Jul 9, 2009 4:35 pm US/Pacific
Sutro Tower Project To Bring CBS 5 To More Homes
DTV Antenna Moves to Top Position
SAN FRANCISCO (CBS 5) ―
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Some people who have been without the CBS 5 signal since the DTV conversion may soon get the signal back.
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The DTV Transition came and went without major disruptions. But, as expected, there are viewers who can't receive our picture because of a weak signal, or no direct line of sight to Sutro Tower.
"We're working on it," said Chief Engineer Michael Englehaupt. After the switch to DTV, some viewers emailed or called in to our DTV hotline reporting they can't get a picture from Channel 5. That is in part because of the Bay Area's hilly terrain and other obstacles. But, a major construction project on San Francisco's Sutro Tower may fix the problem for many.
Chief Engineer Michael Englehaupt said, "When we move the antennae up 300 feet many if not all who could get us on analog before will be be able to get us on Channel 5 digital."
Currently our digital signal is being transmitted from about a third of the way down the tower. Workers are moving the digital equipment to the spires at the very top. It's a delicate job with a lot of heavy equipment, and potential for short disruptions.
"There will be occasions where we have to move to an auxiliary antenna. Some people who are otherwise receiving us fine may lose the picture, during the day," said Englehaupt. But for many, our digital signal may be stronger and patience will pay off. The project should be finished in September.
It's hard to measure exactly how many viewers are not receiving Channel 5. About 150-200 people contacted 888-5-Helps-U. If you know of anyone having trouble with the CBS5 or CW signal, call that number.
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