Fusion IP700i AM reception

[Doug]

I've contacted the dealer concerning the Fusion not being able to bring in AM and was advised that it should-perhaps there was a loose connection. I located the antenna outlet with the Motorola connector. Connected to it was a foot long copper wire finished with an eye. There was no loose connection. Presumably, more is required to complete the installation and make the Fusion fully functional?
Doug

 

[glthomas]

My AM and FM worked from the factory without any problems. Not at much distance until I split my VHF antenna to also supply the radio. To connect XM radio the factory sent out and new adapter to the XM receiver and they also sent a flash drive with a software update on it. Everything connected easily once I pulled the radio for access to the wiring in the back of the radio. Four screws and easy to do.
I would get back with them and let them know that it is not a lose connection. They were very helpful on my end with just communication by email.

 

[SGIDAVE]

I've contacted the dealer concerning the Fusion not being able to bring in AM and was advised that it should-perhaps there was a loose connection. I located the antenna outlet with the Motorola connector. Connected to it was a foot long copper wire finished with an eye. There was no loose connection. Presumably, more is required to complete the installation and make the Fusion fully functional?
Doug

Hello Doug,

I had trouble with FM reception with the Fusion radio/stereo in my 21EC. I ordered the VHF/FM signal splitter with intention of using the VHF antenna for FM as well. Then, as I was beginning to install the splitter, I found the short white wire you mention that the factory connected to the antenna jack. The one with the eye on the end that was connected to NOTHING. Then, I remembered something I read on C-Brats several years ago about how a guy used his window frames as a radio antenna. So, I pulled the existing antenna wire up and attached it to the side window using one of the window frame screws. Easy. Then, I made little 3 inch "jumper" wires with eyes on each end with which to connect each window frame to the next. Now, my FM reception is GREAT. I sent back the Shakespeare signal splitter. I haven't tried the AM radio, so I can't comment on whether there is improved performance on that band.

Maybe that would help you.

Merry Christmas!

/david

 

[knotflying]

I did the same with my window frame. Attached the wire to one of the screws and have great reception.

 

[Doug]

Thank you all for your inputs. I've also had a word with Fusion and they advise mounting a Shakespeare 4350 AM/FM antenna. This seems extreme ,hopefully it won't come to that.

All The Best In The New Year,
Doug

 

[Crewdog]

I tried the window frame procedure and although it would pull in a couple more FM stations near the marina, it still would not pick up the 100k watt mega stations 30 miles away in Atlanta, and nothing on AM.

We had a 4350 installed and was able to pick up quite a few Canadian stations from BC and Alberta on AM while anchored up in Walsh Cove. It was nice to know we had a reliable backup weather/information source onboard.