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Re: Image quality and Directv

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It's not your satellite box, it's not your cables....it's Directv's fault. On many channels, but not all, excessive compression is used. As more and more channels are added, bandwidth becomes a more precious commodity. I'm told that Echostar is somewhat better in this regard.
Also, some channels use filters to make certain personalities look less aged. CBS and NBC use this on their national news broadcasts so that Dan Rather and Tom Brogaw look a little smoother, less wrinkled... really! Look for yourself and you'll see when they switch from the studio to a live field report.
Premium channels like HBO, etc. use little or none. Why? Because you're paying extra for them and they know viewers will be more critical.
What to do? Complain, and keep complaining.


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