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Re: Sony walkman antenna

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From: Alan J Holmes
Date: Thu, 09 Apr 1992 11:12
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In article <1992Apr4.152438.16307@hamblin.math.byu.edu> richard@ee.byu.edu (Richard Christensen) writes:

>When I opened my walkman radio I was surprised to find that it
>had no AM antenna.  I understand that the antenna is part of 
>the earphone cord, but how does this work?  Also how could
>I attach a secondary FM or AM antenna to make the reception
>better?

As I understand it, there is no provision for any additional
antenna,  the Walkman was designed (?) as you have discovered
to use the earphone cord as the antenna.  I do not find it
particularly efficient except in areas of high signal
strength, and even then the way you sit or walk can affect the reception.

Sorry if this does not really answer your query, but I think you
will find, that (like me) you've been caught.

I too would like to know if anyone has foung a solution to this
problem.

Regards

Alan Holmes
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From: xxxxajh@brunel.ac.uk (Alan J Holmes)
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Subject: Re: Sony walkman antenna
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Date: 9 Apr 92 11:12:37 GMT
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