TV channels & antenna towers in Armada, Michigan
Armada has 25 TV transmitters within 70 miles, carrying ABC, CBS, NBC, Fox, CW and ION. About 13 stations should come in at fair strength or better with a suitable antenna. The closest tower is WADL, 20 miles to the S.
Network channels in Armada
| Station | Channel | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NBCWDIV-TVNBC | 4 | 30 mi | 213° SSW | Good | Detroit, MI |
| CBSWWJ-TVCBS | 62 | 31 mi | 208° SSW | Good | Detroit, MI |
| FOXWJBKFox | 2 | 31 mi | 212° SSW | Fair | Detroit, MI |
| ABCWXYZ-TVABC | 7 | 32 mi | 216° SW | Good | Detroit, MI |
| IONWPXD-TVION | 31 | 33 mi | 221° SW | Good | Ann Arbor, MI |
| CWWKBD-TVCW | 50 | 33 mi | 221° SW | Good | Detroit, MI |
| NBCWEYI-TVNBC | 25 | 50 mi | 302° WNW | Good | Saginaw, MI |
| CWWBSFCW | 46 | 50 mi | 302° WNW | Good | Bay City, MI |
| CBSWNEM-TVCBS | 5 | 65 mi | 312° NW | Weak | Bay City, MI |
| ABCWJRT-TVABC | 12 | 65 mi | 295° WNW | Poor | Flint, MI |
| FOXWSMHFox | 66 | 66 mi | 294° WNW | Weak | Flint, MI |
Over-the-air TV in Armada
Armada, Michigan has a population of about 1,740. Our map shows 25 licensed TV transmitters inside a 70-mile radius: 16 full-power, 2 Class A and 7 low-power. Based on each transmitter's power, antenna height and distance, 13 are likely to arrive at fair strength or better, and 10 at good or strong strength.
By distance, 1 transmitter is within 25 miles, 14 between 25 and 45 miles, and 10 farther out. Five of the 11 network stations in range are licensed to Detroit, so most of the network channels you will find here come from Detroit's stations.
For the networks, the best local options are ABC on channel 7 (WXYZ-TV), CBS on channel 62 (WWJ-TV), NBC on channel 4 (WDIV-TV), Fox on channel 2 (WJBK), CW on channel 50 (WKBD-TV) and ION on channel 31 (WPXD-TV). 5 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 Armada
Point your antenna SSW, at about 212°. The main network towers for Armada sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.
Two network stations, WDIV-TV and WJBK, transmit from the same tower site about 30 miles southwest of Armada (213° SSW). That one direction covers every station on the site.
Of the 8 full-power and Class A network signals that reach Armada at fair strength or better, 75% arrive from the southwest; the rest are spread across one other direction.
All of the main network towers are within their radio horizon as seen from Armada, so signals arrive fairly directly and a well-placed antenna should hold them steadily.
Antenna and amplifier advice for Armada
The farthest main network tower for Armada is WXYZ-TV (ABC), 32 miles away with a good 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 Armada
Full-power independents, low-power stations and translators that relay a bigger station's signal.
| Station | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| WADLFull power | 20 mi | 180° S | Strong | Mount Clemens, MI |
| WTVSFull power | 31 mi | 208° SSW | Good | Detroit, MI |
| WUDL-LDLow power | 31 mi | 208° SSW | Weak | Detroit, MI |
| WUDT-LDLow power | 31 mi | 208° SSW | Weak | Detroit, MI |
| WMYDFull power | 31 mi | 208° SSW | Good | Detroit, MI |
| WHNE-LDLow power | 31 mi | 208° SSW | Weak | Detroit, MI |
| WHPS-CDClass A | 32 mi | 201° SSW | Fair | Detroit, MI |
| WDWO-CDClass A | 33 mi | 221° SW | Fair | Detroit, MI |
| WLPC-CDLow power | 36 mi | 193° SSW | Poor | Redford, MI |
| WXON-LDLow power | 46 mi | 300° WNW | Poor | Flint, MI |
| W35DQ-DLow power | 51 mi | 298° WNW | Poor | Midland, MI |
| WDCQ-TVFull power | 62 mi | 321° NW | Weak | Bad Axe, MI |
| WAQPFull power | 65 mi | 294° WNW | Weak | Saginaw, MI |
| WFFC-LDLow power | 65 mi | 306° NW | Poor | Midland, MI |
How Armada compares with the rest of Michigan
With 13 stations at fair strength or better, Armada ranks 299th of 447 places in Michigan: fewer than the typical Michigan town (16). Its nearest major network tower is 30 miles away, against a state median of 20 miles.
56% of Michigan's cities and towns get the same recommendation: an amplified indoor or attic antenna. The nearest larger city is Shelby, 14 miles away.
Setting up an antenna in Armada: 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 216° SW, the direction of WXYZ-TV (ABC), 32 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 13 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 Armada, MI?
ABC is on channel 7 from WXYZ-TV, broadcasting from 32 miles SW of Armada. Estimated signal: good.
What channel is CBS in Armada, MI?
CBS is on channel 62 from WWJ-TV, broadcasting from 31 miles SSW of Armada. Estimated signal: good.
What channel is NBC in Armada, MI?
NBC is on channel 4 from WDIV-TV, broadcasting from 30 miles SSW of Armada. Estimated signal: good.
What channel is Fox in Armada, MI?
Fox is on channel 2 from WJBK, broadcasting from 31 miles SSW of Armada. Estimated signal: fair.
What channel is CW in Armada, MI?
CW is on channel 50 from WKBD-TV, broadcasting from 33 miles SW of Armada. Estimated signal: good.
How many channels can I get with an antenna in Armada?
25 transmitters within 70 miles of Armada; around 13 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 Armada?
Point your antenna SSW, at about 212°. The main network towers for Armada sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.
What kind of antenna do I need in Armada?
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 Armada?
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 Armada?
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 Michigan · Midwest region · antenna buying guide · how to aim an antenna. Distances are straight-line from the center of Armada; signal estimates ignore terrain.