[EAS] Cable TV Problems

[David Ostmo]

There is no revenue stream associated with cable override, which is one of the reasons why cable override was never designed into the digital cable equipment.  It is a flashpoint issue when cable operators hear a broadcaster call for more rules directed to the cable industry.  I understand their position to a certain extent, no industry wants additional government regulation; however, the issue needs to be addressed because it is in the best public interest.

I am concerned that the issue will not get resolved until there is a federal requirement.  

David Ostmo

On 11/30/2011 12:31 PM, Alex Hartman wrote:

>Burden?

>It's okay to burden everyone *but* them, then?

>It's not a money maker, thus they won't volunteer anything. This is a
>simple "all or nothing" type of deal.

>This is where "standards" versus "best practices" come into play.

>--
>Alex Hartman