TV channels & antenna towers in East Bronson, Florida

East Bronson has 28 TV transmitters within 70 miles, carrying CBS, NBC, Fox, PBS and CW. About 15 stations should come in at fair strength or better with a suitable antenna. The closest tower is WTBZ-LD, 6.4 miles to the E.

28TV transmitters within 70 miles
5networks over the air
6.4 mito the closest tower
1,945population

Network channels in East Bronson

StationChannelDistancePoint antennaEst. signalLicensed to
NBCWGFLNBC28.3 12 mi5° N StrongHigh Springs, FL
CWWCJB-TVCW20.2 13 mi65° ENE StrongGainesville, FL
FOXWOGXFox51 17 mi114° ESE StrongOcala, FL
PBSWUFTPBS5 21 mi34° NE StrongGainesville, FL
CBSWKMG-LDCBS6 33 mi113° ESE WeakOcala, FL

Over-the-air TV in East Bronson

East Bronson is a small community of about 1,950 people in Florida. There are 28 licensed TV transmitters within 70 miles: 5 full-power, 3 Class A, 18 low-power and 2 translators. Based on each transmitter's power, antenna height and distance, 15 are likely to arrive at fair strength or better, and 12 at good or strong strength.

By distance, 18 transmitters are within 25 miles, 3 between 25 and 45 miles, and 7 farther out. Two of the 5 network stations in range are licensed to Gainesville, so most of the network channels you will find here come from Gainesville's stations.

For the networks, the best local options are CBS on channel 6 (WKMG-LD), NBC on channel 28.3 (WGFL), Fox on channel 51 (WOGX), PBS on channel 5 (WUFT) and CW on channel 20.2 (WCJB-TV). No ABC affiliate is listed within 70 miles; the nearest one in our data is WJXX in Orange Park, FL, 84 miles to the northeast. 1 full-power station in range has no network listed in our data; these are typically public television, religious, shopping or independent stations.

Which way to point your antenna in East Bronson

The main network towers around East Bronson are in different directions: NBC 5° N (12 mi), Fox 114° ESE (17 mi) and PBS 34° NE (21 mi). Aim at the farthest one you want first, or use a multi-directional antenna.

Of the 4 full-power and Class A network signals that reach East Bronson at fair strength or better, 50% arrive from the northeast; the rest are spread across two other directions.

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

Antenna and amplifier advice for East Bronson

The farthest main network tower for East Bronson is WUFT (PBS), 21 miles away with a strong estimated signal. That is why we suggest an indoor antenna here. If you only watch the closer stations, a smaller antenna may do.

WGFL is only 12 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 East Bronson

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

StationDistancePoint antennaEst. signalLicensed to
WTBZ-LDLow power6.4 mi 92° EWeakGainesville, FL
W30EM-DLow power11 mi 113° ESEGoodOcala, FL
WNFT-LDLow power12 mi 5° NGoodGainesville, FL
WYME-CDClass A12 mi 5° NFairGainesville, FL
WNBW-DTFull power12 mi 5° NGoodGainesville, FL
WACX-LDLow power12 mi 5° NGoodAlachua, Etc., FL
WFGZ-LDLow power12 mi 5° NGoodGainesville, FL
W19EX-DLow power13 mi 65° ENEGoodGainesville, FL
WBMN-LDLow power13 mi 65° ENEGoodOcala, FL
WTGB-LDLow power13 mi 65° ENEGoodGainesville, FL
WRUF-LDLow power21 mi 34° NEWeakGainesville, FL
WGVT-LDLow power23 mi 32° NNEFairGainesville, FL
WSHX-LDLow power23 mi 32° NNEFairGainesville, FL
W20ES-DLow power24 mi 109° ESEPoorReddick, FL
WOCD-LDLow power34 mi 133° SEWeakOcala, FL
W26DP-DTranslator41 mi 162° SSEPoorInverness, FL
WYKE-CDClass A49 mi 149° SSEPoorWildwood, FL
WQFT-LDLow power53 mi 142° SEPoorOcala, FL
WJGV-CDClass A54 mi 81° EPoorPalatka, FL
W35EC-DLow power55 mi 354° NPoorLake City, FL
W06DI-DLow power57 mi 18° NNEPoorJasper, FL
W28FD-DLow power59 mi 350° NPoorLake City, FL
W23FJ-DLow power62 mi 350° NPoorJennings, FL

How East Bronson compares with the rest of Florida

With 15 stations at fair strength or better, East Bronson ranks 620th of 786 places in Florida: fewer than the typical Florida town (23). Its nearest major network tower is 12 miles away, against a state median of 20 miles.

23% of Florida's cities and towns get the same recommendation: an indoor antenna. The nearest larger city is Gainesville, 21 miles away.

Setting up an antenna in East Bronson: step by step

  1. Place the antenna high on a window or wall that faces the towers. Upstairs is better than downstairs.
  2. Point it toward 34° NE, the direction of WUFT (PBS), 21 miles away. Closer stations usually come in even off-axis.
  3. Run a full channel scan on your TV (usually Settings → Channels → Auto program; the name varies by brand).
  4. Expect around 15 stations, each with a few subchannels. If one you want is missing, turn the antenna 5–10° toward it and scan again.
  5. Rescan every few months, or whenever a channel disappears; stations occasionally change frequency.

Frequently asked questions

What channel is CBS in East Bronson, FL?

CBS is on channel 6 from WKMG-LD, broadcasting from 33 miles ESE of East Bronson. Estimated signal: weak.

What channel is NBC in East Bronson, FL?

NBC is on channel 28.3 from WGFL, broadcasting from 12 miles N of East Bronson. Estimated signal: strong.

What channel is Fox in East Bronson, FL?

Fox is on channel 51 from WOGX, broadcasting from 17 miles ESE of East Bronson. Estimated signal: strong.

What channel is PBS in East Bronson, FL?

PBS is on channel 5 from WUFT, broadcasting from 21 miles NE of East Bronson. Estimated signal: strong.

What channel is CW in East Bronson, FL?

CW is on channel 20.2 from WCJB-TV, broadcasting from 13 miles ENE of East Bronson. Estimated signal: strong.

How many channels can I get with an antenna in East Bronson?

28 transmitters within 70 miles of East Bronson; around 15 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 East Bronson?

The main network towers around East Bronson are in different directions: NBC 5° N (12 mi), Fox 114° ESE (17 mi) and PBS 34° NE (21 mi). Aim at the farthest one you want first, or use a multi-directional antenna.

What kind of antenna do I need in East Bronson?

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 East Bronson?

WGFL is only 12 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 East Bronson?

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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