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Are free TV antennas legal?
A: Yes. Antennas designed to receive and/or transmit data services, including Internet access, are included in the rule.
Why is ABC not working on my antenna?
There are multiple factors involved such as weather conditions, satellite positioning, and stuff like that. So, you need to aim your antenna in a different direction and then scan for the channels again. This works most of the time and you will be able to get the right channel through this method.
Why is my channel scan not working?
First, check the obvious. Make sure you are plugging the cable into the correct antenna socket on the SKIPPA (the one marked IN). Also make sure that the other end of the cable is plugged into an antenna wall socket and not your TV.
Can a Home Owners Association ban an antenna?
The rule prohibits most restrictions that: (1) unreasonably delay or prevent installation, maintenance or use; (2) unreasonably increase the cost of installation, maintenance or use; or (3) preclude reception of an acceptable quality signal.
What do you need to know about Antenna rules?
(3) An antenna that is designed to receive local television broadcast signals. In addition, antennas covered by the rule may be mounted on “masts” to reach the height needed to receive or transmit an acceptable quality signal (e.g. maintain line-of-sight contact with the transmitter or view the satellite).
When did the antenna rule go into effect?
The rule (47 C.F.R. Section 1.4000) has been in effect since October 1996, and it prohibits restrictions that impair the installation, maintenance or use of antennas used to receive video programming.
Is it unreasonable to have an antenna in your apartment?
A: Any requirement to pay a fee to the local authority for a permit to be allowed to install an antenna would be unreasonable because such permits are generally prohibited. It may also be unreasonable for a local government, community association or landlord to require a viewer to incur additional costs associated with installation.