You can get 6 free channels in ZIP 56590 (Elbow Lake, MN)
Measured from the U.S. Census center of ZIP 56590 · 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: N (355°)
Place your indoor antenna near a window or exterior wall facing N (355°), 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 56590
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 15 | FOX | KVRR Fargo, ND · Full Power | 44.8 mi | N (355°) | UHF RF 19 | ● Moderate — Window / High Indoor |
| 10 | PBS | KWCM-TV Appleton, MN · Full Power | 59.9 mi | S (173°) | High VHF RF 10 | ▲ Weak — Outdoor / Attic |
| – | Local / LPTV | K08QE-D Fergus Falls, MN · Translator | 31.8 mi | N (11°) | High VHF RF 8 | ▲ Weak — Outdoor / Attic |
| 42 | ABC | KSAX Alexandria, MN · Full Power | 52.2 mi | ESE (115°) | UHF RF 24 | ○ Fringe — Deep Outdoor |
| 13 | PBS | KFME Fargo, ND · Full Power | 84.2 mi | NW (324°) | High VHF RF 13 | ○ Fringe — Deep Outdoor |
| – | Local / LPTV | K31QO-D Alexandria, MN · Low Power | 34.5 mi | E (101°) | UHF RF 31 | ○ Fringe — Deep Outdoor |
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