ladydode100 Posted January 6, 2014 Share Posted January 6, 2014 Can anyone advise me which might be a good way to get a decent signal in the lakes on our tv,the last time we went we couldn t receive anything, don't want anything fancy, just able to watch some programmes and news etc. thanks Dode. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bspks Posted January 6, 2014 Share Posted January 6, 2014 (edited) As long as there's reasonable strength signals then a directional aerial (group T - wideband with 4G cutoff) will do the trick. Make sure you mount it correctly horizontally or vertically as appropriate for the local transmitter. You can check the tv reception by going to the Wolfbane digital tv reception checker web site and inputting the postcode of the site. If it says there is no or very weak reception, your only option is Freesat or Free-to- Air satellite. Edited January 6, 2014 by bspks Quote Ssangyong Korando Sports SX / Adria Altea 472DS Eden Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ladydode100 Posted January 6, 2014 Author Share Posted January 6, 2014 Ok bspks, so do you know a basic set up and how much? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bspks Posted January 7, 2014 Share Posted January 7, 2014 (edited) Ok bspks, so do you know a basic set up and how much? For satellite here http://www. amazon. co. uk/Digital-Satellite-Receiver-channels-caravan/dp/B000XNXWPY/ref=pd_sim_sbs_sg_2 and here http://www. ebay. co. uk/itm/Sky-satellite-dish-quad-LNB-tripod-stand-kit-portable-camping-caravan-/350586795380 or here http://www. ebay. co. uk/itm/12v-PORTABLE-CARAVAN-MOTORHOME-HD-SATELLITE-KIT-CAMPING-12-VOLT-or-MAINS-/321279840191 For TV aerial here http://www. amazon. co. uk/DIGITAL-WIDEBAND-PERIODIC-L20U-Motorhome/dp/B00723MI94#productDescription plus pole http://www. caravanaccessoryshop. co. uk/product/jockey-wheel-mast/1730 Hope this helps Edited January 7, 2014 by bspks Quote Ssangyong Korando Sports SX / Adria Altea 472DS Eden Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vin Blanc Posted January 8, 2014 Share Posted January 8, 2014 (edited) Did you see this previous thread? Here Item might be a touch pricey but will help to remove much of the guesswork for newcomers to satellite. Vin Blanc NB - Just noticed that the package does not include Satellite receiver which makes it a bit more than just "pricey". Edited January 8, 2014 by Vin Blanc Quote It is sometimes better to say nothing and be thought a fool, than to speak out and have it proven! Frontera 3. 2L V6 4x4 tugging Compass Magnum Classic 540 (quite easily!) Tripod mounted 57cm "Arcon Multi" prime focus dish - Humax Foxsat HD Recorder. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ladydode100 Posted January 8, 2014 Author Share Posted January 8, 2014 Thanks everyone. Dode. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rodders53 Posted January 8, 2014 Share Posted January 8, 2014 Read this page - written by a professional aerial installer. .. http://www. aerialsandtv. com/touringaerials. html It gives good practical advice throughout the site. Use the digitaluk website to find the likely transmitter(s) to try which is based on the UK's Spectrum Planning experts data. DiUK - tick 'detailed view'. Enter 'caravan' or a partial of the site name in the number box to get the most accurate data back as postcodes can cover a wide area in countryside locations. Wolfbane can be wrong sometimes suggesting the 'nearest transmitter' when it does not send signals towards that location (I believe it assumes omnidirectional transmissions from all sites). It can also be over-pessimistic and recommends over-large aerial arrays and amplifiers when they are not necessary. Quote 2012 Bailey Pegasus 2 Rimini towed by 2019 Ford Galaxy Titanium X, 2.0 EcoBlue, 8 speed auto. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bspks Posted January 8, 2014 Share Posted January 8, 2014 (edited) I would agree that Wolfbane is sometimes overly pessimistic, and quite often when it recommends a high gain aerial a normal status aerial will work just fine, but many other reception guides I have tried tend to lean the other way and report likely good reception when a caravan one is just not a high enough gain or isn't mounted high enough to get a usable signal. It's one of those damned if you do, damned if you don't scenarios unfortunately. Edited January 8, 2014 by bspks Quote Ssangyong Korando Sports SX / Adria Altea 472DS Eden Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
R we there Posted January 8, 2014 Share Posted January 8, 2014 (edited) When we were in Scotland last year & struggled to get a satellite signal & the freeview channels where few & far between, my wife discovered that with her MiFi & the laptop she could watch a lot more channels on line. . http://www. ukfree. tv/allchannels. php Forgot to say that we have bought a Mini Hdmi to normal Hdmi cable & by connecting the laptop to the tv you can watch the picture onto the tv screen. . Edited January 8, 2014 by R we there Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
matelodave Posted January 8, 2014 Share Posted January 8, 2014 only works if there's a decent phone signal, fast enough data speed and you've got an unlimited data package otherwise you might get a nasty shock when the bill comes in Quote 2018 S-Max Titanium 2. 0 Tdci (177. 54bhp,180ps,132kw) Powershift + 2015 Unicorn III Cadz, Ventura Marlin porch awning Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ladydode100 Posted January 15, 2014 Author Share Posted January 15, 2014 Does anyone know anything about a maxview caravan/motorhome t v ariel? would it be worth considering a used one? Thanks Dode Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ianto133 Posted January 15, 2014 Share Posted January 15, 2014 Does anyone know anything about a maxview caravan/motorhome t v ariel? would it be worth considering a used one? Thanks Dode Hi Dode,We used to use a Maxview B2001 compact high gain aerial on our canal boat, we had now problems with it round the country, and I know my sister uses one with her motorhome. The aerial dismantles quite easily for storage Ian Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vin Blanc Posted January 15, 2014 Share Posted January 15, 2014 If you plan to visit places like the Lake District with lots of high hills to block terrestrial TV ("Freeview") reception, then you would be far better off with a Satellite set up receiving "Freesat" or "Free to Air" channels (all are free). I am guessing that the Maxview kit you refer to could well be this one Maxview Omnisat Satellite kit which comes with a 54cm dish and an "Easifind" LNB. I’ve read both good and bad reports about the Easifind kit so the choice is yours. There are other ways to save on cost e. g smaller dish, cheap receiver etc. , but at the end of the day you get just what you pay for! Personally, I would avoid motorised self seeking roof mounted dishes which sound great but tend to be mega expensive and are limited to where you park the van or motorhome. Far better with a tripod mounted dish to avoid trees and buildings etc. Aiming a dish is quite easy once you get the hang of it and with satellite you don't have to re-tune your receiver at each different location. . Vin Blanc Quote It is sometimes better to say nothing and be thought a fool, than to speak out and have it proven! Frontera 3. 2L V6 4x4 tugging Compass Magnum Classic 540 (quite easily!) Tripod mounted 57cm "Arcon Multi" prime focus dish - Humax Foxsat HD Recorder. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Swizz Posted January 15, 2014 Share Posted January 15, 2014 Can anyone advise me which might be a good way to get a decent signal in the lakes on our tv,the last time we went we couldn t receive anything, don't want anything fancy, just able to watch some programmes and news etc. thanks Dode. . You have not mentioned your home set up, Freeview or satellite ? I just take my home freesat Humax HDR & a portable dish which I set up as per http://www. satelliteforcaravans. co. uk/index. htm David Quote Swizz Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ladydode100 Posted January 15, 2014 Author Share Posted January 15, 2014 Thanks everyone. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ladydode100 Posted January 15, 2014 Author Share Posted January 15, 2014 Sorry Swizz its freeview. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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