How can I improve my portable FM radio reception?

How can I improve my portable FM radio reception?

How to Fix Poor FM Radio Reception

1. Remove any obstacles you can.
2. Check and replace antenna connections.
3. Run a frequency scan.
4. Switch from stereo to mono.
5. Move your antenna: If you have an indoor antenna, place it near a window as high as possible to avoid interference from materials used in wall construction.

Do you need an antenna for FM radio?

Statement from Radio Bob: You MUST have an antenna (of some kind) to receive any signals on a radio! Another statement from Radio Bob: FM Radio Waves travel more-or-less in straight lines. They are weakened by objects that get between the transmitter and receiver.

How do I extend my FM antenna wire?

Boosting The Signals

1. Enlarge the power cord of the radio, making it straight enough for catching the higher signal.
2. Now set the stereo sound as ‘Mono’.
3. Elongate the antenna gradually and adjust from various angles.
4. Take the radio closer to the window.
5. Get a dipole antenna and connect it with the FM input section.

How long should an FM antenna BE?

about 150 cms
The overall length for the antenna should be about 150 cms, i.e. each leg should be 75 cms. This length should make the resonant frequency fall slightly in the lower half of the FM broadcast band, but often the more popular stations may be found in this region.

How do you make a homemade FM antenna?

Making an FM Antenna. Strip the ends from a 16-foot piece of ribbon cable and twist them together. Repeat this on the other end. This should give you a continuous loop of cable. Solder the two ends together and wrap with electrical tape to insulate.

What is an external antenna jack?

External Antenna Jack – definition. A connector that allows an external antenna to be connected to the phone to improve reception indoors or in a car. The jack is usually hidden in some way, most commonly with a rubber plug. Note: not all antenna jacks are the same.

What is an FM antenna?

The FM antenna is the metal rod that extends and swivels. The AM antenna is normally inside the radio. An AM antenna is made up of wire wrapped into a loop. Over time, these antennas can lose their power and are difficult to repair. An external antenna can be made to improve the reception of any radio.

What is a radio transmitter in a radio station?

A radio transmitter is usually part of a radio communication system which uses electromagnetic waves (radio waves) to transport information (in this case sound) over a distance. A transmitter can be a separate piece of electronic equipment, or an electrical circuit within another electronic device.