| Low-Power TV Stations |
Federal law requires that all “full-power” television stations must end analog broadcasts after June 12, 2009, but this does not include “low-power” TV stations such as:
If you watch only via cable or satellite, or via antenna on a “digital” TV you should not have to worry, because (1) this issue concerns only over-air signals, and (2) “digital” television sets also have built-in “analog” tuners. But, if you receive television with an antenna and upgrade to digital with a converter box and if some of your stations are among these “low power” broadcasters – some additional attention will be necessary. Below are resources put together by the government on low power television (LPTV): NTIA – The National Telecommunications and Information Administration’s Low Power Resource guide, which includes a Q and A on low power television. FCC – The Federal Communications Commission’s resource guide on low power television. Stations List – a map and list of low-power television stations by state. |