TV Channels in Merriman, NE
ZIP Code: 69218 • Coordinates: 42.7748°N, 101.6128°W
Channels available
1 / 10 networks
Strongest signal
-45 dBm · KZSD-TV
Reliability
10 / 10
Recommended antenna
Rotator 354° N
Towers in range
4 Top 2 within 13 dB
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1 of 10 networks reach this ZIP Major Network Coverage
Signal values are sampled near the ZIP centroid. Reception at your specific address can vary, especially in hilly areas — check the coverage map for your block.
ABC
Not Available
NBC
Not Available
CBS
Not Available
FOX
Not Available
PBS
KZSD-TV
Ch. 08-1 · 1080i
-45 dBm
+ 5 more
Also on this station:
Audio Ch. 08-5
Audio Ch. 08-6
Create Ch. 08-3
PBS Kids 24/7 Ch. 08-4
World Channel Ch. 08-2
CW
Not Available
MyN
Not Available
ION
Not Available
Telemundo
Not Available
Univision
Not Available
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Signal strength · dBm >-30 Excellent → Poor <-70
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Stations ranked by received power at the ZIP centroid
Top 5 Strongest Signals
| Rank | Station | Channel | Networks | Signal | Quality | Bearing |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| #1 | KZSD-TV MARTIN, SD | 08-1 1080i | PBSAudioAudio +3 | -45 dBm | Excellent | 4° N |
| #2 | KRNE-TV MERRIMAN, NE | 12-1 1080i | PBSCreateFirst Nations Experience +2 | -58 dBm | Good | 216° SW |
| #3 | K06JC-D CHADRON, NE | 13-1 1080i | PBSCreateFirst Nations Experience +2 | -88 dBm | No Signal | 273° W |
| #4 | K10PS-D PINE RIDGE, SD | 08-1 1080i | PBSAudioAudio +3 | -89 dBm | No Signal | 289° WNW |
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How reliable, where to point, and whether you'll have to choose between towers Reception Analysis
Reliability Score
10 / 10
Signal varies 2 dB across the sample area — minimal variation across this ZIP.
Antenna Recommendation
Rotator Recommended
Towers spread 138° - rotator recommended
Signal Competition
Dominant Tower
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About TV Reception in Merriman
Merriman, Nebraska (69218) has access to 4 strong TV signals. The strongest signal comes from KZSD-TV at -45 dBm, rated as "Excellent" quality.
For best reception, we recommend using an outdoor antenna mounted as high as possible. Indoor antennas may work for "Excellent" and "Good" rated signals.
Signal Quality Guide
- Excellent −50 dBm and stronger Indoor antenna should work
- Good −65 to −50 dBm Indoor antenna in good conditions
- Fair −75 to −65 dBm Outdoor antenna recommended
- Poor −85 to −75 dBm High-gain outdoor antenna required
- No Signal below −85 dBm Below ATSC threshold — reception unlikely