How long will we be able to buy ATSC-NTSC converter boxes?

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Originally Posted by MRX37

I think when I get a convertor box, (probably a digitalstream from Radio Shack unless I can find a Zenith DTT 901) I'm going to pop it open and see if I can replace every lytic cap with Nichicons.

That might add 5, 10 or even 20 years more to the box's life.

considering how many cheap dtv converters i have picked up for free non working thats a good move.
seems the digitalstream brand is the worst for early failures.and it is always bad caps unless it got hit by lightning.
most of these coupon eligible boxes were either bad performers or short lived.huge waste of tax money!would have been easier to swallow if they were at least durable!