TV channels & antenna towers in Pleasant Run Farm, Ohio
Pleasant Run Farm 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, 7.2 miles to the S.
Network channels in Pleasant Run Farm
| Station | Channel | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NBCWLWTNBC | 5 | 12 mi | 173° S | Strong | Cincinnati, OH |
| FOXWXIX-TVFox | 19 | 13 mi | 180° S | Strong | Newport, KY |
| ABCWCPO-TVABC | 9 | 13 mi | 168° SSE | Strong | Cincinnati, OH |
| TLMWBQC-LDTelemundo | 25 | 13 mi | 168° SSE | Good | Cincinnati, OH |
| CWWKRC-TVCW | 12.2 | 13 mi | 169° S | Fair | Cincinnati, OH |
| IONWKOI-TVION | 43 | 33 mi | 28° NNE | Good | Richmond, IN |
| CWWBDTCW | 26 | 33 mi | 28° NNE | Good | Springfield, OH |
| NBCWDTNNBC | 2 | 33 mi | 28° NNE | Good | Dayton, OH |
| ABCWKEFABC | 22 | 33 mi | 28° NNE | Good | Dayton, OH |
| CBSWHIO-TVCBS | 7 | 34 mi | 28° NNE | Good | Dayton, OH |
Over-the-air TV in Pleasant Run Farm
With roughly 4,650 residents, Pleasant Run Farm is a town in Ohio. Within 70 miles of the town center we count 23 licensed TV transmitters: 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 16 at good or strong strength.
By distance, 10 transmitters are within 25 miles, 10 between 25 and 45 miles, and 3 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 Pleasant Run Farm
The main network towers around Pleasant Run Farm are in different directions: ABC 168° SSE (13 mi), CBS 28° NNE (34 mi), NBC 173° S (12 mi) and Fox 180° S (13 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 33 miles northeast of Pleasant Run Farm (28° 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 Pleasant Run Farm at fair strength or better, 56% arrive from the northeast; the rest are spread across one other direction.
All of the main network towers are within their radio horizon as seen from Pleasant Run Farm, so signals arrive fairly directly and a well-placed antenna should hold them steadily.
Antenna and amplifier advice for Pleasant Run Farm
The farthest main network tower for Pleasant Run Farm is WHIO-TV (CBS), 34 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.
WSTR-TV is only 7.2 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 Pleasant Run Farm
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 | 7.2 mi | 169° S | Strong | Cincinnati, OH |
| WDYC-LDLow power | 12 mi | 180° S | Good | Cincinnati, OH |
| WPTOFull power | 12 mi | 173° S | Strong | Oxford, OH |
| WCETFull power | 12 mi | 173° S | Strong | Cincinnati, OH |
| WCVN-TVFull power | 19 mi | 173° S | Good | Covington, KY |
| WPTDFull power | 33 mi | 29° NNE | Good | Dayton, OH |
| WRCX-LDLow power | 33 mi | 28° NNE | Weak | Dayton, OH |
| WRGT-TVFull power | 33 mi | 28° NNE | Good | Dayton, OH |
| WLWD-LDLow power | 33 mi | 28° NNE | Weak | Dayton, OH |
| WZCD-LDLow power | 33 mi | 28° NNE | Weak | Dayton, OH |
| W23DM-DTranslator | 45 mi | 165° SSE | Poor | Falmouth, KY |
| W16EB-DTranslator | 47 mi | 142° SE | Poor | Augusta, KY |
| WKONFull power | 56 mi | 195° SSW | Weak | Owenton, KY |
How Pleasant Run Farm compares with the rest of Ohio
With 17 stations at fair strength or better, Pleasant Run Farm ranks 369th of 686 places in Ohio: fewer than the typical Ohio town (18). Its nearest major network tower is 12 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 Fairfield, 3.0 miles away.
Setting up an antenna in Pleasant Run Farm: 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 28° NNE, the direction of WHIO-TV (CBS), 34 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 Pleasant Run Farm, OH?
ABC is on channel 9 from WCPO-TV, broadcasting from 13 miles SSE of Pleasant Run Farm. Estimated signal: strong.
What channel is CBS in Pleasant Run Farm, OH?
CBS is on channel 7 from WHIO-TV, broadcasting from 34 miles NNE of Pleasant Run Farm. Estimated signal: good.
What channel is NBC in Pleasant Run Farm, OH?
NBC is on channel 5 from WLWT, broadcasting from 12 miles S of Pleasant Run Farm. Estimated signal: strong.
What channel is Fox in Pleasant Run Farm, OH?
Fox is on channel 19 from WXIX-TV, broadcasting from 13 miles S of Pleasant Run Farm. Estimated signal: strong.
What channel is CW in Pleasant Run Farm, OH?
CW is on channel 26 from WBDT, broadcasting from 33 miles NNE of Pleasant Run Farm. Estimated signal: good.
How many channels can I get with an antenna in Pleasant Run Farm?
23 transmitters within 70 miles of Pleasant Run Farm; 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 Pleasant Run Farm?
The main network towers around Pleasant Run Farm are in different directions: ABC 168° SSE (13 mi), CBS 28° NNE (34 mi), NBC 173° S (12 mi) and Fox 180° S (13 mi). Aim at the farthest one you want first, or use a multi-directional antenna.
What kind of antenna do I need in Pleasant Run Farm?
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 152° of the compass, so a multi-directional antenna or a rotator will help.
Do I need an antenna amplifier in Pleasant Run Farm?
WSTR-TV is only 7.2 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 Pleasant Run Farm?
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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More: all TV stations in Ohio · Midwest region · antenna buying guide · how to aim an antenna. Distances are straight-line from the center of Pleasant Run Farm; signal estimates ignore terrain.