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admin
06-11-2009, 06:18 PM
Ready or not the analog deadline is almost here. Although many TV networks have already switched to digital broadcasts there are still many hold-outs among major networks that have kept analog service. It seems the government is serious about Friday’s deadline. Even President Barack Obama promises it’s for real this time.
http://www.audioholics.com/news/industry-news/last-call-for-analog-tv-signals/image_thumb

Discuss "Last Call for Analog TV" here. Read the article (http://www.audioholics.com/news/industry-news/last-call-for-analog-tv-signals).
Adam
06-11-2009, 11:54 PM
I forgot about this, since I have a converter box.

I guess the delivery of my new TV tomorrow is good timing. :D
just-some-guy
06-12-2009, 09:34 AM
SD blows. good ridence...
Adam
06-12-2009, 11:38 AM
SD blows. good ridence...

Unfortunately, "digital" doesn't equal "HD." However, it's a required step to get there, so it's nice. I really like the increased clarity of the over-the-air picture versus analog. Tremendous improvement (once I could get the signal :)).
bandphan
06-12-2009, 03:36 PM
I forgot about this, since I have a converter box.

I guess the delivery of my new TV tomorrow is good timing. :D

which display did you get adam?
Adam
06-12-2009, 03:40 PM
which display did you get adam?

The Panasonic TC-P50G10. I took the advice of people on here (you being no small player) and went with plasma. I'm looking forward to it!
bandphan
06-12-2009, 03:45 PM
The Panasonic TC-P50G10. I took the advice of people on here (you being no small player) and went with plasma. I'm looking forward to it!

you will truly enjoy the new set, congrats:)

and i have put on a few pounds but hey, eating has been taking the place of harp:eek:
Adam
06-12-2009, 03:49 PM
...eating has been taking the place of harp:eek:

Fear not. I picked up my first six-pack of Harp about a week or so ago (also because of you :)). Tasty, tasty. I'll try to carry on the legacy.

EDIT: Btw, are you trying to cut back on the drinking? If so, kudos. I'm about a one-beer-a-night guy, myself. Just too much of a lightweight.
bandphan
06-12-2009, 03:54 PM
Fear not. I picked up my first six-pack of Harp about a week or so ago (also because of you :)). Tasty, tasty. I'll try to carry on the legacy.

EDIT: Btw, are you trying to cut back on the drinking? If so, kudos. I'm about a one-beer-a-night guy, myself. Just too much of a lightweight.

Cutting way back:D if i could stop at one i wouldnt drink:o Im at 50% less and food is taking Harps place:D
Wayde Robson
06-12-2009, 04:41 PM
Gratz Adam, I am a Panny Plasma fan myself. I enjoy one of last year's, slightly older.

Harp is a good choice also.
Seth=L
06-12-2009, 04:46 PM
It's great how a thread about switching over to digital broadcasting submitted by admin has turned into a congratulatory thread concerning Adam finally getting a non-SD JVC tv.:D
Adam
06-12-2009, 04:48 PM
It's great how a thread about switching over to digital broadcasting submitted by admin has turned into a congratulatory thread concerning Adam finally getting a non-SD JVC tv.:D

Don't forget about the Harp. :)
Adam
06-12-2009, 11:40 PM
Some analog stations are still on here tonight.
just-some-guy
06-12-2009, 11:41 PM
Unfortunately, "digital" doesn't equal "HD." However, it's a required step to get there, so it's nice. I really like the increased clarity of the over-the-air picture versus analog. Tremendous improvement (once I could get the signal :)).

indeed. we have a sd set in the dining room. after todays switchover, the quality is noticably better, i was suprised. i was planning on replacing the sd set soon, but will hold out for a while.


tonights selection...... never had a HARPS. perhaps i will try it.
Adam
06-12-2009, 11:43 PM
tonights selection...

Which one is first?

I'm starting with a Moosehead Light.
just-some-guy
06-12-2009, 11:54 PM
3-1-1 in that order, and goin ... watchin JEFF BECK on PALLADIA HD right now.
swans d1080mkII & sub120 crankin away, sounds darned good.

3-1-2 now :)
skizzerflake
06-13-2009, 01:03 AM
Conan just did a countdown to midnight. After that I switched my TV over to the antenna input and got a big nothing on all 3 network channels....it was just like the end of the world for a couple minutes. The end of a format era that began about 1939. TV as I grew up with it is GONE GONE GONE.
Warpdrv
06-14-2009, 02:01 PM
Good riddance Analog... :)