Does this radio have a connection for a mounted boat antenna to increase distance of transmit?
758635
The antenna on to is the only connection , use an adapter to connect to your coax. This should achieve what your looking to do.
758636
No, it does not. You would need an adaptor to replace the handheld's antenna. If you want capability to connect to a boat antenna, as a professional captain I'd recommend a spare full VHF which will not only connect to the antenna but give 25 watts power vrs 5-6 with a handheld.
758637
yes you can unplug the small antenna and hook up any other vhf antenna in it's place
2192281
No, the radio works great and the volume is loud and clear. I can talk to someone 30 miles away while on the water and its loud and clear.
1757922
If you are talking about a CB or Ham transceiver radio yes. You will need to have the antenna mounted on a mast at least 10 feet or higher off the ground outside on top of the roof and connected to your radio with the proper coax cable. Before transmitting check the SWR (Standing Wave Ratio). Some radios have the SWR meter build in if not you need to borrow or bye one. If your radio is a receive only radio you do not need this type of antenna heck internet for AM outdoor receive antenna.
481960
This radio has a telescoping antenna attached. About 6 inches long that expands to a little over 2 feet. There is no provision to add any other external antenna.
1212893
Yes, it does. But you can try to adjust it for a stronger reception. Sometimes it works better horizontally, when you point it toward the desired station.
1621662
I don't believe it does. Extra plugs would tend to compromise the waterproof feature. You can download the pdf manual for the radio at the Standard Horizon website.
201695
Not that I'm aware of as the unit only comes with an existing lead for relatively short distances, i.e. to a window. For a more permanent installation Wilson offers several powerful amplifiers and these units are capable of being connected to outside/roof top or other antennas with long heavy duty coaxial cable. Just be prepared to spend significantly more money, which I have done also, and also expect significantly improved power and reception.
142718
No it does not. I wouldn't recommend this radio I had a lot of issues receiving any signals and returned this item.
1411907
Yes, it has a face mounted GPS antenna. It can be flush mounted. I have not been off shore with mine, and I do not have it flush mounted. It works great here on Lake Amistad. You will need an external VHF antenna for the radio to work.
1413534
yes you do need a antenna,for vhf the lenth varys depending on what type of boat installed on,wheir to mount,theirs a few varibles so read up on it before purchaseing
1152611
It does. Just unscrew the telescoping antenna and directly connect. We put an amplified on ours. Works great
734829
I doubt if a different antenna will increase range as this is limited primarily by transmitter power and the sending unit antenna is fixed. Perhaps a larger antenna on the receiver might help but I found that distance is primarily limited by obstructions, so if you can mount the receiver outside in line of sight to the sender you can experience maximal range. This antenna has a screw on coaxal type connector approx 1/4 inch diameter - the receiver has the male fitting.
2114941
We have installed on our houseboat for reception while we are out on the water. We are picking up stations - clearly- that we could not get before. I know that doesn't answer your specific question but this works well for the financial investment
723046
Of course. The antenna doesn't care which radio it's connected to. An antenna is designed and built to resonate to particular radio frequencies. This is a CB antenna.
1314163
Yes. The antenna doesn't come with the mount. It is a standard attachment, so it should attach to most antenna mounts. Here is one on amazon: http://www.amazon.com/Style-Marine-Mount-Antenna-Radar/dp/B000S5VBG4/ref=sr_1_2?s=boating-water-sports&ie=UTF8&qid=1404392614&sr=1-2&keywords=marine+antenna+mount
1530617
yes, it needs an antenna and is include in the box with the radio Boss.Regards.
2215349
I don't know because I purchased mine for one of my boats. However, I never mounted it because I connected it to the radio before drilling a hole for installation and found that it made NO DIFFERENCE in reception than the plan wire that came with the radio.