The RT-66U has "Beam Packaging". Using non-standard antenna configuration may not be a good idea. Eh?
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Doug I never did the research , um i'll get back to you on that one.And thanks,although my coverage seems improved.
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It should work great since beam forming is merely constructive phase alignment it should function regardless of the antenna config as long as directional antennas were pointed in the same basic direction. I would expect a big gain at 1 antenna and more gains if the antennas are all pointed the same direction. The problem would be if you used forming with multiple antennas pointed different directions you would see much less gain and maybe even signal degradation.The Wikipedia article is really pretty good on this if you are already familiar with phase array interference and amplification. It should work great since beam forming is merely constructive phase alignment it should function regardless of the antenna config as long as directional antennas were pointed in the same basic direction. I would expect a big gain at 1 antenna and more gains if the antennas are all pointed the same direction. The problem would be if you used forming with multiple antennas pointed different directions you would see much less gain and maybe even signal degradation.The Wikipedia article is really pretty good on this if you are already familiar with phase array interference and... » Read More It should work great since beam forming is merely constructive phase alignment it should function regardless of the antenna config as long as directional antennas were pointed in the same basic direction. I would expect a big gain at 1 antenna and more gains if the antennas are all pointed the same direction. The problem would be if you used forming with multiple antennas pointed different directions you would see much less gain and maybe even signal degradation.The Wikipedia article is really pretty good on this if you are already familiar with phase array interference and amplification. « Show Less
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I think it means it increases the signal strength to your clients where possible using the existing antenna, see Optimised & Reliable Wireless coverage section diagrams it will explain. https://www.asus.com/Networking/RTAC66U/Getting this antenna just allows you to direct the signal reception to one area all the time.
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Beam forming only works on 5GHz bands anyway. It would have no effect on 2.4GHz. So even without doing research, I'd say the antenna is a great investment.
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It made a difference in better coverage (stronger wi fi signal) throughout my house when added to my router.
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You're a victim of marketing. "Beam Packaging" is nothing more than adjusting the wattage between antennas that be experiencing stronger throughput with a particular MAC aqddress (the WiFi card's VIN) but you're still losing power to three antenna's improperly positioned and bleeding RF into the other.Screw the "beam packaging" with REALITY gains and remove the center antenna, lay one of the edge antennas horizontally, the other one vertically and measure the DB using WireShark or another authoratative tool and you'll see measurable gains.You'll have enough time and better WiFi to sit in your LazyBoy chair eating your Guys chips drinking DietCoke while wrinkling your iZod panties. You're a victim of marketing. "Beam Packaging" is nothing more than adjusting the wattage between antennas that be experiencing stronger throughput with a particular MAC aqddress (the WiFi card's VIN) but you're still losing power to three antenna's improperly positioned and bleeding RF into the other.Screw the "beam packaging" with REALITY gains and remove the center antenna, lay one of the edge antennas horizontally, the other one vertically and measure the DB using WireShark or another authoratative tool and you'll see measurable gains.You'll have... » Read More You're a victim of marketing. "Beam Packaging" is nothing more than adjusting the wattage between antennas that be experiencing stronger throughput with a particular MAC aqddress (the WiFi card's VIN) but you're still losing power to three antenna's improperly positioned and bleeding RF into the other.Screw the "beam packaging" with REALITY gains and remove the center antenna, lay one of the edge antennas horizontally, the other one vertically and measure the DB using WireShark or another authoratative tool and you'll see measurable gains.You'll have enough time and better WiFi to sit in your LazyBoy chair eating your Guys chips drinking DietCoke while wrinkling your iZod panties. « Show Less
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I actually returned this one for that reason and got the one for the RT. I will be adding a Corbin Trunkbox soon which will take up some of the slack at the rear but it is working just fine with the antenna now.
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I agree with everything George said. There's a lot of device setup you need to do before it'll work, and you want to do your setup in one room and make sure it's all good before moving the antennas into the final position. And definitely call their tech support. They were very helpful.
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You might want to investigate the Holland uvsj vhf / UHF combiner separator. These provide isolation between the antennas systems. Read the pdf on their web site.
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every area has different characteristics, and RF interference, my signals are making it over 50 miles and sharp, if the broadcast towers are unobstructed between you and them, i.e. on top of tall buildings it shouldn't be a problem, there are online resources to give you estimated channel reception, take what it says and the Mohu should out perform that substantially
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It could be done. First try to use a simple piece of stiff wire, like a brazing rod or a bicycle wheel spoke. If you can get that to contact a place in the center of where the metal antenna normally goes, then you could figure a way to make this work. Replacement antennas similar to the original one are available for about the same price as this unit...or make your own with wire.
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The unit has a telescopic antenna as an attachment. I don't think you can attach a separate one of your own, though.
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Hi RAS: It's been over a year since I installed mine, but I vaguely remember a similar concern. As I remember, I also expected a tight fit like a sleeve over the antenna fitting, but then I realized that the U-bolts are what really holds the two parts together (via the bracket, which is firmly attached to the antenna). Just don't overtighten them (you'll start to see the pipe collapsing).
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Jim--No, it's not a kit and pretty much works right out of the box. Some want to attach a different antenna to the transmitter and they often get the type of connector wrong. By the way, the unit works just fine with the included antenna.
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I used the booster and antennae on my Northern Lite truck camper. I wanted an antennae that I could fold down flat against the roof (so it would not catch on overhanging branches, etc....) if I go boon-docking/off road camping. I purchased the marine antennae and mounted it. To the best of my knowledge, the trucker antennae has a fixed base that is spring loaded (this would not meet my needs for off roading).
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I'm not sure, but the LXT radios I looked at don't have removable antennas, if it's a FRS family radio, they do not have removable antennas per FCC rule.
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The manual does not mention that option.http://www.antennasdirect.com/cmss_files/attachmentlibrary/pdf/CSM1_XG_QS_FINAL_20130506.pdf
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Good question. I tried a Yagi-Uda antenna that was supposed to work but I can't see that it did. So if you come across the same source material I did, be skeptical.
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Verify the antenna connections, it may need adapters, otherwise it's universal. The iSimple website can help.
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Hi Railson....I do not understand your question, "Higher gain antennas recommendations ?"....could you please clarify. Thank you Chris
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Thanks for the feedback Frank, I appreciate it.So in theory, the monitor should be able to get OTA signals, but possibly due to weak signal reach, it won't, hence the need for an antenna... Makes sense.
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You'd have to try it, but I doubt it. You'll probably have to use two antennas hooked together.