DTV Set Top Box Demo

CET now has on display in our Central Parkway lobby a DTV Converter Set Top Box.  If you have occasion to visit the station, take a look at how it operates.  This is a Zenith/LG model and is very representative of the other models that will be arriving in stores shortly.  So far I have found no local retailers who have any for sale.  That should change soon.  I will make a note here when and where they are available.

I plan to review the various models and features on this blog so you can make a wise investment. As always, you can ask questions by emailing me at techinfo@cetconnect.org or by using our tech hotline (513) 345-6512

You may wish to request your DTV rebate coupons. This can be done on line or by phone.

Call  (888-388-2009) or go to the DTV information website   http://www.ntia.doc.gov/dtvcoupon/

Why is “Motor Week” not broadcast in HD on CET?

Steve wrote:
February 2, 2008 at 3:36 pm   

I thought when WCET started simulcating the analog signal on the main digital channel that existing HD shows would still be shown in HD. This morning I saw Motor week which is available in HD on other PBS stations shown with “barn door” black bars on all 4 sides of the picture. The signal was sent out 4:3 and then letterboxed.

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Steve, You are right.  “Motor Week” is available in HD but the HD version is not available to CET until Saturday @ 4:30PM.  The standard definition version of the program is fed to CET on Friday Afternoons.  Since we air “Motor Week” each Saturday at 8:30 AM we would have to record the HD version and then play it back the following Saturday morning. This would result in a one week delay for each of the programs in the series.  The national listings etc. would be wrong. In February 2009, most of these anomalies should go away. Thanks for your comment.