TV channels & antenna towers in Woodville, Ohio
Woodville has 28 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 WGTE-TV, 15 miles to the NNW.
Network channels in Woodville
| Station | Channel | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FOXWUPWFox | 36 | 15 mi | 344° NNW | Good | Toledo, OH |
| NBCWNWO-TVNBC | 24 | 15 mi | 2° N | Good | Toledo, OH |
| CBSWTOLCBS | 11 | 15 mi | 357° N | Good | Toledo, OH |
| CWWTVGCW | 13.2 | 16 mi | 351° N | Fair | Toledo, OH |
| ABCWPNM-CDABC | 35 | 36 mi | 232° SW | Fair | Leipsic, OH |
| FOXWLIOFox | 8.2 | 61 mi | 220° SW | Poor | Lima, OH |
| ABCWOHL-CDABC | 35 | 61 mi | 220° SW | Poor | Lima, OH |
| CBSWWJ-TVCBS | 62 | 70 mi | 8° N | Weak | Detroit, MI |
Over-the-air TV in Woodville
Woodville is a small community of about 2,080 people in Ohio. There are 28 licensed TV transmitters within 70 miles: 14 full-power, 6 Class A, 6 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 6 at good or strong strength.
By distance, 7 transmitters are within 25 miles, 5 between 25 and 45 miles, and 16 farther out. Four of the 8 network stations in range are licensed to Toledo, so most of the network channels you will find here come from Toledo's stations.
For the networks, the best local options 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). 8 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 Woodville
The main network towers around Woodville are in different directions: ABC 232° SW (36 mi), CBS 357° N (15 mi), NBC 2° N (15 mi) and Fox 344° NNW (15 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 15 miles north of Woodville (344° NNW). That one direction covers every station on the site.
Of the 5 full-power and Class A network signals that reach Woodville 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 Woodville, so signals arrive fairly directly and a well-placed antenna should hold them steadily.
Antenna and amplifier advice for Woodville
The farthest main network tower for Woodville is WPNM-CD (ABC), 36 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 Woodville
Full-power independents, low-power stations and translators that relay a bigger station's signal.
| Station | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| WGTE-TVFull power | 15 mi | 346° NNW | Good | Toledo, OH |
| WMNT-CDClass A | 16 mi | 329° NNW | Fair | Toledo, OH |
| WDTJ-LDLow power | 17 mi | 326° NW | Fair | Toledo, OH |
| WFND-LDLow power | 28 mi | 212° SSW | Fair | Findlay, OH |
| WBGU-TVFull power | 36 mi | 232° SW | Good | Bowling Green, OH |
| WLMBFull power | 39 mi | 301° WNW | Good | Toledo, OH |
| WDMY-LDTranslator | 39 mi | 301° WNW | Poor | Toledo, OH |
| WGGN-TVFull power | 54 mi | 118° ESE | Weak | Sandusky, OH |
| WXCB-CDClass A | 59 mi | 168° SSE | Poor | Delaware, OH |
| WMFD-TVFull power | 61 mi | 140° SE | Poor | Mansfield, OH |
| WLPC-CDLow power | 63 mi | 15° NNE | Poor | Redford, MI |
| WTLWFull power | 64 mi | 222° SW | Poor | Lima, OH |
| WTLW-CDClass A | 64 mi | 222° SW | Poor | Lima, OH |
| WHPS-CDClass A | 67 mi | 11° N | Poor | Detroit, MI |
| W18ES-DTranslator | 69 mi | 138° SE | Poor | Mansfield, OH |
| WTVSFull power | 70 mi | 8° N | Weak | Detroit, MI |
| WUDL-LDLow power | 70 mi | 8° N | Poor | Detroit, MI |
| WUDT-LDLow power | 70 mi | 8° N | Poor | Detroit, MI |
| WMYDFull power | 70 mi | 8° N | Weak | Detroit, MI |
| WHNE-LDLow power | 70 mi | 8° N | Poor | Detroit, MI |
How Woodville compares with the rest of Ohio
With 11 stations at fair strength or better, Woodville ranks 595th of 686 places in Ohio: fewer than the typical Ohio town (18). Its nearest major network tower is 15 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 Oregon, 15 miles away.
Setting up an antenna in Woodville: 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 232° SW, the direction of WPNM-CD (ABC), 36 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 Woodville, OH?
ABC is on channel 35 from WPNM-CD, broadcasting from 36 miles SW of Woodville. Estimated signal: fair.
What channel is CBS in Woodville, OH?
CBS is on channel 11 from WTOL, broadcasting from 15 miles N of Woodville. Estimated signal: good.
What channel is NBC in Woodville, OH?
NBC is on channel 24 from WNWO-TV, broadcasting from 15 miles N of Woodville. Estimated signal: good.
What channel is Fox in Woodville, OH?
Fox is on channel 36 from WUPW, broadcasting from 15 miles NNW of Woodville. Estimated signal: good.
What channel is CW in Woodville, OH?
CW is on channel 13.2 from WTVG, broadcasting from 16 miles N of Woodville. Estimated signal: fair.
How many channels can I get with an antenna in Woodville?
28 transmitters within 70 miles of Woodville; 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 Woodville?
The main network towers around Woodville are in different directions: ABC 232° SW (36 mi), CBS 357° N (15 mi), NBC 2° N (15 mi) and Fox 344° NNW (15 mi). Aim at the farthest one you want first, or use a multi-directional antenna.
What kind of antenna do I need in Woodville?
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 129° of the compass, so a multi-directional antenna or a rotator will help.
Do I need an antenna amplifier in Woodville?
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 Woodville?
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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