If you are a DirecTV subscriber and unable to access our station on DirecTV, you can still stay connected to our programming.
What you can do:
If you are a DirecTV customer, contact DirectTV at 1-866-KEEP-US-6 (1-866-533-7876) and tell them you want to keep WPTV NewsChannel 5 programming in your channel lineup.
Free Options:
- By antenna: Our signal is always free and available over-the-air. An antenna provides a reliable, high-definition viewing experience. Visit www.thefreeTVproject.org or Tablo TV to find the best antenna for your location.
- On our streaming apps: You can watch our live newscasts and other content by searching for our station on Roku, Amazon Fire TV and other connected TV platforms.
Other Services:
- YouTube TV
- Hulu + Live TV
- Other streaming platforms, as well as cable services in our area
How to Rescan Your TV for Our Free Over-the-Air Signal
- If you are using an antenna, you may need to rescan your TV to find our channel. It’s a simple process that is usually found in your TV’s menu.
- Click the “Menu” button on your remote control.
- In the menu, choose “Channel Setup” or a similar option
- Select “Antenna” or “Tuner.”
- Start a “New Scan” or “Auto Scan.” Your TV will automatically find all available channels.
- If you run into issues, please refer to the product manual that came with your TV.
