MTCO News

New Channel-NBC Sports Network

2012-01-26T09:42:00.000-08:00

The Versus channel has officially transitioned to NBC Sports Network on digiMAX channel 28 (HD Channel 555). Programming includes the NHL, Major League Soccer, IndyCar Series racing, various outdoor sports and documentaries. Significant coverage will also be focused on the upcoming 2012 Summer Olympics.

Redbird Basketball Schedule Update

2012-01-24T07:27:00.000-08:00

Click here for an updated MTHS varsity Basketball broadcast schedule (please check back periodically for future updates) http://www.mtco.com/television/channels/local.php

Watch the games on digiMAX in HD on Local Channel 410 (ch. 400 Digital). If you miss a game just check the on-screen channel guide as every game is replayed multiple times.

Proposed Piracy Legislation Explained

2012-01-19T10:02:00.000-08:00

As you may have heard this week with website blackout protests by Wikipedia and others, the Stop Online Piracy Act (SOPA) and Protect IP Act (PIPA) have been making the headlines. Click here for an informative article that covers the basics of the proposed legislation and arguments for and against it: http://www.pcworld.com/article/248298/sopa_and_pipa_just_the_facts.html#tk.nl_sbx_t_topnews

Photo Contest Winners Announced

2012-01-13T11:05:00.000-08:00

Thank you to all those who entered the first digiMAX Community Photo Contest! We received many beautiful photos depicting our communities making it a difficult task choosing the winners. Congratulations to the $100 Grand Prize winners and finalists. Click here to see their winning photos: http://www.mtco.com/?main&photo_contest

TV/Internet Maintenance at 1:30am Jan. 11th

2012-01-10T14:14:00.000-08:00

MTCO will be conducting planned network maintenance starting at 1:30am and lasting approximately one hour on Wednesday, Jan. 11, 2012. All digiMAX TV and Internet customers may experience intermittent outages during this time. We appreciate your understanding!

Watch Metamora Redbird Basketball

2012-01-10T07:03:00.000-08:00

Watch the first of many Redbird varsity basketball games on digiMAX in HD on Local Channel 410 (ch. 400 Digital). The first broadcast will be Wednesday, Jan. 11^th at 7:00pm and 10:00pm showing the thrilling Metamora vs Morton game from Friday, Jan. 6^th. Click below for the MTHS Basketball broadcast schedule (please check back periodically for updates)
http://www.mtco.com/television/channels/local.php

Happy Holidays from MTCO

2011-12-23T08:38:00.000-08:00

Merry Christmas

Wishing you and your family every happiness and safe travels this Holiday Season. Thank you for being a valued customer.
Your friends at MTCO.

An Emergency? Go with a landline.

2011-12-21T11:56:00.000-08:00

We at MTCO believe in the benefits of a landline...it just works, no charging needed, better voice quality, etc. Relying on landlines for E911 calls is another benefit that is always stressed. Click below for a newscast comparing Emergency 911 calls via a landline and a cellular device and how a landline is still the only choice to deliver in an emergency at home:
http://www.whotv.com/videobeta/69498c1e-09b1-4467-b582-4db1ce2c1cc1/News/Dialing-911-from-a-Cell-Phone

Watch the MTHS Holiday Concert

2011-12-16T11:36:00.000-08:00

Watch the Metamora Township High School Holiday Concert that was performed on December 7, 2011 in the High School Auditorium. The concert will begin airing this weekend and run through Christmas on digiMAX in HD on channel 410 (ch. 400 digital). Featuring inspired music from the MTHS Madrigal Brass, Symphonic Band, Wind Ensemble, Steel Drums and Combined Choirs. Sit back and enjoy!
Click here for an updated digiMAX Local channel broadcast schedule: http://www.mtco.com/television/channels/local.php

digiMAX Photo Contest - Win $100!

