To someone who actually owns this please: can it be set to 87.9? Many home transmitters can even though the printed specs say they can't. Thank you.
1080580
Sorry, 88.0 mHz is as low as it goes. Which is unfortunate because 87.9 is clear in most locations. To find a clear frequency in a given location (by zip code), this web site might help: radio-locator.com/cgi-bin/vacant
1080581
No. I'm tuning it now and when pressing down it skips from 88.0 to 108.0. Changing from US to EU doesn't make a difference.
1080582
If you've got lots of stations operating in your area, check the FCC advice guide, available through the Sirius XM website, to determine the best frequency for your area.
1080583
http://www.siriusxm.com/frequencyHere's the address to determine the best frequency to transmit on.
1080584
I could have sworn the transmitter could be dialed down to 87.1, but the instructions say 88.1. Frankly I live in an area near large cities, and it seems that there are so many FM stations that blast on nearly every channel that it is not usable to me. It's a great little device, easy to use, easy to change channels, easy to change inputs, but unless you plan on being only a few feet(2 or 3 feet) away from it, or are in the country with blank FM places on the dial, I can't recommend it.
198037
Max,I got a new HT via A,azion.com and it came from Radio mart in KY. Just way to many of you are worried about the newest version. My newest version is a 5RA and it has the 2nd to the last firmware.But that means nothing at all. All you need to know is here. http://www.miklor.com/ Please join the list but those guys will just tell you to read up in the files.I like mine,it has a siren,the case is beautiful but it has it's quirks. Guys are downloading software but I did mine manually. Some need WIN XP and others using VISTA need to download an updated driver. PLEASE DO NOT WORRY ABOUT LATEST FIRMWARE as i may only be a restriction on what you can or can't do out of the ham bands. I called this pure junk because it is hard to manually program it and at timed I'm in FREQ mode and it jumps into memory mode. Keep in mind that the mailing list is very,very large and many still do not have a TECH license. Use it as it was intended for and don't try making a queen mary from a canoe. Many are still using the very first unit and have no problems http://www.409shop.com/shop_displaynews.php?id=608&userid=100556 http://groups.yahoo.com/group/baofeng_uv5r/ These links will help BOB AF2Q
1965891
sorry, no idea. i have enuf of a problem getting a signal to the strongest am station in calif. i'm ready to dump this thing on ebay.
969273
Hi, I'm in CT as well, 52 miles from the NYC transmitters. I was curious if you ending up using this antenna. If so, what kind of results have you had? I'm thinking of doing an attic mount but may go rooftop if needed. Where did you mount it? Have you noticed any seasonal issues with it (I'm concerned about when the trees are in bloom)? Thanks
390864
My transmitter is effective for about 1/3 a regular city block. Of course that is my assumption of what your particular "problem" is. My transmitters both work well and are reliable, what exactly are the "problems" you are having? Range, does not work at all, door changes direction inadvertently without any action on your part?
1747657
I've heard that this device has an "easter egg" that if you hold down the last two presets, you'll be able to access 87.7. It has been confirmed by other but I can't say for myself as I haven't purchased one yet. Most likely will. Very Good Reviews everywhere you look.
884951
I've never had a problem with hearing my player on those frequencies but usually keep it on one which works fine. I've had my Transmitter for at least 3 or 4 years and no problem with interference.
1021018
This is NOT going to "tune the antenna" - not at ALL. It will when properly set allow the transmitter to see a good "swr" and thus put out full (or nearly) power. The antenna will still be the same as before using this little gem; the swr will be as before but the transmitter will be as happy as a pig in poop. The ONLY way to "tune the antenna: is to actually TUNE THE ANTENNA! Period! End O' discussion.
1589211
Frequencies may be set manually by number.....setting 98.5 is done just like setting 99.0 or 91.4......push buttons.......
809380
Perhaps. I'm about to try that myself. The biggest issue is to check to see where your digital signals are coming from. Visit here: https://www.antennasdirect.com/transmitter-locator.html to find out more.
429752
no way of knowing that. There are so many variables. I have purchased this and others and tried them. This one has these specs - Amplifies signals from 54-1000 MHz.20 dB selectable FM trap5-42 MHz 2-way bi-pass at +12 dB gainWeather resistant housing to withstand harsh environmental conditions.Check the channels you are hoping to watch to see if they are in this frequency range.12 db gain is nice. I've found sometimes I get new channels on one TV but not another.Your wiring can change things also.If you are not getting great reception, you can also try upgrading your connector on the end of your cable.Sometimes improving that connection will give you a great signal boost.Good luck and God bless!! no way of knowing that. There are so many variables. I have purchased this and others and tried them. This one has these specs - Amplifies signals from 54-1000 MHz.20 dB selectable FM trap5-42 MHz 2-way bi-pass at +12 dB gainWeather resistant housing to withstand harsh environmental conditions.Check the channels you are hoping to watch to see if they are in this frequency range.12 db gain is nice. I've found sometimes I get new channels on one TV but not another.Your wiring can change things also.If you are not getting great reception, you can... » Read More no way of knowing that. There are so many variables. I have purchased this and others and tried them. This one has these specs - Amplifies signals from 54-1000 MHz.20 dB selectable FM trap5-42 MHz 2-way bi-pass at +12 dB gainWeather resistant housing to withstand harsh environmental conditions.Check the channels you are hoping to watch to see if they are in this frequency range.12 db gain is nice. I've found sometimes I get new channels on one TV but not another.Your wiring can change things also.If you are not getting great reception, you can also try upgrading your connector on the end of your cable.Sometimes improving that connection will give you a great signal boost.Good luck and God bless!! « Show Less
970463
Howdy.I've got a question regarding your experience of recording digital over the air broadcasts with the dr560. Have you been able to program the machine to record stations that are not whole numbers, like 6, 12 and so on? We've got local stations that are sending multiple signals and designating them by adding a hypen and a number, like 13-1, 13-2 and so on. I'm considering buying a dr560 but won't if I can't record these stations. Thanks for your input.
32727
It adjusts below 88 but apparently we have no stations there as all I get is static. And contrary to the reviewer who said his was junk, we are very satisfied with outs.
529586
How close are you to the tansmitters? That could be the problem or you might have just too much interference in the LA area. I'm smack dab in the middle of the Dallas-Ft Worth and the transmitters are about 15 miles to the ESE. You also might try mounting the antenna on a window or different angles from your TV
1219164
My folks have the same problem. AM interference. This unit or any other internet radio (with good reviews) is a good solution. Just make sure you set it up and update to the latest firmware. As long as you visit (and you should, lol) every so often to make sure its working right, it should be fine. Another low tech solution is a crane CC radio, which in my experience has superior AM reception. At my folks the issue was some sort of local interference creating a constant hum so CC radio would not help. All your mom would have to do is select the preset, tell her not to mess with the rest of the functions. If she will place it near her router anyways just hardwire it, and avoid some hassles. However I have this set up on the second floor with a dlink dir 655 in the basement and it works great.
1377340
Mine changes by single numbers, so I get odd and even. (88.2, 88.3, 88.4 and so on) I'm wondering if yours is defective, that doesn't sound right!
573416
Sorry, I didn't keep the packaging, but this is probably avail on their website. For what it's worth, I'm ~50 miles from the transmitters, my antenna is in my second floor attic, and it works great. Not perfect - occasionally I get what presents itself like packet loss, but it's pretty rare. I'm glad I dumped cable. My .02. Good luck.