TV channels & antenna towers in Moro, Oregon
Moro has 24 TV transmitters within 70 miles. About 0 stations should come in at fair strength or better with a suitable antenna. The closest tower is K17OY-D, 21 miles to the WNW.
Over-the-air TV in Moro
Moro is a small community of about 310 people in Oregon. Within 70 miles of the town center we count 24 licensed TV transmitters: 1 Class A, 5 low-power and 18 translators. Based on each transmitter's power, antenna height and distance, none are likely to arrive at fair strength or better.
By distance, 8 transmitters are within 25 miles, 7 between 25 and 45 miles, and 9 farther out.
No ABC affiliate is listed within 70 miles; the nearest one in our data is KVEW in Kennewick, WA, 88 miles to the northeast. No CBS affiliate is listed within 70 miles; the nearest one in our data is KOIN in Portland, OR, 97 miles to the west.
Which way to point your antenna in Moro
Point your antenna WNW, at about 295°. The nearest towers for Moro sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.
All of the nearest towers are within their radio horizon as seen from Moro, so signals arrive fairly directly and a well-placed antenna should hold them steadily.
Antenna and amplifier advice for Moro
The farthest of the closest towers for Moro is KRHP-CD, 23 miles away with a weak 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 TV stations near Moro
Full-power independents, low-power stations and translators that relay a bigger station's signal.
| Station | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| K17OY-DLow power | 21 mi | 292° WNW | Weak | Centerville, WA |
| K27PI-DLow power | 21 mi | 292° WNW | Poor | Portland, OR |
| KRHP-CDClass A | 23 mi | 300° WNW | Weak | The Dalles, OR |
| K18HH-DTranslator | 24 mi | 310° NW | Weak | The Dalles, OR |
| K25KS-DTranslator | 24 mi | 310° NW | Weak | The Dalles, OR |
| K07YV-DTranslator | 24 mi | 310° NW | Poor | The Dalles, OR |
| K31HZ-DTranslator | 24 mi | 310° NW | Weak | The Dalles, Etc., OR |
| K22KC-DTranslator | 24 mi | 310° NW | Weak | The Dalles, OR |
| K17GK-DTranslator | 30 mi | 50° NE | Poor | Arlington, OR |
| K20EH-DLow power | 45 mi | 294° WNW | Poor | Hood River, OR |
| K34KE-DTranslator | 45 mi | 294° WNW | Poor | Hood River, OR |
| K28CQ-DTranslator | 45 mi | 294° WNW | Poor | Hood River, OR |
| K23OV-DTranslator | 45 mi | 294° WNW | Poor | Hood River, OR |
| K26NQ-DTranslator | 45 mi | 294° WNW | Poor | Hood River, OR |
| K36FG-DTranslator | 45 mi | 294° WNW | Poor | Hood River, Etc., OR |
| K26NX-DTranslator | 66 mi | 198° SSW | Poor | Madras, OR |
| K28OV-DTranslator | 66 mi | 198° SSW | Poor | Madras, OR |
| K24KG-DTranslator | 66 mi | 198° SSW | Poor | Madras, OR |
| K34JR-DTranslator | 66 mi | 198° SSW | Poor | Madras, OR |
| K28KW-DLow power | 67 mi | 29° NNE | Poor | Sunnyside, WA |
| K23JU-DLow power | 68 mi | 44° NE | Poor | Prosser, WA |
| KWCZ-LDTranslator | 68 mi | 44° NE | Poor | Sunnyside-Grandview, WA |
| KXHG-LDTranslator | 68 mi | 44° NE | Poor | Sunnyside, WA |
| K34MZ-DTranslator | 68 mi | 44° NE | Poor | Prosser, WA |
How Moro compares with the rest of Oregon
With 0 stations at fair strength or better, Moro ranks 217th of 219 places in Oregon: fewer than the typical Oregon town (16).
30% of Oregon's cities and towns get the same recommendation: an outdoor directional antenna.
Setting up an antenna in Moro: 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 300° WNW, the direction of KRHP-CD, 23 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 0 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
How many channels can I get with an antenna in Moro?
24 transmitters within 70 miles of Moro; around 0 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 Moro?
Point your antenna WNW, at about 295°. The nearest towers for Moro sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.
What kind of antenna do I need in Moro?
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.
Do I need an antenna amplifier in Moro?
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 Moro?
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 Oregon · West region · antenna buying guide · how to aim an antenna. Distances are straight-line from the center of Moro; signal estimates ignore terrain.