This guide describes installation of a digital-to-analog-converter box if your TV set has twin-lead terminals for attaching the antenna, instead of a coaxial connector plug or port.
Supplies: You will need your analog TV, the antenna you have been using (indoor or outdoor), the twin-lead wire that currently connects your antenna to your TV, and two adaptors or "matching transformers" as shown below. Before you begin the installation of the converter box, you should unplug the power from your TV.
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- If your Converter Box includes an "analog pass-through" feature, this set up will also allow you to receive any stations that still broadcast in analog in your area. Follow the instructions that come with your Converter Box for how to tune analog channels.
- For instructions on how to connect your converter box if it does not include an analog pass-through feature or for instructions on connecting your converter box to other components such as a VCR, go to www.fcc.gov/digital-television or contact the FCC by calling 1-888-CALL-FCC (1-888-225-5322) voice or 1-888-TELL-FCC (1-888-835-5322) TTY.
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For more information about the DTV transition visit our DTV website.
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Digital-to-Analog Converter Box Setup (Basic with twin-lead antenna) Guide (pdf)