I just did a channel scan and I've lost 9.1. I still have 9.3 however. Anyone else in the same boat? 9.3 is only 720p instead of 1080p :(

Oops meant 1080i :)

It won't matter by this time tomorrow. Everyone should be able to get KMBC-HD tomorrow after 9am as they move from VHF 7 to UHF 29. Make sure you do a rescan to insure you get the new channel.

I just did a channel scan and I've lost 9.1. I still have 9.3 however. Anyone else in the same boat? 9.3 is only 720p instead of 1080p :(

No change here yet. 9.1 in 1080i on 7.1. 9.3 in 480i on 9.3. I have NOT done a channel scan.

Can anyone confirm the channel change on KMBC had taken place yet? I still cannot get 9.1 and 9.2. I still have 9.3.

Yes. For me, it went off right at 9:00 and when I rescanned, I had it again. I have 9.1, 9.2 and 9.3 right now.

Darn! I guess I still can't get the channels then. I just did another scan and can't get anything but 9.3 here in Lee's Summit.

Darn! I guess I still can't get the channels then. I just did another scan and can't get anything but 9.3 here in Lee's Summit.

Can you add a new channel manually? If so, enter channel 29 and see what you get.

Can you add a new channel manually? If so, enter channel 29 and see what you get.

Not that I know of. I have a Sanyo DP15657 and I do not see a way to enter a channel manually. Just auto scan.

Mike

Subchannels are always bad news for HD - they just take bandwidth from the main (HD) channel. If this was just a daytime channel, it wouldn't be so bad, but this one is 24/7. Luckily, we don't watch anything on CW except "Reaper."

All that being said, I don't think this will really happen on March 1, due to the delay of the digital transition. KCWE is currently transmitting KMBC 9.3 on its subchannel, and probably will until KMBC moves to digital channel 29. This MAY happen before the analog shutdown in June, but we don't know a date yet.

Brad


I haven't noticed any picture degradation when there is just ONE subchannel, when you have THREE, then you can tell. Two is noticeable, but just barely.

Not that I know of. I have a Sanyo DP15657 and I do not see a way to enter a channel manually. Just auto scan.

Mike

Do all the other stations come in fine? Are you using a built in ATSC tuner ina tV, or a CECB? If it's the built in tuner in a TV, make sure your'e scanning DIGITAL channels, and not analog ones. I'm out near Pittsville, and I rescanned with my insignia box and it locked right on, no trouble.

Do all the other stations come in fine? Are you using a built in ATSC tuner ina tV, or a CECB? If it's the built in tuner in a TV, make sure your'e scanning DIGITAL channels, and not analog ones. I'm out near Pittsville, and I rescanned with my insignia box and it locked right on, no trouble.

Specifically, can you get channel 29.1 (KCWE-DT, RF channel 31)? It's coming off the same tower as KMBC-DT (RF channel 29). If you can get one of them, you should be able to get both.

Brad

Do all the other stations come in fine? Are you using a built in ATSC tuner ina tV, or a CECB? If it's the built in tuner in a TV, make sure your'e scanning DIGITAL channels, and not analog ones. I'm out near Pittsville, and I rescanned with my insignia box and it locked right on, no trouble.

I am using the built in tuner and did a scan for analog and digital channels. I also tried just doing a digital add on, but it doesn't see 9.1 or 9.2, only 9.3. All other local digital channels - including 29.1 come in fine.

Just tried something. My 50" plasma tuned in 9.1 and 9.2 just fine and it is also a Sanyo.

My antenna wire runs from my roof, in to the house and into a splitter. The wire from the splitter to the 50" is close, but then the wire to the 15" Sanyo LCD is quite a ways away. Possibly I have too much signal loss from the splitter to the 15"?

At 9:30 this morning, I was getting KMBC on 29.3 and 29.4 here in Topeka on a Sony TV. I haven't checked lately.

I just did a scan on my Sony Aquos here at the office and I get 9.1, 9.2, and 9.3 just fine. 16.1-5 are locking on, but won't tune (not shocking) and I can't lock on to 19.1-3 either. The only other station I'm missing is 62.1 KSMO-DT.

I emailed KCPT about the loss of 19.4:

"19.4 was turned off because the bandwidth was needed to provide 24/7
high definition for KCPT (19.1)."

I don't understand, isn't 19.2 the 24hour hd version?

I emailed KCPT about the loss of 19.4:

"19.4 was turned off because the bandwidth was needed to provide 24/7
high definition for KCPT (19.1)."

I don't understand, isn't 19.2 the 24hour hd version?

Most PBS stations are moving to a model of "HD when available" like network stations do. The PBS-HD 24/7 feed ended on 12/21/08, and PBS has pushed its affiliates in this direction.

I'd venture to suggest there'll be a realignment with PBS in HD on 19-1 and two SD subs. Any chance you could e-mail back and find out what they have in store for the subchannels?

- Trip

KCPT Twittered (http://www.twitter.com/kcpt ) that 19.3 will be PBS Create 24/7

As of right now, 19.1 is KCPT SD and 19.2 is KCPT HD. They now have the same programming on both.

Also, I noticed that Everest/SureWest Cable replaced the KTWU and KCPT analog feeds with the digital feeds. I think they added the wrong feeds because the words go off the side of the screen on programming.

KCPT Twittered (http://www.twitter.com/kcpt ) that 19.3 will be PBS Create 24/7

As of right now, 19.1 is KCPT SD and 19.2 is KCPT HD. They now have the same programming on both.

Also, I noticed that Everest/SureWest Cable replaced the KTWU and KCPT analog feeds with the digital feeds. I think they added the wrong feeds because the words go off the side of the screen on programming.

Right, so I guess the correct question should be what will happen to 19-2 when they flip the HD and SD around.

- Trip

Most PBS stations are moving to a model of "HD when available" like network stations do. The PBS-HD 24/7 feed ended on 12/21/08, and PBS has pushed its affiliates in this direction.

I'd venture to suggest there'll be a realignment with PBS in HD on 19-1 and two SD subs. Any chance you could e-mail back and find out what they have in store for the subchannels?

- Trip

Here is their response:

Yes, in the next couple of months 19.1 will become the full-time 24/7
high definition channel. 19.2 will become standard definition and the
place where we can air much loved local and PBS programming but don't
have the time on 19.1. 19.3 is KCPT Create, a pre-programmed channel
for how to's.

Thanks for watching KCPT!

Audience Services
www.KCPT.org

I personally don't like it, the PBS Create picture quality is horrible. The old 19.4 used to show quite a big of kids programming, too.

I like the idea of having PBS HD content available 24/7 instead of just between 6 p.m. and 6 a.m.!

Take away 97 or they have some other moves coming up with KCPT and so on other channels can be added like Qubo,Ion Life,This TV,DOT2 Network,Metro Weather,HD Channels,Primetime On Demand Channel like SD like SHOPNBC,Bloomberg,Fox Movie Channel,Reelztv,Bet Jazz Fit TV and others ones you people want Comcast to add.

I generally enjoy home improvement, how-to and cooking shows, but Create is flat out BORING. And I'm a 41 year old woman, so that says a lot. I'm probably their target audience, but I hate Create.

I personally don't like it, the PBS Create picture quality is horrible. The old 19.4 used to show quite a big of kids programming, too.
The Create programming looks like it's being ran off a 20 year old VHS tape. I would have rather had PBS kids programming all day ala qubo.

The Create programming looks like it's being ran off a 20 year old VHS tape. I would have rather had PBS kids programming all day ala qubo.

Hopefully that means they are dedicating absolute minimum bandwidth to it. The less bandwidth they peel away from the HD sub-channel, the better.

We are now experiencing what I have heard those in other parts of the country talk about. Channel 9's actual transmit channel number(29) is shared by 29's virtual channel number (29.1). My Samsung tuners will manually add any digital channel simply by tuning to the actual channel. But with with 29.1 using that channel number, my tuners simply go to 29.1. So I have to auto scan and then add channels left off during the scan, if any. I thought I would try for grins deleting 29.1 so I could add 9.1. Deleting a channel on my tuners just means you can't channel up or down to it, but can still tune to it with the keypad.
We will experience this again when 38.1 moves to actual channel 41 with 41.1 already using this number.

We are now experiencing what I have heard those in other parts of the country talk about. Channel 9's actual transmit channel number(29) is shared by 29's virtual channel number (29.1). My Samsung tuners will manually add any digital channel simply by tuning to the actual channel. But with with 29.1 using that channel number, my tuners simply go to 29.1. So I have to auto scan and then add channels left off during the scan, if any. I thought I would try for grins deleting 29.1 so I could add 9.1. Deleting a channel on my tuners just means you can't channel up or down to it, but can still tune to it with the keypad.
We will experience this again when 38.1 moves to actual channel 41 with 41.1 already using this number.

I had several TVs/STBs that I had to update for KMBC's channel change. The experience varied from "piece of cake" (E* DVRs) to "WTF!" (4-year old Hitachi 26" LCD)(Yes - Hitachi DID make small LCDs at one time, and we got one of the few. Beautiful picture, BTW, which is its ONLY redeeming quality!). On the Hitachi, I had to do a full auto rescan, which on that TV takes about 20 minutes (!). Now I have a bunch of channel 16s and channel 50s that I want to delete, but the TV won't let me. I didn't have much time to mess with it last night, so I gave up, and will try again this weekend.

The Zenith DTT901 converter box was the second easiest, a one-year old Vizio LCD was next, and a two-year-old Panasonic LCD was next. In general, the newer the tuner, the easier it was to add/delete DTV channels, but the E* interface was by FAR the best.

Just thought I'd share my experiences as a data point.

Brad

I was shocked at how complicated it was to get my TiVo HD to activate the new channel. First the box had to rescan ALL the channels (about 30 min.) and then I had to go into my channel list and manually uncheck the old 9-1/9-2 (ch. 7) and check the new 9-1/9-2 (ch. 29). Even then the new channels didn't have any program information yet. I hope they do today.

I'm a pretty sophisticated user, so it was no hill for a stepper, but I could see how the process could end up being very complicated and frustrating for a non-technically-inclined user.

KCPT 19.1 goes HD on April 1.
KCPT 19.2 will become "KCPT 2" and broadcast repeats of local and PBS programming.
KCPT 19.3 will remain "Create" 24/7

Info: http://www.kcpt.org/about/digital_tv.shtml

www.tvpredictions.com/comcast021809.htm MAVTV coming in both SD and HD.

This spring, KCPT will bring more quality public television into your
home: 24 hours a day, seven days a week, on three digital KCPT channels.

KCPT
Our flagship channel, KCPT (19.1), will continue to bring viewers the
quality mix of local and national programs that Kansas City has come
to expect over the past five decades. If you have a television capable
of High Definition Television (HDTV), beginning on April 1 most of the
content on this 24-hour main channel will be broadcast in Hi Def. If
you own a Standard Definition television or an analog TV with a
converter box, you?ll still be able to see KCPT with a great image?it
just won?t be High Definition.

KCPT2
Also beginning April 1, we are very excited to bring KCPT2 (19.2) to
your television, a 24-hour channel that will offer encore
presentations of some of the best that KCPT and PBS have to offer, in
addition to televising, on occasion, brand-new programs. This Standard
Definition channel will also provide the chance for us to rebroadcast
blockbuster PBS series such as Make ?Em Laugh, The Story of India, the
Ken Burns films and more.

KCPT Create
One change that took place this week was the expansion of KCPT Create
(19.3) to 24/7 broadcasting. KCPT Create provides expert advice on
cooking, arts and crafts, gardening, home improvement and travel. Tune
into this Standard Definition channel and be inspired to taste, grow,
imagine, explore and live more fully.

Time Warner has KCPT on Demand.
Comcast still has it on 97.

I had several TVs/STBs that I had to update for KMBC's channel change. The experience varied from "piece of cake" (E* DVRs) to "WTF!" (4-year old Hitachi 26" LCD)(Yes - Hitachi DID make small LCDs at one time, and we got one of the few. Beautiful picture, BTW, which is its ONLY redeeming quality!). On the Hitachi, I had to do a full auto rescan, which on that TV takes about 20 minutes (!). Now I have a bunch of channel 16s and channel 50s that I want to delete, but the TV won't let me. I didn't have much time to mess with it last night, so I gave up, and will try again this weekend.

The Zenith DTT901 converter box was the second easiest, a one-year old Vizio LCD was next, and a two-year-old Panasonic LCD was next. In general, the newer the tuner, the easier it was to add/delete DTV channels, but the E* interface was by FAR the best.

Just thought I'd share my experiences as a data point.

Brad


It would probably be easiest to tell a non-technically inclined person to "go through the setup wizard again". :D

The Create programming looks like it's being ran off a 20 year old VHS tape. I would have rather had PBS kids programming all day ala qubo.

I totally agree. I've tried to watch it a few times and it is completely unwatchable.

I did notice today that 19.2 is 720p now, instead of 1080i.

Hey Big 12 Basketball Fans!

