Remtronix REM-842S for an upgrade over SDS100 factory antenna?

[crippledchicken]

I've been searching and this one seems, to get fair ratings. Most, of what I listen to is in the 152-174mhz range. The only 800-900mhz I scan is the NXDN PD. I'm open to suggestions to alternatives of better, antenna choices. Thanks!

8.75in Tri-Band VHF/UHF/800MHz Ant. - SMA Male Connector

VHF/UHF/800MHz Tri- Band, 136-174/420-470/800-900 MHz Optimized, Rubber Ducky Antenna - 8.5 inch - SMA Male Connector

theantennafarm.com

 

[Chris0516]

I've been searching and this one seems, to get fair ratings. Most, of what I listen to is in the 152-174mhz range. The only 800-900mhz I scan is the NXDN PD. I'm open to suggestions to alternatives of better, antenna choices. Thanks!

8.75in Tri-Band VHF/UHF/800MHz Ant. - SMA Male Connector

VHF/UHF/800MHz Tri- Band, 136-174/420-470/800-900 MHz Optimized, Rubber Ducky Antenna - 8.5 inch - SMA Male Connector

theantennafarm.com

I have that antenna, on my SDS100

 

[crippledchicken]

Does it perform better than the stock antenna?

 

[mike_cll]

Does it perform better than the stock antenna?

On VHF, yes it‘s definitely an improvement over the stock antenna. On 800, I find it to be about on-par with the stock antenna.
I have one that I use on my SDS-100.

 

[Chris0516]

Does it perform better than the stock antenna?

Absoluely

 

[crippledchicken]

Just what I wanted to hear, Thank you!

 

[Chris0516]

Just what I wanted to hear, Thank you!

With the stock antenna, I wasn't able to hear systems beyond my county. Regardless of the programming.

 

[LarryVavrek]

I bought one not real impressed really no difference here.

 

[crippledchicken]

I imagine, it depends on each individuals location, line of sight etc. it will perform differently.

 

[doc62]

I have one. It works great for VHF, UHF and 800/900. If your system is 700/800 mix, it doesn’t do well in the 700.

 

[LarryVavrek]

I find that the SDS100 is lacking on VHF as well as Aircraft. Seems to be at its best on the 800Mhz

 

[OpSec]

I have one...not any difference that I can tell from stock.

 

[crippledchicken]

I'm open for suggestions on other antennas that would be better than SDS100 stock antenna?

 

[OpSec]

The core issue is what are you trying to listen to and on what band? The Uniden's seem to be optimized for 7/800 MHz reception, so anything outside of that will need different considerations.

You said VHF so frankly unless it's close to you you'll be better off with some sort of external antenna.

 

[crippledchicken]

I'm running off a Diamond 300n at home right now. I just wanted something of better quality when I'm out and about. Something that will pull in some of the weaker signals. The stock one doesn't seem very sensitive.

 

[OpSec]

I'm running off a Diamond 300n at home right now. I just wanted something of better quality when I'm out and about. Something that will pull in some of the weaker signals. The stock one doesn't seem very sensitive.

It's as much the radio as the antenna unfortunately. Get yourself a magnet mount or permanent mount scanner antenna for the car and you'll notice a significant improvement.

The SDS is somewhat deaf on VHF compared to the higher bands but an external antenna on your vehicle will help tremendously.

 

[wa8pyr]

The SDS is somewhat deaf on VHF compared to the higher bands but an external antenna on your vehicle will help tremendously.

This is true. I use the Remtronix Tri-band antenna with BNC connector, distinct improvement over the stock antenna. I also use the BNC adapter on my SDS100 so I can switch from the rubber duck antenna to the external antenna on the car quickly and easily. Works like a charm.