TV channels & antenna towers in Fullerton, Nebraska
Fullerton has 16 TV transmitters within 70 miles, carrying ABC, CBS, NBC and CW. About 4 stations should come in at fair strength or better with a suitable antenna. The closest tower is KMLF-LD, 36 miles to the SSW.
Network channels in Fullerton
| Station | Channel | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ABCKLKNABC | 8 | 48 mi | 134° SE | Fair | Lincoln, NE |
| CWKNHLCW | 5 | 54 mi | 204° SSW | Weak | Hastings, NE |
| CBSKOLNCBS | 10 | 56 mi | 133° SE | Fair | Lincoln, NE |
| NBCKSNB-TVNBC | 4 | 56 mi | 133° SE | Fair | York, NE |
| ABCKHGI-TVABC | 27 | 68 mi | 224° SW | Weak | Kearney, NE |
| NBCKGINNBC | 11.2 | 69 mi | 219° SW | Poor | Grand Island, NE |
Over-the-air TV in Fullerton
Fullerton is a small community of about 1,270 people in Nebraska. There are 16 licensed TV transmitters within 70 miles: 7 full-power, 5 low-power and 4 translators. Based on each transmitter's power, antenna height and distance, 4 are likely to arrive at fair strength or better, and 1 at good or strong strength.
0 of them are within 25 miles of Fullerton, 4 sit 25 to 45 miles away and 12 are more than 45 miles out. Two of the 6 network stations in range are licensed to Lincoln, so most of the network channels you will find here come from Lincoln's stations.
The best-placed network stations are ABC on channel 8 (KLKN), CBS on channel 10 (KOLN), NBC on channel 4 (KSNB-TV) and CW on channel 5 (KNHL). No Fox affiliate is listed within 70 miles; the nearest one in our data is KFXL-TV in Lincoln, NE, 83 miles to the southeast. 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 Fullerton
Point your antenna SE, at about 133°. The main network towers for Fullerton sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.
Two network stations, KOLN and KSNB-TV, transmit from the same tower site about 56 miles southeast of Fullerton (133° SE). That one direction covers every station on the site.
Of the 3 full-power and Class A network signals that reach Fullerton at fair strength or better, all arrive from the southeast, so this is an easy place to aim.
All of the main network towers are within their radio horizon as seen from Fullerton, so signals arrive fairly directly and a well-placed antenna should hold them steadily.
Antenna and amplifier advice for Fullerton
The farthest main network tower for Fullerton is KSNB-TV (NBC), 56 miles away with a fair estimated signal. That is why we suggest an outdoor directional antenna here. Viewers who do not need that station can often manage with less.
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 Fullerton
Full-power independents, low-power stations and translators that relay a bigger station's signal.
| Station | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| KMLF-LDLow power | 36 mi | 213° SSW | Weak | Grand Island, NE |
| KIUA-LDLow power | 37 mi | 183° S | Weak | Lincoln, NE |
| KMJF-LDLow power | 38 mi | 80° E | Weak | Columbus, NE |
| KHNE-TVFull power | 41 mi | 189° S | Good | Hastings, NE |
| K27NI-DTranslator | 47 mi | 356° N | Poor | Neligh, NE |
| K33OW-DTranslator | 47 mi | 356° N | Poor | Neligh, NE |
| K23PU-DTranslator | 56 mi | 34° NE | Poor | Norfolk, NE |
| KPTP-LDLow power | 56 mi | 34° NE | Poor | Norfolk, NE |
| K24JG-DTranslator | 56 mi | 34° NNE | Poor | Norfolk, NE |
| KNEN-LDLow power | 56 mi | 35° NE | Poor | Norfolk, NE |
How Fullerton compares with the rest of Nebraska
With 4 stations at fair strength or better, Fullerton ranks 87th of 145 places in Nebraska: fewer than the typical Nebraska town (6). Its nearest major network tower is 48 miles away, against a state median of 27 miles.
48% of Nebraska's cities and towns get the same recommendation: an outdoor directional antenna. The nearest larger city is Columbus, 31 miles away.
Setting up an antenna in Fullerton: 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 133° SE, the direction of KSNB-TV (NBC), 56 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 Fullerton, NE?
ABC is on channel 8 from KLKN, broadcasting from 48 miles SE of Fullerton. Estimated signal: fair.
What channel is CBS in Fullerton, NE?
CBS is on channel 10 from KOLN, broadcasting from 56 miles SE of Fullerton. Estimated signal: fair.
What channel is NBC in Fullerton, NE?
NBC is on channel 4 from KSNB-TV, broadcasting from 56 miles SE of Fullerton. Estimated signal: fair.
What channel is CW in Fullerton, NE?
CW is on channel 5 from KNHL, broadcasting from 54 miles SSW of Fullerton. Estimated signal: weak.
How many channels can I get with an antenna in Fullerton?
16 transmitters within 70 miles of Fullerton; 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 Fullerton?
Point your antenna SE, at about 133°. The main network towers for Fullerton sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.
What kind of antenna do I need in Fullerton?
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 Fullerton?
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 Fullerton?
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.
TV channels in nearby Nebraska cities
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- Saint Paul27 mi
- Columbus31 mi
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- Grand Island36 mi
- York39 mi
- Madison42 mi
- David City44 mi
- Bartlett47 mi
- Schuyler48 mi
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More: all TV stations in Nebraska · Midwest region · antenna buying guide · how to aim an antenna. Distances are straight-line from the center of Fullerton; signal estimates ignore terrain.