TV channels & antenna towers in Troy, New Hampshire
Troy has 46 TV transmitters within 70 miles, carrying ABC, CBS, NBC, Fox, CW and ION. About 20 stations should come in at fair strength or better with a suitable antenna. The closest tower is WJCB-LD, 13 miles to the E.
Network channels in Troy
| Station | Channel | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ABCWMUR-TVABC | 9 | 32 mi | 70° ENE | Fair | Manchester, NH |
| CWWFXQ-CDCW | 28.2 | 46 mi | 211° SSW | Poor | Springfield, MA |
| IONWBPX-TVION | 68 | 46 mi | 131° SE | Fair | Boston, MA |
| UNIWUNIUnivision | 66 | 46 mi | 131° SE | Good | Marlborough, MA |
| ABCWGGB-TVABC | 40 | 47 mi | 211° SSW | Good | Springfield, MA |
| CBSWSHM-LDCBS | 33 | 47 mi | 211° SSW | Poor | Springfield, MA |
| IONWPXG-TVION | 21 | 50 mi | 60° ENE | Fair | Concord, NH |
| TLMWDMR-LDTelemundo | 14 | 58 mi | 208° SSW | Poor | Springfield, MA |
| CWWWLPCW | 22.2 | 58 mi | 208° SSW | Poor | Springfield, MA |
| UNIWHTX-LDUnivision | 43 | 58 mi | 208° SSW | Poor | Springfield, MA |
| NBCWBTS-CDNBC | 15 | 60 mi | 126° SE | Weak | Nashua, NH |
| CBSWBZ-TVCBS | 4 | 60 mi | 126° SE | Good | Boston, MA |
| TLMWNEUTelemundo | 60 | 60 mi | 126° SE | Fair | Merrimack, NH |
| ABCWCVB-TVABC | 5 | 60 mi | 126° SE | Good | Boston, MA |
| CWWLVICW | 56 | 61 mi | 125° SE | Fair | Cambridge, MA |
| FOXWFXTFox | 25 | 61 mi | 126° SE | Fair | Boston, MA |
Over-the-air TV in Troy
Troy, New Hampshire has a population of about 1,220. Our map shows 46 licensed TV transmitters inside a 70-mile radius: 22 full-power, 3 Class A, 15 low-power and 6 translators. Based on each transmitter's power, antenna height and distance, 20 are likely to arrive at fair strength or better, and 8 at good or strong strength.
By distance, 2 transmitters are within 25 miles, 3 between 25 and 45 miles, and 41 farther out. Six of the 16 network stations in range are licensed to Springfield, MA, so most of the network channels you will find here come from Springfield's stations.
The best-placed network stations are ABC on channel 40 (WGGB-TV), CBS on channel 4 (WBZ-TV), NBC on channel 15 (WBTS-CD), Fox on channel 25 (WFXT), CW on channel 56 (WLVI), ION on channel 68 (WBPX-TV), Telemundo on channel 60 (WNEU) and Univision on channel 66 (WUNI). Spanish-language viewers can pick up Telemundo (fair signal) and Univision (good signal). 11 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 Troy
The main network towers around Troy are in different directions: ABC 211° SSW (47 mi), CBS 126° SE (60 mi), NBC 126° SE (60 mi) and Fox 126° SE (61 mi). Aim at the farthest one you want first, or use a multi-directional antenna.
Six network stations, WBTS-CD, WBZ-TV, WNEU, WCVB-TV and WLVI and others, transmit from the same tower site about 60 miles southeast of Troy (126° SE). That one direction covers every station on the site.
Of the 10 full-power and Class A network signals that reach Troy at fair strength or better, 70% arrive from the southeast; the rest are spread across three other directions.
WBZ-TV (CBS), WBTS-CD (NBC) and WFXT (Fox) lie beyond the radio horizon of their transmitter as seen from Troy. Past that point signals fade quickly, so antenna height matters more than amplification.
Antenna and amplifier advice for Troy
The farthest main network tower for Troy is WFXT (Fox), 61 miles away with a fair estimated signal. That is why we suggest an outdoor directional antenna here. Skip that station and you may get away with a smaller antenna.
