[Gslug-general] FCC DTV Transition Outreach Event (Today/Tomorrow)

[Mark D. Foster]

(Forwarding this announcement from James Miller who spoke at our last GSLUG meeting about DTV transition and related issues).

We're also discussing the possibility of an antenna making workshop later this spring for those that might be interested.

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Federal Communications Commission

DTV Transition Outreach Event

 

The FCC is sponsoring outreach events throughout the nation and in cooperation with InterConnection Computer Reuse Center will hold events on February 19 and 20, 2009 to focus attention on the DTV Transition and how consumers can prepare for the switch to digital.  Representatives of the FCC and  InterConnection volunteers will discuss how consumers can prepare themselves to enjoy the benefits of the transition from Analog to Digital television and avoid potential problems in making the switch.  Persons interested in volunteering to help people in need of help in the DTV transition are also encouraged to attend.  Multiple sessions will be available for walkins, but interested consumers are encouraged to call ahead of time.  These events will raise awareness about the DTV Transition and help needy members of the community enjoy the benefits of DTV.

InterConnection is a Seattle-based nonprofit organization that works to make information technology accessible to underserved communities around the world. InterConnection trains local low-income volunteers to test, fix and upgrade computers. These students not only receive valuable job training, they also receive a free computer after completing the program. The computers these students refurbish are then provided to schools and nonprofit organizations based locally and abroad.  .

 

First and Second Sessions:

Date:               Friday, February 20, 2009

Time:               1:00 pm and 5:00 pm

 

Third Session:

Date:               Saturday, February 21, 2009

Time:               11:00 am

 

Location:         InterConnection Computer Reuse Center
2222 N. Pacific St.
Seattle, WA 98103 USA

                                    (206) 633-1517

 

Coupon Signup, Converter Box Demos

 

*	Coupon Registration with live Internet access for any attendees to register for coupons
*	Converter Box Demonstration--see first hand how to connect converter boxes (VCR, two-wire plug, coax and booths)


For consumer and event inquiries contact Interconnection.org.  For media inquiries please email James.Miller at FCC.gov <mailto:James.Miller at FCC.gov>  or dial 202-423-9643.