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Why do my TV rates increase?
SECV is committed to providing you with the best programming at a reasonable cost. We make every effort to minimize costs but annual adjustments are necessary due to the rising yearly costs of TV programming, network upgrades and the addition of new...
What is SECV's stance on Net Neutrality?
Service Electric Cablevision fully supports an Open Internet. We do not block or throttle consumer access to lawful Internet content. Our commitment to protecting our customer’s online privacy has not changed.  We have not, and will ...
How much is SECV High-Speed Internet, TV and Phone service?
In order to receive the most up-to-date rates please visit www.secv.com and click the "Shop" link to choose the package that best suits your needs. Prices may vary depending on the level of service(s). ...
Why must I be at home during installation?
If your home doesn't have cable access, our technicians need to install and activate cable outlets inside the house. If you live in a house already equipped with cable access, our technicians check for any damage to the cable wiring both inside ...
What is the difference between coaxial cable and fiber- optic cable?
Coaxial cable is pure copper or copper-coated wire surrounded by insulation with an aluminum covering used to transmit television, telephone, and data signals. Fiber- optic cable is also used to deliver the same types of signals, but carries much wi...
Why do I keep losing the same station at the same time for several days in a row?
Every year during the Spring and Fall when the sun passes behind a satellite it causes a disturbance to the satellite signal reception.  During these mini-eclipses, energy from the sun causes degradation in the satellite signal.  You may e...
What is the difference between 4K TV and HD?
The current standard for HD is 1080p, measured by the number of vertical pixels. 4K measures the horizontal pixels instead, and any TV described as 4K will have a resolution of at least 3840 x 2160. The result is a picture with about 8.3 million pix...
Does SECV offer any programming in 4K?
Currently, none of our broadcasters are providing any content in 4K. ...
Can I watch HD on a 4K TV?
Most 4K TVs have the ability to upscale lower resolution video and make full-HD content look great. ...
What is MLB Network Strike Zone?
MLB Network Strike Zone takes viewers on a high-speed trip around MLB during the regular season. When live game telecasts air on MLB Network on Tuesday and Friday nights, MLB Network Strike Zone brings fans to every game, with up-to-the-minute high...