The Big 12 Conference and ESPN Television announced that beginning in the 2009-2010 season ALL "BIG 12 NETWORK" broadcasts will be available in High Definition.

Now KMCI-DT is the Kansas City affiliate, but no word on if they will be able to deliver the games in High Definition.

Press Release: http://www.big12sports.com/ViewArticle.dbml?&DB_OEM_ID=10410&ATCLID=1628388

I did notice today that 19.2 is 720p now, instead of 1080i.

Same here. What's up with that?

Hey Big 12 Basketball Fans!

The Big 12 Conference and ESPN Television announced that beginning in the 2009-2010 season ALL "BIG 12 NETWORK" broadcasts will be available in High Definition.

Now KMCI-DT is the Kansas City affiliate, but no word on if they will be able to deliver the games in High Definition.

Press Release: http://www.big12sports.com/ViewArticle.dbml?&DB_OEM_ID=10410&ATCLID=1628388

As long as it improves the embarrassingly bad PQ of Big 12 Network games on KMCI, it's a step in the right direction. They are the worst-looking broadcasts in the city, other than Chiefs' preseason games.

They are better than the Metro Sports productions that are branded as "Jayhawk TV" on KMCI. Metro Sports also produced the Chiefs pre-season games on KCTV-5 and also ran the now defunt RSTN (Royals Television Network)

The Big 12 games on KMCI look just as bad on KSNT in Topeka.

I was shocked at how complicated it was to get my TiVo HD to activate the new channel. First the box had to rescan ALL the channels (about 30 min.) and then I had to go into my channel list and manually uncheck the old 9-1/9-2 (ch. 7) and check the new 9-1/9-2 (ch. 29). Even then the new channels didn't have any program information yet. I hope they do today.

I'm a pretty sophisticated user, so it was no hill for a stepper, but I could see how the process could end up being very complicated and frustrating for a non-technically-inclined user.

From UHFGary in the Topeka Forum:

"Hi, I've been asked by one of the TV Chief Engineers in town to forward the following copy on to the folks on this board. This was sent to him by Ron Rammage. Mr. Rammage is the engineer in charge of the regional FCC field office in K.C. Copy as follows:

'We have found several instances this week were some TIVO devices would
not release the channel information previously stored in memory even
when the RF channel changed. Some devices only do an update scan of
previously stored channel assignment to pick up updates instead of a
full replacement memory scan to properly identify and store the
current RF channel assignments. If the device cannot do a factory
reset, or dump of memory with new rescan to pick up the current
channels, then they may need to unplug the device for a couple hours
to let the device clear its memory. Then plug it in and let it rescan
the channels as if it were starting from scratch. Not an ideal
solution, but it seems to work.'"

Hope this helps.

Brad

Hey Big 12 Basketball Fans!

The Big 12 Conference and ESPN Television announced that beginning in the 2009-2010 season ALL "BIG 12 NETWORK" broadcasts will be available in High Definition.

Now KMCI-DT is the Kansas City affiliate, but no word on if they will be able to deliver the games in High Definition.

Press Release: http://www.big12sports.com/ViewArticle.dbml?&DB_OEM_ID=10410&ATCLID=1628388


KSHB seems to be on the ball with HD, so hopefully they can carry that over to KMCI.

Are there any plans for KMCI-DT to be added to TWC?

You could Email and ask them TWCKC or KMCI and find out when and it would have to be on the others to. I saw or heard once February 09 for TWCKC in a Email I think from KSHB/KMCI.

I was a little interested to see what KMCI-DT had to offer today so I connected the off-air antenna to my Panasonic 50" Plasma today and did a channel scan. I get between 75%-100% on every local station.

But I watched KMCI-DT this evening and they have more HD programming than I thought. They showed a movie this evening in HD, and I see certain syndicated shows are in HD such as The King of Queens. Kudos to KMCI and KSHB for being the HD leaders in Kansas City!

I was a little interested to see what KMCI-DT had to offer today so I connected the off-air antenna to my Panasonic 50" Plasma today and did a channel scan. I get between 75%-100% on every local station.

But I watched KMCI-DT this evening and they have more HD programming than I thought. They showed a movie this evening in HD, and I see certain syndicated shows are in HD such as The King of Queens. Kudos to KMCI and KSHB for being the HD leaders in Kansas City!

I assumed there was no HD programming on KMCI. Why isn't it already on TWC?

because TWC charges money for an inferior product. When it comes to the local channels, ALWAYS get them OTA... you'll be happy you did.

because TWC charges money for an inferior product. When it comes to the local channels, ALWAYS get them OTA... you'll be happy you did.

If I could get KMBC-DT without any dropouts OTA, I suppose I'd agree with that statement.

But until then...no.

If I could get KMBC-DT without any dropouts OTA, I suppose I'd agree with that statement.

But until then...no.

You might give it a try now, since they moved their DT programing to ch 29. I understand it comes in like "gangbusters" now.

Don H.

You might give it a try now, since they moved their DT programing to ch 29. I understand it comes in like "gangbusters" now.

Don H.

I read about that a few days ago, and was trying it today. It's a strange situation. I have Insignia CECBs hooked up to the ancient tube TVs in my son's room and the guest room upstairs, and all the locals come in great on both.

The Samsung LCD in the ground floor living room is another story, with intermittent sound dropouts and pixelation on KMBC-DT. I haven't spent a ton of time looking at all the channels, but the rest don't seem to have that problem. My neighbor's house is in the LOS to the tower, so that might be the problem, or it might even be an issue with the Sammy's tuner, who knows.

If I was motivated, I'd put an antenna on the roof, but since I'm apparently the only person in town who's never had a serious problem with Time Warner I'm not going to worry about it. I live near 127th and Quivira, and am using an RCA ANT1251, fwiw.

Time Warner Cable is the worst company I've ever dealt with... but I’ll not get on that soap box now.
I live at 109th & Quivira in Overland Park (Just south of Overland Park Regional Medical Center) and I’m getting a 100% signal on KMBC-DT. In fact I get between 75%-100% on every local station. The only one I have problems with is KTAJ-DT 16.1-5 but honestly, I don’t think I’m missing anything there.
I’m also using the $7 Wal-Mart RCA rabbit ear antenna sitting on top of my PS-3… nothing too elaborate.

Just saw this on TWC's KC web site:

Adding on or after 3/1
KCWE This TV, 1432
KMCI 38 “The Spot” in HD on channel 1461

If your from KMBC how about posting what channel number it will be on Comcast 246 or 248,Charter,AT&T U-Verse,Surewest and so on?

Moves on or after 3/5

Nat GEO OD (142) to News & World OD (141)
Independent Film Channel (287) to 286.


Drops on or after 3/20

MoviePlex, 270-Gone at least Comcast still has it


Adding on or after 3/1

KCWE This TV, 1432 KMCI 38 “The Spot” in HD on channel 1461


The new services listed below cannot be accessed on CableCARD-equipped Unidirectional Digital Cable Products purchased at retail without additional, two-way capable equipment:



NEW! on or after 3/1

TVSUPERSTORE, 82


NEW! on or after 3/20

KMCI 38 in HD Adding it again or mistake.
Starz OD, 118 & 367
RetroPlex, 289
IndiePlex, 287
Wize Buys, 84 Another Informatical Channel

As you know, KMBC's new digital transmitter on RF Channel 29 is working well. Our coverage has improved considerably over the old VHF Channel 7. 9-3 was put up as a subchannel of KCWE, (RF channel 31) as a stop gap to service our viewers to the south. With the improved performance of 9-1 and
9-2, there is no need to keep this channel in operation. We're now running a video loop asking our viewers to do a channel scan to get the primary channels.

Next week we expect to launch ThisTV, a 24 hour free MGM Movie channel on 29-2. Another channel scan will be necessary to teach your receivers to find 29-2, (sorry) but I think it will be worth it. For us over-the-air viewers, channel scans should be a regularly scheduled chore so as not to miss adds or changes...................TI

PS: for you Tivo folks, we've notified them of our channel changes and have updated the Program Guide service providers. Your Tivos should be "right" in 24 to 48 hours.

Thanks for watching.....

PS: for you Tivo folks, we've notified them of our channel changes and have updated the Program Guide service providers. Your Tivos should be "right" in 24 to 48 hours.
Thank goodness!

As you know, KMBC's new digital transmitter on RF Channel 29 is working well. Our coverage has improved considerably over the old VHF Channel 7. 9-3 was put up as a subchannel of KCWE, (RF channel 31) as a stop gap to service our viewers to the south. With the improved performance of 9-1 and
9-2, there is no need to keep this channel in operation. We're now running a video loop asking our viewers to do a channel scan to get the primary channels.

Next week we expect to launch ThisTV, a 24 hour free MGM Movie channel on 29-2. Another channel scan will be necessary to teach your receivers to find 29-2, (sorry) but I think it will be worth it. For us over-the-air viewers, channel scans should be a regularly scheduled chore so as not to miss adds or changes...................TI

PS: for you Tivo folks, we've notified them of our channel changes and have updated the Program Guide service providers. Your Tivos should be "right" in 24 to 48 hours.

Thanks for watching.....

Hey TI.

When analog eventually goes away, someday, are you going to remove the chanel nine antenna from the top of your tower and move the ch 29 antenna up there for better coverage?

Don H.

My TWC 8300HDC DVR has a new color scheme on the menus today. Is there anything else new on it worth noting?

Also, glad to hear about the Big 12 network going HD. The current picture quality is terrible, and the volume on TWC is very low.

My TWC 8300HDC DVR has a new color scheme on the menus today. Is there anything else new on it worth noting?


I noticed the same thing this morning. I didn't see any changes - did you?

I noticed the same thing this morning. I didn't see any changes - did you?

It seems to me that the guide is a lot faster. It's pretty cool actually. I still wish the menu would be HD though when tuned to a HD station.

I noticed the same thing this morning. I didn't see any changes - did you?

I think the recording conflicts were shown a little differently but I can't remember. As far as I can tell, only difference is the colors. (Which in my opinion should be user customizable anyway.......)

TI

Thanks for the update. And thanks for the switch to 29 (9.1, 9.2). I went from no signal from 7 to 100% from 29. In the early days of HDTV I would turn my antenna to Springfield to pick up KY3 (prior to KSHB going digital). It would not surprise me if KMBC could be received in Oklahoma or Arkansas now.

Glenn

Comcast hasen't annouced where they are putting This TV. Even doesn't has Big Ten Network in HD yet.
Are you a TWCKC because is anybody getting 29.2 that doesn't have TWCKC?

Time Warner has had Big 10 HD for awhile.

29.2 is now up, showing a still saying "This Kansas City Starting March 3rd KCWE-DT 29-2".

I wonder why I'm still getting 19.4 when I do a channel scan, although when I turn to it I get "no signal"

I wonder why I'm still getting 19.4 when I do a channel scan, although when I turn to it I get "no signal"

I was sent data on the Kansas City stations a few days ago; the actual streams for 19-4 are gone but there's still an entry for it in the TVCT, which contains the mapping data.

Essentially, it's telling your receiver to map to a subchannel that no longer exists.

- Trip

http://connect.charter.com/landing/disclaimers/CodeRed/music.html It's Charter's but at least it shows you the changes.
U2 On Demand is now available on Comcast.
TV Guide Channel 100 is gone. KMCI would be one of HD Channels. DOT2 Network would also be one of the SD Channels. SD I hope Metro Weather,SHOPNBC,Fox Movie Channel and so on. QVC/ESPNNEWS/Weather Channel in HD.
Can't find the AD on their Website. Can somebody post it here.
Oxygen will probley be moved to 123 and PEG be taken out or moved.
235 should be for KMCI HD and 246 or 48 for This Kansas City.

Hi! Not sure if this is the right place to post this question, but I just ordered Surewest/Everest internet/cable.

They are coming to install in a week--any tips/things to watch out for? Any preparations I should make in my home theater setup to make things run smoother? Any tests I should run on the equipment (HD DVR) before the installer leaves?

I'm a little apprehensive in that they are going to have to install a cable jack in a second floor bedroom for this install work out well for my house (I don't have many cable jacks--hope the installer is up to the task.

Thanks for your thoughts and tips on the install process.

For Comcast subscribers, in the KC Star this morning (Sat. 2/28), Comcast had an advertising box announcing several programming changes that includes the addition of ThisTV on Mar. 3, a couple of SD addiitons, and, most importantly, about 10 new HD channels, including FX, Speed, Lifetime, MLB, Cartoon Network, Nickelodeon, Travel Channel and E! (still waiting for the HBO and Starz additional HD channels and NHL Network and NBA TV HD offerings). The new HD channels are supposed to be added around April 3 (according to the ad).

