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mr-tom
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I get random radio broadcasts coming from my logitech speakers when they are turned on but with no volume. Why is this?
Why do my speakers pick up radio stations?
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Discussion Overview
The discussion revolves around the phenomenon of speakers picking up radio stations, particularly focusing on the reasons behind this occurrence and potential environmental factors influencing it. The scope includes technical explanations and anecdotal experiences related to audio equipment and radio interference.
Discussion Character
- Technical explanation, Anecdotal experiences, Debate/contested
Main Points Raised
- One participant suggests that the speakers are poorly made, with internal wiring acting as an antenna and circuit components enabling demodulation, leading to amplified radio signals.
- Another participant inquires about the setup, asking if the speakers are used at home, connected to a computer, and whether the radio interference persists when unplugged.
- A different participant shares an experience where a building's frame received radio waves, causing devices with microphones or speakers to pick up nearby broadcasts.
- Another anecdote mentions the construction of a Faraday cage around a computer to mitigate interference from a powerful radio station, indicating that such occurrences are not uncommon in proximity to strong radio signals.
Areas of Agreement / Disagreement
Participants present various explanations and experiences, indicating that there is no consensus on a single cause for the issue. Multiple competing views and anecdotal evidence remain in the discussion.
Contextual Notes
Limitations include the lack of specific details on the speaker design, environmental factors affecting radio reception, and the potential influence of nearby radio antennas.