TV channels & antenna towers in Tyro, North Carolina

Tyro has 38 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 WHWD-LD, 21 miles to the NNE.

38TV transmitters within 70 miles
7networks over the air
21 mito the closest tower
3,879population

Network channels in Tyro

StationChannelDistancePoint antennaEst. signalLicensed to
FOXWGHPFox8 30 mi89° E GoodHigh Point, NC
IONWGPX-TVION16 30 mi82° E GoodBurlington, NC
CBSWFMY-TVCBS2 30 mi82° E GoodGreensboro, NC
ABCWXLV-TVABC45 31 mi82° E GoodWinston-Salem, NC
CWWCWGCW20 39 mi360° N GoodLexington, NC
NBCWXII-TVNBC12 39 mi360° N GoodWinston-Salem, NC
MeTVWCCBMeTV18.3 43 mi209° SSW GoodCharlotte, NC
ABCWSOC-TVABC9 43 mi208° SSW GoodCharlotte, NC
CWWMYT-TVCW55 54 mi235° SW GoodRock Hill, SC
FOXWJZYFox46 54 mi235° SW GoodBelmont, NC
NBCWCNC-TVNBC36 55 mi235° SW GoodCharlotte, NC
CBSWBTVCBS3 55 mi236° WSW GoodCharlotte, NC

Over-the-air TV in Tyro

With roughly 3,880 residents, Tyro is a town in North Carolina. Our map shows 38 licensed TV transmitters inside a 70-mile radius: 20 full-power, 3 Class A, 9 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 17 at good or strong strength.

1 of them is within 25 miles of Tyro, 17 sit 25 to 45 miles away and 20 are more than 45 miles out. Four of the 12 network stations in range are licensed to Charlotte, so most of the network channels you will find here come from Charlotte's stations.

The strongest network signals here are ABC on channel 45 (WXLV-TV), CBS on channel 2 (WFMY-TV), NBC on channel 12 (WXII-TV), Fox on channel 8 (WGHP), CW on channel 20 (WCWG), ION on channel 16 (WGPX-TV) and MeTV on channel 18.3 (WCCB). 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 Tyro

The main network towers around Tyro are in different directions: ABC 82° E (31 mi), CBS 82° E (30 mi), NBC 360° N (39 mi) and Fox 89° E (30 mi). Aim at the farthest one you want first, or use a multi-directional antenna.

Three network stations, WGPX-TV, WFMY-TV and WXLV-TV, transmit from the same tower site about 30 miles east of Tyro (82° E). Aim there first: one setting covers all of them.

Of the 12 full-power and Class A network signals that reach Tyro at fair strength or better, 50% arrive from the southwest; the rest are spread across two other directions.

All of the main network towers are within their radio horizon as seen from Tyro, so signals arrive fairly directly and a well-placed antenna should hold them steadily.

Antenna and amplifier advice for Tyro

The farthest main network tower for Tyro is WXII-TV (NBC), 39 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.

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 Tyro

Full-power independents, low-power stations and translators that relay a bigger station's signal. Showing the closest 25 of 26; see all in the finder.

StationDistancePoint antennaEst. signalLicensed to
WHWD-LDLow power21 mi 19° NNEFairWinston-Salem, NC
WMYVFull power31 mi 82° EGoodGreensboro, NC
WUNG-TVFull power34 mi 203° SSWGoodConcord, NC
WLXIFull power39 mi 0° NGoodGreensboro, NC
WUNL-TVFull power39 mi 0° NGoodWinston-Salem, NC
WTVIFull power40 mi 207° SSWWeakCharlotte, NC
WDMC-LDLow power42 mi 205° SSWPoorCharlotte, NC
WCEE-LDTranslator42 mi 205° SSWPoorCharlotte, NC
WHEH-LDLow power42 mi 205° SSWPoorLumberton, NC
WAXN-TVFull power43 mi 208° SSWGoodKannapolis, NC
W36FB-DTranslator48 mi 140° SEPoorBiscoe, NC
WACN-LDLow power50 mi 53° NEPoorRaleigh, NC
W15EB-DClass A51 mi 214° SWPoorCharlotte, NC
WVEB-LDLow power51 mi 214° SWPoorFlorence, SC
WGTB-CDClass A54 mi 235° SWPoorCharlotte, NC
WGSR-LDLow power55 mi 46° NEPoorReidsville, NC
W17EE-DTranslator60 mi 156° SSEPoorLilesville/Wadesboro, NC
W15EF-DTranslator65 mi 320° NWPoorSparta, NC
W26FA-DTranslator65 mi 264° WPoorMarion, NC
W34FH-DTranslator65 mi 264° WPoorMarion, Etc., NC
WYAT-LDLow power67 mi 24° NNEPoorMartinsville, VA
WRAY-TVFull power68 mi 86° EFairWake Forest, NC
WUNC-TVFull power68 mi 86° EFairChapel Hill, NC
W36FG-DLow power68 mi 86° EPoorCharlotte, NC
WIRP-LDLow power68 mi 86° EPoorRaleigh, NC

How Tyro compares with the rest of North Carolina

With 20 stations at fair strength or better, Tyro ranks 179th 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 Salisbury, 11 miles away.

Setting up an antenna in Tyro: step by step

  1. 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.
  2. Point it toward 360° N, the direction of WXII-TV (NBC), 39 miles away. Closer stations usually come in even off-axis.
  3. Run a full channel scan on your TV (usually Settings → Channels → Auto program; the name varies by brand).
  4. 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.
  5. Rescan every few months, or whenever a channel disappears; stations occasionally change frequency.

Frequently asked questions

What channel is ABC in Tyro, NC?

ABC is on channel 45 from WXLV-TV, broadcasting from 31 miles E of Tyro. Estimated signal: good.

What channel is CBS in Tyro, NC?

CBS is on channel 2 from WFMY-TV, broadcasting from 30 miles E of Tyro. Estimated signal: good.

What channel is NBC in Tyro, NC?

NBC is on channel 12 from WXII-TV, broadcasting from 39 miles N of Tyro. Estimated signal: good.

What channel is Fox in Tyro, NC?

Fox is on channel 8 from WGHP, broadcasting from 30 miles E of Tyro. Estimated signal: good.

What channel is CW in Tyro, NC?

CW is on channel 20 from WCWG, broadcasting from 39 miles N of Tyro. Estimated signal: good.

How many channels can I get with an antenna in Tyro?

38 transmitters within 70 miles of Tyro; around 20 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 Tyro?

The main network towers around Tyro are in different directions: ABC 82° E (31 mi), CBS 82° E (30 mi), NBC 360° N (39 mi) and Fox 89° E (30 mi). Aim at the farthest one you want first, or use a multi-directional antenna.

What kind of antenna do I need in Tyro?

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 89° of the compass, so a multi-directional antenna or a rotator will help.

Do I need an antenna amplifier in Tyro?

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 Tyro?

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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