DirecTV 11 satellite tests out 17/24 GHz BSS bands
DirecTV looks to make the most of DirecTV 11's test period, before things go live in September, testing out an experimental payload at a second test location. While the satcaster collects readings on recently-allocated bandwidth and other satellite traffic to plan future launches (adding even more channels, or maybe 1080p broadcast television), we'll just keep twiddling our thumbs. Specifications, speculation and all other data necessary to satisfy the satellite geek within resides beyond the read link.[Thanks, sixto]
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Reader Comments (Page 1 of 1)
Justin N. @ Jun 20th 2008 5:14PM
If DirecTV or Dish can begin broadcasting 1080p television with a large number of channels, it could have a serious cascade effect on traditional Cable Companies - they'd be forced to upgrade their infrastructure, which then means their arguments for tiered access or bandwidth caps would be pretty useless.
Come on, DirecTV. 1080p would be nice, but the side effects would be much, much nicer.
Chad @ Jun 20th 2008 6:28PM
I doubt that this has anything to do with them testing 1080p television. Moreso it's Richard's own speculation.
Alex @ Jun 20th 2008 6:37PM
offer internet access thru the DVR?
Paul @ Jun 20th 2008 8:02PM
How about HD locals in my market which they promised me were coming in May?
Will @ Jun 20th 2008 9:45PM
or in my market which they apparently could care less about...
Shape @ Jun 21st 2008 10:25AM
DirecTV's current DVRs aren't capable of displaying 1080p. The hardware isn't capable.
Chris @ Jun 21st 2008 11:41AM
Dtv 11 is mostly for HD local channels. There is no need for Dtv to broadcast in 1080p because none of the networks broadcast there stations in 1080p. They (networks) just spent millions of $$$ to get to 1080i. It would just not be a wise move for them cost wise. We just discussed this topic at a Dtv meeting in Chicago on Thur.