TV channels & antenna towers in Grandyle Village, New York
Grandyle Village has 25 TV transmitters within 70 miles, carrying ABC, CBS, NBC, Fox, CW and ION. About 12 stations should come in at fair strength or better with a suitable antenna. The closest tower is WUTV (Fox), 2.4 miles to the NE.
Network channels in Grandyle Village
| Station | Channel | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FOXWUTVFox | 29 | 2.4 mi | 34° NE | Strong | Buffalo, NY |
| NBCWGRZNBC | 2 | 28 mi | 134° SE | Good | Buffalo, NY |
| CBSWIVB-TVCBS | 4 | 29 mi | 144° SE | Good | Buffalo, NY |
| CWWNLOCW | 23 | 29 mi | 144° SE | Good | Buffalo, NY |
| IONWPXJ-TVION | 51 | 29 mi | 120° ESE | Good | Batavia, NY |
| ABCWKBW-TVABC | 7 | 30 mi | 145° SE | Good | Buffalo, NY |
| MeTVWBBZ-TVMeTV | 67.3 | 32 mi | 158° SSE | Fair | Springville, NY |
| FOXWUHFFox | 31 | 70 mi | 82° E | Poor | Rochester, NY |
| CWWHAM-TVCW | 13.2 | 70 mi | 82° E | Poor | Rochester, NY |
| NBCWHEC-TVNBC | 10 | 70 mi | 82° E | Poor | Rochester, NY |
| CBSWROC-TVCBS | 8 | 70 mi | 82° E | Poor | Rochester, NY |
Over-the-air TV in Grandyle Village
Grandyle Village is a town of about 4,630 people in New York. There are 25 licensed TV transmitters within 70 miles: 15 full-power, 4 Class A and 6 low-power. Based on each transmitter's power, antenna height and distance, 12 are likely to arrive at fair strength or better, and 10 at good or strong strength.
5 of them are within 25 miles of Grandyle Village, 10 sit 25 to 45 miles away and 10 are more than 45 miles out. Five of the 11 network stations in range are licensed to Buffalo, so most of the network channels you will find here come from Buffalo's stations.
For the networks, the best local options are ABC on channel 7 (WKBW-TV), CBS on channel 4 (WIVB-TV), NBC on channel 2 (WGRZ), Fox on channel 29 (WUTV), CW on channel 23 (WNLO), ION on channel 51 (WPXJ-TV) and MeTV on channel 67.3 (WBBZ-TV). 4 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 Grandyle Village
The main network towers around Grandyle Village are in different directions: ABC 145° SE (30 mi), CBS 144° SE (29 mi), NBC 134° SE (28 mi) and Fox 34° NE (2.4 mi). Aim at the farthest one you want first, or use a multi-directional antenna.
Three network stations, WIVB-TV, WNLO and WKBW-TV, transmit from the same tower site about 29 miles southeast of Grandyle Village (144° SE). Aim there first: one setting covers all of them.
Of the 7 full-power and Class A network signals that reach Grandyle Village at fair strength or better, 71% arrive from the southeast; the rest are spread across two other directions.
All of the main network towers are within their radio horizon as seen from Grandyle Village, so signals arrive fairly directly and a well-placed antenna should hold them steadily.
Antenna and amplifier advice for Grandyle Village
The farthest main network tower for Grandyle Village is WKBW-TV (ABC), 30 miles away with a good estimated signal. That is why we suggest an amplified indoor or attic antenna here. If you only watch the closer stations, a smaller antenna may do.
WUTV is only 2.4 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 Grandyle Village
Full-power independents, low-power stations and translators that relay a bigger station's signal.
| Station | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| WBNF-CDClass A | 2.4 mi | 34° NE | Strong | Buffalo, NY |
| WNYO-TVFull power | 2.4 mi | 34° NE | Strong | Buffalo, NY |
| WNED-TVFull power | 2.9 mi | 37° NE | Strong | Buffalo, NY |
| WBXZ-LDLow power | 9.0 mi | 154° SSE | Good | Buffalo, NY |
| WWHC-LDLow power | 28 mi | 134° SE | Weak | Olean, NY |
| WVTT-CDClass A | 28 mi | 134° SE | Weak | Olean, NY |
| WBUO-LDLow power | 28 mi | 154° SSE | Fair | Buffalo, NY |
| WNYBFull power | 44 mi | 199° SSW | Weak | Jamestown, NY |
| W17ED-DLow power | 67 mi | 106° ESE | Poor | Hornell, Alfred, NY |
| WNIB-LDLow power | 68 mi | 74° ENE | Poor | Rochester, NY |
| WBGT-CDClass A | 70 mi | 82° E | Poor | Rochester, NY |
| WAWW-LDLow power | 70 mi | 82° E | Poor | Rochester, NY |
| WGCE-CDClass A | 70 mi | 82° E | Poor | Rochester, NY |
| WXXI-TVFull power | 70 mi | 82° E | Poor | Rochester, NY |
How Grandyle Village compares with the rest of New York
With 12 stations at fair strength or better, Grandyle Village ranks 882nd of 1,012 places in New York: fewer than the typical New York town (23). Its nearest major network tower is 2.4 miles away, against a state median of 22 miles.
42% of New York's cities and towns get the same recommendation: an amplified indoor or attic antenna. The nearest larger city is Grand Island, 2.6 miles away.
Setting up an antenna in Grandyle Village: 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 145° SE, the direction of WKBW-TV (ABC), 30 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 12 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 Grandyle Village, NY?
ABC is on channel 7 from WKBW-TV, broadcasting from 30 miles SE of Grandyle Village. Estimated signal: good.
What channel is CBS in Grandyle Village, NY?
CBS is on channel 4 from WIVB-TV, broadcasting from 29 miles SE of Grandyle Village. Estimated signal: good.
What channel is NBC in Grandyle Village, NY?
NBC is on channel 2 from WGRZ, broadcasting from 28 miles SE of Grandyle Village. Estimated signal: good.
What channel is Fox in Grandyle Village, NY?
Fox is on channel 29 from WUTV, broadcasting from 2.4 miles NE of Grandyle Village. Estimated signal: strong.
What channel is CW in Grandyle Village, NY?
CW is on channel 23 from WNLO, broadcasting from 29 miles SE of Grandyle Village. Estimated signal: good.
How many channels can I get with an antenna in Grandyle Village?
25 transmitters within 70 miles of Grandyle Village; around 12 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 Grandyle Village?
The main network towers around Grandyle Village are in different directions: ABC 145° SE (30 mi), CBS 144° SE (29 mi), NBC 134° SE (28 mi) and Fox 34° NE (2.4 mi). Aim at the farthest one you want first, or use a multi-directional antenna.
What kind of antenna do I need in Grandyle Village?
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. The towers are spread over about 112° of the compass, so a multi-directional antenna or a rotator will help.
Do I need an antenna amplifier in Grandyle Village?
WUTV is only 2.4 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 Grandyle Village?
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 York · Northeast region · antenna buying guide · how to aim an antenna. Distances are straight-line from the center of Grandyle Village; signal estimates ignore terrain.