TV channels & antenna towers in Sundown, Texas
Sundown has 27 TV transmitters within 70 miles, carrying ABC, CBS, NBC, Fox, CW and Telemundo. About 6 stations should come in at fair strength or better with a suitable antenna. The closest tower is KTTZ-TV, 36 miles to the ENE.
Network channels in Sundown
| Station | Channel | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NBCKCBDNBC | 11 | 36 mi | 85° E | Good | Lubbock, TX |
| TLMKXTQ-CDTelemundo | 46 | 36 mi | 85° E | Weak | Lubbock, TX |
| CWKLCW-TVCW | 22 | 36 mi | 85° E | Good | Wolfforth, TX |
| FOXKJTV-CDFox | 34 | 36 mi | 85° E | Weak | Wolfforth, TX |
| MeTVKLBB-LDMeTV | 48.1 | 36 mi | 85° E | Weak | Lubbock, TX |
| CBSKLBK-TVCBS | 13 | 36 mi | 82° E | Good | Lubbock, TX |
| ABCKAMCABC | 28 | 36 mi | 82° E | Good | Lubbock, TX |
| FOXKJTV-TVFox | 34 | 38 mi | 81° E | Fair | Lubbock, TX |
| ABCKVIH-TVABC | 12 | 68 mi | 319° NW | Poor | Clovis, NM |
Over-the-air TV in Sundown
With roughly 1,420 residents, Sundown is a small community in Texas. Within 70 miles of the town center we count 27 licensed TV transmitters: 10 full-power, 2 Class A, 9 low-power and 6 translators. Based on each transmitter's power, antenna height and distance, 6 are likely to arrive at fair strength or better, and 5 at good or strong strength.
By distance, 0 transmitters are within 25 miles, 18 between 25 and 45 miles, and 9 farther out. Six of the 9 network stations in range are licensed to Lubbock, so most of the network channels you will find here come from Lubbock's stations.
The strongest network signals here are ABC on channel 28 (KAMC), CBS on channel 13 (KLBK-TV), NBC on channel 11 (KCBD), Fox on channel 34 (KJTV-TV), CW on channel 22 (KLCW-TV), Telemundo on channel 46 (KXTQ-CD) and MeTV on channel 48.1 (KLBB-LD). Spanish-language viewers can pick up Telemundo (weak signal). 4 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 Sundown
Point your antenna E, at about 82°. The main network towers for Sundown sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.
Six network stations, KCBD, KXTQ-CD, KLCW-TV, KJTV-CD and KLBK-TV and others, transmit from the same tower site about 36 miles east of Sundown (85° E). Aim there first: one setting covers all of them.
Of the 5 full-power and Class A network signals that reach Sundown at fair strength or better, all arrive from the east, so this is an easy place to aim.
All of the main network towers are within their radio horizon as seen from Sundown, so signals arrive fairly directly and a well-placed antenna should hold them steadily.
Antenna and amplifier advice for Sundown
The farthest main network tower for Sundown is KJTV-TV (Fox), 38 miles away with a fair 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 Sundown
Full-power independents, low-power stations and translators that relay a bigger station's signal.
| Station | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| KTTZ-TVFull power | 36 mi | 76° ENE | Good | Lubbock, TX |
| KMYL-LDLow power | 36 mi | 85° E | Weak | Lubbock, TX |
| K26PJ-DLow power | 36 mi | 85° E | Weak | Lubbock, TX |
| KBZO-LDLow power | 36 mi | 82° E | Weak | Lubbock, TX |
| K13ZQ-DTranslator | 36 mi | 82° E | Poor | Lubbock, TX |
| K32OV-DLow power | 37 mi | 83° E | Weak | Lubbock, TX |
| KNKC-LDLow power | 37 mi | 83° E | Weak | Lubbock, TX |
| KPTB-DTFull power | 39 mi | 80° E | Weak | Lubbock, TX |
| K34NB-DLow power | 39 mi | 80° E | Poor | Lubbock, TX |
| K18NO-DLow power | 39 mi | 80° E | Poor | Lubbock, TX |
| K27GL-DTranslator | 59 mi | 218° SW | Poor | Hobbs, NM |
| K12NH-DTranslator | 59 mi | 218° SW | Poor | Hobbs, NM |
| K34KZ-DLow power | 60 mi | 219° SW | Poor | Hobbs, NM |
| K19KT-DTranslator | 62 mi | 215° SW | Poor | Hobbs, NM |
| KUPTFull power | 62 mi | 215° SW | Poor | Hobbs, NM |
| K24MB-DTranslator | 63 mi | 220° SW | Poor | Hobbs, NM |
| K20KT-DTranslator | 66 mi | 298° WNW | Poor | Dora, NM |
| KENWFull power | 70 mi | 322° NW | Poor | Portales, NM |
How Sundown compares with the rest of Texas
With 6 stations at fair strength or better, Sundown ranks 805th of 1,039 places in Texas: fewer than the typical Texas town (14). Its nearest major network tower is 36 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. The nearest larger city is Lubbock, 37 miles away.
Setting up an antenna in Sundown: 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 81° E, the direction of KJTV-TV (Fox), 38 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 6 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 ABC in Sundown, TX?
ABC is on channel 28 from KAMC, broadcasting from 36 miles E of Sundown. Estimated signal: good.
What channel is CBS in Sundown, TX?
CBS is on channel 13 from KLBK-TV, broadcasting from 36 miles E of Sundown. Estimated signal: good.
What channel is NBC in Sundown, TX?
NBC is on channel 11 from KCBD, broadcasting from 36 miles E of Sundown. Estimated signal: good.
What channel is Fox in Sundown, TX?
Fox is on channel 34 from KJTV-TV, broadcasting from 38 miles E of Sundown. Estimated signal: fair.
What channel is CW in Sundown, TX?
CW is on channel 22 from KLCW-TV, broadcasting from 36 miles E of Sundown. Estimated signal: good.
How many channels can I get with an antenna in Sundown?
27 transmitters within 70 miles of Sundown; around 6 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 Sundown?
Point your antenna E, at about 82°. The main network towers for Sundown sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.
What kind of antenna do I need in Sundown?
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 Sundown?
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 Sundown?
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 Texas · South region · antenna buying guide · how to aim an antenna. Distances are straight-line from the center of Sundown; signal estimates ignore terrain.