TV channels & antenna towers in Kualapu‘u, Hawaii

Kualapu‘u has 13 TV transmitters within 70 miles, carrying ABC, NBC and CW. About 5 stations should come in at fair strength or better with a suitable antenna. The closest tower is KUPU, 43 miles to the WNW.

Open Kualapu‘u in the live finder

13TV transmitters within 70 miles

3networks over the air

43 mito the closest tower

2,027population

Network channels in Kualapu‘u

Station	Channel	Distance	Point antenna	Est. signal	Licensed to
CWKHON-TVCW	2.2	52 mi	281° W	Poor	Honolulu, HI
ABCKITVABC	4	53 mi	281° W	Poor	Honolulu, HI
CWKAII-TVCW	7.2	56 mi	128° SE	Weak	Wailuku, HI
NBCKOGGNBC	13	56 mi	128° SE	Fair	Wailuku, HI
ABCKMAUABC	4	56 mi	128° SE	Weak	Wailuku, HI

Over-the-air TV in Kualapu‘u

Kualapu‘u, Hawaii has a population of about 2,030. Our map shows 13 licensed TV transmitters inside a 70-mile radius: 11 full-power, 1 low-power and 1 translator. Based on each transmitter's power, antenna height and distance, 5 are likely to arrive at fair strength or better.

By distance, 0 transmitters are within 25 miles, 1 between 25 and 45 miles, and 12 farther out. Three of the 5 network stations in range are licensed to Wailuku, so most of the network channels you will find here come from Wailuku's stations.

For the networks, the best local options are ABC on channel 4 (KMAU), NBC on channel 13 (KOGG) and CW on channel 7.2 (KAII-TV). No CBS affiliate is listed within 70 miles; the nearest one in our data is KGMB in Honolulu, HI, 71 miles to the west. No Fox affiliate is listed within 250 miles of Kualapu‘u. 6 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 Kualapu‘u

Point your antenna SE, at about 128°. The main network towers for Kualapu‘u sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.

Three network stations, KAII-TV, KOGG and KMAU, transmit from the same tower site about 56 miles southeast of Kualapu‘u (128° SE). That one direction covers every station on the site.

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

Antenna and amplifier advice for Kualapu‘u

The farthest main network tower for Kualapu‘u is KOGG (NBC), 56 miles away with a fair 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 Kualapu‘u

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

Station	Distance	Point antenna	Est. signal	Licensed to
KUPUFull power	43 mi	286° WNW	Fair	Waimanalo, HI
KLEIFull power	53 mi	120° ESE	Weak	Wailuku, HI
KWHEFull power	54 mi	282° WNW	Poor	Honolulu, HI
KBFD-DTFull power	54 mi	282° WNW	Fair	Honolulu, HI
KMEBFull power	56 mi	128° SE	Fair	Wailuku, HI
KGMVFull power	56 mi	128° SE	Fair	Wailuku, HI
KHHI-LDLow power	56 mi	283° WNW	Poor	Honolulu, HI
K28NN-DTranslator	59 mi	122° ESE	Poor	Wailuku, HI

How Kualapu‘u compares with the rest of Hawaii

With 5 stations at fair strength or better, Kualapu‘u ranks 77th of 121 places in Hawaii: fewer than the typical Hawaii town (7). Its nearest major network tower is 52 miles away, against a state median of 12 miles.

25% of Hawaii's cities and towns get the same recommendation: an outdoor directional antenna. The nearest larger city is Kahului, 41 miles away.

Setting up an antenna in Kualapu‘u: 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 128° SE, the direction of KOGG (NBC), 56 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 5 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 Kualapu‘u, HI?

ABC is on channel 4 from KMAU, broadcasting from 56 miles SE of Kualapu‘u. Estimated signal: weak.

What channel is NBC in Kualapu‘u, HI?

NBC is on channel 13 from KOGG, broadcasting from 56 miles SE of Kualapu‘u. Estimated signal: fair.

What channel is CW in Kualapu‘u, HI?

CW is on channel 7.2 from KAII-TV, broadcasting from 56 miles SE of Kualapu‘u. Estimated signal: weak.

How many channels can I get with an antenna in Kualapu‘u?

13 transmitters within 70 miles of Kualapu‘u; around 5 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 Kualapu‘u?

Point your antenna SE, at about 128°. The main network towers for Kualapu‘u sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.

What kind of antenna do I need in Kualapu‘u?

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 Kualapu‘u?

Is there an app to find TV towers in Kualapu‘u?

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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