Get your converter box - NOW!

As of today almost 15% of the allocated $1.5 billion dollars earmarked for the DTV Converter box program is gone and at the writing of the article we are only 43 days into the campaign. Do the math, if this rate continues by Summer the money will just about be exhausted. So far over 4 million requests have been received. Is one of those yours? If not do it now. Click HERE!

What are you waiting for? The boxes are beginning to show up in the stores and the vouchers, which look like gift cards should be arriving soon. Don't forget, anyone can apply for a DTV coupon, up to two per household. We are hearing out of pocket expense will range from almost nothing to around $20.00. I certainly would not spend more than $20.00. Popular stores like Best Buy, Circuit City, Wal-mart, Kmart, Sears and Radio Shack are just a few stores who have the boxes. Once you receive your coupons you will receive a listing of stores in your area

In all there are 34 different models of DTV receiver boxes being manufactured for this program. My guess is you will see each retailer pick one or maybe two to sell in their stores. The government specs for these boxes are pretty clear. Those boxes which cost more than $20 after turning in your voucher may have other features.

So once you receive your voucher you have 90 days to use it. You hear of "Use it or lose it" that applies to this program. If it expires you can't use it or apply for another so don't let it sit on your dresser for 3 months.

You have your analog TV, the converter box now don't forget the antenna. With these three items you can begin enjoying more FREE TV choices with Digital Television. Oh and you won't receive a monthly bill.