The FCC Media Bureau is seeking...
The FCC Media Bureau is seeking comment on EchoStar’s request for a waiver of the commission’s analog tuner requirements for the Channel Master K77, an HD Internet-enabled DVR that combines “access to broadcast programming with over-the-top and DVR functionalities,” said…
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a public notice Wednesday (http://bit.ly/15fS9iu). EchoStar said the weight and cost of the device would be increased by having to build in an analog tuner, and its customers will still have access to broadcast TV through their TVs, the notice said. Unlike Samsung in its recent analog tuner waiver request (CD June 24 p17), EchoStar “did not voluntarily commit to educating consumers about the functionality of the K77 devices” when it comes to broadcast TV, the notice said. “We seek comment on whether EchoStar should be required to undertake similar consumer education efforts as a condition of any potential waiver relief.” Comments are due July 30, replies Aug. 9.