TV channels & antenna towers in Hanapēpē Heights, Hawaii
Hanapēpē Heights 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, 7.2 miles to the ENE.
Over-the-air TV in Hanapēpē Heights
With roughly 2,690 residents, Hanapēpē Heights is a town in Hawaii. Our map shows 6 licensed TV transmitters inside a 70-mile radius. Based on each transmitter's power, antenna height and distance, 1 is likely to arrive at fair strength or better.
6 of them are within 25 miles of Hanapēpē Heights, 0 sit 25 to 45 miles away and 0 are more than 45 miles out.
No ABC affiliate is listed within 70 miles; the nearest one in our data is KITV in Honolulu, HI, 120 miles to the east. No CBS affiliate is listed within 70 miles; the nearest one in our data is KGMB in Honolulu, HI, 102 miles to the east. No Fox affiliate is listed within 250 miles of Hanapēpē Heights.
Which way to point your antenna in Hanapēpē Heights
Point your antenna NE, at about 45°. The nearest towers for Hanapēpē Heights sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.
All of the nearest towers are within their radio horizon as seen from Hanapēpē Heights, so signals arrive fairly directly and a well-placed antenna should hold them steadily.
Antenna and amplifier advice for Hanapēpē Heights
The farthest of the closest towers for Hanapēpē Heights is K29HL-D, 22 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 TV stations near Hanapēpē Heights
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 | 7.2 mi | 57° ENE | Weak | Lihue, HI |
| K32IX-DTranslator | 7.2 mi | 57° ENE | Fair | Lihue, HI |
| K29HL-DTranslator | 22 mi | 21° NNE | Weak | Hanalei, Etc., HI |
| K36IJ-DTranslator | 23 mi | 49° NE | Poor | Anahola, Etc., HI |
| K34IS-DTranslator | 25 mi | 30° NNE | Poor | Kilauea, HI |
| K21IA-DTranslator | 25 mi | 42° NE | Weak | Waipake, HI |
How Hanapēpē Heights compares with the rest of Hawaii
With 1 station at fair strength or better, Hanapēpē Heights 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 Hanapēpē Heights: 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 21° NNE, the direction of K29HL-D, 22 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 Hanapēpē Heights?
6 transmitters within 70 miles of Hanapēpē Heights; 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 Hanapēpē Heights?
Point your antenna NE, at about 45°. The nearest towers for Hanapēpē Heights sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.
What kind of antenna do I need in Hanapēpē Heights?
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.
Do I need an antenna amplifier in Hanapēpē Heights?
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 Hanapēpē Heights?
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 Hawaii · West region · antenna buying guide · how to aim an antenna. Distances are straight-line from the center of Hanapēpē Heights; signal estimates ignore terrain.