[TBN+] TBN television visual and audio are cutting in and out and has been doing so for several days now.

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Nova T Smith
8 months ago In TBN+
TBN television visual and audio are cutting in and out and has been doing so for several days now.

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8 months ago

Hi! I’m sorry to hear that the visual and audio on TBN+ have been cutting in and out for several days. Let’s see if we can get that sorted out together.

To start, could you tell me a bit more about how you’re watching TBN+? For example, are you using a web browser on your Windows 10 device, or are you using an app? Also, have you noticed if the problem happens all the time or only at certain times?

In the meantime, here is a straightforward checklist you can follow to help resolve common visual and audio issues with the TBN+ streaming service on a Windows device:

1. Check Your Internet Connection: Streaming issues often happen if the network connection is unstable. Try running a speed test to ensure you have sufficient bandwidth (at least 5 Mbps is recommended).

2. Restart the App or Web Browser: Since you're using WebKit on Windows, close the browser completely and then reopen it to watch TBN+ again.

3. Clear Browser Cache and Cookies: Sometimes, corrupted data stored by the browser causes playback glitches.
- In your browser settings, find the options to clear browsing data.
- Select cache and cookies, then clear them.

4. Update Your Browser: Outdated browsers can cause compatibility issues. Ensure your browser is updated to the latest version available for Windows 10.

5. Disable Browser Extensions: Some extensions, especially ad blockers or privacy tools, might interfere with streaming. Try disabling them and testing again.

6. Log Out and Log Back In: If you are logged into a TBN+ account, try logging out and then logging back in.

7. Try a Different Browser or Device: If possible, test watching TBN+ from another browser on your Windows 10 machine or another device to rule out device-specific issues.

If you have already attempted any of these steps, please let me know which ones, and we can dig deeper into settings like video quality or your account status. If needed, I can help guide you through advanced troubleshooting or check if there are known outages or app updates.

Does that sound like a good place to start? I’m here to help until things are working smoothly for you.

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Nova T Smith
8 months ago

I have been watching TBN for years with an outdoor antenna. In the last few days, the video and audio are cutting in and out with static.

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8 months ago

Thanks for sharing that you’ve been using an outdoor antenna for TBN and are now getting video and audio cutting out with static. That helps clarify that this is not related to the TBN+ streaming app but to your over-the-air (OTA) antenna setup.

Here’s a step-by-step plan tailored to your outdoor antenna reception issues:

1. Check Antenna Alignment and Connection:
Sometimes weather or external factors can slightly move an outdoor antenna or loosen its cables. Make sure your antenna is properly aligned toward the broadcast towers for TBN in your area. Also, check all cable connections from the antenna to your TV or tuner box to ensure they are secure and free of corrosion/damage.

2. Inspect Coaxial Cable and Splitters:
Damaged or aging coaxial cables can cause signal interference, which leads to picture and sound cutting out with static. If you have any splitters or adapters, try bypassing them temporarily to see if your signal improves.

3. Rescan for Channels:
Sometimes channels get shifted or updated by broadcasters. Use your TV or tuner settings to perform a channel rescan to refresh the list and signal locking.

4. Check for Interference:
Nearby electronic devices or strong lighting can interfere with antenna signals. Try turning off other devices near your antenna or TV to reduce any possible interference.

5. Test With a Different Device:
If possible, connect the antenna to another TV or tuner to see if the issue persists, which helps isolate whether the problem is with the antenna or your current TV.

6. Consider Weather or Environmental Factors:
Heavy rain, snow, or new buildings/obstructions near the antenna location can temporarily degrade reception. If the problem came on suddenly and lasts days, that might be worth considering.

7. If Problems Persist:
- You may need to upgrade or replace your antenna if it’s old or damaged.
- Contact your local broadcast station or use an online service like AntennaWeb to check signal strength in your area.

If after these steps the issue remains unsolved or if you want to troubleshoot TBN+ streaming app separately (in case you use both antenna and internet streaming), just let me know!

Would you like guidance on checking antenna alignment or rescanning channels on your Windows setup, or help with streaming through TBN+ app as well?

