TV channels & antenna towers in Lake Panorama, Iowa
Lake Panorama has 16 TV transmitters within 70 miles, carrying ABC, CBS, NBC, Fox, CW and ION. About 9 stations should come in at fair strength or better with a suitable antenna. The closest tower is K32NM-D, 33 miles to the E.
Network channels in Lake Panorama
| Station | Channel | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CBSKCCICBS | 8 | 40 mi | 80° E | Fair | Des Moines, IA |
| IONKFPX-TVION | 39 | 40 mi | 80° E | Good | Newton, IA |
| ABCWOI-DTABC | 5 | 41 mi | 80° E | Fair | Ames, IA |
| NBCWHO-DTNBC | 13 | 41 mi | 80° E | Fair | Des Moines, IA |
| CWKCWI-TVCW | 23 | 41 mi | 78° ENE | Good | Ames, IA |
| FOXKDSM-TVFox | 17 | 41 mi | 78° ENE | Good | Des Moines, IA |
Over-the-air TV in Lake Panorama
Lake Panorama, Iowa has a population of about 1,310. Our map shows 16 licensed TV transmitters inside a 70-mile radius: 9 full-power, 2 Class A, 4 low-power and 1 translator. Based on each transmitter's power, antenna height and distance, 9 are likely to arrive at fair strength or better, and 5 at good or strong strength.
0 of them are within 25 miles of Lake Panorama, 11 sit 25 to 45 miles away and 5 are more than 45 miles out. Three of the 6 network stations in range are licensed to Des Moines, so most of the network channels you will find here come from Des Moines's stations.
The best-placed network stations are ABC on channel 5 (WOI-DT), CBS on channel 8 (KCCI), NBC on channel 13 (WHO-DT), Fox on channel 17 (KDSM-TV), CW on channel 23 (KCWI-TV) and ION on channel 39 (KFPX-TV). 3 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 Lake Panorama
Point your antenna E, at about 80°. The main network towers for Lake Panorama sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.
Six network stations, KCCI, KFPX-TV, WOI-DT, WHO-DT and KCWI-TV and others, transmit from the same tower site about 40 miles east of Lake Panorama (80° E). Point at that site and a single antenna setting picks them all up.
Of the 6 full-power and Class A network signals that reach Lake Panorama at fair strength or better, all arrive from the east, so this is an easy place to aim.
All of the main network towers are within their radio horizon as seen from Lake Panorama, so signals arrive fairly directly and a well-placed antenna should hold them steadily.
Antenna and amplifier advice for Lake Panorama
The farthest main network tower for Lake Panorama is KDSM-TV (Fox), 41 miles away with a good estimated signal. That is why we suggest an amplified indoor or attic antenna here. If you only watch the closer stations, a smaller antenna may do.
An amplifier only helps here if you run a long cable (over about 50 feet) or split the antenna to several TVs. Otherwise better placement does more. See the amplifier guide.
Other stations near Lake Panorama
Full-power independents, low-power stations and translators that relay a bigger station's signal.
| Station | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| K32NM-DLow power | 33 mi | 95° E | Weak | Des Moines, IA |
| WBXF-CDClass A | 40 mi | 102° ESE | Weak | Des Moines, IA |
| KDIN-TVFull power | 41 mi | 80° E | Fair | Des Moines, IA |
| KDIT-CDClass A | 41 mi | 78° ENE | Weak | Des Moines, IA |
| KDMIFull power | 41 mi | 78° ENE | Good | Des Moines, IA |
| KHINFull power | 51 mi | 241° WSW | Good | Red Oak, IA |
| K31PO-DTranslator | 58 mi | 81° E | Poor | Des Moines, IA |
| KAJR-LDLow power | 61 mi | 83° E | Poor | Des Moines, IA |
| KCYM-LDLow power | 61 mi | 83° E | Poor | Des Moines, IA |
| KRPG-LDLow power | 61 mi | 83° E | Poor | Des Moines, IA |
How Lake Panorama compares with the rest of Iowa
With 9 stations at fair strength or better, Lake Panorama ranks 178th of 285 places in Iowa: fewer than the typical Iowa town (11). Its nearest major network tower is 40 miles away, against a state median of 34 miles.
44% of Iowa's cities and towns get the same recommendation: an amplified indoor or attic antenna. The nearest larger city is Urbandale, 35 miles away.
Setting up an antenna in Lake Panorama: step by step
- Mount the antenna in the attic or high on the wall facing the towers, keeping the cable to the TV as short as you can.
- Point it toward 78° ENE, the direction of KDSM-TV (Fox), 41 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 9 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 Lake Panorama, IA?
ABC is on channel 5 from WOI-DT, broadcasting from 41 miles E of Lake Panorama. Estimated signal: fair.
What channel is CBS in Lake Panorama, IA?
CBS is on channel 8 from KCCI, broadcasting from 40 miles E of Lake Panorama. Estimated signal: fair.
What channel is NBC in Lake Panorama, IA?
NBC is on channel 13 from WHO-DT, broadcasting from 41 miles E of Lake Panorama. Estimated signal: fair.
What channel is Fox in Lake Panorama, IA?
Fox is on channel 17 from KDSM-TV, broadcasting from 41 miles ENE of Lake Panorama. Estimated signal: good.
What channel is CW in Lake Panorama, IA?
CW is on channel 23 from KCWI-TV, broadcasting from 41 miles ENE of Lake Panorama. Estimated signal: good.
How many channels can I get with an antenna in Lake Panorama?
16 transmitters within 70 miles of Lake Panorama; around 9 of them are likely to be receivable with amplified indoor or attic 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 Lake Panorama?
Point your antenna E, at about 80°. The main network towers for Lake Panorama sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.
What kind of antenna do I need in Lake Panorama?
Amplified indoor or attic antenna (25–45 miles). Towers are at medium range. An amplified indoor antenna can work; an attic-mounted antenna is the safer choice.
Do I need an antenna amplifier in Lake Panorama?
An amplifier only helps here if you run a long cable (over about 50 feet) or split the antenna to several TVs. Otherwise better placement does more. See the amplifier guide.
Is there an app to find TV towers in Lake Panorama?
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 Iowa · Midwest region · antenna buying guide · how to aim an antenna. Distances are straight-line from the center of Lake Panorama; signal estimates ignore terrain.