Hi AUdubon-
Just tonight I was explaining the 'realities behind the switchover' to some close friends, and the best way I could put it was how you mentioned. Stick a paperclip in the terminal and you'll get at least a few snowy channels, all of the time...
The following message will sound corny, but I suddenly feel the need to do it. It sadly is the product of the son of people who were addicted to television YEARS ago, so I suppose it's inevitable as much as one can try and run from it.
From the cigarette-smoke-filled households of my youth, to my early adventures with vhs taping, analog has always been full of just purely interesting and entertaining moments. Don't get me wrong, I've probably watched more news and public broadcasting than anything, but growing up I loved sitcoms and cartoons.
Cya old pal. Don't worry I'll still save the Archer adjustable rabbit ears and the old sets. Just hope the little switchmode power supplies know who they're messin' with
