You can get 7 free channels in ZIP 72561 (Melbourne, AR)
Measured from the U.S. Census center of ZIP 72561 · 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: 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 72561
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 | 28.0 mi | WSW (253°) | High VHF RF 13 | ● Strong — Indoor OK |
| 8 | ABC | KAIT Jonesboro, AR · Full Power | 49.2 mi | E (93°) | UHF RF 27 | ● Moderate — Window / High Indoor |
| 7 | ABC | KATV Little Rock, AR · Full Power | 87.2 mi | SSW (206°) | UHF RF 22 | ○ Fringe — Deep Outdoor |
| 11 | CBS | KTHV Little Rock, AR · Full Power | 87.3 mi | SSW (207°) | High VHF RF 12 | ○ Fringe — Deep Outdoor |
| 4 | NBC | KARK-TV Little Rock, AR · Full Power | 87.3 mi | SSW (207°) | UHF RF 32 | ○ Fringe — Deep Outdoor |
| 19 | PBS | KTEJ Jonesboro, AR · Full Power | 58.4 mi | E (92°) | UHF RF 20 | ○ Fringe — Deep Outdoor |
| – | Local / LPTV | K24NY-D Jonesboro, AR · Low Power | 49.2 mi | E (93°) | UHF RF 24 | ○ Fringe — Deep Outdoor |
Closest city guide: Melbourne, AR Free TV Channels (9.9 mi from ZIP 72561 center) · Browse all Arkansas cities & ZIPs.
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