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Save yourself the trouble and get an extension of the cable instead of the PCI-E card! I just got this cable in and it works like a charm.
TRENDnet Low Loss RP-SMA Male to RP-SMA Female Antenna Cable, 2 m (6.5 ft.), 1.45 dB Max Signal Loss, TEW-L102 https://www.amazon.ca/dp/B071Y7FXWW/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_GRtdCb88BX6F0
Just get some rg-174. This is what I use for portable ops. 25' for $17 with ends terminated in BNC - works FB.
You have a few options:
Place the PC closer/in the workout room and lengthen the cables to the desk for the screen.
Active 35' USB and HDMI cables between the breakout-box and the PC worked for me before I bought the wireless adapter.
If you want wireless:
PCI-E over USB if you plan to purchase the wireless adapter. Personally I can't go back to wired.
For a 2m longer antenna, the Trendnet TEW-L102 worked for me: https://www.amazon.ca/dp/B071Y7FXWW/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_GRtdCb88BX6F0
I just have one of these connected to the SDR's.
https://www.amazon.com/female-right-Spliter-Combiner-pigtail/dp/B015ASUJ48/
Then an SMA-BNC cable to the antenna. Stratux is attached to a window with a suction mount and is powered by a long USB cable to a lighter adaptor.
Reports are that the cable that connects between the antenna and the wireless PCIE add in card is near max attenuation as is.
https://smile.amazon.com/dp/B071Y7FXWW/
That cable in it's 2 meter length is supposed to be the max extension that will work. There is a 6 meter version, that I'm sure some would love to know if it works were you willing to experiment.
Yes, if I was doing it over again, I'd go with the 7690. That said, I'm assuming its features and capabilities are similar to the 7411 (which is what I have). I think the only question I would have is if it would be worth the extra $150 for the 5G 9191 in order to future proof in the event Verizon 5G makes it to your area.
If you're using the Netgear Panel antenna, you've got TS-9 connectors. You'll need a TS-9 to SMA adapter if you intend to keep using it (like these: https://smile.amazon.com/gp/product/B07FCDWP23/). It's only $9, but it would suck to get a fancy new router delivered only to have to wait another week because you just found out you have to order an adapter before you can connect your antenna.
Just getting an extension cable and placing your antenna outside up high as possible should greatly increase your antenna capability. Even if it's a stock antenna.
I'm sure there's better ones out there but these cables haven't steered me wrong yet.
TRENDnet Low Loss RP-SMA Male to RP-SMA Female Antenna Cable, 6 m (19.6 ft.), 3.0 dB Max Signal Loss, TEW-L106 black https://www.amazon.com/dp/B06ZXRWLXQ/ref=cm_sw_r_apan_glt_fabc_YSKVV708CWBN2Y0PXBXV?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1
I did some more reading, and may have found the answer to my own question. RG-174 has 90% shielding.
I'm trying this for the month of September. For my setup, I have a camper trailer that had a preinstalled winegard air 360+ antenna on the roof. Here's what I chose to do:
- Get adapters to convert the cables to SMA here
- Install a MikroTik LTAP LTE6 with some adapters itself -- this may be a bad decision for others who aren't sold on MikroTik like I am, but this could be substituted for any other lte hotspot router at this point with SMA connectors -- do some research about what you'd need here first before following in my footsteps
What I find is that in urban areas, I have far better coverage using the above setup vs my phone for tethering. My plan is to use a AT&T data-only plan with this setup.
I'm also on the waiting list for /r/starlink. If I'm able to get this, I'll opt for starlink by default plugged in to the router listed above. Starlink right now requires resetting your "service address" whenever you move significantly, and I've read a few places say that you can safely do this once you've secured service. Idk that for sure, as I'm still waiting on the beta. I doubt this will come in time, but just in case, it'll come in time. HughsNet as suggested below may work too, but at way worse cost/benefit...
https://www.amazon.com/CBAZYTM-Control-Copper-Shielded-Headphone/dp/B071VZ7SZ9/ref=sr_1_4?dchild=1
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Is this good wire for making USB cables? What should I look for when buying wire for custom usb cable?
that's an interesting situation, i won't have all the answers but hopefully i can point you to things you might not know already exist so that you can figure out a good solution.
are you trying to put the dashcam outside? there aren't too many options, but blackvue has truck variants of most of their dashcams. these have longer video cables and are weather proofed.
if you're trying to run wires once for both locations a splitter might help, then you only have to move the dashcam. something like this but with 2 female mcx and 1 male mcx (i couldn't find one with a quick search).
