Re: Confused on which DTV converter box models to get by 5/27/2008...

> |> We know that. We are trying to see if they would do it if a specific 
> |> model is unavailable like EchoStar (now Dish Network DTVPal).
However, 
> |> no replies from the governments so it doesn't look like this trick
will 
> |> work. At least, I tried!
> | 
> | FYI. :(
> | 
> | "Eligible converter box models may be purchased online or by
telephone, 
> | and ****pped to your home.  For a list of participating online
retailers 
> | and telephone retailers please visit 
> | http://www.DTV2009.gov/VendorSearch.aspx.
> | 
> | 
> | 
> | Please contact your local participating electronics retailer for
> | information regarding converter box supplies and availability.
> 
> What about: Ordering a box that is NOT yet available, but will be on a
date in
> the future which is beyond your coupon expiration, ***AND*** paying for
that
> box ***AND*** redeeming the coupon for $40 off the price, when the order
is
> placed.  You get the box as soon as it arrives (maybe ****pped to you).

I just got an useless e-mail reply:

"As the TV Converter Box Coupon Program administrators we are only able 
to answer questions directly related to the coupon program. Please 
contact your local participating electronics retailer for information 
regarding converter box purchasing and availability.

Sincerely,
RENEE [snipped her last name]
Consumer Sup****t
TV Converter Box Coupon Program"


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