Mobile (Cell) phone interference ?

~Alan~ · Aug 21, 2010

I always carry my mobile phone with me when I am out detecting, but I have
heard some people say that it's not a good idea.
They reckon there's a possibility of interference getting into the detectors
circuitry.

Does anyone have any views on this, or positive evidence ?

Rudy · Aug 21, 2010

Depending on your cell phone model, the phone will "call home" periodically and handshake with the local cell to let it know its location. Also, the farther away it is from a cellular antenna tower, the stronger the signal it transmits.

My MXT doesn't seem to be affected by the above, but it sure gets annoyed when an incoming call comes in. :lol:

Cfmct · Aug 21, 2010

Yeah when my cell starts ringing it my pocket my detector goes crazy and then I start thinking something is wrong with my coil... I leave the phone in the truck now...

Vethraxx · Aug 21, 2010

The solution is turn it off untill you need it. All your calls will go to voice mail. Detecting is my 'fishing time' I don't want to be reached no way, no how.

sectshun8 · Aug 21, 2010

You know I've always wandered, but never really noticed any interference from the phone. Plus, if I keep it off that means I'm probly out doing something the g/f thinks I shouldnt. Not that I am, but if the phone is off thats the assumption :lol:

RickO · Aug 21, 2010

Hey Jimmy,
Do you think the same thing if the GF's phone is off??? :lol:

RickO

Mobile (Cell) phone interference ?

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