How to improve radio signal strength

A quick tip on how to increase radio signal receptivity strength,
I have stumbled upon this problem, of having low signal strength in my antenna radio. and noticed, that mostly people show how to overcome this problem by attaching a wire to the radio, and then putting it outside,, which seems like quite a hassle to me,
I found this way much simpler and quicker.. though it is not perfect, it still enhances the signal strength quite a lot. and overall I prefer this method as it is so much simpler and quicker..
Thanks for watching,
I hope you liked the video.
and I hope this method helped you.
Comment below if you have any questions, or suggestions.
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and have a wonderful life!

[@michaelbajorek1972]

LOL!!! This is old school technology. We used this exact same trick for 50"s & 60's B&W TV reception. A lot depends on the antenna location, but I have seen this technique work. Thanks for the share. Brought back many fond memories.

[@PurpleSundayz]

Wow 50's and 60's?! Didn't realize how much old school this trick was 😬 thanks for the comment!

[@jefffree6990]

Yes - it also helps if you hold it over your head and hop around the room on 1 leg!

[@PurpleSundayz]

@@jefffree6990 Does it matter on which leg you're jumping? And in which direction? Clockwise? 😜

[@lckoolg622]

Thank you. You respond the people who rubbish this idea and have never tried it in such a positive and encouraging way. Go Well

[@PurpleSundayz]

Thanks a lot for the encouraging comment 🙏☺️

[@abhinaybuiss]

It worked for my radio based watches. I had to hold them outside of the window for about 10-15 minutes, but after watching this video, I made a twofold 2 foot long aluminum foil strip, tapered one end, put one watch around the tapered end, put some weight so they don't fall off and placed about 3/4 of the strip hanging outside of the window. The experiment worked! Although, the signal strength improved whenever the strip would hoist with the wind. So, maybe I will have to improvise with a wire making it bend upward to catch as much signal as possible. Having the watches synced up was a big pain, as I have four of them, and I couldn't find signal amplifier anywhere after months of searching. Thanks!

[@PurpleSundayz]

Wow That's so cool!! First time I hear of radio watches, very interesting. I'm Glad the experiment worked, and yes, perhaps try using a metal wire that wouldn't bend. Good luck, and thanks for sharing ;)

Great advice! 😊 The radio signal strengthened clearly on my DAB+ receiver! Thanks!🎉

[@PurpleSundayz]

I'm glad to hear that it helped! You're welcome 😉

[@manutd054]

Great video and explanation..! Thank you..!

[@PurpleSundayz]

You're welcome! Thanks for the comment 🙏

[@dudemussa6715]

Yes, I got it, to me it is a new knowledge of listening better the radio receiver.

[@PurpleSundayz]

Everyday you learn something new! I'm glad it helped =)

[@greenman1411]

The telescopic antennas on portable FM radios are usually too short. Adding a conductor to the end to increase the length will usually improve reception. As long as it's metal and connected to the antenna end it'll work. Any total length greater than about 2'6" will not bring any further benefits.

[@PurpleSundayz]

Thanks for the details! Interesting

[@kieran-299]

Okay, but it's far from pro help. I mean, if you're going to go through the trouble of DOING (work) then you might as well do the best. So...this means....a FRACTAL antenna with RF PREamp(lifier)/Tuner well grounded at all key points and MAGNETICS is Key to antenna system so Extract Especially the Magnetic moreso than the electrical component of the RF input signal. And if you know electronics and /or radio...impedance &capacitance matching the antenna system to the radio circuit/s.

[@PurpleSundayz]

@@kieran-299 Well, I think most people are like me, and don't know electronics well.. and it only takes 5 minutes, in comparison to what you are saying.. And although you have logic in your words. To me, what you said now sounds like most advice I found online and it just confused me and sounded really complex .. when this method is super simple, easy, and it works pretty good (I am doing just fine with it for years, the reception is very clear). So maybe its a matter of personal preference, and depends on how bad the signal is in the first place.. maybe if the signal is totally horrible this won't work well...however it only takes five minutes to try it ;)

[@kieran-299]

@@PurpleSundayz Yeah, it's fine. Actually, you are right...in most typical situations for typical person, yes your advice produces most "bang for effort n knowledge (lack thereof). Sure. I get it. In fact, even I'm not completely sure my comment was very good for typical person or even myself. I am a licensed ham radio operator but not much operation Experience, so I'd still like to know how to receive radio signals the key easiest yet producing most best results for it.

[@PurpleSundayz]

@@kieran-299 Good luck with the experience, sounds like you know what you're talking about. Thanks for commenting :) good discussion

[@sriramulu.mayiladuthurai]

Thanks 💐

[@PurpleSundayz]

U R welcome! Thank you for the comment :)

[@ronroemmich452]

Worked wonders

[@PurpleSundayz]

It's good to hear :) thanks for the comment!

