TV channels & antenna towers in Brenas, Puerto Rico
Brenas has 84 TV transmitters within 70 miles, carrying NBC, Fox and Telemundo. About 38 stations should come in at fair strength or better with a suitable antenna. The closest tower is WECN, 13 miles to the SSE.
Network channels in Brenas
| Station | Channel | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| TLMWTIN-TVTelemundo | 2.11 | 26 mi | 217° SW | Good | Ponce, PR |
| NBCWKAQ-TVNBC | 2.3 | 31 mi | 142° SE | Good | San Juan, PR |
| TLMWNJX-TVTelemundo | 2.12 | 48 mi | 242° WSW | Good | Mayaguez, PR |
| FOXWSJP-LDFox | 30.2 | 56 mi | 259° W | Poor | Aguadilla, PR |
Over-the-air TV in Brenas
Brenas, Puerto Rico has a population of about 2,100. There are 84 licensed TV transmitters within 70 miles: 28 full-power, 5 Class A, 48 low-power and 3 translators. Based on each transmitter's power, antenna height and distance, 38 are likely to arrive at fair strength or better, and 14 at good or strong strength.
16 of them are within 25 miles of Brenas, 39 sit 25 to 45 miles away and 29 are more than 45 miles out.
The best-placed network stations are NBC on channel 2.3 (WKAQ-TV), Fox on channel 30.2 (WSJP-LD) and Telemundo on channel 2.11 (WTIN-TV). No ABC affiliate is listed within 70 miles; the nearest one in our data is WCVI-TV in Christiansted, VI, 117 miles to the southeast. No CBS affiliate is listed within 250 miles of Brenas. Spanish-language viewers can pick up Telemundo (good signal). 25 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 Brenas
Point your antenna SE, at about 142°. The main network towers for Brenas sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.
Of the 3 full-power and Class A network signals that reach Brenas at fair strength or better, 67% arrive from the southwest; the rest are spread across one other direction.
All of the main network towers are within their radio horizon as seen from Brenas, so signals arrive fairly directly and a well-placed antenna should hold them steadily.
Antenna and amplifier advice for Brenas
The farthest main network tower for Brenas is WKAQ-TV (NBC), 31 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.
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 Brenas
Full-power independents, low-power stations and translators that relay a bigger station's signal. Showing the closest 25 of 80; see all in the finder.
| Station | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| WECNFull power | 13 mi | 158° SSE | Good | Naranjito, PR |
| WELUFull power | 17 mi | 137° SE | Fair | Toa Baja, PR |
| WSJN-CDClass A | 17 mi | 137° SE | Fair | San Juan, PR |
| W10DD-DLow power | 17 mi | 137° SE | Fair | San Juan, PR |
| WIMN-CDClass A | 19 mi | 267° W | Fair | Arecibo, PR |
| WLII-DTFull power | 20 mi | 131° SE | Good | Caguas, PR |
| WVTE-LDLow power | 20 mi | 131° SE | Fair | Guaynabo, PR |
| WWXY-LDLow power | 20 mi | 131° SE | Fair | San Juan, PR |
| WDWLFull power | 20 mi | 131° SE | Good | Bayamon, PR |
| WUJAFull power | 20 mi | 131° SE | Good | Caguas, PR |
| W20EJ-DLow power | 21 mi | 130° SE | Fair | San Juan, PR |
| W29EE-DLow power | 21 mi | 130° SE | Fair | San Lorenzo, PR |
| W17DL-DLow power | 21 mi | 129° SE | Fair | Toa Baja, PR |
| W19EY-DLow power | 21 mi | 129° SE | Fair | Toa Baja, PR |
| W31DV-DLow power | 22 mi | 130° SE | Fair | Guayama, PR |
| W32FB-DLow power | 23 mi | 126° SE | Weak | Ceiba, PR |
| W33EL-DLow power | 25 mi | 125° SE | Fair | Caguas, PR |
| WSUR-DTFull power | 26 mi | 217° SW | Fair | Ponce, PR |
| W02CS-DLow power | 26 mi | 213° SSW | Weak | Ponce, PR |
| WUSP-LDLow power | 26 mi | 213° SSW | Fair | Ponce, PR |
| W08EH-DLow power | 26 mi | 213° SSW | Weak | Ponce, PR |
| W02CT-DLow power | 26 mi | 268° W | Weak | Arecibo, PR |
| W04DV-DLow power | 26 mi | 219° SW | Weak | Naranjito, PR |
| WQHAFull power | 26 mi | 219° SW | Fair | Aguada, PR |
| W28EQ-DTranslator | 28 mi | 243° WSW | Weak | Utuado, PR |
How Brenas compares with the rest of Puerto Rico
With 38 stations at fair strength or better, Brenas ranks 151st of 219 places in Puerto Rico: fewer than the typical Puerto Rico town (41). Its nearest major network tower is 26 miles away, against a state median of 15 miles.
28% of Puerto Rico's cities and towns get the same recommendation: an amplified indoor or attic antenna. The nearest larger city is Vega Baja, 3.4 miles away.
Setting up an antenna in Brenas: 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 142° SE, the direction of WKAQ-TV (NBC), 31 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 38 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 NBC in Brenas, PR?
NBC is on channel 2.3 from WKAQ-TV, broadcasting from 31 miles SE of Brenas. Estimated signal: good.
What channel is Fox in Brenas, PR?
Fox is on channel 30.2 from WSJP-LD, broadcasting from 56 miles W of Brenas. Estimated signal: very weak.
What channel is Telemundo in Brenas, PR?
Telemundo is on channel 2.11 from WTIN-TV, broadcasting from 26 miles SW of Brenas. Estimated signal: good.
How many channels can I get with an antenna in Brenas?
84 transmitters within 70 miles of Brenas; around 38 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 Brenas?
Point your antenna SE, at about 142°. The main network towers for Brenas sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.
What kind of antenna do I need in Brenas?
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.
Do I need an antenna amplifier in Brenas?
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 Brenas?
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.
TV channels in nearby Puerto Rico cities
- Ceiba1.6 mi
- San Antonio2.8 mi
- Vega Baja3.4 mi
- Vega Alta3.9 mi
- Dorado4.8 mi
- Campanilla7.5 mi
- Ingenio7.7 mi
- Candelaria Arenas8.8 mi
- Corozal8.9 mi
- Candelaria9.7 mi
- Manatí10 mi
- Levittown11 mi
- Pájaros11 mi
- Sabana Seca11 mi
- Barceloneta13 mi
- Bayamón13 mi
- Cataño15 mi
- San Juan15 mi
- Florida16 mi
- Estancias de Florida17 mi
- Guaynabo17 mi
- Aibonito23 mi
- Trujillo Alto23 mi
- Cidra23 mi
More: all TV stations in Puerto Rico · U.S. Territories region · antenna buying guide · how to aim an antenna. Distances are straight-line from the center of Brenas; signal estimates ignore terrain.