For those who don't receive the KC Star, here is what today's Comcast ad said about various new channels to be added:
The new KCWE subchannel called This TV (around the clock vintage MGM movies) will be operational on Comcast on March 3rd and will be on channel 235.
Around April 1st Comcast will add the Bloomberg channel on 103, and at the same time will add 9 new HD channels. They are:
MLB HD, channel 226
FX HD, channel 224
E! HD, channel 225
Travel HD, channel 183
Cartoon Network HD, channel 227
Spike HD, channel 220
Lifetime HD, channel 184
Nickelodeon HD, channel 228

I wonder why I'm still getting 19.4 when I do a channel scan, although when I turn to it I get "no signal"

19-4 only has programming during the day.

lwilli201-

KCPT-DT dropped programming from 19.4 earlier this month so KCPT could have an HD stream 24/7. According to the website, the HD stream will move to 19.1 and 19.2 will be repeated PBS programming. 19.3 will remain Create and 19.4 is gone.

TV Guide Network is back.
Iv'e only seen that TWCKC is adding it on 3-3 or at the end of the month and nobody else so would have to see tommorow if we get and any other changes.

When a station changes things on their sub channels as 19 and 29 have done recently, you don't have to rescan like you do when they completely vacate an actual transmit channel as 9 did recently.
Saturday, when I tuned to 9.1 and channeled up to 9.3, it was black for a few seconds, then my tuner went to 29.1 by itself. Going back to 9.1 and channeling up, 9.3 was gone. Going to 29, I saw that 29.1 and 29.2 were present. Both of my SS tuners did this.
When 19 removes the data that tells our receivers there is a 19.4, it will be gone.

For those who don't receive the KC Star, here is what today's Comcast ad said about various new channels to be added:
The new KCWE subchannel called This TV (around the clock vintage MGM movies) will be operational on Comcast on March 3rd and will be on channel 235.
Around April 1st Comcast will add the Bloomberg channel on 103, and at the same time will add 9 new HD channels. They are:
MLB HD, channel 226
FX HD, channel 224
E! HD, channel 225
Travel HD, channel 183
Cartoon Network HD, channel 227
Spike HD, channel 220
Lifetime HD, channel 184
Nickelodeon HD, channel 228

I don't post here often at all, but I am in Olathe with Comcast and have been reading over everything in recent history about the HD service in KC. Does anyone have any idea if KMCI will go live on the 3rd in HD when This TV does?

EDIT: OK, so this is my first ever post here.

EDIT 2: Saw Mgsports' post on Broadband Reports and KMCI HD is going live on 3/3. Thanks for the info everyone!

I don't post here often at all, but I am in Olathe with Comcast and have been reading over everything in recent history about the HD service in KC. Does anyone have any idea if KMCI will go live on the 3rd in HD when This TV does?

EDIT: OK, so this is my first ever post here.

EDIT 2: Saw Mgsports' post on Broadband Reports and KMCI HD is going live on 3/3. Thanks for the info everyone!

Welcome to the KC HD forum, bickman2k! :cool: Come back any time.....

Brad

Gospel Music Channel is also being added on the 4-1.

Music Choice is realigning its channels on 4/15
Channels being dropped

Bluegrass, 504
Showcase, 524
Show Tunes, 537
Rock ‘En Espanol, 546
Americana, 547


Channels being combined/moved

512 & 516 to Retro Rock, 515
517 & 518 to Dance/ Electronica, 506
535 & 536 to Singers & Swing, 540



Name/channel changes

Classic R&B, 506 will be R&B Classics on 510
R&B Hits, 508 will be Throwback Jamz on 509
Lite Hits, 519, will be Soft Rock on 521
Adult Top 40, 520, will be Pop Hits on 522
Salsa y Merengue, 544, will be Tropicales on 546



Channels being added

MC MixTape, 505
Hip-Hop Classics, 508
Classic Alernative, 519
Stage & Screen, 528
Toddler Tunes, 530
True Country, 532
Romances, 548



Channels being moved

Hit List, 521 to 503
Hip-Hop & R&B, 504 to 505
Rap, 509 to 507
R&B Soul, 507 to 511
Gospel, 539 to 512
Reggae, 532 to 513
Classic Rock, 513 to 514
Rock, 511 to 516
Metal, 510 to 517
Alternative, 515 to 518
Adult Alternative, 514 to 520
90’s, 525 to 523
80’s, 526 to 524
70’s, 527 to 525
Solid Gold Oldies, 528 to 526
Party Favorites, 523 to 527
Kidz Only!, 522 to 529
Today’s Country, 502 to 531
Classic Country, 503 to 533
Contemporary Christian, 538 to 534
Sounds of the Season, 501 to 535
Soundscapes, 533 to 536
Smooth Jazz, 529 to 537
Jazz, 530 to 538
Blues, 531 to 539
Easy Listening, 534 to 541
Classical Masterpieces, 540 to 541
Light Classical, 541 to 543
Musica Urbana, 543 to 544
Pop Latino, 542 to 545
Mexicana, 545 to 547
Can anybody conform Tommorow or end of the month KMCI HD on TWCKC?

hello i just got a sony bravia and it picks up hd channels without a box i have everest cable and my question is does anyone have a channel list of where all the hd channels are located if u just have it hooked up to basic cable im looking for nfl network hd i can get espn and usa hd but want to know if there is more

hello i just got a sony bravia and it picks up hd channels without a box i have everest cable and my question is does anyone have a channel list of where all the hd channels are located if u just have it hooked up to basic cable im looking for nfl network hd i can get espn and usa hd but want to know if there is more

Sounds like a QAM tuner in the Bravia. If Everest offers them in SD (unsure of their lineup, have Comcast) in your cable package, I would imagine that they would come unencrypted QAM. You also have to occasionally rescan QAM tuned channels because the providers do move them around, especially now during the analog to digital transition. You may also pick up someone's On Demand channel occasionally as well. It may be worth rescanning if they offer the channel in their HD tier just to get a feel for what you are getting.

EDIT: The reason you have to rescan and those with a box don't is because your provider is able to map whatever channel you put into the box to whatever digital channel (x-x). Those without a box just have to keep scanning.

The NFL Network isn't available via QAM-Clear on Everest. Along with HD Net, HD Net Movies, Discovery HD Theatre, Speed HD, National Geographic Channel HD, History Channel HD.

thanks for the feedback guys

I'll post this query in the Navigator thread as well.
Thought it may be appropriate since TWC issues are at least
somewhat market related.

Watching Sportscenter this morning, the box (8300HDC) shuts
off, then goes into a rapid countdown type screen (on the box).
Not the usual soft/hard boot screen normally seen.

After turning the box back on, the audio is noticably lower, and
the DVR now reads 0%, even though the shows are still listed.
This is with an Antec-MX1/WD6400 combo connected.

When trying to play a show that is on the list, there is only
black.

Has anyone experienced this issue? Are the shows listed in
the DVR screen FOOBAR? Any hope of recovery?

Thanks,
Skid

Nothing live as of ~7:00 this morning, but they do have a new channel placeholder in 245 Comcast. It shows the channel as OfAir and all programming shows that it is off-air right now, but it is a good sign that they will get it up today.

The only question I now have is whether they will only debut This TV or if they will be working on the placeholder for KMCI today as well.

29.2 went live this morning as scheduled at 5:00am and "Red River" with John Wayne is airing now. It's a promising start, now all we need is for some channel to pick up RTN and OTA may actually be worth watching again.

If KMCI is getting RTN then KMCI HD would have to come first and Scripps Network hasen't annouced any RTN Affliate yet.
We need a Placeholder channel for DOT2 Network,Universal Sports then too. Metso Sports HD needs one to and Metro Weather on Comcast to.

Hey TI.

When analog eventually goes away, someday, are you going to remove the chanel nine antenna from the top of your tower and move the ch 29 antenna up there for better coverage?

Don H.

There are no plans to do that. The coverage on KCWE-DTs antenna is performing well according to measurments taken about 6 months ago.....TI

This happened to me... I had to call in and they reset something in the box. The tech guy would not explain what he was doing but I think he had to format the drive as all of my programs were erased. Can you pause, rewind or record anything?

When a station changes things on their sub channels as 19 and 29 have done recently, you don't have to rescan like you do when they completely vacate an actual transmit channel as 9 did recently.
Saturday, when I tuned to 9.1 and channeled up to 9.3, it was black for a few seconds, then my tuner went to 29.1 by itself. Going back to 9.1 and channeling up, 9.3 was gone. Going to 29, I saw that 29.1 and 29.2 were present. Both of my SS tuners did this.
When 19 removes the data that tells our receivers there is a 19.4, it will be gone.

Some receivers do this, others don't. It varies; there's no one definitive answer.

- Trip

It does seem like some nice features of older tuners are being left off of newer ones. I was surprised to find the pgm guide info for only the current program on a new Sony we purchased for mom. I saw here that this is more the norm than the exception now. I am appreciating my stand-alone tuners for my older hd ready tvs more now. I love the multiple outputs for recording options.

Does anyone know if the new KCWE subchannel (29.2) This TV is showing anything in High Def? It showed up in the HD tier of Everest/Surewest, but so far, haven't seen anything in High Def.

This TV does not air any programming in HD.

- Trip

For it to have HD programming it would need a HD Channel.
No 245 on Comcast but 235 is This TV. I would say 237 would before DOT2NETWORK 238 for KMCI HD. 239 for RTN. Don't know about Universal Sports or 24/7 Local News Channel. We are sorry but Comcast Cable does not currently carry KMCI's digital channel. There is no date available when that might happen but probably will not until June when the Federal mandated switch from Analog to Digital broadcasting occurs.

KMCI 38 The Spot

Hello all,
I looked for posting rules and did not find any. If this violates any rules of the forum, please forgive me, I will not do it again. I thought the readers of this forum might be interested in this sort of thing. My son is leaving town and left in my possession a Tohiba 46H84 projection TV. It is a 1080i display, but has only a NTSC analog tuner; but it does have one HDMI input. I would keep it, but my living room is just too small for a display of this size. I believe he bought it about mid 2005 at NFM. It has the manual, remote and a very nice glass shelved stand (very large). If you are interested PM me, and we can talk about price, etc. It is available in northern Overland Park. My other son has a pickup truck, and could be talked into delivery for the right incentive.
Thanks, tvoldtimer

All:

Just installed Surewest HD today. Whole experience was nothing but good from start to finish. Sales was knowledgable and friendly--(worked with Joe H). He was not pushy about ordering at all, was well informed, and when he didn't know the answer, he found someone who did. I had to check tech support to make sure the Internet would meet my requirements--they amazingly picked up on first ring and the guy immediately knew the answer to my somewhat obscure technical question. Originally, I bought ala carte--the saleperson didn't try to force a package on me. A few hours after I ordered, and did the math--saved a bunch over what I was paying. They gave me 2 free months of a package deal, no contract, and they threw in some extra channels for free.

I was able to schedule an installation within 5 days. The installer (Rob) showed up first thing in the morning, explained everything he was going to do, worked carefully/quickly, and patiently answered every question. He knew what he was talking about techinically, was courteous, thorough, and polite. Everest signal was strong.

I cranked up some HD on my new set, and I was amazed at how good the HD looks, and apalled over how terrible SD looks (even some upcoded HD just looks bad on such a large television. Because so many different forms of HD are being sent by the programmers, changing channels is a little slow if you let your television do the video processing. But when 1080i is on--Wow!

One thing I did note--ocassionally the 8300 loses sync with sound and picture. Weird--I'm using a strong quality HDMI cable and a top of the line components. May just be par for the course in this digital age. The internet is amazingly fast--actually faster than what I'm paying for. Phone sounds great!

Total install time was around 2.5 hours.

Here are some factoids that helped me decide/prepare for installation more effectively:


Surewest has a much stronger signal than Time Warner--measured levels on my line were right where they were supposed to be--not weak, nor hot.

The channel line-up cited on the Surewest/Everest website is not accurate--you may need to check the local listings (from a link on that site) to see which channels are actually included in each tier, or a sales rep can probably email you a print out.

When the cable lines comes into your home (or when it reaches the house if you care going to split outside), it should be immediately split into a dedicated internet line (should not be split) and a television line (which can be split).

You can't use a signal amp upstream from your internet line, even if it is a two-way signal amp. The Surewest signal is too strong.

Surewest will want to use their cables, splitters, etc.--no need to go out and buy high quality stuff for your install--they use very high quality splitters and cables--pretty impressive actually compared with TW.

The cable is grounded at the post and also at the box, so they will not recommend using a surge suppressor on the cable lines; however, I decided to (with some fairly high end surge suppressor stuff) and the signal works fine for both internet and television.

If you have analog televisions as well, they will work just fine, even if you order the HD tier, as the analog channels are preserved and are open for use. (channels 0-99)

A big silver, cylindrical filter will be placed just after the main television line.

The HDDVR is the Atlantic Scientific 8300. A universal remote is supplied; however an owners manual to the HD-DVR is not provided.

You'll need to remove any PIC code (anti-slamming) with your old phone company before installation. However, if you have no PIC code, you do not need to call your previous phone company to cancel--Surewest takes care of that, and also runs a credit check on you two days before installation.

