How does this work? TV antenna

[SCADAMAN29325]

This is where the TV antenna is. I would imagine that is either push, pull or twist.

[IAMICHABOD]

When I bought my RV it had a Winegard Batwing that was not working, I cleaned up all connections and tested to see if it was broken, it was,so I replaced it with a new Batwing Head then ran a Channel Scan I was not impressed with the amount of channels that I got. This was done in my driveway here in the south bay of So Calif about 30 miles from the transmitters, using my SensarPro.

I then went out and got a Wingman add on, that put my channel scan up to 85,but I had a clearance problem with the Wingman,it hit my A/C.

So I opted to put a Jack Antenna and my channel scan went up to 174





I always get beat up by the techies, The debate will go on and on, but I know what works best for me,in the real world.

[Tom_M1]

Since your antenna is almost 30 years old, I would suggest replacing the whole assembly. Your present antenna is probably a Winegard Sensar II. The latest is a Sensar IV. The Sensar IV has an added UHF element that sticks out the front. If you decide to upgrade, check your present antenna and make sure there is room for the new antenna when it is stowed. The Sensar IV is considered the best RV antenna. Also make sure that your coax cable and connectors are in good condition.

Here's a link to a Sensar IV assembly on Amazon:
Winegard Sensar IV on Amazon.

[CA_Traveler]

bukhrn wrote:
Have you been on the roof? Is there even an antenna up there?

Good one - LOL

[bobndot]

Would replacing it using a new King antenna be a better antenna ? Anybody know ?

If deciding on going the solar route:
Replacing larger , weathered , old tech antenna with a smaller head new digital model which would leave more roof space for solar panels. The newer tech King might also draw less 12v power from ur coach battery bank. Something to consider , especially if boondocking is your plan.

There is a video of a direct swap , installing a new King.

Replacing old tv antenna with a King

[bukhrn]

Have you been on the roof? Is there even an antenna up there?

[SCADAMAN29325]

Thank you again!!!

[IAMICHABOD]

enblethen wrote:
Missing spring!

does it come with the spring?
Answer:
Yes, the spring is included in the RP-6200 kit.
By Winegard Company Manufacturer on September 27, 2017
Yes it should be included in the kit
By Tom Hackert on September 26, 2017
Hi yes it does. Thank you
By Carl's RV Parts & Service Seller on September 26, 2017
Yes it does.
By Amazon Customer on September 27, 2017

In kit referenced above.

[enblethen]

Missing spring!

[CA_Traveler]

With the missing parts, consider possible additional issues.

[IAMICHABOD]

Dusty R wrote:
It's missing a crank & dial, that cranks up the antenna and turns it, it's directional, if I'm remembering right.

It looks like it is missing These parts to move it around and the Handle to crank it up

[enblethen]

This manual should help.
Winegard sensar

[Dusty_R]

It's missing a crank & dial, that cranks up the antenna and turns it, it's directional, if I'm remembering right.