Hi, I purchased a HK 3480 stereo receiver recently, based on the Stereophile forum recommendation, and I am pleased.
Perhaps it is a coincidence, or maybe the change in seasons, but recently I am having trouble picking up my favorite (low power) radio station (that would be WFMU, for those in the NY/NJ area).
When I lose reception, I get a horrible screeching tone (I don't know what note it is offhand, LOL, but it is a single tone and quite abrasive). Needless to say, this absolutely ruins the listening experience.
I currently have a Terk powered antenna which has been okay, a little fussy perhaps (but I am asking a lot of this antenna. I'm in Queens and the tower is in Northern NJ and is fairly low output). I don't remember the Terk model name, but here is a photo from the 'net, if that helps:
I understand that if I can get the current Terk antenna closer to a window, that could help. That's not really practical, although if I get stuck I guess I will resort to rearranging the room. I wonder if you can recommend a better (and inexpensive) antenna than the Terk?
I wonder if it's possible to lengthen (extend) the wires on the Terk so I can get it closer to my window, without reshuffling my living room? (By the way, it's more than just a "convenience" issue with my room's layout... I'm limited by the location of the room's AC outlets).
I see Stereophile recommended these Radio Shack antennas, as inexpensive options:
Radio Shack Amplified Indoor FM Antenna (no model #)
Radio Shack Antenna #15-2163
Anyone know if a different antenna would improve my situation?
Suggestions?
Hi, I purchased a HK 3480 stereo receiver recently, based on the Stereophile forum recommendation, and I am pleased.
Perhaps it is a coincidence, or maybe the change in seasons, but recently I am having trouble picking up my favorite (low power) radio station (that would be WFMU, for those in the NY/NJ area).
When I lose reception, I get a horrible screeching tone (I don't know what note it is offhand, LOL, but it is a single tone and quite abrasive). Needless to say, this absolutely ruins the listening experience.
I currently have a Terk powered antenna which has been okay, a little fussy perhaps (but I am asking a lot of this antenna. I'm in Queens and the tower is in Northern NJ and is fairly low output). I don't remember the Terk model name, but here is a photo from the 'net, if that helps:
I understand that if I can get the current Terk antenna closer to a window, that could help. That's not really practical, although if I get stuck I guess I will resort to rearranging the room. I wonder if you can recommend a better (and inexpensive) antenna than the Terk?
I wonder if it's possible to lengthen (extend) the wires on the Terk so I can get it closer to my window, without reshuffling my living room? (By the way, it's more than just a "convenience" issue with my room's layout... I'm limited by the location of the room's AC outlets).
I see Stereophile recommended these Radio Shack antennas, as inexpensive options:
Radio Shack Amplified Indoor FM Antenna (no model #)
Radio Shack Antenna #15-2163
Anyone know if a different antenna would improve my situation?
Suggestions?