Whenever we are glued to our TVs, the last thing we need is an interruption or an outage of any kind. We can’t, however, avoid these things altogether.
There are times when you find local channels not working on Spectrum. This is usually a frustrating moment, especially if you had prepared to watch your favorite show.
Local channels can stop showing on Spectrum due to a combination of different factors. Whether you are watching spectrum tv on Roku, Xbox, or smart TV, you are bound to face such issues.
If you are getting a specific error, this guide on Spectrum app error codes and their fixes should come in handy.
How to fix missing local channels on Spectrum
The methods to fix missing channels on Spectrum are discussed here:
Method 1: Check your devices’ connectivity
The simplest things are usually the most ignored. When trying to find problems on your Spectrum, check all the basic connections to establish you are not missing anything.
Check the following setups.
- The first step is to check whether the spectrum receiver is turned on.
- The second move is to check your input signal and connections. Verify that your tv is set to the correct input. Whether using an HDMI or coaxial cable. Use your source key on your remote to find the correct input.
- Check the condition of all your connectors. All the cables connecting your device need to be in a good state. This also includes power cables. Make sure the power cables are well inserted to the power source.
- You should also utilize the auto-program feature on your if it is available. This feature is not available on every television set but is a useful one if present. Let the tv program automatically.
Read: How to fix error code IA01 on Spectrum
Method 2: Configure your DNS well
There are moments when you find spectrum tv channels are missing on Roku. This is a result of tampered configurations. This makes it impossible to connect to a stream.
Follow the outlined procedure below to fix this.
- Correct your DNS settings. Your DNS settings have a significant impact on whether you will connect to channels or not. Maintain your DNS to keep connected. Changing your DNS will lead to signal loss.
- Make the necessary software updates on your devices. This will help eliminate minor errors experienced.
- You need also to upgrade your internet speed if you have low bandwidth.
Method 3: Send a refresh signal to the receiver
- Sign in to your Spectrum account from the official website
- Go to my account tab
- Click on the TV option
- Click on the refresh option under the equipment section.
Method 4: Use the Spectrum tv app
With the Spectrum package, you can download the Spectrum app and stream it on your phone.
If you are not able to get all the local tv channels on your phone, disable the parental control feature.
You should also perform a reboot on your devices to establish connections well. This will help your Spectrum channels load afresh.
I spent 3 hours this morning with Spectrum tech support with various agents. None of them had a clue how to solve my problem, which I figured out on my own. If you’re not getting all your stations on your phone or laptop, you have to change the settings in the devices. For Android: make sure location permission is on, allow only while using the app, and UNCHECK precise location (otherwise you will only get some local stations). In Windows, make sure “let desktop apps access your location” is checked. It’s astonishing but not surprising that no one at Spectrum knows these things.
I’ve had spectrum for awhile but do not get local channels why is that?
All local channels are out,is there’s good reason or just provider incompetence?