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CET, Cincinnati public television, is now broadcasting a digital signal only.

If you no longer see CET -- or any other public television station -- it means that you need a digital TV or a converter box to be able to receive the digital signal on your television. If you have any questions about the converter box or the digital transition, CET has prepared this page to help.

> Is it really Digital?: Just plugging in a new ''digital'' television set does not always mean you'll be receiving a digital signal! Check the manual to discover how to set up your television to receive a digital signal.

> Antenna: A strong antenna is more important than ever! There are two websites that can help with antenna issues: AntennaWeb.org and TVFool.com.

> Re-scan: Go through the re-scan function on the your digital television or digital converter box. This will help the unit "load" the channels that can be received in your broadcast area. While CET and ThinkTV 14 should remain the same, you will need to re-scan in order to sese ThnkTV channel 16 over the air.

> Click here to download the Digital TV Guide "10 Things You Should Know About the Switch to Digital TV."

> Download the free guide ''Recording Digital Channels Using an Analog VCR''.

> Contact Us! Call us at 513-345-6512 or send an email with your questions to techinfo@cetconnect.org

DTV Converter Coupon > The TV Converter Box Coupon Program is taking applications by phone (1-888-388-2009) and online (click here). The coupons are free, and will be available while supplies last. The Coupon Program will also serve anyone whose coupon expired before they were able to get a converter.

> Visit the FCC's website ''What You Need to Know About the Digital TV Transition''.
The Future of Television is Digital!

By June 12, all television stations in the United States will be broadcasting only digital signals. The entire world is converting to digital, to provide higher quality pictures and sound, and to make more efficient use of the available electronic spectrum.

Click here to access the CET broadcast schedule.

Enhanced TV

Since digital broadcasting converts images and sound to computer-friendly bits and bytes, it can be used to distribute data at high speed. We are developing services for schools and the general public that will allow us to send additional information in the form of text, photos and video to computers and hand held mobile devices.

Imagine!

With your support, CET has become a leader in providing education through video and the Internet. Our digital conversion significantly expands capability:

  • Create is the best of PBS education and "how to" programs and is available 24/7. We are exploring opportunties to expand our telecourse delivery, providing courses from the University of Cincinnati or Cincinnati State complete with readings and notes distributed electronically.
  • Professional development opportunities for teachers and business executives are being developed.
Ohio's First Digital Public Television Station

On December 4, 2002, CET, the country's first licensed public television station launched its digital signal, making it the first public television station in the state to begin broadcasting in digital.

First Broadcast Station in Cincinnati to Provide 24/7 HD Service

CET, Greater Cincinnati’s public television station, expanded its high definition service (HD) to 24/7 as of October 1st, 2005, becoming the first local broadcast station to provide such an extensive service.

The Carol Ann and Ralph V. Haile, Jr. US Bank Foundation
Download the free guide: "Recording Digital Channels Using an Analog VCR"

Download the Digital TV Guide "10 Things You Should Know About the Switch to Digital TV."
DTV Consumer Education Quarterly Activity Report

As mandated by the Federal Communications Commission, television broadcasters must certify to activities they undertake in order to educate consumers about the "digital transition" -- the switch from analog to digital television broadcast transmission. The form we provide the FCC with that information is also required to be posted on our website, CETconnect.

FCC Form 388 for period ending March 31, 2009
FCC Form 388 for period ending December 31, 2008
FCC Form 388 for period ending September 30, 2008
FCC Form 388 for period ending June 30, 2008
FCC Form 388 for period ending March 31, 2008