In a message of , Matt Smith (1:3644/8) writes:
 MS>PG> I have a Realistic DX-160 shortwave receiver in a basement.  The 
 MS>PG> landlord won't let me put up an antenna, so I use the metal  MS>
 MS>    What I'd try first (easier, cheaper if it works): just snake some 
 MS>insulated wire around baseboards and doorframes to the upstairs and run 
 MS>it around the baseboards.  Or fish it into the attic and run it around 
 MS>up there.
Good suggestions!
He might also try the previously suggested rotator cable with 4 conductors 
twisted at the ends to make one long wire and placed under a carpet.
We had one participant here that used to do satellite communications from a 
basement location.
Fred.
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