You can get 9 free channels in ZIP 48766 (Standish, MI)
Measured from the U.S. Census center of ZIP 48766 · 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 (173°)
Place your indoor antenna near a window or exterior wall facing S (173°), 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 48766
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5 | CBS | WNEM-TV Bay City, MI · Full Power | 44.2 mi | S (179°) | UHF RF 30 | ● Moderate — Window / High Indoor |
| 35 | PBS | WDCQ-TV Bad Axe, MI · Full Power | 40.4 mi | SSE (166°) | UHF RF 15 | ● Moderate — Window / High Indoor |
| 12 | ABC | WJRT-TV Flint, MI · Full Power | 61.6 mi | S (190°) | High VHF RF 12 | ▲ Weak — Outdoor / Attic |
| 11 | CBS | WBKB-TV Alpena, MI · Full Power | 44.1 mi | NNE (22°) | High VHF RF 11 | ▲ Weak — Outdoor / Attic |
| 9 | CBS | WWTV Cadillac, MI · Full Power | 73.7 mi | W (272°) | High VHF RF 9 | ▲ Weak — Outdoor / Attic |
| 25 | NBC | WEYI-TV Saginaw, MI · Full Power | 62.1 mi | S (174°) | UHF RF 18 | ○ Fringe — Deep Outdoor |
| 66 | FOX | WSMH Flint, MI · Full Power | 62.1 mi | S (190°) | UHF RF 16 | ○ Fringe — Deep Outdoor |
| 46 | CW | WBSF Bay City, MI · Full Power | 62.1 mi | S (174°) | UHF RF 23 | ○ Fringe — Deep Outdoor |
| 49 | Independent | WAQP Saginaw, MI · Full Power | 62.2 mi | S (189°) | UHF RF 36 | ○ Fringe — Deep Outdoor |
Closest city guide: Standish, MI Free TV Channels (10.6 mi from ZIP 48766 center) · Browse all Michigan cities & ZIPs.
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