TV channels & antenna towers in Coto Norte, Puerto Rico

Coto Norte has 84 TV transmitters within 70 miles, carrying NBC, Fox and Telemundo. About 40 stations should come in at fair strength or better with a suitable antenna. The closest tower is WIMN-CD, 13 miles to the W.

84TV transmitters within 70 miles
3networks over the air
13 mito the closest tower
1,381population

Network channels in Coto Norte

StationChannelDistancePoint antennaEst. signalLicensed to
TLMWTIN-TVTelemundo2.11 20 mi206° SSW StrongPonce, PR
NBCWKAQ-TVNBC2.3 34 mi131° SE GoodSan Juan, PR
TLMWNJX-TVTelemundo2.12 41 mi241° WSW GoodMayaguez, PR
FOXWSJP-LDFox30.2 49 mi261° W PoorAguadilla, PR

Over-the-air TV in Coto Norte

Coto Norte, Puerto Rico has a population of about 1,380. 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, 40 are likely to arrive at fair strength or better, and 15 at good or strong strength.

By distance, 21 transmitters are within 25 miles, 44 between 25 and 45 miles, and 19 farther out.

The strongest network signals here 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, 122 miles to the east. No CBS affiliate is listed within 250 miles of Coto Norte. Spanish-language viewers can pick up Telemundo (strong 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 Coto Norte

Point your antenna SE, at about 131°. The main network towers for Coto Norte 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 Coto Norte 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 Coto Norte, so signals arrive fairly directly and a well-placed antenna should hold them steadily.

Antenna and amplifier advice for Coto Norte

The farthest main network tower for Coto Norte is WKAQ-TV (NBC), 34 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 Coto Norte

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.

StationDistancePoint antennaEst. signalLicensed to
WIMN-CDClass A13 mi 276° WFairArecibo, PR
WECNFull power15 mi 130° SEGoodNaranjito, PR
W02CT-DLow power20 mi 275° WWeakArecibo, PR
WSUR-DTFull power20 mi 206° SSWFairPonce, PR
WELUFull power20 mi 118° ESEFairToa Baja, PR
WSJN-CDClass A20 mi 118° ESEFairSan Juan, PR
W10DD-DLow power20 mi 118° ESEFairSan Juan, PR
W04DV-DLow power20 mi 209° SSWFairNaranjito, PR
WQHAFull power20 mi 209° SSWFairAguada, PR
W02CS-DLow power21 mi 201° SSWFairPonce, PR
WUSP-LDLow power21 mi 201° SSWFairPonce, PR
W08EH-DLow power21 mi 201° SSWFairPonce, PR
W28EQ-DTranslator21 mi 241° WSWWeakUtuado, PR
WLII-DTFull power24 mi 116° ESEGoodCaguas, PR
WVTE-LDLow power24 mi 116° ESEWeakGuaynabo, PR
WWXY-LDLow power24 mi 116° ESEWeakSan Juan, PR
WDWLFull power24 mi 116° ESEGoodBayamon, PR
WUJAFull power24 mi 116° ESEGoodCaguas, PR
WCCV-TVFull power25 mi 237° WSWGoodArecibo, PR
W28EH-DTranslator25 mi 224° SWWeakAdjuntas, PR
W20EJ-DLow power25 mi 116° ESEFairSan Juan, PR
W29EE-DLow power25 mi 116° ESEFairSan Lorenzo, PR
W17DL-DLow power25 mi 116° ESEWeakToa Baja, PR
W19EY-DLow power25 mi 116° ESEWeakToa Baja, PR
W31DV-DLow power26 mi 116° ESEFairGuayama, PR

How Coto Norte compares with the rest of Puerto Rico

With 40 stations at fair strength or better, Coto Norte ranks 128th of 219 places in Puerto Rico: fewer than the typical Puerto Rico town (41). Its nearest major network tower is 20 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, 3.5 miles away.

Setting up an antenna in Coto Norte: step by step

  1. 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.
  2. Point it toward 131° SE, the direction of WKAQ-TV (NBC), 34 miles away. Closer stations usually come in even off-axis.
  3. Run a full channel scan on your TV (usually Settings → Channels → Auto program; the name varies by brand).
  4. Expect around 40 stations, each with a few subchannels. If one you want is missing, turn the antenna 5–10° toward it and scan again.
  5. Rescan every few months, or whenever a channel disappears; stations occasionally change frequency.

Frequently asked questions

What channel is NBC in Coto Norte, PR?

NBC is on channel 2.3 from WKAQ-TV, broadcasting from 34 miles SE of Coto Norte. Estimated signal: good.

What channel is Fox in Coto Norte, PR?

Fox is on channel 30.2 from WSJP-LD, broadcasting from 49 miles W of Coto Norte. Estimated signal: very weak.

What channel is Telemundo in Coto Norte, PR?

Telemundo is on channel 2.11 from WTIN-TV, broadcasting from 20 miles SSW of Coto Norte. Estimated signal: strong.

How many channels can I get with an antenna in Coto Norte?

84 transmitters within 70 miles of Coto Norte; around 40 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 Coto Norte?

Point your antenna SE, at about 131°. The main network towers for Coto Norte sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.

What kind of antenna do I need in Coto Norte?

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 Coto Norte?

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 Coto Norte?

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 Puerto Rico · U.S. Territories region · antenna buying guide · how to aim an antenna. Distances are straight-line from the center of Coto Norte; signal estimates ignore terrain.