TV channels & antenna towers in Ballville, Ohio
Ballville has 22 TV transmitters within 70 miles, carrying ABC, CBS, NBC, Fox and CW. About 9 stations should come in at fair strength or better with a suitable antenna. The closest tower is WNWO-TV (NBC), 26 miles to the NNW.
Network channels in Ballville
| Station | Channel | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NBCWNWO-TVNBC | 24 | 26 mi | 334° NNW | Good | Toledo, OH |
| CBSWTOLCBS | 11 | 27 mi | 332° NNW | Fair | Toledo, OH |
| FOXWUPWFox | 36 | 28 mi | 325° NW | Fair | Toledo, OH |
| CWWTVGCW | 13.2 | 29 mi | 329° NNW | Fair | Toledo, OH |
| ABCWPNM-CDABC | 35 | 42 mi | 252° WSW | Weak | Leipsic, OH |
| FOXWLIOFox | 8.2 | 64 mi | 234° SW | Poor | Lima, OH |
| ABCWOHL-CDABC | 35 | 64 mi | 234° SW | Poor | Lima, OH |
Over-the-air TV in Ballville
Ballville, Ohio has a population of about 2,980. There are 22 licensed TV transmitters within 70 miles: 11 full-power, 5 Class A, 4 low-power and 2 translators. Based on each transmitter's power, antenna height and distance, 9 are likely to arrive at fair strength or better, and 1 at good or strong strength.
0 of them are within 25 miles of Ballville, 11 sit 25 to 45 miles away and 11 are more than 45 miles out. Four of the 7 network stations in range are licensed to Toledo, so most of the network channels you will find here come from Toledo's stations.
For the networks, the best local options are ABC on channel 35 (WPNM-CD), CBS on channel 11 (WTOL), NBC on channel 24 (WNWO-TV), Fox on channel 36 (WUPW) and CW on channel 13.2 (WTVG). 6 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 Ballville
Point your antenna NNW, at about 330°. The main network towers for Ballville sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.
Two network stations, WNWO-TV and WTOL, transmit from the same tower site about 26 miles northwest of Ballville (334° NNW). Aim there first: one setting covers all of them.
Of the 4 full-power and Class A network signals that reach Ballville at fair strength or better, all arrive from the northwest, so this is an easy place to aim.
All of the main network towers are within their radio horizon as seen from Ballville, so signals arrive fairly directly and a well-placed antenna should hold them steadily.
Antenna and amplifier advice for Ballville
The farthest main network tower for Ballville is WUPW (Fox), 28 miles away with a fair estimated signal. That is why we suggest an amplified indoor or attic antenna here.
WPNM-CD (ABC), 42 miles west, 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 Ballville
Full-power independents, low-power stations and translators that relay a bigger station's signal.
| Station | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| WGTE-TVFull power | 28 mi | 326° NW | Fair | Toledo, OH |
| WMNT-CDClass A | 31 mi | 318° NW | Fair | Toledo, OH |
| WFND-LDLow power | 31 mi | 241° WSW | Fair | Findlay, OH |
| WDTJ-LDLow power | 31 mi | 316° NW | Weak | Toledo, OH |
| WGGN-TVFull power | 39 mi | 116° ESE | Fair | Sandusky, OH |
| WBGU-TVFull power | 42 mi | 252° WSW | Fair | Bowling Green, OH |
| WMFD-TVFull power | 47 mi | 145° SE | Weak | Mansfield, OH |
| WXCB-CDClass A | 49 mi | 180° S | Poor | Delaware, OH |
| WLMBFull power | 54 mi | 302° WNW | Weak | Toledo, OH |
| WDMY-LDTranslator | 54 mi | 302° WNW | Poor | Toledo, OH |
| W18ES-DTranslator | 54 mi | 142° SE | Poor | Mansfield, OH |
| WQIZ-LDLow power | 59 mi | 133° SE | Poor | Ashland, OH |
| WTLWFull power | 67 mi | 235° SW | Poor | Lima, OH |
| WTLW-CDClass A | 67 mi | 235° SW | Poor | Lima, OH |
| WLPC-CDLow power | 70 mi | 4° N | Poor | Redford, MI |
How Ballville compares with the rest of Ohio
With 9 stations at fair strength or better, Ballville ranks 648th of 686 places in Ohio: fewer than the typical Ohio town (18). Its nearest major network tower is 26 miles away, against a state median of 16 miles.
58% of Ohio's cities and towns get the same recommendation: an amplified indoor or attic antenna. The nearest larger city is Sandusky, 24 miles away.
Setting up an antenna in Ballville: 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 325° NW, the direction of WUPW (Fox), 28 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 9 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 Ballville, OH?
ABC is on channel 35 from WPNM-CD, broadcasting from 42 miles WSW of Ballville. Estimated signal: weak.
What channel is CBS in Ballville, OH?
CBS is on channel 11 from WTOL, broadcasting from 27 miles NNW of Ballville. Estimated signal: fair.
What channel is NBC in Ballville, OH?
NBC is on channel 24 from WNWO-TV, broadcasting from 26 miles NNW of Ballville. Estimated signal: good.
What channel is Fox in Ballville, OH?
Fox is on channel 36 from WUPW, broadcasting from 28 miles NW of Ballville. Estimated signal: fair.
What channel is CW in Ballville, OH?
CW is on channel 13.2 from WTVG, broadcasting from 29 miles NNW of Ballville. Estimated signal: fair.
How many channels can I get with an antenna in Ballville?
22 transmitters within 70 miles of Ballville; around 9 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 Ballville?
Point your antenna NNW, at about 330°. The main network towers for Ballville sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.
What kind of antenna do I need in Ballville?
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 ABC from up to 42 miles away would take an outdoor antenna.
Do I need an antenna amplifier in Ballville?
WPNM-CD (ABC), 42 miles west, 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 Ballville?
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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