You know, I don't normally like to give any hints about my age so.....announcing the following information is the same as pasting it across a freeway billboard just in time for the rush hour traffic to see..."I grew up in the Rabbit Ear antenna generation."
So, when I found a steal of a deal at a garage sale (MANY) years ago, I was thrilled. It has been my constant companion at tub time or while crafting in the garage. Granted it only transmits local programing. If I'm lucky and the air waves are aligned, I receive all five channels! If not... there's nothing a small jiggle or scrap of tin foil can't fix. Like an old pair of scruffy slippers, I loved my Analog TV with all it's imperfections.
Stick a fork in me I'm done (in). I've chosen to relish my TV's stay of execution over the next few months until we must part our ways. I'll honor my TV's wishes and donate my friend into the competent hands of the recycling center where parts will be taken to aid electronic devices in need. Hopefully to those out on a farm in the country where analog is still received and appreciated.
So, when I found a steal of a deal at a garage sale (MANY) years ago, I was thrilled. It has been my constant companion at tub time or while crafting in the garage. Granted it only transmits local programing. If I'm lucky and the air waves are aligned, I receive all five channels! If not... there's nothing a small jiggle or scrap of tin foil can't fix. Like an old pair of scruffy slippers, I loved my Analog TV with all it's imperfections.
"Meet My little friend"
Now, the powers that be have decided to cut analog transmission.
No worries though.... converter boxes are available.
I just had to follow a few easy steps....................
Well, after following these simple instructions of...... placing OHM PROB- A into CONNECTOR- B
I just had to follow a few easy steps....................
Well, after following these simple instructions of...... placing OHM PROB- A into CONNECTOR- B
with every letter of the alphabet in between and only a few gazillion (WO)MAN hours, I made a connection. Just in time for this update!!!
So now...... I GET TO d-i-s-c-o-n-n-e-c-t everything??!!
Stick a fork in me I'm done (in). I've chosen to relish my TV's stay of execution over the next few months until we must part our ways. I'll honor my TV's wishes and donate my friend into the competent hands of the recycling center where parts will be taken to aid electronic devices in need. Hopefully to those out on a farm in the country where analog is still received and appreciated.
This gives me opportunity to reacquaint myself with my basic cable and develop a greater appreciation for my 71 channels!.................So I thought................. Then we were hit with the news channels 31-71 were subject to a Hi-Def change and would require converter boxes to those lucky recipients who had "ONLY BASIC CABLE!" URRRGGGHHH!!!!!
No problem......there are additional converter boxes for all seven of my TV"s !!!
Just a few more easy steps!!
Just a few more easy steps!!
"HOUSTON WE HAVE A PROBLEM!!!!!!!!!!"
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It did'nt have a dial for channels though was Much fancier with Push buttons!Ha,ha,ha...I thought it was the best!
It still works in a friends caravan.
Sorry for the frustration and confusion, and the loss of your old and faithful friend.
Don't worry about getting converter boxes. There is not much worth watching on TV anyway.
Blessings,
Barbara Jean
PS I'm having a giveawy for my 100th post if you want to ocme by.
Oh, I do get so frustrated with computer stuff. So sorry to hear you are having so many problems.
Another call to Houston, I'm sure.
Blessings,
Barbara Jean
Justine :o )
hugs,
rue
I hope everything else is good with you! Have a great weekend Sara!
Carrie
Thanks so much for visiting my blog, I so enjoyed your post Sara! I hope you can stop by again for a visit, I'll be back too!
xo
Michelle
There's something really cozy about having an old TV set. I remember the days of only getting three channels and it was a big deal when we did get cable! I remember watching Gone With the Wind with my Grandma and it was huge around our house. Just enjoy quality time with your TV while you can! Hope you're enjoying your Marie bottle too.
Happy week!
xo~Tracie
Makes me happy, although I only watch one hour of tv a week and I could just catch it online... LOL