Markey now asking questions of the Witnesses

Q: more soft tests?
Martin: yes, encouraging broadcasters to flip the DTV signal on for at least 5 mins, so consumers can try out their equipment?

Q: how do we encourage uptake of converter boxes?
Martin: need to educate consumers to try out their equipment now.

Q: how many chanels will have coverage shrinkage?
Martin: coordinating with broadcasters.

Q: what about the surge in demand for converter boxes? What are the plans to deal with that?
Baker: says solution is to ask for more money—as proposed legislation (concern about possible vehicle for mischief?). Markey says he wants to see the plan before there’s more money.