Can this antenna be used indoors in a house too? Or is this just for marine /auto applications? Thank you!
1691151
The connector only allows for auto/marine application. Also, this antenna more expensive than any FM loop antenna.
1691152
I wouldn't recommend for you to use it inside. It doesn't do well out on the open water so I highly doubt it will do any good inside. It has a lot of static on stations that should be crystal clear.
1140475
Mine doesn't work very well and I am planning on trying a different brand/type. If someone recommended an outdoor type of antenna, this may not work as it's an "Indoor" model.
113534
Trial and error would be your best bet. If you have a previous cable provider you can connect the antenna in to the input and send the signal throughout your home of course that would mean mounting it outside. I did this and it worked great.
1086165
I use this antenna for my flat screen tv on my boat in San Francisco Bay, and it works really good. I don't ahve it hooked up for FM radio , so I don't know about that. Isn't VHF the old type of TV broadcast signal over the air? I think most areas now broadcast a digital signal for HD ( High Definition ).
2107875
I do use it just for my home. I simply put the antenna on the window sill that provided the best signal. It is working quite well. (One bar improves to 4 bars almost always)
2257839
It depends on what you mean by indoor. I installed mine in our attic and it worked perfectly fine. A piece of advice on installation...if you don't have the proper equipment, you can use a small television to tune in the stations. if you are not good with general direction where you cannot see the sun, I would recommend the use of a compass.
2045526
It will perform marginally better than the little set-top antenna provided with a scanner if you place it in a window, but it's actually designed to be used on a vehicle which provides a ground plane for better reception. I didn't find noticeable improvement in signal reception using it inside at 800 mHz. It makes a big difference on top of a vehicle, as opposed to using a rubber-ducky on a handheld inside.These antennas are becoming harder and harder to find. My opinion is to buy one when you find it.
928920
Yes, this can be used with your antenna. That's how mine is used. It should be connected between the antenna lead and the cable leading into your house. Mount it securely to the outside of your house (2 screws do the trick)...I mounted mine to the soffitt, then run a copper wire (about 8 or 10 guage) down to a grounding rod ( I drilled a hole through a 10" galvanized spike and used that as my ground rod, you could also use a short section of rebar). You are then good to go.
1349875
The antenna uses a standard BNC connector so it could be changed out but I'd be careful as the wrong antenna could possibly damage the transmitter as some antennas are designed for receive only. I can say that the supplied ant on low power inside a house will easily transmit 1/4 mile so be careful as it is actually illegal to use due to power, but works great
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Probably not, unless you've added a 5Ghz radio to it. Also not sure this is what you're looking for, it's not a general use or 'home' access point. The antenna is very directional, and would be good to connect with an existing, far away 5Ghz network. Not so good to put in your house. Try looking at Ubiquiti Unifi or Picostation for home use.
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Yes I have installed three of them in a marine environment. The rudimentary problem is with the coaxial connection. It is faulty. As a marine engineer I find it sub standard. I believe, without going into my shop, the diameter is 13.125 inches (13 and an eighth). I believe it is functional but do your self a favor and replace the coaxial connector! You can get the tools and parts at any big box store fore cheap money without that fix it will be undependable.
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Yes, considering its size it does a very good job but placement is very important as is true of all indoor antennas. Attach additional coax cable and move it around in the room. In one location in a room I found it even did a good job on VHF channels 7-13 where most indoor antennas fail. Considering the price and size it does a very good job bringing all local channels at a distance of 25 airline miles.
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The unit is physically able to transmit on those frequencies, although it could take some time to figure out how. It is not type accepted for that use. The unit is designed to be used by licensed radio amateurs and other use would technically be illegal. My suggestion would be to buy a radio designed for the use it will be put to. There are a lot of reasonably priced marine vhf radios available on sites like like EBay.
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Yes..the antenna can be used indoor..the antenna is primarily for outdoor purposes though..of course you would have to purchase the correct cable if you are using a wifi adapter that has a rp sma reciever...you wouldn't find much of difference with this antenna as compared to a typical 9dbi indoor omni directional antenna...i have tried this antenna indoor for a while.. the same result i achieved with all my other indoor omni directional antennas....next problem include fixing it to the wall with the correct accessories since the antenna is pretty long. have a go with it IF YOU WANT TO EXPERIMENT and see how it works! Yes..the antenna can be used indoor..the antenna is primarily for outdoor purposes though..of course you would have to purchase the correct cable if you are using a wifi adapter that has a rp sma reciever...you wouldn't find much of difference with this antenna as compared to a typical 9dbi indoor omni directional antenna...i have tried this antenna indoor for a while.. the same result i achieved with all my other indoor omni directional antennas....next problem include fixing it to the wall with the correct accessories since the antenna is pretty long. have a go with it IF YOU WANT TO... » Read More Yes..the antenna can be used indoor..the antenna is primarily for outdoor purposes though..of course you would have to purchase the correct cable if you are using a wifi adapter that has a rp sma reciever...you wouldn't find much of difference with this antenna as compared to a typical 9dbi indoor omni directional antenna...i have tried this antenna indoor for a while.. the same result i achieved with all my other indoor omni directional antennas....next problem include fixing it to the wall with the correct accessories since the antenna is pretty long. have a go with it IF YOU WANT TO EXPERIMENT and see how it works! « Show Less
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This was designed for cable signals. For indoor antenna, I recommend trying a different antenna all together instead of a signal booster. A booster will not improve an over the air signal that is poor due to obstacles.
1358799
Answer is yes ... I use on sail boat with digital antenna and pull in all local stations (analog and digital). Also used with cable. Good picture good sound.
562764
It's reception is pretty sensitive to location and weather. I've only used it inside a house but I have to move the antenna each day to get the best reception so I have my doubts about how it would react if you're moving. I did not have any trouble when I brought it to a restaurant. Good luck!