| John Blue |
Nov 27 2007, 10:02 AM
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We all need to think about this change that will take place on February 17, 2009. All TV stations will stop broadcast in analog and only use digital system. You think no big deal, 85% of all TV sets in USA are analog only. Most all RV equipment have analog sets. TV sets we have were build into nice oak cabinets and to change it could be a problem. Try to find one that would fit into your cabinets.
You can add a digital to analog converter box to keep the old TV set. You will need room or space to add this equipment plus AC power. Next problem is your bat-wing style antenna on roof. If you have the silver wings you will need to change that also. If you have the painted wings you are OK. Winegard has the new wings and you only need to change that part, rest of Winegard gear is OK. Our Congress mandated this change in 2006. Now I understand tons of people do not have the dollars to buy new TV's or buy converter box. Government is now talked they may pay cost on digital to analog equipment so people can see TV again. Our government at work! We in RV life have around 14 months to think about the best way to get ready to fix this problem. What will we do next? -------------------- John
Brandon, Fl. FMCA F-248693 Foretravel MH Honda CRV tow |
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| Big Ben |
Dec 26 2007, 05:18 PM
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You guys are making to big a deal out of the digital thing. It is a great excuss to buy a new MH.
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| Butch |
Dec 27 2007, 04:35 PM
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You guys are making to big a deal out of the digital thing. It is a great excuss to buy a new MH. Thanks Big Ben, now we have a reason to justify our looking at new motor homes !!!!! -------------------- Butch & Kathy
and "Greta" says, "me too !" FMCA # F412606 |
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