NHPTV Channel 49 Transmitter Outage Expected

Grace Lessner
Manager of Communications

(603) 868-4328

(603) 868-4334

NHPTV Channel 49 Transmitter Outage Expected

Viewers May Experience Temporary Interruptions in Service During Installation

(DURHAM – September 30, 2009) - New Hampshire Public Television viewers in the Keene area who receive NHPTV via Channel 49 will experience a prolonged outage on or about October 5th or 6th (weather permitting) while a back-up generator is installed at the Walpole transmitter site. Plans to install the generator this week were postponed due to inclement weather. Antenna and cable service will be affected during the installation. It is possible that viewers may experience other, intermittent outages a day or two after the installation.

Viewers in the Keene area are advised to check NHPTV’s website www.nhptv.org for updates on the installation, e-mail inquiries to themailbox@nhptv.org, or to call Viewer Services at (603) 868-1100.

"We regret any inconvenience to our viewers and will perform the installation as quickly as possible to reduce the impact on our viewers," said Brian Shepperd, NHPTV Chief Technology Officer.

About New Hampshire Public Television: NHPTV engages minds, connects communities, and celebrates New Hampshire with programs that entertain, educate and enrich. Beyond its award-winning local and national television programs, New Hampshire Public Television is a leader in education and community outreach. NHPTV provides instructional services for 206,000 students from kindergarten through high school; offers Ready to Learn programs and services for children preschool to age 8, parents, and early education professionals; and provides professional development programs and advanced technology training for educators in New Hampshire and neighboring states.

Visit the NHPTV PRESSROOM at www.nhptv.org/pressroom
Phone (603) 868-1100 • Fax (603) 868-7552

Digital channel 11 Durham, 48 Littleton, 49 Keene, 50 Hanover
Analog channel 26 Colebrook

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