TV channels & antenna towers in Security-Widefield, Colorado
Security-Widefield has 40 TV transmitters within 70 miles, carrying ABC, CBS, NBC, CW, Telemundo and Univision. About 18 stations should come in at fair strength or better with a suitable antenna. The closest tower is KRDO-TV (ABC), 7.9 miles to the W.
Network channels in Security-Widefield
| Station | Channel | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ABCKRDO-TVABC | 13 | 7.9 mi | 269° W | Strong | Colorado Springs, CO |
| UNIKVSN-DTUnivision | 48 | 7.9 mi | 269° W | Strong | Pueblo, CO |
| CWKXTU-LDCW | 57 | 7.9 mi | 269° W | Fair | Colorado Springs, CO |
| CWKXRM-TVCW | 21.2 | 7.9 mi | 269° W | Good | Colorado Springs, CO |
| CBSKKTVCBS | 11 | 8.0 mi | 269° W | Strong | Colorado Springs, CO |
| NBCKOAA-TVNBC | 5 | 8.0 mi | 268° W | Strong | Pueblo, CO |
| TLMKTLO-LDTelemundo | 46 | 8.8 mi | 310° NW | Good | Colorado Springs, CO |
| UNIKCECUnivision | 14 | 69 mi | 337° NNW | Weak | Boulder, CO |
Over-the-air TV in Security-Widefield
Security-Widefield, Colorado has a population of about 32,900. Our map shows 40 licensed TV transmitters inside a 70-mile radius: 10 full-power, 1 Class A, 18 low-power and 11 translators. Based on each transmitter's power, antenna height and distance, 18 are likely to arrive at fair strength or better, and 10 at good or strong strength.
16 of them are within 25 miles of Security-Widefield, 10 sit 25 to 45 miles away and 14 are more than 45 miles out. Five of the 8 network stations in range are licensed to Colorado Springs, so most of the network channels you will find here come from Colorado Springs's stations.
The strongest network signals here are ABC on channel 13 (KRDO-TV), CBS on channel 11 (KKTV), NBC on channel 5 (KOAA-TV), CW on channel 21.2 (KXRM-TV), Telemundo on channel 46 (KTLO-LD) and Univision on channel 48 (KVSN-DT). No Fox affiliate is listed within 70 miles; the nearest one in our data is KDVR in Denver, CO, 73 miles to the north. Spanish-language viewers can pick up Telemundo (good signal) and Univision (strong signal). 4 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 Security-Widefield
Point your antenna W, at about 269°. The main network towers for Security-Widefield sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.
Five network stations, KRDO-TV, KVSN-DT, KXRM-TV, KKTV and KOAA-TV, transmit from the same tower site about 7.9 miles west of Security-Widefield (269° W). Point at that site and a single antenna setting picks them all up.
Of the 5 full-power and Class A network signals that reach Security-Widefield at fair strength or better, all arrive from the west, so this is an easy place to aim.
All of the main network towers are within their radio horizon as seen from Security-Widefield, so signals arrive fairly directly and a well-placed antenna should hold them steadily.
Antenna and amplifier advice for Security-Widefield
The farthest main network tower for Security-Widefield is KOAA-TV (NBC), 8.0 miles away with a strong estimated signal. That is why we suggest an indoor antenna here. Viewers who do not need that station can often manage with less.
KRDO-TV is only 7.9 miles away with a strong signal. Signals that strong can overload an amplifier, so start without one and add it only if distant channels are missing. Read when an amplifier helps.
Other stations near Security-Widefield
Full-power independents, low-power stations and translators that relay a bigger station's signal. Showing the closest 25 of 32; see all in the finder.
