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Can I use a Vehicle Magnetic Mount Mobile Phone antenna anywhere else?

April 26, 2017antenna MAGNETIC Mobile Phone Mount vehicle

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Can I use a Vehicle Magnetic Mount Mobile Phone antenna anywhere else?

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Yes, most magnetic mount cellular antennas are manufactured for use on vehicles, as the roof of the vehicle acts a ground plane for the mobile phone antenna. However to get the most from your magnetic mount antenna, you should place it on a metal ground surface when using the antenna away from the vehicle. These antennas work great indoors once a sufficient ground plane is provided, such as placing the antenna on a filing cabinet or on a piece of metal (about 8 inches x 8 inches) and placing it outside or near a window.