HDTV

HDTV The Digital Age
KTBS-3 High Definition Channel can be found at UHF Channel 28 or Digital 3-1.

Click Here for DTV Most Frequently Asked Questions and Answers

DTV Website

Important information:
If station "A" converts to digital-only at 7:30 a.m., station "A" viewers MUST rescan their sets, at that time, in order to continue receiving station "A" programming.
If stations "B", "C", etc elect to shut down their analog signal and go ‘digital-only' at different times during the day on June 12th - viewers/consumers will need to RESCAN their sets each time (or after ALL) stations complete the transition.

 

Installation Assistance

Installation Services
Installs Inc. of LA
716-854-1994

Walk-In Help Center
Goodwill Industries of AR
501-986-8196

Call 3
Call 3 Lines will be open during all newscast on Saturday June 13, 2009

 

Television as we know it is about to change.
By law, television stations nationwide must switch from the old method of transmitting TV signals known as analog to digital television (DTV) on June 12, 2009.

DTV is an innovative new type of broadcasting technology that delivers movie-quality pictures and sound, more channels,
and even high definition television (HDTV) to consumers with HD television sets.
While the benefits of DTV are remarkable, millions of households risk losing television reception unless they take the easy steps to receive a digital signal.
We're here to assist you throughout the entire transition process.

Have questions we’ve got answers.

Digital TV is available right now in the ArkLaTex and it’s free. If you’ve purchased a HDTV, a television with a digital tuner or a DTV converter box you’re just an antenna away from a High Definition picture and Dolby 5.1 audio.

Click here for help selecting and setting up your antenna. DTV & NTSC Antenna Selection and Pointing

 

 

Please call your provider if you are experiencing problems.

SATELLITE

Dish Network
1-888-284-7116

Directv
1-800-494-4388

CABLE

CMA Cable
1-866-754-7871

Cable One Texarkana
(903) 838-2225

Charter Cable
1-877-213-1053

Comcast Cable
(318) 213-4100

Suddenlink Cable
(318) 747-1666

HDTV News

  • Digital transition day has arrived Play Video

    June 12, 2009

    Some Americans are getting nothing but "snow" on their TV screens. That's because analog transmission ended today, replaced by digital transmission. TVs that rely on antennas now require converter boxes. We're on your side and here to support you any way we can.  Stay with KTBS and ktbs.com.  The FCC... more »
  • Get schooled on DTV at the Red River Rumble

    June 5, 2009

    What does the Red River Rumble going on at Festival Plaza in Shreveport this weekend have to do with the DTV transition?  Jose Edwards from the FCC is trying to get the word out to the bikers that time is running out to prepare for the switch from analog to... more »
  • Are you prepared for DTV?

    April 30, 2009

    The transition to digital TV is just weeks away. On June 12th, if you aren't prepared, your television won't work. We are committed to keeping you informed about the transition. The first thing you need to be aware of - not all antennas are created equal. The... more »
  • TV converter box coupons flowing again

    March 5, 2009

    The agency that mails out coupons for digital TV converter boxes has received fresh funding from the economic stimulus program.  It expects to eliminate its coupon wait list in two and a half weeks. The fund that pays for the $40 coupons reached its spending limit in early... more »
  • Congress likely to delay end of analog TV to June

    January 28, 2009

    Forth District Congressman John Fleming is in Washington this morning to vote on whether to  delay of the upcoming shut-down of analog TV or not. The house is expected to vote on the bill later today. If the delay passes then the digital transition will move from February 17 to June 12.... more »
  • Another step closer to DTV delay

    January 26, 2009

    It appears the DTV transition is headed for a delay. Monday evening, the Senate voted to postpone the changeover for four months. What does this delay mean for consumers? It basically gives people at home more time to get ready. One member of the FCC, here in Shreveport, told... more »
  • Obama asks for delay in digital transition

    January 8, 2009

    Will the digital television transition happen on time, or could it be delayed? That answer is the hands of Congress. For months KTBS 3 and KPXJ CW 21 have given you important information about what you need to do to get ready for the switch from analog to digital.... more »
  • Digital TV subsity program running out of money

    January 5, 2009

    WASHINGTON - The Feb. 17 transition from analog to digital television broadcasts looms and as many as 8 million households are still unprepared, but the government program that subsidizes crucial TV converter boxes is about to run out of money. People who still rely on analog TV sets to pick... more »
  • HDTV: The Big Picture

    January 1, 2009

    Watch and learn as Ed Walsh and Rick Rowe show you the ins and outs of HDTV with help from a few special guests. Watch "HDTV: The Big Picture" NOW! more »
  • KTBS & KPXJ improving picture quality

    October 21, 2008

    At 12:01am Wednesday, KTBS and KPXJ will be changing to better serve you by improving your picture quality. We know a growing number of HDTVs are out there and we want you to be able to take advantage of the wider screen format your HDTV provides. ... more »
  • KTBS 3 Sports with Fletch

    January 18, 2008

    January 18th Sportscast more »
  • KPXJ Sports with Fletch

    January 18, 2008

    January 18th Sportscast more »
  • KTBS 3 HDTV The Digital Age E Waste

    January 18, 2008

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  • KTBS 3 HDTV The Digital Age Pt3

    January 18, 2008

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  • KTBS 3 HDTV The Digital Age Pt2

    January 18, 2008

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  • KTBS 3 HDTV The Digital Age Pt1

    January 18, 2008

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  • Helpful links about the transition to DTV

    January 18, 2008

    General Information: dtvanswers.com National Telecommunications & Information Administration National Association of Broadcasters   Get a coupon: dtv2009.gov   Point your antenna: antennaweb.org   Recycle your tv: shreveportgreen.org... more »

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