FreeSCAN question

[Blackink]

Sounds perfect for me... I see a ST2 in my future. May have a problem attaching a pole that long though. Is there a concern with wind I should know about?

I wouldn't worry too much about the wind, unless of course you get really strong wind gusts.
Mine has been through at least 30-40mph gusts with no problems. I'm sure it would handle higher than that if it came to that.

I have a picture here showing the chimney mount with a 10' pole attached to that. The lower element is probably 4'-5' above the metal roof. Doesn't seem to affect the reception in any way. I used the RG6 coax cable that came with it, and again no problems there.

EDIT: Seems the picture doesn't want to upload. I'm not sure what that's all about though!

 

[MrsRodgers]

That sounds pretty good there Blackink. I'll keep all this information in mind for future use....hopefully.

 

[MrsRodgers]

Ok, I know I said that I don't give up easy, but this is insane. I received my new antenna today. Tried to plug it in only to realize it's the same durn antenna as one I already have that won't fit. Apparently they are the correct antennas for my scanner (male connectors) but the scanner needs a female connector....possibly an upgrade or something. This new ant. was purchased from BearcatWarehouse.com and they didn't have one with a female connector that will work. Any suggestions?

 

[KevinC]

Ok, I know I said that I don't give up easy, but this is insane. I received my new antenna today. Tried to plug it in only to realize it's the same durn antenna as one I already have that won't fit. Apparently they are the correct antennas for my scanner (male connectors) but the scanner needs a female connector....possibly an upgrade or something. This new ant. was purchased from BearcatWarehouse.com and they didn't have one with a female connector that will work. Any suggestions?

I may missed it,but what scanner do you have?

And can you post a link to the antenna you bought?

 

[MrsRodgers]

Uniden BCT15X antenna purchased from BearcatWarehouse.com product name: BATG0540001 BNC Antenna

 

[KevinC]

That antenna fits your radio, the antenna has a male connector and the radio a female jack. If I remember correctly it's a tight fit, but that's the correct antenna.

 

[MrsRodgers]

Yes it is suppose to be the correct antenna, but it won't work. You know, the rubber ducky antenna that came with the scanner has a female connection that fits fine.

 

[KevinC]

Yes it is suppose to be the correct antenna, but it won't work. You know, the rubber ducky antenna that came with the scanner has a female connection that fits fine.

Can you take a picture of the back of your radio and post it here?

Something isn't right, that's the correct antenna for the BCT15X...unless it's been modified or has some sort of adapter on it.

 

[MrsRodgers]

It might be a little while, I've never posted a picture before

 

[KevinC]

It might be a little while, I've never posted a picture before

If I can do it anyone can.

 

[KevinC]

Let's do this.

Does your antenna connector on the radio look like this?

 

[MrsRodgers]

Its close, but doesn't have a wire sticking out of the middle

 

[RonnieUSA]

The antenna connector on that radio is very tight fitting, and can be hard to get on, and off.
Just keep trying.
You have to line the notch up just right before it will go on.

 

[MrsRodgers]

Looks like I*'ll have to wait until someone with a phone that can take a picture of it before going forward.

 

[RonnieUSA]

Looks like I*'ll have to wait until someone with a phone that can take a picture of it before going forward.

Your problem is the center pin from the antenna has broken off into your radio, get a small pair of needle nose pliers, and pull it out.
Then attach the new antenna.

 

[MrsRodgers]

Thank you very much Ronnie. The devil pin is out and I'm getting reception. This will end this posting. Thanks everyone else that has tried to help me. Much appreciated

 

[RonnieUSA]

Thank you very much Ronnie. The devil pin is out and I'm getting reception. This will end this posting. Thanks everyone else that has tried to help me. Much appreciated

Your very welcome, now maybe You will get to hear what You want to now.