If you have a router--set it to DCHP and the Domain will be kc.surewest.net prior to install if you want to test it before the tech goes. The surewest homepage has a speedtest application you can use.

If you have DSL, you need to remove all your phone line filters prior to installation--don't forget to remove the filter on your alarm system if you had DSL. Also, they will request that you check your alarm prior to them leaving--you may wish to set up a guest code to avoid using your real alarm code to test.

Make sure that you get the tech to give you your free email address--it's printed on your receipt, but it's not immediately obvious where. You can set up the rest of your emails using your admin account at kc.surewest.net

Cables will be lying on the ground after the install--they say they will bury the cable within 30 days. It was not required, but I called the dig right service in Kansas to mark the lawn before installation (they need about a week lead time); this allowed the tech to run the cable away from where the other buried lines were. Be sure to tell the tech if you have in-ground sprinklers. The tech said you could mow over the lines, but I suspended any lawn service until cables are buried.


So far, so good--my extra thanks to dlnester who proved invaluable helping me make this decision.

I want to disconnect my (Time Warner standard) cable and save $53 a month by going OTA. So today I unplugged the cable and plugged a converter box into my 3 non-digital TV's to check the signal. The only station I had trouble receiving is KSHB. It was so poor, it was unwatchable. Since KSHB is my favorite news channel :D I can't disconnect cable yet.

I live on the far north side of town, near 169 hwy and cookingham, about 7 miles south of Smithville. Oddly enough, my sister lives in Smithville and has no reception problems at all.

I've always had trouble with KSHB with my kitchen digital TV, on the south side of the house, but it's manageable. My living room is on the north side of the house, and it's impossible.

My question is: Is KSHB planning on ramping up signal after the June transition? Or are they finished, and this is the way it will be?

I want to disconnect my (Time Warner standard) cable and save $53 a month by going OTA. So today I unplugged the cable and plugged a converter box into my 3 non-digital TV's to check the signal. The only station I had trouble receiving is KSHB. It was so poor, it was unwatchable. Since KSHB is my favorite news channel :D I can't disconnect cable yet.

I live on the far north side of town, near 169 hwy and cookingham, about 7 miles south of Smithville. Oddly enough, my sister lives in Smithville and has no reception problems at all.

I've always had trouble with KSHB with my kitchen digital TV, on the south side of the house, but it's manageable. My living room is on the north side of the house, and it's impossible.

My question is: Is KSHB planning on ramping up signal after the June transition? Or are they finished, and this is the way it will be?

Have you tried www.antennaweb.org ? It should give you information about what you will need to pick up KSHB - which is my favorite news station as well.

Go to this link: http://www.antennaweb.org/aw/Address.aspx and type in your address. It will tell you what type of antenna to get.

Offair is know called This and channel 5 is called WIBW the CBS from Topeka.KS but still shows KTWU programming as of yesterday.

offair is know called this and channel is called wibw the cbs from topeka.ks but still shows ktwu programming as of yesterday.

huh?

29.2 went live this morning as scheduled at 5:00am and "Red River" with John Wayne is airing now. It's a promising start, now all we need is for some channel to pick up RTN and OTA may actually be worth watching again.

I couldn't get this channel till I rescanned. So far there's no listings for it though on TVGOS or TitanTV.

So whats the hold up on KMCI-DT on TWC? It'd be nice to see an upconverted Big 12 tournament vs. the analog crap TWC sends out.

My question is: Is KSHB planning on ramping up signal after the June transition? Or are they finished, and this is the way it will be?

KSHB has a construction permit for 1000kW with a non-directional antenna higher up on the tower (342m). The current DTV facility is 450kW with a directional antenna at 294m.

However, KSHB needs to wait until the end of the transition to commence operations of the maximized facility. More info can be found here:

http://fjallfoss.fcc.gov/prod/cdbs/forms/prod/getattachment_exh.cgi?exhibit_id=694115&formid=387&q_num=5030

In other words, the the transition hadn't been delayed until June, you would probably have seen an improvement already. Still, it sounds like you may want to consider an outdoor class antenna (perhaps in the attic if you don't want to/can't put one outside).

Is it now the plan for Kansas City to remain a UHF market post-transition? If I recall correctly, at one time the plans were for many stations to return to their analog channel allocations for post-transition digital transmission.

I'm just wondering if a UHF only antenna is a good long-term plan now since we're now 100% UHF for digital.

Offair is know called This and channel 5 is called WIBW the CBS from Topeka.KS but still shows KTWU programming as of yesterday.


I'm going to take a stab at this...

I think he is talking about Comcast Cable in Olathe. Channel 5 was KTWU the PBS station from Topeka. On Feb. 17 KTWU went digital only and moved from UHF 23 to VHF 11 which makes it hard to pick up over a long distance. (Time Warner struggled to bring it in at first too)

I think for some reason the Comcast guide shows channel 5 as being "WIBW" which is the CBS affiliate in Topeka, instead of "KTWU" which is the PBS affiliate in Topeka. But PBS programming from KTWU is still showing on channel 5.

I think I figured it out... maybe?

Is it now the plan for Kansas City to remain a UHF market post-transition? If I recall correctly, at one time the plans were for many stations to return to their analog channel allocations for post-transition digital transmission.

I'm just wondering if a UHF only antenna is a good long-term plan now since we're now 100% UHF for digital.

Yes, KC is 100% UHF now (since KMBC-DT went to channel 29). You would only need VHF if you're going to try to pick up some out-of-market stations such as Topeka (WIBW is now back on 13, and KTWU is back on 11).

Brad

I'm going to take a stab at this...

I think he is talking about Comcast Cable in Olathe. Channel 5 was KTWU the PBS station from Topeka. On Feb. 17 KTWU went digital only and moved from UHF 23 to VHF 11 which makes it hard to pick up over a long distance. (Time Warner struggled to bring it in at first too)

I think for some reason the Comcast guide shows channel 5 as being "WIBW" which is the CBS affiliate in Topeka, instead of "KTWU" which is the PBS affiliate in Topeka. But PBS programming from KTWU is still showing on channel 5.

I think I figured it out... maybe?

Nope - the Comcast guide still shows KTWU as channel 5 and is showing PBS programming.

Yes, KC is 100% UHF now (since KMBC-DT went to channel 29). You would only need VHF if you're going to try to pick up some out-of-market stations such as Topeka (WIBW is now back on 13, and KTWU is back on 11).

Brad

Yes.... My question wasn't about now. It's about what is going to happen post-transition. Have all the KC stations abandoned plans to return to VHF post-transition? In other words, are 4, 5, and 9 all going to remain on their UHF digital channels rather than switching to 4, 5, and 9 for digital after they shut down their analog transmitters?

Yes, all KC stations will remain UHF after the digital transition.

Yes it's back showing what's on KTWU and not WIBW anymore.
In the KC area no Topeka Local Stations only if to showing there Newscast.
Comcast can replace it with Metro Weather.

TWCKC
3-11
This TV and KMCI HD
3-19 March Madness overflow Channels and maybe one will stay for DOT2 Network when it's over.

Comcast needs a channel like TWCKC 1 to find out what's New coming and so on.

Digital Channels aren't working on TWCKC.

Pretty soon on Surewest Olathe's Goverment Channel.

However, KSHB needs to wait until the end of the transition to commence operations of the maximized facility. More info can be found here:

http://fjallfoss.fcc.gov/prod/cdbs/forms/prod/getattachment_exh.cgi?exhibit_id=694115&formid=387&q_num=5030



Thanks for the info! I'll wait till June and see how it goes then.

Here's some more info about This TV 29.2
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/This_TV
It's owned by MGM and Weigel Broadcasting Co. out of Chicago, and reaches aproximately 60% of US households since a number of NBC affiliates chose it to replace the NBC Weather Plus channel that went away at the end of last year.
The official website is at http://www.this.tv/ which has the channel listings.

Oh nice. 29.2 stopped broadcasting for the last 15 minutes of the movie I was watching tonight Audrey Rose (1977). It came back on in time for the credits.

KCTV has joined the crowd of being able to do syndicated HD! Ellen is now on in glorious HD.

Amazing the effect KSHB has had going first! (now we have 5 stations at least in KC capable of doing local HD)

Let's see how long it takes 4 to find the equipment now.

<snip>
Let's see how long it takes 4 to find the equipment now.

You surely won't be holding your breath?
I say extremely long odds in the next year.

You surely won't be holding your breath?
I say extremely long odds in the next year.

"60 Years Working For You" does NOT mean you have to use the same cameras the entire time.

"60 Years Working For You" does NOT mean you have to use the same cameras the entire time.

FOX 4's parent company (Local TV, INC) is in financial trouble, according to an article in the KC STAR a few weeks ago. I don't think they're in any kind of mood to upgrade their plant (which is by far the oldest in town) any time soon. Luckily for us, they did make some upgrades (network HD splicer and DT transmitter) while they were still owned by NewsCorp. At least we get FOX programming in HD at full power.

Brad

FOX 4's parent company (Local TV, INC) is in financial trouble, according to an article in the KC STAR a few weeks ago. I don't think they're in any kind of mood to upgrade their plant (which is by far the oldest in town) any time soon. Luckily for us, they did make some upgrades (network HD splicer and DT transmitter) while they were still owned by NewsCorp. At least we get FOX programming in HD at full power.

Brad

Naturally, I was being facetious, but I did not know that about the station. I don't read the newspaper at all anymore. So, is there talk about being sold off to another company?

I am glad that Fox made the upgrades when they were an O&O. Finally caught a Simpsons in their new widescreen HD a couple of weeks ago.

Kind of sad for the station that was first in nearly everything for the first 45-50 years of their existence.

Does anyone know which Kansas City station was first to broadcast in color? I would suspect WDAF-TV as the NBC affiliate, but I can't find any references stating it.

Does anyone know which Kansas City station was first to broadcast in color? I would suspect WDAF-TV as the NBC affiliate, but I can't find any references stating it.
I think I did hear them say that at some point. They were first in darn near everything...except HD.

FOX 4's parent company (Local TV, INC) is in financial trouble, according to an article in the KC STAR a few weeks ago. I don't think they're in any kind of mood to upgrade their plant (which is by far the oldest in town) any time soon. Luckily for us, they did make some upgrades (network HD splicer and DT transmitter) while they were still owned by NewsCorp. At least we get FOX programming in HD at full power.

Brad

True, I get FOX pretty good where I am at...now I can watch Family Guy in HD! http://z09a0222gshv273.imageshacknow.info/img/3044/e09e0225fewt/tongue.gif

It appears that Surewest is now offering Fiber to the home service in some of their newer areas. From what I can gather, technically speaking it is much like Verizon's FiOS rollout with a Passive Optical Network where two wavelengths are used for data and an RF overlay for the video. (As opposed to their California setup of active ethernet and direct IP for everything)

Subscribing to a bundle with two HD DVR boxes and 20 mbps symmetrical internet access.

I'll keep everyone posted on how it goes, my final installation happens on Monday. They have already buried it through my yard and mounted a Tellabs box on the outside of the house.

Bye TWC.

It appears that Surewest is now offering Fiber to the home service in some of their newer areas. From what I can gather, technically speaking it is much like Verizon's FiOS rollout with a Passive Optical Network where two wavelengths are used for data and an RF overlay for the video. (As opposed to their California setup of active ethernet and direct IP for everything)

Subscribing to a bundle with two HD DVR boxes and 20 mbps symmetrical internet access.

I'll keep everyone posted on how it goes, my final installation happens on Monday. They have already buried it through my yard and mounted a Tellabs box on the outside of the house.

Bye TWC.

What part of Shawnee are you in? Surewest isn't even in my neighborhood yet (approx. 63rd and Clare Rd). The good news is that TWC THINKS they are!

Brad

This TV on 1432 and KMCI on 1461 are noe live on TWC.

This TV on 1432 and KMCI on 1461 are noe live on TWC.

Just in time for the Big 12 Tournament!

Unfortunately, they couldn't get it turned on during the regular season. Watching basketball on channel 8 was horrific! You couldn't read the names on the jerseys...1461 looks MUCH better!

This TV on 1432 and KMCI on 1461 are noe live on TWC.

OK, Comcast, bring on KMCI! Don't care about the HD King of Queens (right now), but the analog signal is horrific!

Comcast or the others have said what channel numbers KMCI HD probley June,DOT2 Network and March Madness Overflow Channels will be on.

http://www.bottomlinecom.com/kcnews/fox4outintopeka.html

http://www.bottomlinecom.com/kcnews/islendawsonretiring.html might meaning Metro Sports in HD might come faster.

Now that 9.1 has moved from channel 7 to channel 29, the only local OTA channel that I cannot get 5.1 (CBS affiliate). Am I correct that it is being broadcast over channel 24? I have 4 digital tuners (Toshiba 42" LCD, ChannelMaster CECB, Westinghouse 26" LCD, and HDHomeRun networked tuner) and none can receive channel 24. According to antennaweb.org, I should receive this channel with the same antennas that receive the other channels. Does anyone else have problems receiving this channel? This is becoming a problem with March Madness coming next week.

