If you want to get the best reception of your KFXO off-air signal, you may just need a good antenna that is specifically designed for your area.
If you would like more information on the Satellite Home Viewer Improvement Act, you can get the latest information from the FCC at Shvia Info.
More Information on the Waiver Process
In 1999 congress made changes to the Satellite Home Viewer Act or SHVA that gave clarification as to who should or should not receive a distant network signal. According to FCC rules in the U.S. Code of Federal Regulations, the only people that qualify to receive distant network signals are people that cannot pick up the local station and is based on signal strength. These viewers are considered unserved households. Households that receive an adequate signal are considered served households and are not eligible to receive distant network signals. Note: this is not based on whether you have or have not the proper outside antenna to receive the local signal.
If you are in a local viewing area and believe that you are an unserved household, you must have verification of signal level certified by a qualified technician, following FCC guidelines before you can receive a distant network signal. You can request this procedure from your satellite provider, if you feel you qualify. It is your satellite service provider's final determination as to whether or not they may lawfully provide you a distant network signal based on this test. Please understand that these tests are done with an outside antenna. Federal rules state that you cannot be denied the opportunity to use an outside antenna to pickup your local TV stations - and if a satellite dish is allowed, then an outside antenna is allowed, since a satellite dish is an antenna. As required under federal rules, all waiver request must come through your satellite service provider.
KFXO-FOX 39 will not be responding to any phone calls, e-mails or other queries regarding waivers.
If you have questions concerning off air reception you may send them in writing to:
KFXO Fox 39 Off-Air Reception
63140 Britta St. Suite D-101
Bend, OR 97701
Or send an e-mail to Fhere@kfxo.com with "Off-Air Reception" in the subject line. We will not answer any phone queries regarding waivers.
