TV channels & antenna towers in Versailles, Ohio
Versailles has 25 TV transmitters within 70 miles, carrying ABC, CBS, NBC, Fox, CW and ION. About 13 stations should come in at fair strength or better with a suitable antenna. The closest tower is WAMS-CD (ABC), 13 miles to the NNE.
Network channels in Versailles
| Station | Channel | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ABCWAMS-CDABC | 35 | 13 mi | 30° NNE | Fair | Minster/New Bremen, OH |
| CBSWHIO-TVCBS | 7 | 36 mi | 160° SSE | Good | Dayton, OH |
| ABCWKEFABC | 22 | 36 mi | 160° SSE | Good | Dayton, OH |
| NBCWDTNNBC | 2 | 37 mi | 161° SSE | Good | Dayton, OH |
| IONWKOI-TVION | 43 | 37 mi | 161° SSE | Good | Richmond, IN |
| CWWBDTCW | 26 | 37 mi | 161° SSE | Good | Springfield, OH |
| FOXWLIOFox | 8.2 | 43 mi | 26° NNE | Fair | Lima, OH |
| ABCWOHL-CDABC | 35 | 43 mi | 26° NNE | Weak | Lima, OH |
Over-the-air TV in Versailles
With roughly 2,640 residents, Versailles is a town in Ohio. Within 70 miles of the town center we count 25 licensed TV transmitters: 10 full-power, 4 Class A, 10 low-power and 1 translator. Based on each transmitter's power, antenna height and distance, 13 are likely to arrive at fair strength or better, and 7 at good or strong strength.
By distance, 3 transmitters are within 25 miles, 14 between 25 and 45 miles, and 8 farther out. Three of the 8 network stations in range are licensed to Dayton, so most of the network channels you will find here come from Dayton's stations.
The best-placed network stations are ABC on channel 22 (WKEF), CBS on channel 7 (WHIO-TV), NBC on channel 2 (WDTN), Fox on channel 8.2 (WLIO), CW on channel 26 (WBDT) and ION on channel 43 (WKOI-TV). 4 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 Versailles
The main network towers around Versailles are in different directions: ABC 160° SSE (36 mi), CBS 160° SSE (36 mi), NBC 161° SSE (37 mi) and Fox 26° NNE (43 mi). Aim at the farthest one you want first, or use a multi-directional antenna.
Five network stations, WHIO-TV, WKEF, WDTN, WKOI-TV and WBDT, transmit from the same tower site about 36 miles south of Versailles (160° SSE). Point at that site and a single antenna setting picks them all up.
Of the 7 full-power and Class A network signals that reach Versailles at fair strength or better, 71% arrive from the south; the rest are spread across one other direction.
WLIO (Fox) lies beyond the radio horizon of its transmitter as seen from Versailles. Past that point signals fade quickly, so antenna height matters more than amplification.
Antenna and amplifier advice for Versailles
The farthest main network tower for Versailles is WLIO (Fox), 43 miles away with a fair 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.
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 Versailles
Full-power independents, low-power stations and translators that relay a bigger station's signal.
| Station | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| W25FI-DTranslator | 23 mi | 356° N | Fair | Maplewood, OH |
| WOHW-LDLow power | 24 mi | 348° NNW | Fair | Lima, OH |
| WRGT-TVFull power | 36 mi | 160° SSE | Good | Dayton, OH |
| WLWD-LDLow power | 36 mi | 160° SSE | Poor | Dayton, OH |
| WZCD-LDLow power | 36 mi | 160° SSE | Weak | Dayton, OH |
| WRCX-LDLow power | 36 mi | 160° SSE | Poor | Dayton, OH |
| WPTDFull power | 37 mi | 160° SSE | Good | Dayton, OH |
| WTLWFull power | 41 mi | 23° NNE | Fair | Lima, OH |
| WTLW-CDClass A | 41 mi | 23° NNE | Weak | Lima, OH |
| WIPBFull power | 49 mi | 260° W | Fair | Muncie, IN |
| WNHO-LDLow power | 55 mi | 338° NNW | Poor | Fort Wayne, IN |
| WSOT-LDLow power | 67 mi | 297° WNW | Poor | Marion, IN |
| WFWC-CDClass A | 70 mi | 330° NNW | Poor | Fort Wayne, IN |
| WCUH-LDLow power | 70 mi | 330° NNW | Poor | Fort Wayne, IN |
| W30EH-DLow power | 70 mi | 330° NNW | Poor | Fort Wayne, IN |
| W25FH-DLow power | 70 mi | 330° NNW | Poor | Fort Wayne, IN |
| WODP-LDLow power | 70 mi | 330° NNW | Poor | Fort Wayne, IN |
How Versailles compares with the rest of Ohio
With 13 stations at fair strength or better, Versailles ranks 538th of 686 places in Ohio: fewer than the typical Ohio town (18). Its nearest major network tower is 13 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 Piqua, 14 miles away.
Setting up an antenna in Versailles: 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 26° NNE, the direction of WLIO (Fox), 43 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 13 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 Versailles, OH?
ABC is on channel 22 from WKEF, broadcasting from 36 miles SSE of Versailles. Estimated signal: good.
What channel is CBS in Versailles, OH?
CBS is on channel 7 from WHIO-TV, broadcasting from 36 miles SSE of Versailles. Estimated signal: good.
What channel is NBC in Versailles, OH?
NBC is on channel 2 from WDTN, broadcasting from 37 miles SSE of Versailles. Estimated signal: good.
What channel is Fox in Versailles, OH?
Fox is on channel 8.2 from WLIO, broadcasting from 43 miles NNE of Versailles. Estimated signal: fair.
What channel is CW in Versailles, OH?
CW is on channel 26 from WBDT, broadcasting from 37 miles SSE of Versailles. Estimated signal: good.
How many channels can I get with an antenna in Versailles?
25 transmitters within 70 miles of Versailles; around 13 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 Versailles?
The main network towers around Versailles are in different directions: ABC 160° SSE (36 mi), CBS 160° SSE (36 mi), NBC 161° SSE (37 mi) and Fox 26° NNE (43 mi). Aim at the farthest one you want first, or use a multi-directional antenna.
What kind of antenna do I need in Versailles?
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 134° of the compass, so a multi-directional antenna or a rotator will help.
Do I need an antenna amplifier in Versailles?
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 Versailles?
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 Versailles; signal estimates ignore terrain.