A
decade-long government mandate forces all full-power TV stations to
stop broadcasting analog signals and broadcast 100% digitally. The
switch to all digital broadcasting will eliminate picture
distortion nuisances associated with analog TV (snow and ghosting).
After
the digital transition, all TVs with an analog-only tuner will need to
be connected to a digital-to-analog converter box. Viewers will need a
converter box for each analog TV set that is connected to an
antenna. Another alternative is to purchase a new TV with a built-in
digital tuner, these options will allow for over-the-air broadcasts.
Relative
to analog, digital broadcasts provide a clearer picture, however
digital tuners require a strong signal. For the sharpest picture and
strongest signals, purchase a Channel Master TV antenna to go along
with your digital converter box or HD ready Television set.