What Equipment?
The equipment that you use will determine exactly what you can watch and where, so getting the right set-up is essential. What vehicle have you got? Where are you planning to go? What do you want to watch or listen to? How much money do you want to spend? Are you looking for the easiest possible system or do you enjoy fiddling around with menus, software options and settings? This brief guide is designed to help you make the right decisions.
TV through an Aerial
There are two types of aerial mainly used on vehicles and boats: directional such as our log-periodic and omni- directional such as the Panorama from GLOMEX. Roof-mounted options are available for both types and there are also indoor aerials. Which model you should get depends largely on reception strength in the places where you plan to travel. A directional aerial will always perform better but an omni- directional model requires no setting up. You can check predicted signal strength by checking the website
www.wolfbane.com
For: ! Low purchase price and installation costs. ! Maximum ease of use with an omni-directional aerial ! Reception is possible even when the signal is obstructed by buildings, trees or other obstacles.
Against: ! Reception can be unpredictable outside main areas of
population and completely unobtainable in some places. ! Limited range of channels compared to satellite TV ! Freeview channels are not available outside the U.K. ! Pole and directional aerial will need to be stowed away when travelling
Manual Satellite Systems
These include the MULTIMO, KERSTAN MINI-DISH and the ZEHNDER “CAMPING” SATELLITE KIT
If you decide that satellite is the best option for your TV reception needs, a manual system is the cheapest way to get started. There are many different models but one of the most important things to consider is how you will mount the dish. Dishes that are designed specially for portable use are usually the easiest to set up. The Multimo can be used with a suction mount, a magnet, a tripod or pole and can also simply be placed on the ground or on a table. This flexibility makes it very quick and easy to use. Kerstan dishes are very small and are ideal for use on boats. They have a suction mount and can also be used with a magnet or on a pole. Zehnder’s camping kit comes with its own storage case and packs away for easy storage.
For: ! Low purchase price and no installation costs. ! Can be moved to avoid trees and other obstacles. ! Can be taken from one vehicle to another or even used at home. ! Small dish sizes are very resistant to movement making them
ideal for use on boats. ! Large dishes can be used for areas where signal is weak.
Against: ! Has to be set up whenever it’s being used. ! Needs to be stowed away when not in use. ! Additional equipment such as a tripod & satfinder may be necessary.
Manual & Semi-auto through-roof Systems
These include crank-up models from CAMOS and a push- up version from GLOBESAT.
These models of satellite system have one major difference when compared to the manual dishes described above: you don’t need to go outside to set them up. If it’s night-time and raining, this is a huge advantage! All models are usually easier to set up too as they are fixed in position and just need to be pointed accurately. With the aid of a satfinder, most people find this to be a simple task and can be sitting down in front of their TVs in not much more time than if they had a fully automatic system.
For: ! Cost less than fully automatic systems. ! Less preparation before use than manual systems. ! Permanently fixed to roof & operated from inside vehicle.
Against: ! Still not fully automatic. ! Restricted positioning options due to interior operation.
Prices and models can change. For up to date prices, to find a dealer near you or for further information on any of our products, please phone us on 01327 312233 or visit our website:
www.roadpro.co.uk
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