how good is Fringe F M reception
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The FM receiver is good, but reception is going to be more a function of your FM antenna. I have a large, omnidirectional "S" shaped antenna which, in the over-radio'd Charlotte NC market pulls in a station on almost every frequency -- even WNCW, the popular non-commercial station from western NC.
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it depends on how long you want to experiment with the FM antenna. I live in a poor reception signal in the mountains of NC and at first I could not receive more than 1 or 2 FM stations. Ihad several antennas to try out and believe it or not, I got the best result with a cheap, simple T shape vertical antenna for less than $10.00 !But the placement is critical . After several tries I hit the jack pot and was able to teceive 11 stations loud and clearr !To this day I still can tune in any of those 11 frequencies on any time of the day or night So, do mot dispair, it's not the receiver, it's the antenna ! it depends on how long you want to experiment with the FM antenna. I live in a poor reception signal in the mountains of NC and at first I could not receive more than 1 or 2 FM stations. Ihad several antennas to try out and believe it or not, I got the best result with a cheap, simple T shape vertical antenna for less than $10.00 !But the placement is critical . After several tries I hit the jack pot and was able to teceive 11 stations loud and clearr !To this day I still can tune in any of those 11 frequencies on any time of the day or night So, do mot dispair, it's not the receiver, it's... » Read More it depends on how long you want to experiment with the FM antenna. I live in a poor reception signal in the mountains of NC and at first I could not receive more than 1 or 2 FM stations. Ihad several antennas to try out and believe it or not, I got the best result with a cheap, simple T shape vertical antenna for less than $10.00 !But the placement is critical . After several tries I hit the jack pot and was able to teceive 11 stations loud and clearr !To this day I still can tune in any of those 11 frequencies on any time of the day or night So, do mot dispair, it's not the receiver, it's the antenna ! « Show Less
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I do not live in a fring are. However, I do live in an area with a very poor signal. The pleasant surprise about this receiver was its excellent sensitivity.
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It all depends on what you use for an antenna and signal strengh. Roof mounted directional: superb!Indoor antenna depends on your location and orientation. You will need to experiment looking for best spot. Good luck!Victor
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it depends on how long you want to experiment with the FM antenna. I live in a poor reception signal in the mountains of NC and at first I could not receive more than 1 or 2 FM stations. Ihad several antennas to try out and believe it or not, I got the best result with a cheap, simple T shape vertical antenna for less than $10.00 !But the placement is critical . After several tries I hit the jack pot and was able to teceive 11 stations loud and clearr !To this day I still can tune in any of those 11 frequencies on any time of the day or night So, do mot dispair, it's not the receiver, it's the antenna !
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Don't really know how good the AM frequency is but the FM is great, you just have to use an antenna :)
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D~ did you get this and does it work for you? I am also in SJ and looking at getting an antenna. Thx!!!
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It receives and transmits considerably better then the antenna that came with my UV-82, I bought 1 for each of the UV-82 radios I own, great antenna with a good price tag as well as looks great!!!
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It is good. I suppose it depends on the area you live in. I gave this radio to my 90 yr old mother and she is thrilled with it. In her area, Central New Jersey, she gets good reception from fm stations in NY, Phil, and Princeton.
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My experience is that position does not seem to make a difference in the pick up of Wi-Fi transmissions. But I operate the unit at work in a high rf wifi area, so I do not have experience in any fringe reception areas. Like any IP device, it works better on a hard line connection.
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The reception is awesome........I Luv the look & style of the radio, the reception is good on both FM & AM stations. I would recommend other in buying this brand
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The Amped Wireless has worked well for me I put it as close as possible to where my chapel and rental house are and both have good reception. After the signal leaves my house there is nothing between the two buildings.
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Richard,I am pleased with the unit and can pick up signal approx 50 metres away. Live in a 3 bedroom unit and never have a problemGood luck
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This radio is one of the best SW portable radios. So if there still is a BBC SW world service directed towards the Mediterranean, you will be able to receive it. Best if you go on-line, and check if the BBC has not cut yet that service. It used to be in the 49m band. Three addtl. comments: 1) This is not the best FM radio, very dificult to tune in to a known frequency. I say that because if you go to Greece, expect "touristy" FM broadcasts in the morning in English. 2) There are much cheaper and better radios for local FM. The TECSUN PL-310et comes to mind. 3) This is a really good radio for AM! I expect that in Greece at night you should be able to listen to a few AM radio stations in English.
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I don't now the impedance, but the genuine antenna is working best. This is a great dialer.
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FM reception is not too good where I live---but then, we cannot get ANY TV broadcast here and the stereo in the house gets only static. When we drive to the big city, however, the reception is quite good! Guess a lot depends on one's signal strength, eh?!
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I have not used for FM reception but for picking up TV channels and it works just fine, in fact better than a previous model I had.
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These cheep antennas work fine between 144-440mhz. We don't use 146mhz range in the USA, so no way to test it in my truck, but since it is dual band and not just single band, it should have no problem transmitting in that range, as it is a higher freq than USA 2m which this antenna works well within.
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Thanks M. MasonI have had 2 of these radios. The first one was good in reception, on am., but the off on switch went bad.and the tuner also broke. The second one is not very good on am or fm, I wasted my money on it. Thanks
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Yes, in fact that's mostly what I use on it, the radio seems pretty good too but it's a little fuzzy, that could have to do with my antenna though. Great radio for the price.
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I am also ham and also remain shortwave listener. Question was on propagation conditions. A year ago they were excellent, and I expected (!) they would stay that way. No such luck. Conclusion: Given decent propagation, whole PL-600 series will do an excellent job. Only solution with volatile sunspot activity is not monitoring daily, all the bands and morning, noon afternoon and evening. That way you will get an idea of the patterns of reception that are beginning to be perceptible.Further conclusion: Given a decent chance, PL-660 is excellent to outstanding radio. I am now researching to decide between regular and SSB radio. SSB incoming or not is further indicator of propagation thanks to hams. I am also ham and also remain shortwave listener. Question was on propagation conditions. A year ago they were excellent, and I expected (!) they would stay that way. No such luck. Conclusion: Given decent propagation, whole PL-600 series will do an excellent job. Only solution with volatile sunspot activity is not monitoring daily, all the bands and morning, noon afternoon and evening. That way you will get an idea of the patterns of reception that are beginning to be perceptible.Further conclusion: Given a decent chance, PL-660 is excellent to outstanding radio. I am now researching to... » Read More I am also ham and also remain shortwave listener. Question was on propagation conditions. A year ago they were excellent, and I expected (!) they would stay that way. No such luck. Conclusion: Given decent propagation, whole PL-600 series will do an excellent job. Only solution with volatile sunspot activity is not monitoring daily, all the bands and morning, noon afternoon and evening. That way you will get an idea of the patterns of reception that are beginning to be perceptible.Further conclusion: Given a decent chance, PL-660 is excellent to outstanding radio. I am now researching to decide between regular and SSB radio. SSB incoming or not is further indicator of propagation thanks to hams. « Show Less