2011-11-30T12:02:00.000-08:00

Residents of Marseilles and residents of Metamora and Germantown Hills are invited to enter our first Community Photo Contest. One winning photo from each area will be published in the February 2012 Calendar of Connected Magazine and each winner will receive a $100 prize! Deadline for entries is Jan. 5, 2012. Good luck!
Visit http://www.mtco.com/?main&photo_contest for details.

Inspiration Channel Now Available

2011-11-29T08:06:00.000-08:00

The Inspiration (insp) channel was recently added to MTCO’s digiMAX lineup on ch. 59. Inspiration features a wide variety of conservative family entertainment, including Highway to Heaven, The Waltons, Wind At My Back, The Brady Bunch, plus a great lineup of Christmas movies just in time for the holidays!

Eco-Friendly Billing Options

2011-11-18T09:06:00.000-08:00

Simplify Your Life with Online Bill Pay...view and pay your bill online at your convenience or set up automatic monthly credit card or bank account payments.
Visit www.mtco.com with your bill in hand and click on "view/pay my bill" to get started.

J 24/7 online access to your account.
J No monthly checks to write - receive monthly bills via e-mail.
J Setup automatic credit card or bank account payments.

Receiving more than one monthly bill for your MTCO services? Call or e-mail us today to merge your accounts for one-bill convenience.
Questions/Need Assistance? Call 1-800-859-6826 or e-mail billing@mtco.com

Free HBO/Cinemax Offer

2011-11-01T07:30:00.000-07:00

The Hits. The Stars. The Movies

Sign up for HBO®, Cinemax®, or HBO® & Cinemax® and get your First Month Free + your next 6 months at ½ price! Offer good for new and current digiMAX TV customers through Dec. 30, 2011. Call MTCO for more details at 800-859-6826 (Metamora/Germantown Hills) or in Marseilles call 800-227-5161.

Monthly price after promotional period is $16 for HBO; $13 for Cinemax.

Internet Maintenance at 3:00am, 10/26/11

2011-10-25T12:49:00.000-07:00

There will be intermittent MTCO Internet service outages from 3:00am – 3:30am on Wednesday, Oct. 26, 2011. We appreciate your understanding as these outages will occur during planned core equipment maintenance work. As always, thank you for choosing MTCO!

Updated Redbird Replay Schedule

2011-10-19T07:13:00.000-07:00

Catch last week’s down-to-the-wire clash between Washington and Metamora at 7pm and 10pm on Wed. Oct. 19th (and throughout the day on Thursday the 20th) in HD on digiMAX ch. 410 (digital ch. 400).

Redbird Classic: On Sunday, Oct. 23rd, the 1996 IHSA playoff semifinal of Metamora vs Normal Community will air at 7pm and 10pm.

Click here for an updated Redbird Replay and Redbird Classic schedule: http://www.mtco.com/television/channels/redbird.php

Anti-Virus Software Rankings

2011-10-17T12:22:00.000-07:00

MTCO is now offering SecureIT Plus, which scored higher in overall detection of malicious software when compared to its peers Norton, McAfee and others. Testing based against worms, backdoors/bots, trojans, other malware/viruses and false positives.

Visit http://www.mtco.com/?internet&secureit for more details.

* Testing results published byAnti-Virus Comparatives, an independent non-profit organization used as a benchmark by the security software industry.

Metamora vs Richwoods '00 Playoff Sunday at 7pm

2011-10-07T15:08:00.000-07:00

Redbird Classics will feature the replay of the 2000 Second Round battle between Metamora and Richwoods at 7pm on Sun., October 9th on digiMAX channel 400. A game that that goes down to the wire with commentary from Pat Ryan and Scott Kerker.

Pause Live TV now available on any TV

2011-10-04T08:38:00.000-07:00

You’re watching a playoff game and a neighbor rings the doorbell. Don’t’ worry, just press the Pause button and you won’t miss a play.

