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Old 02-25-2013, 11:21 AM
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Question 800mhz booster...

Can anybody clue me in on how this thing works? Would it work for a 800mhz TRS? How about conventional VHF or UHF? Anybody have one? Thanks in advance!

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Can anybody clue me in on how this thing works? Would it work for a 800mhz TRS? How about conventional VHF or UHF? Anybody have one? Thanks in advance!

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Extremely NOT reccomended.

This would have the effect of overwelming your 800Mhz reception and swamping
your receiver whenever you get near a cell site or any tower site with 800Mhz
transmitters. Simply getting a better antenna would help your 800Mhz receive
capability much better. A receive preamp should always be your last resort.
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Old 02-25-2013, 11:31 PM
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Rog that- kinda what I was thinking to. I'm thinking of throwing one of these in my work truck though for improved cell coverage. I wouldn't think it would mess with VHF conventional right?
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Many of these Boosters are now banned by the FCC
http://www.fcc.gov/document/use-and-...port-and-order

Only the ones issues/registered by the Carrier are allowed.

Call your Carrier and complain about the coverage. You will need an internet connect to use a Legit one.

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This would have the effect of overwelming your 800Mhz reception and swamping
your receiver whenever you get near a cell site or any tower site with 800Mhz
transmitters. Simply getting a better antenna would help your 800Mhz receive
capability much better. A receive preamp should always be your last resort.
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Old 02-26-2013, 8:11 PM
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This is why I ask you guys before I buy this stuff! Thanks for the info!
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