TV channels & antenna towers in Faleniu, American Samoa
Faleniu has 2 TV transmitters within 70 miles. About 2 stations should come in at fair strength or better with a suitable antenna. The closest tower is K11UU-D, 1.5 miles to the SSE.
Over-the-air TV in Faleniu
Faleniu is a town of about 3,200 people in American Samoa. Within 70 miles of the town center we count 2 licensed TV transmitters. Based on each transmitter's power, antenna height and distance, 2 are likely to arrive at fair strength or better, and 2 at good or strong strength.
2 of them are within 25 miles of Faleniu, 0 sit 25 to 45 miles away and 0 are more than 45 miles out.
No ABC, CBS, NBC or Fox affiliate is listed within 250 miles of Faleniu.
Which way to point your antenna in Faleniu
The nearest towers around Faleniu are in different directions: K11UU-D 165° SSE (1.5 mi) and KBAD-LD 308° NW (1.7 mi). Aim at the farthest one you want first, or use a multi-directional antenna.
All of the nearest towers are within their radio horizon as seen from Faleniu, so signals arrive fairly directly and a well-placed antenna should hold them steadily.
Antenna and amplifier advice for Faleniu
The farthest of the closest towers for Faleniu is KBAD-LD, 1.7 miles away with a good estimated signal. That is why we suggest an indoor antenna here. Skip that station and you may get away with a smaller antenna.
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 TV stations near Faleniu
Full-power independents, low-power stations and translators that relay a bigger station's signal.
| Station | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| K11UU-DLow power | 1.5 mi | 165° SSE | Good | Pago Pago, AS |
| KBAD-LDLow power | 1.7 mi | 308° NW | Good | Pago Pago, AS |
How Faleniu compares with the rest of American Samoa
With 2 stations at fair strength or better, Faleniu ranks 1st of 14 places in American Samoa: the same as the typical American Samoa town (2).
21% of American Samoa's cities and towns get the same recommendation: an indoor antenna.
Setting up an antenna in Faleniu: step by step
- Place the antenna high on a window or wall that faces the towers. Upstairs is better than downstairs.
- Point it toward 308° NW, the direction of KBAD-LD, 1.7 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 2 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
How many channels can I get with an antenna in Faleniu?
2 transmitters within 70 miles of Faleniu; around 2 of them are likely to be receivable with indoor 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 Faleniu?
The nearest towers around Faleniu are in different directions: K11UU-D 165° SSE (1.5 mi) and KBAD-LD 308° NW (1.7 mi). Aim at the farthest one you want first, or use a multi-directional antenna.
What kind of antenna do I need in Faleniu?
Indoor antenna (up to ~25 miles). The main towers are close. A flat indoor antenna near a window facing the towers should pull in the major networks.
Do I need an antenna amplifier in Faleniu?
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 Faleniu?
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.
TV channels in nearby American Samoa cities
- Mapusagafou0.6 mi
- Malaeimi1.0 mi
- Tāfuna1.7 mi
- Vaitogi1.9 mi
- Leone2.8 mi
- Vailoatai3.2 mi
- Pago Pago4.7 mi
- Fagatogo5.0 mi
- Aūa6.7 mi
More: all TV stations in American Samoa · U.S. Territories region · antenna buying guide · how to aim an antenna. Distances are straight-line from the center of Faleniu; signal estimates ignore terrain.