I have an automatic satellite dish dome on my RV, which provides a great TV signal when I have clear overhead. My problem was an upcoming two-week stay at a heavily-wooded site in Wisconsin, where I KNEW there was no way I would be able to find a signal with my fixed system. Before the trip, I ordered this portable unit from Satellite Oasis without knowing for sure I could make it work--but the nominal expense made it worth a try.
Sure enough, when I got to the campsite, I was in the middle of heavy tree cover--I tried, but no way would my fixed system work. However, about 30-feet away was an access road that had cleared overhead to the south. I set up the antenna, strung out the 50-foot coax, and was able to reach my DirecTV receiver with room to spare. Although I had never attempted to set up a satellite antenna before, I followed the very good instruction booklet carefully. It even guided me through making the proper on-screen changes to match the antenna system to my receiver, and determine the proper settings (azimuth, elevation and compass heading) needed for the antenna at my location. The bubble level that they included in the kit worked well to level the antenna. The only problem I experienced was that the included compass did not seem to work smoothly enough to get consistent or reliable compass readings (which are pretty critical). Fortunately I remembered that my iPhone had a compass app installed, and that worked like a charm. I immediately got a signal when I set all the settings correctly, and I was able to tweak it slightly from there for great reception.
This antenna system is fairly bulky and is a little bit of a hassle to carry with you, but I was able to pitch it in the back of my tow car, so it was out of the way on the road. It is obviously a little more hassle to set up than simply flipping a switch on my automatic built-in system--but in this instance it definitely solved the problem to provide satellite TV for two weeks when otherwise I would have been totally without. Even if I only use it occasionally I consider it a definite winner.
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Satellite Oasis
We're a USA based small business specializing in all things satellite. With 20+ years of experience, we strive to offer the best value.
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That's the Satellite Oasis difference. Our owner started as a satellite TV installer himself. Because of the nature of the business, providing the best solutions to overcome installation challenges was always the goal. We apply that same problem-solving mindset to our product lineup to provide our customers with the best value.
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Product Description
Take your DIRECTV on the Road!
Modern convenience in the remotest of locations
Even the most active of us love the modern convenience of watching our favorite TV shows at the end of an adventurous day. Why pay for satellite TV service back at home and not use it while you travel? Take your DIRECTV with you!
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Detailed Instruction BookletFor years, our kit has included a detailed instruction booklet written by a seasoned satellite technician, yet easy enough to understand for the first-time DIY-er. Competitors just offer a PDF file (upon request) with the most basic information. |
Accessories Carrying CaseSince it's a kit, you have accessories you'd like to keep track of. This high quality case keeps all those pieces in one handy location. A must have! |
Power Adapter IncludedMany receivers need a power adapter to power the satellite dish. We include this necessary part at no additional cost. |
Compass with LanyardOur compass comes with an azimuth reading dial and neck lanyard. A usable compass is a crucial element for pointing a satellite dish. |
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| Price | $189.95 | $180.00 | $89.00 | $145.00 | $89.68 | $157.00 |
| Delivery | Get it Apr 4 - 5 | Get it Apr 3 - 5 | Get it Apr 5 - 8 | Get it Apr 8 - 11 | Get it Apr 3 - 5 | Get it Apr 2 - 4 |
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| Sold By | Satellite Oasis | Phat Satellite | EEZ RV PRODUCTS | Phat Satellite | Phat Satellite | Phat Satellite |
| maximum range | 50 feet | — | 60 miles | — | 5 feet | — |
| antenna description | Satellite | Satellite | Television, Radio | Television, Satellite | Satellite | Television, Satellite |
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Works well...but leveling not so easy...
I've had Directv forever...have a 6 digit account number. I've had all kinds of dishes over the years and have never had any issues locating satellites...pointing it in the right direction.Assembling this thing is easy once you've done it a few times. The most important part...and something that makes aiming it correctly...is making the vertical pole (that holds everything) perfectly level or vertical using the little bubble level. The 3 legs on the base don't have any adjustments so when on uneven soils you have to put things under them. It's not easy to add just enough here and there to make it level. So I cut three pieces of plywood, drilled a hole in the middle of each, and added a long bolt from the bottom with a washer and nut on the top to secure it in place. I then added another nut and washer and threaded them all the way down so when I put the 3 legs of the base on the exposed threaded bolt I could adjust the nut underneath up and down to make things level. I added a washer and nut on the top once everything was level. Even in windy days the dish never moved an inch.Once you get the numbers for the area you are in from the receiver (using zip code) you make the basic adjustments to the dish...up and down and tilt...I then spin the dish left and right on the pole until my wife (who's on a cell phone) tells me the percentage of signal. Start to finish after doing this a few times as we stopped on the way to Florida I can set this whole thing up in 15 mins or less. I'm really pleased with it. I take our Genie receiver from our home and with the SWIM it configures everything for you .
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