Why is there intermittent loss of signal? Error message reads "channel not available". null

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kcpdx · Accepted Answer

Weather, solar flares, a school bus drove by, a neighbor sneezed. Basically, you need to carry the antenna around to different locations and run your channel scan again. I tried the tv stand, then the window (unfortunately facing the opposite direction from where the broadcast signals originated) and then finally I put it in the attic. 52 channels, no interference, no drop outs. Go to https://www.fcc.gov/media/engineering/dtvmaps to find out where your signals are coming from, then try to arrange your antenna to pick them up without too much house in the way.

Answered by kcpdx 7 years ago

greatview · Answer

when you set it up, the TV set will setup the channels you will get when it is done scanning. I have yet to get a channel not received by this item. I would rather have a roof anteanna than buy this product.

Answered by greatview 7 years ago

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G2theLE · Answer

It happens with all antennas. It's based on the signal strength from the television provider.

Lancastrian · Answer

You may be on the fringe for receiving the channel. Try turning the antenna slightly, or move it closer to a window. Weather can affect reception.

KennS · Answer

That happens when there is a signal obstruction. Could be trees, building or clouds. Move antenna or/and rescan. Some channels just may not come in clear.

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