W47NV

W47NV is a non-commercial educational radio station licensed to Las Vegas, Nevada, United States. The station serves the Las Vegas Valley and is owned by University of Nevada, Las Vegas. W47NV broadcasts a variety format, featuring a mix of public radio, talk radio, and music programming. The station is operated by KUNV, the university's radio station.

Station Information

W47NV is licensed to University of Nevada, Las Vegas and broadcasts on the frequency of 47 FM in the Las Vegas area. The station's call sign is W47NV, and it is a non-commercial radio station.

History

The station was initially assigned a construction permit by the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) in 2002. After several years of construction and testing, W47NV received its broadcast license and began broadcasting in 2006. The station was established to provide public radio programming to the Las Vegas Valley, complementing the existing KUNV station.

Technical Details

W47NV broadcasts with an effective radiated power (ERP) of 35 watts and has a broadcast range of approximately 10 miles in the Las Vegas Valley. The station's transmitter is located on the University of Nevada, Las Vegas campus.

Coverage Area

The station's coverage area includes the Las Vegas Valley, Henderson, Nevada, and surrounding areas. W47NV's signal can be received throughout Clark County, Nevada, and parts of Nye County, Nevada.

Programming

W47NV's programming features a mix of public radio, talk radio, and music. The station broadcasts KUNV's public radio programming, including NPR news, talk shows, and music programs. The station also airs University of Nevada, Las Vegas-produced content, including student-run radio shows and local interest programs. Category:Radio stations in Nevada