You can get 6 free channels in ZIP 04686 (Calais, ME)
Measured from the U.S. Census center of ZIP 04686 · 1 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: SSE (166°)
Place your indoor antenna near a window or exterior wall facing SSE (166°), 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 04686
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 13 | PBS | WMED-TV Calais, ME · Full Power | 18.3 mi | E (83°) | High VHF RF 10 | ● Strong — Indoor OK |
| 12 | PBS | WMEB-TV Orono, ME · Full Power | 45.6 mi | WSW (250°) | UHF RF 22 | ● Moderate — Window / High Indoor |
| 7 | ABC | WVII-TV Bangor, ME · Full Power | 45.7 mi | WSW (249°) | High VHF RF 7 | ▲ Weak — Outdoor / Attic |
| 2 | NBC | WLBZ Bangor, ME · Full Power | 51.1 mi | WSW (250°) | Low VHF RF 2 | ▲ Weak — Outdoor / Attic |
| – | Local / LPTV | WFVX-LD Bangor, ME · Low Power | 45.7 mi | WSW (249°) | High VHF RF 7 | ○ Fringe — Deep Outdoor |
| 5 | Cbs/Cw | WABI-TV Bangor, ME · Full Power | 70.8 mi | WSW (254°) | High VHF RF 13 | ○ Fringe — Deep Outdoor |
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