Give Pause Live TV a try for only $3 a month (per TV) and you’ll see why you can’t live without it:

- Fast forward past commercials.

- Rewind.

- Pause again later in the show.

- Fast forward to real-time.

- Pause a live show for up to 2 hours.

If you already have digiMAX DVR service (which includes Pause Live TV on your main TV), you can now add Pause Live TV to additional TV’s. If you don’t have DVR service give Pause Live TV a try…you’ll find out how useful and easy it is for only $3 a month per TV.

'75 Metamora vs E. St. Louis on Sept. 25th

2011-09-23T06:42:00.000-07:00

Redbird Classics will feature the replay of the Metamora vs East St. Louis at 7pm on Sun., Sept. 25^th on digiMAX channel 400. Enjoy the game with commentary from John Helmick, Pat Ryan, and Scott Kerker.

2 Months Free Computer Protection

2011-09-21T13:26:00.000-07:00

We all know Internet security is a must to protect our computers at home, and now MTCO offers fully-managed, hands-free protection with SecureIT Plus...real-time anti-virus/anti-phishing and spyware protection.
That’s not all. Hands-free updates, parental controls, automatic hard-drive maintenance (to keep your computer running efficiently) and free, U.S. based 24/7 technical support via telephone and online remote assistance are also included. Call MTCO today at 1-800-859-6826.

Subscribe by Sept. 30, 2011 and
receive your first 2 months Free!

Metamora vs. Geneseo Title Game on Sept. 18th

2011-09-16T18:54:00.000-07:00

digiMAX Sports will replay of the 4A 2009 State Championship game between Metamora and Geneseo at 7pm on Sunday, Sept. 18th on channel 400.

Enjoy the classic with commentary from Scott Kerker and MTHS Head Coach Pat Ryan.

New digiMAX Channel and More HD

2011-09-15T12:28:00.000-07:00

MyN Antenna TV has recently been added to MTCO’s Metamora/Germantown Hills digiMAX lineup on channel 230. Antenna TV features classic television shows and movies like The Partridge Family, Good Times, Father Knows Best, The Flying Nun and more.

And we have more HD! MSNBC is now available in HD on channel 513 in both the Marseilles and Metamora/Germantown Hills service areas.

Sign up now for NFL RedZone

2011-09-09T15:27:00.000-07:00

Every touchdown.
From every game.
Sunday afternoons.
On digiMAX channel 29.

When a team goes inside the 20-yard line, NFL RedZone takes you there switching from game to game with live look-ins, highlights, and extended coverage.
Call 800-859-6826 or just go to channel 29 to order RedZone pay-per-view for the season:
1. Scroll to channel 29 in your channel guide
2. Press OK on the remote
3. A menu is displayed with the following options:
o Expanded Info
o Buy PPV
o Cancel
4. Scroll to Buy PPV and press OK on the remote
5. If prompted for PIN Number, enter your default PIN "1234" and follow the prompts.

'07 Metamora Title Game 7pm on Sept.11th

2011-09-09T13:59:00.000-07:00

Redbird Classics will feature the replay of the 2007 State Championship game between Metamora and Morris. Enjoy the game with commentary from Scott Kerker and MTHS Head Coach Pat Ryan. The game will air on Sunday, September 11, 2011 on digiMAX channel 400.

'75 Metamora Title Game: 7pm on Sept. 4th

2011-09-02T14:43:00.000-07:00

The first broadcast of Redbird Classics on the MTCO Local Channel will be the replay of the 1975 State Championship game between Metamora and Geneva. Enjoy the game with commentary from Scott Kerker along with current MTHS Head Coach Pat Ryan, and John Helmick, head coach of the ’75 team. The game will air on on Sunday, September 4, 2011 on digiMAX channel 400.

