You can get 10 free channels in ZIP 04981 (Belfast, ME)
Measured from the U.S. Census center of ZIP 04981 · 6 channels have a Strong indoor-ready signal.
Indoor Window or Tabletop Antenna
6 stations arrive with a Strong signal here. Place a quality indoor antenna near a window or wall facing the towers.
🧭 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: NNE (18°)
Place your indoor antenna near a window or exterior wall facing NNE (18°), 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 04981
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7 | ABC | WVII-TV Bangor, ME · Full Power | 21.6 mi | NE (38°) | High VHF RF 7 | ● Strong — Indoor OK |
| 2 | NBC | WLBZ Bangor, ME · Full Power | 17.4 mi | NNE (28°) | Low VHF RF 2 | ● Strong — Indoor OK |
| 12 | PBS | WMEB-TV Orono, ME · Full Power | 21.8 mi | NE (38°) | UHF RF 22 | ● Strong — Indoor OK |
| – | Local / LPTV | W19FA-D Bangor, ME · Low Power | 17.6 mi | NW (318°) | UHF RF 19 | ● Strong — Indoor OK |
| 5 | Cbs/Cw | WABI-TV Bangor, ME · Full Power | 17.6 mi | NW (318°) | High VHF RF 13 | ● Strong — Indoor OK |
| – | Local / LPTV | WFVX-LD Bangor, ME · Low Power | 21.6 mi | NE (38°) | High VHF RF 7 | ● Strong — Indoor OK |
| – | Local / LPTV | W36FM-D Etna, ME · Low Power | 21.7 mi | NE (38°) | UHF RF 36 | ▲ Weak — Outdoor / Attic |
| – | Local / LPTV | W20ER-D Bangor, ME · Low Power | 23.6 mi | N (7°) | UHF RF 20 | ▲ Weak — Outdoor / Attic |
| – | Local / LPTV | W32FS-D Bangor, ME · Low Power | 23.6 mi | N (7°) | UHF RF 32 | ▲ Weak — Outdoor / Attic |
| 10 | PBS | WCBB Augusta, ME · Full Power | 63.0 mi | WSW (247°) | UHF RF 20 | ○ Fringe — Deep Outdoor |
Closest city guide: Belfast, ME Free TV Channels (11.1 mi from ZIP 04981 center) · Browse all Maine cities & ZIPs.
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