Update 9-2-22 11:45pm: - Well, here is the link to the Rabbitears.info map of the broadcast range of W14EE's new boosted signal.
Now, W14EE 14 is Getting a Boost
- Posted September 1st, 2022 at 11:05pm
In a previous post, I noted that W35DZ in Algood (near Cookeville) is moving up the tower and getting more power. Well, now W14EE (also in Algood near Cookeville) will be doing the same. Even though they will be going up 190ft, they won't be as high as 35 will be. They will also be going from a mere 0.2kw up to 15kw. I am providing an image of the broadcasting range that they have made and added with the FCC application. The black circle represents what the range looks like now, while the blue circle represents the range after they will make the changes. This range is not that detailed. Once the map on Rabbitears.info becomes available, I will add the link in this post. By the way, W14EE is the station owned by Gray, and it will be broadcasting what channels WSMV broadcasts. Until more news breaks, that's all for now.
Update 9-2-22 11:45pm: - Well, here is the link to the Rabbitears.info map of the broadcast range of W14EE's new boosted signal.
Update 9-2-22 11:45pm: - Well, here is the link to the Rabbitears.info map of the broadcast range of W14EE's new boosted signal.
30 Comments
Leatherneck97
- Posted on September 2nd, 2022 at 12:48am - Edited
When I looked at the map I really didn't realize how much larger the coverage is when comparing the current one to the CP.
xmguy
- Posted on September 2nd, 2022 at 3:48pm - Edited
I looked at it. It MIGHT reach me. I'm in RED where it shows for McMinnville, and outside the contour. But if it shows WSMV 4.1, I'd be happy. Especially at night, and other times, when I lose WSMV RF 10.
itgrouch
- Posted on September 3rd, 2022 at 7:37pm
It is good that Gray is putting the money on the table to use LP translators to fill in the WSMV coverage gaps. I doubt Meredith would have ever done so. The whole issue would have been moot if Meredith had participated in the channel repack and moved WSMV to UHF, in my opinion. But there may be regulatory and technical reasons why they couldn't.
Crossville OTA
- Posted on September 4th, 2022 at 6:58pm
I am a Sumner County native but I now live on the West side of Cumberland County, and am really trying to get into the OTA thing. What will I need to do to pick this station. Thanks in advance and please be patient with this rookie.
xmguy
- Posted on September 6th, 2022 at 4:23am
I'm just outside of the noise contour. I do hope they plan to increase their signal at some point. But then again, I guess they need to be airing SOMETHING first. lol
Leatherneck97
- Posted on September 15th, 2022 at 2:37am - Edited
When I received WCTZ-LD as of now 35.7, which is LX, has no sound but there is picture with it and Closed Captioning works as intended. So I just chalk it up to a sub channel issue. EDIT. The channel came back with sound for a second but is back out for now but everything else is the same. I will not be able to update this by the time anyone sees it because the channel will go out.
xmguy
- Posted on September 17th, 2022 at 4:57pm
I went to Smithville this early morning and tried to DX W14EE. I saw nothing. Not even a sniff. At home tropo was bringing ALL in at 100% and still not a whisper. I don't think they're on air. I could get W35DZ in Smithville. But nothing on 14.
Leatherneck97
- Posted on September 17th, 2022 at 5:17pm
What was on channel 35? I tried to get 35 where I live but the power was too low to receive because of tree coverage even though I was in the reception area.
xmguy
- Posted on September 17th, 2022 at 6:02pm
1080i Simulcast of WCTE in ATSC 1.0. I'm the same in McMinnville. I'm 1-Edge can't even get it.
xmguy
- Posted on September 21st, 2022 at 2:21pm
Wonder how much longer before Grey has W14EE on air?
w9wi
- Posted on November 19th, 2022 at 8:10am
As of yesterday noon-ish, W14EE is simulcasting WTNX-LD. 4.10 relaying WSMV, 15.1 with Telemundo. However, it's still running only 200 watts to an antenna on top of the transmitter building. (black contour on the map above) The supply chain woes that affect so many other industries also affect TV transmitter manufacturers:( Not particularly relevant to this thread but W29FR in Gladeville also switched over yesterday afternoon.
xmguy
- Posted on November 19th, 2022 at 12:38pm - Edited
That's great! I am considering going back to Algood for a signal check/grab with my HR4K. It will be great when they boost their power too. I also have a scheduled Tech class Amateur test next month. W9WI, would love to meet you sometime too. :)
NashDigie
- Posted on November 19th, 2022 at 3:59pm
W9WI, thank you so much for that information. Appreciate it.
Leatherneck97
- Posted on November 19th, 2022 at 4:54pm
Xmguy I would love to see your results for the test. Good luck if you do it.
xmguy
- Posted on November 20th, 2022 at 5:15pm - Edited
Went back to Brotherton Mountain Rd. Got some signal data, and pics. I REALLY hope I get W14EE in McMinnville at night. 14EE will need WAY more power first. Any ETA on when the boost will occur W9WI?
Leatherneck97
- Posted on November 20th, 2022 at 5:26pm
I want to hear about the signal data, xmguy. Right now at W14ee current power I do not get it but the signal strength is in the high 60 to low 70 range everyday.
xmguy
- Posted on November 22nd, 2022 at 11:17am - Edited
I have serious concerns about getting W14EE in McMinnville when the power boost is complete. Because I am way outside the Noise contour. Perhaps night will be my saving grace. Since I can get WSMV RF 10 during most days. I just lose it at night, because of EMI from outdoor LED lights from the local electric company, beyond my control.
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