[vdr] ATSC Channel providers California

[Simon Baxter]

>> Do any networks or network providers provide free or accessible ATSC
>> channels in the LA area?
>>
>> Is it FTA, or do they require a CI/CAM?
>
> Have a look here:
>
>
> http://www.silicondust.com/support/channels
>
> Once you've selected your zip code, it will tell you what you have via 
> ATSC over the air, and ATSC-Qam through your cable companies.
>
> I have some scripts which use this to build a channels.conf if you'd 
> like..

Thanks Rob

Is there a CI/CAM option with ATSC-QAM cards?  Or are the cable network 
encryption mechanisms proprietary (needing PVR with HDMI to get into VDR)?