FM Radio USED to be available
on the TV Cable...
WSKG Radio 89.3 FM is
no longer on the Time-Warner cable system in the Binghamton area.
If you are in another location, please check with your local cable
company.
NOTE: If your cable system has recently
discontinued FM radio, try disconnecting your radio
receiver from cable and hooking up an antenna to improve
reception. The cable can actually BLOCK reception of over-the-air
signals to your radio receiver once the cable company stops sending
radio signals.
General Types
of Antennas
Line cord antenna
The cord that plugs in the wall acts as the antenna. Moving the
cord or plugging it into a different outlet can often improve
reception.
Telescoping whip
antenna
This type of antenna is common on portables. By moving the antenna
around you may find a position that improves reception.
Wire dipole
antenna
This antenna is usually included with stereo receivers and tuners.
It usually connects to two screws on the back of the set. By
experimenting with the position of the two arms of the dipole you
will probably be able to improve reception.
Outdoor Yagi antenna
This type of antenna is the best choice. In fact, it is the type
of antenna we use to receive 89.3 FM from Binghamton at our relay
stations in Vestal, Ithaca, Elmira, Oneonta, and Hornell. It is
directional and can be pointed directly at the station for a
stronger signal. Radio Shack sells an FM-only Yagi antenna for
about $20. It is best to avoid antennas that combine Television and
Radio reception. Be very careful when installing an outdoor
antenna--follow all manufacturer's directions carefully.
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Still need help?
WSKG's engineers may be able to offer further assistance. Call or
e-mail
Dave Frost at WSKG. (607) 729-0100, ext 358 or click here to submit your reception
problem.
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Religious or other format
station
"taking over" WSKG Radio?
We've heard from people whose WSKG Radio reception is
experiencing interference from other radio stations. Some describe
a religious broadcaster, others have heard rock music intrude where
WSKG should be. We believe a natural phenomenon causes this
accidental interference:
An atmospheric condition called "tropospheric ducting." At
certain times of year, weather conditions create this phenomenon
whereby FM radio signals are extended well beyond their normal
boundries. For radio & TV stations, ducting can cause unwanted
interference from distant stations on the same channel.
The effect of "ducting" can be undesired re-broadcast of distant
stations, not only on our main 89.3fm signal, but also on our
repeater stations in Ithaca, Corning, Oneonta and Hornell.
Fortunately, the phenomenon usually lasts for a short period of
time. Unfortunately, it is entirely out of WSKG's control.
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