Does it have to be February 17,
2009 in order to watch DTV?
This answer is simple. No, it does not have to be February 17, 2009, in order to switch to digital
TV.
In a lot of areas, people are already watching digital TV right now.
How do I know if I am watching digital television?
Digital TV is multicasting programs from your local channels, as well as
High Definition (HD).
In order to be sure however, check with your local broadcaster to see if
they are currently broadcasting in digital.