OK, be pessimistic. I understand. But the fact remains that if the signal is available as a digital 4DTV type signal for cable companies then why would they discontinue selling it to the C Band customers who have 4DTV? They get close to $200 annually for the Starz digital package. Cable companies were not mentioned either but I would bet that they will continue to receive Starz for their subscribers. Starz switching to megapipe would be the end of Starz for 4DTV, not just ending the analog. They have not announced any switchover with their digital signals. ----- Original Message ----- From: "Jeff Wildman" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: <[email protected]> Sent: Wednesday, August 03, 2005 6:20 AM Subject: Re: [TVRO] Starz to End C-Band Broadcasts
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