KZSD-TV
Full power TV station · Martin, South Dakota
KZSD-TV is a full power over-the-air TV station, licensed to Martin, South Dakota. Its signal is estimated to reach about 8 cities and towns within 53 miles.
About KZSD-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 44.7 kW effective radiated power, KZSD-TV runs more power than 25% 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 266 m above the average surrounding terrain, higher than 20% of full-power stations. Taller antennas see farther: this one's radio horizon is roughly 49 miles, beyond which the signal fades quickly.
We estimate a fair-or-better signal out to about 53 miles with an outdoor antenna. That area includes 8 cities and towns in our guide with about 7,420 residents.
Station facts
| Network | Independent / not listed |
| Virtual channel | Not listed |
| Station type | Full power (DTV) |
| City of license | Martin, SD |
| Tower location | 43.43306, -101.55500 |
| Effective radiated power | 44.7 kW |
| Antenna height (HAAT) | 266 m (873 ft) |
| FCC facility ID | 61062 |
| License status | Licensed |
Cities that can receive KZSD-TV
Estimated with an outdoor antenna. Direction is from the city toward the tower.
| City | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal |
|---|---|---|---|
| Martin, SD | 20 mi | 26° NNE | Good |
| Kadoka, SD | 28 mi | 185° S | Fair |
| Rosebud, SD | 38 mi | 292° WNW | Fair |
| Porcupine, SD | 41 mi | 71° ENE | Fair |
| White River, SD | 42 mi | 257° WSW | Fair |
| Philip, SD | 42 mi | 172° S | Fair |
| Mission, SD | 46 mi | 281° WNW | Fair |
| Murdo, SD | 53 mi | 234° SW | Fair |
Frequently asked questions
Where is the KZSD-TV transmitter tower?
KZSD-TV broadcasts from a tower at 43.4331, -101.5550, near Martin, SD. It is licensed to Martin, South Dakota.
How far does KZSD-TV broadcast?
With an outdoor antenna, reception is usually workable up to about 53 miles from the tower, and possible in good conditions out to roughly 61 miles. Hills and buildings can shorten that.
How many people can watch KZSD-TV with an antenna?
About 7,420 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 KZSD-TV?
Open the live finder from your address to get the exact compass bearing to the KZSD-TV tower, or use the table above if your city is listed.