I currently have a Midland MXT400 set up in my jeep. I'm using the MXTA26 6DB gain whip antenna. Radio is wired directly to an auxiliary battery, does not see alternator voltage but does however see battery charger voltages. Antenna cable is loosely coiled with no sharp bends.
I am having a very frustrating and consistent issue with others on multiple types of radios not being able to understand my transmissions. My radio is used almost exclusively during convoy driving, so very close proximity. When I switch over to my midland walkie talkie I'm told my voice is then much clearer. Repeating myself has gotten old very fast and I'd like to try to figure this out.
For context, I can hear everyone else crystal clear. The 6DB antenna has been great and at high elevations (bridges, elevated highways, etc.) I can almost always pick up signals that nobody else in my group is hearing. My antenna is mounted near the bottom left corner of my windshield, however there is no difference in quality based on whether the recipient is in front of or behind me so I don't think placement is the issue. Any feedback is appreciated.
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tkruppa
Hello everyone,
I currently have a Midland MXT400 set up in my jeep. I'm using the MXTA26 6DB gain whip antenna. Radio is wired directly to an auxiliary battery, does not see alternator voltage but does however see battery charger voltages. Antenna cable is loosely coiled with no sharp bends.
I am having a very frustrating and consistent issue with others on multiple types of radios not being able to understand my transmissions. My radio is used almost exclusively during convoy driving, so very close proximity. When I switch over to my midland walkie talkie I'm told my voice is then much clearer. Repeating myself has gotten old very fast and I'd like to try to figure this out.
For context, I can hear everyone else crystal clear. The 6DB antenna has been great and at high elevations (bridges, elevated highways, etc.) I can almost always pick up signals that nobody else in my group is hearing. My antenna is mounted near the bottom left corner of my windshield, however there is no difference in quality based on whether the recipient is in front of or behind me so I don't think placement is the issue. Any feedback is appreciated.
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