The FCC
concluded that on September 8, 2008, full-power commercial
television broadcasters in Wilmington, North Carolina will have
completed all the necessary steps to finalize their transition
to digital.
Other markets are sure to follow.
"The digital television transition is on time and on track, and
the FCC's conclusion that the nation's 135th television market
in Wilmington is ready to transition early proves this," said
Jason Oxman, senior vice president, Industry Affairs, Consumer
Electronics Association (CEA). "There are many easy and
affordable digital TV options for any pocketbook – from low-cost
digital TV sets to very affordable converter boxes. CEA,
together with its industry and government partners, is committed
to getting the word out about these options to consumers in
Wilmington and nationwide."
