TV channels & antenna towers in Chanute, Kansas
Chanute has 12 TV transmitters within 70 miles, carrying ABC, CBS, NBC, CW and ION. About 4 stations should come in at fair strength or better with a suitable antenna. The closest tower is K30AL-D, 24 miles to the NE.
Network channels in Chanute
| Station | Channel | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CBSKOAM-TVCBS | 7 | 52 mi | 127° SE | Fair | Pittsburg, KS |
| CWKFJXCW | 14.2 | 52 mi | 127° SE | Fair | Pittsburg, KS |
| IONKPJO-LDION | 49.6 | 54 mi | 128° SE | Poor | Pittsburg, KS |
| ABCKODE-TVABC | 12 | 65 mi | 130° SE | Fair | Joplin, MO |
| NBCKSNFNBC | 16 | 65 mi | 130° SE | Weak | Joplin, MO |
Over-the-air TV in Chanute
Chanute, Kansas has a population of about 9,250. There are 12 licensed TV transmitters within 70 miles: 5 full-power, 6 low-power and 1 translator. Based on each transmitter's power, antenna height and distance, 4 are likely to arrive at fair strength or better.
By distance, 1 transmitter is within 25 miles, 0 between 25 and 45 miles, and 11 farther out. Three of the 5 network stations in range are licensed to Pittsburg, so most of the network channels you will find here come from Pittsburg's stations.
For the networks, the best local options are ABC on channel 12 (KODE-TV), CBS on channel 7 (KOAM-TV), NBC on channel 16 (KSNF), CW on channel 14.2 (KFJX) and ION on channel 49.6 (KPJO-LD). No Fox affiliate is listed within 70 miles; the nearest one in our data is KTMJ-CD in Topeka, KS, 96 miles to the north. 1 full-power station in range has no network listed in our data; these are typically public television, religious, shopping or independent stations.
Which way to point your antenna in Chanute
Point your antenna SE, at about 129°. The main network towers for Chanute sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.
Two network stations, KOAM-TV and KFJX, transmit from the same tower site about 52 miles southeast of Chanute (127° SE). Aim there first: one setting covers all of them.
Of the 3 full-power and Class A network signals that reach Chanute at fair strength or better, all arrive from the southeast, so this is an easy place to aim.
KODE-TV (ABC) and KSNF (NBC) lie beyond the radio horizon of their transmitter as seen from Chanute. Past that point signals fade quickly, so antenna height matters more than amplification.
Antenna and amplifier advice for Chanute
The farthest main network tower for Chanute is KSNF (NBC), 65 miles away with a weak estimated signal. That is why we suggest an outdoor directional antenna here. If you only watch the closer stations, a smaller antenna may do.
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 Chanute
Full-power independents, low-power stations and translators that relay a bigger station's signal.
| Station | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| K30AL-DTranslator | 24 mi | 49° NE | Fair | Iola, KS |
| K16IS-DLow power | 46 mi | 116° ESE | Poor | Pittsburg, KS |
| KRLJ-LDLow power | 54 mi | 128° SE | Poor | Joplin, MO |
| KGCS-LDLow power | 63 mi | 129° SE | Poor | Joplin, MO |
| K34NJ-DLow power | 63 mi | 129° SE | Poor | Joplin, MO |
| KOZJFull power | 65 mi | 129° SE | Poor | Joplin, MO |
| KJLN-LDLow power | 67 mi | 128° SE | Poor | Joplin, MO |
How Chanute compares with the rest of Kansas
With 4 stations at fair strength or better, Chanute ranks 153rd of 216 places in Kansas: fewer than the typical Kansas town (8). Its nearest major network tower is 52 miles away, against a state median of 25 miles.
36% of Kansas's cities and towns get the same recommendation: an outdoor directional antenna. The nearest larger city is Pittsburg, 45 miles away.
Setting up an antenna in Chanute: 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 130° SE, the direction of KSNF (NBC), 65 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 4 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 Chanute, KS?
ABC is on channel 12 from KODE-TV, broadcasting from 65 miles SE of Chanute. Estimated signal: fair.
What channel is CBS in Chanute, KS?
CBS is on channel 7 from KOAM-TV, broadcasting from 52 miles SE of Chanute. Estimated signal: fair.
What channel is NBC in Chanute, KS?
NBC is on channel 16 from KSNF, broadcasting from 65 miles SE of Chanute. Estimated signal: weak.
What channel is CW in Chanute, KS?
CW is on channel 14.2 from KFJX, broadcasting from 52 miles SE of Chanute. Estimated signal: fair.
How many channels can I get with an antenna in Chanute?
12 transmitters within 70 miles of Chanute; around 4 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 Chanute?
Point your antenna SE, at about 129°. The main network towers for Chanute sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.
What kind of antenna do I need in Chanute?
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 Chanute?
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 Chanute?
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 Kansas · Midwest region · antenna buying guide · how to aim an antenna. Distances are straight-line from the center of Chanute; signal estimates ignore terrain.