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FAQ: Will I need a DTV Converter Box if I buy a HDTV?

Sunday May 18, 2008
The question basically goes like this:

Our building has a master antenna. I was told by a TV salesperson that if I purchase a HDTV it will receive the digital signal but with our master roof antenna we will still need the converter box to see the programs in high definition. Is this true?

Also, if I purchase a new HDTV right now, over a year before the change to digital takes place, will I still get all of the current analog programs on that HDTV until February 2009?

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