You can get 5 free channels in ZIP 56401 (Brainerd, MN)
Measured from the U.S. Census center of ZIP 56401 · 3 channels have a Strong indoor-ready signal.
Attic or High-Gain Window Antenna
You have 4 Strong/Moderate channels. An attic or 2nd-floor window antenna will lock in way more channels than a basic flat panel.
🧭 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: NW (317°)
Place your indoor antenna near a window or exterior wall facing NW (317°), 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 56401
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 22 | PBS | KAWB Brainerd, MN · Full Power | 17.5 mi | WNW (293°) | UHF RF 28 | ● Strong — Indoor OK |
| – | Local / LPTV | K16BQ-D Brainerd, MN · Translator | 1.9 mi | W (268°) | UHF RF 16 | ● Strong — Indoor OK |
| – | Local / LPTV | K20NH-D Brainerd, MN · Translator | 1.9 mi | W (268°) | UHF RF 20 | ● Strong — Indoor OK |
| 12 | CBS | KCCW-TV Walker, MN · Full Power | 45.1 mi | NNW (340°) | High VHF RF 12 | ● Moderate — Window / High Indoor |
| – | Local / LPTV | KONC Alexandria, MN · Full Power | 55.4 mi | SSW (200°) | High VHF RF 7 | ▲ Weak — Outdoor / Attic |
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