TV Technical Issues
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Mon 5/06: very brief KQED DT9 OTA outage
(DT9.1, 9.2, 9.3) This morning we had a very brief outage of our over the air (OTA) coverage for KQED 9.1/9.2/9.3, which lasted apx 4 minutes. Most tuners will have found the channel again as soon as service was restored, but some may need to be rescanned for channel 9. This outage did not affect [...]
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Mon 4/22: KQEH OTA signal back on air
(DT54.1 through DT54.5) The Over the Air (OTA) signal from our KQEH transmitter on Monument Peak was restored at apx 6:35pm this evening. Most tuners should automatically find the signal, however some OTA viewers may need to do a rescan to restore reception.
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Mon 4/22: KQEH OTA planned overnight outage extended
Unexpected technical problems have been discovered at the KQEH transmitter site during planned maintenance overnight. KQED crews have identified the problem and are working to correct it as soon as possible. Please check back to this blog for status updates. Service to Comcast and other providers are uninterrupted.
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P. Allen Smith's Garden Home
Explores earth-friendly gardening methods, international trends, recipes for fresh garden produce, innovative public garden designs and how to adapt them for the home, and classic garden plants makeovers by plant breeders.
P. Allen Smith's Garden Home Previous Broadcasts
Radiant Roses (Episode #1111H)
KQED Life: Sun, May 27, 2012 -- 9:00 AM
Allen loves roses! In this episode Allen visits Monticello, the home of Thomas Jefferson, where he discusses antique roses and shrub roses. Allen then comes back to Arkansas to show off the new rose garden at the Garden Home Retreat. He also tells us how to problem-solve when your roses aren't blooming and how to plant roses in containers. We also visit a garden in Oregon with outstanding shrub roses.
Better Berries (Episode #1110H)
KQED Life: Sun, May 20, 2012 -- 9:00 AM
What's better than a nice juicy summer berry? Allen talks about blackberry planting, and shows us how to put together a blueberry container. We also visit some blueberry farmers in Oregon. And Allen shares tips on freezing berries
The Water Show (Episode #1109H)
KQED Life: Sun, May 13, 2012 -- 9:00 AM
Allen focuses on water in this episode. From fountains in the garden to drought-tolerant plants, Allen keeps it fun! Allen will also demonstrate how to make a galvanized bucket feel a little more at home in nature and teaches us how to make an herbal ice bowl. Allen also talks to an expert on pine straw and how to use it for erosion control. Plus, we'll learn about water features and how to make bath blends out of fresh herbs.
Repeat Broadcasts:
- KQED Life: Sat, May 19, 2012 -- 1:00 PM
Elegance Indoors (Episode #1108H)
KQED Life: Sun, May 6, 2012 -- 9:00 AM
We go inside the Garden Home Retreat where Allen demonstrates exciting ways to enhance the look of your home. Allen visits with experts on the proper way to light your home, use shades in the windows and freshen up a room by adding a few things from the garden. Allen also shows us how to care for orchids and how to use houseplants through the seasons.
Repeat Broadcasts:
- KQED Life: Sat, May 12, 2012 -- 1:00 PM
Gardening with Kids (Episode #1107H)
KQED Life: Sat, May 5, 2012 -- 1:00 PM
Getting kids out in the garden can be educational and fun! Allen shows us how to make a fun garden ornament with kids out of a recycled bowling ball. Plus, we learn how to attract butterflies to the garden and to plant sunflowers. We also visit a poultry show where Allen is teaching kids how to care for the chickens they are raising. We'll also visit a garden in Kentucky and watch Allen swing from the trees on a zip line in North Arkansas.
