First off, Hi. :lol: I usually hang out in the KY forum because that's where I am. Anyways.. here's the dilemma I am in.
I live in a neighborhood in eastern Louisville that will not allow any type of mast to be erected. (or anything be constructed without permission for that matter) I have spoken to the guys at Scanner Master regarding putting an antenna in my attic, but I still have a few questions. First, I will show you what they sent me...
The antenna will likely be hooked up to a GRE base model digital scanner (PSR-600) and will be working mostly with the new MetroSafe system about to me put into place by Metro Louisville. It's a P25 system. I currently use a PRO-2051 and a antenna similar to this one by Radio Shack. It is currently on top of a desk next to a window and it works "okay"... but I know once the switch to digital occurs, I will need more.
Now... my questions.
Thanks so much.
Cody, wx4svr
I live in a neighborhood in eastern Louisville that will not allow any type of mast to be erected. (or anything be constructed without permission for that matter) I have spoken to the guys at Scanner Master regarding putting an antenna in my attic, but I still have a few questions. First, I will show you what they sent me...
WBV-40 Discone Base Antenna
WBD-40 Discone Base Antenna
WBV-60 Wideband Base Antenna
WBV-60 Wideband Base Antenna
DD1300 Double Discone Base Antenna
DD1300 Double Discone Base Antenna
Ferret 8 Band Base Antenna
Ferret 8 Band Base Antenna
Coax would be needed for the antennas above:
> LMR-400 Coax Cable, 25’ with N Male & BNC Male
> LMR-400 Coax Cable, 50’ with N Male & BNC Male
> LMR-400 Coax Cable, 75’ with N Male & BNC Male
> LMR-400 Coax Cable, 100’ with N Male & BNC Male
Indoor Base Antennas
Not able to put a antenna on the outside of your home check out this one…
> WAN-97A Active Nomad Base Antenna (powered with 4 AA batteries)
I have tested this antenna and it works very well indoors!
The antenna will likely be hooked up to a GRE base model digital scanner (PSR-600) and will be working mostly with the new MetroSafe system about to me put into place by Metro Louisville. It's a P25 system. I currently use a PRO-2051 and a antenna similar to this one by Radio Shack. It is currently on top of a desk next to a window and it works "okay"... but I know once the switch to digital occurs, I will need more.
Now... my questions.
- The antenna will need to be able to pick up signals from about 30 miles away. Which would you suggest? (Remember.. it's going in an attic)
- How would you mount an antenna in an attic?
- Should I worry about interference from the roof or shingles? (I've never put an antenna in the roof before)
- Could I mount the antenna in the horizontal orientation instead of vertical? ( --- instead of | )
Thanks so much.
Cody, wx4svr