DTV-Standard Def

derh20 wrote:
I read on a post that DTV is going to be dropping standard def. We have a King Quest antena which only support standard def. Does anyone know anything about this as I would need to change antenas if true?

Some clarification through the muddled answers. The answer is currently unknown, but if you are using a dome with the DTV service there is a real possibility that your dome will no longer be able to receive the full spectrum of DTV programming when the SD services end. First, "when" is the big question but DTV has reported ending the service in 2019 but it has been rumored for years. The real question is if they do end SD what "exactly" will they be broadcasting from the 1 KU band satellite at 101 that the dome antennas can receive. Unfortunately, there is not even a rumor as to what this will be.
If you already have the equipment and you are already a DTV customer I would not sweat if for now as it could be over a year away before anything happens. When it does, it will only take you a few days to get setup with the new equipment or change your service provider to DISH. In the meantime, relax and enjoy your camping!