With the aim of meeting the needs of millions of Brazilians who have limited access to pay-TV services, the federal government created the Digital TV Program, with the aim of bringing the free-to-air TV signal to every home in the country.
The program offers, free of charge, the Digital TV Kit, which consists of an external antenna, a signal decoder and a simple remote control, allowing the user to have a much better video and audio experience than conventional television.
The Digital TV Kit has been distributed, since July 2019, in more than 2500 Brazilian cities, covering all states and metropolitan regions.
The kit is offered free of charge through government-approved citizen service agencies: the Ministry of Citizenship, the Ministry of Communications, and the Ministry of Regional Development.
Who is entitled to the Digital TV Kit?
To be entitled to the Digital TV Kit, you must meet three requirements: be within the territorial area listed by the program; living in a home that does not have adequate digital TV equipment; and not being subscribed to a pay-TV service.
If you meet the program requirements, you can request the kit at the service agency closest to your home. To find out which agency is closest to you, visit the official page of the Digital TV Program.
On the website, you will also be able to find all the information about the kit and how to order it. In addition, it has tips for using and maintaining the equipment, a list of free-to-air channels available in your region, and a Q&A section with users' main questions.
The Necessary Documents
After choosing the service agency, you must go to it to request the kit. There, in addition to providing some personal data, you will need to submit documentation. It will be necessary to carry an official, valid identification document with a photo and issued by a public agency.
Other documents may also be required, such as proof of residency and proof of income. If you own a property, you must also bring an original proof of covetousness.
If you subscribe to a cable TV service, you must present a signed statement deactivating the service.
The Digital TV Program does not accept certified copies of documents. It is necessary to present original documents or simple copies that can be checked at the time.
How to Install the Kit?
After releasing the kit, the technician from the agency responsible for the installation goes to the indicated location. Generally, the recommended installation is outdoors, to ensure better reception of the free-to-air TV signal.
During installation, it is possible for the technician to make some adaptations inside the house, such as changing cables, installing new cables or replacing connectors.
After installation, simply plug the kit into an outlet. Next, you will need to configure the decoder, which is a very simple process that usually takes less than 5 minutes.
To help with configuration, the equipment comes with a step-by-step instruction manual.
If you have any questions, you can also contact the program's call center, which will be available to assist you.
Conclusion
The Digital TV Program came to solve the problem of millions of people in Brazil who do not have access to a subscription television service.
The kit that the program offers allows any user to have an open TV signal of excellent quality, with advanced and secure features.
The Digital TV Kit request process is very simple and accessible to any user.
However, it is necessary to bear in mind that it will be necessary to present supporting documents, such as an identity document, proof of residence and proof of income.
In addition, it is also important to have the help and guidance of a specialized technician, who will install the equipment.
Therefore, getting a Digital TV Kit is an excellent option for anyone who wants access to excellent image and audio quality without having to worry about any costs.
However, it is important to be aware of the equipment ordering process, which is described in this article.
