About DTV

WMFE currently operates two signals - WMFE -TV Analog Channel 24 and WMFE-DT Digital Channel 24.

The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) requires that WMFE operate Analog Channel 24 simultaneously with Digital Channel 24 until Febuary 17, 2009.

Digital television allows WMFE to telecast in much higher resolution and clarity than standard analog television. With an HDTV receiver, you and other viewers at home, at school or in the workplace can receive high-quality, crystal clear pictures and CD quality surround sound.

One of our new channels. WMFE-HD, offers high definition (HD) programs when available. Perfect for the content of public television, HD offers visually stunning pictures -- with more than twice the resolution and clarity of standard television. Plus, the images are displayed in a wide screen format with a 16 by 9 width to height ratio compared to today's basically square format of 4 by 3 units (the current standard).

Digital technology is transforming your connection to the world. Cell phones and the Internet are just two examples of this revolution in communications.

Now, the language of computer bits and bytes is creating a bold new world of digital television. . .and a bold new vision and opportunity for WMFE!

WMFE uses the benefits of "DTV" -- multiple channels and improved reception -- to continue bringing you and the residents of Central Florida the quality content, educational resources, and child-safe haven of public television, yet with the greater opportunity the technology offers!