TV converter box

John,

You will not need a converter box if you plan to continue to use Dish Network. A converter box is only required for receiving over-the-air TV signal.

Enjoy,

TIC

The date is February 17, 2009 (midnight--isn't that exciting!).

If you have cable or satellite you do not have to do anything except continue to pay outrageous monthly fees.

https://www.dtv2009.gov/

ONLY OFF THE AIR LOCAL CHANNELS REQUIRE ANY SORT OF BOX, NO BASIC, OR DIGITAL CABLE OR SATELITE FEED IS AFFECTED BY THE CHANGEOVER.