What is the broadcast repack like from a station’s perspective? How should stations gear up to move frequencies? What helpful advice might smooth the transition? To answer these questions, we enlisted the help of Tracy Oliver, creative services director at WTAE-TV in Pittsburgh. Serving an audience spanning three states, and having built a loyal, multi-generational following over more than half a century on the air, WTAE took a proactive approach to communicating the station’s transition to over-the-air viewers. Their experience may help other stations have a (relatively) seamless transition to a new frequency. Here are Tracy’s tips for stations: As
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Rescan Roundup – January 7 – January 31
More than half of all TV stations in the United States will move to new frequencies now through 2020. If you use an antenna to access free, over-the-air television, head to TVAnswers.org to find out when stations in your area are moving, help spread the word and sign up for text and email alerts. Happy New Year from the TV Answers team! Here’s a rundown of stations expected to move frequencies through the end of January 2019. As always: rescan dates may be subject to change, so check back frequently and be sure to follow us on Facebook, Instagram and
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