If this confuses you, you're not alone.
Understanding Digital TV: Digital TV 101
There are some tips and tricks that help viewers understand digital TV and navigate the change from analog to digital, and "Digital TV 101" teaches you those tips and tricks.
This is especially helpful for older adults, who may not be as comfortable with the technology.
What is Digital TV 101?
A free, online short course from South Carolina Educational Television, Digital TV 101 is designed to gently teach viewers about the interesting but daunting world of digital television.
Designed as a counterpoint to many seemingly ominous TV ads and sales campaigns about digital TV, Digital TV 101 is clear and straightforward, with mature hosts and a comfortable environment similar to other PBS educational programs.
Because Digital TV 101 is a product of South Carolina Educational Television, viewers can be assured that the program has no outside influences, and no products or services are recommended.
Digital TV 101 topics include:
- Understanding the difference between digital TV and HDTV
- What those new numbers and letters assigned to each TV set mean
- How to get a coupon from the government to buy a digital TV converter
- Pros and cons of the many new types of TV sets being sold
- A handy shopping guide you can print and take to the store if you decide to purchase a new TV
Digital TV 101 is free, and no registration is required. Each idea is presented in one- to four-minute online videos, or you can read the script on the Web site.
