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The FCC originally reserved VHF channel 13 in the Dallas-Fort Worth market for commercial broadcasting purposes.
Answer: False
Explanation: The FCC originally reserved VHF channel 13 in the Dallas-Fort Worth market for non-commercial educational use, not commercial broadcasting.
Southern Methodist University was the sole entity to initially apply for channel 13.
Answer: False
Explanation: Southern Methodist University was among the entities that initially applied for channel 13, but the Dallas Independent School District and Area Education Television Foundation, Inc. also applied and were ultimately awarded the license.
Initial programming plans for KERA-TV included Spanish-language instructional content for elementary students.
Answer: True
Explanation: Initial programming plans for KERA-TV included Spanish-language instructional content targeted at elementary school students.
The Area Education Television Foundation faced financial difficulties, falling short of its fundraising target by approximately $265,000 for its initial two years.
Answer: True
Explanation: The Area Education Television Foundation did face financial challenges, falling short of its fundraising target by approximately $265,000 for its initial two years of operation.
KERA-TV's original broadcast facilities were located in a permanent building in downtown Dallas.
Answer: False
Explanation: KERA-TV's original broadcast facilities were located in temporary studio facilities at the Davis Building in downtown Dallas, utilizing two portable buildings.
KERA-TV officially began broadcasting on September 11, 1960.
Answer: True
Explanation: KERA-TV officially commenced broadcasting operations on September 11, 1960.
KERA-TV's initial network affiliation was with PBS.
Answer: False
Explanation: KERA-TV's initial network affiliation was with National Educational Television (NET), the predecessor to PBS.
KERA-TV became a member station of PBS in 1970, the same year PBS was launched.
Answer: True
Explanation: KERA-TV became a member station of the Public Broadcasting Service (PBS) in 1970, coinciding with the year PBS was launched.
KERA-TV established its news department in 1976, premiering a program called 'The 9 O'Clock Report'.
Answer: False
Explanation: KERA-TV established its news department in 1970, initially premiering a program called '*Newsroom*'. The program '*The 9 O'Clock Report*' was a later iteration.
What was the original intended purpose of VHF channel 13 in the Dallas-Fort Worth market by the FCC?
Answer: Non-commercial educational use
Explanation: The FCC originally reserved VHF channel 13 in the Dallas-Fort Worth market for non-commercial educational use.
Which organizations were involved in the initial application for channel 13?
Answer: Dallas Independent School District and Area Education Television Foundation, Inc.
Explanation: The Dallas Independent School District and the Area Education Television Foundation, Inc. were involved in the initial application for channel 13.
What type of programming was initially planned for KERA-TV?
Answer: Spanish-language instructional programming for elementary students
Explanation: Initial programming plans for KERA-TV included Spanish-language instructional content for elementary students.
How much did the Area Education Television Foundation fall short of its fundraising goal for the first two years?
Answer: $265,000
Explanation: The Area Education Television Foundation fell short of its fundraising goal by approximately $265,000 for its initial two years.
Where were KERA-TV's original broadcast facilities located?
Answer: Temporary facilities at the Davis Building in downtown Dallas
Explanation: KERA-TV's original broadcast facilities were located in temporary facilities at the Davis Building in downtown Dallas.
On what date did KERA-TV officially begin broadcasting?
Answer: September 11, 1960
Explanation: KERA-TV officially began broadcasting on September 11, 1960.
What was KERA-TV's initial network affiliation before joining PBS?
Answer: NET (National Educational Television)
Explanation: KERA-TV's initial network affiliation was with National Educational Television (NET), the predecessor to PBS.
When did KERA-TV become a member station of the Public Broadcasting Service (PBS)?
Answer: 1970
Explanation: KERA-TV became a member station of PBS in 1970, the same year PBS was launched.
When did KERA-TV establish its news department?
Answer: 1970
Explanation: KERA-TV established its news department in 1970.
KERA-TV is a public television station licensed to Fort Worth, Texas, serving the Dallas-Fort Worth metroplex.
Answer: False
Explanation: The station is licensed to Dallas, Texas, not Fort Worth, although it serves the broader Dallas-Fort Worth metroplex.
The studios for KERA-TV are located in Cedar Hill, Texas, while its transmitter is situated on Harry Hines Boulevard in Dallas.
Answer: False
Explanation: The studios for KERA-TV are located on Harry Hines Boulevard in Dallas, and its transmitter is situated in Cedar Hill, Texas.
The call sign KERA was chosen to signify a 'new era in broadcasting' and is unique to the station.
Answer: True
Explanation: The call sign KERA was indeed chosen to signify a 'new era in broadcasting'.
Viewers tune into KERA-TV using its physical digital channel number, which is 13.
Answer: False
Explanation: Viewers utilize the virtual channel number, which is 13. The physical digital channel on which KERA-TV broadcasts is channel 14.
KERA-TV broadcasts on physical digital channel 14, which operates within the VHF spectrum.
