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Antenna for FM Radius - glenoliff - 03-29-2025
Hi it says that an external antenna can be used for the FM Radius module but doesn't specify how to connect. Is it just a specific gauge of unshielded wire? Can someone provide some guidance here? Thanks in advance!
RE: Antenna for FM Radius - Sandy303 - 04-01-2025
(03-29-2025, 05:47 PM)glenoliff Wrote: Hi it says that an external antenna can be used for the FM Radius module but doesn't specify how to connect. Is it just a specific gauge of unshielded wire? Can someone provide some guidance here? Thanks in advance!
The wheels move slowly here, I think the hamster is dead. You might have more luck with your question on Reddit, if there's a Koma sub. You could definitely try the Hainbach sub.
Good luck!
RE: Antenna for FM Radius - glenoliff - 04-05-2025
(04-01-2025, 01:13 PM)Sandy303 Wrote:(03-29-2025, 05:47 PM)glenoliff Wrote: Hi it says that an external antenna can be used for the FM Radius module but doesn't specify how to connect. Is it just a specific gauge of unshielded wire? Can someone provide some guidance here? Thanks in advance!
The wheels move slowly here, I think the hamster is dead. You might have more luck with your question on Reddit, if there's a Koma sub. You could definitely try the Hainbach sub.
Good luck!
Sweet thanks for the tip!
RE: Antenna for FM Radius - Jackieflipflop - 04-07-2025
(03-29-2025, 05:47 PM)glenoliff Wrote: Hi it says that an external antenna can be used for the FM Radius module but doesn't specify how to connect. Is it just a specific gauge of unshielded wire? Can someone provide some guidance here? Thanks in advance!
Hello Glenoliff.
In most urban or city environments, an antenna isn’t usually necessary to receive FM signals. However, in some cases, using one can definitely improve reception.
The connector type is called DuPont (standard jumper wire).
That said, you can really use any wire you like, as long as it fits snugly into the socket and stays firmly in place, it will work just fine.
You can use a solid-core wire by stripping one end and inserting it into the socket. That will work.
Feel free to experiment with antenna lengths. You can reach even 1 meter of Antenna to improve reception.
Let us know if that helps!
RE: Antenna for FM Radius - dentifyindel - 09-23-2025
(03-29-2025, 05:47 PM)glenoliff Wrote: Hi it says that an external antenna can be used for the FM Radius module but doesn't specify how to connect level devil. Is it just a specific gauge of unshielded wire? Can someone provide some guidance here? Thanks in advance!
You can use a simple piece of unshielded copper wire. A good wire size for this type of project is 22 AWG or 24 AWG solid core wire, as it is easy to work with and holds its shape. Then figure out the antenna length and antenna construction. Finally, connect the antenna to the Module
RE: Antenna for FM Radius - godcyclist - 09-29-2025
(03-29-2025, 05:47 PM)glenoliff Wrote: Hi it says that an external antenna can be used for the FM Radius module but doesn't specify how to connect. Is it just a specific gauge of unshielded wire? Can someone provide some moto x3m guidance here? Thanks in advance!Yes, usually it’s just a length of unshielded wire attached to the antenna pad or jack on the module. The length can affect reception, so experiment (around 75cm is common). Shielding isn’t required, but avoid running it near noisy power cables.