Pocket Radar becoming less effective

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Jun 19, 2016
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Anyone else noticing more and more interference on their pocket radar? I am talking about the cell tower interference where you can press the bottom and not be pointed at a moving object and get 53, 96, or some other value. It seems like the proliferation of next generation cell towers might turn my Smart Coach into an expensive paperweight.
 
Jun 19, 2016
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My DD's pitching coach lives way out in the country...and much to my dismay we started getting that issue down there. I will send pocket radar an email and see what they say.
 
Sep 22, 2015
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No issues with my Ball Coach Pocket Radar. I'm predominantly in a 4G area here in VA...if that matters? The only time I see an errant reading is when the refrigerator or dehumidifier kicks on while we're pitching or hitting in the basement. For example, my 12 year old DD was pitching in the basement tonight and perfectly timed the fridge kicking on as I'm catching within a few feet of it...she hit a personal best of 88 mph on a 2 seamer. I did what any decent softball Dad would do...took a pic and posted that sheesh to Fakebook. Thanks for the heads up though, I'll be keeping an eye out for more errant readings.

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May 18, 2019
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I live in silicon valley firmly in 5g country and relatively near a military base. We've always gotten an occasional errant reading (1 or 2 per session). I haven't noticed any increase in this occurring. It's easy to throw out.
 
May 16, 2016
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Had my Smart Coach set-up at our last lesson with audio readings turned on, and it started going crazy... 46mph... 46mph... 46mph... over and over... then I noticed someone was jumping rope in open area behind my DD... LOL
 
Dec 19, 2021
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5G for sure has an impact on some radar bands. The FAA currently has a directive out preventing some types of instrument landings at certain airports because of the 5G interference with radar altimeters. I heard there is a pause on 5G deployment near airports while that gets sorted out.
 

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