F5F Stay Refreshed Hardware Desktop The Bluetooth connection is quite weak over distance.

The Bluetooth connection is quite weak over distance.

The Bluetooth connection is quite weak over distance.

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runner123467
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04-18-2021, 12:45 PM
#1
The BT range isn't performing well, even close to the antenna. Audio drops noticeably with BT headphones, stopping for a brief moment before resuming. Placing a hand on my earbuds eliminates the sound completely. I've tested various devices, but they all face this problem. WiFi works better, and using headphones on my phone is seamless, even in different rooms. I have a B460M Pro4 with this WiFi card, and I've updated drivers and connected the antenna. Anyone have suggestions for alternatives?
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runner123467
04-18-2021, 12:45 PM #1

The BT range isn't performing well, even close to the antenna. Audio drops noticeably with BT headphones, stopping for a brief moment before resuming. Placing a hand on my earbuds eliminates the sound completely. I've tested various devices, but they all face this problem. WiFi works better, and using headphones on my phone is seamless, even in different rooms. I have a B460M Pro4 with this WiFi card, and I've updated drivers and connected the antenna. Anyone have suggestions for alternatives?

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EilaMummo
Member
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04-18-2021, 05:41 PM
#2
It looks like you're checking if I attached the antenna correctly to the WiFi card.
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EilaMummo
04-18-2021, 05:41 PM #2

It looks like you're checking if I attached the antenna correctly to the WiFi card.

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ToToGGamer_PvP
Junior Member
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05-06-2021, 10:30 AM
#3
I understand the antenna's behavior too. When you take it out, the signal gets worse.
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ToToGGamer_PvP
05-06-2021, 10:30 AM #3

I understand the antenna's behavior too. When you take it out, the signal gets worse.

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blackceaser
Member
119
05-12-2021, 03:02 PM
#4
Based on the setup, when you leave the device, is there a gap between it and the antenna? It might help to check if maintaining a direct line of sight improves performance. You could also try exposing the internal WiFi card with your side panel to see if that makes a difference. Just for testing purposes.
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blackceaser
05-12-2021, 03:02 PM #4

Based on the setup, when you leave the device, is there a gap between it and the antenna? It might help to check if maintaining a direct line of sight improves performance. You could also try exposing the internal WiFi card with your side panel to see if that makes a difference. Just for testing purposes.

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BrightPatty_03
Junior Member
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05-12-2021, 04:36 PM
#5
The device is positioned near the antennas. If I angle my PC with the antennas facing me, it helps, though it doesn’t always fix the problem. I’ll test without the side panel, but the issue isn’t consistent, making it tough to tell if it improves things.
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BrightPatty_03
05-12-2021, 04:36 PM #5

The device is positioned near the antennas. If I angle my PC with the antennas facing me, it helps, though it doesn’t always fix the problem. I’ll test without the side panel, but the issue isn’t consistent, making it tough to tell if it improves things.

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crazyant
Member
165
05-14-2021, 09:03 AM
#6
It might be due to software limitations in Windows Bluetooth compared to MacOS, iOS, and Android. Could the connection cable or port be damaged or misaligned for the antenna wire? Are there nearby devices such as microwaves, wireless speakers, or baby monitors that could disrupt the signal?
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crazyant
05-14-2021, 09:03 AM #6

It might be due to software limitations in Windows Bluetooth compared to MacOS, iOS, and Android. Could the connection cable or port be damaged or misaligned for the antenna wire? Are there nearby devices such as microwaves, wireless speakers, or baby monitors that could disrupt the signal?

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Ph3lipp3_
Member
54
06-05-2021, 07:31 AM
#7
If the BT headphones connect to your phone, the issue might lie with the Intel card. I use an HTPC connected to my TV with an internal Intel Wi-Fi BT module. There are no problems with Bluetooth and Sennheiser earbuds, even at 10 meters in the kitchen—signal strength remains strong. Since Wi-Fi works fine, the antenna is likely properly installed. You could replace the card and test again, or keep the faulty one if needed.
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Ph3lipp3_
06-05-2021, 07:31 AM #7

If the BT headphones connect to your phone, the issue might lie with the Intel card. I use an HTPC connected to my TV with an internal Intel Wi-Fi BT module. There are no problems with Bluetooth and Sennheiser earbuds, even at 10 meters in the kitchen—signal strength remains strong. Since Wi-Fi works fine, the antenna is likely properly installed. You could replace the card and test again, or keep the faulty one if needed.

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Alansote03
Member
92
06-09-2021, 08:47 AM
#8
I don't believe it's software. My laptop, which also has an AX200 (probably integrated into the CPU so it can't be swapped), is working fine. I don't notice any issues with the connector. The photo I took yesterday might help, and I could take another one tomorrow since the top connector isn't visible clearly. The only possibility is my Wi-Fi router being close to my PC—my PC is on the other side of the monitor, and the router is behind that monitor.
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Alansote03
06-09-2021, 08:47 AM #8

I don't believe it's software. My laptop, which also has an AX200 (probably integrated into the CPU so it can't be swapped), is working fine. I don't notice any issues with the connector. The photo I took yesterday might help, and I could take another one tomorrow since the top connector isn't visible clearly. The only possibility is my Wi-Fi router being close to my PC—my PC is on the other side of the monitor, and the router is behind that monitor.

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Lineheads
Member
51
06-29-2021, 05:24 PM
#9
I’d rather save money unless it’s essential. I observed only one antenna is functional for the Bluetooth link, while the other seems inactive—perhaps Wi-Fi will handle it later.
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Lineheads
06-29-2021, 05:24 PM #9

I’d rather save money unless it’s essential. I observed only one antenna is functional for the Bluetooth link, while the other seems inactive—perhaps Wi-Fi will handle it later.

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LadyErinicorn
Member
150
06-29-2021, 10:23 PM
#10
It seems you're looking at two devices—one for Bluetooth and one for Wi-Fi. If the antenna is connected to the Wi-Fi antenna, it won't affect Bluetooth performance and vice versa. Another idea is setting up a Linux USB boot drive with a newer model that includes Bluetooth, to check if the issue lies in software rather than hardware.
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LadyErinicorn
06-29-2021, 10:23 PM #10

It seems you're looking at two devices—one for Bluetooth and one for Wi-Fi. If the antenna is connected to the Wi-Fi antenna, it won't affect Bluetooth performance and vice versa. Another idea is setting up a Linux USB boot drive with a newer model that includes Bluetooth, to check if the issue lies in software rather than hardware.