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Messages - Nels Harvey

#1
Congratulations for the hard working staff!  I'm glad you are out of that basement!
#2
Milwaukee HDTV Programming / wayne and larry out of sinc
Friday Nov 29, 2013, 10:37:37 PM
WTMJ delays their AM programming a few seconds so listeners with digital IBOC receivers maintain continuity if the digital signal drops out and their receiver reverts to the analog signal.  I think this is not maintained for Packer broadcasts.

During Packer games, I often delay the video broadcast with my DVR in order to sync the video action to Wayne and Larry's game calling.  (I dislike the TV network announcer's coverage because they don't call the game, but rather just prattle about things they think you don't know.)  I believe WTMJ also adjusts the delay to try to match the TV broadcast, because after I think I'm set, the timing changes.

Yesterday's game was off by about 8, or 9 seconds at first, but matched up very close to the Ch. 6 video by the second half.  Keep in mind digital TV's have a delay in the received signal as well as the set converts the signal from digital to analog so you can see it.  Different sets do this at slightly different rates, so the timing isn't precise.  If you have 2 sets on, you may hear an echo effect as a result.  Satellite signal routing also has a big effect on timing, so every game is probably different than any others.
#3
On/Off Topic Chit-Chat / Getting rid of old latex paint
Friday Nov 08, 2013, 09:26:55 AM
Hardware stores sell dryer stuff to dry out latex paint.
#4
Milwaukee HDTV Equipment / need a new wireless router
Tuesday Oct 29, 2013, 07:20:31 PM
After fooling around with Linksys, and Dlink, I finally went to the Netgear WNR2000.  I am finding excellent coverage around my 2.5 acres, as well as throughout my 1400 square foot 50's ranch.  I think the Netgear unit is a solid performer.
#5
Milwaukee HDTV Technical Issues / Quick question on UHF /VHF
Tuesday Sep 03, 2013, 09:49:51 AM
36-2 is the same programming as 10-1, but not in HD.
#6
Latest News / TWC - DVR Compensation Gone
Sunday Jul 14, 2013, 09:25:01 PM
I hung onto one landline just for backup and fax line usage.  When line quality was so bad my faxes wouldn't go through, and I had to use the Vonage line, and Ma Bell raised the rates, I went to two Vonage lines for a lot less money.  Oh yeah, I now have unlimited LD on both lines, and no per call surcharge.  Bye bye Ma Bell.  My calls are clear and loud now.  The hand writing is on the wall for her!
#7
LED TV's are pretty good. I would compare TV's at various stores. View both LCD and Plasma, then make your choice. I would stay with major brands.
#8
Latest News / World's First 4K TV Channel Goes Live
Friday Mar 01, 2013, 04:46:18 PM
I do not really think 4K will become a hot selling product for a long time.  Most people do not have giant TV screens, and many of those do not have sufficient eyesight to even care, even if they know what to look for.

Material won't be produced in any quantity soon because most production houses are still trying to amortize their investments in HDTV cameras and production switchers, routers and recording equipment.

If it wasn't for the FCC canning the NTSC format, a lot of people would still be using their old TV's (Many probably are even now with a converter box).

I think 4K will end up with Quadrophonic FM, Stereo AM, and 3D TV as good ideas that never gained great market share.

Years ago, when I told my boss how I was able to hear our radio station all the way into Ohio, he said "So what? I can't sell a thing there!"

It's the market that drives the development engine.  Without a real need, I think 4K will have a huge struggle to succeed.
#9
On/Off Topic Chit-Chat / Madison antenna placement site
Monday Oct 22, 2012, 12:11:21 PM
You can also try TVFool.COM.  That site will give you the distance, direction, and projected signal strength based on your antenna height etc.

It's been my experience that signal levels given on that site will provide good reception with any readings better than -70, or so.  Now that is subjective, and factors such as your antenna placement, gain, amplifiers, and feedline loss will have a bearing on reception.

It's best if you know your coordinates for the best results.  You also may find some new stations that you may be able to receive.
#10
Milwaukee HDTV Programming / New Set Coming for TMJ4
Monday Aug 13, 2012, 07:19:49 PM
Ugg!  I had a negative reaction to the new appearance!  Thank goodness it's only temporary.
#11
Milwaukee HDTV Programming / RCA Dish
Saturday Aug 11, 2012, 01:35:16 PM
Quote from: Tivoman44;58775Thank you for the information.