Redbird Replay 7:00pm on Aug. 31st

2011-08-30T14:31:00.000-07:00

MTCO's new Local Channel will broadcast the first 2011 Metamora football Redbird Replay on Wednesday, Aug. 31st at 7:00pm on digiMAX channel 400 (HD channel 410). The game will be Metamora vs. Bloomington Central Catholic. This is the first year Redbird Replay will be shown in the clarity of HD!

All Metamora regular season games will be exclusively broadcast on Wednesday evenings at 7:00pm the week following the game. Check back here for future scheduling.

30 Years and Counting...

2011-08-08T08:10:00.000-07:00

Much gratitude to all St. Jude Memphis to Peoria runners that beat the heat to return home safely this weekend! Additional thanks to all the local runners and volunteers that helped make the event such a success. An inspirational moment for all to see as this year marks the 30th anniversary of the run.
To find out more on how you can help, visit http://www.stjude.org/

History Channel now in HD

2011-07-22T13:01:00.000-07:00

Your favorite History channel documentaries and programs can now be seen in now in HD on digiMAX channel 529!

Visit http://www.mtco.com/?television&channels for full list of channels.

This channel should automatically be available; however, if it is not showing up in the channel guide you may need to unplug each set top box at each TV and then plug back in, or just call our technicians at 800-859-6826.

Movie Night-Toy Story 3

2011-07-11T07:31:00.000-07:00

MTCO digiMAX and IVCellular have partnered together to sponsor a free showing of Toy Story 3 at Knudson Park, Marseilles, IL. Thursday, July 14^th. Movie starts at 8:30.

BigTen and FOX Sports Midwest now in HD!

2011-07-08T14:57:00.000-07:00

We know Cardinal fans have been waiting for this...FOX Sports Midwest can now be viewed in HD on digiMAX channel 565! The BigTen Channel (564) is also now in HD.

These channels should automatically be available; however, if they are not showing up in the channel guide you may need to unplug each set top box at each TV and then plug back in, or just call our technicians at 800-859-6826.

Visit http://www.mtco.com/?television&channels for full list of channels

Speed & Outdoor Channel now in HD

2011-06-28T14:54:00.000-07:00

Two more digiMAX channels can now be viewed in HD:

Speed on channel 570

(SELECT package)

The Outdoor Channel

(EXPANDED) on channel 553.

Visit http://www.mtco.com/?television&channels for full list of channels.

Come see us at Old Settler's Days

2011-06-24T09:24:00.000-07:00

Stop by and see us at our Old Settler's Days tent in Metamora this weekend (through Sat. night, June 25th). Take a close-up look at digiMAX TV service and play our scratch-off card to win a free month of HBO or a slice of famous pie from St. Mary's food tent.

Support Your Local Relay for Life Event

2011-06-08T14:30:00.000-07:00

MTCO is a Cancer Survivor’s Celebration sponsor for two local ACS Relay for Life events, and we encourage everyone to get out to support and enjoy the festivities around central Illinois this month. Chillicothe, East Peoria, Eureka, and Metamora and Streator are holding their annual Relays in June. Wishing for a world with less cancer and more birthdays!

Memorial Day Weekend War Movie Marathon

2011-05-27T14:34:00.000-07:00

TCM celebrates remembering our veterans with 39 tales of combat, May 27-30. A special four-day salute with movies ranging from A Bridge Too Far, From Here to Eternity to The Devil’s Brigade. On digiMAX channel 106 (HD channel 520).

AMC (digiMAX channel 108) is also showing consecutive war movies this weekend like Patton and Pearl Harbor.

FREE HBO/Cinemax offer ends May 31st

2011-05-24T06:40:00.000-07:00

It's not too late. Sign up for HBO® and/or Cinemax® and get your First Month Free + your next 6 months at ½ price! Watch the lastest movies, original documentaries and series like Game of Thrones.

