KRNE-TV
Full power TV station · Merriman, Nebraska
KRNE-TV is a full power over-the-air TV station, licensed to Merriman, Nebraska. Its signal is estimated to reach about 8 cities and towns within 58 miles.
About KRNE-TV
Full-power stations are the main licensed broadcasters in a market. They may run the highest power from the tallest towers and are protected from interference, so they set the core of what you can receive.
At 75 kW effective radiated power, KRNE-TV runs more power than 34% of full-power TV stations nationwide (median: 273 kW). Stations on VHF channels are licensed at much lower power than UHF stations to cover the same area, so a low figure does not always mean a weak signal.
Its antenna sits 322 m above the average surrounding terrain, higher than 37% of full-power stations. Taller antennas see farther: this one's radio horizon is roughly 54 miles, beyond which the signal fades quickly.
We estimate a fair-or-better signal out to about 58 miles with an outdoor antenna. That area includes 8 cities and towns in our guide with about 10,100 residents.
Station facts
| Network | Independent / not listed |
| Virtual channel | Not listed |
| Station type | Full power (DTV) |
| City of license | Merriman, NE |
| Tower location | 42.67686, -101.71128 |
| Effective radiated power | 75 kW |
| Antenna height (HAAT) | 322 m (1,056 ft) |
| FCC facility ID | 47971 |
| License status | Licensed |
Cities that can receive KRNE-TV
Estimated with an outdoor antenna. Direction is from the city toward the tower.
| City | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gordon, NE | 26 mi | 109° ESE | Good |
| Martin, SD | 34 mi | 178° S | Fair |
| Rushville, NE | 38 mi | 94° E | Fair |
| Hyannis, NE | 47 mi | 3° N | Fair |
| Pine Ridge, SD | 49 mi | 119° ESE | Fair |
| Porcupine, SD | 50 mi | 141° SE | Fair |
| Mullen, NE | 56 mi | 322° NW | Fair |
| Rosebud, SD | 58 mi | 229° SW | Fair |
Frequently asked questions
Where is the KRNE-TV transmitter tower?
KRNE-TV broadcasts from a tower at 42.6769, -101.7113, near Gordon, NE. It is licensed to Merriman, Nebraska.
How far does KRNE-TV broadcast?
With an outdoor antenna, reception is usually workable up to about 58 miles from the tower, and possible in good conditions out to roughly 67 miles. Hills and buildings can shorten that.
How many people can watch KRNE-TV with an antenna?
About 10,100 people live in the 8 cities and towns within its estimated fair-signal range, not counting rural residents between them.
Which way do I point my antenna for KRNE-TV?
Open the live finder from your address to get the exact compass bearing to the KRNE-TV tower, or use the table above if your city is listed.