The cable companies are using the confusion about the changeover to push more channels into encrypted digital format. Expect within a few years to only have 2-13 left in an unencrypted format.

Analog connections. If neither HDMI nor optical is available on your TV, your last option (assuming your soundbar has an analog input) is an analog cable. These come with two types of connectors: ...

Digital audio connectors use the S/PDIF format; high bandwidth digital connections capable of receiving many channels of audio from one cable. One apparent advantage of S/PDIF is that the audio signal ...

Can an analog TiVo be used to access digital cable? TiVo. Hi--I've read your articles on Comcast/TiVo, but I'm still puzzled by the Comcast/TiVo connection.I have basic Comcast cable (haven't ...

It depends upon your source and display devices, and there’s no good way, in principle, to say in advance whether the digital or the analog connection will render a better picture. You may even find, ...

Cox said it will supply digital "mini-boxes" to analog-cable users - some free of charge for as long as five years. Eventually, these will carry a $2.99 monthly rental fee, the company said.

Analog connections Image used with permission by copyright holder If neither HDMI nor optical is available on your TV, your last option (assuming your soundbar has an analog input) is an analog cable.