DirecTV, now offers local programming in HD to subscribers of Marquette, Michigan for the first time. Seven Local stations are available through the satellite TV throughout the Market Area that includes three networks in HD.
WBUP/ABC, WJMN/CBS, WLUC/NBC, FOX, WBKP/CW, WNMU/PBS, WNMU2/PBS and WZMQ/MNT are the seven local channels available to Marquette subscribers. Subscribers can enjoy WBUP/ABC, WJMN/CBS and WLUC/NBC in HD and FOX, WBKP/CW, WNMU/PBS, WNMU2/PBS and WZMQ/MNT in Standard definition.
With the launch of local in Marquette, DirecTV also provides a special offer to subscribers those who are upgrading their equipment. When subscribers upgrade their equipment they will get the first receiver for free of cost and all additional receivers for $49 only along with free standard professional installation.
Subscribers need to call 1-800- DIRECTV or to visit www.directv.com to upgrade their equipment.
With the launch of locals in Marquette Market, DirecTV is now offering local channels in both HD and Standard definition in 155 markets that represents more than 94 percent of U.S TV households. DirecTV will offer local HD channels in 136 markets with more than 92 percent of U.S TV households.
Larry Hunter, the President and CEO of DirecTV said, “We appreciate the leadership and support of Congressman Bart Stupak in our effort to launch local channels in the Marquette market”. He also added, “Local channels carry essential programming and consumers depend on them for critical news and weather information along with entertainment, and now for the first time they are available via DIRECTV with three networks in crystal clear HD”.
Subscribers should possess H20, H21 or H23 receiver, or an HR20, HR21 or HR23 DIRECTV Plus HD-DVR and a Ka/Ku band dish to receive DIRECTV’s local HD programming. Subscribers can get more information on DirecTV programming package pricing and receiving equipment at www.directv.com.
Dated: November 11, 2009
Source: http://www.dbstalk.com/showthread.php?t=168105