Digital vs Analog Outlet

Are you referring to the picture signal from your cable provider...a digital signal versus an analog signal?  Since June 2009, television stations have been broadcasting exclusively in a digital format.  If you want an analog format, it won't be free because you'll have to buy/rent a digital-to-analog converter to change the signal from digital to analog.  This converter box, much like a cable box, will allow you to receive a picture, but it won't be able to show high-definition pictures or give you access to other digital services.

Do you have an older, analog TV?  Is your cable provider willing to give you a free converter box to receive a picture?  If you have an older, analog TV, go with the free converter...or as you refer to as a free analog outlet...because your analog TV won't show high-definition pictures.

links please?

more info needed.  cox allows free basic cable not needing a box