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Joe_Marine
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May 01, 2014

Winguard Satellites

I purchased a automatic rotating antenna this past November, to be installed on my new 2014 Thor Hurricane 32A. I also bought the Direct TV box, cables, and mounting bracket, and installation fee, all for close to a $1000.00. I did this as we were preparing to go full time. Well, we are now full time, and 2 days ago I had Direct TV come to turn on my service. I was informed that the satellite and box were outdated by at least 3 years, and could not be used. Also, the wiring CW did is not correct. The Direct TV installer gave me a new box and was able to install it thru the DVD system. The satellite is able to lock on one TV satellite, but that is all. I called CW Garner, NC and asked to speak to the store manager. I got a store clerk instead. She tried to be helpful, and was constantly putting me on hold trying to get answers. finally, I was informed that this was the equipment CW sold, and nothing could be done. I am a ELITE/LIFE Good Sam member, and have bought 3 NEW RVs in 3 years from CW and I do not expect to be cheated this way. Any help would be appreciated. THANKS!!

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  • I do not believe that the carryout is hd compatible, but it should get sd broadcasting just fine. BTW directv installers do not have a clue about rv installations. You need to learn all the ins and outs yourself if you want to have a successful experience. Not really sure what your referring to about installation? The carryout is as i understand designed to be placed somewhere outsideand you then run an extension cord out to power it and one coax cable from it to the satellite box. What am i missing here?
  • the antenna is Wingard Carryout SKU 99048609, the Direct TV box is model #D12-100.
  • What model of antenna did you get? Travler SWM or something else? The swm version is the only one that has been in the pipeline for well over a year now
    You sure did not supply enough informaton to go on please give us more!

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