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Cablevision Uses Digital TV Transition To Upsell Basic Cable

Cablevision Uses Digital TV Transition To Upsell Basic Cable

Cablevision is trying to scare consumers into signing up for basic cable service ahead of the planned transition to digital television. After February 17, 2009, consumers will need a $60 converter box to receive television signals over-the-air. The transition to digital will significantly improve the quality of over-the-air television, but that isn’t stopping Cablevision from funding a scare-mongering campaign to rustle up new business.