channels.lst

[dean]

Scott Evans wrote:
> This depends on your local! the dvb-apps package has channel information for 
> major places on the planet! but if you're after creating your own then grab 
> w_scan and then use... 
>
> w_scan -X > channels.conf
>
>
> here's how to use w_scan...
>
> usage: w_scan [options...]
>         -f type frontend type
>                 What programs do you want to search for?
>                 a = atsc (vsb/qam)
>                 c = cable
>                 s = sat
>                 t = terrestrian [default]
>         -A N    specify ATSC type
>                 1 = Terrestrial [default]
>                 2 = Cable
>                 3 = both, Terrestrial and Cable
>         -c      choose your country here:
>                         DE, UK, US, AU, ..
>                         ? for list
>
>         -s      choose your satellite here:
>                         S19E2, S13E0, S15W0, ..
>                         ? for list
>                 ---output switches---
>         -k      generate channels.dvb for kaffeine
>         -X      tzap/czap/xine output instead of vdr channels.conf
>         -x      generate initial tuning data for (dvb-)scan
>         -H      view extended help (experts only)
>
>   
Hey Scott,

Thanks the dvb-apps package is interesting, how do I go about installing it?

Best Regards,
Dean