Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Can anyone get a program broadcast on Channel 97?A: Yes! Checkout out our Submissions guidelines.
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Q: How do I learn how to make a video for Channel 97? Are there classes?A: Training are scheduled at least once a month. Get on our announcement list here to get the notification.
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Q: Where are the instructions for submitting a video or anything else to air on Ch.97?A: Please carefully read Submissions guidelines before submitting anything to FCPAN.
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Q: I would like someone else to make a video. Can someone at FCPAN do that for me?
A: FCPAN is run by volunteers. If you have a great idea, we can send it out to our volunteers and see if anyone would like to help produce your idea. Contact Shannell the volunteer director for more help.
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Q: How do I volunteer for FCPAN?
A: Contact Shannell by email. She will ask you to sign up on the email list.
You can save time by doing it here: http://fcpan.org/mailman/listinfo/volunteer_fcpan.orgNote: Signing up on the list will not get a response from the volunteer director. You must contact her directly.
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Q: How do I donate to FCPAN?A: To donate or to underwrite programming on FCPAN contact Pam Stevens
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Q: I don't have cable. Can I access channel 97 over the web?
A: If you do not have Comcast cable you cannot get FCPAN. You can get basic cable now for $16. Comcast does not promote this fact, but it is true.
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Q: Where can I see your programming schedule?A: On our program schedule. If you have further questions about past shows or when something will air again, email the Program Director.
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Q: Do you have equipment that can be used by the public?A: Absolutely. You have to go through our training processes for using the cameras, lights and the microphones. The equipment may only be used to create programming that eventually plays on FCPAN Ch. 97. To get that training contact THE TRAINER. There is also $40 annual equipment fee.
If you have been certified to use our equipment then you can check it out by calling 315-2497 or contact THE TRAINER.
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Q: Can I make a video that just happens to also promote a for-profit business?
Q: Can everyone in my video just happen to be wearing sandwich boards mentioning a for-profit business?
Q: Can I make a very useful, informative video that just mentions that you can get more information by contacting a for-profit business.A: It is against the rules of a non-commercial TV station to run commercial programming. For-profit businesses may be mentioned, but only in passing, in the credits, "thanks to" etc. Be very conservative. If you have questions about this, please save yourself some time before you produce a video, and just Email Us or call 970-581-2730. We use PBS guidelines. You can view them here. A shorter page about underwriting guidelines can be found here.
If you would like to promote your business on Ch.97 you can do so very affordably by becoming an FCPAN underwriter.