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KING VQ4500 Tailgater Portable/Roof Mountable Satellite TV Antenna (for use with DISH) , Gray , Western Arc Satellites

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Gray
Dual Output
TV Antenna
Antenna Television, Satellite
Brand KING
Color Gray

About this item

  • Portable satellite TV antenna for DISH service. Sign up for pay-as-you-go or add to your home DISH service
  • Use as either portable antenna or roof mounted (mounting feet included)
  • Supports multiple TV viewing with the built-in dual coaxial outputs (programming must be on the same satellite)
  • Fully automatic satellite acquisition of Western Arc satellites 110/119/129
  • Powered through receiver with no separate remote or power sourc
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Visible screen diagonal

1" / 3 cm


From the manufacturer

KING Quest Portable Satellite TV Antenna for use with DIRECTV

KING Tailgater Portable Satellite TV Antenna for use with DISH

Enjoy Crystal Clear Live TV Wherever Your Life Takes You

Enjoy live DISH HD TV wherever the fun takes you with the KING Tailgater Portable Satellite TV Antenna. Designed for sporting and outdoor enthusiasts, the KING Tailgater for DISH is ideal for watching the big game, news, weather or movies at tailgating parties, second homes, campsites, RV's and even backyards and garages. The automatic-aiming antenna is easy to set up and works right out of the box. Payment is simple, too. With no contracts and no extra fees, the pay-as-you-go plan from DISH only bills you for the months you use. When the season ends, simply cancel the satellite service at any time without penalty. Already have DISH at home? Just add the new Solo DISH HD receiver (required, sold separately) to your account for one bill. You'll never have to be without TV again. Call DISH to see if local channels are available in your area.

  • Exclusive for DISH HD/SD service
  • Use as either portable or roof mount – no additional brackets required
  • Supports multiple TV viewing
  • Automatic satellite acquisition
  • Powered over coax
  • Includes 50 feet of coax cable
  • DISH Solo HD Satellite Receiver required, not included
No-Hassle Satellite TV Anywhere

No-Hassle Satellite TV Anywhere

Weighing just 8 pounds, the portable and lightweight KING Tailgater for DISH is easy to carry and easy to set up. Simply plug the Tailgater antenna into a DISH Solo HD receiver (required, sold separately) with the included 50 feet coax cable and connect the satellite receiver to your TV. The Tailgater will automatically locate DISH satellites and deliver live HD TV in just minutes.

DISH Pay-As-You-Go Rate Plan

DISH Pay-As-You-Go Rate Plan

From the campsite to the stadium parking lot, you can watch HD TV wherever you go and only pay for the months you use with the DISH pay-as-you-go plan. Choose from several packages, and stop service any time without penalties, commitments, contracts or credit checks required. Just call DISH to restart your account. Call DISH to sign-up or to learn more about Pay-As-You-Go from DISH.

Already have DISH at home? Enjoy the same English or DISH LATINO programming package you enjoy at home when you're on the go. Simply add your Solo HD receiver (purchased separately) to your existing account. (Some restrictions may apply. Also, some channels may not be available, depending on your physical location.)

Use Anywhere Outdoors

Supports Multiple TV Viewing

 Easy Setup

Compatible Receivers

Use Anywhere Outdoors

Place your KING Tailgater anywhere outside with a clear view of the southern sky in the lower 48 states. (Optional) Permanently mount to the roof of an RV (no additional brackets required) or mount to the cab of a truck (require separately sold bracket).

Supports Multiple TV Viewing

KING Tailgater for DISH supports multiple TV viewing with dual output for two DISH receivers.

Easy Setup

Once connected, the KING Tailgater automatically finds DISH satellites. In approximately 15 minutes, view DISH programming on your TV screen.

Compatible Receivers

The KING Tailgater works with these specific models of DISH HD receivers: the Wally, Solo ViP 211z, ViP211k, ViP211 or 411. The Tailgater will not work with the DISH Hopper or other models not listed here. The special DISH receivers listed have embedded software that makes control of the Tailgater antenna easy for any user.

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4.6 out of 5 stars
1,841
4.2 out of 5 stars
820
4.6 out of 5 stars
1,841
4.6 out of 5 stars
1,841
Antenna Works With DIRECTV DISH DISH DIRECTV, DISH, Bell DISH DISH
Antenna Works in 48 States
Nationwide coverage, western and eastern satellites - - - -
Included Satellite Receiver - - - - Wally Wally
Included Remote Control - - - - RF RF
HD or SD Capable SD Only HD and SD HD and SD SD & HD (DISH & Bell), SD Only (DIRECTV) HD and SD HD and SD
Number of Receiver Outputs (for Multiple TV Viewing) 2 1 2 2 1 2
Portable Carry Handle
Permanent Roof Mountable
Stationary Use

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  • KING Tailgater Antenna, 50' Coaxial Cable, Owner's Manual, Quick Reference Guide
  • Product Description

    Take your DISH Satellite TV Service anywhere in the continental US! The new KING Tailgater is a fully automatic portable HD Satellite Antenna that sits on the ground OR permanently mounts to the roof of your RV. The Tailgater is ideal for RVers, sporting and outdoor enthusiasts, Tailgaters, Long haul truckers or anyone with an active mobile lifestyle. Enjoy SD or HD DISH Satellite programming no matter your destination (does not provide service while moving). Enjoy your favorite TV programing anywhere, anytime. Special DISH Solo HD Satellite receiver not included. Kit includes antenna and coax cable only. Compatible with DISH HD Solo receivers (411, 211, ViP211K and ViP211Z). DISH satellite service required; no long term contract necessary. Made in the USA.

