WVTV, Channel 18 Update

[John L]

About 2 weeks ago I sent another email to the Engineering staff to Sinclair O&O WVTV.

I asked them what their plans are for High Definition telecasts.

Here is the response I received from them...

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----- Original Message -----
From: "Engineering - Milwaukee"
To:
Sent: Thursday, March 04, 2004 6:22 AM
Subject: Re: NewsCentral.tv


> jlentz@wi.rr.com wrote:
>
> >Market: WVTV
> >Name: John
> >Phone: 414-425-0383
> >Email: jlentz@wi.rr.com
> >Comment: When do will we see programming on 18-2?
> >Hoping to see some of WB programming in High Definition soon.
> >
> >  
> >
> John,
>
> Unable to provide a firm date at this time.  The HD equipment has been
> ordered, however, several components are on back-order from one of the
> manufacturers and no delivery date has been provided as of  this time.  
> Once all of the equipment arrives, it will take some time to install and
> setup the system before it can be used on air.
>
> WVTV Engineering Dept.
>
>

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[StarvingForHDTV]

Wow, I think that is the first response I have ever seen from them.  I won't hold my breath, but it sounds like there is hope for the future.  Thanks for sharing.

Starving