{"id":26018,"date":"2025-02-01T21:20:15","date_gmt":"2025-02-01T21:20:15","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/ncnguyana.com\/2023\/?p=26018"},"modified":"2025-02-01T21:20:16","modified_gmt":"2025-02-01T21:20:16","slug":"ncn-nears-completion-of-digital-broadcasting-transition","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/ncnguyana.com\/2023\/ncn-nears-completion-of-digital-broadcasting-transition\/","title":{"rendered":"NCN Nears Completion of Digital Broadcasting Transition"},"content":{"rendered":"
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By Delicia Janneire \u2013 December 27, 2024<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The National Communications Network (NCN) is nearing the completion of its transition to digital broadcasting, with infrastructure and transmission upgrades now 80% finished. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

This transition, which has been underway for the past three years, is set to position Guyana as a leader in digital media within the Caribbean.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The project, backed by a significant government investment, aims to bring Guyana’s broadcasting system in line with international standards. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Once fully operational, NCN will offer a new digital broadcast TV service and a dedicated digital sports channel, marking the first commercial digital broadcasting service in the country.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The transition to digital technology is a key milestone for NCN, as it moves away from outdated analog systems. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The analog path has become increasingly challenging and difficult to support, which has made this shift crucial for the continued growth of the network. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

As part of the project, the network has collaborated with neighboring agencies to set up a new 400-foot self-standing tower that will support the expanded services.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The tower, which weighs 89,000 pounds, was designed with necessary safety features due to its proximity to Ogle Airport.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

These features include aviation orange paint and specialized lights and beacons. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The transmission lines are currently being moved from the old tower to the new one during the hours of midnight to 4 a.m., minimizing any disruptions to service.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

NCN\u2019s Technical Manager, Devon Roberts, confirmed that the digital service is expected to be fully operational within five weeks, following a period of testing. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

This transition is expected to bring improved television and radio transmission capabilities across the country, ensuring that NCN can offer modern broadcasting options to its viewers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The move to digital is part of a broader strategy to improve the quality of media in Guyana and to keep up with global trends in broadcasting technology.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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