Back when broadcast television was first switching over from analog to digital most people needed to get a converter box to watch DTV broadcasts. Remember that abomination that was “HD-Ready”?

Also called a "DTV, ATSC, digital or set-top converter box," "D/A converter" (DAC) or "digital TV adapter" (DTA). A similar set-top box is provided by cable companies that offer basic cable ...

Making sound with digital logic usually calls for a Digital to Analog converter. Building one can be very simple, and the sound quality out of an R-2R Ladder is actually pretty good. In the last ...

"Of the calls handled by live FCC help-line agents, nearly 30 percent concerned the operation of digital converter boxes," the FCC said. "Most of those calls were resolved when consumers were ...

On June 12th, the nation's full-power TV stations completed their move to an all DTV broadcast system. Now, the only way to receive free, over-the-air television is with a TV set equipped with an ...

If, however, your TV uses an antenna and does not have a digital tuner, you will need to either purchase a converter box or subscribe to a pay TV service to continue using the same TV set.

Fortunately, there are many ways to make the midday meal a lot more pleasant—buying a great lunch box is chief among them. While some meals work well in insulated fabric bags, others benefit ...

When it comes to modern-day house cats, however, it’s best to think inside the box. The best litter boxes will give cats enough room to dig, turn in circles, and bury, while also being easy for ...

Learn more about it. Whether the flyers have shown up in your mailbox or you’ve seen ads on Instagram—you’ve probably considered signing up for a food subscription box. They’ve continued ...

The best mattresses in a box are as high-quality as beds you can find in a traditional brick-and-mortar store, but come with the added bonus of delivering directly to your doorstep—no setup or ...

Digital memory boxes for children living in care have been introduced as research shows they help youngsters build a stronger identity as they grow up. The technology is being used to ensure young ...

The infamous box jellyfish developed its frighteningly powerful venom to instantly stun or kill prey, like fish and shrimp, so their struggle to escape wouldn’t damage its delicate tentacles.