TV channels & antenna towers in Armour, South Dakota
Armour has 7 TV transmitters within 70 miles, carrying Fox. About 1 station should come in at fair strength or better with a suitable antenna. The closest tower is K08PM-D, 16 miles to the ESE.
Network channels in Armour
| Station | Channel | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FOXKDLV-TVFox | 5.2 | 31 mi | 354° N | Good | Mitchell, SD |
Over-the-air TV in Armour
Armour is a small community of about 686 people in South Dakota. There are 7 licensed TV transmitters within 70 miles: 2 full-power, 2 low-power and 3 translators. Based on each transmitter's power, antenna height and distance, 1 is likely to arrive at fair strength or better, and 1 at good or strong strength.
1 of them is within 25 miles of Armour, 3 sit 25 to 45 miles away and 3 are more than 45 miles out.
For the networks, the best local options are Fox on channel 5.2 (KDLV-TV). No ABC affiliate is listed within 70 miles; the nearest one in our data is KSFY-TV in Sioux Falls, SD, 92 miles to the east. No CBS affiliate is listed within 70 miles; the nearest one in our data is KMTV-TV in Omaha, NE, 183 miles to the southeast. 1 full-power station in range has no network listed in our data; these are typically public television, religious, shopping or independent stations.
Which way to point your antenna in Armour
Point your antenna N, at about 354°. The main network towers for Armour sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.
All of the main network towers are within their radio horizon as seen from Armour, so signals arrive fairly directly and a well-placed antenna should hold them steadily.
Antenna and amplifier advice for Armour
The farthest main network tower for Armour is KDLV-TV (Fox), 31 miles away with a good estimated signal. That is why we suggest an amplified indoor or attic antenna here. Viewers who do not need that station can often manage with less.
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 Armour
Full-power independents, low-power stations and translators that relay a bigger station's signal.
| Station | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| K08PM-DTranslator | 16 mi | 123° ESE | Poor | Wagner, SD |
| K33GX-DLow power | 40 mi | 152° SSE | Poor | Springfield, SD |
| K14MI-DTranslator | 43 mi | 158° SSE | Poor | Niobrara, NE |
| K10JW-DTranslator | 52 mi | 163° SSE | Poor | Verdigre, NE |
| KTTMFull power | 61 mi | 1° N | Poor | Huron, SD |
| K25GM-DLow power | 69 mi | 226° SW | Poor | Newport, NE |
How Armour compares with the rest of South Dakota
With 1 station at fair strength or better, Armour ranks 85th of 101 places in South Dakota: fewer than the typical South Dakota town (4). Its nearest major network tower is 31 miles away, against a state median of 31 miles.
35% of South Dakota's cities and towns get the same recommendation: an amplified indoor or attic antenna.
Setting up an antenna in Armour: 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 354° N, the direction of KDLV-TV (Fox), 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 1 station, 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 Fox in Armour, SD?
Fox is on channel 5.2 from KDLV-TV, broadcasting from 31 miles N of Armour. Estimated signal: good.
How many channels can I get with an antenna in Armour?
7 transmitters within 70 miles of Armour; around 1 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 Armour?
Point your antenna N, at about 354°. The main network towers for Armour sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.
What kind of antenna do I need in Armour?
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 Armour?
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 Armour?
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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- Mitchell31 mi
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- Alexandria37 mi
- Springfield39 mi
- Freeman46 mi
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More: all TV stations in South Dakota · Midwest region · antenna buying guide · how to aim an antenna. Distances are straight-line from the center of Armour; signal estimates ignore terrain.