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Aug 2021
Improvement expected for Ripon TV viewers after transmitter fire
The operator of Bilsdale transmitter has said it anticipates “significant improvement” to television coverage in Masham and Ripon.
Fire crews were called to the mast last week after reports of smoke was reported coming from the area.
The loss of the transmitter is affecting parts of Harrogate, Boroughbridge, Kirkby Malzeard, Knaresborough, Masham, Pateley Bridge, Ripon and other locations that rely on a signal that serves the Tyne Tees region.
An update issued by the mast operator, Arqiva, last night said that it now expected to be able to give better television coverage to Masham and Ripon.
It said a 15m mast was planned for Arncliffe Wood as part of the response to the fire. However, wider coverage is not expected to return until August 28.
A statement from Arqiva said:
Read more:
- Still no TV or radio services for district residents after transmitter fire
- Harrogate district TV and radio coverage disrupted by mast fire
Meanwhile, Freeview has issued advice to TV viewers who continue to have problems with their coverage.
It includes using online streaming, such as BBC iPlayer and ITV Hub, and on-demand services.
Freeview said repositioning aerials to pick up service from another transmitter was an option. But the company added that an accredited installer should be employed to carry out the work.
It said:
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