FYI - The HDHomeRun site lists all of the ATSC, and QAM channels (just type in your zip code). It does NOT list ATSC 24. I take this to mean that their source cannot receive this channel either.

Now that 9.1 has moved from channel 7 to channel 29, ....

They have not moved yet. They announced that WHEN THEY MOVE, it will be to 29 instead of back to 9 from pre-transition 7. They will remain on 7 until the transition date barring unforeseen circumstances.

KCTV's digital is currently on 24 and will remain there post-transition.

You will need to provide your location data (minimum zip code) or your TVfool plot for additional diagnosis. Chances are, you're shielded by some local object or terrain feature or there is some other problem with your install of whatever antenna you might have (you didn't say).

Steve

ProjectSHO89-

KMBC-DT moved to UHF 29 on Feb. 19.

http://www.kmbc.com/technology/18804013/detail.html

ProjectSHO89-

KMBC-DT moved to UHF 29 on Feb. 19.

http://www.kmbc.com/technology/18804013/detail.html

Interesting... I was basing my earlier comments on both TVfool.com and the FCC's master list of stations that were to have transitioned on 2/17.

Looks like this article http://www.kmbc.com/news/18658728/detail.html explains it


Steve

VHF 7 is also going to be the post-transition destination of KQTV 2 in St. Joseph, MO and they had to wait for KMBC to abandon that frequency.

When KMBC-DT was on VHF 7, I could not receive it at all. On UHF 29, it comes in strong.

So, anyone care to respond to my original question. Am I the only one who cannot receive KCTV-DT (5.1, UHF 24)? It looks to me like the HDHomeRun source for local channels cannot receive it either.

I also have an issue with 5.1. I have two ATSC receivers, one being a Sony SAT-HD300 (satellite receiver), and the other being my Sony KDS-60A3000 (TV). The satellite receiver is unable to receive 5.1 any time that analog channel 19 is broadcasting. The TV is able to receive 5.1 but gets a pretty weak signal.

I am using an outdoor antenna that is powered by the satellite receiver, and shares the RG-6 cable with the satellite dish. I suspect this may contribute to the issue.

It's been a few years since I've tried it, but when analog 19 was off the air at night, I would receive a strong signal from 5.1 (24) on my satellite receiver.

KCTV 5.2 for the NCAA tournament is now up.

Anyone know how Surewest (Everest) is handling the KCTVDT2? On QAM?

I have been having a lot more drop-outs on 5.1 than I used to. I wonder if something has changed with their signal.

Anyone know how Surewest (Everest) is handling the KCTVDT2? On QAM?

They always have in years past, it isn't even added to the guide on the DVR yet... give it time and I'm sure it will show up. I'll let you guys know what channel it is on too when I see it pop up on my 19" LG TV in the bedroom.

I have been having a lot more drop-outs on 5.1 than I used to. I wonder if something has changed with their signal.

I've not had any problems. KCTV has actually been my best signal. Where do you live? How much antenna do you have? I don't have any Line Of Sight, and live 32 miles away, and I get no dropout whatsoever.

I hope Comcast has added 5.2 and and others like a number for DOT2 Network yet but no March Madness Channels yet shown up up by the Sports Tier.
We do have a March Madness On Demand on Sports-963 but feature isn't working yet.

I'm sitting here watching the "DH" in "HD" on KMCI-DT... now on SureWest/Everest Cable channel 632.

I'm sitting here watching the "DH" in "HD" on KMCI-DT... now on SureWest/Everest Cable channel 632.

Since Comcast still hasn't put this on yet, I'll check with you. Is that the only show they have in HD? I thought it was. How is the digital picture vs. the analog on SureWest?

HD SHOWS ON 38 THE SPOT

The King of Queens (Weeknights at 10:00 PM)
Legend of the Seeker (Saturday @ 8 PM)
ALL Holly Starr Cut-Ins are in HD (Makes it Worth it)

I think I've seen a movie in HD on 38 The Spot, but I can't remember what. I'm sure they will be adding more and more as time goes on. The picture quality is excellent, and they don't have the blue side-bars anymore like KSHB-DT has. I've read that Big 12 Network Basketball will be in HD next season as well.

Also, I found KMCI-DT on SureWest/Everest cable QAM-Clear channel 88.3

Two different topics:

1. 38 used to have the Sports Spot in HD, but then they killed it. I haven't watched 38 since.

2. Has KCTV listed anywhere what NCAA games they will be showing on 5.1 and 5.2? zap2it.com does have listings, but it would be nice to see the list all together.

KCTV-5 usually puts out a PDf document but I don't see anything listed on their site yet.

The following is the schedule of NCAA Tournament games that will be aired on Thursday, March 19 on KCTV5:

11:30 a.m.
KCTV5 analog and HD
Texas A&M vs. BYU
(viewers with standard digital cable 5.2 can watch the Butler vs. LSU game starting at 11:20 a.m.)

1:40 p.m.
KCTV5 analog and HD
Radford vs. UNC
(viewers with standard digital cable 5.2 can watch the Northern Iowa vs. Purdue game starting at 1:30 p.m.)

6:10 p.m.
KCTV5 analog and HD
Minnesota vs. Texas
(viewers with standard digital cable 5.2 can watch the Michigan vs. Clemson game starting at 6:10 p.m.)

8:30 p.m.
KCTV5 analog and HD
Morgan State vs. Oklahoma
(viewers with standard digital cable 5.2 can watch the Western Kentucky vs. Illinois game starting at 8:45 p.m.)



Channel Assignments:

KCTV5:
Analog: 5
HD: 5.1
SD: 5.2

Sunflower Cable:
Analog: 5
HD: 201
SD: 196

Time Warner:
Analog: 3
HD: 1451
SD: 1452

Comcast:
Analog: 3
HD: 233
SD: 261

Surewest/Everest:
Analog: 3
HD: 620
SD: 621

Alright, where did you find that, dl? I want to know so I can see if the Okie State game will be simulcast on 5.2 Friday morning.

http://www.kctv5.com/sports/18958099/detail.html

How about 5.3 because there's usally 3 games going on at the same time and AT&T U-Verse,S. Dish,Charter and so on in the area?
It should be on 238 on Comcast so if MYKSMOTV is getting DOT2 Network and then it can stay on after it's over for that channel or 698 because it's a blank Sports Channel right now or 706 between 749 because Sports Tier will move they sometime this year to open space for more HD Channels.

Isn't People's Court,AFV,Malcolm in the Middle,Still Standing in HD?

mg-

none of those programs are broadcast in HD.

The following is the schedule of NCAA Tournament games that will be aired on Thursday, March 19 on KCTV5:

11:30 a.m.
KCTV5 analog and HD
Texas A&M vs. BYU
(viewers with standard digital cable 5.2 can watch the Butler vs. LSU game starting at 11:20 a.m.)

1:40 p.m.
KCTV5 analog and HD
Radford vs. UNC
(viewers with standard digital cable 5.2 can watch the Northern Iowa vs. Purdue game starting at 1:30 p.m.)

6:10 p.m.
KCTV5 analog and HD
Minnesota vs. Texas
(viewers with standard digital cable 5.2 can watch the Michigan vs. Clemson game starting at 6:10 p.m.)

8:30 p.m.
KCTV5 analog and HD
Morgan State vs. Oklahoma
(viewers with standard digital cable 5.2 can watch the Western Kentucky vs. Illinois game starting at 8:45 p.m.)



Channel Assignments:

KCTV5:
Analog: 5
HD: 5.1
SD: 5.2

Sunflower Cable:
Analog: 5
HD: 201
SD: 196

Time Warner:
Analog: 3
HD: 1451
SD: 1452

Comcast:
Analog: 3
HD: 233
SD: 261

Surewest/Everest:
Analog: 3
HD: 620
SD: 621

Comcast has ch. 261 active with KCTV 5.2 (this is as of 3:30 PM Wed. afternoon).

New HD channels on Comcast Olathe?

This morning (around 5:30am), Comcast Olathe had several new HD on channels 223 - 228. When I got home from work this afternoon, they weren't there - I'm guessing they must have been doing some testing this morning.

I can't remember all the channels, but I flipped through Nickelodeon HD, FX HD, MLB HD, and Cartoon Network HD. Anyone know when these channels are scheduled to be added to the lineup?

New HD channels on Comcast Olathe?

This morning (around 5:30am), Comcast Olathe had several new HD on channels 223 - 228. When I got home from work this afternoon, they weren't there - I'm guessing they must have been doing some testing this morning.

I can't remember all the channels, but I flipped through Nickelodeon HD, FX HD, MLB HD, and Cartoon Network HD. Anyone know when these channels are scheduled to be added to the lineup?

I thought I saw a posting that some more channels would be added in April after ThisTV was added a couple of weeks ago.

EDIT: Here is creader's post: http://www.avsforum.com/avs-vb/showpost.php?p=15938744&postcount=7566

They always have in years past, it isn't even added to the guide on the DVR yet... give it time and I'm sure it will show up. I'll let you guys know what channel it is on too when I see it pop up on my 19" LG TV in the bedroom.

So it looks like KCTV-DT2 is on 621, is that correct? Have you been able to find it in QAM?
Thanks.

KCTV-DT 5.2 ON SureWest QAM channel 81.5.

KCTV-DT 5.2 ON SureWest QAM channel 81.5.
Thanks - I'll check it out!

698-Sports says One Moment Please.
It says around April 1st for those channels so like TWCKC anytime before than or after that.
Did you check to see if Bloomberg News,so on and Gospel Music Channel were there to because they aren't as this late Afternoon?
You might call or Email and find out when they really go live?
HD On Demand Channels Links are still here so Oxygen hasen't moved to 123 yet.
WE don't KTAJ here on Comcast.
How about Comcast MO people did you see them to?

KTAJ Analog 16 will cease operations on April 16, 2009. They are running an information slide show with voice over at the top of the hour.

From KC STAR Comcast

ATTENTION COMCAST DIGITAL CUSTOMERS AND BUSINESS CLASS CUSTOMERS.

Music Choice has announced that to better serve their growing audience, they will make changes to the lineup on April 15, 2009.

10 New Channels

• MC Mix Tape
• Singers & Swing
• True Country
• Hip-Hop Classics
• Dance/Electronics
• Romances
• Classic Alternative
• Retro Rock
• Toddler Tunes
• Stage & Screen

7 music channels will be discontinued: Bluegrass, Showcase, Show Tunes,Rock ‘En Espanol ,Americana, Opera and International Love Songs.

The following channels are being combined:
Arena Rock with Retro-Active = Retro Rock
Electronica with Dance = Dance/Electronica
Big Band & Swing with Singers & Standards=Singers & Swing

Music Choice lineup, effective April 15, 2009.

401 Hit List
402 Hip-Hop and R&B
403 MC Mix Tape
404 Dance/Electronica
405 Rap
406 Hip-Hop Classics
407 Throwback Jamz
408 R&B Classics
409 R&B Soul
410 Gospel
411 Reggae
412 Classic Rock
413 Retro Rock
414 Rock
415 Metal
416 Alternative
417 Classic Alternative
418 Adult Alternative
419 Soft Rock
420 Pop Hits
421 90's
422 80's
423 70's
424 Solid Gold Oldies
425 Party Favorites
426 Stage & Screen
427 Kidz Only!
428 Toddler Tunes
429 Today's Country
430 True Country
431 Classic Country
432 Contemporary Christian
433 Sounds of the Season
434 Sounds capes
435 Smooth Jazz
436 Jazz
437 Blues
438 Singers & Swing
439 Easy Listening
440 Classical Masterpieces
441 Light Classical
442 Music’s Urbana
443 Pop Latino
444 Tropic ales
445 Mexican
446 Romances

For more information, please call 816-795-1100.

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For those who use Surewest--did you feel the HD CBS signal for today's NCAA games was overcompressed? It really looked grainy compared with the rest of the HD channels. I switched video processors a couple of times--other 1080i channels looked fine, but the CBS signal looked comparatively bad. Did anyone else have this experience?

I compared the broadcast on SureWest as well as Over The Air and I found both sources to be about the same. The reason KCTV-DT is so "bit starved" is the multicast channel on 5.2.

I compared the broadcast on SureWest as well as Over The Air and I found both sources to be about the same. The reason KCTV-DT is so "bit starved" is the multicast channel on 5.2.

Hi, dlnester--thank you....I think I'd rather have one really good looking channel instead of one mediocre looking 1080i and an bad looking 480i.

Interesting. I compared KCTV's OTA signal yesterday afternoon to WIBW's and I thought KCTV's looked much better. However, I was viewing KCTV via my HR20>HDMI(DVI) and WIBW via the older HR10>component. The distribution method may have colored my observation.

