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I missed my favorite show. Can I get a copy of it? |
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FOX Broadcasting does not distribute or sell videos of any of shows, specials or movies aired on the Network. You should try to locate a friend or family member who taped the show when it aired. The Network "leases" its shows from the production company for broadcast. The production companies own ALL the rights to video distribution. Occasionally, the production companies will provide a number at the end of a special where the viewer can purchase an authorized video release. |
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How can I get tickets to a taping of my favorite FOX primetime show? |
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DRAMAS are closed sets and do not allow audiences to view while filming. Most SITCOMS welcome audiences. When plans to visit the Los Angeles area are confirmed, call Audiences Unlimited at 1-818-753-3470 for tickets. Or visit their website at www.tvtickets.com |
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How can I contact my favorite show/celebrity or, who can I write if my favorite show has been cancelled? |
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You can send an e-mail to askfox@fox.com or through U.S. mail to this address: FOX Broadcasting Company Please be sure to include the SHOW TITLE and/or STAR'S NAME on the mailing envelope or in the subject line of your e-mail. |
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I saw a video story on your website, but now it's gone. Do you keep a video archive? |
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No. Unfortunately, we don't archive most of the news stories on the website. The news department posts between 5-10 stories each night and most are set to expire in 2 weeks. Each file is very large, and we don't have the space to archive them all on the web. You may request a VHS dub of a story, but there is a charge. |
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Why are there so many re-runs in prime time? |
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A full season for most shows is 22-26 episodes. A "typical" television season runs for 8-9 months. If a show produced 26 episodes, that's still only 6 months of television to span over 8-9 months - re-runs and specials fill-in the other weeks. |
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I have a satellite dish, but I can't get Fox 61 WTIC on it, I was told to get a waiver, but where do I start? |
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All requests for satellite waivers must be submitted by your satellite company through an automated website called Decision Mark. Only requests sent in by your satellite provider will be considered. If you have any questions about the waiver process, or if you have already been denied a waiver, log onto www.shva.com. It has the full text of the Satellite Home Viewer Improvement Act, a FAQ section, as well as a summarized version. |
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Why are the television commercials louder than the shows? |
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The people who make television commercials compress the audio. The spaces between words become squeezed together in an attempt to make the maximum use out of a mere 30 seconds. In this process, all words become virtually identical in volume - a volume that appears to "peak" on audio meters. Television movies and programs also have audio levels that peak, but this occurs much more infrequently. Generally the producers of noncommercial programming prefer having a variety of audio levels. Quiet moments can be used for great dramatic effects. There is no time for that luxury in the much-shorter commercials. |
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Why do you only run one NFL game some Sundays? |
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Under the terms of the NFL contract Fox and CBS are limited to a total of 3 games every Sunday. On weeks when CBS has two we have one. When they have one Fox 61 has two. Fox 61 always has, and always will carry every NFL game we are legally entitled to carry. |
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Can I get a copy of a story I saw on Fox 61's News At Ten? |
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Fox 61 WTIC-TV can create video dubs (copies) of stories for the public, however, WTIC-TV reserves the right to grant or deny any video dub request. Dubs for use in legal matters must be subpoenaed. Here's how to order a copy of a story |
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