WTBS-LD channel 6.1
WTBS-LD is the Estrella TV station on channel 6.1 in the Atlanta area. Its tower is 3.8 miles east-southeast of Atlanta. 9 of the 12 Atlanta cities we cover get it at a Strong or Moderate signal.
- Channel
- 6.1
- Band
- Low VHF
- Cities served
- 9
What's on WTBS-LD
WTBS-LD broadcasts 2 channels, all free with an antenna.
| Channel | Programming | On-screen name |
|---|---|---|
| 6.1 | France 24 | WTBS-HD |
| 6.2 | Audio of 87.7 The Vibe | Vibe |
Reception notes
- Low VHF. WTBS-LD transmits on RF channel 6, in the Low VHF band (RF 2 to 6). Many flat indoor antennas pick up VHF poorly, and Low VHF needs a larger antenna. VHF antenna guide
- NextGen TV. The FCC does not list WTBS-LD as broadcasting in ATSC 3.0, so any digital TV tuner can receive it.
Where WTBS-LD comes in
Strongest within about 18 miles of the tower, which stands 3.8 miles to the east-southeast of Atlanta. 9 cities get a Strong signal. Weak in Roswell, Johns Creek and Alpharetta.
| City | Tower distance | Signal |
|---|---|---|
| Atlanta, GA | 3.8 mi ESE | Strong |
| Brookhaven, GA | 8.1 mi S | Strong |
| Smyrna, GA | 12 mi SE | Strong |
| Sandy Springs, GA | 13 mi S | Strong |
| Stonecrest, GA | 13 mi WNW | Strong |
| Mableton, GA | 13 mi ESE | Strong |
| Dunwoody, GA | 14 mi SSW | Strong |
| South Fulton, GA | 15 mi ENE | Strong |
| Marietta, GA | 18 mi SE | Strong |
Distance and direction are from each city's center to the tower. Signal ratings are estimates from the FCC's coverage contour and distance.
Station summary
| Network | Estrella TV |
|---|---|
| Virtual channel | 6.1 |
| RF channel | 6 (VHF-low) |
| Service | Low power |
| Community of license | Atlanta, GA |
| Licensee | PRISM BROADCASTING NETWORK, INC. |
| Effective radiated power | 1.5 kW |
| NextGen TV | No |
Sources
- FCC TV Query record for WTBS-LD (channels, tower, power, licensee and NextGen TV)
- Wikipedia: WTBS-LD (network and subchannels, CC BY-SA 4.0)
Station and tower data: FCC, Nov 6, 2026. Network and subchannel data: Wikipedia, CC BY-SA 4.0. Signal tiers are estimates from FCC coverage areas and distance, without terrain modeling. How we estimate signals.