TV channels & antenna towers in Edison, Georgia
Edison has 30 TV transmitters within 70 miles, carrying ABC, CBS, Fox, CW and MeTV. About 7 stations should come in at fair strength or better with a suitable antenna. The closest tower is WACS-TV, 28 miles to the NNE.
Network channels in Edison
| Station | Channel | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CWWGCW-LDCW | 36 | 33 mi | 83° E | Weak | Albany, GA |
| ABCWDHNABC | 18 | 40 mi | 237° WSW | Good | Dothan, AL |
| ABCWTVMABC | 9 | 53 mi | 357° N | Fair | Columbus, GA |
| CBSWRBLCBS | 3 | 53 mi | 357° N | Good | Columbus, GA |
| CWWALBCW | 10.4 | 54 mi | 107° ESE | Weak | Albany, GA |
| FOXWFXLFox | 31 | 54 mi | 107° ESE | Good | Albany, GA |
| FOXWDFX-TVFox | 34 | 57 mi | 245° WSW | Poor | Ozark, AL |
| MeTVWSST-TVMeTV | 55.2 | 60 mi | 67° ENE | Poor | Cordele, GA |
| MeTVWSST-LDMeTV | 55.2 | 60 mi | 67° ENE | Poor | Albany, GA |
| CWWLTZCW | 38.2 | 63 mi | 352° N | Weak | Columbus, GA |
| FOXWXTXFox | 54 | 63 mi | 353° N | Weak | Columbus, GA |
Over-the-air TV in Edison
With roughly 1,480 residents, Edison is a small community in Georgia. Our map shows 30 licensed TV transmitters inside a 70-mile radius: 13 full-power, 1 Class A and 16 low-power. Based on each transmitter's power, antenna height and distance, 7 are likely to arrive at fair strength or better, and 5 at good or strong strength.
0 of them are within 25 miles of Edison, 11 sit 25 to 45 miles away and 19 are more than 45 miles out. Four of the 11 network stations in range are licensed to Albany, so most of the network channels you will find here come from Albany's stations.
The strongest network signals here are ABC on channel 18 (WDHN), CBS on channel 3 (WRBL), Fox on channel 31 (WFXL), CW on channel 10.4 (WALB) and MeTV on channel 55.2 (WSST-TV). No NBC affiliate is listed within 70 miles; the nearest one in our data is WSFA in Montgomery, AL, 88 miles to the west. 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 Edison
The main network towers around Edison are in different directions: ABC 237° WSW (40 mi), CBS 357° N (53 mi) and Fox 107° ESE (54 mi). Aim at the farthest one you want first, or use a multi-directional antenna.
Two network stations, WTVM and WRBL, transmit from the same tower site about 53 miles north of Edison (357° N). Aim there first: one setting covers all of them.
Of the 4 full-power and Class A network signals that reach Edison at fair strength or better, 50% arrive from the north; the rest are spread across two other directions.
WFXL (Fox) lies beyond the radio horizon of its transmitter as seen from Edison. Past that point signals fade quickly, so antenna height matters more than amplification.
Antenna and amplifier advice for Edison
The farthest main network tower for Edison is WFXL (Fox), 54 miles away with a good estimated signal. That is why we suggest an outdoor directional antenna here. If you only watch the closer stations, a smaller antenna may do.
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 Edison
Full-power independents, low-power stations and translators that relay a bigger station's signal.
| Station | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| WACS-TVFull power | 28 mi | 22° NNE | Fair | Dawson, GA |
| WDRJ-LDLow power | 32 mi | 81° E | Weak | Albany, GA |
| W25ED-DLow power | 33 mi | 83° E | Poor | Albany, GA |
| W23FN-DLow power | 33 mi | 83° E | Poor | Albany, GA |
| WGIQFull power | 42 mi | 285° WNW | Good | Louisville, AL |
| WJJN-LDLow power | 44 mi | 241° WSW | Poor | Dothan, AL |
| W29FJ-DLow power | 45 mi | 239° WSW | Poor | Dothan, AL |
| W03BW-DLow power | 45 mi | 239° WSW | Poor | Midland City, AL |
| WGEI-LDLow power | 45 mi | 239° WSW | Poor | Enterprise, AL |
| WABW-TVFull power | 47 mi | 128° SE | Weak | Pelham, GA |
| WLGAFull power | 53 mi | 357° N | Good | Opelika, AL |
| W29FD-DLow power | 53 mi | 357° N | Poor | Columbus, GA |
| WTSG-LDLow power | 54 mi | 107° ESE | Poor | Tifton, GA |
| W19DW-DLow power | 63 mi | 352° N | Poor | Columbus, GA |
| WRDP-LDLow power | 63 mi | 352° N | Poor | Columbus, GA |
| W27DK-DLow power | 63 mi | 352° N | Poor | Columbus, GA |
| W32FV-DLow power | 63 mi | 352° N | Poor | Columbus, GA |
| WAUA-LDLow power | 65 mi | 344° NNW | Poor | Columbus, GA |
| WYBU-CDClass A | 65 mi | 344° NNW | Poor | Columbus, GA |
How Edison compares with the rest of Georgia
With 7 stations at fair strength or better, Edison ranks 334th of 386 places in Georgia: fewer than the typical Georgia town (15). Its nearest major network tower is 33 miles away, against a state median of 23 miles.
34% of Georgia's cities and towns get the same recommendation: an outdoor directional antenna. The nearest larger city is Albany, 34 miles away.
Setting up an antenna in Edison: 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 107° ESE, the direction of WFXL (Fox), 54 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 7 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 Edison, GA?
ABC is on channel 18 from WDHN, broadcasting from 40 miles WSW of Edison. Estimated signal: good.
What channel is CBS in Edison, GA?
CBS is on channel 3 from WRBL, broadcasting from 53 miles N of Edison. Estimated signal: good.
What channel is Fox in Edison, GA?
Fox is on channel 31 from WFXL, broadcasting from 54 miles ESE of Edison. Estimated signal: good.
What channel is CW in Edison, GA?
CW is on channel 10.4 from WALB, broadcasting from 54 miles ESE of Edison. Estimated signal: weak.
How many channels can I get with an antenna in Edison?
30 transmitters within 70 miles of Edison; around 7 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 Edison?
The main network towers around Edison are in different directions: ABC 237° WSW (40 mi), CBS 357° N (53 mi) and Fox 107° ESE (54 mi). Aim at the farthest one you want first, or use a multi-directional antenna.
What kind of antenna do I need in Edison?
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 229° of the compass, so a multi-directional antenna or a rotator will help.
Do I need an antenna amplifier in Edison?
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.
Is there an app to find TV towers in Edison?
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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