You can get 8 free channels in ZIP 72501 (Batesville, AR)
Measured from the U.S. Census center of ZIP 72501 · 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 (356°)
Place your indoor antenna near a window or exterior wall facing N (356°), 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 72501
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8 | ABC | KAIT Jonesboro, AR · Full Power | 40.8 mi | E (80°) | UHF RF 27 | ● Moderate — Window / High Indoor |
| 6 | PBS | KEMV Mountain View, AR · Full Power | 35.7 mi | W (273°) | High VHF RF 13 | ● Moderate — Window / High Indoor |
| 19 | PBS | KTEJ Jonesboro, AR · Full Power | 50.1 mi | E (81°) | UHF RF 20 | ▲ Weak — Outdoor / Attic |
| 7 | ABC | KATV Little Rock, AR · Full Power | 83.3 mi | SW (215°) | UHF RF 22 | ○ Fringe — Deep Outdoor |
| 11 | CBS | KTHV Little Rock, AR · Full Power | 83.5 mi | SW (215°) | High VHF RF 12 | ○ Fringe — Deep Outdoor |
| 4 | NBC | KARK-TV Little Rock, AR · Full Power | 83.5 mi | SW (215°) | UHF RF 32 | ○ Fringe — Deep Outdoor |
| 48 | Independent | KVTJ-DT Jonesboro, AR · Full Power | 64.8 mi | E (101°) | UHF RF 18 | ○ Fringe — Deep Outdoor |
| – | Local / LPTV | K24NY-D Jonesboro, AR · Low Power | 40.8 mi | E (80°) | UHF RF 24 | ○ Fringe — Deep Outdoor |
Closest city guide: Batesville, AR Free TV Channels (2.3 mi from ZIP 72501 center) · Browse all Arkansas cities & ZIPs.
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