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SDM
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Mar 17, 2017

Dish tripod

Going to use Direct tv dish. Is a high quality tripod worth the money? Look at one on TV4RV. Is pricey but looks good.
  • Is this the correct LNB? It is only $22.00 so it can't hurt to try it, especially if I don't have to use my HUGE dish for the RV. I have a spare 21V power inserter already.

    This One?
  • HTElectrical wrote:
    Is this the correct LNB?
    Yes. That's the same one on my Slimline. I can't vouch for its use with any other dish. The Slim's do get heavy and bulky to cart around, have to admit that.

    If you move a lot I think you'll find the more expensive tripod easier to deal with.
  • I have a good tripod, but haven't had to use it for years. I fabricated a bracket, and attached a 2" conduit along the back right side of my Toy Hauler. Use my ramp and cables with a 6' step to install and adjust the dish, and then just use the RV ladder to get on roof to remove. Works out pretty well. I will bring my tripod if I am camping in a location with possible obstructions to the Sats.

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