You can get 6 free channels in ZIP 96738 (Urban Honolulu CDP, HI)
Measured from the U.S. Census center of ZIP 96738 · 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: W (271°)
Place your indoor antenna near a window or exterior wall facing W (271°), 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 96738
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 | ION | KLEI-TV Kailua-Kona, HI · Full Power | 13.1 mi | SW (215°) | UHF RF 25 | ● Strong — Indoor OK |
| 10 | PBS | KMEB Wailuku, HI · Full Power | 65.2 mi | NNW (326°) | High VHF RF 10 | ● Moderate — Window / High Indoor |
| 12 | ABC | KMAU Wailuku, HI · Full Power | 65.2 mi | NNW (326°) | High VHF RF 12 | ▲ Weak — Outdoor / Attic |
| 3 | CBS | KGMV Wailuku, HI · Full Power | 65.2 mi | NNW (326°) | UHF RF 24 | ▲ Weak — Outdoor / Attic |
| 15 | NBC | KOGG Wailuku, HI · Full Power | 65.2 mi | NNW (326°) | UHF RF 16 | ▲ Weak — Outdoor / Attic |
| 7 | FOX | KAII-TV Wailuku, HI · Full Power | 65.2 mi | NNW (326°) | High VHF RF 7 | ▲ Weak — Outdoor / Attic |
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