Question on ATSC 3.0

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I keep reading posts about ATSC 3.0 being far more efficient for cord cutters who stream. No need for transcoding etc.

I really don’t understand what it is and what it means for someone who uses a Tablo. Can someone explain? Once ATSC 3.0 is fully implemented would it mean it would automatically work with a Tablo I bought today? Or would it be updated with firmware? or would I be forced to purchase updated hardware?

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@SJMaye Literally working on a blog post about this right now!

I’ll post the link when it’s up :slight_smile:

The TL:DR is that ATSC 3.0 is still a long ways out (like 2020 at least) but it will require new hardware.

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Or even more to the point, new tuners (that includes that shiny 100" OLED 8K TV you mortgaged your house to get).

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Exactly what I needed to know. So, if I purchase a Tablo I am at least OK until 2020. Thank you.

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As promised!

https://www.tablotv.com/blog/what-cord-cutters-need-know-about-atsc-3/

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