TV channels & antenna towers in Cannon Air Force Base, New Mexico
Cannon Air Force Base has 22 TV transmitters within 70 miles, carrying ABC. About 10 stations should come in at fair strength or better with a suitable antenna. The closest tower is K16EX-D, 7.0 miles to the ENE.
Network channels in Cannon Air Force Base
| Station | Channel | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ABCKVIH-TVABC | 12 | 14 mi | 170° S | Good | Clovis, NM |
Over-the-air TV in Cannon Air Force Base
With roughly 2,250 residents, Cannon Air Force Base is a small community in New Mexico. Within 70 miles of the town center we count 22 licensed TV transmitters: 3 full-power, 1 Class A, 5 low-power and 13 translators. Based on each transmitter's power, antenna height and distance, 10 are likely to arrive at fair strength or better, and 6 at good or strong strength.
10 of them are within 25 miles of Cannon Air Force Base, 1 sit 25 to 45 miles away and 11 are more than 45 miles out.
For the networks, the best local options are ABC on channel 12 (KVIH-TV). No CBS affiliate is listed within 70 miles; the nearest one in our data is KLBK-TV in Lubbock, TX, 103 miles to the southeast. No NBC affiliate is listed within 70 miles; the nearest one in our data is KOBR in Roswell, NM, 75 miles to the south. 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 Cannon Air Force Base
Point your antenna S, at about 170°. The main network towers for Cannon Air Force Base sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.
All of the main network towers are within their radio horizon as seen from Cannon Air Force Base, so signals arrive fairly directly and a well-placed antenna should hold them steadily.
Antenna and amplifier advice for Cannon Air Force Base
The farthest main network tower for Cannon Air Force Base is KVIH-TV (ABC), 14 miles away with a good estimated signal. That is why we suggest an indoor antenna here. Skip that station and you may get away with a smaller antenna.
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 Cannon Air Force Base
Full-power independents, low-power stations and translators that relay a bigger station's signal.
| Station | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| K16EX-DTranslator | 7.0 mi | 65° ENE | Fair | Clovis, NM |
| K24MW-DTranslator | 7.0 mi | 65° ENE | Fair | Clovis, NM |
| K27NL-DTranslator | 7.1 mi | 65° ENE | Good | Clovis, NM |
| K28PV-DTranslator | 7.1 mi | 65° ENE | Good | Clovis, NM |
| K19LP-DLow power | 7.1 mi | 65° ENE | Good | Clovis, NM |
| KZBZ-CDClass A | 7.1 mi | 65° ENE | Fair | Clovis, NM |
| K29HB-DLow power | 7.1 mi | 65° ENE | Fair | Clovis, NM |
| KPTF-DTFull power | 7.3 mi | 66° ENE | Good | Farwell, TX |
| KENWFull power | 11 mi | 154° SSE | Good | Portales, NM |
| K20KT-DTranslator | 36 mi | 198° SSW | Weak | Dora, NM |
| K35FPTranslator | 55 mi | 337° NNW | Poor | Tucumcari, NM |
| K30HD-DTranslator | 55 mi | 337° NNW | Poor | Tucumcari, NM |
| K23OI-DLow power | 55 mi | 337° NNW | Poor | Tucumcari, NM |
| K26OJ-DLow power | 55 mi | 337° NNW | Poor | Tucumcari, NM |
| K21OF-DTranslator | 55 mi | 337° NNW | Poor | Tucumcari, NM |
| K24NF-DLow power | 55 mi | 337° NNW | Poor | Tucumcari, NM |
| K15LZ-DTranslator | 55 mi | 338° NNW | Poor | Tucumcari, NM |
| K21IM-DTranslator | 59 mi | 276° W | Poor | Fort Sumner, NM |
| K17FK-DTranslator | 61 mi | 312° NW | Poor | Montoya & Newkirk, NM |
| K28NX-DTranslator | 61 mi | 312° NW | Poor | Montoya & Newkirk, NM |
| K25HJ-DTranslator | 61 mi | 312° NW | Poor | Hornsby Ranch, Etc., NM |
How Cannon Air Force Base compares with the rest of New Mexico
With 10 stations at fair strength or better, Cannon Air Force Base ranks 60th of 152 places in New Mexico: the same as the typical New Mexico town (10). Its nearest major network tower is 14 miles away, against a state median of 29 miles.
17% of New Mexico's cities and towns get the same recommendation: an indoor antenna. The nearest larger city is Clovis, 6.8 miles away.
Setting up an antenna in Cannon Air Force Base: step by step
- Place the antenna high on a window or wall that faces the towers. Upstairs is better than downstairs.
- Point it toward 170° S, the direction of KVIH-TV (ABC), 14 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 Cannon Air Force Base, NM?
ABC is on channel 12 from KVIH-TV, broadcasting from 14 miles S of Cannon Air Force Base. Estimated signal: good.
How many channels can I get with an antenna in Cannon Air Force Base?
22 transmitters within 70 miles of Cannon Air Force Base; 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 Cannon Air Force Base?
Point your antenna S, at about 170°. The main network towers for Cannon Air Force Base sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.
What kind of antenna do I need in Cannon Air Force Base?
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 Cannon Air Force Base?
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 Cannon Air Force Base?
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 New Mexico cities
Nearby cities in other states
More: all TV stations in New Mexico · West region · antenna buying guide · how to aim an antenna. Distances are straight-line from the center of Cannon Air Force Base; signal estimates ignore terrain.