What is range for AM broadcast? I live in mountains 150 miles from Denver.
1139327
It depends...mountains can make reception tough.....best chance of reception later at night...the RCA will pick up a signal if it exists so you can be assured if you get no reception it is because there is no signal...you certainly may wish to use an external antenna...Best of luck and have fun with this radio
1139328
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.
1139329
I can say it will do it, but you could hook up an external antenna to the back, which would definitely help. I bought one for my Mom, who lives about 75 miles from New York City, and it worked o.k. for her, but on a powerful station, WCBS. You could also look into getting an antenna booster system. C. Crane sells a "Twin Ferrite AM Antenna system. The way it works is that you mount a Ferrite antenna outdoors, somewhere where you can get a good signal, like up high, not near any obstructions, etc. A coaxial wire brings that signal into the house [you need to make a small hole], and then there is a receiver sections that you can tune to the one station that you want to receive, and the receiver has an antenna that rebroadcasts the signal from that station amplified. I looked into hooking that system up to get some weak AM stations, but haven't gotten around to it yet. The reviews for it are very encouraging. Living in the mountains might make getting your stations difficult, and also it depends on whether you listen day or night. Usually the signals travel longer at night, but the stations also cut back on their power in order not to interfere with each other. I am sorry that I can't give you a definite answer. One thought is, if there is a Ham Radio club in the area, try connecting with them. They usually have a good idea. Last thought is internet radio or Satellite radio like Serius. That is what my kids finally did when they couldn't get the AM and FM stations they wanted, even though it costs them.
1920977
We have had no problem with either AM or FM reception and listen to the radio as often as the CD player. We do live in a rural area on top of a hill, but the nearest station is about 17 miles away, and we have no problems receiving it.
1985736
You can check their website for the specs...I think the one we have has a range of 60 - 75 miles, if my memory serves me. https://www.antennasdirect.com/store/ClearStream-4-Ultra-Long-Range-Outdoor-DTV-Antenna.html
1195684
Well I can't really answer that as I'm in Alaska. We have a radio antenna of the local am public radio station about 300 feet away and I have trouble getting that in until after 10 am for some unknown reason. I only get a few other stations here in this part of Alaska. It's really a lovely radio with good sound but I'm not located in a spot to tell you more sorry.
2035513
Not really sure. I have a lot of tall trees around me, but I'm not in the mountains just the woods. The closest city to me where I get most of the stations from is probable 40 miles away.
99783
I live in a city where broadcast is less than 20 miles. You may need an outdoor antenna...
2022045
The advertise range is 60 miles. I get good (line of site) reception from stations that are about 45 miles away
1260854
the height may vary depending on how far away the transmitting towers are for optimum reception. At my hose the antenna is 15 ft. and the transmitting towers are 20 miles away. If you have the capability try different heights and see if there is any change. The way the signal broadcasts 15ft should be more than enough.
1031118
Yes. I get channels from 180 miles away. About 150 air miles. Best antenna on the market.
1985737
As with all TV antennas, the range depends on the terrain and other obstacles between your antenna and the tower. If your antenna is mounted lower and you're in a valley the range will be less, perhaps 20 miles or less. If your antenna is mounted higher and the terrain is flat the range will be much more, perhaps as much as 70 miles. Antennas mounted outside usually work better because inside the house about half the signal may be lost passing through walls or roofing materials. This FCC web site will give you a pretty good idea of the reception at your address. http://transition.fcc.gov/mb/engineering/dtvmaps/ As with all TV antennas, the range depends on the terrain and other obstacles between your antenna and the tower. If your antenna is mounted lower and you're in a valley the range will be less, perhaps 20 miles or less. If your antenna is mounted higher and the terrain is flat the range will be much more, perhaps as much as 70 miles. Antennas mounted outside usually work better because inside the house about half the signal may be lost passing through walls or roofing materials. This FCC web site will give you a pretty good idea of the reception at your address.... » Read More As with all TV antennas, the range depends on the terrain and other obstacles between your antenna and the tower. If your antenna is mounted lower and you're in a valley the range will be less, perhaps 20 miles or less. If your antenna is mounted higher and the terrain is flat the range will be much more, perhaps as much as 70 miles. Antennas mounted outside usually work better because inside the house about half the signal may be lost passing through walls or roofing materials. This FCC web site will give you a pretty good idea of the reception at your address. http://transition.fcc.gov/mb/engineering/dtvmaps/ « Show Less
2230465
Range is at least 25 - 30 feet. Don't know what frequency it broadcasts on.
977612
Yes, it is very misleading. Radio frequencies work best on line of sight, so as long as there is nothing blocking such as buildings or high hills, 30 miles is quite possible if you have the elevation and no interference from buildings or other obstructions. Buyer beware. Regards Brian
1353280
TV signals are more or less transmitted via line of sight. Reception distance will depend on the elevation of the transmission tower and the receiver and any buildings, hills, etc, in between. I was able to pull in signals from Oakland to Millbrae, CA.
55862
I was too far away to get any stations more than 30 miles or so. It really all depends on your geography. I'm in the mountains, way too many trees for an indoor antennae.
502535
This is a mid-range antenna, not a long range. And, I'm in a reception "hole" since broadcast went digital. When broadcast was analog, I could receive Dayton channels, sixty plus miles away. I could not receive even the strongest station with this antenna; but I can receive the Public channel, Bowling Green , which is slightly further away in the opposite direction. I'm not familiar with the antenna to which you referred in your query. If it works well for you, let me know.
203599
It doesnt really matter what you live in, what matters most is how far away or what terrain is in between your broadcast stations. I live about 30 miles away from the local stations and I am happy with the antenna. (also a mobile home)
1204778
No idea as my location in the mountains has very poor reception and I am a technology dummy