You can get 7 free channels in ZIP 56571 (New York Mills, MN)
Measured from the U.S. Census center of ZIP 56571 · 0 channels have a Strong indoor-ready signal.
Outdoor Rooftop Directional Antenna
Signals here are mostly distant or weak. A rooftop directional antenna (with a mast preamp) gives you the best shot at reliable HD.
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🧭 Broadcast Tower Compass — Which Way to Point Your Antenna
Each dot is a local TV tower relative to your center point (● Green = Strong, ● Blue = Moderate, ● Amber = Weak).
Primary Aim Direction: WNW (297°)
Place your indoor antenna near a window or exterior wall facing WNW (297°), or aim your attic/rooftop antenna toward that compass bearing for the strongest signal lock.
After placing or moving your antenna, always run a fresh TV channel rescan.
Channel Lineup & Tower Directions for ZIP 56571
Sorted with Strong signals and major broadcast networks first. Channel is the virtual channel number your TV displays; Band / RF Ch. is the actual radio frequency that determines whether you need a VHF-capable antenna. How we calculate signals.
| Channel | Network | Station | Distance | Point Antenna | Band / RF Ch. | Estimated Signal |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 15 | FOX | KVRR Fargo, ND · Full Power | 36.6 mi | WNW (297°) | UHF RF 19 | ● Moderate — Window / High Indoor |
| – | Local / LPTV | K08QE-D Fergus Falls, MN · Translator | 23.4 mi | W (278°) | High VHF RF 8 | ● Moderate — Window / High Indoor |
| 12 | CBS | KCCW-TV Walker, MN · Full Power | 62.1 mi | NE (56°) | High VHF RF 12 | ▲ Weak — Outdoor / Attic |
| – | Local / LPTV | K17FE-D Wadena, MN · Translator | 22.8 mi | E (98°) | UHF RF 17 | ▲ Weak — Outdoor / Attic |
| 42 | ABC | KSAX Alexandria, MN · Full Power | 53.7 mi | SSE (161°) | UHF RF 24 | ○ Fringe — Deep Outdoor |
| 22 | PBS | KAWB Brainerd, MN · Full Power | 51.5 mi | E (90°) | UHF RF 28 | ○ Fringe — Deep Outdoor |
| – | Local / LPTV | KONC Alexandria, MN · Full Power | 77.7 mi | SE (140°) | High VHF RF 7 | ○ Fringe — Deep Outdoor |
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