41NBC/WMGT RESCAN FAQS

Why do I have to rescan my over-the-air Television on June 21st?

In 2017, Congress authorized the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) to hold an auction to provide more channels for wireless broadband services. As a result of the auction, and to comply with the law, 41NBC/WMGT Television is performing upgrades to our transmission towers to enable all of our FREE over-the-air channels (41NBC 41.1, BounceTV/MyNet 41.2, Escape TV 41.4 and Laff TV 41.5) to change frequencies.

On Friday, June 21st, we are moving to our new frequency. This move will impact viewers using an antenna anywhere in Macon, Warner Robins and all over Middle Georgia inside of the Macon Designated Market Area. After the frequency change, viewers watching with an antenna, will still find 41NBC/WMGT-TV on 41.1, BounceTV/MyNet on 41.2, Escape TV on 41.4 and Laff TV on 41.5.

Why can’t I find auto scan using my remote?

All televisions are different. For most TVs, the channel scan prompt is located in the “channel set-up” or “broadcast set-up” menu item. If you cannot find these (or similar) options, check your owner’s manual or search for your television’s specific instructions online.
Find your TV manual online at http://tv.manualsonline.com/

I’ve rescanned multiple times, and I am still not receiving 41NBC/WMGT-TV – What can I do?

If you are using an indoor or outdoor antenna to watch our four channels, you will need to rescan your TV channels. If you rescanned your TV, and you’re still not receiving 41NBC/WMGT-TV you might need to change the position of your antenna, and then rescan again.

Where is the 41NBC WMGT-TV tower and transmitter located?

WMGT TV is located at:
6525 Ocmulgee East Blvd.
Macon, GA 31217

Contact: Mark Rish
Hours of Operation 8:30AM to 5:30PM Monday – Friday
Counties and Cities Served In This Area:

When will all of the work be complete?

This channel change will take place on Friay, June 21st. During a short period prior to June 21st, the station may experience some off-air events to allow the tower crew to work without being exposed to hazardous radiation. We will notify our viewers before going off the air or any low power instances.

I watch 41NBC/WMGT-TV on cable (or satellite). Do I need to rescan?

If you watch 41NBC/WMGT-TV through cable or satellite, no action is necessary. If you are experiencing problems, please contact your service provider. If they say that it is 41NBC/WMGT-TV’S issue, please let us know so we can work with the service provider to resolve the problem.

I have an older TV, and a converter box. Will I need to rescan my channels?

If you have a converter box connected to your TV, you will need to rescan to continue watching 41NBC/WMGT-TV.

41NBC/WMGT-TV’s Member & Audience Services team is available to help. Call them at 478-745-4141 or email feedback@41NBC.com. Regular business hours are Monday–Friday, 8:30 a.m.–5:30 p.m.

If you are using an antenna to view our four channels, please be aware that 41NBC/WMGT-TV has recently moved to a new frequency to make room for wireless services as required by federal law. Antenna users may need to rescan their channels to continue receiving 41NBC/WMGT-TV on 41.1, BounceTV/MyNet on 41.2, Escape TV on 41.4 and Laff TV on 41.5.

Cable and satellite services should not be interrupted. If you are a cable or satellite subscriber, and experience problems, please contact your service provider.

Rescan in Three Steps (for more information visit: TVAnswers.org)

To begin re-scanning, find the remote control that changes your channels.

1. Press Menu
2. Select Channel Setup or Broadcast Setup on the menu (if you can’t find these options, check your owner’s manual or search for your television’s specific instructions online)
3. Choose Auto Programming or Auto Scan, then select Air, then Start.
4. Your TV will automatically rescan available signals so all your channels tune in again.
If you have rescanned and still cannot receive our signal, try changing the position of your antenna.

After you rescan your TV set, we can still be found at our usual channel numbers: 41.1, 41.2, 41.4 and 41.5.

You can obtain more information by calling 41NBC/WMGT-TV’s Member & Audience Services department at 478-745-4141 or emailing feedback@41NBC.com. Regular business hours are Monday–Friday, 8:30 a.m.–5:30 p.m.