Channel Master

08/17/2026

Would you follow your local teams more if you could watch their games for free?

The Orlando Magic are expanding free local broadcast TV access. Could making games easier to watch help professional teams build more fans?

The Orlando Magic are making significantly more of their local games available on free broadcast television. The change means many more Magic games will be available through free over-the-air (OTA) television, giving viewers another way to follow their local NBA team without requiring a traditional....

08/11/2026

Do you use an antenna to watch NFL or college football?

As streaming reshapes how younger consumers watch television, NFL and college football are giving broadcast TV something increasingly valuable: a reason to tune in live. For many viewers, a TV antenna has become a simple, subscription-free complement to streaming.

08/07/2026

What's the best way to power outdoor electronics? We compare today's most common options. 💡

Explore the pros and cons of powering outdoor electronics using electrical wiring, solar, batteries, extension cords, PoE, and Power over Coaxial Cable.

08/06/2026

A smart home works best when everything works together. Learn why choosing a single smart home ecosystem can make setup, control, and automation much simpler.

A look at the evolution of home automation, from X10 and professionally programmed systems to today's smartphone-powered smart homes, and why consistency across devices may be key to a seamless user experience.

08/05/2026

Changing the TV channel once meant turning the antenna on your roof. Explore the fascinating history of one of television's most enduring technologies: the TV antenna rotator. 📺

How a simple rooftop motor became one of television reception's most enduring technologies, and why many continue to rely on one today.

08/04/2026

Every product starts with a question.
For the Channel Master Pro-Floodlight, that question wasn't "What features can we add?" It was "What problem are we trying to solve?"

Our latest article takes you behind the scenes of the Pro-Floodlight's development and explains the engineering philosophy that guided every major design decision, from Power over Coax to Apple Home integration and our focus on simplicity, reliability, and long-term performance.

Inside Look: Pro-Floodlight Design Principals - The Pro-Floodlight is the beginning of a broader approach to smart home products built around purposeful design, dependable performance and close integration with Apple Home.

08/03/2026

Did CBS suddenly disappear from your TV?

If you watch free over-the-air television with an antenna in Albuquerque, Birmingham, Bismarck–Minot, Greenville–Spartanburg–Asheville, Jackson, or Rapid City, the August 1, 2026 CBS broadcast changes may be the reason.

Our latest article explains:

✔ Why CBS moved

✔ Why a channel rescan should always be your first step

✔ Why some viewers may still have trouble receiving the new station

✔ Why this same situation can happen with any TV network in the future

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For many people who watch free over-the-air television with an antenna, reception remains remarkably consistent for years. Then, seemingly overnight, a familiar channel disappears while every other station continues working normally. It is easy to assume that the television, antenna, or another part...

07/31/2026

Learn why some smart devices fail to connect and how to fix it.

A closer look at how modern Wi-Fi routers, mesh networks, and automatic band steering can complicate smart home device setup.

07/31/2026

Stainless steel Riv-Nuts provide a durable, secure connection designed for long-lasting performance.

07/30/2026

Another successful Pro-Model installation is complete, and another happy customer is enjoying reliable over-the-air TV reception.

Built for performance. Installed with confidence.