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 Troy
Full-power independents, low-power stations and translators that relay a bigger station's signal. Showing the closest 25 of 30; see all in the finder.
| Station | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| WJCB-LDLow power | 13 mi | 93° E | Fair | Windsor, VT |
| WEKW-TVFull power | 17 mi | 327° NNW | Good | Keene, NH |
| WYCU-LDLow power | 40 mi | 352° N | Poor | Charlestown, Etc., NH |
| WYBM-LDLow power | 43 mi | 253° WSW | Poor | Westmoreland, NH |
| WDPX-TVFull power | 46 mi | 131° SE | Fair | Woburn, MA |
| WWJE-DTFull power | 46 mi | 131° SE | Good | Derry, NH |
| WGBY-TVFull power | 47 mi | 211° SSW | Fair | Springfield, MA |
| WYDNFull power | 50 mi | 60° ENE | Fair | Lowell, MA |
| W32FW-DTranslator | 52 mi | 256° WSW | Poor | Adams, MA |
| W30DM-DTranslator | 53 mi | 297° WNW | Poor | Manchester, Etc., VT |
| W20EH-DTranslator | 53 mi | 273° W | Poor | Pownal, Etc., VT |
| WENH-TVFull power | 55 mi | 63° ENE | Weak | Durham, NH |
| WUTF-TVFull power | 60 mi | 126° SE | Good | Worcester, MA |
| WGBX-TVFull power | 60 mi | 126° SE | Good | Boston, MA |
| WSBK-TVFull power | 60 mi | 126° SE | Fair | Boston, MA |
| W26EU-DTranslator | 60 mi | 126° SE | Poor | Boston, MA |
| WHDHFull power | 61 mi | 125° SE | Fair | Boston, MA |
| WFXZ-CDClass A | 61 mi | 126° SE | Weak | Boston, MA |
| WGBH-TVFull power | 61 mi | 126° SE | Weak | Boston, MA |
| WVCC-LDLow power | 61 mi | 126° SE | Poor | Westmoreland, NH |
| W36FE-DLow power | 61 mi | 1° N | Poor | Hanover, NH |
| W28DA-DTranslator | 62 mi | 244° WSW | Poor | Pittsfield, MA |
| WLEK-LDLow power | 64 mi | 108° ESE | Poor | Concord, NH |
| WHDT-LDLow power | 65 mi | 120° ESE | Poor | Boston, MA |
| WCEA-LDLow power | 65 mi | 120° ESE | Poor | Boston, MA |
How Troy compares with the rest of New Hampshire
With 20 stations at fair strength or better, Troy ranks 78th of 178 places in New Hampshire: more than the typical New Hampshire town (16). Its nearest major network tower is 32 miles away, against a state median of 24 miles.
69% of New Hampshire's cities and towns get the same recommendation: an outdoor directional antenna. The nearest larger city is Keene, 9.0 miles away.
Setting up an antenna in Troy: 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 126° SE, the direction of WFXT (Fox), 61 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 20 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 Troy, NH?
ABC is on channel 40 from WGGB-TV, broadcasting from 47 miles SSW of Troy. Estimated signal: good.
What channel is CBS in Troy, NH?
CBS is on channel 4 from WBZ-TV, broadcasting from 60 miles SE of Troy. Estimated signal: good.
What channel is NBC in Troy, NH?
NBC is on channel 15 from WBTS-CD, broadcasting from 60 miles SE of Troy. Estimated signal: weak.
What channel is Fox in Troy, NH?
Fox is on channel 25 from WFXT, broadcasting from 61 miles SE of Troy. Estimated signal: fair.
What channel is CW in Troy, NH?
CW is on channel 56 from WLVI, broadcasting from 61 miles SE of Troy. Estimated signal: fair.
How many channels can I get with an antenna in Troy?
46 transmitters within 70 miles of Troy; around 20 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 Troy?
The main network towers around Troy are in different directions: ABC 211° SSW (47 mi), CBS 126° SE (60 mi), NBC 126° SE (60 mi) and Fox 126° SE (61 mi). Aim at the farthest one you want first, or use a multi-directional antenna.
What kind of antenna do I need in Troy?
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. The towers are spread over about 85° of the compass, so a multi-directional antenna or a rotator will help.
Do I need an antenna amplifier in Troy?
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 Troy?
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 New Hampshire · Northeast region · antenna buying guide · how to aim an antenna. Distances are straight-line from the center of Troy; signal estimates ignore terrain.