TV channels & antenna towers in Kane, Pennsylvania
Kane has 20 TV transmitters within 70 miles, carrying ABC, CBS, NBC, Fox, CW and MeTV. About 4 stations should come in at fair strength or better with a suitable antenna. The closest tower is WPSU-TV, 42 miles to the SSE.
Network channels in Kane
| Station | Channel | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MeTVWBBZ-TVMeTV | 67.3 | 63 mi | 4° N | Poor | Springville, NY |
| ABCWKBW-TVABC | 7 | 68 mi | 8° N | Fair | Buffalo, NY |
| NBCWICU-TVNBC | 12 | 69 mi | 292° WNW | Poor | Erie, PA |
| CBSWSEE-TVCBS | 35 | 69 mi | 292° WNW | Poor | Erie, PA |
| CBSWIVB-TVCBS | 4 | 69 mi | 8° N | Fair | Buffalo, NY |
| CWWNLOCW | 23 | 69 mi | 8° N | Fair | Buffalo, NY |
| FOXWFXPFox | 66 | 70 mi | 292° WNW | Weak | Erie, PA |
| CWWJET-TVCW | 24.2 | 70 mi | 292° WNW | Weak | Erie, PA |
Over-the-air TV in Kane
With roughly 3,610 residents, Kane is a town in Pennsylvania. Within 70 miles of the town center we count 20 licensed TV transmitters: 11 full-power, 8 low-power and 1 translator. 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, 0 transmitters are within 25 miles, 2 between 25 and 45 miles, and 18 farther out. Four of the 8 network stations in range are licensed to Erie, so most of the network channels you will find here come from Erie's stations.
The best-placed network stations are ABC on channel 7 (WKBW-TV), CBS on channel 4 (WIVB-TV), NBC on channel 12 (WICU-TV), Fox on channel 66 (WFXP), CW on channel 23 (WNLO) and MeTV on channel 67.3 (WBBZ-TV). 3 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 Kane
The main network towers around Kane are in different directions: ABC 8° N (68 mi), CBS 8° N (69 mi), NBC 292° WNW (69 mi) and Fox 292° WNW (70 mi). Aim at the farthest one you want first, or use a multi-directional antenna.
Four network stations, WICU-TV, WSEE-TV, WFXP and WJET-TV, transmit from the same tower site about 69 miles west of Kane (292° WNW). Point at that site and a single antenna setting picks them all up.
Of the 3 full-power and Class A network signals that reach Kane at fair strength or better, all arrive from the north, so this is an easy place to aim.
WKBW-TV (ABC), WIVB-TV (CBS), WICU-TV (NBC) and WFXP (Fox) lie beyond the radio horizon of their transmitter as seen from Kane. Past that point signals fade quickly, so antenna height matters more than amplification.
Antenna and amplifier advice for Kane
The farthest main network tower for Kane is WFXP (Fox), 70 miles away with a weak estimated signal. That is why we suggest an outdoor directional antenna here. Viewers who do not need that station can often manage with less.
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 Kane
Full-power independents, low-power stations and translators that relay a bigger station's signal.
| Station | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| WPSU-TVFull power | 42 mi | 153° SSE | Good | Clearfield, PA |
| WTOO-LDLow power | 43 mi | 163° SSE | Poor | Clearfield, PA |
| WNYBFull power | 55 mi | 337° NNW | Weak | Jamestown, NY |
| W24EU-DLow power | 55 mi | 299° WNW | Poor | Erie, PA |
| W36FK-DTranslator | 63 mi | 197° SSW | Poor | Altoona, PA |
| WHVL-LDLow power | 67 mi | 139° SE | Poor | State College, Etc., PA |
| WSPZ-LDLow power | 67 mi | 139° SE | Poor | State College, PA |
| WBUO-LDLow power | 67 mi | 4° N | Poor | Buffalo, NY |
| W32DH-DLow power | 69 mi | 292° WNW | Poor | Erie, PA |
| W23FH-DLow power | 69 mi | 292° WNW | Poor | New Castle, PA |
| WXTM-LDLow power | 69 mi | 292° WNW | Poor | Erie, PA |
| WQLNFull power | 70 mi | 293° WNW | Poor | Erie, PA |
How Kane compares with the rest of Pennsylvania
With 4 stations at fair strength or better, Kane ranks 1,006th of 1,015 places in Pennsylvania: fewer than the typical Pennsylvania town (24). Its nearest major network tower is 63 miles away, against a state median of 16 miles.
19% of Pennsylvania's cities and towns get the same recommendation: an outdoor directional antenna. The nearest larger city is Jamestown, 37 miles away.
Setting up an antenna in Kane: 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 292° WNW, the direction of WFXP (Fox), 70 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 Kane, PA?
ABC is on channel 7 from WKBW-TV, broadcasting from 68 miles N of Kane. Estimated signal: fair.
What channel is CBS in Kane, PA?
CBS is on channel 4 from WIVB-TV, broadcasting from 69 miles N of Kane. Estimated signal: fair.
What channel is NBC in Kane, PA?
NBC is on channel 12 from WICU-TV, broadcasting from 69 miles WNW of Kane. Estimated signal: very weak.
What channel is Fox in Kane, PA?
Fox is on channel 66 from WFXP, broadcasting from 70 miles WNW of Kane. Estimated signal: weak.
What channel is CW in Kane, PA?
CW is on channel 23 from WNLO, broadcasting from 69 miles N of Kane. Estimated signal: fair.
How many channels can I get with an antenna in Kane?
20 transmitters within 70 miles of Kane; 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 Kane?
The main network towers around Kane are in different directions: ABC 8° N (68 mi), CBS 8° N (69 mi), NBC 292° WNW (69 mi) and Fox 292° WNW (70 mi). Aim at the farthest one you want first, or use a multi-directional antenna.
What kind of antenna do I need in Kane?
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 76° of the compass, so a multi-directional antenna or a rotator will help.
Do I need an antenna amplifier in Kane?
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 Kane?
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 Pennsylvania · Northeast region · antenna buying guide · how to aim an antenna. Distances are straight-line from the center of Kane; signal estimates ignore terrain.