TV channels & antenna towers in Finneytown, Ohio
Finneytown has 23 TV transmitters within 70 miles, carrying ABC, CBS, NBC, Fox, CW and ION. About 17 stations should come in at fair strength or better with a suitable antenna. The closest tower is WSTR-TV, 0.1 miles to the W.
Network channels in Finneytown
| Station | Channel | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NBCWLWTNBC | 5 | 5.3 mi | 181° S | Strong | Cincinnati, OH |
| ABCWCPO-TVABC | 9 | 5.3 mi | 167° SSE | Strong | Cincinnati, OH |
| TLMWBQC-LDTelemundo | 25 | 5.3 mi | 167° SSE | Good | Cincinnati, OH |
| FOXWXIX-TVFox | 19 | 5.6 mi | 195° SSW | Strong | Newport, KY |
| CWWKRC-TVCW | 12.2 | 5.9 mi | 170° S | Good | Cincinnati, OH |
| IONWKOI-TVION | 43 | 38 mi | 21° NNE | Good | Richmond, IN |
| CWWBDTCW | 26 | 38 mi | 21° NNE | Good | Springfield, OH |
| NBCWDTNNBC | 2 | 39 mi | 21° NNE | Good | Dayton, OH |
| ABCWKEFABC | 22 | 39 mi | 21° NNE | Good | Dayton, OH |
| CBSWHIO-TVCBS | 7 | 40 mi | 21° NNE | Good | Dayton, OH |
Over-the-air TV in Finneytown
Finneytown is a town of about 12,700 people in Ohio. There are 23 licensed TV transmitters within 70 miles: 16 full-power, 5 low-power and 2 translators. Based on each transmitter's power, antenna height and distance, 17 are likely to arrive at fair strength or better, and 17 at good or strong strength.
By distance, 10 transmitters are within 25 miles, 12 between 25 and 45 miles, and 1 farther out. Four of the 10 network stations in range are licensed to Cincinnati, so most of the network channels you will find here come from Cincinnati's stations.
The strongest network signals here are ABC on channel 9 (WCPO-TV), CBS on channel 7 (WHIO-TV), NBC on channel 5 (WLWT), Fox on channel 19 (WXIX-TV), CW on channel 26 (WBDT), ION on channel 43 (WKOI-TV) and Telemundo on channel 25 (WBQC-LD). Spanish-language viewers can pick up Telemundo (good signal). 7 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 Finneytown
The main network towers around Finneytown are in different directions: ABC 167° SSE (5.3 mi), CBS 21° NNE (40 mi), NBC 181° S (5.3 mi) and Fox 195° SSW (5.6 mi). Aim at the farthest one you want first, or use a multi-directional antenna.
Five network stations, WKOI-TV, WBDT, WDTN, WKEF and WHIO-TV, transmit from the same tower site about 38 miles north of Finneytown (21° NNE). Point at that site and a single antenna setting picks them all up.
Of the 9 full-power and Class A network signals that reach Finneytown at fair strength or better, 56% 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 Finneytown, so signals arrive fairly directly and a well-placed antenna should hold them steadily.
Antenna and amplifier advice for Finneytown
The farthest main network tower for Finneytown is WHIO-TV (CBS), 40 miles away with a good 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.
WSTR-TV is only 0.1 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 Finneytown
Full-power independents, low-power stations and translators that relay a bigger station's signal.
| Station | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| WSTR-TVFull power | 0.1 mi | 268° W | Strong | Cincinnati, OH |
| WPTOFull power | 5.3 mi | 181° S | Strong | Oxford, OH |
| WCETFull power | 5.3 mi | 181° S | Strong | Cincinnati, OH |
| WDYC-LDLow power | 5.5 mi | 195° SSW | Good | Cincinnati, OH |
| WCVN-TVFull power | 12 mi | 176° S | Good | Covington, KY |
| W23DM-DTranslator | 38 mi | 164° SSE | Poor | Falmouth, KY |
| WPTDFull power | 39 mi | 22° NNE | Good | Dayton, OH |
| WRCX-LDLow power | 39 mi | 21° NNE | Poor | Dayton, OH |
| WRGT-TVFull power | 39 mi | 21° NNE | Good | Dayton, OH |
| WLWD-LDLow power | 39 mi | 21° NNE | Poor | Dayton, OH |
| WZCD-LDLow power | 39 mi | 21° NNE | Poor | Dayton, OH |
| W16EB-DTranslator | 41 mi | 137° SE | Poor | Augusta, KY |
| WKONFull power | 49 mi | 199° SSW | Weak | Owenton, KY |
How Finneytown compares with the rest of Ohio
With 17 stations at fair strength or better, Finneytown ranks 369th of 686 places in Ohio: fewer than the typical Ohio town (18). Its nearest major network tower is 5.3 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 Cincinnati, 5.1 miles away.
Setting up an antenna in Finneytown: 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 21° NNE, the direction of WHIO-TV (CBS), 40 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 17 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 Finneytown, OH?
ABC is on channel 9 from WCPO-TV, broadcasting from 5.3 miles SSE of Finneytown. Estimated signal: strong.
What channel is CBS in Finneytown, OH?
CBS is on channel 7 from WHIO-TV, broadcasting from 40 miles NNE of Finneytown. Estimated signal: good.
What channel is NBC in Finneytown, OH?
NBC is on channel 5 from WLWT, broadcasting from 5.3 miles S of Finneytown. Estimated signal: strong.
What channel is Fox in Finneytown, OH?
Fox is on channel 19 from WXIX-TV, broadcasting from 5.6 miles SSW of Finneytown. Estimated signal: strong.
What channel is CW in Finneytown, OH?
CW is on channel 26 from WBDT, broadcasting from 38 miles NNE of Finneytown. Estimated signal: good.
How many channels can I get with an antenna in Finneytown?
23 transmitters within 70 miles of Finneytown; around 17 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 Finneytown?
The main network towers around Finneytown are in different directions: ABC 167° SSE (5.3 mi), CBS 21° NNE (40 mi), NBC 181° S (5.3 mi) and Fox 195° SSW (5.6 mi). Aim at the farthest one you want first, or use a multi-directional antenna.
What kind of antenna do I need in Finneytown?
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 174° of the compass, so a multi-directional antenna or a rotator will help.
Do I need an antenna amplifier in Finneytown?
WSTR-TV is only 0.1 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 Finneytown?
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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