RV TV
Wanting some type satellite tv for our trips. Seems very limited and expensive options are all we have. Mostly camping in rural areas, so regular over the air not very feasible. Is it suck it up time ...
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Well, for something totally different, there is "free to air" satellite TV (aka "FTA"). Needs a receiver specifically for FTA and a dish that is at least 36" dia. I just bought an FTA receiver for a 39" dish I already had and am now watching some channels and shows from all over the place, many in English. I am hooked and will probably take it camping. You won't get regular shows like Survivor, DWTS, History channel, etc. but there def. is some fascinating and entertaining stuff like Velocity channel, PBS, documentaries and more, some which is from around the world. It's actually pretty cool!
Takes a while to understand how the various satellite signals work, which ones have adequate signal strength/quality, what shows are available and how to set up and aim a dish. Unless you get a motor to automatically turn the dish (not recommended for camping due to setup time), you'll have to choose which satellite you want. Or for more advanced users, set up a 2nd dish or learn how to mount 2 or more LNBs on a dish. Not exactly a 2 minute setup and go watch TV affair tho. Will take $200-$300 to get what you need and could set it up at home to figure out how it all works. Best part is no subscription fees and it's all legal.
Takes a while to understand how the various satellite signals work, which ones have adequate signal strength/quality, what shows are available and how to set up and aim a dish. Unless you get a motor to automatically turn the dish (not recommended for camping due to setup time), you'll have to choose which satellite you want. Or for more advanced users, set up a 2nd dish or learn how to mount 2 or more LNBs on a dish. Not exactly a 2 minute setup and go watch TV affair tho. Will take $200-$300 to get what you need and could set it up at home to figure out how it all works. Best part is no subscription fees and it's all legal.
