Technologie i telekomunikacja · 2.01.2009
Replacement Digital Television Translator Service
In this document, the Commission proposes and seeks comment on rules that would create a new "replacement" digital television translator service. The new replacement digital television translator service will permit full-service television stations to continue to provide service to viewers within their coverage area who have lost service as a result of those stations' digital transition. We seek comment on how to implement this new service and tentatively conclude that it should be subject to all other rules for television translators with respect to secondary frequency use, filing and processing of applications, construction, and operation. Finally, we announce interim filing procedures to begin acceptance of applications for replacement translators and the authorization of temporary facilities.