TV channels & antenna towers in Hanamā‘ulu, Hawaii
Hanamā‘ulu has 6 TV transmitters within 70 miles. About 1 station should come in at fair strength or better with a suitable antenna. The closest tower is K30JE-D, 8.9 miles to the W.
Over-the-air TV in Hanamā‘ulu
Hanamā‘ulu, Hawaii has a population of about 3,840. There are 6 licensed TV transmitters within 70 miles. Based on each transmitter's power, antenna height and distance, 1 is likely to arrive at fair strength or better.
By distance, 6 transmitters are within 25 miles, 0 between 25 and 45 miles, and 0 farther out.
No ABC affiliate is listed within 70 miles; the nearest one in our data is KITV in Honolulu, HI, 109 miles to the southeast. No CBS affiliate is listed within 70 miles; the nearest one in our data is KGMB in Honolulu, HI, 91 miles to the southeast. No Fox affiliate is listed within 250 miles of Hanamā‘ulu.
Which way to point your antenna in Hanamā‘ulu
The nearest towers around Hanamā‘ulu are in different directions: K30JE-D 259° W (8.9 mi), K32IX-D 259° W (8.9 mi) and K36IJ-D 17° NNE (10 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 Hanamā‘ulu, so signals arrive fairly directly and a well-placed antenna should hold them steadily.
Antenna and amplifier advice for Hanamā‘ulu
The farthest of the closest towers for Hanamā‘ulu is K36IJ-D, 10 miles away with a weak estimated signal. That is why we suggest an outdoor directional antenna here. Skip that station and you may get away with a smaller antenna.
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 TV stations near Hanamā‘ulu
Full-power independents, low-power stations and translators that relay a bigger station's signal.
| Station | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| K30JE-DTranslator | 8.9 mi | 259° W | Weak | Lihue, HI |
| K32IX-DTranslator | 8.9 mi | 259° W | Fair | Lihue, HI |
| K36IJ-DTranslator | 10 mi | 17° NNE | Weak | Anahola, Etc., HI |
| K21IA-DTranslator | 13 mi | 7° N | Weak | Waipake, HI |
| K34IS-DTranslator | 16 mi | 352° N | Weak | Kilauea, HI |
| K29HL-DTranslator | 16 mi | 335° NNW | Weak | Hanalei, Etc., HI |
How Hanamā‘ulu compares with the rest of Hawaii
With 1 station at fair strength or better, Hanamā‘ulu ranks 105th of 121 places in Hawaii: fewer than the typical Hawaii town (7).
25% of Hawaii's cities and towns get the same recommendation: an outdoor directional antenna.
Setting up an antenna in Hanamā‘ulu: 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 17° NNE, the direction of K36IJ-D, 10 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 1 station, 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 Hanamā‘ulu?
6 transmitters within 70 miles of Hanamā‘ulu; around 1 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 Hanamā‘ulu?
The nearest towers around Hanamā‘ulu are in different directions: K30JE-D 259° W (8.9 mi), K32IX-D 259° W (8.9 mi) and K36IJ-D 17° NNE (10 mi). Aim at the farthest one you want first, or use a multi-directional antenna.
What kind of antenna do I need in Hanamā‘ulu?
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 118° of the compass, so a multi-directional antenna or a rotator will help.
Do I need an antenna amplifier in Hanamā‘ulu?
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 Hanamā‘ulu?
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 Hawaii cities
- Lihue1.4 mi
- Puhi3.3 mi
- Wailua4.0 mi
- Wailua Homesteads5.3 mi
- Kapa‘a5.9 mi
- Koloa9.5 mi
- ‘Ōma‘o9.6 mi
- Anahola10 mi
- Lawai11 mi
- Kalāheo12 mi
- Kīlauea15 mi
- ‘Ele‘ele16 mi
- Hanapēpē Heights16 mi
- Hanapēpē16 mi
- Princeville17 mi
- Waimea20 mi
- Kekaha23 mi
More: all TV stations in Hawaii · West region · antenna buying guide · how to aim an antenna. Distances are straight-line from the center of Hanamā‘ulu; signal estimates ignore terrain.