[@prabhakarv4193]

Very nice. Thank you

[@PurpleSundayz]

You're welcome! Thanks for commenting :)

[@prabhakarv4193]

@@PurpleSundayz thank you so much

[@raymondnida5064]

Great idea there

[@PurpleSundayz]

Glad to hear it helped! Thanks for commenting ;)

[@SeanFlaherty]

Shiny side out! Very important!

[@PurpleSundayz]

Thanks for pointing that out ;)

[@gideoncohen3427]

you could let us listen to any program -verbal one . and show us the vintage radio what marque is it and tell us pls. if the cover is wooden or plastic?

[@PurpleSundayz]

Looking back, I guess I could've, will consider it next time. The radio isn't really vintage, it's a modern chinese brand named Wisya, the cover is plastic.

[@user-lk6cm9rf8t]

Thanks ❤

[@PurpleSundayz]

You're welcome ♥️😉

[@user-lk6cm9rf8t]

@@PurpleSundayz 🙏😍

[@salmanpaaras]

I will try to share my experience..

[@PurpleSundayz]

Great, do it! :)

[@jeffburger2782]

Dude im can pick up the space station now......Ahhh life is good

[@PurpleSundayz]

Good to hear that, life's good for sure ☺️

[@astra6712]

Everybody knows you just have to stand there holding the antenna for optimum performance.

[@PurpleSundayz]

Whatever works mate ;)

[@gregpain8541]

Will it work on DAB+, and would it improve the reception to receive AM stereo?

[@PurpleSundayz]

Not sure what DAB+ is.. but as long as it requires the antenna for reception, it should work.. try it and let us know if it worked, it only takes a few minutes ;)

[@GregPain-pq8yh]

DAB+ is digital audio broadcasting, which has been used in Europe and Australia for at least the past 15 years. In some countries it has already replaced AM and FM radio.

[@PurpleSundayz]

@@GregPain-pq8yh Thanks for the info! Did it work though?

[@GregPain-pq8yh]

@@PurpleSundayz As we are in a fringe area behind hills and forests, we use an external antenna on our roof, and on our car. So, we're unsure if it'd work on DAB+. I'm still curious to see if it'd improve AM stereo.

[@PurpleSundayz]

@@GregPain-pq8yh From what I understand, as long as there is an antenna for reception, dab or fm/am, it should work. Not sure about a permanent solution for the car though, the foil looks kinda unprofessional outside of the house, and may fly in the wind..perhaps only replacing the antenna with a bigger one. Anyhow, I hope it works for you! Let us know if it did ;)

[@roysmith332]

Have you seen the coil and capacitor antenna for A.M. ? External antenna with no connections.

[@PurpleSundayz]

No I haven't, what do you mean? I've seen some cool antennas, but not with no connections

[@roysmith332]

@@PurpleSundayz 28 turns on 2 foot square with variable capacitor from tuner like crystal set . Tune in your channel and adjust capacitor to match inductance to your radio. Remember you may have to turn radio or antenna to bring in the best. You tube is where I seen it.

[@roysmith332]

@@PurpleSundayz And no connections.

[@PurpleSundayz]

@@roysmith332 send a KZbin link where you saw it .. anyway, can't imagine where you'd put this 2 foot thing .. sounds space consuming. And it has an antenna after all?.. 🤷

[@roysmith332]

@@PurpleSundayz just look up A.M. loop antenna. They are other's to see and buy . A.M. loop antenna. With the wood is the one I made. Wonder about bigger one being better. Like outside on tower going around tower. It works that well.

[@rajeshkrdubey]

For which band it will work

[@PurpleSundayz]

I think it should work for all, because we're physically extending the antenna

[@mmallick3224]

I will probably work for Short Wave and would definitely work for FM band, but not Medium Wave Band.

[@tonywright8294]

The rubber band 😄

[@sureshr.s5293]

Super

[@PurpleSundayz]

Thanks for the comment 🙏😉

[@ZekeTheElder]

Would have been better to use the foil to make a hat.

[@PurpleSundayz]

😂😂😂

[@echognomecal6742]

Nah, it works, just a lot of fiddling about & overcomplicating. I thought there's be an actual tip here, though.... Add metal on top, that's the whole thing.

[@PurpleSundayz]

@@echognomecal6742 That's right, just add metal on top ;)

[@stevenlengyel9701]

Oh so a bigger anti will get better reception?

[@PurpleSundayz]

Yes indeed

[@moby1388]

Fit a longer telescopic antenna.

[@PurpleSundayz]

Hmm that's an idea.. but the foil on top just feels much easier 😅

[@fidhul]

Hai

[@claudest-amour7485]

Steel wool does the job.

[@PurpleSundayz]

Ok show me how it looks 😉

[@mikepage9783]

will it only work on AM?

[@PurpleSundayz]

It should work for all frequencies

[@mikepage9783]

@@PurpleSundayz thank you

[@steveoshaughnessy3736]

You probably could more clear. ALL radios have antennas. Did you mean an external telescoping antena?

[@PurpleSundayz]

Yes I did mean an external one.. just like I show in the video

[@martyw34]

I made one as a hat.

