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Forum: Technology: Internet, TV, Satellite, Cell Phones, etc. 12-03-2011, 09:56 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,260
Posted By Bill Adams
DirecTV or Dish Network?

DirecTV or Dish Network?
Forum: Technology: Internet, TV, Satellite, Cell Phones, etc. 12-03-2011, 07:44 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,260
Posted By Bill Adams
Assuming I am reading this correctly, you have an...

Assuming I am reading this correctly, you have an in-motion KVH system installed on an SUV and not an RV. With an in-motion unit the antenna will remain in motion for 5-10 minutes after the vehicle...
Forum: Just Conversation 12-03-2011, 09:10 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 1,702
Posted By Bill Adams
Just because you don't believe does not mean it...

Just because you don't believe does not mean it does not exist. My wife was a victim of identity theft. No, not just someone using her credit card number, this woman spent 8 years using Janet's...
Forum: Technology: Internet, TV, Satellite, Cell Phones, etc. 12-03-2011, 08:47 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 2,575
Posted By Bill Adams
Just be sure that you are not being sent an...

Just be sure that you are not being sent an H(HR)-25 model receiver as this version of their HD receiver will not work with any of the roof mounted RV antennas and requires a special ground mount...
Forum: Camping Locations, Plans & Trip Reports 12-02-2011, 06:42 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 2,972
Posted By Bill Adams
Quite a few years back we stayed at a campground...

Quite a few years back we stayed at a campground just outside of the park near the South rim. The site I find says it's 1 mile outside the park entrance. It's not cheap, but it certainly qualifies...
Forum: Alpine Coach Owner's Forum 12-02-2011, 06:31 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,239
Posted By Bill Adams
If you are using the coach propane or diesel heat...

If you are using the coach propane or diesel heat to keep the RV warm this should also keep your basement wet areas warm as well. If you are using electric heaters to keep the inside of your coach...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 12-02-2011, 06:28 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 13,053
Posted By Bill Adams
Cables or chains.......

Cables or chains.......
Forum: Technology: Internet, TV, Satellite, Cell Phones, etc. 12-02-2011, 05:44 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 949
Posted By Bill Adams
If your TV has RCA inputs that you can reach you...

If your TV has RCA inputs that you can reach you can simply use that to connect to the TV close to the receiver. If you want to be able to run a cable from the receiver to a video switcher so you...
Forum: RV Industry Press 12-01-2011, 07:17 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,999
Posted By Bill Adams
DriVer, you working for MCD these days?

DriVer, you working for MCD these days?
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 11-30-2011, 09:42 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,001
Posted By Bill Adams
Let it be.....Wait for it to crack badly (or beat...

Let it be.....Wait for it to crack badly (or beat on it until it does) and then let your insurance company buy you a new windshield. Why would I have some guy put glue right there in my field of...
Forum: Technology: Internet, TV, Satellite, Cell Phones, etc. 11-30-2011, 09:39 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,361
Posted By Bill Adams
I believe you are asking for too much. Some GPS...

I believe you are asking for too much.
Some GPS have bluetooth for your phone. Not sure about CB but I would not expect much there and sat radio is pretty much a radio but might also be able to be...
Forum: Technology: Internet, TV, Satellite, Cell Phones, etc. 11-29-2011, 08:04 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 950
Posted By Bill Adams
That should be fun! Let us know how that worked...

That should be fun! Let us know how that worked out.
Forum: Technology: Internet, TV, Satellite, Cell Phones, etc. 11-28-2011, 06:45 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,235
Posted By Bill Adams
That's great, but it also means you end up in a...

That's great, but it also means you end up in a lot more areas with no service. I am not trying to say that this is good or bad, only that, for those who travel, it's an issue.
Most travelers will...
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 11-28-2011, 06:19 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 8,447
Posted By Bill Adams
Read the above post by Ronnie B. This is not...

Read the above post by Ronnie B. This is not something you simply walk into, you will need a CDL license as this is a commercial venture.
Forum: Technology: Internet, TV, Satellite, Cell Phones, etc. 11-28-2011, 04:09 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,235
Posted By Bill Adams
Be aware that many of the Sprint "unlimited"...

Be aware that many of the Sprint "unlimited" plans restrict your usage while roaming to as little as 300MB/month. If you are always where you know you won't roam this would not be an issue but if...
Forum: Technology: Internet, TV, Satellite, Cell Phones, etc. 11-28-2011, 08:36 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 950
Posted By Bill Adams
Thanks for the clarification. Please re-read my...

Thanks for the clarification. Please re-read my post. With that understanding, only DirecTV can make changes to your service. An local installer can call them on your behalf our you can call them...
Forum: Just Conversation 11-27-2011, 09:27 PM
Replies: 166
Views: 10,797
Posted By Bill Adams
It's likely that she would not have said that she...

It's likely that she would not have said that she was sorry, but she might have texted her friends asking why that idiot didn't get out of her way!
Forum: Technology: Internet, TV, Satellite, Cell Phones, etc. 11-27-2011, 06:53 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 3,109
Posted By Bill Adams
1000 is 110, 119 and 129. 1000A is 110, 119 and...