Regarding local channels, does that cost extra?  I see no reason for Dish/Direct TV to provide them for me because I would have my antenna as a back up to begin with.
Well,  Since I have a great local signal, I thought it would be cheaper to drop the local channels because they cost $5.99 per month.  Guess what?  I no longer received the local channels on the guide, and therefore the programs that I wanted to record from local TV weren't found!  With the local channel option turned on, I get program information if the Dish carries the local, but it just says digital service for any of the channels not carried by them.  You can view and record those, but it can be confusing.  I think it's the same with DirecTv.

I used to be in business as a part time DirecTv provider, and was fired because I didn't sell enough dishes.:blush:  Maybe that's why I have Dish.
#12
Milwaukee HDTV Programming / RCA Dish
Saturday Aug 11, 2012, 10:28:22 AM
Quote from: Tivoman44;58772I have an RCA dish on my house. It appears that the house is wired for it and the only thing missing are activated DVR boxes for it.  Does anyone know if this was Dish or Direct TV?

I have been thinking of getting Direct TV to go with my Tivo/antenna set up.  I was looking at Direct TV's Choice Package and keeping my TWC Road Runner.  Does anyone have Direct TV and is happy/unhappy?  Are there any hidden costs or start up fees?  Based on the price after the rebate and signing up for autopay, it seems to be cheaper than when I had TWC with my cable cards and tuning adaptor.
Without knowing more about the dish you have, it's hard to guess it's purpose.  While it may be an abandoned Dish, or DirecTv antenna, like Ponies said, it may have been used for a free to air satellite service.  A suitable digital receiver was probably used to pick up specialty programming, IE foreign language, religious, or even PBS!

If you decide to go to a satellite service, they will come out, and install the dish for you.  It probably will be able to receive more than one satellite, especially if you want local channels, or HD.

With that said, I have been happy with Dish Network for some time now.  Their receivers and DVR's allow your own antenna connection, and list the programs in their guide if you also receive the local channels from them.  In the event of a rare satellite loss of signal due to heavy weather, simply switch up to your own antenna feed and continue watching, if you were on a local channel.

I have two Dish DVR's, Roadrunner for Internet, and Vonage for the telephone.  I am very happy with my arrangement.  When I read about TW problems on this forum, I wonder how I would fare with cable TV.
#13
Milwaukee HDTV Technical Issues / New Transmitting Antenna ?
Monday Jun 11, 2012, 11:12:20 AM
Quote from: techboy;58541I have noticed that a new TV transmitting antenna is being hung on the west
bridge of the super tower in Milwaukee.  Anybody know who it belongs to?

The antenna may be the either the new antenna for Ch. 10 (8), or Ch. 36 (35).  Last fall the antennas for 10 & 36 on the Ch. 18 tower were upgraded, and a feed line was run from the American Tower building.  If this is what I think it is, Ch. 10 and/or Ch. 36 are operating on the Ch. 18 tower backup, using the new feed line and antennas, permitting the changeover on the American tower.

The planned two new antennas are circular polarized, and ought to improve signal quality all around.  This project has been in the works for over a year.
#14
Milwaukee HDTV Technical Issues / New Transmitting Antenna ?
Monday Jun 11, 2012, 11:09:38 AM
Quote from: techboy;58541I have noticed that a new TV transmitting antenna is being hung on the west
bridge of the super tower in Milwaukee.  Anybody know who it belongs to?

The antenna may be the either the new antenna for Ch. 10 (8), or Ch. 36 (35).  Last fall the antennas for 10 & 36 on the Ch. 18 tower were upgraded, and a feed line was run from the American Tower building.  If this is what I think it is, Ch. 10 and/or Ch. 36 are operating on the Ch. 18 tower backup, using the new feed line and antennas.

The planned two new antennas are circular polarized, and ought to improve signal quality all around.  This project has been in the works for over a year.
#15
Milwaukee HDTV Technical Issues / TMJ$ OTA signal
Tuesday May 29, 2012, 01:59:16 PM
Are you losing signal on the VIP722 feed from the satellite on Ch. 4?  Or are you losing the signal from an off the air antenna?  I also have the VIP722, and see no problems with off the air, or from the satellite.

If it's from the off the air antenna, one thing it might be is multipath, causing the figure of merit (No, it's not a signal strength measurement.) to go down because of reflections, tree leaves, or even a new construction somewhere.

I had a similar problem with Ch. 4, off the air, and attenuating the antenna signal improved the reception to where there is no more problem here.  Attenuation reduced the direct signal a bit, but caused the interfering signals to reduce exponentially, eliminating the problem.

If your problem is from the satellite feed, that's a problem for Dish Network.