Answer: False
Explanation: KERA-TV broadcasts on physical digital channel 14, which operates within the UHF spectrum. VHF (Very High Frequency) and UHF (Ultra High Frequency) are distinct ranges of radio frequencies used for television broadcasting.
In 1970, KERA-TV significantly expanded its signal coverage to include Fort Worth and surrounding communities after installing a new transmitter.
Answer: True
Explanation: In 1970, KERA-TV significantly expanded its signal coverage to include Fort Worth and surrounding communities following the installation of a new transmitter.
After selling KDTN, KERA-TV planned to use the digital signal bandwidth to transmit standard definition content on its main channel.
Answer: False
Explanation: Following the sale of KDTN, KERA-TV planned to utilize the acquired digital signal bandwidth to transmit high-definition content on its main channel 13.1.
KERA-TV's main programming feed (13.1) is broadcast in standard definition with a 4:3 aspect ratio.
Answer: False
Explanation: KERA-TV's main programming feed (13.1) is broadcast in high definition (HD) with a 16:9 aspect ratio, not standard definition with a 4:3 aspect ratio.
KERA-TV completed its transition from analog to digital broadcasts by shutting down its analog signal on June 12, 2009.
Answer: True
Explanation: KERA-TV completed its transition from analog to digital broadcasts by shutting down its analog signal on June 12, 2009.
The K26NK-D translator in Wichita Falls is designed to rebroadcast KERA-TV's signal to serve areas with weak reception.
Answer: True
Explanation: The K26NK-D translator in Wichita Falls is designed to rebroadcast KERA-TV's programming, thereby extending its signal reach to areas experiencing weak reception.
What is KERA-TV and where is it licensed?
Answer: A PBS member television station licensed to Dallas, Texas.
Explanation: KERA-TV is identified as a Public Broadcasting Service (PBS) member television station. Its license is held by Dallas, Texas, and it serves the expansive Dallas-Fort Worth metroplex.
Where are the shared studios for KERA-TV and its sister stations located?
Answer: Downtown Dallas on Harry Hines Boulevard
Explanation: The shared studios for KERA-TV and its sister stations are located on Harry Hines Boulevard in Dallas.
What is the meaning attributed to the call sign KERA?
Answer: A New Era in Broadcasting
Explanation: The call sign KERA is attributed to signifying a 'new era in broadcasting'.
What is the virtual channel number used by viewers to access KERA-TV?
Answer: 13
Explanation: The virtual channel number used by viewers to access KERA-TV is 13.
KERA-TV broadcasts its digital signal on which physical channel?
Answer: Channel 14 (UHF)
Explanation: KERA-TV broadcasts its digital signal on physical channel 14, which operates within the UHF spectrum.
What event in 1970 significantly expanded KERA-TV's signal coverage?
Answer: The installation of a new transmitter
Explanation: The installation of a new transmitter in 1970 significantly expanded KERA-TV's signal coverage to include Fort Worth and surrounding communities.
What was KERA-TV's plan for utilizing KDTN's digital signal bandwidth after the sale?
Answer: To transmit high-definition content on its main channel
Explanation: After selling KDTN, KERA-TV planned to use the digital signal bandwidth to transmit high-definition content on its main channel.
What is the aspect ratio used for KERA-TV's main programming feed (13.1)?
Answer: 16:9
Explanation: KERA-TV's main programming feed (13.1) is broadcast in a 16:9 aspect ratio.
When did KERA-TV complete its transition from analog to digital broadcasts?
Answer: June 12, 2009
Explanation: KERA-TV completed its transition from analog to digital broadcasts by shutting down its analog signal on June 12, 2009.
What is the function of the K26NK-D translator in Wichita Falls?
Answer: To rebroadcast KERA-TV's programming to extend its reach
Explanation: The K26NK-D translator in Wichita Falls functions to rebroadcast KERA-TV's programming, extending its reach to that area.
In 1974, KERA-TV was the first U.S. station to broadcast episodes of *Monty Python's Flying Circus*, introducing the series to American audiences.
Answer: True
Explanation: In 1974, KERA-TV is credited as being the first U.S. station to broadcast episodes of *Monty Python's Flying Circus*, thereby introducing the British comedy series to American audiences.
KERA-TV airs programming such as *NOVA*, *PBS NewsHour*, and *Sesame Street* as a PBS member station.
Answer: True
Explanation: As a PBS member station, KERA-TV airs a variety of acclaimed programming, including series such as *NOVA*, *PBS NewsHour*, and *Sesame Street*.
Children's programming on KERA-TV's main feed runs 24 hours a day, seven days a week.
Answer: False
Explanation: Children's programming on KERA-TV's main feed is scheduled during specific hours, typically Monday to Friday from 6 a.m. to 6 p.m., while the dedicated PBS Kids subchannel (13.2) offers 24-hour children's content.
