We were told (by a store that sells electronics) if you have a lot of window's it can break the signal. Has anyone experienced this?
151566
Live in a house with 10 large sky lights, French doors and very large windows. Have never encountered that problem. In the great room there are two 5 foot wide windows and 4 three foot sky lights.
151567
I do not know about the signal. But I do not recommend this headphones because you need to turn the volume up on TV so you hear the sounds and that is the opposite purpose.
151568
I don't know what you call "a lot of Windows", but I used it in a room with one window 5 ft x 6 ft and never experienced any interference. Was well satisfied with range of signal reception and quality. Go for it.
151569
Sounds like you've talked to someone that doesn't understand radio waves. No, windows will not break the signal. If you live in an apartment or close to others using similar devices, you may get interference from their devices. The only way I could see windows "breaking" the signal, would be because of the lack of solid walls with wires and foil insulation, you could get crossover or interference. But that is not a common problem at all. Get them and enjoy the music.
1553740
If you have the room you sure can, thats how i have mine mounted. Im guessing you loose some signal but im close enough to the city that it was noticable for me.
715468
mine works best by the window,just added the wires and my reception was great
2080203
Just yesterday my grandson noticed that he had signal 2 blocks away, driving away. There was a large brick building between us and the house. If you have lath and plaster walls, that might reduce your signal a bit. I'd guess it will work just fine.
407713
In general, near/on the window is best. BUT if you are close to the tv antenna sites (I am 5-6 miles), you can try an interior wall - just retest/scan to see what channels are accessible.The most signal is collected if the flat panel is 'facing' the signal source. Also higher is usually better. Having the antenna flat on a table or window ledge will reduce the signal picked up (which might be OK) - you really have to try in your home.
2168144
I purchased it to install bell ringer on a glass door, but my business is located in a metal (steel ) building and the signal most of the time did not reach the receiver just a short distance a way. Also another reason I thought it would work (I returned it) was that it did not have the range advertised when I tested it outside the building. It was no better than a very much cheaper unit I was trying to replace. I would not recommend it.
2019921
If the unit currently isn't near a window, the external device will help. I have used the external antenna in two locations -- one with the antenna right at the window, and the second with the antenna outside mounted on the side of the building. Both situations were resolved with the external antenna.
736090
Depends on signal strength as the stronger will more or less win out though neither blocks the other. There are times I can hear other music 'behind' mine over my radio. Either someone real close has the same thing or it is bleed over.
1924560
I have mine hanging on the wall next to my TV stand. When I first got it I had it laying on top of the stand. I haven't had too much trouble getting signals. I have a couple stations that pixelate but they did that when I tried the window too so the tower for those stations probably is too far away or something.
200566
I haven't done that, but it should work. If you have electric defroster wires in your rear window, they may reduce the signal strength.
1080524
Per my understanding the antenna is for interior use only. To be mounted on a glass window; receiving the strongest signal.
1779396
I mounted my inside receiver to the jamb of window facing outside unit that I mounted inside of the bird box sold separately. My unit works lide a charm. I do not know about signal going through metal wall . I would not take anything for my unit. I would stilll give it a 5 star. Wife especially loves the Dakota alert she know knows when anyone is coming up drive. Cliff
569143
If you are presently getting a weak signal, I think this would make a stronger signal. If presently no signal, I don't believe it would help. You also need to take into account if router you are trying to get signal from is near a window(which would help), or if there are trees etc, that would interfere with signal.
1300210
I think it depends upon a lot of factors: where the signal originates from, any natural barriers to the signal (buildings, trees, etc) and where you are using the antenna (indoors, outdoors, near a window, etc.). You just need to play with your setup & find that "sweet spot" for placement.
1588587
I do not recommend this product for your business. Since its signal strength is determined by the outlet it is plugged into, any other items plugged in to your electrical outlets between you and the warehouse will affect the signal. I recommend a multi-channel 2 Way radio.
502424
I have not had any problems with the signal from the emitter I have 6 pairs of glass Each pair should pick up the signal from the emitter if you are having problems make sure you glasses are fully charged or your batteries are not low. The emitter put out a signal as far as I know the glasses just pick up the signal. I may be wrong but if any one knows different. I know the internet is different if some one is stealing your signal it drains your speed on your gaming the emitter might be the same
320224
It's true that it interfere with the upward operation of the window. I was able to sand it a little bit to minimize the interference and I also applied a thin coat of silicone on the window channel and the ventshade channel area, this helped a lot.