TV channels & antenna towers in Dishman, Washington

Dishman has 33 TV transmitters within 70 miles, carrying ABC, CBS, NBC, Fox, CW and ION. About 13 stations should come in at fair strength or better with a suitable antenna. The closest tower is KDYS-LD, 4.4 miles to the SSW.

33TV transmitters within 70 miles
6networks over the air
4.4 mito the closest tower
9,978population

Network channels in Dishman

StationChannelDistancePoint antennaEst. signalLicensed to
CBSKREMCBS2 4.6 mi193° SSW StrongSpokane, WA
CWKSKNCW22 4.6 mi193° SSW StrongSpokane, WA
IONKGPX-TVION34 4.7 mi192° SSW StrongSpokane, WA
NBCKHQ-TVNBC6 5.5 mi190° S StrongSpokane, WA
FOXKAYU-TVFox28 5.7 mi190° S StrongSpokane, WA
ABCKXLY-TVABC4 20 mi22° NNE FairSpokane, WA

Over-the-air TV in Dishman

With roughly 9,980 residents, Dishman is a town in Washington. Within 70 miles of the town center we count 33 licensed TV transmitters: 10 full-power, 7 low-power and 16 translators. Based on each transmitter's power, antenna height and distance, 13 are likely to arrive at fair strength or better, and 10 at good or strong strength.

12 of them are within 25 miles of Dishman, 2 sit 25 to 45 miles away and 19 are more than 45 miles out. Six of the 6 network stations in range are licensed to Spokane, so most of the network channels you will find here come from Spokane's stations.

The strongest network signals here are ABC on channel 4 (KXLY-TV), CBS on channel 2 (KREM), NBC on channel 6 (KHQ-TV), Fox on channel 28 (KAYU-TV), CW on channel 22 (KSKN) and ION on channel 34 (KGPX-TV). 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 Dishman

The main network towers around Dishman are in different directions: ABC 22° NNE (20 mi), CBS 193° SSW (4.6 mi), NBC 190° S (5.5 mi) and Fox 190° S (5.7 mi). Aim at the farthest one you want first, or use a multi-directional antenna.

Five network stations, KREM, KSKN, KGPX-TV, KHQ-TV and KAYU-TV, transmit from the same tower site about 4.6 miles south of Dishman (193° SSW). Point at that site and a single antenna setting picks them all up.

Of the 6 full-power and Class A network signals that reach Dishman at fair strength or better, 83% arrive from the south; the rest are spread across one other direction.

All of the main network towers are within their radio horizon as seen from Dishman, so signals arrive fairly directly and a well-placed antenna should hold them steadily.

Antenna and amplifier advice for Dishman

The farthest main network tower for Dishman is KXLY-TV (ABC), 20 miles away with a fair 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.

KREM is only 4.6 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 Dishman

Full-power independents, low-power stations and translators that relay a bigger station's signal. Showing the closest 25 of 27; see all in the finder.

StationDistancePoint antennaEst. signalLicensed to
KDYS-LDLow power4.4 mi 195° SSWGoodSpokane, WA
KQUP-LDLow power4.9 mi 212° SSWGoodSpokane, WA
KHBA-LDLow power5.7 mi 191° SGoodSpokane, WA
K29NM-DLow power5.7 mi 191° SGoodSpokane, WA
KSPS-TVFull power5.9 mi 191° SGoodSpokane, WA
KXMN-LDLow power5.9 mi 191° SWeakSpokane, Etc., WA
KQUPFull power29 mi 163° SSEFairPullman, WA
K17PA-DLow power45 mi 100° EPoorMullan, ID
K23HT-DTranslator45 mi 117° ESEPoorSt. Maries, ID
K30LS-DTranslator54 mi 30° NNEPoorSandpoint, ID
K23NM-DTranslator54 mi 30° NNEPoorSandpoint, ID
K33LW-DTranslator54 mi 30° NNEPoorSandpoint, ID
K21NG-DTranslator54 mi 30° NNEPoorSandpoint, ID
K25OP-DTranslator54 mi 102° ESEPoorKellogg, ID
KWSU-TVFull power55 mi 175° SFairPullman, WA
K26NM-DTranslator55 mi 175° SPoorPullman, WA
K19LE-DLow power62 mi 35° NEPoorSandpoint, ID
K33QB-DTranslator64 mi 19° NNEPoorCoolin, ID
K32OA-DTranslator64 mi 19° NNEPoorCoolin, ID
K31DS-DTranslator64 mi 19° NNEPoorCoolin, ID
K09XY-DTranslator67 mi 15° NNEPoorCoolin, ID
K12LF-DTranslator67 mi 15° NNEPoorCoolin, ID
K10KR-DTranslator67 mi 15° NNEPoorCoolin, ID
K11UN-DTranslator67 mi 15° NNEPoorCoolin, ID
K05GL-DTranslator67 mi 15° NNEPoorCoolin, ID

How Dishman compares with the rest of Washington

With 13 stations at fair strength or better, Dishman ranks 278th of 398 places in Washington: fewer than the typical Washington town (17). Its nearest major network tower is 4.6 miles away, against a state median of 19 miles.

60% of Washington's cities and towns get the same recommendation: an amplified indoor or attic antenna. The nearest larger city is Opportunity, 1.8 miles away.

Setting up an antenna in Dishman: 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 22° NNE, the direction of KXLY-TV (ABC), 20 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 13 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 ABC in Dishman, WA?

ABC is on channel 4 from KXLY-TV, broadcasting from 20 miles NNE of Dishman. Estimated signal: fair.

What channel is CBS in Dishman, WA?

CBS is on channel 2 from KREM, broadcasting from 4.6 miles SSW of Dishman. Estimated signal: strong.

What channel is NBC in Dishman, WA?

NBC is on channel 6 from KHQ-TV, broadcasting from 5.5 miles S of Dishman. Estimated signal: strong.

What channel is Fox in Dishman, WA?

Fox is on channel 28 from KAYU-TV, broadcasting from 5.7 miles S of Dishman. Estimated signal: strong.

What channel is CW in Dishman, WA?

CW is on channel 22 from KSKN, broadcasting from 4.6 miles SSW of Dishman. Estimated signal: strong.

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

33 transmitters within 70 miles of Dishman; around 13 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 Dishman?

The main network towers around Dishman are in different directions: ABC 22° NNE (20 mi), CBS 193° SSW (4.6 mi), NBC 190° S (5.5 mi) and Fox 190° S (5.7 mi). Aim at the farthest one you want first, or use a multi-directional antenna.

What kind of antenna do I need in Dishman?

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 171° of the compass, so a multi-directional antenna or a rotator will help.

Do I need an antenna amplifier in Dishman?

KREM is only 4.6 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 Dishman?

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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