directv says "a apopular selection of channels will be on 101. I assume that will include the DNS channels for RVs
They can never get rid of 101. They would have a big issue with people with RV, boats and other automatic setups that would expect Directv to upgrade that type of system.
The most logical thing to do is just move as many HD feeds 99/103 to 101 as possible. Start with the most popular channels and work down from there.
It’s safe to say anyone who can get 99/103 can also get 101
The real question is what are they doing with the spot beam capacity at 101?
Since all the HD locals would be on 99/103 do they shut down the spot beams, and replace with conus beams.
101 is better for the more popular channels anyways. Using a 30 inch slimline dish to pick up what was ment to use an 18 Dish, means less rain face