yes, if you start with a pure digital signal much like a CD, why spoil it by
using a cheap FM modulator. a really fancy one could produce a great signal
that could be picked up by a great FM receiver and you wouldnt know the
difference. but a great FM modulator is something rather expensive. and may
not have been used in the XM product you're talking about. also, take some
time and search for reviews of XM products. i think there have been plenty in
the past 2 years or so.
also, XM is deploying 700 to 1000 earth repeaters. to repeat the signal in
large cities where buildings and structures sometimes block the signal.
although some tunnels and steep canyons will still be a problem for XM.
-dan
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Date: Thu, 5 Jun 2003 08:18:23 -0500
From: "Josh Battles" <jbattles@bankfinancial.com>
Subject: DML: NOW: XM Question WAS:Trading for a 2003 Ram
I didn't know that the FM modulator would degrade the signal that much. How
does that XM stuff work? Pretty decent? I've heard that you lose signal
under bridges and stuff. What kind of antenna do you use, the one that goes
on the glass (sticks inside and out) or one that you have to mount to the
roof? Have you heard which ones work better? I'd much prefer to not have to
drill into my roof and/or stick something to the paint on my truck.
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- - Josh
Lowered 2000 Dakota CC 3.9L
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'92 Grey Dak CC, 318, 4x2, 46RH, 3.92 rear, 235/75R15, PS, PW, PB, PL, Cruise,
AC, & 110,000mi. mods: cool air induction, K&N filter, Autolite 3924s
future: M-1, Mopar PCM, 180* stat, Trans-Go shift kit, 3" Gibson swept, underdrive pulleys, re-locating IAT sensor, and WC drop kit front and rear
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