You can get 6 free channels in ZIP 38242 (Paris, TN)
Measured from the U.S. Census center of ZIP 38242 · 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: NNW (338°)
Place your indoor antenna near a window or exterior wall facing NNW (338°), 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 38242
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 21 | PBS | WKMU Murray, KY · Full Power | 28.9 mi | NNW (338°) | UHF RF 17 | ● Moderate — Window / High Indoor |
| 7 | ABC | WBBJ-TV Jackson, TN · Full Power | 50.3 mi | SSW (203°) | UHF RF 35 | ▲ Weak — Outdoor / Attic |
| 6 | NBC | WPSD-TV Paducah, KY · Full Power | 70.8 mi | NNW (330°) | UHF RF 19 | ○ Fringe — Deep Outdoor |
| 4 | NBC | WSMV-TV Nashville, TN · Full Power | 82.8 mi | E (98°) | High VHF RF 10 | ○ Fringe — Deep Outdoor |
| 16 | FOX | WJKT Jackson, TN · Full Power | 55.5 mi | SW (230°) | UHF RF 21 | ○ Fringe — Deep Outdoor |
| 11 | PBS | WLJT-DT Lexington, TN · Full Power | 44.3 mi | SSW (200°) | UHF RF 27 | ○ Fringe — Deep Outdoor |
Closest city guide: Paris, TN Free TV Channels (1.9 mi from ZIP 38242 center) · Browse all Tennessee cities & ZIPs.
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