Channel Encryption | HD Digital Box

Channel Encryption & HD Digital Box Support

As part of the upgrade to bring Gig broadband service to the community, your cable TV channels will need to be encrypted. As a cable TV subscriber, this will impact your service starting July 12, 2022.

How do I connect my HD Digital box?

Download Instructions Here

Watch a tutorial video here

Click here to view the channel encryption schedule.

FAQs

How do I watch cable TV on my televisions that are not connected to any equipment?

Any television that is only connected to a Coax line will require an HD Digital Box.
How do I watch cable TV on my television that is connected through a Digital Tuner Adapter (DTA)?

The DTA will need to be exchanged for an HD Digital Box.
How do I get an HD Digital Box and how much is the rental?

Every television connected to cable TV will require the HD Digital Box. The local Vicksburg Cable TV office will have an assigned area in the lobby for quick service to pick up the boxes with remotes and instructions you will need. The HD Digital Box monthly rental rate is $5.95 per month each. If you have a DTA, return that equipment when you pick up the HD Digital Box to remove the rental fee for the DTA.
What happens when the channels are encrypted?

Starting July 12, 2022, as channels are encrypted, only televisions with the HD Digital Box will show the channels. By Sepember 13, 2022, all channels will be encrypted. A schedule of the channels and the date they will be encrypted can be viewed by clicking the blue button above.
Are there any channels that will not be encrypted?

Click here to view a list of channels that will be viewable without an HD Digital Box.
How do I connect the HD Digital Box?

Refer to the tutorial video or pdf document above. All cables and instructions will also be provided at the time the equipment is picked up. A technician can come to your home for a Tech Assist fee of $29.95.