Maybe what's important in this link is the explanation of how a countdown is conducted:
> On this page, you'll learn how the countdown operates, and what milestones to watch for during our live launch coverage.
> Pauses in the countdown, or "holds," are built into the countdown to allow the launch team to target a precise launch window, and to provide a cushion of time for certain tasks and procedures without impacting the overall schedule. For the space shuttle countdown, built-in holds vary in length and always occur at the following times: T-27 hours, T-19 hours, T-11 hours, T-6 hours, T-3 hours, T-20 minutes, and T-9 minutes.
> Here are some of the key events that take place at each milestone after the countdown begins. Note: Event times and lengths are approximate and subject to change.