On 29/06/2020 12:36, CD wrote:
On 29/06/2020 12:10, Chris Hogg wrote:
Are you sure it gets its time signal from NPL Althorne? I ask because
I have a Roberts radio, much more recent than yours by the sound of
it, that gets its timing from the DAB signal. If the DAB signal is not
available, you have to set the time manually and hope it keeps
correct.

Yes, it's pre DAB. I downloaded the manual that confirms it gets the MSF
signal.

If you're certain yours gets its signal from Althorne, then try just
moving the radio to a different place in the house, as in the past

I did go from down to upstairs but will try other locations.

Does your radio have a telescopic aerial?

It's a loose wire affair, common on clock radios. It gets FM on this OK.

Is 60kHz medium wave? I'm pretty rusty on that sort of
thing.

Not sure, maybe it has another antenna for the MSF?



I have a Roberts radio alarm clock that uses the MSF signal. On the
back it has a detachable aerial for the MSF which can be positioned for
the best signal.

Whilst I like the idea of the clock being accurate, I have never thought
that it worked very well. Some time ago whilst walking in Luxembourg I
saw a similar radio in a shop, with a different brand name!


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Michael Chare