TV channels & antenna towers in Rector, Arkansas

Rector has 12 TV transmitters within 70 miles, carrying ABC, Fox, CW and ION. About 6 stations should come in at fair strength or better with a suitable antenna. The closest tower is K27OY-D, 14 miles to the NNW.

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12TV transmitters within 70 miles

4networks over the air

14 mito the closest tower

1,840population

Network channels in Rector

Station	Channel	Distance	Point antenna	Est. signal	Licensed to
IONKJTB-LDION	36.2	33 mi	222° SW	Poor	Paragould, AR
FOXKJNE-LDFox	42	33 mi	220° SW	Weak	Jonesboro, AR
ABCKPOB-TVABC	15	38 mi	347° NNW	Fair	Poplar Bluff, MO
FOXKJNB-CDFox	39	39 mi	249° WSW	Weak	Jonesboro, AR
CWKAITCW	8.3	44 mi	234° SW	Good	Jonesboro, AR

Over-the-air TV in Rector

Rector is a small community of about 1,840 people in Arkansas. There are 12 licensed TV transmitters within 70 miles: 4 full-power, 1 Class A, 5 low-power and 2 translators. Based on each transmitter's power, antenna height and distance, 6 are likely to arrive at fair strength or better, and 3 at good or strong strength.

1 of them is within 25 miles of Rector, 8 sit 25 to 45 miles away and 3 are more than 45 miles out. Three of the 5 network stations in range are licensed to Jonesboro, so most of the network channels you will find here come from Jonesboro's stations.

The best-placed network stations are ABC on channel 15 (KPOB-TV), Fox on channel 42 (KJNE-LD), CW on channel 8.3 (KAIT) and ION on channel 36.2 (KJTB-LD). No CBS affiliate is listed within 70 miles; the nearest one in our data is WREG-TV in Memphis, TN, 79 miles to the south. No NBC affiliate is listed within 70 miles; the nearest one in our data is WMC-TV in Memphis, TN, 79 miles to the south. 2 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 Rector

The main network towers around Rector are in different directions: ABC 347° NNW (38 mi) and Fox 249° WSW (39 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 Rector, so signals arrive fairly directly and a well-placed antenna should hold them steadily.

Antenna and amplifier advice for Rector

The farthest main network tower for Rector is KJNB-CD (Fox), 39 miles away with a weak estimated signal. That is why we suggest an outdoor directional antenna here. Viewers who do not need that station can often manage with less.

At this distance a low-noise preamplifier mounted on the mast, right below the antenna, helps more than an amplifier near the TV. It boosts the signal before cable loss eats into it. See the amplifier guide.

Other stations near Rector

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

Station	Distance	Point antenna	Est. signal	Licensed to
K27OY-DTranslator	14 mi	335° NNW	Fair	Memphis, TN
K17LV-DLow power	30 mi	339° NNW	Fair	Poplar Bluff, MO
KTEJFull power	36 mi	227° SW	Good	Jonesboro, AR
K24NY-DLow power	44 mi	234° SW	Poor	Jonesboro, AR
WANF-LDLow power	47 mi	106° ESE	Poor	Dyersburg, TN
KVTJ-DTFull power	47 mi	196° SSW	Good	Jonesboro, AR
KJBW-LDLow power	50 mi	56° NE	Poor	New Madrid, MO

How Rector compares with the rest of Arkansas

With 6 stations at fair strength or better, Rector ranks 152nd of 214 places in Arkansas: fewer than the typical Arkansas town (10). Its nearest major network tower is 33 miles away, against a state median of 29 miles.

50% of Arkansas's cities and towns get the same recommendation: an outdoor directional antenna. The nearest larger city is Paragould, 18 miles away.

Setting up an antenna in Rector: step by step

Mount an outdoor antenna on the roof or a mast, as high as you can safely get it, with a clear view toward the towers.
Point it toward 249° WSW, the direction of KJNB-CD (Fox), 39 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 ABC in Rector, AR?

ABC is on channel 15 from KPOB-TV, broadcasting from 38 miles NNW of Rector. Estimated signal: fair.

What channel is Fox in Rector, AR?

Fox is on channel 42 from KJNE-LD, broadcasting from 33 miles SW of Rector. Estimated signal: weak.

What channel is CW in Rector, AR?

CW is on channel 8.3 from KAIT, broadcasting from 44 miles SW of Rector. Estimated signal: good.

How many channels can I get with an antenna in Rector?

12 transmitters within 70 miles of Rector; around 6 of them are likely to be receivable with outdoor directional 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 Rector?

The main network towers around Rector are in different directions: ABC 347° NNW (38 mi) and Fox 249° WSW (39 mi). Aim at the farthest one you want first, or use a multi-directional antenna.

What kind of antenna do I need in Rector?

Outdoor directional antenna (45–70 miles). Some major towers are a long way off. Mount a directional antenna on the roof or a mast and aim it with the bearings below. The towers are spread over about 98° of the compass, so a multi-directional antenna or a rotator will help.

Do I need an antenna amplifier in Rector?

Is there an app to find TV towers in Rector?

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 Arkansas · South region · antenna buying guide · how to aim an antenna. Distances are straight-line from the center of Rector; signal estimates ignore terrain.