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mpdej8

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Posted: December 28, 2005 at 8:58 AM / IP Logged

Ok, I was skeptical at first, but I have heard from many people about the trick of holding your remote control to your chin and it will increase the range of the remote. I tried it and it really works. My question is, how and why does this work?? Will I be developing a tumor with extended use this way? How does my chin make any difference on my remote control?

Thanks, any insight will be appreciated.

Matt

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maxcat

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Posted: December 28, 2005 at 10:31 AM / IP Logged

the theory behind this is that because our body is grounded, it act as an antenna and creates further distance. it is not neccessarilly our chins that do anything.

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Falcon 1

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Posted: December 28, 2005 at 10:58 AM / IP Logged

This is from a Pro-start manual.

Troubleshooting Poor Transmitting Range Issues

Many factors may affect the operating range of the transmitter. Some of these are:

• The condition of the battery in the transmitter.

• The operating environment (for example: downtown radio-frequency noise, airports, cellular phone towers…)

• Metal: any type of metal will affect operating range. This includes the metal in the car.

• The shape of the vehicle can affect range as well; vans in general have an especially poor range.

• The shape of the roof and A-pillars brings about considerable radio-frequency deflection (in this case the signal from the remote control). As a result, the direction in which the vehicle is facing in relation to the remote control can affect the range. Straight on – standing in front of the vehicle – generally gives you the greatest range; the second best performance is from the back. Using the remote control from either side of the vehicle will usually give the lowest range.

• The range will be significantly lower in a crowded parking lot than in open space.

• Always hold the transmitter high, approximately at shoulder height. Holding the transmitter against your chin will also increase your range: your head acts as an antenna.

• The operating range will be somewhat lower on vehicles equipped with an aftermarket or factory alarm.

• Windows and windshields tinted with lead or metallic tints will decrease the operating range.

Do it right the first time, only a doctor can bury his mistakes.

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Mike M2

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Posted: December 28, 2005 at 2:43 PM / IP Logged

My take on it was that RF frequencies are increased by liquid. The body being mostly water, acts as a booster for the signal....

Mike M2

Tech Manager

CS Dealer Services

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Powermyster

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Posted: December 28, 2005 at 5:57 PM / IP Logged

one of the mysteries of life lol

Why oh Why didn't i take the blue pill

Darren Power

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