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Nova T Smith
8 months ago

I have three televisions in my home attached to the same outdoor antenna. All of my channels are receiving clearly as except TBN which is cutting in and out on all three televisions. I have been using an outdoor antenna for many years and TBN has been accessible for all these years until the last several days. All of my other channels continue to transmit clearly and stable; it is just TBN. Thank you. TBN is the channel that I watch most often.

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8 months ago

Thanks for your detailed info about your setup — three TVs all connected to the same outdoor antenna and only TBN cutting out while all other channels are stable. That’s a very useful clue and helps narrow things down.

Since all your TVs experience the same issue only with TBN, it’s likely not a problem with the TVs or cabling inside your home but rather something affecting just TBN’s broadcast signal to your antenna.

Here are some steps focused on this scenario:

1. Check TBN’s Broadcast Status in Your Area
- Occasionally, specific broadcasters do maintenance, change frequencies, or experience outages that affect just their channel. To verify this, you can:
- Visit TBN’s website or social media for any announcements about signal interruptions.
- Use an OTA signal lookup tool like AntennaWeb or TV Fool and confirm TBN’s transmitting channel frequency and signal strength for your location.

2. Perform a Channel Rescan on All TVs
- Even if other channels work fine, TBN might have shifted frequency recently. Rescanning will refresh your TV tuners’ channel lists and tune to the correct frequency if changed.

3. Inspect Your Antenna Position and Condition
- Though you haven’t had issues with other channels, TBN’s channel might be broadcast on a different frequency band (UHF vs. VHF), which is received differently.
- Confirm if your antenna is optimized for the frequency band TBN is broadcasting on. Sometimes a slight repositioning or upgrading to a broader range antenna helps.
- Check for any new obstructions near your antenna (new buildings, trees, or antennas nearby emitting interference).

4. Check Outdoor Equipment for Damage or Corrosion
- Even if other channels work, damage to any preamplifier or specific cable connections can affect weak or more distant signals—TBN’s signal might be lower strength.
- Inspect all outdoor coaxial cable connections, connectors, and any mast amplifier for signs of corrosion or water damage.

5. Try a Mast Amplifier or Signal Booster
- If TBN’s signal strength is borderline, adding a high-quality mast amplifier or inline signal booster rated for digital TV can improve reception selectively for weak channels.

6. Contact TBN or Local Broadcast Authority
- If these steps don’t resolve it, reaching out to TBN customer support or your local broadcast authority can confirm if there is a wider issue or update you on any transmission changes.

In summary, since all TVs are affected and only TBN cuts in and out, it’s almost certainly due to TBN’s signal being weaker or shifted in frequency recently, or an antenna issue tuned to that specific broadcast.

If you want, I can guide you through rescanning channels step-by-step on your TVs or help you check your antenna’s specifications and alignment more precisely.

Would you like me to help you with that, or do you have any questions on what I’ve covered so far?

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Nova T Smith
8 months ago

I will try re-scanning. Thank you.

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8 months ago

Thanks for asking about rescanning in the TBN+ Stream Christian TV app! From the information I found, there isn’t a specific “rescan” function like you might find in traditional TV tuners because TBN+ is an internet streaming service rather than an over-the-air broadcast. The app automatically refreshes its channel lineup and content based on the internet feed.

However, if you’re experiencing streaming issues with the TBN+ app, here are some quick steps that act like a “rescan” to refresh the app’s content:

1. Close and Restart the TBN+ App: Exit the app completely and then reopen it. This forces the app to reconnect to TBN’s streaming servers.

2. Log Out and Log Back In: If you’re signed into an account, try logging out and then logging back in to refresh your session.

3. Clear App Cache (if available): Some devices allow clearing cached data in the app settings, which can resolve stuck or corrupted streaming info.

4. Check for App Updates: Make sure your TBN+ app is updated to the latest version for improved stability.

5. Restart Your Device: A full reboot of the Windows 10 device can clear temporary glitches.

6. Try a Different Browser or Streaming Device: Since you’re on WebKit on Windows, testing TBN+ on a different browser or device also helps isolate problems.

If you want to check support FAQs or contact TBN+ support for specific app guidance, you can visit their official help site here: TBN+ Customer Support

So, while there isn’t a traditional rescan like OTA TVs have, these steps refresh your streaming connection and channel availability in the TBN+ app. Let me know if you want guidance walking through any of these on your device!

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