You can get 6 free channels in ZIP 72517 (Melbourne, AR)
Measured from the U.S. Census center of ZIP 72517 · 1 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: SW (219°)
Place your indoor antenna near a window or exterior wall facing SW (219°), 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 72517
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6 | PBS | KEMV Mountain View, AR · Full Power | 29.7 mi | SW (219°) | High VHF RF 13 | ● Strong — Indoor OK |
| 8 | ABC | KAIT Jonesboro, AR · Full Power | 59.6 mi | ESE (107°) | UHF RF 27 | ▲ Weak — Outdoor / Attic |
| 10 | CBS | KOLR Springfield, MO · Full Power | 92.4 mi | NW (324°) | High VHF RF 10 | ○ Fringe — Deep Outdoor |
| 11 | CBS | KTHV Little Rock, AR · Full Power | 98.0 mi | SSW (198°) | High VHF RF 12 | ○ Fringe — Deep Outdoor |
| 3 | NBC | KYTV Springfield, MO · Full Power | 89.6 mi | NW (323°) | UHF RF 19 | ○ Fringe — Deep Outdoor |
| 19 | PBS | KTEJ Jonesboro, AR · Full Power | 68.2 mi | ESE (104°) | UHF RF 20 | ○ Fringe — Deep Outdoor |
Closest city guide: Melbourne, AR Free TV Channels (7.0 mi from ZIP 72517 center) · Browse all Arkansas cities & ZIPs.
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