Considering the massive boondogle/fiasco of analog pass-thru capability, one might expect reasonable parties to *extend* the coupon program, not dream up new hard cut-off dates out of thin air. CE companies first had to scramble to change their designs to implement analog pass-thru, and NOW they have to scramble yet again to meet a new artificial deadline. This is just another example of how little understanding NTIA has about the consumer electronics industry. It\'s also pretty good evidence that NTIA just wants to get this program over with and off their plate as quickly as possible in order to get themselves out of the hot seat.

Considering the massive boondogle/fiasco of analog pass-thru capability, one might expect reasonable parties to *extend* the coupon program, not dream up new hard cut-off dates out of thin air.

CE companies first had to scramble to change their designs to implement analog pass-thru, and NOW they have to scramble yet again to meet a new artificial deadline.

This is just another example of how little understanding NTIA has about the consumer electronics industry. It's also pretty good evidence that NTIA just wants to get this program over with and off their plate as quickly as possible in order to get themselves out of the hot seat.

So why can\'t you find them in stock? Most stores that have DTV boxes sell only one brand. Many appear to be available only on line. Why this discrepancy between the number of certified models, and the paucity of stock in the stores? Please tell us in a followup, John, because if the folks can\'t get the boxes easily,the industry will lose OTA audience viewers (unless the deadline for analog death is pushed back, which it should be to avoid a real headaache and embarrassment for the industry).

So why can't you find them in stock? Most stores that have DTV boxes sell only one brand. Many appear to be available only on line. Why this discrepancy between the number of certified models, and the paucity of stock in the stores? Please tell us in a followup, John, because if the folks can't get the boxes easily,the industry will lose OTA audience viewers (unless the deadline for analog death is pushed back, which it should be to avoid a real headaache and embarrassment for the industry).