1000 is 110, 119 and 129. 1000A is 110, 119 and 61.5. For the most part you will want to be on 1000 unless you are in the extreme NE or SE.
Forum: Technology: Internet, TV, Satellite, Cell Phones, etc. 11-27-2011, 06:44 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 950
Posted By Bill Adams
You may need to clarify what you are hoping to...

You may need to clarify what you are hoping to do. You can only have one set of locals and you can't have locals plus DNS services. You also cannot receive OH while in AZ and vice versa. ...
Forum: Technology: Internet, TV, Satellite, Cell Phones, etc. 11-27-2011, 08:28 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 3,109
Posted By Bill Adams
Let us know how that goes. You would be the...

Let us know how that goes. You would be the first I have ever heard of who was able to activate this service on anything other than the VIP211K. Since Dish and Direct get it wrong so often, I would...
Forum: New Member Check-In 11-26-2011, 11:35 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 584
Posted By Bill Adams
What kind (make/model) of antenna? What service...

What kind (make/model) of antenna? What service and what receiver?
Forum: Technology: Internet, TV, Satellite, Cell Phones, etc. 11-26-2011, 11:33 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 9,704
Posted By Bill Adams
I would highly recommend against just covering up...

I would highly recommend against just covering up the hole. I am jumping to the conclusion that you have a Winegard Batwing antenna as well. The Batwing is still going to be the most convenient way...
Forum: Technology: Internet, TV, Satellite, Cell Phones, etc. 11-26-2011, 11:30 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 886
Posted By Bill Adams
The programming that used to be on the 110 and...

The programming that used to be on the 110 and 119 satellites has now been moved (many years ago) to the 99 and 103 satellites. While the information was correct at the time of printing there is...
Forum: MH-General Discussions & Problems 11-26-2011, 08:07 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,846
Posted By Bill Adams
Absolutely. However, if the driver can see the...

Absolutely. However, if the driver can see the TV screen then it is illegal to do so. I am not saying whether I do or don't, but if I did I would be doing so while understanding the possible...
Forum: Technology: Internet, TV, Satellite, Cell Phones, etc. 11-26-2011, 08:00 AM
Replies: 292
Views: 591,325
Posted By Bill Adams
You can get the DNS channels in HD.

You can get the DNS channels in HD.
Forum: Technology: Internet, TV, Satellite, Cell Phones, etc. 11-25-2011, 08:38 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 3,785
Posted By Bill Adams
Nothing is fool proof no matter what you spend. ...

Nothing is fool proof no matter what you spend. Even a good connection to a campground wifi does not mean good service.
What will you be wanting to do and how often would you want to use it? If...
Forum: Navigation, Routes & Roads 11-24-2011, 05:26 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 975
Posted By Bill Adams
400 miles per day is a pretty aggressive schedule...

400 miles per day is a pretty aggressive schedule for any RVer and may be more than you are ready to bite off if you are a first timer. Might I suggest that you consider your travel schedule a bit...
Forum: Technology: Internet, TV, Satellite, Cell Phones, etc. 11-24-2011, 05:08 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,989
Posted By Bill Adams
Wow, you travel to much better places than I...

Wow, you travel to much better places than I have. Do you count the ones where you have to go to the club house or laundry room? Are you new to this or have you had this kind of luck over the last...
Forum: Technology: Internet, TV, Satellite, Cell Phones, etc. 11-24-2011, 04:40 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,333
Posted By Bill Adams
Why do you/we need a Zoom?

Why do you/we need a Zoom?
Forum: Technology: Internet, TV, Satellite, Cell Phones, etc. 11-24-2011, 03:21 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 770
Posted By Bill Adams
The only seal in the Batwing is an o-ring...

The only seal in the Batwing is an o-ring installed on the crank shaft (see the diagram from the above link.
To access this o-ring you disconnect the crank handle inside and watch the order in which...
Forum: Technology: Internet, TV, Satellite, Cell Phones, etc. 11-24-2011, 07:52 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 3,109
Posted By Bill Adams
Sorry all...Very bad day.

Sorry all...Very bad day.
Forum: Just Conversation 11-24-2011, 07:43 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 2,249
Posted By Bill Adams
Be sure to read the fine print! That particular...

Be sure to read the fine print! That particular item "requires a ticket for purchase". That means there will only be a few available and if you are not first in line you won't get a ticket. I...
Forum: National RV Owner's Forum 11-23-2011, 09:02 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,760
Posted By Bill Adams
Something like this? Majestic Marine 18.5" LED...

Something like this?
Majestic Marine 18.5" LED TV 12V W/DVD Player | eBay (https://www.ebay.com/itm/Majestic-Marine-18-5-LED-TV-12V-W-DVD-Player-/220899545743?pt=Televisions&hash=item336ea3928f)
Forum: Technology: Internet, TV, Satellite, Cell Phones, etc. 11-23-2011, 08:58 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 3,109
Posted By Bill Adams
Of course you can. That's not what is being...

