AT&T has announced that DirecTV will air its first live 4K broadcast in the United States in the form of next month's Masters golf tournament. The broadcast will air on DirecTV's new 4K Channel, available to subscribers of the ULTIMATE or PREMIER package who also have the HR54 Genie DVR, the 4K Genie Mini client, and a compatible 4K TV.
From AT&T
AT&T announced that it will deliver the first-ever live 4K Ultra High Definition (UHD) broadcast in the United States on DIRECTV with next month's Masters Tournament at Augusta National Golf Club. It's the inaugural live event on the new DIRECTV 4K Channel dedicated to high-quality content.
DIRECTV customers with compatible 4K UHD equipment can view coverage of Amen Corner at golf's signature event in the industry's best picture format and most vibrant color television experience possible. With 4K UHD, viewers get roughly four times the resolution of HDTV, including sharper detail, smoother lines and a richer color palette. The detail is so rich that you might even see the spin of the ball and the divots in the turf as if you're right there on the green.
"Golf's premier event deserves the best viewing experience that 4K UHD on DIRECTV provides," said Dan York, chief content officer, AT&T Entertainment Group. "Once you see it in 4K on DIRECTV, it's going to be tough to see it any other way - unless you're there in person."
Inaugural live 4K UHD coverage on the DIRECTV 4K channel will feature all four rounds of Tournament play (April 7-10 from approximately 10:30 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. EDT) at Amen Corner, a common reference to the 11th, 12th and 13th holes at Augusta National and the backdrop to some of the most exciting moments in golf history.
New DIRECTV 4K Channel Dedicated to UHD Content
The new DIRECTV 4K channel, which launches in April as part of the DIRECTV ULTIMATE and PREMIER Packages, includes unique 4K UHD content from AUDIENCE Network, documentaries and more.
How to View Live 4K UHD Broadcast
Customers who want the premium 4K UHD live experience via our DIRECTV 4K Channel will need the following:
• A DIRECTV ULTIMATE or PREMIER Package subscription with an authorized 4K customer account
• Our latest Genie HD DVR (HR54)
• Either a DIRECTV 4K Ready TV or a compatible 4K TV connected to the latest 4K Genie Mini
• Understanding that once you view it in 4K UHD, it's going to be hard to view it any other way
For more information on getting 4K UHD ready, visit https://www.directv.com/4k.
Additional Resources
• AT&T/DirecTV to Launch New Streaming Video Services at HomeTheaterReview.com.
• DirecTV Expands 4K Capability with First 4K Set-Top Box at HomeTheaterReview.com.
