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The Ben Pierce Co. LLCThe Ben Pierce Co. LLC

“Internet and HDTV Where You Are”

The Ben Pierce Co LLC


The Ben Pierce Co. LLCThe Ben Pierce Co. LLC

Ben PierceBen Pierce

• Television & Communications fields since 1959

• Certified Motosat Datastorm Dealer/Installer

• Certified HughesNet Satellite Installer

• Full-time RV’r since 1995

• 7 years RV Satellite & Solar system experience


TV & Internet In Your RVTV & Internet In Your RV

• Digital TV Conversion

• SDTV (Standard Definition Digital TV)

• HDTV (High Definition Digital TV)

• Internet Access


Digital TVDigital TV

What is Digital TV?What is Digital TV?Digital television (DTV) is an innovative type of broadcasting technology that enables a dramatically clearer picture and better sound quality by sending and receiving moving images and sound by digital signals (1’s & 0’s), in contrast to the current analog signals.

Digital television supports many different picture formats defined by the combination of size, aspect ratio, (height-to-width ratio) interlaced and progressive.

With terrestrial broadcasting in the USA, the range of formats can be coarsely divided into two categories: HDTV and SDTV. It should be noted that theseterms by themselves are not very precise, and many subtle intermediate cases exist.


Analog vs. DigitalAnalog vs. Digital

Receiving analog (NTSC) TV was pretty simple. The intensity of the analog RF signal determines how clean your picture is – stronger signals mean less snow and noise on the audio. The amplitude of the signal determines the luminance of the picture, and the 3.58 MHzchrominance subcarrier provides color and sync information.

Digital is completely different. Once your DTV receiver acquires a digital TV signal, it is demodulated into a stream of MPEG data packets. These packets contain video, audio, clock, and MPEG program data. Ancillary data known as PSIP (Program and System Information Protocol) provides additional information on the TV stations virtual channel, time and date, program rating, programformat (SD or HD), program guide information, and audio formats.


Digital SD TVDigital SD TV

Advantages of Digital SDTV:Advantages of Digital SDTV:

• Better Picture

• Better Sound

• More Channels

• More programs on each channel

No More Analog TV ! after 6/12/2009 No More Analog TV ! after 6/12/2009


SDTVSDTV

SDTV = Standard Definition Digital TV

Standard definition TV (SDTV) is much like current analog TV with a 4:3 aspect ratio, and a 480i scan.

aspect ratio


Digital SD TV NowDigital SD TV Now


Digital TV ConversionDigital TV Conversion


Converter Not RequiredConverter Not Required

• Satellite TV Receiver (DirecTV, Dish, Bell, etc.)

• Newer TV(s) with built-in Digital Tuner

• Analog Park Cable TV System

• DVD or VCR player with a Digital Tuner


Selecting A ConverterSelecting A Converter

Converters with Converters with ““PassPass--ThroughThrough”” best for RV usebest for RV use

Examples:Examples:Apex DT Artec T3AP ProDigital Stream DSP7700T Digital Stream DTX9950 (RS)Dish Networks DTV Pal Dish Networks TR-40CRAGE 23333 Insignia NS-DXA1-APTMagnavox TB100 MG9 (Sears) Memorex MVCB1000Philco TB1000HH9 RCA DTA800B1Sunkey SK-801ATSC Venturer STB7766G1 Winegard RC-DT09A Zenith DTT901Zinwell ZAT-970A

Some units listed may not be eligible for the rebate coupon program


Installing Your ConverterInstalling Your Converter

Pick a Location:Pick a Location:

• Consider access to existing TV(s) and cables

• AC Power outlet required

• Converter visible for remote control

• Avoid areas of excessive heat

• Note: Your existing OTA antenna will be sufficient


RV TV Cable ConfigurationsRV TV Cable ConfigurationsExisting Analog Existing Analog ““Method AMethod A””

Park Cable

Roof Antenna

TV 1

Booster

PushOn/Off

Power Indicator

DC OutletTV 2/VCR

Ant

Cable


Method Method ‘‘AA’’ Digital (One TV)Digital (One TV)

Park Cable

Roof Antenna

TV 1

Booster

PushOn/Off

Power Indicator

DC Outlet

RV TV Cable ConfigurationsRV TV Cable Configurations

TV 2/VCR

Ant

Cable


RV TV Cable ConfigurationsRV TV Cable ConfigurationsMethod Method ‘‘AA’’ Digital (Two TVs) Digital (Two TVs) (Same Program)(Same Program)

Park Cable

Roof Antenna

TV 1

Booster

PushOn/Off

Power Indicator

DC OutletSplitter

TV 2/VCR

Cable

Ant


RV TV Cable ConfigurationsRV TV Cable ConfigurationsMethod Method ‘‘AA’’ Digital (Two TVs) Digital (Two TVs) (Different Programs)(Different Programs)

Park Cable

Roof Antenna

TV 1

Booster

PushOn/Off

Power IndicatorDC Outlet

TV 2/VCR

Ant

Cable


Existing Analog Method Existing Analog Method ““BB””

Park Cable

BoosterSplitter

PushOn/Off

Power Indicator

Roof Antenna

TV 1


TV 2/VCR

Cable

Ant


RV TV Cable ConfigurationsRV TV Cable ConfigurationsMethod Method ‘‘BB’’ Digital (Two TVs) Digital (Two TVs) (Same Program)(Same Program)

