RadioShack Reminds Consumers to Rescan Converter Boxes After June 12 Digital Television Transition to Pick Up More Channels

RadioShack Reminds Consumers to Rescan Converter Boxes After June 12 Digital Television Transition to Pick Up More Channels

FORT WORTH, Texas, June 9 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- The national analog-to-digital television broadcast transition, commonly referred to as the DTV transition, is quickly approaching. As a continuation of its educational and community outreach efforts, RadioShack Corporation (NYSE:RSH) is reminding consumers to make sure they rescan their digital-to-analog converter boxes after June 12.

Because some digital stations are moving to different channel numbers after the DTV transition, consumers who have installed digital converter boxes or digital televisions may find it necessary to rescan one or more times on June 12 and the morning of June 13 as broadcast stations complete their upgrades. This can be done through the converter box setup menu. Rescanning their converter boxes or digital televisions will potentially help consumers enjoy additional digital channels and a better quality picture.

"We know that education has been very helpful in helping consumers prepare for the transition to digital broadcasting," said Peter Whitsett, RadioShack Executive Vice President - Merchandising. "Now that we are in the final stretch, RadioShack store associates are standing by ready with advice along with a complete line of innovative products and options to help consumers throughout the nation enjoy the full benefits of digital broadcasting."

RadioShack has a free DTV Transition Learning Course available online in both English and Spanish available at http://learningcenter.radioshack.com/. The two-lesson self-paced course can be viewed in about 60 minutes and leads consumers through a detailed DTV transition overview. To find the nearest store location, visit www.RadioShack.com and click on the store locator function. RadioShack has worked with the American Library Association, the Federal Communications Commission (FCC), the National Telecommunications and Information Administration (NTIA) and other government and community organizations to conduct hundreds of educational and community outreach events throughout the nation.

About RadioShack Corporation

RadioShack Corporation (NYSE:RSH), headquartered in Fort Worth, Texas, is one of the nation's most experienced and trusted consumer electronics specialty retailers. Operating from convenient and comfortable neighborhood and mall locations, RadioShack stores deliver personalized product and service solutions within a few short minutes of where most Americans either live or work. RadioShack has approximately 4,400 company-operated stores; almost 1,400 dealer outlets; nearly 700 wireless phone kiosks throughout the U.S.; and approximately 200 company-operated stores in Mexico. RadioShack employs a diverse workforce of more than 34,000. Our knowledgeable sales associates are committed to adding value to the in-store shopping experience by offering advice and helping customers choose the best technology solution to meet their needs. For more information, visit www.radioshack.com.

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