{"product_id":"qbp230946","title":"Garmin Extended-Range VHF Antenna, For Astro 320, Up to 9 mi Range, 13 in","description":"\u003ch6\u003eOverview\u003c\/h6\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Garmin 010-10856-30 is an extended-range VHF antenna that measures 13 inches and replaces the standard antenna on an Astro 320 handheld. When conditions cooperate, it can add up to 9 miles of tracking range with compatible Garmin handhelds and collars.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis is the handheld tracking antenna, not a fixed-mount antenna for a marine VHF radio or AIS, and it does not tie into NMEA 2000 or your boat’s GPS system.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eOn the water, the extra length helps when the handheld is down at waist level in a cockpit or skiff. Keeping the antenna upright and out from under metal rails, hardtops, and T-top frames makes the biggest difference.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch6\u003eKey features\u003c\/h6\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExtended-range VHF tracking antenna for Garmin handheld dog tracking and training units\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e13-inch flexible whip style\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdds up to 9 miles of tracking range in favorable conditions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMade to replace the handheld’s standard antenna without any wiring or power requirements\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompatible with Astro 320 and commonly used across compatible Alpha, Astro, and PRO handheld models\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch6\u003eCompatibility and fit\u003c\/h6\u003e\u003cp\u003eUse this antenna on handheld dog tracking and training devices that accept the extended-range VHF antenna style. It is commonly paired with Astro handhelds such as the Astro 320 and Astro 220, and it is also used on compatible Garmin Alpha and PRO handheld units.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIf you are shopping for a boat radio antenna, AIS antenna, or a GPS antenna for a chartplotter, this is not the right part. This antenna is meant for the VHF tracking link between the handheld and the collar.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch6\u003eInstallation and setup\u003c\/h6\u003e\u003cp\u003eSwap it in place of the antenna already on your handheld, then snug it by hand. Avoid overtightening and avoid using tools that can damage the antenna base or the handheld’s antenna port.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFor best real-world range, keep the antenna as vertical as you can and try not to block it with your body. On a boat, step clear of hardtop supports and rails when you need maximum reach.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch6\u003eUse cases on board\u003c\/h6\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis antenna is a good match for hunters and guides running dogs around marsh edges, barrier islands, and back bays where the handheld may be used from a skiff, duck boat, or shoreline. It also makes sense for anyone who regularly tracks in cover and wants a longer antenna that stays flexible when the handheld is stowed or carried.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch6\u003eMaintenance and care\u003c\/h6\u003e\u003cp\u003eAfter exposure to salt spray, wipe the antenna down with fresh water and dry it before stowing. Check the base and connection point occasionally for grit or corrosion, and keep the handheld’s antenna port clean so the connection stays consistent.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Garmin","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52268984795317,"sku":"QBP230946","price":29.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0977\/8171\/1029\/files\/1298847_qbp230946.jpg?v=1771541285","url":"https:\/\/www.qualityboatparts.com\/products\/qbp230946","provider":"Quality Boat Parts","version":"1.0","type":"link"}