| Station | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| KWHS-LDLow power | 7.9 mi | 269° W | Fair | Colorado Springs, CO |
| K30JM-DLow power | 7.9 mi | 269° W | Good | Colorado Springs, CO |
| KTSCFull power | 7.9 mi | 269° W | Good | Pueblo, CO |
| KZCS-LDLow power | 8.0 mi | 268° W | Good | Colorado Springs, CO |
| K11XJ-DLow power | 11 mi | 336° NNW | Fair | Colorado Springs, CO |
| K17OE-DLow power | 11 mi | 336° NNW | Good | Colorado Springs, CO |
| KTNP-LDLow power | 11 mi | 336° NNW | Fair | Colorado Springs, CO |
| K07PA-DTranslator | 13 mi | 307° NW | Poor | Manitou Springs, CO |
| KJCS-LDLow power | 15 mi | 277° W | Fair | Colorado Springs, CO |
| K28GE-DLow power | 25 mi | 311° NW | Weak | Woodland Park, CO |
| K19MN-DTranslator | 25 mi | 311° NW | Weak | Lake George, CO |
| K36JB-DTranslator | 26 mi | 271° W | Weak | Cripple Creek, CO |
| KTLP-LDLow power | 27 mi | 162° SSE | Weak | Pueblo, CO |
| KGHB-CDClass A | 27 mi | 162° SSE | Fair | Pueblo, Etc., CO |
| K23OU-DTranslator | 28 mi | 163° SSE | Fair | Pueblo, CO |
| K13ZI-DTranslator | 33 mi | 227° SW | Poor | Colorado Springs, CO |
| K19DY-DTranslator | 33 mi | 227° SW | Poor | Canon City, CO |
| K28KC-DTranslator | 33 mi | 227° SW | Poor | Canon City, CO |
| KQAF-LDLow power | 33 mi | 165° SSE | Weak | Pueblo / la Junta, CO |
| K05MD-DLow power | 48 mi | 338° NNW | Poor | Cripple Creek, Etc., CO |
| K29HM-DTranslator | 48 mi | 296° WNW | Poor | Lake George, CO |
| K19LA-DLow power | 54 mi | 136° SE | Poor | Pueblo / Rocky Ford, CO |
| K09DY-DTranslator | 56 mi | 220° SW | Poor | Westcliffe, CO |
| K07BW-DTranslator | 56 mi | 220° SW | Poor | Westcliffe, CO |
| K16KA-DLow power | 58 mi | 196° SSW | Poor | Pueblo, CO |
How Security-Widefield compares with the rest of Colorado
With 18 stations at fair strength or better, Security-Widefield ranks 112th of 225 places in Colorado: the same as the typical Colorado town (18). Its nearest major network tower is 7.9 miles away, against a state median of 18 miles.
14% of Colorado's cities and towns get the same recommendation: an indoor antenna. The nearest larger city is Colorado Springs, 8.3 miles away.
Setting up an antenna in Security-Widefield: step by step
- Place the antenna high on a window or wall that faces the towers. Upstairs is better than downstairs.
- Point it toward 268° W, the direction of KOAA-TV (NBC), 8.0 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 18 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 Security-Widefield, CO?
ABC is on channel 13 from KRDO-TV, broadcasting from 7.9 miles W of Security-Widefield. Estimated signal: strong.
What channel is CBS in Security-Widefield, CO?
CBS is on channel 11 from KKTV, broadcasting from 8.0 miles W of Security-Widefield. Estimated signal: strong.
What channel is NBC in Security-Widefield, CO?
NBC is on channel 5 from KOAA-TV, broadcasting from 8.0 miles W of Security-Widefield. Estimated signal: strong.
What channel is CW in Security-Widefield, CO?
CW is on channel 21.2 from KXRM-TV, broadcasting from 7.9 miles W of Security-Widefield. Estimated signal: good.
What channel is Telemundo in Security-Widefield, CO?
Telemundo is on channel 46 from KTLO-LD, broadcasting from 8.8 miles NW of Security-Widefield. Estimated signal: good.
How many channels can I get with an antenna in Security-Widefield?
40 transmitters within 70 miles of Security-Widefield; around 18 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 Security-Widefield?
Point your antenna W, at about 269°. The main network towers for Security-Widefield sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.
What kind of antenna do I need in Security-Widefield?
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 Security-Widefield?
KRDO-TV is only 7.9 miles away with a strong signal. Signals that strong can overload an amplifier, so start without one and add it only if distant channels are missing. Read when an amplifier helps.
Is there an app to find TV towers in Security-Widefield?
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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- Air Force Academy19 mi
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- Gleneagle21 mi
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More: all TV stations in Colorado · West region · antenna buying guide · how to aim an antenna. Distances are straight-line from the center of Security-Widefield; signal estimates ignore terrain.