This question is directed mainly towards the Antenna, is it Weather proof outdoor or is it an Interior Antenna..?
2062025
I think it is best to treat it as an indoor antenna. The main skin/coating of the antenna is a contiguous piece of plastic down to the bottom of the base, but the base is not sealed. Since it is not apparently designed to be weatherproof, I would suspect the antenna coating and the wire would not be UV-resistant either.
2062026
It is an interior antenna. It was intended to improve reception by relocating the antenna to a more optimum location for connectivity, i.e., to get around file cabinets, steel desks, furnishing blocking the signal, etc.
2062027
It is really an inside antenna with no adhesive or magnetic mount. I have been using it outside for 2 months with no problems. you just have to make sure its tied down upright. That being said, there are outside antennas available thatcan be connected to the connector on the PC board which have significantly more gain than the supplied antenna and are more easily mounted. The wifi adapter is easy to set up and works well. It may do what you need. My router is about 150 feet away and I haven't had any dropouts at -84dbm signal strength.
2062028
I'm not aware of anyone using an antenna designed for a Wifi card attached to a Desktop being used outdoors for any reason, I would ask why someone would want to expose a desktop Wifi antenna to weather of any kind, especially weather involving static? I believe this question answers itself.... then again, perhaps using for it purposes other than it's original intent is at play..........
1537209
It's a small wire antenna. I live out but seem to get good reception whenever I use it and the sounds is good hope this helps
2283435
It needs an antenna regardless? There is no internal one? Is it ok to leave the small antenna inside the vehicle? Like in the trunk or glove box?
50375
This antenna will rust. Even though it is advertised as outdoor, it will not last if you mount it outside. The rust greatly reduces it's reception.
787448
Cold weather yes, water proof not sure, I mounted mine on the inside of vehicle.
1300207
at antennaweb (org) I determined I needed a small multi-directional antenna. I got this with my dvr+ and tried it inside and it worked for most of the channels but then I placed it outside under the eave (8' away) and have rarely had a problem. you can also read about antennas at the fcc (gov) site.
1718645
I actually spoke to My cellular phone carrier prior to purchasing this unit and they told me it's an indoor unit no parts of it should be outdoors it's an indoor antenna so the elements will effect and probably have damaged your unit.
918157
Yes this is an indoor antenna. I have very good reception with it and I would recommend it.
1569183
No, it can remain inside. If this does not work, the antenna is just a small gauge wire that will fit in the door gap to be outside.
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hey James, I am assuming it can be used outdoors as that is where I mounted mine. I mounted it right on the antenna pole and wrapped it with electrical tape to keep connections dry.It gets pretty cold here in NY, so by next year I'll know for sure, LOL.But I don't see why it shouldn't work in cold or hot weather, I hope this helps!PS It made it through the summer although this wasn't a very hot summer this season.
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Looking at the antenna, it's clearly designed to be 'indoors'. I guess it would work outside for a while, but longer term it might corrode - or the plastic may deteriorate.A more serious issue about putting it outdoors is the cable length - only a meter, so it might not reach the module.I bought some adapters to take the fitting to a BNC, and purchased an outdoor antenna on a long cable, but was many times the cost of the original unit.ALSO: If you are putting the module on a long (eg 4 meter) USB cable, use a high quality cable to avoid voltage drops on the cable, particularly if using the module with a baby computer like a Raspberry Pi. Looking at the antenna, it's clearly designed to be 'indoors'. I guess it would work outside for a while, but longer term it might corrode - or the plastic may deteriorate.A more serious issue about putting it outdoors is the cable length - only a meter, so it might not reach the module.I bought some adapters to take the fitting to a BNC, and purchased an outdoor antenna on a long cable, but was many times the cost of the original unit.ALSO: If you are putting the module on a long (eg 4 meter) USB cable, use a high quality cable to avoid voltage drops on the cable,... » Read More Looking at the antenna, it's clearly designed to be 'indoors'. I guess it would work outside for a while, but longer term it might corrode - or the plastic may deteriorate.A more serious issue about putting it outdoors is the cable length - only a meter, so it might not reach the module.I bought some adapters to take the fitting to a BNC, and purchased an outdoor antenna on a long cable, but was many times the cost of the original unit.ALSO: If you are putting the module on a long (eg 4 meter) USB cable, use a high quality cable to avoid voltage drops on the cable, particularly if using the module with a baby computer like a Raspberry Pi. « Show Less
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Personally I used inside but works of for the garages sensors. I will say you can place it outside but must be away from rain. What I did recommend you for operation ranges make test before you decide where to place it.
1304091
About being weather proof, I don't know I have in mounted inside. The cables are about 5 ft.
679108
With a normal installation the electronics (battery, circuit boards) are located on the interior side of the door and out of the weather. The keypad is outside. I have two installs on exterior doors that get wet when it rains. After almost 3 years of rain, shine, snow, wind, 0F - 85F, no problems or malfunction with either install. So, I would say they are weather proof. Someone else will have to comment on whether or not they are Hurricane-proof or -40F proof.
2239667
The antenna will be fine in wind if you mount it properly. Don't secure it you might have a problem.
1528881
NO. there are no rubber gaskets protecting it and the wire going to the base portion is not an outdoor grade cable and will crack and wear under outdoor conditions. Its an Indoor Antenna only. I am sure there are some mods that can be done to make it an outdoor antenna but the pain and time and effort to do so will end up costing more than a real outdoor antenna. So no the antenna is not weatherproof, hurricane proof, desert or tornado proof.
1860188
One end of the coax is fastened to the antenna on the exterior of the RV. You need to use a coax that is weather resistant.