The decision to not carry AFN Korea is one that is made by your local Korean Cable Operator. There are dozens of Korean cable operators throughout Seoul and we have no information on which CATV companies serve specific areas and no influence or jurisdiction regarding their programming.  

If residing on base, sign up through your MWR cable point of contact. Off-base residents can lease a Direct-to-Home system/AFN decoders through the Army & Air Force Exchange Service to access six AFN channels (AFN News, AFN Sports, AFN Spectrum, AFN Atlantic, AFN Pacific, AFN Movie, AFN Family, AFN Xtra and The Pentagon Channel).  

Scores are shown by whomever is broadcasting the event we are showing. There is no way we can edit or delete these references from programming. We have no control over these programs and advise that you avoid programming that might have the score listed. 

DoD regulation prohibits AFRTS stations from airing commercial advertising. Our programming is supplied by producers for practically nothing. They do it willingly because it supports the military, but also keeps DoD's promise not to make profit on the deal.  

Contractors in the U.S produce many spots. Locally, AFN Korea generates spots on issues of importance to our audience members as identified by commanders throughout USFK.  

They are not intended to do that. However, not everyone understands things on the same level. Spots are produced to help everyone understand important issues.  

Each affiliate station in Korea serves different communities and installations. Announcements that are approved through authorized agencies are broadcast through our Network HQ at Yongsan. The additional information for other areas gives everyone a chance to attend community events and use services at other bases on the peninsula.  

All host nations authorize transmitter locations, power and other guidelines to avoid interference with other TV signals and electronic equipment. We spread the signal as much as possible to cover areas where DoD personnel are concentrated. If residing outside the area of concentration, we suggest looking into the Direct-to-Home (DTH) satellite service.  

AFN Korea and the 1st Signal Brigade share joint responsibility of all AFN Korea broadcasts. AFN Korea is responsible for the programming and internal quality of the signal. Once the signal leaves the AFN Korea, the 1st Signal Brigade is responsible for all delivery systems and quality of broadcast signals.  

The network radio HQ in Seoul provides a mix of live sports, news and information as well as pre-recorded and satellite music programming on our AM and FM channels. Each affiliate stations hosts local morning shows with live DJs. These programs feature music matching the network's format, highlighting local events and announcements of community interest. 

We only have one FM and one AM channel (unless you lease DTH). We attempt to program for the majority of our audience. Most of the music broadcast features a mix of current hits, classic rock, Top 40, urban and rock music. Our AM channel features news, sports, talk, oldies, and country music. 

Unfortunately, no. The agreements that allow AFRTS stations to use copyright materials directs that AFN Korea use music for official AFRTS broadcasts.  

We can only use music acquired by AFRTS.  

FM signals don't bounce everywhere like AM signals do. FM is more line-of-sight, which means if there are obstructions or obstacles between your location and the AFN Korea FM antenna, such as buildings or hills, you're not going to get much. If this is the case, it may be necessary to connect the radio to an external antenna to improve your signal.