I just ordered a AX-31B, active UHF antenna, made by WiNRADiO, though Grove
Enterprises. It's a very small, indoor, directional log-periodic antenna,
with a 20dB amplifier. I intend to point it at Selfridge Air Base, about
fifteen miles from me. I can hear them now, on the telescoping antenna,
that came with the BC796D, but sometimes it's a little weak, with some
noise. This should provide full quieting on the signal.

[link] http://www.grove-ent.com/ANT4.html

I'm also considering the purchase of a PAR MON-3, omni-directional, outside
antenna, through Universal Radio. It's optimized for 144~174, 440~470, and
800~900MHz. They claim it has 1.7dBi. I like it for it's simplicity, and
ruggedness. Here in Michigan, we get some fairly high winds, and nasty
winters with ice storms that can really build up on an antenna.

[link] http://www.universal-radio.com/catal...ants/4464.html

I'll post my results when available.

Bill Crocker


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