TV band radios are AM/FM systems that also receive the audio portion of an analog TV signal. This capability makes it possible to hear TV programs through a stereo system. The problem with this is that the tuner in these radios does not work with a digital signal, which is a major disadvantage.

The transition to digital-only television in 2009 put an end to TV-band radio; it is an unfortunate casualty of the transition. However, you can use a workaround to listen to television on your radio.

This workaround uses an antenna and DTV converter box to capture the TV audio. You then connect the audio output of the converter box to self-powered speakers or headphones with an RCA-type connector.

Once everything is configured correctly, you can listen to your favorite TV programs without seeing the picture. Change the channel with the remote control of the converter box or the box itself.