Michigan Tech owns and operates a Multichannel Video Programming
Distribution (MVPD) system known as MTU Cable. The system is registered
with the Federal Communications Commission, and assigned NCID: MIA060.
The system delivers broadcast, movie, information, international, sports,
music, and entertainment channels throughout the campus residential
community. The system consists of satellite receivers, cable television
modulators, and an extensive distribution network. Basic cable service is
provided to over 1300 locations on campus with many subscribing to the
premium movie channels.
Michigan Tech also owns and operates a private two-way video network know
as Campus Wideband. The network is used for the distribution of video
conferencing and distance learning content. As a result of interconnection
to all campus video conferencing and television studios, the system has
multiple active channels. |