WIBW also multicasts, but it's 24/7/365 cr@p (MyNet). To answer mvp's question, I am grateful that KCTV normally does not multicast but during this time of year provides us with a choice. The Okla St/Pitt game was very dramatic and I would not have seen it otherwise. (I timeshifted)

Thank you again for contacting Comcast Cable. We did have a soft launch
to see if the channels would broadcast correctly. As per my previous
email, those channels will be launched on or around 4/1/09. At this time
I have not heard of any other changes to be made to our line - up. I
will mail out a new line - up when one is available with all the changes
made in April.

Anyone else recently lose their TVGOS listings via TWC? This happened on or around the week of March 8, with the last listings coming in on Wednesday, March 18. I am aware of this situation happening in other parts of the country, but this is the first time it has directly affected me. I am monitoring the avs TVGOS forums daily on this situation but wanted to post here in the local section to see if anyone else is having the same problem.

Anyone else recently lose their TVGOS listings via TWC? This happened on or around the week of March 8, with the last listings coming in on Wednesday, March 18. I am aware of this situation happening in other parts of the country, but this is the first time it has directly affected me. I am monitoring the avs TVGOS forums daily on this situation but wanted to post here in the local section to see if anyone else is having the same problem.

KCPT (analog) always carried TVGOS in the past, as well as a time signal for automatically setting VCRs. Since the daylight savings time change, I haven't gotten a time signal (I use my old VCR as a clock in my equipment rack). They must have quit on the TVGOS at the same time, although I don't have any way to verify that.

On a related note, CBS stations are supposed to be carrying the digital TVGOS information, but KCTV-DT isn't on board with that yet. I was thinking of getting a DTV Pal DVR, but I won't if I can't get TVGOS.

Brad

KCPT (analog) always carried TVGOS in the past, as well as a time signal for automatically setting VCRs. Since the daylight savings time change, I haven't gotten a time signal (I use my old VCR as a clock in my equipment rack). They must have quit on the TVGOS at the same time, although I don't have any way to verify that.

On a related note, CBS stations are supposed to be carrying the digital TVGOS information, but KCTV-DT isn't on board with that yet. I was thinking of getting a DTV Pal DVR, but I won't if I can't get TVGOS.

Brad

Here is the response I got from PBS on TVGOS:

"Your viewer is right--TV Guide uses a small part of our digital stream to put out this digital guide. It's a remote box installed downstream in our plant, so unless we're completely off the air, there's nothing here that should be a problem. TV Guide reaches in over the internet and does all the work inside the box remotely. I went down and looked at it with our chief tech guy and he says that it appears to be functioning normally. Lights were on and green on the box, but after that, we wouldn't have any real idea for sure cause we don't have access inside the box. That's about the extent of my knowledge on this one. And remember, we're not really experiencing any digital transition per se--we've been up and running digitally for some time. We are going through a serious transition in master control as we put in the equipment for automation, but that shouldn't hurt anything downstream for us."

I was aware of the KCTV-DT not supplying TVGOS according to rabbitears.com, however I am still receiving TVGOS listings on my Pioneer TV, which I assume was coming from my OTA HD antenna. Unfortunately I still cannot receive TVGOS for my analog Pioneer DVR.

I'm told that analog TVGOS was ended by Macrovision on 2/28/09. That's interesting news that KCPT is carrying TVGOS; it must have just been installed very recently as I got data from Kansas City just a few weeks ago and at that time, KCPT was not carrying it.

I'll attempt to confirm and if I can, I'll post it on RabbitEars.

- Trip

I'm told that analog TVGOS was ended by Macrovision on 2/28/09. That's interesting news that KCPT is carrying TVGOS; it must have just been installed very recently as I got data from Kansas City just a few weeks ago and at that time, KCPT was not carrying it.

I'll attempt to confirm and if I can, I'll post it on RabbitEars.

- Trip

Thanks Trip. For your information, I have received the TVGOS signal in Kansas City for about three years, prior to no longer receiving listings. I assumed that it always came from KCPT, but I never ran diagnostics to confirm.

You might also check KCTV-DT in Kansas City again. As I mentioned, I am receiving TVGOS on my OTA HD antenna, but again have not run diagnostics to confirm where it is coming from.

My most pressing need right now is to get TVGOS back on my analog DVR!

Thanks Trip. For your information, I have received the TVGOS signal in Kansas City for about three years, prior to no longer receiving listings. I assumed that it always came from KCPT, but I never ran diagnostics to confirm.

In most cases, it was the PBS station providing it on analog. If the analog service ended on 02/28 as I was told, that would explain why your analog receiver no longer receives TVGOS data.

You might also check KCTV-DT in Kansas City again. As I mentioned, I am receiving TVGOS on my OTA HD antenna, but again have not run diagnostics to confirm where it is coming from

I've been told none of the Meredith stations (KCTV included) are carrying it. Given that KCPT told you in that e-mail that they have digital TVGOS gear now, I'm guessing they're signed up to be the affiliate.

I'll post here once I have some confirmation one way or another.

- Trip

... As I mentioned, I am receiving TVGOS on my OTA HD antenna, but again have not run diagnostics to confirm where it is coming from.

My most pressing need right now is to get TVGOS back on my analog DVR!


I have lost TVGOS within the last few days. What zip code are you currently using in the KC area? I have been using zip 64155 with no luck using my OTA antenna.

i have lost tvgos within the last few days. What zip code are you currently using in the kc area? I have been using zip 64155 with no luck using my ota antenna.

64108.

Here is an update from KCPT. Yea!!!

----- Forwarded Message ----
From:
To:
Sent: Tuesday, March 24, 2009 5:21:18 PM
Subject: TV Guide

Todd,

There was an equipment problem in our facility. The guide should be working now. Let me know if there is still a problem.

I just noticed that 19.2 is back to 1080i now. I never saw an explanation for their temporary change to 720p.

It sure would be nice if they'd drop the subchannel and devote the bandwidth to the HD broadcast rather than broadcast the same program both in HD and SD. Right now "Great Performances" is in 1080i on 19.2 and 480i on 19.1.

Remember the HD is moving to 19.1 on April 1...

Remember the HD is moving to 19.1 on April 1...

Yes. Knew that was coming, but I didn't remember when. I thought the change to 720p might have something to do with that until they changed back to 1080i.

If KCPT would take the lead that KTWU took in Topeka, I wouldn't be as upset about how KCPT duplicates programming. In Topeka KTWU also has 2 sub-channels.

11.1 - KTWU/PBS HD
11.2 - PBS Create
11.3 - KTWU Enhanced which shows a completely different schedule from 11.1. They show more locally produced programming such as Sunflower Journeys and documentaries like The Flood of '51 and the 1966 Topeka Tornado. Maybe this is what KCPT will do after April 1?

It looks like KSHB is using HD cameras in the field now. It is amazingly better than the PQ on KMBC field shots.

KSHB is using HD Cameras in the field...

Does KSHB have live remotes in HD or only edited packages?

Live Remotes

Cool, thanks!

5.2 will be gone after today and will be back next year is not like DOT2 Network or even Stormtracker goes on there before then. It launched in April coming up so they need to maybe do a story on it.
This week is Comcast week for new Stuff. Flyer in the Mail today about April 4 big Event so the new channels will be here before April the 4th.


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Dot 2 Network could be on KSMO-DT... it hasn't even been announced yet.

I noticed last night that KMCI-HD and KMCI-Analog on SureWest has gone dark, and this morning it is still dark. Even more, when you go to the HD channel on SureWest it currently says it is 480i with no content. Is KMCI off-the-air or is it only a SureWest problem? Just curious!

I noticed last night that KMCI-HD and KMCI-Analog on SureWest has gone dark, and this morning it is still dark. Even more, when you go to the HD channel on SureWest it currently says it is 480i with no content. Is KMCI off-the-air or is it only a SureWest problem? Just curious!

KMCI-HD was offline on UVerse last night as well. I don't know if the analog feed was showing up last night.

Just got an e-mail from NFL Network. Apparently, NFL Network is going to prevent Comcast customers from receiving NFL Network, even if people wish to pay the $4.95 for the sports tier that includes NFL Network, effective May 1.

http://www.iwantnflnetwork.com

They are selling this as Comcast's fault (which, in part, it is), but this is NFL Network's fault because they are preventing people from receiving the channel even if they want to pay.

KMCI SD was working this morning on Comcast don't have the HD Channel yet because the other 3 do and Comcast doesn't so why is Comcast waiting to added it no room after MYKSMOTV HD.
No new Channels as of this morning for Comcast or even KCPT updated Channels yet. Has anybody received MLB HD yet because it went live today not Comcast on 138th Street at Darnell Street. TWCKC has it on 1119.

KMCI isn't coming in OTA either, digitally. It is coming in over the air non-digital.

Yeah I can't get KMCI-DT over the air in my office either. I'm guessing the DTV transmitter died... which is what a majority of cable/satellite systems would be receiving. Time Warner should still have it as they have a fiber connection to all the local stations.

KMCI-DT is always hit or miss for me, and I only live a few miles away from the transmitter. My rabbit ears can pick up KMCI-DT in the kitchen, and bedrooms but in the living room which is hooked up to an outdoor aerial antenna it's like the station doesn't even exist. Here's hoping that everything will fix itself in June when KSHB/KMCI can up their power.

KMCI-DT is back on the air today, but SureWest has scrambled TBS & TNT-HD on QAM-Clear.

This morning (Thu. 04/02), the new HD channels are now active on Comcast-Olathe. These are:

Travel Channel - ch. 183
Lifetime - ch. 184
Spike - ch. 220
Speed - ch. 223
FX - ch. 224
E! - ch. 225
MLB Network - ch. 226
Cartoon Network - ch. 227
Nickelodeon - ch. 228

This leaves ch. 207, 210, 221, 235, 238, 239 in the HD tier available for NBA TV, NHL Network, KMCI-DT, HDNet, etc. Let's hope they get these filled soon.

I think the NFL has seriously overestimated the number of uber-die-hard pro football junkies in this country. (And wouldn't most of them already have Direct TV for Sunday Ticket, anyway?) As for news and analysis, it's not like ESPN hasn't already got the market covered reasonably well.

The NFL doesn't have nearly the leverage over Comcast and TWC they think they do. Is it arrogance, or just stupidity? Time will tell.

Just got an e-mail from NFL Network. Apparently, NFL Network is going to prevent Comcast customers from receiving NFL Network, even if people wish to pay the $4.95 for the sports tier that includes NFL Network, effective May 1.

http://www.iwantnflnetwork.com

They are selling this as Comcast's fault (which, in part, it is), but this is NFL Network's fault because they are preventing people from receiving the channel even if they want to pay.

235 is This TV
182,185 when Oxygen moves to 123,186,187,188,189 when PIN moves or is Deleted 243,244,2452,246,247 KMBC First Alert/249 KSHB Weather Plus when moved to the 900's,Sports Tier to the 700's,180 and 181 If Comcast can't work out a new deal with NFL Network are available for HD Channels. 271 is probley for FITTV.
Don't forget DOT2 Network,RTN,Universal Sports,24/7 Local News Channels,myabe Stormtracker from KCTV5,Metro Sports HD if comes available and Metro Weather.

Hoping for ESPNNEWS/QVC/Weather Channel/NBATV/NHL Network and so on in HD and in SD SHOPNBC,Reelztv,Fox Movie Channel and so on and also for 97 KCPT to be deleted and so on to.
293 Gospel Music Channel
103 Bloomberg News you forgot to mention were added to.

I'm not sure if I'm crazy here, but did FSN Kansas City (Midwest) go HD full-time now? I see it is on with "Big 12 Showcase" but the Program Guide says Off-Air 2:00 PM-10:00 PM

** Edit - Well back to color bars at 10:00 PM... false alarm! **

I don't even care if they go HD full-time, I'd just like to see them on the air full time so I can set my DVR to record the Royals games. Right now, I have to first check FSNKC-HD to see if it's on there, and then if not, check FSNKC to see if it's on.

The problem is that you can't setup a season pass for baseball, so each game has to be recorded manually. We had the same issue last year, and it never got resolved.

Can anyone on Comcast see if you can setup a season pass/record series for the Royals on FSNKC-HD? What about Dish/DirecTV users?

What information is in the guide that would allow season passes for one show but not another? Is there some kind of flag that has to exist?

Thanks!

On Dish Network the Royals games are on one of the ALT channels. i believe they have about 10-12 ALT channels for overflow games the the Royals are usually not on the same one all the time. The best thing to do with Dish Network is create a "Season Pass" looking for the term "Royals" and it will find the game and record it. The problem is... if any other program with the description "Royals" is found, it will record it too.

Unfortunately, Navigator doesn't allow you to do that. You're stuck with picking from the guide, and if Season Pass isn't an option, you can't do it.

Thanks though!

This morning (Thu. 04/02), the new HD channels are now active on Comcast-Olathe. These are:

Travel Channel - ch. 183
Lifetime - ch. 184
Spike - ch. 220
Speed - ch. 223
FX - ch. 224
E! - ch. 225
MLB Network - ch. 226
Cartoon Network - ch. 227
Nickelodeon - ch. 228

This leaves ch. 207, 210, 221, 235, 238, 239 in the HD tier available for NBA TV, NHL Network, KMCI-DT, HDNet, etc. Let's hope they get these filled soon.