Offer good until May 31, 2011 for new and current digiMAX customers. For channel lineups visit http://www.mtco.com/?television&channels

New Fitness & Health Channel

2011-05-23T12:09:00.000-07:00

Discovery has combined the fitness programming of FitTV with the real-life stories aired by its former Discovery Health channel. The new channel, Discovery Fitness & Health (digiMAX channel 103),includes a program slate of forensic mysteries, medical stories, baby and pregnancy programming, and stories of extreme life conditions.

Looney Tunes Premiere Tonight

2011-05-03T13:08:00.000-07:00

Screen icons Bugs Bunny and Daffy Duck are back in an all-new modern series from Warner Bros. The first episode airs Tuesday, May 3, at 7:00p.m. on the Cartoon Network (digiMAX channel 56/HD channel 530). The Looney Tunes Show series animation will feature all the favorite characters; including Sylvester, Yosemite Sam, the Tasmanian Devil and more. Check the on-screen Channel Guide for future air times.

Women in Leadership Forms

2011-04-28T14:40:00.000-07:00

Through the Companies That Care, MTCO is pleased to again help sponsor Central Illinois’ 25 Women in Leadership Award.
This award recognizes women of all ages who have demonstrated unswerving dedication to the betterment of themselves, their family, their company, and their community. Nominations will be accepted through June 3, 2011. Pick up a nomination form at these two MTCO locations: 220 N. Menard St. in Metamora, and 7815 N. Knoxville in Peoria, or visit http://www.week.com/ to complete online.

digiMAX Users Guide now available

2011-04-25T09:58:00.000-07:00

The digiMAX User’s Guide is now available on MTCO’s website. Please go to: www.mtco.com/?television&digimax and then click on “digiMAX User’s Guide” in the top right-hand column. The User’s Guide contains instructions on how to use many features such as DVR, Channel Guide, Favorites, Parental Controls, Settings, and much more.

Printed copies will arrive at the homes of all current digiMAX customers next week—thank you for your patience!

Enhanced Wireless Internet Coverage & Power

2011-04-21T15:00:00.000-07:00

Benefit from Wireless-N technology for your wireless computer network to increase performance and coverage.

Ask about MTCO’s DSL router that integrates a Wireless-N access point and built-in switch all in a single gateway. Share wireless high-speed Internet securely and enjoy applications such as music streaming, online gaming, video and more.
Wireless-N technology is compatible with wireless-G; however, to achieve desired performance a wireless-N card is required in computer(s)/laptop(s).

Watch HBO & Cinemax FREE this Weekend

2011-04-14T14:04:00.000-07:00

DigiMAX TV customers: Watch HBO and Cinemax with our FREE Preview this weekend! Tune in to channels 600 through 614 anytime from 6:00 a.m. Friday, Apr. 15^th until 12:00 p.m. Monday, Apr. 18^th to see movies such as Avatar, E.T., and the new series Game of Thrones.

Expanded St. Louis Cardinals Coverage

2011-04-13T07:27:00.000-07:00

Get ready Cardinal fans! MTCO just signed up to air 20 more St. Louis Cardinals games in 2011. See 150 out of 168 games in 2011 on FOX Sports Midwest (available in the digiMAX SELECT channel lineup). See foxsportsmidwest.com for complete St. Louis Cardinals schedule.

Free HBO/Cinemax offer through May 31st

2011-04-06T13:41:00.000-07:00

Sign up for HBO® and/or Cinemax® and get your First Month Free + your next 6 months at ½ price one one or both of these suite of channels!

Enjoy premium movie lineups and critically acclaimed original series like HBO’s April 17th premiere of Game of Thrones. Offer good until May 31, 2011 for new and current digiMAX customers. Call MTCO for more details at 800-859-6826.

Starz/Encore $25 Rebate

2011-03-21T07:53:00.000-07:00

Choose our digiMAX Starz/Encore suite of premium channels and receive $25 Cash Back! This offer is available to current and new digiMAX customers through 12/31/11. Enjoy movies, genres like Starz Kids & Family, Encore Westerns, and original series like the new series "Camelot" which premieres 9:00PM CST April 1st. Please contact MTCO for details.

