Does the TracVision M3 support high-definition TV programming?
No, the original TracVision M3 does not support HDTV programming. However, the TracVision M3-DX along with our 18-, 24- and 32-inch antennas all support HDTV. What is the HDTV Tri-Sat AutoSwitch? KVH’s Tri-Sat AutoSwitch allows TracVision owners to receive the limited number of high-definition TV (HDTV) programming available via DIRECTV’s Ku-band satellites as well as switch among as many as three separate satellites using just your remote control. What’s happening with DIRECTV’s HDTV programming? DIRECTV® HDTV Fact vs. Fiction The HDTV universe has been abuzz recently with some changes underway that may affect in-motion, high-definition programming. KVH is happy to help sort out the confusion for vessel and vehicle owners who want their HD and their in-motion access, too. What, exactly, is changing? DIRECTV is expanding its high-definition programming and moving it to newer, higher-capacity satellites that broadcast in a different frequency – Ka-band – and removing it from its current
