radio reception problem

[loza]

Hi Guys

I have a problem with the reception on my radio (alpine radio). I cannot pickup any stations unless its a strong signal, it seem like the arial has come loose but i don't think there is one, all other functions are working ok
any suggestions.


My car is a left hand drive conn se 2.5 with auto CD changer
Thanks

Loza

[ChrisB]

Hi Loza,

Is this a problem on all bands (MW/LW/FM)?

Although I have a Tourer (aerial element is built into one of the boot side windows) I would speculate on the following applying to the saloon:

The aerial is probably provided as a secondary function of the heated rear window element, or perhaps by some electrically seperate but similar embedded conductors. Is there sign of damage to these in any way?

At some point close to the window, I expect there will be an interface box to tune the frequency response of the element and possibly to seperate the RF signal from the DC voltage present when the de-mist is switched on. There may be a fault in this box or a connection to it.

Finally, the aerial connector into the back of the radio may not be plugged in properly, or the coax cable may not be terminated in the plug correctly.

Hope that this helps.

Rgds

Chris.