TV channels & antenna towers in Phil Campbell, Alabama

Phil Campbell has 21 TV transmitters within 70 miles, carrying CW. About 6 stations should come in at fair strength or better with a suitable antenna. The closest tower is W20DF-D, 11 miles to the NNW.

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21TV transmitters within 70 miles

1networks over the air

11 mito the closest tower

1,235population

Network channels in Phil Campbell

Station	Channel	Distance	Point antenna	Est. signal	Licensed to
CWWHDFCW	15	55 mi	36° NE	Fair	Florence, AL
CWWDBBCW	17	62 mi	165° SSE	Good	Bessemer, AL

Over-the-air TV in Phil Campbell

Phil Campbell is a small community of about 1,240 people in Alabama. There are 21 licensed TV transmitters within 70 miles: 5 full-power, 3 Class A, 12 low-power and 1 translator. Based on each transmitter's power, antenna height and distance, 6 are likely to arrive at fair strength or better, and 4 at good or strong strength.

2 of them are within 25 miles of Phil Campbell, 3 sit 25 to 45 miles away and 16 are more than 45 miles out.

The best-placed network stations are CW on channel 17 (WDBB). No ABC affiliate is listed within 70 miles; the nearest one in our data is WAAY-TV in Huntsville, AL, 72 miles to the east. No CBS affiliate is listed within 70 miles; the nearest one in our data is WHNT-TV in Huntsville, AL, 72 miles to the east. 3 full-power stations in range have no network listed in our data; these are typically public television, religious, shopping or independent stations.

Which way to point your antenna in Phil Campbell

The main network towers around Phil Campbell are in different directions: W20DF-D 347° NNW (11 mi), WFIQ 344° NNW (16 mi) and W34FB-D 213° SSW (26 mi). Aim at the farthest one you want first, or use a multi-directional antenna.

All of the main network towers are within their radio horizon as seen from Phil Campbell, so signals arrive fairly directly and a well-placed antenna should hold them steadily.

Antenna and amplifier advice for Phil Campbell

The farthest main network tower for Phil Campbell is W34FB-D, 26 miles away with a fair estimated signal. That is why we suggest an amplified indoor or attic antenna here. Viewers who do not need that station can often manage with less.

An amplifier only helps here if you run a long cable (over about 50 feet) or split the antenna to several TVs. Otherwise better placement does more. See the amplifier guide.

Other stations near Phil Campbell

Full-power independents, low-power stations and translators that relay a bigger station's signal.

Station	Distance	Point antenna	Est. signal	Licensed to
W20DF-DLow power	11 mi	347° NNW	Good	Russellville, AL
WFIQFull power	16 mi	344° NNW	Strong	Florence, AL
W34FB-DLow power	26 mi	213° SSW	Fair	Hamilton, AL
W24EP-DClass A	38 mi	238° WSW	Weak	Fulton, MS
W25FC-DLow power	42 mi	147° SSE	Poor	Jasper, AL
WSFG-LDTranslator	47 mi	170° S	Poor	Berry, AL
WSSF-LDLow power	47 mi	188° S	Poor	Fayette, AL
WYAM-LDLow power	48 mi	72° ENE	Poor	Priceville, AL
WCQT-LDLow power	51 mi	104° ESE	Poor	Cullman, AL
WHBH-CDClass A	53 mi	267° W	Poor	Booneville, MS
W14EQ-DLow power	55 mi	256° WSW	Poor	Tupelo, MS
W21EC-DLow power	61 mi	263° W	Poor	Tupelo, MS
WSESFull power	62 mi	165° SSE	Good	Tuscaloosa, AL
W33EB-DLow power	62 mi	341° NNW	Poor	Olive Hill, TN
WMAE-TVFull power	63 mi	290° WNW	Poor	Booneville, MS
WTZT-CDClass A	64 mi	59° ENE	Poor	Athens, AL
WDDY-LDLow power	65 mi	304° NW	Poor	Corinth, MS
W30ES-DLow power	68 mi	216° SW	Poor	Columbus, MS
WUDX-LDLow power	70 mi	204° SSW	Poor	Tuscaloosa, AL

How Phil Campbell compares with the rest of Alabama

With 6 stations at fair strength or better, Phil Campbell ranks 301st of 314 places in Alabama: fewer than the typical Alabama town (16). Its nearest major network tower is 55 miles away, against a state median of 22 miles.

43% of Alabama's cities and towns get the same recommendation: an amplified indoor or attic antenna. The nearest larger city is Florence, 31 miles away.

Setting up an antenna in Phil Campbell: step by step

Mount the antenna in the attic or high on the wall facing the towers, keeping the cable to the TV as short as you can.
Point it toward 213° SSW, the direction of W34FB-D, 26 miles away. Closer stations usually come in even off-axis.
Run a full channel scan on your TV (usually Settings → Channels → Auto program; the name varies by brand).
Expect around 6 stations, each with a few subchannels. If one you want is missing, turn the antenna 5–10° toward it and scan again.
Rescan every few months, or whenever a channel disappears; stations occasionally change frequency.

Frequently asked questions

What channel is CW in Phil Campbell, AL?

CW is on channel 17 from WDBB, broadcasting from 62 miles SSE of Phil Campbell. Estimated signal: good.

How many channels can I get with an antenna in Phil Campbell?

21 transmitters within 70 miles of Phil Campbell; around 6 of them are likely to be receivable with amplified indoor or attic antenna. Each station usually carries several subchannels, so the total channel count after a scan is higher.

Which direction should I point my TV antenna in Phil Campbell?

What kind of antenna do I need in Phil Campbell?

Amplified indoor or attic antenna (25–45 miles). Towers are at medium range. An amplified indoor antenna can work; an attic-mounted antenna is the safer choice. The towers are spread over about 134° of the compass, so a multi-directional antenna or a rotator will help.

Do I need an antenna amplifier in Phil Campbell?

An amplifier only helps here if you run a long cable (over about 50 feet) or split the antenna to several TVs. Otherwise better placement does more. See the amplifier guide.

Is there an app to find TV towers in Phil Campbell?

Yes. The free RCA Signal Finder app for iPhone and Android uses your phone's GPS and compass to show which way each tower is from where you stand.

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More: all TV stations in Alabama · South region · antenna buying guide · how to aim an antenna. Distances are straight-line from the center of Phil Campbell; signal estimates ignore terrain.