SD> The first thing that came to my mind is how well shielded the
 SD> radio receiver is from the TV receiver.  That could be
 SD> causing problems.

I suspected something along these lines.

 SD> Remember that the radio receiver is dealing with RFI from
 SD> inside the computer.  If it's not shielded good enough, that
 SD> can block out stations.

Yup.  On Friday, when I have some time to fool around, I'll try using a
length of shielded cable to connect the antenna to the card.  Doubt that
will help, though, if the interference is ocurring INSIDE the computer!

 SD> Do you have a slight whine when you
 SD> scan through the band?

I'll check and see.

 SD> Secondly, I'd get an external antenna that is of pretty good
 SD> size - about 10 to 15 feet.  That might solve your problem
 SD> there.

I tried that.  Should the antenna be a closed loop or open?

 SD> Hope this helps a little.

 Well, my hope is that I'll learn SOMEthing by discusing this with others. 
Who knows, if there are enough of us around Fidonet might never die.

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