TV channels & antenna towers in Robbins, North Carolina
Robbins has 45 TV transmitters within 70 miles, carrying ABC, CBS, NBC, Fox, CW and ION. About 21 stations should come in at fair strength or better with a suitable antenna. The closest tower is W36FB-D, 18 miles to the SW.
Network channels in Robbins
| Station | Channel | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FOXWGHPFox | 8 | 30 mi | 331° NNW | Good | High Point, NC |
| ABCWXLV-TVABC | 45 | 33 mi | 336° NNW | Good | Winston-Salem, NC |
| IONWGPX-TVION | 16 | 33 mi | 335° NNW | Good | Burlington, NC |
| CBSWFMY-TVCBS | 2 | 33 mi | 335° NNW | Good | Greensboro, NC |
| UNIWUVC-DTUnivision | 40 | 35 mi | 81° E | Good | Fayetteville, NC |
| ABCWTVDABC | 11 | 61 mi | 74° ENE | Fair | Durham, NC |
| NBCWRAL-TVNBC | 5 | 62 mi | 74° ENE | Good | Raleigh, NC |
| TLMWRTD-CDTelemundo | 54 | 62 mi | 74° ENE | Good | Raleigh, NC |
| CBSWNCNCBS | 17 | 62 mi | 74° ENE | Fair | Goldsboro, NC |
| FOXWRAZFox | 50 | 62 mi | 74° ENE | Good | Raleigh, NC |
| CWWLFLCW | 22 | 62 mi | 74° ENE | Good | Raleigh, NC |
| ABCWSOC-TVABC | 9 | 65 mi | 260° W | Fair | Charlotte, NC |
| MeTVWCCBMeTV | 18.3 | 66 mi | 260° W | Fair | Charlotte, NC |
Over-the-air TV in Robbins
Robbins is a small community of about 1,180 people in North Carolina. There are 45 licensed TV transmitters within 70 miles: 20 full-power, 6 Class A, 16 low-power and 3 translators. Based on each transmitter's power, antenna height and distance, 21 are likely to arrive at fair strength or better, and 14 at good or strong strength.
By distance, 3 transmitters are within 25 miles, 12 between 25 and 45 miles, and 30 farther out. Four of the 13 network stations in range are licensed to Raleigh, so most of the network channels you will find here come from Raleigh's stations.
For the networks, the best local options are ABC on channel 45 (WXLV-TV), CBS on channel 2 (WFMY-TV), NBC on channel 5 (WRAL-TV), Fox on channel 8 (WGHP), CW on channel 22 (WLFL), ION on channel 16 (WGPX-TV), Telemundo on channel 54 (WRTD-CD), Univision on channel 40 (WUVC-DT) and MeTV on channel 18.3 (WCCB). Spanish-language viewers can pick up Telemundo (good signal) and Univision (good signal). 8 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 Robbins
Point your antenna NNW, at about 334°. The main network towers for Robbins sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.
Three network stations, WXLV-TV, WGPX-TV and WFMY-TV, transmit from the same tower site about 33 miles northwest of Robbins (336° NNW). That one direction covers every station on the site.
Of the 13 full-power and Class A network signals that reach Robbins at fair strength or better, 54% arrive from the east; the rest are spread across two other directions.
All of the main network towers are within their radio horizon as seen from Robbins, so signals arrive fairly directly and a well-placed antenna should hold them steadily.
Antenna and amplifier advice for Robbins
The farthest main network tower for Robbins is WFMY-TV (CBS), 33 miles away with a good estimated signal. That is why we suggest an amplified indoor or attic antenna here.
WRAL-TV (NBC), 62 miles east, is the exception: the nearest listed affiliate of its network is far enough away to need an outdoor antenna. Some local stations in our data carry no network tag, so check the other stations table below before buying a bigger antenna just for that one.