KERA-TV has one of the largest average audiences for children's programming among public television stations in the U.S.
Answer: True
Explanation: KERA-TV ranks second nationally in terms of average audience size for children's programming among public television stations in the United States.
KERA produced the documentary series *The U.S.–Mexican War* and the film *Matisse and Picasso*, which received an Emmy nomination.
Answer: True
Explanation: KERA has produced notable documentaries distributed nationwide, including the series *The U.S.–Mexican War* and the film *Matisse and Picasso*, which garnered an Emmy nomination.
Subchannel 13.2 of KERA-TV exclusively broadcasts programming from the World Channel.
Answer: False
Explanation: Subchannel 13.2 of KERA-TV broadcasts programming from the PBS Kids Channel, not the World Channel. The World Channel is featured on subchannel 13.4.
KERA Create, featuring lifestyle and how-to shows, is available on KERA-TV's subchannel 13.3.
Answer: True
Explanation: KERA Create, which features lifestyle and how-to programming, is indeed available on KERA-TV's subchannel 13.3.
What notable cultural contribution is KERA-TV credited with in 1974?
Answer: Becoming the first U.S. station to broadcast *Monty Python's Flying Circus*
Explanation: In 1974, KERA-TV became the first U.S. station to broadcast episodes of *Monty Python's Flying Circus*, introducing the series to American audiences.
Which of the following is an example of programming typically aired on KERA-TV?
Answer: *Antiques Roadshow*
Explanation: *Antiques Roadshow* is a well-known program typically aired on KERA-TV as part of the PBS schedule.
How is children's programming scheduled on KERA-TV's PBS Kids-affiliated subchannel (13.2)?
Answer: 24 hours a day
Explanation: Children's programming on KERA-TV's PBS Kids-affiliated subchannel (13.2) is available 24 hours a day.
What is KERA-TV's ranking regarding the average audience for children's programming among U.S. public television stations?
Answer: Second
Explanation: KERA-TV holds the second-largest average audience for children's programming among U.S. public television stations.
Which of the following is a notable documentary produced by KERA and distributed nationwide?
Answer: *JFK: Breaking the News*
Explanation: *JFK: Breaking the News* is a notable documentary produced by KERA and distributed nationwide.
Who was the anchor of KERA-TV's *Newsroom* who later became famous on the *PBS NewsHour*?
Answer: Jim Lehrer
Explanation: Jim Lehrer was the anchor of KERA-TV's *Newsroom* who later became famous on the *PBS NewsHour*.
What type of programming is featured on KERA-TV's subchannel 13.3?
Answer: KERA Create (lifestyle and how-to)
Explanation: KERA Create, featuring lifestyle and how-to shows, is featured on KERA-TV's subchannel 13.3.
North Texas Public Broadcasting, Inc., a for-profit corporation, owns KERA-TV.
Answer: False
Explanation: North Texas Public Broadcasting, Inc. is a non-profit organization, not a for-profit corporation.
KERA-TV's sister radio stations include WRR (101.1 FM), which plays classical music, and KKXT (91.7 FM), an adult album alternative station.
Answer: True
Explanation: KERA-TV's sister radio stations include WRR (101.1 FM) for classical music and KKXT (91.7 FM) for adult album alternative programming. KERA (90.1 FM) is also an NPR member station and considered a sister station.
KDTN (channel 2) was launched by North Texas Public Broadcasting in 1988 primarily as a commercial affiliate.
Answer: False
Explanation: KDTN (channel 2) was launched by North Texas Public Broadcasting in 1988 primarily as a secondary PBS member station for educational and instructional programming, not as a commercial affiliate.
North Texas Public Broadcasting sold KDTN to Daystar in 2003 due to insufficient funding to operate two stations.
Answer: True
Explanation: North Texas Public Broadcasting sold KDTN to Daystar in 2003, citing insufficient funding to operate two television stations as the primary reason.
Who is the owner of KERA-TV?
Answer: North Texas Public Broadcasting, Inc.
Explanation: KERA-TV is owned by North Texas Public Broadcasting, Inc., which operates as a non-profit organization dedicated to public media services.
Which of the following is NOT considered a sister station to KERA-TV?
Answer: KRLD (1080 AM) - Commercial news radio station
Explanation: KRLD (1080 AM) is a commercial news radio station and is not considered a sister station to KERA-TV, which operates public broadcasting services.
What was the primary purpose of KDTN (channel 2), which was launched by North Texas Public Broadcasting in 1988?
Answer: To broadcast educational and instructional programs as a secondary PBS station
Explanation: KDTN (channel 2) was launched by North Texas Public Broadcasting in 1988 primarily as a secondary PBS member station for educational and instructional programming.
Why did North Texas Public Broadcasting sell KDTN in 2003?
Answer: Because its funding was insufficient to operate two television stations
Explanation: North Texas Public Broadcasting sold KDTN in 2003 due to insufficient funding to operate two television stations.
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