For most cable channels, this is not a problem. But many of these viewers will be tuned to one of our multicast services. If we switch from multicast to HDTV, their display will not just switch to a different TPT program, it will go blank. High Definition vs multicasting Unlike commercial broadcasters, multicasting is a priority. With multicasting, we can greatly improve our service to adult learners and kids by dedicating a channel to them.
Picture quality is also a high priority.
We have a strong commitment to bring better and more compelling pictures to your home. We want to serve diverse audiences and build the content and success of additional channels. We want to meet the needs of the large audience with the regular digital cable box. We want to meet the needs of those with HDTV displays. Fortunately, there is one thing we can do that has no down-side.