Fear Not VOD » free to air http://www.fearnotvod.com Video on demand (VOD) or Audio video on demand (AVOD) systems allow users to select and watch/listen to video or audio content on demand. Sun, 07 Mar 2010 20:20:03 +0000 http://wordpress.org/?v=2.9.2 en hourly 1 Unlimited FTA: Free TV Programming http://www.fearnotvod.com/2009/05/unlimited-fta-free-tv-programming/ http://www.fearnotvod.com/2009/05/unlimited-fta-free-tv-programming/#comments Sat, 30 May 2009 14:16:58 +0000 Jlewis http://www.fearnotvod.com/?p=274 Satellite TV

Once in a while a deal comes along that really is as good as it sounds. While many satellite television companies offer really good promotions from time to time, FTA is honestly as good as it gets if you are a television lover. FTA is the abbreviation for the phrase “Free to Air,” which refers to unencrypted digital or analog signals freely available to anyone with the proper equipment. FTA systems are specifically designed to receive unencrypted signals broadcast from all over the world. With no contracts, no program packages, and no subscription to pay each month, FTA makes free viewing a reality. Unencrypted signals are not restricted so FTA users are able to view all programming without limitation.

The main factor that enables FTA is that all around the globe there are signals broadcast by TV and radio stations in unencrypted format. The unencrypted signals are received by satellites floating around in space and rebroadcast over North America where they may be picked up for free by anyone with FTA satellite systems. Pay per view satellite services use encrypted signals to control access to their programming. You pay them to decode their signals so you may view their programs. Stations that broadcast unencrypted signals do so intentionally to spread information, an ideology or for entertainment.

Since FTA signals are generated world wide, many of the available channels are foreign language programming. To date there are over 40 languages found on FTA. For those who enjoy foreign language channels, FTA is the optimum source. English language programming is abundant and represents a wide cross section of interests such as PBS, local channels from the US, UK and Australia, politics and religion as well as entertainment.

Your FTA system will not cost you a small fortune, FTA systems are very affordable. There are two types of systems and the type you choose is dependant on your viewing plans. It is recommended that before you decide which type system to buy, you go online and research FTA websites to review the satellite lists. A complete satellite list will include the channels each satellite provides. This information will help you determine whether you intend to watch mainly one satellite’s programming or whether you will be watching more than one satellite.

If you determine that you will be watching mainly one satellite, a stationary system would be appropriate for you. For only $130 a high quality, state of the art, complete, ready to install system can be yours. A complete system includes the receiver, dish and all hardware necessary to get your system set up.

For those who prefer to watch programming from multiple satellites a motorized or rotor system will be required. Motorized systems enable the user to switch between satellites with a touch of the remote control. A simple, high quality, ready to install motorized system will cost upwards of $150. For the very high end motorized systems you could pay as much as $450. These powerful systems are WiFi ready and include an Ethernet port for Internet access.

FTA really is as good as it sounds. Don’t miss out; get your system and enjoy unlimited viewing from all over the world today.

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