Are you having trouble tuning WQED’s over-the-air television signal?
First, rescan your TV to refresh your channel lineup. Visit fcc.gov/rescan for simple instructions tailored to your TV.
We strongly recommend using “rabbit ear” antennas with fully extended arms (at least 36 inches) and placed as high as possible. Affordable options like this Fosmon tabletop antenna ($13 on Amazon) have worked well for many viewers.
In our experience, the popular flat-panel or ultra-thin antennas do not work as well with low-frequency channels like WQED’s.
In order to further strengthen your reception, consider purchasing an amplified antenna.
If you live outside Allegheny County, consider an outdoor or rooftop antenna. Our engineers suggest:
- Winegard YA7000C with Low VHF extensions ($100 at winegard.com);
- the Winegard HD8200U ($200 at solidsignal.com);
- ChannelMaster Advantage series (longer but narrower, $99-$159 based on range); or
- ChannelMaster Masterpiece series (shorter but wider, $109-$189 based on range).
Before purchasing an antenna or accessories, be sure to check the retailer’s return policy, in case it doesn’t work for your specific location. If you have any questions about these instructions or are still unable to receive our signal, please reach out to us at viewerservices (at) wqed.org.
Livestream Options
Remember: with an Internet connection, you can livestream WQED for free on our website, wqed.org. Many members have found success using the Amazon Fire TV Stick or Google TV Streamer, both of which plug into any television so you can enjoy our livestream on your big screen. WQED’s channels are also available for free using the PBS App, the WQED app in the Roku Channel Store, or within the Amazon Prime app on your smart TV. Visit wqed.org/where-to-watch for additional details.