A:AnswerThe short answer is yes. The antenna needs its wire plugged into the back of the radio. My suggestion is replace the old power antenna with a new power antenna. I once worked at an aftermarket car stereo shop, and we would either replace the entire power antenna unit, or we would replace the broken mast with a new one. You should check with the Bestbuy Geek Squad for further options.
A:AnswerI would say no. I bought it for my weather radio (VHF) same as boat. My weather radio has great signal when used 3 feet outside front door. But right inside door, nothing. This antenna decreased the static, but could not make out any words from the weather station. Need a higher gain.
A:AnswerTechnically all antennas are electric, but if you mean a powered antenna, then no it is not. Powered antennas are either ones that extend and retract when the tuner is powered on or if they are amplified.
