What can I use for an FM antenna?

What can I use for an FM antenna?

One area in which dipole antennas are often used is for the reception of VHF FM broadcasts. Many Hi-Fi tuners and other radios have input sockets that will accept the input from a coaxial feeder, and where no external antenna is used, a dipole antenna can provide an excellent solution.

How can I boost my FM antenna signal?

Use a signal amplifier: If you are having trouble receiving FM radio signals and you only have one "radio", you can place a signal amplifier (aka signal booster) between the antenna and your receiver or radio to boost the signal.

Can you use speaker wire FM antenna?

Definately yes. In theory, every metal can be used as antenna with varying results. In order to achieve maximum signal strenght in FM band, opt for a lenght of 28 inches ~(72 cm) of speaker cable (both strings), split it to create a dipole antenna and connect the wires to the “balanced” input of the tuner.

How long should an FM antenna BE?

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.

Can a TV antenna be used for FM radio?

The frequencies used for FM radio transmission are very close to those used for VHF television signals, and an ordinary TV antenna will work beautifully with your FM radio or your stereo tuner. If you no longer use your antenna for TV, connect it directly to your radio, otherwise you'll need to use a splitter.