You can get 12 free channels in ZIP 53936 (Adams, WI)
Measured from the U.S. Census center of ZIP 53936 · 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.
🧭 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: S (171°)
Place your indoor antenna near a window or exterior wall facing S (171°), 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 53936
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3 | CBS | WISC-TV Madison, WI · Full Power | 56.8 mi | S (171°) | High VHF RF 11 | ● Moderate — Window / High Indoor |
| – | Local / LPTV | W29ET-D Coloma, WI · Translator | 12.8 mi | NE (35°) | UHF RF 29 | ● Moderate — Window / High Indoor |
| 27 | ABC | WKOW Madison, WI · Full Power | 56.8 mi | S (171°) | UHF RF 26 | ▲ Weak — Outdoor / Attic |
| 9 | ABC | WAOW Wausau, WI · Full Power | 72.7 mi | N (1°) | High VHF RF 9 | ▲ Weak — Outdoor / Attic |
| 7 | CBS | WSAW-TV Wausau, WI · Full Power | 72.7 mi | N (1°) | High VHF RF 7 | ▲ Weak — Outdoor / Attic |
| 47 | FOX | WMSN-TV Madison, WI · Full Power | 56.8 mi | S (171°) | UHF RF 18 | ▲ Weak — Outdoor / Attic |
| 21 | PBS | WHA-TV Madison, WI · Full Power | 56.8 mi | S (171°) | UHF RF 20 | ▲ Weak — Outdoor / Attic |
| 57 | CW | WIFS Janesville, WI · Full Power | 56.8 mi | S (171°) | UHF RF 21 | ▲ Weak — Outdoor / Attic |
| 8 | CBS | WKBT-DT La Crosse, WI · Full Power | 82.5 mi | WNW (281°) | High VHF RF 8 | ○ Fringe — Deep Outdoor |
| 15 | NBC | WMTV Madison, WI · Full Power | 57.6 mi | S (169°) | UHF RF 19 | ○ Fringe — Deep Outdoor |
| 13 | NBC | WEAU Eau Claire, WI · Full Power | 82.9 mi | NW (312°) | UHF RF 17 | ○ Fringe — Deep Outdoor |
| 20 | PBS | WHRM-TV Wausau, WI · Full Power | 72.7 mi | N (1°) | UHF RF 24 | ○ Fringe — Deep Outdoor |
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