Does anyone know if Time Warner added anything yet?

On Dish Network the Royals games are on one of the ALT channels. i believe they have about 10-12 ALT channels for overflow games the the Royals are usually not on the same one all the time. The best thing to do with Dish Network is create a "Season Pass" looking for the term "Royals" and it will find the game and record it. The problem is... if any other program with the description "Royals" is found, it will record it too.

You'll record every single E! program about the Queen, Prince Charles, etc....

I think the NFL has seriously overestimated the number of uber-die-hard pro football junkies in this country. (And wouldn't most of them already have Direct TV for Sunday Ticket, anyway?) As for news and analysis, it's not like ESPN hasn't already got the market covered reasonably well.

The NFL doesn't have nearly the leverage over Comcast and TWC they think they do. Is it arrogance, or just stupidity? Time will tell.

It's both arrogance and stupidity. At first, I eagerly anticipated watching this network; now, I only watch it for the Thursday night games. No great loss (I seem to watch more NHL Network than NFL Network).

You would think the software engineers at Echostar would be smart enough to develop a Season Pass where you select your favorite teams from NFL, MLB, NHL, NCAA ect. and it would go out and look for any games from that team and record it. Echostar are you listening?

You would think the software engineers at Echostar would be smart enough to develop a Season Pass where you select your favorite teams from NFL, MLB, NHL, NCAA ect. and it would go out and look for any games from that team and record it. Echostar are you listening?

Just about any software engineer will tell you doing that is entirely possible, the problem is you just have to get management to agree to it. :(

As a software developer myself, when I use my TimeWarner DVR, I get absolutely frustrated as to just how terrible the interface is designed and implemented. The thing can't even update it's calculation of free space correctly!

Is anyone else having trouble getting KSHBHD on direct-tv? I have called DTV twice and I am finally getting a tech to come out...but wandered if it is an isolated problem or widespread?

Will probley be when Comcast moves them here.
Big Ten Network from 255 to 715
Metro Sports from 258 to 716
Fox College Sports(Atlantic) from 262 to 720
Fox College Sports(Central) from 263 to 721
Fox College Sports (Pacific) from 264 to 722
ESPN Classic from 265 to 723
Fox Soccer Channel from 267 to 725
Gol TV from 268 to 726
Outdoor channel from 270 to728
NBA TV from 273 to 731
CBS College Sports from 274 to 732
NFL Network from 275 to 733
NHL Network from 276 to 734
Tennis Channel from 277 to 735
Sportsman's Channel from 278 to 736
Fuel TV from 279 to 737 (Not available inOlathe/MO Exercise On Demand is on that Channel right know
MLB Network from 272 to 738

Slightly off topic here guys - I apologize.

I live in Lees Summit and am moving to Florida soon. I have a 2.35:1 ratio screen (actual dimensions are 103" x 43") made of blackout cloth stretched and stapled on a wood frame. It is in decent condition. I would like to give it to a fellow AVSer that is local. Please PM me if you are interested. I used to have it hung on the wall for my projector.

Are KSHB and KMCI's DTV transmitters offline? Can't get either one right now OTA. (Eastern Blue Springs)

Anybody know where the TNT and TBS HD feeds went to on QAM on Everest or Surewest? Used to be available at 119.1 and 123.1, but now the channel is blank. All the other ones are around that I found channel surfing.

Anybody know where the TNT and TBS HD feeds went to on QAM on Everest or Surewest? Used to be available at 119.1 and 123.1, but now the channel is blank. All the other ones are around that I found channel surfing.

About a week ago SureWest scrambled the channels. They are no longer "In The Clear"

For the Surewest/Everest users. Is there a guide for the channels that are picked up without a box (QAM)? I run the cable straight to the TV (Mitsubishi with TVGOS), and picked up all the stations, but going thru all of them is a pain. The channel lineup Surewest works for the channels < 99, but for the rest of the stations does anyone have the layout? I also have a OTA and that picks up the TVGOS fo rthe local stations. Any help would be appreciated.

EVEREST/SUREWEST QAM-CLEAR CHANNELS

83.1 - KCTV-HD
81.5 - KCTV-SD (NCAA TOURNAMENT ONLY)
84.1 - KMBC-HD
84.2 - ESPN 2HD
84.3 - KMBC-WEATHER
85.3 - KCWE-HD
85.4 - KCWE 'THIS TV'
88.3 - KMCI-HD
100.2 - WDAF-HD
103.1 - FSN KANSAS CITY HD
111.2 - KCPT-HD
111.4 - KCPT 2
111.7 - KCPT CREATE
117.11 - EWTN
119.300 - TNT-HD (Now Scrambled)
120.3 - KSHB-HD
120.4 - KSHB WEATHER
122.2 - TLC-HD
123.1 - FX-HD
123.2 - TBS-HD (Now Scrambled)
124.1 - ESPN-U HD
124.1 - Discovery HD
126.2 - Fox News Channel HD
127.2 - Wealth HD
127.3 - Fox Business HD
128.2 - Versus HD
129.1 - ABC Family HD
129.2 - Disney XD HD
120.1 - Disney HD
130.2 - Bravo HD
131.42 - USA-HD
131.43 - Sci-Fi HD

The QAM-Clear channels listed above will not have any TV Guide On-Screen data for them, and they don't pass Guide Data via the channel itself either.

KCPT is messed up. On 19-1 they are broadcasting Austin City Limits as a shrunken window at 720p, with black borders all the way around.

And the crazy thing is they are also broadcasting the shrunken window on the analog channel, so it's worse than YouTube quality.

Over on 19-2, they have "Make 'em Laugh" at 480i instead of HD like it was supposed to be.

On the other hand, when I watched a few minutes of Frontline last week, they weren't using letterbox for the wide screen program on the analog channel so the credits at the end said "tline."

261 is back on Comcast Olathe and it's FSNKC that's on also 73 on Comcast Olathe but now gone. So maybe that's where it's going to be on the Digital Side when it moves there.
Note: In areas that receive both Royals baseball and Blues hockey, Sunday's Blues game will also be available on an alternate channel: Mediacom-Springfield 14; Mediacom-Columbia 20; Cable One-Joplin 78; Comcast-Independence 261; Time Warner-Kansas City 30.

On the Everest QAM List - Don't forget ESPN-HD on 108-1

Thanks for the list.

EVEREST/SUREWEST QAM-CLEAR CHANNELS

83.1 - KCTV-HD
81.5 - KCTV-SD (NCAA TOURNAMENT ONLY)
84.1 - KMBC-HD
84.2 - ESPN 2HD
84.3 - KMBC-WEATHER
85.3 - KCWE-HD
85.4 - KCWE 'THIS TV'
88.3 - KMCI-HD
100.2 - WDAF-HD
103.1 - FSN KANSAS CITY HD
108-1 - ESPN-HD
111.2 - KCPT-HD
111.4 - KCPT 2
111.7 - KCPT CREATE
117.11 - EWTN
119.300 - TNT-HD (Now Scrambled)
120.3 - KSHB-HD
120.4 - KSHB WEATHER
122.2 - TLC-HD
123.1 - FX-HD
123.2 - TBS-HD (Now Scrambled)
124.1 - ESPN-U HD
124.1 - Discovery HD
126.2 - Fox News Channel HD
127.2 - Wealth HD
127.3 - Fox Business HD
128.2 - Versus HD
129.1 - ABC Family HD
129.2 - Disney XD HD
120.1 - Disney HD
130.2 - Bravo HD
131.42 - USA-HD
131.43 - Sci-Fi HD

The QAM-Clear channels listed above will not have any TV Guide On-Screen data for them, and they don't pass Guide Data via the channel itself either.


Thanks for the list. Did you come up with this by going thru the channels yourself, or did you find the listings somewhere? Do you know the channels for the Digital Music channels?

A different subject. For SureWest/Everest users with the SA8300HD PVR. What settings do you recommend for the Picture Format (Fixed, Auto-DVI/HDMI, Upconvert 1, or Upconvert 2)?

I am jealous that Everst has so many clear QAM channels. Time Warner just has the locals as far as I can tell. Only thing else I can switch to is AT&T U-Verse, anyone know about that option, any QAM?

Is there any setting on the TW-KC 8300HDC DVR that makes the guide and other menus full screen? I think I've tried all the obvious ones but no luck.

When I watch an HD channel, the picture is obviously full screen, but when the guide is opened, it would fit on a regular old 4:3 display.

It's also annoying that on occasion, opening the guide or something causes the output of the DVR to pause. At this point, the TV thinks it lost the signal and displays a solid blue screen. The only thing to fix this would probably be to slap somebody at TWC in the face and tell them to fix it. :)

AT&T U-Verse doesn't have any QAM-Clear channels because they use a different encription method, plus you have to have a box for every TV anyway.

As for SureWest, I went through the channels to come up with that list. I must have missed ESPN HD, but it is there. The Music Channels are Urge Music, and they are QAM-Clear and basically start on 125.XX (XX being the Music Channel 0-62ish)

As for the resolution. I went to an HD channel that is the format you want (FOX = 720p, HD Net is 1080i Ect.) and once you are on that channel, select "Fixed" and it will make every channel that format (even the Analog channels) I have my box set on 720p because my TV is a 720p Native Resolution.

Thanks dnlester for the list and the suggestion for the "Fixed" output. I will give this a try and see how it works.

needforspeed. I think Everest uses the same 8300HDC DVR. I am coming from DISH and the DISH STB/DVR was light years ahead of the SA 8300HDC as far as functionality/search/Guide display, etc.
Maybe try dnlester's suggestion (using FIXED) and see how the guide looks.

The Everest/SureWest SA 8300HDC has older software than the Time Warner Cable SA 8300HDC. The Everest guide will display 4x3 on resolutions 720p and 1080i. It will stretch to fit the screen on 480p (and possibly 480i but my tv stretches everything 480i so I can't test it)

When I had Time Warner I had the resolution set at 1080i and I remember my Navigator software guide being 16x9 on my screen unless my memory is pretty foggy. I dropped TWC for Everest in January.

I had the Dish Network 722 and 622 DVR's and they are fantastic. I wish I still had my Dish Network service (can't get it at my current apt) and I can't wait to go back to them.

AT&T U-Verse doesn't have any QAM-Clear channels because they use a different encription method, plus you have to have a box for every TV anyway.

As for SureWest, I went through the channels to come up with that list. I must have missed ESPN HD, but it is there. The Music Channels are Urge Music, and they are QAM-Clear and basically start on 125.XX (XX being the Music Channel 0-62ish)

As for the resolution. I went to an HD channel that is the format you want (FOX = 720p, HD Net is 1080i Ect.) and once you are on that channel, select "Fixed" and it will make every channel that format (even the Analog channels) I have my box set on 720p because my TV is a 720p Native Resolution.

Thanks dnlester for the list and the suggestion for the "Fixed" output. I will give this a try and see how it works.

needforspeed. I think Everest uses the same 8300HDC DVR. I am coming from DISH and the DISH STB/DVR was light years ahead of the SA 8300HDC as far as functionality/search/Guide display, etc.
Maybe try dnlester's suggestion (using FIXED) and see how the guide looks.

Thanks for the suggestion guys, I'll give it a try tonight!

The Jayhawk TV network will move to KSMO starting in this fall. That covers Kansas Jayhawk football and basketball coaches shows, plus some men's basketball games. That depends on how many games ESPN/ABC and CBS want, and ESPN takes a lot of them. KSMO had the network in the 1990s and early 2000s as well, before KMCI claimed it.


KTAJ will shut off its analog signal Thursday, April 16th.

The Jayhawk TV network will move to KSMO starting in this fall. That covers Kansas Jayhawk football and basketball coaches shows, plus some men's basketball games. That depends on how many games ESPN/ABC and CBS want, and ESPN takes a lot of them. KSMO had the network in the 1990s and early 2000s as well, before KMCI claimed it.


KTAJ will shut off its analog signal Thursday, April 16th.

So the question is will the games be in HD?

I remember reading that the Big 12 Network was going to go HD, but I don't know if that includes the Jayhawk TV network or not.

This is what I understand....

The Jayhawk Television Network will move to KSMO TV. Those games will not be in HD because they are produced by Metro Sports - Kansas City.

The Big 12 Network from ESPN Plus will remain on KMCI TV. Those games will be produced in HD in 2009-2010. I would think KMCI TV would broadcast them in HD, but that is up to the station I guess.

As for the resolution. I went to an HD channel that is the format you want (FOX = 720p, HD Net is 1080i Ect.) and once you are on that channel, select "Fixed" and it will make every channel that format (even the Analog channels) I have my box set on 720p because my TV is a 720p Native Resolution.

I forgot to mention that I can't find this setting anymore. I haven't looked since the last update that rolled out (when all the menu colors changed and whatnot) so maybe they took the setting out.

