TV channels & antenna towers in Penobscot, Maine
Penobscot has 16 TV transmitters within 70 miles, carrying ABC, NBC, Fox, CW and MeTV. About 9 stations should come in at fair strength or better with a suitable antenna. The closest tower is WLBZ (NBC), 19 miles to the N.
Network channels in Penobscot
| Station | Channel | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NBCWLBZNBC | 2 | 19 mi | 6° N | Fair | Bangor, ME |
| ABCWVII-TVABC | 7 | 22 mi | 19° NNE | Fair | Bangor, ME |
| FOXWFVX-LDFox | 22 | 22 mi | 19° NNE | Fair | Bangor, ME |
| CWWABI-TVCW | 5.2 | 25 mi | 312° NW | Fair | Bangor, ME |
| MeTVWBGR-LDMeTV | 18.1 | 30 mi | 344° NNW | Weak | Bangor/Dedham, ME |
Over-the-air TV in Penobscot
Penobscot is a small community of about 1,400 people in Maine. Within 70 miles of the town center we count 16 licensed TV transmitters: 5 full-power and 11 low-power. Based on each transmitter's power, antenna height and distance, 9 are likely to arrive at fair strength or better, and 1 at good or strong strength.
8 of them are within 25 miles of Penobscot, 5 sit 25 to 45 miles away and 3 are more than 45 miles out. Four of the 5 network stations in range are licensed to Bangor, so most of the network channels you will find here come from Bangor's stations.
The strongest network signals here are ABC on channel 7 (WVII-TV), NBC on channel 2 (WLBZ), Fox on channel 22 (WFVX-LD), CW on channel 5.2 (WABI-TV) and MeTV on channel 18.1 (WBGR-LD). No CBS affiliate is listed within 70 miles; the nearest one in our data is WBZ-TV in Boston, MA, 196 miles to the southwest. 2 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 Penobscot
Point your antenna NNE, at about 13°. The main network towers for Penobscot sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.
Of the 3 full-power and Class A network signals that reach Penobscot at fair strength or better, 67% arrive from the north; the rest are spread across one other direction.
All of the main network towers are within their radio horizon as seen from Penobscot, so signals arrive fairly directly and a well-placed antenna should hold them steadily.
Antenna and amplifier advice for Penobscot
The farthest main network tower for Penobscot is WVII-TV (ABC), 22 miles away with a fair estimated signal. That is why we suggest an amplified indoor or attic antenna here. Viewers who do not need that station can often manage with less.
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 Penobscot
Full-power independents, low-power stations and translators that relay a bigger station's signal.
| Station | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| W36FM-DLow power | 22 mi | 19° NNE | Fair | Etna, ME |
| WMEB-TVFull power | 22 mi | 19° NNE | Strong | Orono, ME |
| W19FA-DLow power | 24 mi | 312° NW | Fair | Bangor, ME |
| W21EO-DLow power | 24 mi | 312° NW | Poor | Orono, ME |
| W20ER-DLow power | 27 mi | 352° N | Fair | Bangor, ME |
| W32FS-DLow power | 27 mi | 352° N | Fair | Bangor, ME |
| W15DS-DLow power | 30 mi | 344° NNW | Weak | Bangor, ME |
| W34EQ-DLow power | 30 mi | 344° NNW | Weak | Bangor, ME |
| WEXZ-LDLow power | 48 mi | 324° NW | Poor | Bangor, ME |
| WFYW-LDLow power | 49 mi | 260° W | Poor | Fairfield/Waterville, ME |
| WCBBFull power | 68 mi | 252° WSW | Weak | Augusta, ME |
How Penobscot compares with the rest of Maine
With 9 stations at fair strength or better, Penobscot ranks 74th of 256 places in Maine: more than the typical Maine town (8). Its nearest major network tower is 19 miles away, against a state median of 28 miles.
41% of Maine's cities and towns get the same recommendation: an amplified indoor or attic antenna. The nearest larger city is Bangor, 23 miles away.
Setting up an antenna in Penobscot: 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 19° NNE, the direction of WVII-TV (ABC), 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 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 Penobscot, ME?
ABC is on channel 7 from WVII-TV, broadcasting from 22 miles NNE of Penobscot. Estimated signal: fair.
What channel is NBC in Penobscot, ME?
NBC is on channel 2 from WLBZ, broadcasting from 19 miles N of Penobscot. Estimated signal: fair.
What channel is Fox in Penobscot, ME?
Fox is on channel 22 from WFVX-LD, broadcasting from 22 miles NNE of Penobscot. Estimated signal: fair.
What channel is CW in Penobscot, ME?
CW is on channel 5.2 from WABI-TV, broadcasting from 25 miles NW of Penobscot. Estimated signal: fair.
How many channels can I get with an antenna in Penobscot?
16 transmitters within 70 miles of Penobscot; 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 Penobscot?
Point your antenna NNE, at about 13°. The main network towers for Penobscot sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.
What kind of antenna do I need in Penobscot?
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 Penobscot?
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 Penobscot?
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 Maine · Northeast region · antenna buying guide · how to aim an antenna. Distances are straight-line from the center of Penobscot; signal estimates ignore terrain.