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Re: Cell Phone question??
Bumpyroad wrote: Dutch_12078 wrote: Maximum Signal makes the Max-Amp series of cell amplifier/repeaters that work exceptionally well, often even where other brands fail. that link sez it works on a 53 ft RV. if you have a 54 foot one I guess you are out of luck. bumpy Means you have 25 to 35 feet coverage from Omni directional interior antenna. You do not have to stand within like 1 or 2 feet like the others on the market.300Views0likes0CommentsRe: GPS advise
diver57 wrote: hello I was looking for a hand held GPS or maybe and app that does not use data when using it. I need this for when I pull into a city and go for a bike ride or a walk, so I know how to get back to my starting point. If using a cellular device for GPS , there are couple things to keep in mind . 1) The use of data is a must with any GPS app to work . 2) It will not be as accurate as an actual GPS as it Triangulates the cellular towers in your vicinity for location . A GPS device uses an actual satellite so it is more accurate.199Views0likes0CommentsRe: First road trip with new/old mh
photobug wrote: Just got home from the first long road trip with our new/old rv. On the whole a pretty positive trip, although there are some issues, both on my part and the rv along with. Starting with the coach weighing in at a bit over 12k lbs, the v10 worked well going through the mountains and around twisty hills. Gas milage was around 8 mpg so I wasn't all that thrilled about that. Only major issue was the heater core let go, blowing coolant inside the cab. $700 and an overnight stay, it was fixed, but still a bit an odor can be detected once in a while. Also had a check engine light on, codes show its an exhaust oxygen monitor sensor. Since the unit has a banks power pack system on it, the sensor is an aftermarket, they couldn't fix it, said it was wired wrong. Have to find someone that can look at it extra stuff I added LED turn signals, turn white when not in use, worked really well lighting up street signs and stuff. need to get relay swapped out, causes hyperflashing otherwise. LED driving lights, worked well. Amazon reviews had people complaining they got wet inside, I sealed all openings with black rtv before installing them, worked like a charm. DirecTV hr24 / Wineguard G2+ dish worked really well, took several minutes to align, but it takes me longer than that to do the manual one anyways. Got good signal every where I went ( 1-5 rt 101 along the coast) HR 24 dvr eventually worked after some messing with it each time. lost programing once, but refresh from web site brought it back. Receiver doesn't like being unplugged, nor booted up with an antenna not aligned. Bitched the whole time about loss of signal, ran through the signal strength option, which showed signal on both receivers, mysteriously I now had a picture, imagine that. Cell phone booster This one is probably my fault. Booster runs on 12v, removed the tv plug and hooked up a 110v adapter, plugged into 110v coach plug. Problem is, I usually need the booster while driving, and the 110v only works while on shore power or generator, not while moving. Antenna is a magnetic mount, which I'm assuming need some of the metal body as part of the antenna. Problem is, my roof is aluminum, over wood frame, not enough magnetic grip strength to hold on, and the antenna kept falling down. I did see some company that sells 6" dia steel disks for mounting such antenna on fiberglass. Probably dig up something similar paint it, and glue it to the roof. That should fix that problem. WiFi booster only one place we stopped at that said they had wifi, but couldn't pick it up, booted up system, raised antenna (which is mounted on the tv antenna) still no signal. Phone didn't have 4g signal either, so no hotspot. (rebooted phone, 4g showed up. Stupid systems) Next morning, forgot to lower antenna, remembered several hours later. TV antenna mount missing pin, wouldn't lower all the way. Secured it for rest of the trip, have to look at it later. New Stereo/SiriusXm I've had the sirius system for several years, just a new installation on the mh. Car toys wanted to mount it on the van fender, would have blocked signal from most directions with overhead cab. had it mounted on roof. system worked as usual, doesn't like trees, but I knew that. I'd still recommend the system for anyone traveling outside city broadcast areas. One thing I hadn't considered is road noise blocks out a lot of the midrange audio sound. especially when the volume isn't turned up too much. mid range and tweeters mounted in the doors. Haven't found a good place to mount subwoofers yet. Bike rack worked awesome. Hitch mounted type that has rails to hold wheels and hook to clamp to frame. Didn't even notice they were there, easy to access, secure when mounted. They do block the backup camera somewhat, so I'll have to look into a different place to put the camera. Backup camera worked ok, but as mentioned was partially blocked by the bike rack. Could have used some more light back there in the dark. looking at a location to mount bigger reverse lights. GPS a must for road trips, but the biggest issue is the routing taking me off the freeway and running me through downtown. Caught it several times telling me to exit 2-3 exits earlier than necessary. Don't really want to cut through an alley with a 26' mh when 100' further would have kept me on the main road. not sure how to fix this, maybe contact garmin to see if they can help. Only other thing that bugged me was the outside mirrors, the support arm is a bit loose and they'd move every time you close the doors. didn't see any adjustment or tightening screws. something to look into. wish I had power mirrors. Most hated sign... lane ends, merge right. stupid highways :P Great ground plane for antenna? if you are a handyman . Bet you have some old circular saw blades hanging in your garage . Put out of sight on roof . Adhere with a couple dabs of silicone and you are all set . Because of the thickness of the metal . Makes an amazing ground plane.376Views0likes0CommentsRe: Cyber Monday special!
Bill.Satellite wrote: If there is such a thing, I need an antenna that will work with both Sprint data and Verizon voice and data. The Maximum Signal website says you need an antenna for your specific carrier. Not sure what's what. Must be a typo somewhere then . Never have written that . One thing . There are a couple of Sprint frequencies not covered . The old Nextel frequencies and the old Wimax Frequencies . It is illegal at this time to build an amplifier for those frequencies ( 800 mhz and 2500 mhz ). The reason is that those frequencies are also used by emergency services. I have only seen them implemented by Sprint in Urban Areas for overflow at this time.209Views0likes0CommentsRe: AMAZON LAPTOP BATTERY Ripped Off Again!
This forum is a great tool . Before making a purchase from either vendor . I would asked in the forum if anyone had dealt with them and how was the product . I would have also asked if anyone had dealt with any battery vendor that the were very satisfied with the product and service.492Views0likes0CommentsRe: Is there such thing as a satellite radio antenna boaster?
Bumpyroad wrote: Maxi Signal wrote: Heard this was a good aftermarket antenna http://www.digitalantenna.com/prods/satelliteradioantenna.html so how much $$$ is it? don't understand the 250 miles off shore statement. doesn't sirius signal come from above, not from land based source? what is the footprint of a sirius signal? bumpy Isn't satellite service done with spot beams? I suspect The two hundred refers to the center of the spot beam . The spot beams would be focused on land that is why they seem to be referring to marine use as the signals would need help out there. For price you would need to ask the vendor . I deal with the marine industry for my product as it gives additional coverage offshore . That is how I learned about the product.394Views0likes0Comments
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