TV channels & antenna towers in Hawaiian Ocean View, Hawaii
Hawaiian Ocean View has 13 TV transmitters within 70 miles, carrying ABC and CW. About 1 station should come in at fair strength or better with a suitable antenna. The closest tower is K35II-D, 7.5 miles to the SE.
Network channels in Hawaiian Ocean View
| Station | Channel | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CWKHAW-TVCW | 11.2 | 61 mi | 43° NE | Poor | Hilo, HI |
| ABCKHVOABC | 4 | 61 mi | 43° NE | Poor | Hilo, HI |
Over-the-air TV in Hawaiian Ocean View
Hawaiian Ocean View, Hawaii has a population of about 4,440. There are 13 licensed TV transmitters within 70 miles: 6 full-power and 7 translators. Based on each transmitter's power, antenna height and distance, 1 is likely to arrive at fair strength or better.
2 of them are within 25 miles of Hawaiian Ocean View, 2 sit 25 to 45 miles away and 9 are more than 45 miles out. Two of the 2 network stations in range are licensed to Hilo, so most of the network channels you will find here come from Hilo's stations.
The best-placed network stations are ABC on channel 4 (KHVO) and CW on channel 11.2 (KHAW-TV). No CBS affiliate is listed within 70 miles; the nearest one in our data is KGMB in Honolulu, HI, 221 miles to the northwest. No NBC affiliate is listed within 70 miles; the nearest one in our data is KOGG in Wailuku, HI, 116 miles to the north. No Fox affiliate is listed within 250 miles of Hawaiian Ocean View. 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 Hawaiian Ocean View
Point your antenna NE, at about 43°. The main network towers for Hawaiian Ocean View sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.
Two network stations, KHAW-TV and KHVO, transmit from the same tower site about 61 miles northeast of Hawaiian Ocean View (43° NE). Point at that site and a single antenna setting picks them all up.
KHVO (ABC) lies beyond the radio horizon of its transmitter as seen from Hawaiian Ocean View. Past that point signals fade quickly, so antenna height matters more than amplification.
Antenna and amplifier advice for Hawaiian Ocean View
The farthest main network tower for Hawaiian Ocean View is KHVO (ABC), 61 miles away with a very 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 stations near Hawaiian Ocean View
Full-power independents, low-power stations and translators that relay a bigger station's signal.
| Station | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| K35II-DTranslator | 7.5 mi | 128° SE | Fair | South Point, HI |
| K31IZ-DTranslator | 12 mi | 98° E | Weak | Naalehu, HI |
| K20NX-DTranslator | 41 mi | 30° NNE | Poor | Hilo, HI |
| K19JW-DTranslator | 41 mi | 30° NNE | Poor | Mauna Loa, HI |
| KLEI-TVFull power | 46 mi | 347° NNW | Weak | Kailua-Kona, HI |
| K28JM-DTranslator | 57 mi | 7° N | Poor | Waimea, HI |
| KGMD-TVFull power | 61 mi | 43° NE | Poor | Hilo, HI |
| KWHDFull power | 61 mi | 43° NE | Poor | Hilo, HI |
| KHBC-TVFull power | 64 mi | 45° NE | Poor | Hilo, HI |
| K28JV-DTranslator | 67 mi | 47° NE | Poor | Hilo, HI |
| K36OZ-DTranslator | 70 mi | 33° NNE | Poor | Hakalau, HI |
How Hawaiian Ocean View compares with the rest of Hawaii
With 1 station at fair strength or better, Hawaiian Ocean View ranks 105th of 121 places in Hawaii: fewer than the typical Hawaii town (7). Its nearest major network tower is 61 miles away, against a state median of 12 miles.
25% of Hawaii's cities and towns get the same recommendation: an outdoor directional antenna.
Setting up an antenna in Hawaiian Ocean View: 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 43° NE, the direction of KHVO (ABC), 61 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
What channel is ABC in Hawaiian Ocean View, HI?
ABC is on channel 4 from KHVO, broadcasting from 61 miles NE of Hawaiian Ocean View. Estimated signal: very weak.
What channel is CW in Hawaiian Ocean View, HI?
CW is on channel 11.2 from KHAW-TV, broadcasting from 61 miles NE of Hawaiian Ocean View. Estimated signal: very weak.
How many channels can I get with an antenna in Hawaiian Ocean View?
13 transmitters within 70 miles of Hawaiian Ocean View; 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 Hawaiian Ocean View?
Point your antenna NE, at about 43°. The main network towers for Hawaiian Ocean View sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.
What kind of antenna do I need in Hawaiian Ocean View?
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 Hawaiian Ocean View?
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 Hawaiian Ocean View?
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
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- Honaunau-Napoopoo28 mi
- Captain Cook31 mi
- Kealakekua33 mi
- Honalo35 mi
- Kahaluu-Keauhou37 mi
- Hōlualoa40 mi
- Kailua-Kona42 mi
- Volcano43 mi
- Kalaoa48 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 Hawaiian Ocean View; signal estimates ignore terrain.