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radio signal weak.

Discussion in 'Technical Chat' started by stmpjmpr, Apr 28, 2021.

  1. Apr 28, 2021 at 5:17 PM
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    stmpjmpr

    stmpjmpr [OP] Well-Known Member

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    Hello
    I have a 2015 sport with oem stereo/navigation. I installed a dual usb/battery meter plug underneath the radio console. when I have the phone plugged in charging. my radio signal goes bad. any ideas?
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    Jimmy
     
  2. Apr 28, 2021 at 5:29 PM
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    soggyBottom

    soggyBottom Well-Known Member

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    My guess is the charge circuit is making dirty power. Wrap the charger, cable, and phone in tin foil. Ground the tin foil. See if that makes it better.

    Obviously this isn't a solution but could help find the cause
     
  3. Apr 28, 2021 at 5:43 PM
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    rnish

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    Sure its the radio signal? There could be a problem with power circuits.
     
  4. Apr 28, 2021 at 6:22 PM
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    soggyBottom

    soggyBottom Well-Known Member

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    Nope but using foil costs nothing and would rule out one possibility.
     

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