antenna advice

I am brand new to this...just setup my ws1040 with a RadioReference account and win500. I don't know what I'm talking about here so don't abuse me too much - is there a better all-around antenna for this unit that would pickup signals a bit better? My signal meter on the screen never has more...

I recently bought a KiwiSDR and it's my first SDR so far. I was wondering, what antennas you guys recommendation for it and whether the W6LVP antenna is truly good for it (it was listed on the KiwiSDR site as a recommended antenna, but it's a bit pricey for me (doable but pricy)). I'm trying to...

I'm trying to find a qualified person to install a Watson WDB discone antenna on the outside of my house. I do have the antenna and 50 ft of LMR-400 coaxial cable, i dont have the mast ! I willing to pay top dollar for advice and install help! I'll buy all parts needed and I'm looking for the...

Hey guys, as the thread title states, I'm dumbfounded when it comes to radio waves, frequencies and the like (helpful reading appreciated). I have a BCD536HP that needs an outdoor antenna. I listen to Police and EMS in Rhea County, Tn on the Tennessee Advanced Communication Network if that...

I currently own a Uniden BC346XTC and have the Comet Original BNC-W100RX. I was wondering which here is the better antenna. With the current comet iam scanning mostly 140-170 and some 400's frequencies. I was wondering what my best bet is between these two and if there is a better option than...

I have a uniden bearcat BC350A scanner and i was wondering what the best cheep antenna would be for it. today i just got an antenna from amazon "HARULU Scanner Antenna For Uniden Motorola Car Radio BNC Mount 4" Mobile Full Band" it says its Receive Frequency: 30MHz - 1200 MHz. i plugged it in...

I'm a noob and finally got my first radio for Christmas. I will be using a Kenwood TM-D710GA on a 2017 Toyota Tundra. I have no idea what type of antenna to get and was hoping you can help me pick one. Usage: I'm not interested in HF. I would like to maybe explore hitting repeaters in the area...

Anyone know how to tighten the screw on the hinged Diamond RH707 antenna? Mini-screwdriver not doing the job--getting a little too loose. Antenna does a super job when folded over on my TRX-1.

Hello everyone so I haven't been into scanning since the early 90's I recently got my hands on the Uniden BC125AT handheld and I would like to get a better antenna for it reason being some channels come in scratchy and there not that far away, but I have no idea which is the best to buy. The...

Greetings. I am looking for advice/help with some antenna ideas and hoping some of you veterans might help. Since I was about 13 I have been interested in this hobby and now 30 years later I am finally licensed. I hope to take the general in the next month or two to expand my capabilities...

Hello all. So I have a couple of Uniden BC125AT scanners and I'm looking to upgrade their antennas to get a better signal. Preferably I am looking for an antenna that will keep the scanner portable, but I'm also interested in what antennas would be good for mounting in a more permanent location...

I just bought my first scanner of any sort. It's a "Realistic Patrolman Scanner Receiver", Pro-47. I'm looking for any information I can get about it. Especially about... ----Antennas ----Crystals ----Where to get crystals and antennas Thanks! Jonathan

I just purchased a new WS 100, does anyone have any recommended antennas models that might improve the WS1080 reception? I have heard there is a Diamond antenna that might be pretty good?

Just purchased the PRO-651, a lot of the radio traffic cuts in and out for me, So I suspect the included antenna may be the problem. What is the best antenna for this model? Thanks for any advice!

Hi, I am very new to the world of scanners and I purchased a Uniden BCD436HP to listen to the local cops, the coast guard, the general public (CB+FRS+GMRS+MURS) and NOAA along with Skywarn in case of hurricanes or tornadoes (I live in FL) I am thinking about getting a couple of antennas for my...