Transition to HDTV is outlined; 15 year phase-out is seen for old TV's
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The US Federal Communications Commission (FCC) proposes a framework to facilitate the shift from existing television transmission technology to high-definition television (HDTV) by the year 2008. Under the FCC's plan, company-owned television stations would be granted a second channel for broadcasting programs using the high-resolution format. Viewers would be able to choose between existing television sets and next-generation screens to watch programs during the 15-year transition period. Broadcasters would be expected to forfeit one of their channels after the interim period, and consumers would have to purchase high-definition sets or employ a decoding device to continue watching television under current signals. The FCC expects to adopt a single HDTV transmission standard by 1993, and will begin licensing broadcasting stations at that time. Industry experts warn that broadcasters will be reluctant to relinquish their FCC-allotted second channels. The FCC is committed to making HDTV available to all, regardless of financial standing.
Publication Name: The New York Times
Subject: News, opinion and commentary
ISSN: 0362-4331
Year: 1992
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Advanced TV testing set amid tumult on technology
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The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) will test rival high-definition television systems, scheduling a final decision for 1993. The situation is in turmoil because of a surprise announcement by General Instrument Corp, which will enter an all-digital system into the competition. This circumstance has provoked three leading rivals to overhaul their proposals. Previously, proposed systems submitted to the FCC used analog waveforms, but in June, General Instrument announced its all-digital system. Digital television makes possible televisions that function like computer workstations, retrieving and manipulating images. It had been thought that digital television could not be developed so soon. Now, three other groups - a consortium formed by NBC, Thompson SA, Philips NV and the David Sarnoff Research Center; MIT; and Zenith Electronics - all might propose digital systems.
Publication Name: The New York Times
Subject: News, opinion and commentary
ISSN: 0362-4331
Year: 1990
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F.C.C. proposes a TV system that interacts with viewers
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The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) proposes that a broadcast frequency should be set aside for ordering goods and services through television sets. The frequency, which the FCC calls 'Interactive Video Data Service,' would combine regular television programming with home-shopping and on-line information services. The frequency would be available in every community and would support rival interactive services. The FCC's action is seen as an indication that interactive television is ready for commercial use. Final action on the FCC's proposal is expected by late 1991 or early 1992.
Publication Name: The New York Times
Subject: News, opinion and commentary
ISSN: 0362-4331
Year: 1991
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