TV channels & antenna towers in Mantua, Ohio
Mantua has 31 TV transmitters within 70 miles, carrying ABC, CBS, NBC, Fox, CW and ION. About 4 stations should come in at fair strength or better with a suitable antenna. The closest tower is WHIZ-TV (Fox), 19 miles to the WSW.
Network channels in Mantua
| Station | Channel | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FOXWHIZ-TVFox | 18.2 | 19 mi | 238° WSW | Good | Zanesville, OH |
| ABCWTRF-TVABC | 7.3 | 49 mi | 91° E | Fair | Wheeling, WV |
| NBCWTAP-TVNBC | 15 | 51 mi | 173° S | Fair | Parkersburg, WV |
| CWWOVA-CDCW | 22.2 | 51 mi | 173° S | Poor | Parkersburg, WV |
| CBSWIYE-LDCBS | 26 | 51 mi | 173° S | Poor | Parkersburg, WV |
| FOXWTOV-TVFox | 9.2 | 59 mi | 72° ENE | Weak | Steubenville, OH |
| IONWCPX-LDION | 38 | 67 mi | 269° W | Poor | Columbus, OH |
| IONWVPX-TVION | 23 | 68 mi | 4° N | Weak | Akron, OH |
Over-the-air TV in Mantua
Mantua, Ohio has a population of about 1,010. There are 31 licensed TV transmitters within 70 miles: 12 full-power, 3 Class A, 14 low-power and 2 translators. Based on each transmitter's power, antenna height and distance, 4 are likely to arrive at fair strength or better, and 1 at good or strong strength.
By distance, 3 transmitters are within 25 miles, 1 between 25 and 45 miles, and 27 farther out. Three of the 8 network stations in range are licensed to Parkersburg, WV, so most of the network channels you will find here come from Parkersburg's stations.
The strongest network signals here are ABC on channel 7.3 (WTRF-TV), CBS on channel 26 (WIYE-LD), NBC on channel 15 (WTAP-TV), Fox on channel 18.2 (WHIZ-TV), CW on channel 22.2 (WOVA-CD) and ION on channel 23 (WVPX-TV). 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 Mantua
The main network towers around Mantua are in different directions: ABC 91° E (49 mi), NBC 173° S (51 mi) and Fox 238° WSW (19 mi). Aim at the farthest one you want first, or use a multi-directional antenna.
Two network stations, WTAP-TV and WOVA-CD, transmit from the same tower site about 51 miles south of Mantua (173° S). Aim there first: one setting covers all of them.
WTAP-TV (NBC) lies beyond the radio horizon of its transmitter as seen from Mantua. Past that point signals fade quickly, so antenna height matters more than amplification.
Antenna and amplifier advice for Mantua
The farthest main network tower for Mantua is WTAP-TV (NBC), 51 miles away with a fair estimated signal. That is why we suggest an outdoor directional antenna here. If you only watch the closer stations, a smaller antenna may do.
At this distance a low-noise preamplifier mounted on the mast, right below the antenna, helps more than an amplifier near the TV. It boosts the signal before cable loss eats into it. See the amplifier guide.
Other stations near Mantua
Full-power independents, low-power stations and translators that relay a bigger station's signal.