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The coax for the antenna is SMA, I believe. Another thread on here recommends this cable from Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B071Y7FXWW
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There's already plenty of people saying that works for them on this sub but this actually inspired me to order one and try it. Amazon says they can get it to me tomorrow so I'll report back once I try it!
Sounds like the same, tended to fail around 1 or 2 hours. TRENDnet Low Loss RP-SMA Male to... https://www.amazon.com/dp/B071Y7FXWW
I've been using this 1m since late Oct. No issues. Uxcell a15113000ux2549 Male to... https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01AUQF8VY
u/helno : any thoughts on how one might use the new UAT with an external antenna? I've used the dual MCX to single SMA splitter (https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B015ASUJ48/) as suggested in a previous post. With the u.FL-to-SMA pigtail, have you come across a splitter with the different connectors?
Not sure how accurate it is, but heard someone saying (this one) in particular works as long as you get the "RP-SMA". I plan on trying it, but not getting my Vive until Xmas.
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This extension has worked great for me.
TRENDnet Low Loss RP-SMA Male to RP-SMA Female Antenna Cable, 2 m (6.5 ft.), 1.45 dB Max Signal Loss, TEW-L102 https://www.amazon.com/dp/B071Y7FXWW/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_Ybn0BbVPMFFWX
This extension has worked great for me.
TRENDnet Low Loss RP-SMA Male to RP-SMA Female Antenna Cable, 2 m (6.5 ft.), 1.45 dB Max Signal Loss, TEW-L102 https://www.amazon.com/dp/B071Y7FXWW/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_Ybn0BbVPMFFWX
This extension has worked great for me.
TRENDnet Low Loss RP-SMA Male to RP-SMA Female Antenna Cable, 2 m (6.5 ft.), 1.45 dB Max Signal Loss, TEW-L102 https://www.amazon.com/dp/B071Y7FXWW/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_Ybn0BbVPMFFWX
Here is what I use. Splitter connects directly to the SDR's and then a single cable straight to the antenna.
https://www.amazon.com/female-right-Spliter-Combiner-pigtail/dp/B015ASUJ48/
https://www.amazon.com/Pigtail-Jumper-coaxial-Quality-Shipping/dp/B00YBQEHRG/
It depends on which dongle you have. TS9, MCX and SMA are the most common connectors I've seen.
I use this adapter on mine to connect to my QFH antenna with RG-6 coax and standard TV F connectors.
Interesting. I'll give the laptop test a shot, that's a great idea that I hadn't considered.
I should have clarified - this isn't using any of the stock SDR parts aside from the SDRs themselves. The splitter is this guy.
On the off chance the Y pigtail is bad I also ordered a hardware T combiner for the two pigtails I got with /u/dmurray's antennas.
It looks like this person soldered coax directly to the pans.
I soldered an 18 gauge wire to the center of RG6 coax and one to the shielding. Then electrical taped the exposed connections. I crimped ring terminals on the ends of the 18 gauge and mounted them to the pans with sheet metal screws. I had no luck trying to solder directly to the pans.
Then I used this connector to plug it into the radio. No balun. Maybe a couple of ferrite beads.
And when you need a break from /r/rtlsdr , head over to /r/adsb and check out the fun plane spotting you can do. You'll need one of THESE for adsb and at least 25ft of regular old cable tv coax. You'll want to look up coax-colinear antenna too.. Super easy.
I am sorry, I have never used a dish. I did use an adapter so I could use coax cable with the dongle. This one: http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00CKG6T9I/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o06_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
I had made the coat hanger HD antenna (look it up if you like) and had supplies for cutting it and adding ends/connectors.
As an affair of convenience I ordered other things that would let me use things I have on hand. I cannot tell you if this makes a big difference or not, but the the coax I got locally is all 75 ohm. There is 50 ohm too, but It is less common here. I am not sure it will make much of a difference. Maybe to some,but for us newbs, just get the cable man.
I bought the dongle and got it going with the mess of instructions above. Once it was working, I made the different antennas and checked them out. It seems like a lot, when you try to suck it all in. But if you go one step at a time, it is really not so bad. Go slow friend. It can work, and you will learn a bit along the way. Best wishes, I should never be considered an expert, but I have no problem talking about it all with you. I am sorry if it causes more confusion too, but we should be able to get you set up! I will try.