Frequently Asked Streaming Questions

  • Q: What do I need to listen live to WVTL online?
  • A: WVTL currently streams in Windows Media Format, all you need is a DSL or better internet connection, and the latest version of Windows Media Player. If you need Windows Media Player, Click Here!

  • Q: I have a MAC, can I still listen?
  • A: Yes, Windows Media Player is available for MAC OS, visit this link to download it.

  • Q: Can I open your stream directly in my media player?
  • A: Yes, the direct stream link is mms://216.69.165.35/WVTL-AM

  • Q: When I try to listen live i get the following message "Windows Media Player cannot play the file because the Player encountered a network error."
  • A: This is a connection failure, it may mean you have lost your internet connection or it may mean that our streaming server is temporarily offline. We try to avoid being offline as much as possible, but in some cases it is unavoidable. Try again a little later and it should be back up. On weekends you may have to wait until monday.

  • Q: What is buffering and how can I get it to stop?
  • A: Buffering is a process where the media player downloads a few seconds of the live stream ahead of actually playing it. This is inteded to improve quality and performance, but at times it can be more of an annoyance if your player continually buffers. In your media player file menu Tools, find and click Options. Find the Performance tab and open it. The default values are often the best, but if you find yourself having performance trouble, including buffering, experiment with the performance settings to get an optimal transmission.

  • Q: I've tried everything, but still get skips and buffering when I listen live.
  • A: Our streaming audio has become very popular, sometimes there are just so many people listening that our server is reaching it's maximum capabilities. Performance also depends upon your internet connection speed and at times, geographic location. We are continually working to improve the performance and technology of our internet radio, the more you listen, the better we will make it!

  • Q: Who can I contact regarding more information about WVTL?
  • A: For any information or questions you might have about WVTL