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Q:  How can I identify the different Encore Avenue channels?

To help distinguish Encore Avenue's three channels on the IPG (Interactive Program Guide), TV guide and online schedules, Encore Avenue channels are identified with the following call letters: EA1, EA2 and EAHD. Here's a breakdown of the kind of programming you can expect to see on each channel:
EA1: Focus on PG-rated films from the 70s, 80s, 90s and early 2000s
EA2: Focus on films from the 70s, 80s, 90s and early 2000s
EAHD: Focus on films from the 70s, 80s, 90s and early 2000s, in high definition

Q: How can I subscribe to Encore Avenue?

If you already subscribe to digital television services, please contact your provider and ask to have Encore Avenue added to your monthly subscription. This type of upgrade is very easy and can typically be done over the phone and activated within 48 hours.

If you currently do not have digital television, your provider will be able to assist you in upgrading to digital. You'll be happy to know that 80% of Encore Avenue subscribers reported our movie service to be an important part of their decision to go digital, so in addition to an interactive program guide and other benefits of digital, Encore Avenue alone is a great reason to upgrade today.

Q:  How do I know what's on Encore Avenue?

There are many convenient ways to access Encore Avenue schedule information on our website, including the online schedule. In order to better serve our subscribers, our interactive schedule allows viewers to customize the schedule based on their time zone. Visit the online schedule and select your time zone in the "Change Your Time Zone" field at the top of the page.

Please note that unless otherwise indicated, all schedule information is listed in Mountain Time.

Homepage Highlights:
The Encore Avenue homepage always highlights upcoming titles. On the left-hand side of our homepage you will find a listing of what's playing during primetime that day. The "This Weekend" and "Coming Soon" boxes give you a glance at what's coming up on Encore Avenue in the near future.

Online Schedule:
Choose Schedule on our main navigation menu. The Schedule page displays programming information by date. You can choose a different date, filter by channel, or change your time zone. You can also search for specific titles on this page.

Alphabetical Listings:
Choose Movies A-Z on our main navigation menu. The information displayed contains a full alphabetical list of all movies currently playing on Encore Avenue. You can also search for specific titles on this page.

Printable Schedules:
Encore Avenue has a monthly printable schedule available in PDF format each month. Click on the "Print This Schedule" button on the schedule page.

Other Ways to Plan Your Encore Avenue Viewing:
- Use your digital remote control to access an interactive on-screen program guide.
- Encore Avenue on-air programming grid highlights primetime programming daily.
- Visit your local TV listings channel.
- Look to a weekly television guide magazine available in many larger newspapers.
- Check the TV listings grid in daily newspapers.
And of course, you can sign up for eNews, our consent email service.

Q:  What is eNews and why should I sign up?

eNews is Movie Central and Encore Avenue's consent email service. eNews offers information on the movies, series and special events available on Movie Central and Encore Avenue's channels. As an eNews subscriber, you'll receive timely movie and series highlights every week, plus, we'll send you the scoop on upcoming attractions. You'll also have opportunities to enter contests, complete polls and receive special offers that are completely exclusive to eNews subscribers! It's fun, informative and best of all, free! Sign up for eNews today.

Q:  I'm having difficulty printing/opening your online schedules.

As all computers differ in their configuration, features and equipment, it is difficult to trouble-shoot. However, you may want to try a couple of things:
-  Make sure you have the latest version of Adobe's Acrobat Reader, available free at www.adobe.com/products/acrobat/readstep2.html
-  Upgrade your web browser. -  Disable any Pop-Up Blocker type software as this may interfere with printable schedules and pop-up windows.
-  If these suggestions do not help the problem, many Internet Service Providers have help desks that offer more specific assistance.

Q:  Does Encore Avenue broadcast in Dolby Digital 5.1?

Encore Avenue has been broadcasting a selection of movies in 5.1 since May 2002.  Dolby Digital 5.1 sound can be enjoyed when you have a digital receiver compatible to receive and transmit 5.1 audio levels that is connected to your home Dolby Digital 5.1 surround system. As Encore Avenue is distributed by various television providers, and each service provider offers unique equipment, you will need to contact your service provider for more details. On average Encore Avenue typically airs about 20 – 50 unique movies and series exclusives in 5.1 each month.

Q: How many times does a movie air on Encore Avenue?

On average, a film will air about 15 times during the 15-18 month period it's contracted to Encore Avenue. A movie premiering on Encore Avenue is typically followed by a second run the same night on Encore Avenue. A film will air four to five more times in various time slots during its first 30 days on Encore Avenue and will repeat another four to five times, three or four months after that. The title then moves to a subsidiary position until its final showings when it airs a final four to five times.

Q: How much does Encore Avenue cost?

As Encore Avenue is carried by many different television service providers, and in a variety of packages, an exact price can not be given. No matter what price you pay for Encore Avenue, you will have access to hundreds of movies, all commercial-free. Please contact your television provider for details around specific pricing and packaging of Encore Avenue.

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