could the antenna be replaced with a longer one by the consumer
1124102
You wouldn't replace the antenna internally, taking this radio apart. You are better off extending it fully and taking the little screw out of the pivot point by the base, taking care not to push it into the radio body thereby ruining your day and forcing a disassembly. At that point you can fit a taller antenna into the base, assuming the width of the spade is the same as the old one. However, if you put a longer antenna on you'll probably have some extending out of the body which is asking for trouble. My advice is leave it alone. If you must have more length just fashion a wire with an alligator clip at one end and clip it to the extended antenna. The stock antenna is fine for this unit. You wouldn't replace the antenna internally, taking this radio apart. You are better off extending it fully and taking the little screw out of the pivot point by the base, taking care not to push it into the radio body thereby ruining your day and forcing a disassembly. At that point you can fit a taller antenna into the base, assuming the width of the spade is the same as the old one. However, if you put a longer antenna on you'll probably have some extending out of the body which is asking for trouble. My advice is leave it alone. If you must have more length just fashion a wire with an... » Read More You wouldn't replace the antenna internally, taking this radio apart. You are better off extending it fully and taking the little screw out of the pivot point by the base, taking care not to push it into the radio body thereby ruining your day and forcing a disassembly. At that point you can fit a taller antenna into the base, assuming the width of the spade is the same as the old one. However, if you put a longer antenna on you'll probably have some extending out of the body which is asking for trouble. My advice is leave it alone. If you must have more length just fashion a wire with an alligator clip at one end and clip it to the extended antenna. The stock antenna is fine for this unit. « Show Less
1124103
Probably. Remember those boom boxes in the 80's & 90's with the cheap telescoping antenna? That's what it has. But you'll need a special wrench to open the case. It's like a triangle socket or something. After 2 1/2 yrs mine is trash. Won't hold a charge. Won't even turn on while cranking it in the sunlight.
1124104
You wouldn't replace the antenna internally, taking this radio apart. You are better off extending it fully and taking the little screw out of the pivot point by the base, taking care not to push it into the radio body thereby ruining your day and forcing a disassembly. At that point you can fit a taller antenna into the base, assuming the width of the spade is the same as the old one. However, if you put a longer antenna on you'll probably have some extending out of the body which is asking for trouble. My advice is leave it alone. If you must have more length just fashion a wire with an alligator clip at one end and clip it to the extended antenna. The stock antenna is fine for this unit.
1124105
doubt it, this is a piece of junk, do not waste your money. It stopped working except for the flashlight after about 3 months.
1718875
if i need longer range. can i replace the antenna on the receiver? and what is the size of the antenna fitting ? thanks. ray
674927
Yes, there are different lengths available. The old and new style would take a slightly different buffer.
1290630
It could, but need to install omni directional antenna inside. And the performance might be worse than the original design.
324041
yes you can use a different cable longer or shorter etc. I have had no problem switching it up.
232482
Yes, but drilled hole on new antenna was off hole on radio, so had to remove sm. part on radio to accommodate new atenna. Keep all old parts for any adaptation needed...
1380510
Possibly... the antenna can be mounted with the mag-mount base (comes with the kit)and you'd need a longer cable to extend the short one on the base--the connector type is called SMA. You may be able to find a long range antenna for the Alpha and a clamp-type mount that would make it easy to put the antenna anywhere...(the Alpha stays inside while the cable (coaxial) goes from the card to the antenna outside)
279497
I have used the antenna as supplied and a "better" one. The hardware expects to see the signal coming from the little line amplifier that is supplied with it. Upgrading to a "better" antenna will be successful only if that line amplifier is left in place and the replacement antenna is routed through it. With the antenna supplied with the AVerTV system, I could pick up all but one of the local stations plus those from 50 miles away. With the upgrade, I could pick up the missing local channel that was blocked by the high-rise building in which I was living. Try out the "blade" antennas such as the LEAF that can be hung on the wall, placed in a window frame,
1520527
No it is not. It has a permanent cable that goes into the bottom of the device and if damaged, the entire antenna will need to be replaced. The cable is smaller around than the cable that was on the antenna I replaced.
1347296
You could if you know how to attach a new PL259 coax connector...that is problem one...problem two is that sometimes the length of the cable is actually part of the antenna design so it may not work quite as well...my suggestion is to just roll it up neatly and tape or tie tag it...
425855
NO, the only way to extend the metal cable would be to replace it with a new one. Bear in mind that replacing the cable covering with a new longer one will give you less working length for your wiring -most likely causing you to have to replace the wiring as well. At that point your cost of wiring and cable cover, combined with your TIME cost would IMHO negate any advantage to purchasing this unit -you may want to look into something like the Q310 or a custom built box.
851911
I have wondered if it is possible for a technician to change to a longer cable. Also my Lightening Bug doesn't have a cable to fit Sony and wondered if a technician could change an end.
938302
Go to www.xm-radio-satellite.com and purchase a Sirius XM Radio Universal Antenna Extension. They have several different lengths.
685963
I'm pretty sure you could if it has the same adapter the antenna plug in spot is about 2 cm from one side to the other crossing the center
594883
Hi, Yes, the antenna is replaceable, just unscrews. I feel the factory 6" antenna has acceptable gain, but I guess this is personal preference.Bob
1274573
You need to look for the main web site and ask them if they have longer cable.
1017078
Yes there is. It is about 17" long and it really makes a difference. I have one. I also don't know the name of it, but it is worth cost. Range is greatly improved.