I agree on the ATSC 2.0, it's specs also say it's backwards compatible with 1.0.
I had always thought that would be the way to go, show an improvement at no
additional cost, then 3.0 would go down easier, because an improvement
was already shown, in the 2.0 switch. Also reception would improve because of
the OFMD, and the ability of booster transmitters to take care of weak areas....
Yes I thought 2.0 would be implemented first.
I think OTA is going to hold on, after all a lot of cable only channels still advertise
their new shows on ABC, NBC, CBS......etc. Same with AMC, and I few others that
escape me right now.... They know where the big number of viewers are.... Still
the networks..... And look at all the HD Antenna outfits that sprang up after
the '09 digital devolution...... I wonder if there will be an upstart antenna installation
service - kinda like Dish and DirecTV have antenna installers.... In a lot of areas
there is a bit of knowledge to get the right stuff.... And most people ain't gunna
handle it themselves.....
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