| Station | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| W18EY-DLow power | 20 mi | 34° NE | Weak | Canton, OH |
| WOUC-TVFull power | 21 mi | 87° E | Fair | Cambridge, OH |
| WIVN-LDLow power | 43 mi | 8° N | Poor | Massilon, OH |
| WWVW-LDLow power | 49 mi | 91° E | Poor | Wheeling, WV |
| W21EA-DLow power | 51 mi | 173° S | Poor | Parkersburg, WV |
| WVMY-LDLow power | 52 mi | 169° S | Poor | Parkersburg, WV |
| W25FR-DLow power | 53 mi | 152° SSE | Poor | Clarksburg, WV |
| WQIZ-LDLow power | 57 mi | 324° NW | Poor | Ashland, OH |
| WOUB-TVFull power | 58 mi | 206° SSW | Weak | Athens, OH |
| W34FE-DLow power | 59 mi | 166° SSE | Poor | Parkersburg, WV |
| W17EF-DTranslator | 60 mi | 80° E | Poor | Wheeling, WV |
| WOHZ-CDClass A | 60 mi | 21° NNE | Poor | Canton, OH |
| W18ES-DTranslator | 61 mi | 316° NW | Poor | Mansfield, OH |
| W27DG-DLow power | 62 mi | 23° NNE | Poor | Millersburg, OH |
| WIVD-LDLow power | 62 mi | 23° NNE | Poor | Canton, OH |
| WIVM-LDLow power | 63 mi | 359° N | Poor | Akron-Canton, OH |
| WOSU-TVFull power | 66 mi | 275° W | Weak | Columbus, OH |
| WDLI-TVFull power | 68 mi | 4° N | Weak | Canton, OH |
| W28FG-DLow power | 68 mi | 4° N | Poor | Akron, OH |
| WMFD-TVFull power | 68 mi | 314° NW | Poor | Mansfield, OH |
| WCBZ-CDClass A | 69 mi | 273° W | Poor | Columbus, OH |
| WRLMFull power | 69 mi | 2° N | Poor | Canton, OH |
| WEAOFull power | 69 mi | 2° N | Poor | Akron, OH |
How Mantua compares with the rest of Ohio
With 4 stations at fair strength or better, Mantua ranks 685th of 686 places in Ohio: fewer than the typical Ohio town (18). Its nearest major network tower is 19 miles away, against a state median of 16 miles.
15% of Ohio's cities and towns get the same recommendation: an outdoor directional antenna. The nearest larger city is Zanesville, 20 miles away.
Setting up an antenna in Mantua: step by step
- Mount an outdoor antenna on the roof or a mast, as high as you can safely get it, with a clear view toward the towers.
- Point it toward 173° S, the direction of WTAP-TV (NBC), 51 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 4 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 Mantua, OH?
ABC is on channel 7.3 from WTRF-TV, broadcasting from 49 miles E of Mantua. Estimated signal: fair.
What channel is CBS in Mantua, OH?
CBS is on channel 26 from WIYE-LD, broadcasting from 51 miles S of Mantua. Estimated signal: very weak.
What channel is NBC in Mantua, OH?
NBC is on channel 15 from WTAP-TV, broadcasting from 51 miles S of Mantua. Estimated signal: fair.
What channel is Fox in Mantua, OH?
Fox is on channel 18.2 from WHIZ-TV, broadcasting from 19 miles WSW of Mantua. Estimated signal: good.
What channel is CW in Mantua, OH?
CW is on channel 22.2 from WOVA-CD, broadcasting from 51 miles S of Mantua. Estimated signal: very weak.
How many channels can I get with an antenna in Mantua?
31 transmitters within 70 miles of Mantua; around 4 of them are likely to be receivable with outdoor directional 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 Mantua?
The main network towers around Mantua are in different directions: ABC 91° E (49 mi), NBC 173° S (51 mi) and Fox 238° WSW (19 mi). Aim at the farthest one you want first, or use a multi-directional antenna.
What kind of antenna do I need in Mantua?
Outdoor directional antenna (45–70 miles). Some major towers are a long way off. Mount a directional antenna on the roof or a mast and aim it with the bearings below. The towers are spread over about 147° of the compass, so a multi-directional antenna or a rotator will help.
Do I need an antenna amplifier in Mantua?
At this distance a low-noise preamplifier mounted on the mast, right below the antenna, helps more than an amplifier near the TV. It boosts the signal before cable loss eats into it. See the amplifier guide.
Is there an app to find TV towers in Mantua?
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.
TV channels in nearby Ohio cities
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- Newcomerstown14 mi
- Coshocton16 mi
- Dresden18 mi
- Zanesville20 mi
- Caldwell24 mi
- Barnesville27 mi
- Uhrichsville28 mi
- New Philadelphia31 mi
- McConnelsville31 mi
- Dover32 mi
- Millersburg35 mi
- Beverly37 mi
- Woodsfield37 mi
- New Lexington38 mi
- Newark38 mi
- Cadiz38 mi
- Heath41 mi
- Saint Clairsville41 mi
- Utica42 mi
- Apple Valley43 mi
- Granville44 mi
- Shreve45 mi
- Carrollton46 mi
More: all TV stations in Ohio · Midwest region · antenna buying guide · how to aim an antenna. Distances are straight-line from the center of Mantua; signal estimates ignore terrain.