subject: Why Satellite Tv Scores Over Cable Tv [print this page] Television networks existed way back in the 1940s. It is only in the mid 1970 that cable programming was introduced in the United States. It was a general concept that nobody would pay for what is free. But the people proved it wrong when thy started subscribing to the cable programming. In the 1990s the transmitting of signals by the communication satellite could be sent directly to the home of the customer without the involvement of any third party. This was the introduction of satellite TV as we know it today.
From the time of its introduction, there have been discussions, debates and arguments on which form of television broadcasting is the best. Many people have many opinions, but there is some hint of what people prefer if we look at the market today. More and more consumers are lining up for subscribing to the deals offered by the satellite TV providers. There must be some advantages which are not present in the cable television that are making people turn to providers of the satellite TV. Lets try to jot down the main points when we compare cable TV with DISH Network.
Technology
Both cable and satellite TV used the signals from the communication satellites to broadcast the channels. While cable companies use terrestrial methods like wiring to send the signals to its customers, satellite TV can send the signal directly to the home of the customer through wireless ways. This enables satellite TV to cover almost all corners of the world, even places devoid of any physical connectivity. Absence of wires and cables also ensures restriction free service which is not restricted by digging, damage, breakage etc.
The signal offered by cable companies used to be analog, though some of them have upgraded to digital. The strength of analog signals is generally weak and the image quality suffers due to it. Satellite TV offers fully digital programming which means better reception and crystal clear images. One can even avail the opportunity of watching high definition programming and even 3D content on their TV through the satellite TV providers. Some providers like the Dish TV has tied up with the internet giant Google to provide its customers with the rare experience of combining television with the World Wide Web.
Prices
Cable companies have to pay the local government and the local expenses like the broadcasting fees. This normally means a higher cost for the cable companies which in turn are levied on their customers. The cable network uses miles and miles of underground cables and this generally keeps the maintenance cost high. It is even expensive for the cable companies to change all those outdated lines if they plan to upgrade their technology to digital format.
Cable has a low end initial cost but satellite TV providers offer over 50 channels for as less as 20 $ per month. It will result in a huge monthly bill for the subscriber if he wishes to sign up for more channels.
