Distant Networks Question

[311Man]

I presently have Distant Networks with D* since I am grandfathered prior to the local channel build out. The question I have is if I were to upgrade to an HD receiver would that open the door for the possibly to lose those channels. I am aware I would probably not receive the HD Distants but want to make sure I don't lose what I have now since my locals are now available.

 

[FavreJL04]

I wouldn't think any programming would change unless you altered what is there now. Also a move would trigger a change. Don't quote me though, but I wouldn't see a new receiver as causing a loss of DNS.

 

[grydlok]

I presently have Distant Networks with D* since I am grandfathered prior to the local channel build out. The question I have is if I were to upgrade to an HD receiver would that open the door for the possibly to lose those channels. I am aware I would probably not receive the HD Distants but want to make sure I don't lose what I have now since my locals are now available.

As long as you don't remove them from your account.

 

[scotsmanron]

I know a move doesn't always do it either. I moved and they let me keep mine. Of course I only moved four miles, but still....

I've changed packages several times and still keep my distant channels.

 

[311Man]

If you are receiving distance networks in SD will you automatically receive the HD versions if you upgrade to HD receiver?

 

[Bob Nielsen]

If you are receiving distance networks in SD will you automatically receive the HD versions if you upgrade to HD receiver?

No, you will need to requalify.

 

[311Man]

So if you are "grandfathered" via the SHVIA and live in an area that is now locally served you probably have no chance of getting distance networks in HD.

 

[twaller]

No, you will need to requalify.

Not true in my case. I had grandfathered distants, and in Oct. of 2004 when I got a HD receiver, the HD distants were automatically provided. I still have them.

Has it changed since 2004?