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WEB EXTRA: A solution for U-Verse and DirecTV customers who currently are unable to watch Local 24 and CW30: an HD antenna

The recent contract dispute between Nexstar and AT&T (U-Verse and DirecTV) has created many frustrated customers left in the dark without two of their favor...

MEMPHIS, Tenn.(localmemphis.com) – The recent contract dispute between Nexstar and AT&T(U-Verse and DirecTV) has created many frustrated customers left in the darkwithout two of their favorite channels.

Fortunately, there is asolution which lies in the form of an HD antenna. Any viewer being affected bythe current blackout can purchase an HD TV antenna at any big box retailer likeBest Buy, Target, or Walmart.

Installation is simple. TheHD antenna screws into the coaxial plug in the back of your TV just like theold rabbit ear antennas from years ago.

Best Buy assistant storemanager Dave Thornell says HD antennas serve more than just customers affected bythe blackout.

“For me, for years,I’ve had HD antennas as a back-up, so mine is always connected and I’m able toswitch over so if I do lose some type of satellite feed due to a storm, I’mstill able to get an antenna feed and watch my local channels for importantthings like weather and local news,” says Thornell.

Thornell adds that the HD antenna is a one-time purchase and there are no additional fees or set up charges. For more information on HD antennas available at Best Buy, click here.

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