[@PurpleSundayz]

😂😂😂 I hope it helps.

[@oldbatwit5102]

To get the best from this new improved antenna you have to drink a lot of water.

[@PurpleSundayz]

Always a good idea to drink a lot of water. Even with a lousy antenna. water is awesome!

[@NoMusicNoLife7]

Not work hard, work smart 😜

[@PurpleSundayz]

Exactly 😉

[@Uvray]

I must be honest, I was skeptical. I did not think it was going to work. And it didn't.

[@PurpleSundayz]

Honestly I'm skeptical that you did it right, because it should work, it's physics you know..and if you did, then perhaps it is time to buy a new radio 😜

[@Uvray]

@@PurpleSundayz No, the radio is brand new. I am in a poor reception area and it had no effect at all.

[@PurpleSundayz]

@@Uvray i'm sorry to hear that. This method enhances the reception, not creates it out of nowhere.. if the reception is really low, try locating the radio in a different spot in the house. Perhaps near a window.. just turn it on and walk around until you hear it working. Also, make this experiment twice, once with the foil, and one without it, and I'm sure you'll notice the difference ;) Hope it helps!

[@thedancingalien7766]

You Must Eat Two Ice Creams And A Banana To Get Best Reception😮😮😮

[@PurpleSundayz]

😂😂

[@WiSeNhEiMeR-1369]

it is not Not NOT "TIN" foil it is obviously "ALUMINUM" FOIL COOP ...

[@PurpleSundayz]

True, by now some people have pointed it out. Thanks for pointing that out again ;)

[@birkhatt8969]

It's often informally known as tin foil.

[@PurpleSundayz]

@@birkhatt8969 Thanks for the info ;)

[@gdholmfirth]

First, you have to have a radio.

[@PurpleSundayz]

Yeah 😜 I'm glad you appreciate the joke!

[@ArndroidInc]

This is not going to make a noticeable difference

[@PurpleSundayz]

The difference is quite noticeable 😉 try it

[@echognomecal6742]

Not a great video, but the basic idea is correct. Add metal to extend &/or widen (sort of like a satellite dish) & it can improve the signal. I was hoping for something new here. I've done variations of this on radios & tvs. Some need a lot of fiddling around to find the right spot. I had it work for a time, then needed adjusting to find the signal again. Personally, I'd never be bothered doing that tiny little piece. "Quick & dirty" solution: Poke 2 holes in a CLEAN (Let's not be savages) disposable pie plate & slide it on the antenna. Maybe bend the top over the tip. Easily turns to find the sweet spot. (Easy pie plate, etc. cleaning: Have a brush at your sink. Soak, then brush off stuck on stuff before washing. Saves Lots of time & effort & saves you from having super gross wash water.)

[@PurpleSundayz]

Not a great comment, but I like it 😜 . 'Quick n dirty' solution is nice idea, and you made me laugh by explaining people how to wash it 😂

[@echognomecal6742]

@@PurpleSundayz The rude comments you got are just...so unnecessary. Either actually have something to say or move on. Gotta go for the laugh, yanno lol ...& it looks like a good percentage of people need a bit of instruction/clarity

[@PurpleSundayz]

@@echognomecal6742 So true.. gotta go for the laugh ☺️🙏

[@jungleman4921]

Sorry but I dont belive any of this.Either for AM or FM,adding a short lenght of copper wire to the end of the telescopic antenna is all you need to increase the signal.

[@PurpleSundayz]

Didn't try the copper wire, but logically it should work too. Whatever suits you aesthetically ;)

[@DavidCajun-qf9ti]

I've used copper wire and it's always worked

[@PurpleSundayz]

@@DavidCajun-qf9ti Good to know! Thanks for sharing 😉

[@professor1395]

​@DavidCajun-qf9ti i want to increase it to communicate with aliens

[@krishangopalsharma9510]

Iam using the same copper wire and its working great.

[@brandonspicer2482]

Aluminum foil not tin foil.

[@PurpleSundayz]

Right. I thought it meant the same 😅 the one that's used in the kitchen to wrap food

[@echognomecal6742]

@@PurpleSundayz People use many terms for it. I just say "foil" to avoid confusion & pedantry :)

[@PurpleSundayz]

@@echognomecal6742 Thanks, i'll keep that in mind 😉

[@LiquidRadio]

😆

[@PurpleSundayz]

🙃

[@radiorob7543]

Placebo

[@PurpleSundayz]

Nah, it's for real

[@petermainwaringsx]

😜🤣🤣

[@PurpleSundayz]

😅😆

[@dale5898]

Not gunna work

[@PurpleSundayz]

In fact it does work. not a 100% perfect solution, but improvement is very noticeable. I didn't need anything else to use my radio comfortably.

[@bannedagain.8334]

Don't believe yer

[@PurpleSundayz]

Try it 😜

Great advice! 😊 The radio signal strengthened clearly on my DAB+ receiver! Thanks!🎉

[@PurpleSundayz]

I'm glad to hear that it helped! You're welcome ☺️