    Customer reviews

    4.6 out of 5 stars
    4.6 out of 5
    1,841 global ratings

    Customers say

    Customers like the performance, ease of installation, value, picture quality and portability of the antenna. For example, they mention it works great anywhere, the Wally is simple to understand and it's well worth the money. That said, some complain about the signal strength.

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    168 customers mention126 positive42 negative

    Customers like the performance of the antenna. They say it works well, has simple setup, and does its job. Some mention that it works great anywhere with clear sky and reception. Overall, most are satisfied with the performance and functionality of the product.

    "I've had this for at least 4 yrs. Beat up, banged cracked dome. Works like brand new!" Read more

    "works great, set up easy....had DISH walk me through the final set up... I use it with my motorhome... I have Dish at home and only cost me an..." Read more

    "Works much better than my older dish and quiet! which is important when placed on the roof of my motorhome." Read more

    "...and my home TV and it seemed to be going ok with setup, UNTIL, it was restarting, and it was doing a check, when it reverted back to attempting to..." Read more

    139 customers mention125 positive14 negative

    Customers find the installation of the antenna to be easy. They mention that the picture quality is amazing, and the installation process was surprising. Some say that the product is very easy to work with as they travel around, and that the setup process was simple. Overall, most are happy with the ease of installation and recommend it to others.

    "Easy to set up and use. Has step by step instructions." Read more

    "Easy to use great addition to my camping gear" Read more

    "works great, set up easy....had DISH walk me through the final set up... I use it with my motorhome... I have Dish at home and only cost me an..." Read more

    "Sets up easy" Read more

    63 customers mention47 positive16 negative

    Customers like the value of the antenna. For example, they mention it's well worth the money, a great alternative to expensive TVs in their home, and the price was right. Some say it'll be a good piece of equipment and a perfect tailgater.

    "The King Tailgater is a very good product and easily portable. Exactly as advertised...." Read more

    "Was super easy to set up.Good product." Read more

    "...At that point, the product is a complete waste of money." Read more

    "Great product and fast shipping from Amazon." Read more

    45 customers mention42 positive3 negative

    Customers are satisfied with the picture quality of the antenna. They mention that it has a clear reception and brings in the strongest signal. Some say that the satellite dish itself is great and brings the strongest signals.

    "...did great with the order and delivery, Dish actually did great with the picture quality, but the ease of install software needs alot of fixing...." Read more

    "...I'm getting mostly HD channels with clear picture with those settings...." Read more

    "...(no immediate trees blocking the satellite) and picture quality excellent with 1080i definition...." Read more

    "...I was up and running with all channels, including locals, coming in perfectly in HD -- no choppiness, no drops, no defaulting to SD...." Read more

    22 customers mention22 positive0 negative

    Customers find the antenna easy to move and set up. They mention it's durable, lightweight, and perfect for travel. Some say the receiver and antenna are both lightweight.

    "The King Tailgater is a very good product and easily portable. Exactly as advertised...." Read more

    "For DISH Outdoors this Is outstanding choice.Very light and easy to position and place." Read more

    "Light and easy to handle. Acquisition accomplished in about ten minutes...." Read more

    "...was a breeze to set up and has worked flawlessly This unit is easy to move around and can be mounted on the roof either permanently or using a quick..." Read more

    27 customers mention11 positive16 negative

    Customers are mixed about the quality of the antenna. Some mention that it appears to be good quality, high quality antenna, and reliable. However, others say that it was defective and broke on the first day.

    "...The Playmaker was useless because the bundled Wally was defective. I returned the first one and the second one was defective also...." Read more

    "...Playmaker is a lot more stable, and after 4 years of use, I should have stayed with what worked...." Read more

    "...even with sunny skies, Fox-CNN-Food Network-HGTV are all choppy and breaking up. I am a very unhappy camper, literally -- I live in a motorhome...." Read more

    "...I also bought King's custom made padded carry bag. Very well made." Read more

    39 customers mention4 positive35 negative

    Customers are dissatisfied with the signal strength of the antenna. For example, they mention that it doesn't receive good reception in bad weather, and it's hard to get a signal in. Some say that the antenna loses signal on the alternate output. That said, some complain that the dish won't seek out the satellites.

    "...No progress could be made and the receiver would just sit in the "downloading software" screen with the green square boxes flashing in..." Read more

    "...every time I search for satellites I get a message stating not all satellites are found. It still works but not as well as it should for the money." Read more

    "...For whatever reason, I lose signal on the alternate output. I have to constantly change the main from outside to inside." Read more

    "...Picture quality is good though. Have trouble getting all 3 satellites...usually only one...." Read more

    25 customers mention7 positive18 negative

    Customers are dissatisfied with the channels provided by the antenna. They mention that it constantly loses satellites, and cannot receive local or nationwide channels well. They also say that the second receiver can only use the channels that the main receiver is connected to. Customers also say the antenna does not include a sufficient amount of channels, and some channels do not work.

    "...The secondary tv then goes 'blank' and says that it can not find the channel...." Read more

    "...Never have not received the nationwide channels well." Read more

    "...much hope of it working, but again I was surprised that it managed to find my channels...." Read more

    "...You can only watch channels on the Satellite that the main tuner is set on and when the main tuner switches satellites you usually loose the..." Read more

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    Mounted this dish to the truck camper roof. Easy to install and works great.
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