TV channels & antenna towers in Luis M. Cintron, Puerto Rico
Luis M. Cintron has 59 TV transmitters within 70 miles, carrying NBC, Fox, ION and Telemundo. About 32 stations should come in at fair strength or better with a suitable antenna. The closest tower is W33ED-D, 2.4 miles to the SW.
Network channels in Luis M. Cintron
| Station | Channel | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NBCWKAQ-TVNBC | 2.3 | 30 mi | 245° WSW | Good | San Juan, PR |
| FOXWVXFFox | 17.2 | 46 mi | 85° E | Weak | Charlotte Amalie, VI |
| NBCWVGN-LDNBC | 19 | 46 mi | 85° E | Poor | Charlotte Amalie, VI |
| IONWFIG-LDION | 8 | 48 mi | 87° E | Poor | Charlotte Amalie, VI |
| TLMWTIN-TVTelemundo | 2.11 | 62 mi | 262° W | Good | Ponce, PR |
Over-the-air TV in Luis M. Cintron
With roughly 2,630 residents, Luis M. Cintron is a town in Puerto Rico. Within 70 miles of the town center we count 59 licensed TV transmitters: 21 full-power, 2 Class A, 33 low-power and 3 translators. Based on each transmitter's power, antenna height and distance, 32 are likely to arrive at fair strength or better, and 18 at good or strong strength.
17 of them are within 25 miles of Luis M. Cintron, 24 sit 25 to 45 miles away and 18 are more than 45 miles out. Three of the 5 network stations in range are licensed to Charlotte Amalie, VI, so most of the network channels you will find here come from Charlotte Amalie's stations.
For the networks, the best local options are NBC on channel 2.3 (WKAQ-TV), Fox on channel 17.2 (WVXF), ION on channel 8 (WFIG-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, 71 miles to the southeast. No CBS affiliate is listed within 250 miles of Luis M. Cintron. Spanish-language viewers can pick up Telemundo (good signal). 18 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 Luis M. Cintron
The main network towers around Luis M. Cintron are in different directions: NBC 245° WSW (30 mi) and Fox 85° E (46 mi). Aim at the farthest one you want first, or use a multi-directional antenna.
All of the main network towers are within their radio horizon as seen from Luis M. Cintron, so signals arrive fairly directly and a well-placed antenna should hold them steadily.
Antenna and amplifier advice for Luis M. Cintron
The farthest main network tower for Luis M. Cintron is WVXF (Fox), 46 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.
WMTJ is only 10 miles away with a strong signal. Signals that strong can overload an amplifier, so start without one and add it only if distant channels are missing. Read when an amplifier helps.
Other stations near Luis M. Cintron
Full-power independents, low-power stations and translators that relay a bigger station's signal. Showing the closest 25 of 54; see all in the finder.
| Station | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| W33ED-DLow power | 2.4 mi | 236° SW | Good | Vieques, PR |
| W19EP-DLow power | 2.4 mi | 236° SW | Good | Culebra, PR |
| W18DZ-DLow power | 2.4 mi | 236° SW | Good | Ceiba, PR |
| WSJU-LDLow power | 2.5 mi | 235° SW | Good | Ceiba, PR |
| W05DA-DLow power | 2.5 mi | 235° SW | Fair | Fajardo, PR |
| W09AT-DTranslator | 3.7 mi | 303° WNW | Fair | Fajardo, PR |
| W20DQ-DLow power | 3.7 mi | 303° WNW | Good | Luquillo, PR |
| WRUAFull power | 10 mi | 273° W | Good | Fajardo, PR |
| WVQS-LDLow power | 10 mi | 273° W | Fair | Isabel Segunda, PR |
| WORO-DTFull power | 10 mi | 273° W | Good | Fajardo, PR |
| WMTJFull power | 10 mi | 273° W | Strong | Fajardo, PR |
| WIDPFull power | 14 mi | 264° W | Good | Guayama, PR |
| WVSNFull power | 14 mi | 264° W | Good | Humacao, PR |
| WVDO-LDLow power | 14 mi | 264° W | Fair | Carolina, PR |
| WTCVFull power | 14 mi | 264° W | Strong | San Juan, PR |
| WJPXFull power | 14 mi | 264° W | Strong | San Juan, PR |
| W08EI-DLow power | 20 mi | 266° W | Fair | Guaynabo, PR |
| W33EL-DLow power | 25 mi | 263° W | Fair | Caguas, PR |
| W32FB-DLow power | 27 mi | 266° W | Weak | Ceiba, PR |
| W31DV-DLow power | 29 mi | 265° W | Fair | Guayama, PR |
| W17DL-DLow power | 30 mi | 267° W | Weak | Toa Baja, PR |
| W19EY-DLow power | 30 mi | 267° W | Weak | Toa Baja, PR |
| W20EJ-DLow power | 30 mi | 267° W | Fair | San Juan, PR |
| W29EE-DLow power | 30 mi | 267° W | Fair | San Lorenzo, PR |
| W20DR-DLow power | 30 mi | 244° WSW | Fair | Humacao, PR |
How Luis M. Cintron compares with the rest of Puerto Rico
With 32 stations at fair strength or better, Luis M. Cintron ranks 192nd of 219 places in Puerto Rico: fewer than the typical Puerto Rico town (41). Its nearest major network tower is 30 miles away, against a state median of 15 miles.
42% of Puerto Rico's cities and towns get the same recommendation: an outdoor directional antenna. The nearest larger city is Fajardo, 2.0 miles away.
Setting up an antenna in Luis M. Cintron: 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 85° E, the direction of WVXF (Fox), 46 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 32 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 Luis M. Cintron, PR?
NBC is on channel 2.3 from WKAQ-TV, broadcasting from 30 miles WSW of Luis M. Cintron. Estimated signal: good.
What channel is Fox in Luis M. Cintron, PR?
Fox is on channel 17.2 from WVXF, broadcasting from 46 miles E of Luis M. Cintron. Estimated signal: weak.
What channel is Telemundo in Luis M. Cintron, PR?
Telemundo is on channel 2.11 from WTIN-TV, broadcasting from 62 miles W of Luis M. Cintron. Estimated signal: good.
How many channels can I get with an antenna in Luis M. Cintron?
59 transmitters within 70 miles of Luis M. Cintron; around 32 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 Luis M. Cintron?
The main network towers around Luis M. Cintron are in different directions: NBC 245° WSW (30 mi) and Fox 85° E (46 mi). Aim at the farthest one you want first, or use a multi-directional antenna.
What kind of antenna do I need in Luis M. Cintron?
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 160° of the compass, so a multi-directional antenna or a rotator will help.
Do I need an antenna amplifier in Luis M. Cintron?
WMTJ is only 10 miles away with a strong signal. Signals that strong can overload an amplifier, so start without one and add it only if distant channels are missing. Read when an amplifier helps.
Is there an app to find TV towers in Luis M. Cintron?
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
- Fajardo2.0 mi
- Ceiba2.5 mi
- Luquillo7.2 mi
- Punta Santiago12 mi
- Río Grande14 mi
- Humacao16 mi
- Isabel Segunda17 mi
- Las Piedras17 mi
- San Isidro17 mi
- Canovanas18 mi
- Juncos19 mi
- Santa Barbara19 mi
- Carolina22 mi
- Culebra22 mi
- Gurabo22 mi
- San Lorenzo22 mi
- Yabucoa23 mi
- Trujillo Alto24 mi
- Caguas27 mi
- Guaynabo31 mi
- San Juan33 mi
- Cataño33 mi
- Bayamón35 mi
- Cidra35 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 Luis M. Cintron; signal estimates ignore terrain.