HDTV

Georgia Tech Housing is evaluating adding a limited number of HDTV channels to the GTCN channel line-up. The HDTV project is a result of work by GTCN, OIT and ResNet. Currently four HDTV channels are broadcast on HDTV cable channel 95 and 96 using QAM 256 encoding. QAM 256 allows multiple channels within a single channel. Channels 95 and 96 both have 2 broadcast channels within the single channel slot. Although we do not recommend any single HDTV tuner, we do recommend that those students obtaining HDTV tuners ensure that they support QAM 64 and QAM 256. ResNet has found that the Samsung SIR-T351 works well. We have found that residents living on West Campus, especially those in ULC, Woodruff, 6th St and Maulding, are unable to tune any or all of the digital channels due to interference from WREK radio transmitter. As we look towards offering a production digital TV in the future, we will plan not to use channels 95, 96 and 68 (due to TBS).

CNET HDTV Listing

Support
Call the ResNet office at 404.894.0044, submit a Help Request, or email us at support[at]resnet.gatech.edu.