TV channels & antenna towers in Proctor, Minnesota
Proctor has 19 TV transmitters within 70 miles, carrying ABC, NBC, Fox and CW. About 10 stations should come in at fair strength or better with a suitable antenna. The closest tower is KCWV, 5.6 miles to the ENE.
Network channels in Proctor
| Station | Channel | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ABCWDIO-DTABC | 10 | 5.6 mi | 60° ENE | Good | Duluth, MN |
| CWKDLHCW | 3 | 6.0 mi | 61° ENE | Strong | Duluth, MN |
| NBCKBJR-TVNBC | 6 | 6.0 mi | 61° ENE | Strong | Superior, WI |
| FOXKQDS-TVFox | 21 | 6.0 mi | 58° ENE | Strong | Duluth, MN |
| ABCWIRT-DTABC | 13 | 56 mi | 322° NW | Poor | Hibbing, MN |
Over-the-air TV in Proctor
With roughly 3,070 residents, Proctor is a town in Minnesota. Within 70 miles of the town center we count 19 licensed TV transmitters: 8 full-power, 5 low-power and 6 translators. Based on each transmitter's power, antenna height and distance, 10 are likely to arrive at fair strength or better, and 8 at good or strong strength.
By distance, 11 transmitters are within 25 miles, 0 between 25 and 45 miles, and 8 farther out. Three of the 5 network stations in range are licensed to Duluth, so most of the network channels you will find here come from Duluth's stations.
The strongest network signals here are ABC on channel 10 (WDIO-DT), NBC on channel 6 (KBJR-TV), Fox on channel 21 (KQDS-TV) and CW on channel 3 (KDLH). No CBS affiliate is listed within 70 miles; the nearest one in our data is KCCW-TV in Walker, MN, 106 miles to the west. 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 Proctor
Point your antenna ENE, at about 60°. The main network towers for Proctor sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.
Four network stations, WDIO-DT, KDLH, KBJR-TV and KQDS-TV, transmit from the same tower site about 5.6 miles northeast of Proctor (60° ENE). Aim there first: one setting covers all of them.
Of the 4 full-power and Class A network signals that reach Proctor at fair strength or better, all arrive from the northeast, so this is an easy place to aim.
All of the main network towers are within their radio horizon as seen from Proctor, so signals arrive fairly directly and a well-placed antenna should hold them steadily.
Antenna and amplifier advice for Proctor
The farthest main network tower for Proctor is KQDS-TV (Fox), 6.0 miles away with a strong estimated signal. That is why we suggest an indoor antenna here. If you only watch the closer stations, a smaller antenna may do.
KDLH is only 6.0 miles away with a strong signal. Signals that strong can overload an amplifier, so start without one and add it only if distant channels are missing. Read when an amplifier helps.
Other stations near Proctor
Full-power independents, low-power stations and translators that relay a bigger station's signal.
| Station | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| KCWVFull power | 5.6 mi | 62° ENE | Good | Duluth, MN |
| K35JN-DLow power | 5.6 mi | 62° ENE | Weak | Duluth, MN |
| K30QX-DLow power | 5.6 mi | 62° ENE | Fair | Duluth, MN |
| K17OV-DLow power | 5.6 mi | 62° ENE | Fair | Duluth, MN |
| KMYN-LDLow power | 5.6 mi | 62° ENE | Good | Duluth, MN |
| WDSEFull power | 5.8 mi | 58° ENE | Good | Duluth, MN |
| K23MQ-DLow power | 6.0 mi | 61° ENE | Good | Duluth, MN |
| K22MR-DTranslator | 53 mi | 345° NNW | Poor | Virginia, MN |
| WRPTFull power | 56 mi | 322° NW | Weak | Hibbing, MN |
| K15GT-DTranslator | 56 mi | 322° NW | Poor | Hibbing, MN |
| W24CL-DTranslator | 64 mi | 191° S | Poor | Grantsburg, WI |
| K31GH-DTranslator | 65 mi | 143° SE | Poor | Hayward, WI |
| W15EE-DTranslator | 67 mi | 99° E | Poor | Ashland, WI |
| K29EB-DTranslator | 69 mi | 307° NW | Poor | Grand Rapids, MN |
How Proctor compares with the rest of Minnesota
With 10 stations at fair strength or better, Proctor ranks 228th of 371 places in Minnesota: fewer than the typical Minnesota town (13). Its nearest major network tower is 5.6 miles away, against a state median of 24 miles.
26% of Minnesota's cities and towns get the same recommendation: an indoor antenna. The nearest larger city is Superior, 6.0 miles away.
Setting up an antenna in Proctor: step by step
- Place the antenna high on a window or wall that faces the towers. Upstairs is better than downstairs.
- Point it toward 58° ENE, the direction of KQDS-TV (Fox), 6.0 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 10 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 Proctor, MN?
ABC is on channel 10 from WDIO-DT, broadcasting from 5.6 miles ENE of Proctor. Estimated signal: good.
What channel is NBC in Proctor, MN?
NBC is on channel 6 from KBJR-TV, broadcasting from 6.0 miles ENE of Proctor. Estimated signal: strong.
What channel is Fox in Proctor, MN?
Fox is on channel 21 from KQDS-TV, broadcasting from 6.0 miles ENE of Proctor. Estimated signal: strong.
What channel is CW in Proctor, MN?
CW is on channel 3 from KDLH, broadcasting from 6.0 miles ENE of Proctor. Estimated signal: strong.
How many channels can I get with an antenna in Proctor?
19 transmitters within 70 miles of Proctor; around 10 of them are likely to be receivable with indoor 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 Proctor?
Point your antenna ENE, at about 60°. The main network towers for Proctor sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.
What kind of antenna do I need in Proctor?
Indoor antenna (up to ~25 miles). The main towers are close. A flat indoor antenna near a window facing the towers should pull in the major networks.
Do I need an antenna amplifier in Proctor?
KDLH is only 6.0 miles away with a strong signal. Signals that strong can overload an amplifier, so start without one and add it only if distant channels are missing. Read when an amplifier helps.
Is there an app to find TV towers in Proctor?
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 Minnesota · Midwest region · antenna buying guide · how to aim an antenna. Distances are straight-line from the center of Proctor; signal estimates ignore terrain.