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Old Dec 29, 2007 | 8:33 am
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kanebear
 
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Originally Posted by PorkRind
Because you need a QAM tuner for in-the-clear digital cable service?

ATSC is OTA only. Also, buying a QAM tuner or combo device without CableCard support is premature.
Originally Posted by closecover
As long as I can still watch my favorite shows on the DuMont Television Network, I won't worry.
Originally Posted by LIH Prem
Right, but they were still permitted to sell any old inventory they had in stock. After the Feb 07 date (I think), they were required to post a sign near any old analog only devices that they wouldn't work for OTA without the converter box after Feb 09.

-David
...which I've seen prominently displayed at numerous retailers. If Wal-Mart doesn't have the signs out, THAT is something that should be reported to the FCC.
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