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Old 05-16-2007, 02:12 PM
Simon Templar
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Default Re: External antenna? Solution to bad reception at home?

Some Guy wrote:
> Hi,
>
> I live in an area with pretty bad mobile reception. I want to be able to use
> my mobile at home more so was looking for a solution to this.
> I have a nokia 6230 and was considering getting maybe some sort of desktop
> unit that will charge the phone and be linked to an external antenna (like a
> car kit). Is there such a product intended for home use? Or do I have to get
> a car kit and modify it somehow?


The best option would be the CARK-126 Car kit as it has an antenna
coupler that attaches to the cradle and it will charge the phone. These
are easily found on eBay.

> What sort of antenna should I use?


Then have a look at something like these for the antenna:
<http://www.powertec.com.au/shop/antennas-building-outdoor-c-38_55_62.html?osCsid=944425f86718b0cb924169fbe6210 f0e>


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