What does the * (asterisk) in the DTV column stand for?
The asterisk in the Digital column indicates that the station is broadcasting a digital TV signal. Digital Television (DTV) is a new broadcasting technology that will transform your television viewing experience. DTV enables broadcasters to offer television with movie-quality picture and sound. It can also offer multiple programming choices and interactive capabilities. In order to receive and watch the digital programming you must have an integrated digital TV or a digital TV and a digital set top box. If the station is already broadcasting in digital, the Live Date column will be blank. If the station is not broadcasting digitally yet, a date when the station is projected to go live is shown in the Live Date column.