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TV channels & antenna towers in Sabinal, Texas

Sabinal has 19 TV transmitters within 70 miles, carrying ION. About 4 stations should come in at fair strength or better with a suitable antenna. The closest tower is KDJB-LD, 9.8 miles to the WNW.

Open Sabinal in the live finder
19TV transmitters within 70 miles
1networks over the air
9.8 mito the closest tower
1,717population

Network channels in Sabinal

StationChannelDistancePoint antennaEst. signalLicensed to
IONKPXL-TVION26 33 mi50° NE GoodUvalde, TX

Over-the-air TV in Sabinal

Sabinal, Texas has a population of about 1,720. Our map shows 19 licensed TV transmitters inside a 70-mile radius: 4 full-power, 3 Class A, 10 low-power and 2 translators. Based on each transmitter's power, antenna height and distance, 4 are likely to arrive at fair strength or better, and 2 at good or strong strength.

By distance, 2 transmitters are within 25 miles, 2 between 25 and 45 miles, and 15 farther out.

For the networks, the best local options are ION on channel 26 (KPXL-TV). No ABC affiliate is listed within 70 miles; the nearest one in our data is KSAT-TV in San Antonio, TX, 73 miles to the east. No CBS affiliate is listed within 70 miles; the nearest one in our data is KENS in San Antonio, TX, 72 miles to the east. 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 Sabinal

The main network towers around Sabinal are in different directions: KDJB-LD 289° WNW (9.8 mi), K24OJ-D 312° NW (22 mi) and ION 50° NE (33 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 Sabinal, so signals arrive fairly directly and a well-placed antenna should hold them steadily.

Antenna and amplifier advice for Sabinal

The farthest main network tower for Sabinal is KPXL-TV (ION), 33 miles away with a good estimated signal. That is why we suggest an amplified indoor or attic antenna here. Skip that station and you may get away with a smaller antenna.

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 Sabinal

Full-power independents, low-power stations and translators that relay a bigger station's signal.

StationDistancePoint antennaEst. signalLicensed to
KDJB-LDLow power9.8 mi 289° WNWFairHondo, TX
K24OJ-DTranslator22 mi 312° NWFairUvalde, TX
KMYSFull power40 mi 59° ENEGoodKerrville, TX
KVHC-LDLow power58 mi 68° ENEPoorSan Antonio, TX
KGSA-LDLow power58 mi 83° EPoorSan Antonio, TX
K17MJ-DLow power58 mi 81° EPoorSan Antonio, TX
KGMM-CDClass A58 mi 81° EPoorSan Antonio, TX
KSAA-LDLow power58 mi 81° EPoorSan Antonio, TX
KISA-LDLow power58 mi 81° EPoorSan Antonio, TX
KVDF-CDClass A58 mi 81° EPoorSan Antonio, TX
KSSJ-LDLow power58 mi 81° EPoorSan Antonio, TX
KQVE-LDLow power58 mi 81° EPoorSan Antonio, TX
KCOR-CDClass A59 mi 83° EPoorSan Antonio, TX
KNIC-DTFull power63 mi 65° ENEWeakBlanco, TX
KRTX-LDTranslator65 mi 81° EPoorSan Antonio, TX
KAXX-LDLow power66 mi 67° ENEPoorSan Antonio, TX
KLRNFull power67 mi 89° EPoorSan Antonio, TX
KFLZ-LDLow power67 mi 87° EPoorSan Antonio, TX

How Sabinal compares with the rest of Texas

With 4 stations at fair strength or better, Sabinal ranks 876th of 1,039 places in Texas: fewer than the typical Texas town (14). Its nearest major network tower is 33 miles away, against a state median of 26 miles.

43% of Texas's cities and towns get the same recommendation: an amplified indoor or attic antenna.

Setting up an antenna in Sabinal: 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 50° NE, the direction of KPXL-TV (ION), 33 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 4 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

How many channels can I get with an antenna in Sabinal?

19 transmitters within 70 miles of Sabinal; around 4 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 Sabinal?

The main network towers around Sabinal are in different directions: KDJB-LD 289° WNW (9.8 mi), K24OJ-D 312° NW (22 mi) and ION 50° NE (33 mi). Aim at the farthest one you want first, or use a multi-directional antenna.

What kind of antenna do I need in Sabinal?

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. The towers are spread over about 121° of the compass, so a multi-directional antenna or a rotator will help.

Do I need an antenna amplifier in Sabinal?

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 Sabinal?

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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