can an exterior antena be used?
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Youd probably not need it, but if you had to you could strip the ends of some wires and attach them to the metal hinge and it would expand the antenna to the rest of the wire, reception will depend on how big the wire is.
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There is an antenna on the radio. So im knot sure how you would hook up a different one
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I thought that mine would need an Exterior Antenna, in my All Metal Garage/Shop. To my amazement,, I touched the Lead's from my Exterior Antenna to the Antenna on the Radio,, and it made absolutely No Difference in Reception, Even with all the Door's Closed!!! I don't know how they accomplished that Feat,, but in the Store,, this Radio and the DC015(Dewalt's Latest Radio), had the Best Reception. Listen to the Radio in Lowe's or Home Depot; cause their Building's are usually metal,, so the radio that give's the best reception,, will likely be the best one to get,, if you listen to FM/AM,, which I do. I thought that mine would need an Exterior Antenna, in my All Metal Garage/Shop. To my amazement,, I touched the Lead's from my Exterior Antenna to the Antenna on the Radio,, and it made absolutely No Difference in Reception, Even with all the Door's Closed!!! I don't know how they accomplished that Feat,, but in the Store,, this Radio and the DC015(Dewalt's Latest Radio), had the Best Reception. Listen to the Radio in Lowe's or Home Depot; cause their Building's are usually metal,, so the radio that give's the best reception,, will likely be the best one to get,, if you listen to FM/AM,,... » Read More I thought that mine would need an Exterior Antenna, in my All Metal Garage/Shop. To my amazement,, I touched the Lead's from my Exterior Antenna to the Antenna on the Radio,, and it made absolutely No Difference in Reception, Even with all the Door's Closed!!! I don't know how they accomplished that Feat,, but in the Store,, this Radio and the DC015(Dewalt's Latest Radio), had the Best Reception. Listen to the Radio in Lowe's or Home Depot; cause their Building's are usually metal,, so the radio that give's the best reception,, will likely be the best one to get,, if you listen to FM/AM,, which I do. « Show Less
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It can be used in an exterior location. I would recommend sealing the Pl 259 connector from moisture.
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We have only used this in interior applications although it is very strong so it may work in an exterior application as well.
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No, I wouldn't recommend it. I thought I had a strong, direct signal outdoors and am disappointed with my reception. I haven't reached a final decision yet, but have purchased a powered signal amplifier. I live in an apartment and bought this antenna because it could be mounted discretely outdoors. It's certainly good looking.
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I had that happen and found the antena had come loose on back of radio. Had to spread out the tabs on the plug to make it hold tighter. Normal vibration caused it.
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Hi Gary, I think Renaissance was would not be a good choice for an outside application. However I would apply a coat of clear polyurathane to the copper fence post covers.
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I'm not sure where you live, I myself live in New York City and live in an apartment building and I have a great TV signal/reception with this antena and actually bought two of this one in my bedroom and one in my living room, If you live in a house you have the option of installing outside and base on all the review I read prior my purchase. You can contact HD directly his name is Josh tell him I said so. Good luck!!
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It would probably interfere with casting from the front of the boat. And the mount might take up too much room in the front. Other than that I don't see why you can"t use it.
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A directional external antenna mounted outdoors away from trees and obstructions would help if you are trying to receive Denver stations. I would avoid purchasing an external amplifier for the antenna, as it would likely only increase noise. You probably want your radio placed near a window as well. Knowing approximately how powerful the individual stations you are trying to pick up would be helpful, as it would give you an idea of how much work you have ahead of you.
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Yes and I recommend that you do. The small antena it comes with is a bit cheap.
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You can use the cable outside, but it's a must that you use protective housing to guard it from the elements.
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I believe you could. I mounted my outside near my deck and ran an electrical cord to it. It works great.
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I asked 1Byone the same question (and about the size of the antenna) and that was their reply: "The 13.3" antenna has a better performance than 8.6" antenna. The amplified antena has a better performace than the passive antenna." The amplified comes with an electrical source that you have to plug and it enhances its performance. You can choose one according to the signal strength in your area.
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@txbob: yes, you can hook up a 75-ohm outside antenna to the WR-3 as long as the antenna has a cable-type connector. Picture here--http://herculodge.typepad.com/herculodge/2010/03/russ-stantons-review-of-the-sangean-wr-3-table-top-radio.html
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Hi, Thise antenas are especifically made to replace a standard Antenna on a router or on PCI cards that are also using the same type of connection. If you want to plug it on a laptop, only of you have a USB wireless card with external antenna. Which are quite rare. It's better to buy directly a USB card coming with a high gain antenna and plug this one on your router. Please note that the gain is substantial.... But sometimes it just makes the difference !
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On the reciver there is a box that the antena runs into. Requires a small Allen wrench to open 2 screws, open the waterproof top of that box and you should have 2 or 3 spots for accessory to plug the quick connector into.
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It will work where ever you put it. If you want to mount it outside where it is exposed to the elements, the company has a exterior magnetic case available.