Actually I don't think the TWC boxes have a "Fixed" option anymore. You can just select the resolution you want from the menu.

Only the Everest/SureWest boxes have the "Fixed" option.

Actually I don't think the TWC boxes have a "Fixed" option anymore. You can just select the resolution you want from the menu.

Only the Everest/SureWest boxes have the "Fixed" option.

I have 720p as the only output resolution and the guide and menus are still not full screen. :(

I'm guessing the TWC Navigator software is only 4x3 then.

KTAJ Analog 16 will cease operations on April 16, 2009. They are running an information slide show with voice over at the top of the hour.

Yippee!! Now I can remove my ch. 16 wave trap from my antenna system. This increased the signal on ch. 19 digital by 20%.

This station has nuked us ever since it went on the air. We live 30 miles north of St. Joseph and have to shoot right through it to get Kansas City.
Unfortunately, we have to use every means of amplification to receive the Kansas City UHF stations well.

We still receive ch. 16 DT very well from it's new location. I am now a very happy camper!!!:D

261 is back but only on when like the Blues play a Playoff Game and not for any other programming. They can just show Blues Playoffs Games on 698 that's not showing anything at the moment but at least it's in front of the other Fox Sports Channels and is called Sports like 698 is.

A different subject. For SureWest/Everest users with the SA8300HD PVR. What settings do you recommend for the Picture Format (Fixed, Auto-DVI/HDMI, Upconvert 1, or Upconvert 2)?

I think the answer really depends on what other equipment you have. I personally have the the picture format set to just pass through the native HDMI signal resolutoin and let my AV receiver do the video processing (or my television to do the processing if the AV receiver is off).

My AV receiver and television have video chips that are a little better than the 8300's video processing capabilities. YMMV depending on the capabilities of your equipment--if you experiment letting each piece of equipment upconvert the video signal you can determine which unit has the best performance.

The one thing I would recommend is setting the 8300 to give you the black bars on 4:3 material--some televisions use grey bars on the sides to prevent IR, but that is really distracting to me--letting the 8300 supply the black bars avoids this issue (if you can't get into your service menu)

Does anyone live on the North side of the river get the St. Joe stations? If so, what are they? Currently I don't put a secondary market in when I set up my DirecTv receivers, but am considering giving it a shot if it's worth picking up a couple of additional channels that may have different programming for sports or in other time periods other than Prime Time.

The only commercial television station in St. Joseph is KQTV 2, which is an ABC affiliate. They don't really have any programming different than KMBC except for local news/weather. They are currently on VHF 7 at 40,000 Watts from a tower located near downtown St. Joseph, MO.

KTAJ is also another station licensed to St. Joseph, but their digital broadcast tower is located in Kansas City. They are a TBN affiliate located on UHF channel 21 at 1 Million Watts.

You might have better luck trying to pick up the Topeka stations as a secondary market.

WIBW - VHF 13 - CBS
KSNT - UHF 28 - NBC (Fox on 27.2)
KTWU - VHF 11 - PBS
KTKA - UHF 48 - ABC

There are only 2 St. Joseph stations: KQTV-2 (ABC) (RF 53) and KTAJ-16 (Christian) which is actually transmitted from KC, but historically in the St. Joe market.

Jinx, buy me a Coke, dl! Has KQTV switched to VHF 7 yet?

There are only 2 St. Joseph stations: KQTV-2 (ABC) (RF 53) and KTAJ-16 (Christian) which is actually transmitted from KC, but historically in the St. Joe market.

Jinx, buy me a Coke, dl! Has KQTV switched to VHF 7 yet?

According to Wikipedia (Yeah, Great Source) they have. I can't get them, so I have no idea!

http://retaildesigndiva.blogs.com/retail_design_diva/images/coke2.jpg Here is your Coke!

KQTV has not yet moved to channel 7.

- Trip

KCTV 5 in Kansas City will be broadcasting the .2 (dot2 network) sometime after April.
http://www.google.com/url?sa=t&source=web&ct=res&cd=2&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.satelliteguys.us%2Fhd-over-air-ota%2F158123-2network-pronounced-dot-2-a.html&ei=WubtSYuCM4TyMuLWwe8P&usg=AFQjCNGInWvdMSzYwnJP-0pLLZb7meCuTw

http://www.google.com/url?sa=t&source=web&ct=res&cd=3&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.satelliteguys.us%2Fhd-over-air-ota%2F167106-tv-ota-kansas-city.html&ei=WubtSYuCM4TyMuLWwe8P&usg=AFQjCNGmlqYgyEQbJfE8ch2nHRjLgCcBiA
http://www.google.com/url?sa=t&source=web&ct=res&cd=1&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.dot2network.com%2Fnational%2Fpress%2Ffi rstaffils&ei=WubtSYuCM4TyMuLWwe8P&usg=AFQjCNG6GPtlwc9mqGHw4Q2zGX6oYJnVCg

KCTV 5 in Kansas City will be broadcasting the .2 (dot2 network) sometime after April.

Where did you hear this, and can you be more specific? After April as in May, or October - which is the last I heard.

Thanks for updating with info. I don't think any of that is new info though, unfortunately. I'll bet we are still looking at fall. I'm completely OTA now, so I'd like to see it!

I just don't understand why they would put the .2 Network on KCTV 5.2 instead of KSMO 62.2 which would be a far better place to put it. They could even air things in HD when KSMO isn't in My Network programming.

FYI... Everest/SureWest HD 8300 DVR's are taking new firmware updates. Both of mine took them this evening in the 9 PM Hour.

FYI... Everest/SureWest HD 8300 DVR's are taking new firmware updates. Both of mine took them this evening in the 9 PM Hour.


What functionality does this new firmware provide? How can you tell if you have received new firmware?

Do you know if there will be a software update anytime soon to improve the search/guide/TV show information/etc. functions (the current search/guide/TV show information/etc. functions are terrible, although I moved from Dish, so I was expecting something similar from SureWest)?

Nothing that I have noticed yet...

Nothing that I have noticed yet...

derek is a nerd!

Anyone with Comcast in Olathe (I guess it could affect Independence) noticing that the colors are off, especially on SD content? A lot of stuff looks washed out. Right now, I am watching Futurama on Comedy Central, and Kif looks yellow instead of green, fine lines are almost nonexistant, and the pixellation is worse than usual.

This morning (Thu. 04/02), the new HD channels are now active on Comcast-Olathe. These are:

Travel Channel - ch. 183
Lifetime - ch. 184
Spike - ch. 220
Speed - ch. 223
FX - ch. 224
E! - ch. 225
MLB Network - ch. 226
Cartoon Network - ch. 227
Nickelodeon - ch. 228

This leaves ch. 207, 210, 221, 235, 238, 239 in the HD tier available for NBA TV, NHL Network, KMCI-DT, HDNet, etc. Let's hope they get these filled soon.


Does anybody know where I can find out when TWC will get Spike HD? It's about the last channel I watch that isn't HD yet.

The only commercial television station in St. Joseph is KQTV 2, which is an ABC affiliate. They don't really have any programming different than KMBC except for local news/weather. They are currently on VHF 7 at 40,000 Watts from a tower located near downtown St. Joseph, MO.

KTAJ is also another station licensed to St. Joseph, but their digital broadcast tower is located in Kansas City. They are a TBN affiliate located on UHF channel 21 at 1 Million Watts.

You might have better luck trying to pick up the Topeka stations as a secondary market.

WIBW - VHF 13 - CBS
KSNT - UHF 28 - NBC (Fox on 27.2)
KTWU - VHF 11 - PBS
KTKA - UHF 48 - ABC
Thanks.

I've been having some issues with my receiver anyway, so when I get it to behave, I'll try adding those channels just for fun.

Yesterday it told me the off-air tuner had been removed and it couldn't find the second tuner for the DTV signal. I hadn't watched the TV in my theatre for a few days so something must have happened in the meantime. I did get it to find the off-air tuner by rebooting, but the second tuner appeared to be awol after I rebooted.

Sheesh.

Thanks for the info!

:(I have Direct TV and have been only able to get regular broadcast signals for Royals games. There is a hd channel listed...but I have not been able to get it. Is it a Direct TV issue or are they just not broadcasting in HD yet? I am spolied and can't stand to watch anything not HD.:(

Well I know for a fact that Royals games have been in HD on DirecTV. We watched the game Sunday in HD on DirecTV. Make sure you're on channel 671-1.

From DirecTV.com:

The 66210 ZIP Code is in the home team territory for the following pro teams. With HD Access select channels and teams available in HD are noted below:

With any DIRECTV base package (CHOICE or above, or FAMILIAR or above):

FSN Midwest (Ch. 671) - HD Available
Royals (HD Available)

St. Louis Blues (HD Available)

Altitude Sports & Entertainment (Ch. 681) - HD Available
Denver Nuggets (HD Available)

Teams and ZIP Codes are subject to change. Blackout restrictions apply to regional sports networks. To view games of other pro teams (out-of-market) requires the purchase of professional sports packages sold separately.

In some markets, a five LNB Dish and H20 or HR20 model DIRECTV HD Receiver are needed to receive HD local networks delivered by DIRECTV. This equipment is required to receive HD games from the RSNs.

Has anybody got the Letter from Comcast yet saying what they can pick to replace NFL Network like 12 free Months of Starz or so on?
http://www.silicondust.com/hdhomerun/lineupui/US:66062 shows ESPNU and WLTHHD and Comcast doesn't have then yet.
Not all Royals games are in HD this year one on the last Blues game on the year and last night weren't in HD.

Hey.

Actually it's 672-1 not 671-1

Also I have 64118 set as my zip and get both the HD and/or SD versions of the games. Tonight it's only in SD. Unfortunately.




Well I know for a fact that Royals games have been in HD on DirecTV. We watched the game Sunday in HD on DirecTV. Make sure you're on channel 671-1.

From DirecTV.com:

The 66210 ZIP Code is in the home team territory for the following pro teams. With HD Access select channels and teams available in HD are noted below:

With any DIRECTV base package (CHOICE or above, or FAMILIAR or above):

FSN Midwest (Ch. 671) - HD Available
Royals (HD Available)


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St. Louis Blues (HD Available)

Altitude Sports & Entertainment (Ch. 681) - HD Available
Denver Nuggets (HD Available)

Teams and ZIP Codes are subject to change. Blackout restrictions apply to regional sports networks. To view games of other pro teams (out-of-market) requires the purchase of professional sports packages sold separately.

In some markets, a five LNB Dish and H20 or HR20 model DIRECTV HD Receiver are needed to receive HD local networks delivered by DIRECTV. This equipment is required to receive HD games from the RSNs.

Thanks for the replys..I have been trying 672-1.....maybe I have been trying on nights HD is not availible. My dish is about 3-4 year old 3 LNB model. My receiver is brand new from Direct TV. I get all the other HD channels.

hmmm will keep trying before I call Direct TV.

Hey.

Actually it's 672-1 not 671-1

Also I have 64118 set as my zip and get both the HD and/or SD versions of the games. Tonight it's only in SD. Unfortunately.[/QUOTE]

My dish is about 3-4 year old 3 LNB model. [/QUOTE]

This sounds suspect. All the NEW MPEG-4 HD comes from what is actually a 5 LNB dish (may only look like 3 LNBs, though) that was first introduced in 2006 and isn't quite 3 years old. Are you sure you're receiving 4,5,9,41 in HD from the satellite and not the off-air tuner? Are you sure you're watching channels other than ESPN, ESPN2, TNT, Discovery HD Theater, and HDNet in HD? For example, TBS HD would only be viewable if you had the 5 LNB dish. If you don't have that, you won't be able to get FSKC in HD on 672-1. Tonight's, tomorrow's, and Thursday afternoon's games are on 672-1 in HD, but Monday's was SD only. Most home games will be in HD, but only about 1/3 of road games will be (seems backwards to me).

You are probably right...it looks like a 3LNB...but most likely is a 5. When HD first became availible is when I got this dish. Yeh I get all the other HD stations....not sure about TBS HD ..so i will watch tonight and see if I get it.



This sounds suspect. All the NEW MPEG-4 HD comes from what is actually a 5 LNB dish (may only look like 3 LNBs, though) that was first introduced in 2006 and isn't quite 3 years old. Are you sure you're receiving 4,5,9,41 in HD from the satellite and not the off-air tuner? Are you sure you're watching channels other than ESPN, ESPN2, TNT, Discovery HD Theater, and HDNet in HD? For example, TBS HD would only be viewable if you had the 5 LNB dish. If you don't have that, you won't be able to get FSKC in HD on 672-1. Tonight's, tomorrow's, and Thursday afternoon's games are on 672-1 in HD, but Monday's was SD only. Most home games will be in HD, but only about 1/3 of road games will be (seems backwards to me).[/QUOTE]

wahoo!!! Got the Royals in HD tonight...whew...did not want to have to call Direct TV. Thanks to all who responded.

too bad they didn't play as well tonight



And fortunately, my issues have resolved as well.