Verizon FiOS TV Completes Digital TV Upgrade

December 1, 2008

By Mike Peters

In preparation for the mandatory nationwide switch from analog to digital television in February, Verizon FiOS TV has completed the transition and is now 100 percent digital. In an initiative that began in April, the company phased out the small number of duplicate analog channels that had been offered on its FiOS TV service.

Verizon FiOS TV Ready for DTV Transition

Verizon has always provided all FiOS TV programming in digital format.  Previously, however, Verizon also provided duplicate signals in analog for some channels.  Some customers used the old analog signals to view limited programming on a television set not equipped with a set top box, CableCard, or digital tuner.  During the transition, Verizon made it easy for customers to continue enjoying the benefits of Verizon's all-digital service by offering free digital adapters. 

"Our customers were able to watch all the channels they previously had, along with many new channels, and enjoyed better, all-digital quality without spending an extra dime," said Shawn Strickland, vice president of FiOS product management.  "We'll continue offering customers a range of affordable equipment options so they get the most from their FiOS TV experience."

Verizon FiOS TV Offers All-Digital Programming Over Fiber-Optic Network

Customers were notified of Verizon's digital transition well in advance by letters, e-mails, phone calls, and on-screen messages from Verizon.  The company also set up a dedicated website to provide answers to common questions about the digital transition.

"For any consumer, but especially those impacted by the digital broadcast transition, this is a good time to subscribe to FiOS TV,” Strickland continued.  "With FiOS TV, you receive superior-quality, all-digital programming delivered over the nation's most advanced fiber-optic network straight to your home."