peter_m
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join:2005-07-13
Canada, QC
3 edits | reply to gmichels
Re: [Help Me] Antennas suggestion
For conventional antenna, longer it is, the higher the DB rating (usually). Basically what it does is focus the radio radiation in a horizontal plain perpendicular to the antenna. Imagine sticking the antenna in a vinyl record's center hole and that's what the pattern of radiation looks like. Anything away from the plain, like a floor above or bellow, will have less reception. The stronger the db, the stronger the focus and the stronger the rejection of off plain signals.
For your main floor, the standard 2db antenna might be enough if it is relatively open and don't have too many obstacles. Also it will be best for the other floor, since it will offer the least rejection of off plain signals. But that depends on the floor. Is it wood or concrete?
Just a note on the DWL-G520. It keeps the antenna too close to the CPU case and that might cause a problem for you. What ever antenna you choose, I would make sure it comes with a short cord that can allow you to have it a foot or two away from the CPU case.
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