Dell 820HD manual Other Antenna Options continued, FM Reception

Other Antenna Options (continued)

The following suggestions must be supplied by the owner of the SoundWorks Radio 820HD.

FM Reception:

INDOOR FM ANTENNA OPTIONS: The common “rabbit ears” antenna (normally associated with TV reception) is a superb FM antenna. Placed on top of or behind a shelf or other large piece of furniture, this antenna provides great FM reception at a very low price.

The advantages this antenna has compared to the supplied FM dipole are:

An increase in signal strength when both arms are fully extended.

Easier repositioning for different FM stations, especially if the antenna is used in the "one ear vertical" mode.

The disadvantage of this antenna is its large size when both ears are fully extended.

A typical “rabbit ear” style antenna, with “F” connector and User-Supplied Screw On to Push On adapter.

Look for a simple model with no extraneous loops, knobs or switches. These features don’t help FM reception and increase the price. Insist on an antenna with a “shielded” lead-in wire ter- minated by an “F” style connector plug. Do not choose a model with a flat lead wire terminated by two spade lugs. There is no reasonable way to attach spade lugs to a SoundWorks Radio 820HD. Good examples of the desired style antenna are the RCA ANT-110and RCA ANT-111.

“Rabbit Ears” in the more convenient, one-ear vertical configuration. This arrangement will receive most stations well. Some experimentation will be required to find a single location that works on your favorite stations.

“Rabbit Ears” fully extended. This configuration will provide the best reception when rotated or repositioned for peak signal strength on a specific station.

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