Of course you can. That's not what is being discussed here, but it's always a good idea to repeat the obvious.
Forum: Technology: Internet, TV, Satellite, Cell Phones, etc. 11-23-2011, 08:10 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 3,109
Posted By Bill Adams
You can generally only suspend service for up to...

You can generally only suspend service for up to 6 months during any 12 month period. Yes, this does extend your contract as you have been correctly informed but what you might not know if that...
Forum: Technology: Internet, TV, Satellite, Cell Phones, etc. 11-23-2011, 08:04 PM
Replies: 292
Views: 591,325
Posted By Bill Adams
Just FYI, the dates that they are requesting are...

Just FYI, the dates that they are requesting are the dates listed on your vehicle registration and not any current or random future date. It appears that no one really pays any attention to the...
Forum: MH-General Discussions & Problems 11-22-2011, 06:05 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,056
Posted By Bill Adams
There is no reason to believe that a MSW inverter...

There is no reason to believe that a MSW inverter would not work just fine. We have been using a 2000W Heart for many years without issue. With that said, if I had to replace our current inverter I...
Forum: Technology: Internet, TV, Satellite, Cell Phones, etc. 11-22-2011, 04:28 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 2,185
Posted By Bill Adams
You really can't reprogram the routing software...

You really can't reprogram the routing software that comes with your GPS. You can select "truck" to see if that helps with the routing as well as adding the "avoid U-Turn" option to see if this...
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 11-21-2011, 09:18 PM
Replies: 318
Views: 93,807
Posted By Bill Adams
We call ours "Money Pit". If this has been...

We call ours "Money Pit". If this has been mentioned in an earlier post I apologize for having done a duplicate post.
Forum: Technology: Internet, TV, Satellite, Cell Phones, etc. 11-21-2011, 09:13 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 3,109
Posted By Bill Adams
2 receivers that you only pay for when you need...

2 receivers that you only pay for when you need then (3-5 months) is still cheaper than paying for one receiver that requires that you pay for 7-9 months of service while the receiver sits unused. ...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 11-21-2011, 06:58 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,216
Posted By Bill Adams
I like free. Wish I could take advantage of this...

I like free. Wish I could take advantage of this offer. What I don't like (despite the fact that I own a coach that qualifies as a Class A...Bus Conversion) is any person, place or thing that...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 11-21-2011, 06:52 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 4,282
Posted By Bill Adams
We are about to turn things upside down. We...

We are about to turn things upside down. We finally found a production glass top bar/bar stool set that has the exact dimension to replace our table and chair (not a booth) dining area. We current...
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 11-21-2011, 06:44 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 4,684
Posted By Bill Adams
We always renew and it always pays for itself. ...

We always renew and it always pays for itself. We only regret that we did not sign up for the lifetime option so, so many years ago.
Forum: RV Systems & Appliances 11-21-2011, 06:42 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 2,948
Posted By Bill Adams
Option 3: Use the existing MSW inverter and be...

Option 3: Use the existing MSW inverter and be completely satisfied.
Mine has run everything in my coach (OK, the clocks don't keep time very well) since 1999 including by GE Profile household...
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 11-21-2011, 03:15 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 3,674
Posted By Bill Adams
Mic in the camera? Heck, I haven't even had a...

Mic in the camera? Heck, I haven't even had a camera for about 6 years! Good hand signals from a loving co-pilot is worth it weight in gold.
Forum: Technology: Internet, TV, Satellite, Cell Phones, etc. 11-21-2011, 07:23 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 4,976
Posted By Bill Adams
Ah ha! A DVD recorder! Does it have some kind...

Ah ha! A DVD recorder! Does it have some kind of a coax input available? If so then you use the To VCR connection from the video switch to connect to the IN connection on the recorder. Now, what...
Forum: Technology: Internet, TV, Satellite, Cell Phones, etc. 11-20-2011, 09:10 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 4,976
Posted By Bill Adams
Your DVR has 2 internet tuners (for satellite). ...

Your DVR has 2 internet tuners (for satellite). You will be able to utilize one and you will need to go into the receiver setup and select single tuner so it is not constantly searching for the 2nd...
Forum: Technology: Internet, TV, Satellite, Cell Phones, etc. 11-20-2011, 04:13 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 3,109
Posted By Bill Adams
The receiver is yours to sell as long as the...

The receiver is yours to sell as long as the previous owner paid his bill and you are welcome to sell it. You can call Dish Network to confirm that the receivers status.
As to the PAYG plan, you...
Forum: Technology: Internet, TV, Satellite, Cell Phones, etc. 11-20-2011, 04:05 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 4,976
Posted By Bill Adams
I may not understand what you are hoping to do,...

I may not understand what you are hoping to do, with with your current setup you will only be able to use one input from the satellite to the DVR. Your DVR will still work but you will not be able...
Forum: Technology: Internet, TV, Satellite, Cell Phones, etc. 11-20-2011, 07:51 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 3,109
Posted By Bill Adams
The receiver is yours and you do not need to...

The receiver is yours and you do not need to return it to Dish Network. They have no idea that you have it if it came with the RV. You can buy the new VIP211K receiver and install it, activate the...
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