TCN Added to Channel Lineup

2011-03-18T11:46:00.000-07:00

The Country Network (TCN) was recently added to MTCO’s Metamora/Germantown Hills digiMAX Select TV lineup. TCN airs country music videos 24/7 from the 1980’s through today and is on channel 227.

Progress on digiMAX installs

2011-02-14T13:19:00.000-08:00

MTCO continues to advance with customer installations for the new digiMAX bundled packages. We again want to express our gratitude for your patience as we take steps forward moving through our interest list for Germantown Hills and Metamora. In addition, Marseilles is next on deck as we gear up for contacting interested customers the beginning of March once a few items are finalized for that area!

MTCO Offices Closed Feb. 2

2011-02-01T18:29:00.000-08:00

MTCO offices are closed due to severe weather Wednesday February 2, 2011.

New Channels Plus More HD

2011-01-25T07:31:00.000-08:00

MTCO just added FOX CoolTV to the Germantown Hills/Metamora digiMAX Select channel lineup and WGN Antenna TV to the Marseilles Select lineup. In addition, CNBC (channel 512) and Bravo (channel 541) are now available in HD with more HD expansion coming the next few months. Please refer back to this press release section for future updates.

digiMAX Installs Are Underway

2011-01-06T09:50:00.000-08:00

MTCO is pleased to announce that customer installations have begun for our new digiMAX IPTV service and new TV, Internet and Voice BUNDLED packages. We have finished trial installations and are eagerly moving on to contact our wonderful customers’ who have placed their name on our interest list. Please check back regularly for updates on our rollout.

We appreciate everyone’s patience and excitement while MTCO built this new entertainment service from the ground up.

Thanks again; we are excited to have a new service to offer our local customers in Germantown Hills, Marseilles, and Metamora!

Core Network Upgrade

2011-01-05T12:11:00.000-08:00

MTCO is thrilled to announce the completion of our 10Gig core network upgrade. This means increased efficiencies and more bandwidth for servicing all of our Internet customers and new IPTV service.
Additionally, MTCO continues to expand our own fiber-optics presence for future bandwidth capacity needs and service offerings. We're already looking forward to spring to get more fiber into the ground!

Welcome Back St. Jude Runners!

2010-08-06T07:38:00.000-07:00

Welcome back and much gratitude to all St. Jude Memphis to Peoria runners that will be pounding the pavement to get back home this weekend, and many thanks to all the volunteers and supporters of this wonderful event.
MTCO is one of many to support this fight against childhood cancer and other catastrophic diseases through runner sponsorships and a matching donation funds program. To find out more on how you can help visit www.stjude.org.

25 Women in Leadership Entry Forms

2010-05-05T12:28:00.000-07:00

Through the Companies That Care, MTCO is excited to again help sponsor Central Illinois’ 25 Women in Leadership Award.
This prestigious award is designed to recognize women of all ages who have demonstrated unswerving dedication to the betterment of themselves, their family, their company, and their community at large.
Nominations will be accepted through June 5, 2010. Pick up a nomination form at these two MTCO locations: 220 N. Menard St. Metamora and 7815 N. Knoxville, Peoria, IL, or visit www.week.com to complete online.

Eco-Friendly Billing Options Available

2010-04-30T12:27:00.000-07:00

Simplify your life and Go Green with these billing options:

Receiving more than one monthly bill for your MTCO services? Call or e-mail us today to merge your accounts for one-bill convenience.

Online Bill Pay. View and pay your bill online at your convenience or set up automatic monthly credit card or bank account payments. Visit www.mtco.com with your bill in hand and click on "E-bill" to get started. Enjoy 24/7 online access to your account and receive monthly bills via e-mail...No monthly checks to write...Set up automatic credit card or bank account payments

Questions/Need Assistance? Call 1-800-859-MTCO (6826) or e-mail billing@mtco.com