TV channels & antenna towers in Bradner, Ohio
Bradner has 20 TV transmitters within 70 miles, carrying ABC, CBS, NBC, Fox and CW. About 11 stations should come in at fair strength or better with a suitable antenna. The closest tower is WFND-LD, 18 miles to the SW.
Network channels in Bradner
| Station | Channel | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FOXWUPWFox | 36 | 23 mi | 359° N | Good | Toledo, OH |
| NBCWNWO-TVNBC | 24 | 24 mi | 10° N | Good | Toledo, OH |
| CBSWTOLCBS | 11 | 24 mi | 7° N | Fair | Toledo, OH |
| CWWTVGCW | 13.2 | 25 mi | 3° N | Fair | Toledo, OH |
| ABCWPNM-CDABC | 35 | 28 mi | 242° WSW | Fair | Leipsic, OH |
| FOXWLIOFox | 8.2 | 52 mi | 223° SW | Weak | Lima, OH |
| ABCWOHL-CDABC | 35 | 52 mi | 223° SW | Poor | Lima, OH |
Over-the-air TV in Bradner
Bradner is a small community of about 1,020 people in Ohio. Within 70 miles of the town center we count 20 licensed TV transmitters: 11 full-power, 5 Class A, 2 low-power and 2 translators. Based on each transmitter's power, antenna height and distance, 11 are likely to arrive at fair strength or better, and 5 at good or strong strength.
8 of them are within 25 miles of Bradner, 4 sit 25 to 45 miles away and 8 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.
The strongest network signals here 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 Bradner
The main network towers around Bradner are in different directions: ABC 242° WSW (28 mi), CBS 7° N (24 mi), NBC 10° N (24 mi) and Fox 359° N (23 mi). Aim at the farthest one you want first, or use a multi-directional antenna.
Two network stations, WUPW and WTVG, transmit from the same tower site about 23 miles north of Bradner (359° N). Point at that site and a single antenna setting picks them all up.
Of the 5 full-power and Class A network signals that reach Bradner at fair strength or better, 80% arrive from the north; the rest are spread across one other direction.
All of the main network towers are within their radio horizon as seen from Bradner, so signals arrive fairly directly and a well-placed antenna should hold them steadily.
Antenna and amplifier advice for Bradner
The farthest main network tower for Bradner is WPNM-CD (ABC), 28 miles away with a fair estimated signal. That is why we suggest an amplified indoor or attic antenna here. Viewers who do not need that station can often manage with less.
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 Bradner
Full-power independents, low-power stations and translators that relay a bigger station's signal.
| Station | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| WFND-LDLow power | 18 mi | 217° SW | Fair | Findlay, OH |
| WGTE-TVFull power | 23 mi | 1° N | Good | Toledo, OH |
| WMNT-CDClass A | 23 mi | 348° NNW | Fair | Toledo, OH |
| WDTJ-LDLow power | 23 mi | 346° NNW | Fair | Toledo, OH |
| WBGU-TVFull power | 28 mi | 242° WSW | Good | Bowling Green, OH |
| WLMBFull power | 42 mi | 314° NW | Good | Toledo, OH |
| WDMY-LDTranslator | 42 mi | 314° NW | Poor | Toledo, OH |
| WXCB-CDClass A | 52 mi | 162° SSE | Poor | Delaware, OH |
| WGGN-TVFull power | 54 mi | 108° ESE | Weak | Sandusky, OH |
| WTLWFull power | 55 mi | 225° SW | Poor | Lima, OH |
| WTLW-CDClass A | 55 mi | 225° SW | Poor | Lima, OH |
| WMFD-TVFull power | 58 mi | 132° SE | Poor | Mansfield, OH |
| W18ES-DTranslator | 65 mi | 130° SE | Poor | Mansfield, OH |
How Bradner compares with the rest of Ohio
With 11 stations at fair strength or better, Bradner ranks 595th of 686 places in Ohio: fewer than the typical Ohio town (18). Its nearest major network tower is 23 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 Bowling Green, 12 miles away.
Setting up an antenna in Bradner: 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 242° WSW, the direction of WPNM-CD (ABC), 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 11 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 Bradner, OH?
ABC is on channel 35 from WPNM-CD, broadcasting from 28 miles WSW of Bradner. Estimated signal: fair.
What channel is CBS in Bradner, OH?
CBS is on channel 11 from WTOL, broadcasting from 24 miles N of Bradner. Estimated signal: fair.
What channel is NBC in Bradner, OH?
NBC is on channel 24 from WNWO-TV, broadcasting from 24 miles N of Bradner. Estimated signal: good.
What channel is Fox in Bradner, OH?
Fox is on channel 36 from WUPW, broadcasting from 23 miles N of Bradner. Estimated signal: good.
What channel is CW in Bradner, OH?
CW is on channel 13.2 from WTVG, broadcasting from 25 miles N of Bradner. Estimated signal: fair.
How many channels can I get with an antenna in Bradner?
20 transmitters within 70 miles of Bradner; around 11 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 Bradner?
The main network towers around Bradner are in different directions: ABC 242° WSW (28 mi), CBS 7° N (24 mi), NBC 10° N (24 mi) and Fox 359° N (23 mi). Aim at the farthest one you want first, or use a multi-directional antenna.
What kind of antenna do I need in Bradner?
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 128° of the compass, so a multi-directional antenna or a rotator will help.
Do I need an antenna amplifier in Bradner?
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 Bradner?
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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