Radios For Base and Receiver
Have a fairly new base and receiver that I am having problems with range.
They are Champion Base and receivers with a 1w Satel internal radio. Advertised to communicate at 1 mile.
Im lucky to get 2500 ‘ in normal surveying conditions. Lately have been having problems getting 1000’ in normal conditions ie planted pines, creek bottoms.
I feel like I need a higher watt radio. Tried an antenna that supposedly boosted the signal but was little or no help.
My “dealer” has quoted in the $4k range for a 35w radio and antenna but I am skeptical. I have a very good friend in the radio business but he is unsure about the connections an/or programming the units to communicate with the radio. This is quite a bit but currently I have $20k in equipment that is not producing to its potential.
Does anyone here care to share a little knowledge or suggestions
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