Park Cable

Roof Antenna

TV 1

TV 2/VCR

Booster

PushOn/Off

Power Indicator Splitter

Ant

Cable


RV TV Cable ConfigurationsRV TV Cable ConfigurationsMethod Method ‘‘BB’’ Digital (Two TVs) Digital (Two TVs) (Different Program)(Different Program)

Park Cable

Roof Antenna

TV 1

Booster

PushOn/Off

Power Indicator

Splitter

TV 2/VCR

Ant

Cable


Existing Analog Method Existing Analog Method ““CC””

Park Cable

Booster

PushOn/Off

Power Indicator

Roof Antenna

TV 1

TV 2


Ant

Cable

Selector Switch


Completing the InstallCompleting the Install

• Power on the converter

• Access the converter menu tree

• Select the output channel (setup or switch)

• Select the output format for your TV (4:3, 16:9)

• Raise the rooftop antenna – Turn booster ON

• Point the antenna toward the TV transmitter location

• Scan for channels

• Select a working channel – Peak for maximum signal (converter menu)

• Scan again


Where is the Transmitter?Where is the Transmitter?

New Campground?New Campground?

Access the Internet from your RV, or before you leave home, and find the channels & transmitter locations.

Browse to:

www.fcc.gov/mb/engineering/maps/Enter the city, state or zip in the search box.

Then use a compass to point the antenna


Batwing Direction?Batwing Direction?

Front

FrontToward Station


Find Available ChannelsFind Available Channels


Direction & DetailsDirection & Details


Picture FormatsPicture Formats

4:3 (Most analog TVs)

16:9 (Some “Digital Ready” TVs)

Letterbox

Border Color:BlackGrayWhite

16:9 format4:3 TV

Window Box4:3 format16:9 TV

Zoom


Digital TV QuirksDigital TV Quirks

The Digital CliffThe Digital Cliff

No Signal

Pixelated

Analog DigitalWith Digital TV, as the received signal get weaker, the picture and sound will remain unchanged, then it will “fall off the cliff”. No picture, no sound.


Digital TV QuirksDigital TV Quirks

Analog World:Analog World:• Channel 4 was always RF channel 4

• Raise the antenna, (scan) then adjust pointing for best picture

Digital World:Digital World:• Indicated channel and actual RF channel will rarely match. e.g.

• Location 1 – Channel 4 (PSIP*) may be RF channel 19

• Location 2 – Channel 4 (PSIP) may be RF channel 10

• Point antenna as accurately as possible toward transmitter – Then scan for channels – Then peak signal –Scan again. *PSIP=Program & System Information Protocol


HDTVHDTV

HDTV = High Definition Television

Defined as having: 720 active lines or higher (720i, 720p, 1080i, 1080p)

A Digital TV Converter does not deliver HDTV

For HDTV you need:

HDTV Converter Box and a HD (High Definition) Ready TV Set

Newer TV set that lists HD as a feature

There is no Analog HDTV


HDTVHDTV

Interlaced ( xxxi)

Standard definition TV (SDTV) = 4:3 aspect ratio, and a 480i scan.

High Definition TV (HDTV) The best quality digital picture, 16x9, widescreen display with at least 720 progressively scanned lines(720p) or 1080 interlaced lines (1080i ...

Progressive (xxxp)vs


HDTVHDTV

High Definition Standard Definition


SDTV by SatelliteSDTV by Satellite

SD Satellite Receivers

Uses 1 or 2 Satellites

Antenna

TV


HDTV Satellite ReceiversHDTV Satellite Receivers

HDMIComponentVideo

No RF OutputOr

Antenna Pass-through

Uses 2, 3, or 5 Satellites


Satellite TV AntennasSatellite TV Antennas

SDTVSDTV

HDTVController


Internet AccessInternet Access

Now:

Dial-up

Internet Cafe

HotspotsWiredWireless

Cellular Broadband

Satellite

Future:

WiMAX

??


DialDial--upup

Pros:Pros:

• Little up-front cost

• Least expensive

• Relatively easy setup

• Relatively secure

• Modems are ubiquitous

Cons:Cons:

• Fewer sites with a telephone line

• Finding a local access number

• Slowest speed

• May require connecting outside your rig

• May have time-on-line limits


Internet CafeInternet Cafe

Cons:Cons:

• Many are fee for service

• May involve using a shared computer or packing yours with you.

• Relatively insecure

• Wireless setup knowledge sometimes required

Pros:Pros:

• Sometimes free

• You like the coffee!


WiWi--Fi HotspotsFi Hotspots

Pros:Pros:

• Little up-front cost

• Sometimes free access

• Access from your rig sometimes

Cons:Cons:

• Many are fee for service

• Sometimes ot available from all sites

• Relatively insecure

• Wireless setup knowledge often required

• Speeds vary


Cellular BroadbandCellular Broadband

Pros:Pros:

• Moderate up-font costs

• Access from your rig

• Excellent security

Cons:Cons:

• Moderate monthly cost

• Frequently not available at off the beaten path campgrounds.

• Contract usually required

• Monthly data transfer limits (5 Gb / month)

• Speed varies with signal strength


Satellite InternetSatellite Internet

•Pros:

• Access from your rig using the included WiFi hardware.

• Excellent security

• Always on – no setup

• 11Gb+ Monthly data transfer limits

• Speeds up to 1000kBps down – 200kBps up

• Service from anywhere Including Alaska, Canada, Mexico, Parts of Central America

• Annual contract available

Cons:Cons:

• Higher monthly cost

• Higher Up-front cost


Motosat Satellite InternetMotosat Satellite Internet

Complete System

G74 Automatic Mount

Wireless Router

ControllerSatelliteModem


Thanks!Thanks!

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