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 Robbins
Full-power independents, low-power stations and translators that relay a bigger station's signal. Showing the closest 25 of 32; see all in the finder.
| Station | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| W36FB-DTranslator | 18 mi | 232° SW | Fair | Biscoe, NC |
| WYBE-CDClass A | 21 mi | 153° SSE | Poor | Pinehurst, NC |
| WBFT-CDClass A | 25 mi | 85° E | Fair | Sanford, NC |
| WMYVFull power | 33 mi | 336° NNW | Good | Greensboro, NC |
| W17EE-DTranslator | 35 mi | 215° SW | Weak | Lilesville/Wadesboro, NC |
| WRAY-TVFull power | 38 mi | 38° NE | Good | Wake Forest, NC |
| WUNC-TVFull power | 38 mi | 38° NE | Good | Chapel Hill, NC |
| W36FG-DLow power | 38 mi | 38° NE | Poor | Charlotte, NC |
| WIRP-LDLow power | 39 mi | 38° NE | Poor | Raleigh, NC |
| WNCB-LDLow power | 43 mi | 128° SE | Poor | Fayetteville, NC |
| WDRN-LDLow power | 45 mi | 122° ESE | Poor | Fayetteville, NC |
| W33EI-DLow power | 47 mi | 66° ENE | Poor | Raleigh, NC |
| WUNUFull power | 54 mi | 145° SE | Good | Lumberton, NC |
| WTNC-LDLow power | 56 mi | 39° NE | Poor | Durham, NC |
| WACN-LDLow power | 56 mi | 356° N | Poor | Raleigh, NC |
| WDRH-LDLow power | 57 mi | 64° ENE | Poor | Raleigh, NC |
| WWIW-LDLow power | 57 mi | 64° ENE | Poor | Raleigh, NC |
| WUBX-CDClass A | 57 mi | 49° NE | Poor | Durham, Etc., NC |
| WTNG-CDClass A | 57 mi | 152° SSE | Poor | Rockfish, NC |
| W19FC-DLow power | 57 mi | 152° SSE | Poor | Lumberton, NC |
| WUNG-TVFull power | 58 mi | 265° W | Fair | Concord, NC |
| WHWD-LDLow power | 59 mi | 321° NW | Poor | Winston-Salem, NC |
| WAUG-LDLow power | 60 mi | 65° ENE | Poor | Raleigh, NC |
| WPEM-LDLow power | 61 mi | 149° SSE | Poor | Lumberton, NC |
| WNGT-CDClass A | 61 mi | 74° ENE | Poor | Raleigh, NC |
How Robbins compares with the rest of North Carolina
With 21 stations at fair strength or better, Robbins ranks 142nd of 465 places in North Carolina: more than the typical North Carolina town (19). Its nearest major network tower is 30 miles away, against a state median of 23 miles.
57% of North Carolina's cities and towns get the same recommendation: an amplified indoor or attic antenna. The nearest larger city is Asheboro, 23 miles away.
Setting up an antenna in Robbins: 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 335° NNW, the direction of WFMY-TV (CBS), 33 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 21 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 Robbins, NC?
ABC is on channel 45 from WXLV-TV, broadcasting from 33 miles NNW of Robbins. Estimated signal: good.
What channel is CBS in Robbins, NC?
CBS is on channel 2 from WFMY-TV, broadcasting from 33 miles NNW of Robbins. Estimated signal: good.
What channel is NBC in Robbins, NC?
NBC is on channel 5 from WRAL-TV, broadcasting from 62 miles ENE of Robbins. Estimated signal: good.
What channel is Fox in Robbins, NC?
Fox is on channel 8 from WGHP, broadcasting from 30 miles NNW of Robbins. Estimated signal: good.
What channel is CW in Robbins, NC?
CW is on channel 22 from WLFL, broadcasting from 62 miles ENE of Robbins. Estimated signal: good.
How many channels can I get with an antenna in Robbins?
45 transmitters within 70 miles of Robbins; around 21 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 Robbins?
Point your antenna NNW, at about 334°. The main network towers for Robbins sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.
What kind of antenna do I need in Robbins?
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. Picking up NBC from up to 62 miles away would take an outdoor antenna.
Do I need an antenna amplifier in Robbins?
WRAL-TV (NBC), 62 miles east, is the exception: the nearest listed affiliate of its network is far enough away to need an outdoor antenna. Some local stations in our data carry no network tag, so check the other stations table below before buying a bigger antenna just for that one.
Is there an app to find TV towers in Robbins?
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 North Carolina · South region · antenna buying guide · how to aim an antenna. Distances are straight-line from the center of Robbins; signal estimates ignore terrain.