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Cable hookup to laptop

Trying to save room and I think surely there is a simple way to hook my laptop to the cable outlet in the rv. I know I need a cable on the outside From the rig to the campground hookup. What I need to know is what to do on the inside to be able to ...

Cross-Platform Calendar app recommendations?

Hello, all.I'm looking for a calendar app that can easily sync between my (windows) PC, and android tablet and phone. May as well throw the SO's Iphone in the mix as well.Recommendations?I don't need anything too complex, just reminders of what my ap...

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USB Ports, Adapters

Seems that many add-on devices for desktop and laptop computers now connect to USB ports (mouse, keyboard, external hard drive, printers, etc.). They make USB port adapters that can convert one port into four. Do each of these additional new ports ha...

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Roof mounted Carryout

I plan to install a Winegard Carryout G2 with the roof mount feet. How should I caulk it up and which sealant should I use. I know not to use silicone so what's the best? Do I smear sealant under the feet and on top or just on top? I do not want this...

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Cellular phone Coverage

I just completed a five day/3,000 mile trip. We had great service everywhere with our Sprint, Verizon, and T-Mobile devices. The only exception was in a Florida park where the T-Mobile hotspot failed to connect. I realize this is an unscientific r...

TomG2 by Explorer
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Portable Automatic Satellite to use with Direct TV

So to my understanding if I want a Portable Automatic Satellite to use with Direct TV Standard definition my choices are either the Winegard Carryout G2 or the King Quest.Here are my questions:Is this correct or are there others?What are the pros a...

Internet Browser Change??

I travel with an older Dell Windows Vista laptop in my trailer. My browser was Google Chrome. I was notified that Google Chrome will no longer be suppoirted for those using XP or Vista.. any suggestions other than MS Internet Explorer as a browser t...

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iPad Air 2

I give up. I am trying to download the escapees day's end directory into my new iPad Air 2. I have the pages app installed on my desktop. When I download the file off the day's end website all appears to be going fine. When I try to open the document...

Dish TV in the RV

So the wife and I decided that we would like to take Dish TV with us on our summer camping trips. I did the research which left a couple questions and trying to decide which antenna is a nightmare. I've read the reviews, they are either "everything i...

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Winegard G2 vs. G2 plus

Other than the one coax cable for G2+vs two cables for the g2 is there any difference? I'm asking about what's under the dome, the dimensions are the same for both units. I'm seeing about $100 difference in price.

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Able to watch home networks anywhere!

DW and I have decided to become cord cutters!We cancelled our Directv account, but DW liked her DVR. We looked around and found this Tablo OTA DVR.It records any OTA channels we get. ALSO, we can access it from anywhere if we have sufficient internet...

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Another good New Braunfels Experience

This morning I was up on the roof of the MH to install a 360 Siphon Vent. I had purchased the vent a couple of months ago at the Camping World in New Braunfels, TX. The vent install was fairly easy. When I was finishing up and trying to stand up I ac...

Weather Radio?

Was wondering if any one uses and could recommend a good quality Weather Radio for inside a TT.For a portable unit, I've been looking at the Midland 54VP2 http://www.buytwowayradios.com/products/midland/midland-hh54vp2.aspxOr the Sangean CL-100 Table...

Directv emergency

Just got set up in Florence Or. and realized I had passed out of my last local channel area so I called to update my service address.After about an hour of trying this and that the tech informed me that local channels will not be available. Now this ...

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