Receiver works well. Easy to connect. Take your time placing/installing the antennae.
While I know the manufacturer "suggests" where to locate the antennae (roof) I decided to try what was easy first and thus far it's been a success. I have an older model Camry 4-Dr Sedan with a relatively flat trunk lid which is where I opted to place the antennae. I placed the antennae centered on the trunk lid at a point closest to the back window with the wiring facing the back windshield. I fed the wiring up under the trunk lid and used zip ties to anchor the wiring to the underneath side of the trunk lid and down the hinge (I opted for the passenger side) and then began to feed the wiring through the trunk and under trim work until I reach under the passenger side of the dash where I secured the receiver and connected the wiring.
Things to watch for using this location for the antennae are 1) Will I experience any interference with the stock antennae in the back window of the car? 2) Will there be an instance when I have a weak signal because the trunk lid is blocked by the roof? 3) Will the trunk lid pinch the antennae wire that I run under the lid between the car's molding for the trunk?
Thus far I've had no issues with the signal and I see no signs of the wire being pinched.
What I like about this location is it required no mod to the car and no major work of removing and reinstalling a window seal. I also like that if "for whatever reason" I want to conceal the antennae I can simply open the trunk and put stick on the underneath side of the trunk lid until I am ready to use again. Such an example would be an automated car wash where I might want to tuck away the antennae until I am done. If I follow the suggested installation I can't do this. But best of all the installation was simple. I'll keep it this way until I start experiencing issues.
| Item Weight | 8.8 ounces |
|---|---|
| Product Dimensions | 0.7 x 3.42 x 2 inches |
| Item model number | SXV300v1 |
| Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
| Display Type | Lcd,Lcd Touchscreen,Touch,Touch Screen |
| Wireless Remote | No |
| Warranty | 1 Year Warranty |
| Weight | 0.4 Pounds |
