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French Bikers · French Bikers

I've had several GPS all Garmin's and always been happy with them, of course sometime there might be some glinch put it's still a good tool. At this present time I'm just looking but I intend to purchase another one for the motorhome. I've been reading and watching several videos about two GPS model...

BiggarView · BiggarView

The last post on an older thread about this company was by Jack Mayer in 2011. The technology and service changes rather frequently in this field. I'm wondering if there are any more recent thoughts/opinions out there?

RonaldNC · RonaldNC

We use our Verizon cellular plan to connect to the internet with our iPad while on the road. Is there a way to connect an external antenna or booster to the iPad to improve the signal? Thanks, Ron

WestWardHo · WestWardHo

Hi all, We we were given the above router as a Christmas gift a year ago and set it up with tech support from the 3-G store but we've passed the free tech support time limit. We got the new Millenicom Pantech Jetpack and have attempted to set it up so we can print directly from our iPads, phones, computer u...

French Bikers · French Bikers

I'm looking for any Canadian Snowbirds or FT using satellite dish to obtain tv broadcasting when they are outside Canada. Since Dhaw Direct was the last to provide satellite tv service outside Canada. I would like to know from any user if they still have the service since the CRTC obliged the broa...

Neil and Connie · Neil and Connie

Our Samsung 42 incher died last night…from the symptoms when it went it looks like the power supply failed. I frankly haven't tried to get a TV repaired in probably 20 years…and given the more than likely single circuit board construction construction that electronics use these days was wondering w...

NWescapee · NWescapee

We are in Q for Christmas and noticed a 2 hour period of time today when even with our antenna to boost the signal, our connectivity, data and cell, were both horrible. We're thinking it might have been due to the fact that everyone was calling Mom, Dad, kids, Grandmas, etc. I'm thinking this could also...

cep1 · cep1

We have a Winegard amplified distribution center that no longer works and need a replacement. When I search the net for a replacement, model VS-0604/6412, I do not find any available. In fact, I find very little. Has anyone replaced theirs? What brand and model did you use? Thanks! -- Edited by c...

BiggarView · BiggarView

What are the pros and cons of "cloud" vs external drives for data storage as it relates to RV's where data usage can be more an issue than in S&B. Any recommendations?

BiggarView · BiggarView

Whoops accidentally posted in wrong forum section... now I have it right. I'm a bit envious of those who have a grandfathered data plan. Having been a bit of a luddite when it comes mobile internet, didn't need it or even think I would(given what is now consider commonplace,how foolish is that ?) so I ne...

Alie and Jims Carrilite · Alie and Jims Carrilite

Do It, Do It, Do It.... I had my harddrive crash on me . While thats ugly enough, no computer for 3 days, ((phone only) boy was it ruff)), I did lose some stuff, about the last week or so of documents and mess but most of my stuff survived. Something to think about as you scan photos, create documents to el...

Jim and Barb · Jim and Barb

We are having a Winegard Traveler SK-SWM3 installed in our 5ver in a couple weeks. I am attempting to get two receivers (one a DVR) from Directv. First of all, I am having a difficult time even getting a live person to talk with. I have had three conversations and not one of them understands what I wan...

NWescapee · NWescapee

Any suggestions? It worked just fine in Mesa AZ, we had upgraded to WiFi Go back in July and have had absolutely no problems as we've traveled for the past 5 months. Last week we moved the RV from Mesa to Tucson AZ, couldn't get any of our devices to connect and could not get to the WiFi Control panel on our...

Camper Chronicles · Camper Chronicles

I am sure this has been amply covered but I am trying to fill out our budget spreadsheet (purchased from Howard) and I am struggling with a target amount for internet and TV services. We are technology saavy and watch TV so looking for a budget amount that would give us plenty of access. If you could sha...

MaryBee · MaryBee

http://3gstore.com/product/645_wilson-signalboost-dt-amplifier-801247.html

NWescapee · NWescapee

We don't watch much TV and thus far have been able to get along just fine with either using the campground WiFi or our "grandfathered" unlimited data on a cell phone with unlimited data to stream shows / movies via Hulu, Amazon Prime or a day or 5 later from the major networks for shows that ar...

MarkS · MarkS

I am considering the addition of a weather station to our fifth wheel. Are there any of you that have weather stations or can make recommendations about what to look for and steer clear of?

manycats · manycats

I work as a telephone interpreter and my employer required a landline in a fixed location. Company policy now allows VOIP. Is any Dreamer using VOIP through internet satellite or a campground connection? I would appreciate any info since that may make a huge difference in my plans.

3Gstore_Matt · 3Gstore_Matt

For those of you that may not get our newsletter our Black Friday / Cyber Monday promotion has started! Some of the highlight items for full or part time RVer's are specials on LTE amps ($50 off), Wilson Sleek 3G/4G units at $89.13 ($40 off!!!) and HD CloudCam's if you want to keep an eye on your homes whil...

WendysPhotos · WendysPhotos

Hello, Hubby is a computer gamer and although he really wants to do this FT thing, he also wants his computer games. Is there any options out there that would allow him to play his MMO(massive multi-player online) games on the road? He will give them up somewhat if not possible, but would like to pro...

Neil and Connie · Neil and Connie

Does anybody have DirecTV and use the AM21 tuner to get local network stations? We currently have Distant Network Service but only get either the NY or LA channels. According to the AM21 manual you hook it up to your DirecTV box and then it gives you the local NBC/ABC/CBS network affiliates. What I'm lo...

saltfevr · saltfevr

Hi Everyone; DW and I are set to FT for our first time and headed to the SE for first ever camp host job. We are stuck with T-Mobile for another year and both have Samsung T mobile Androids. We're not tech savvy, and figure we need to purchase a t- mobile hot spot and then get internet at least on one of our An...

WestWardHo · WestWardHo

Thought I fixed the settings to remember all of my regular site passwords, but this site doesn't since I updated my iPad. I check the "remember me" box every time and it remembers all other site passwords. Any suggestions? Sherry

JR · JR

Hello all, This is our 3rd week as full timers, my wife and have a daughter who is eight years old and grown kids who will be visiting us in our travels. We have quickly learned that streaming netflixs with our 20g Millenicom account does not fly for too long. From what I understand you can get Dish networ...

cherylbrv · cherylbrv

From many other threads, it seems the consensus for full internet coverage is a combination of Verizon and AT&T. Currently, in my S&B, we don't own a tv (cable is too expensive). We get our entertainment via Netflix (don't mind watching stuff if it's not live - in fact, it's much better withou...

2 KOZs · 2 KOZs

We are looking into a new cell phone provider and will soon be FT rving. We do plan to be in the south and SW alot - out in rural areas, state and national parks. We are wondering if you have experience with Verizon or Sprint. Do you have any trouble with cell service/connections? Thanks for any help....

Tony and Eileen · Tony and Eileen

We were told yesterday by the owner at the campground we are at, that using our own wifi affects the wifi offered at the campground. Somehow it causes the campground wifi to be less effective if there are alot of campers using their own wifi. We use the Verizon Jetpack. Has anyone heard of this?

Neil and Connie · Neil and Connie

Has anybody else had issues with the WFR after upgrading to this current firmware version? Ours (first our original Pro and then the Home that they sent us in case it was a bad upgrade) reboot themselves at least once a day. I'm working with Evan to figure out what to do next but wanted to check and see if an...

Jack Mayer · Jack Mayer

This link will take you to a Google document reviewing the Pepwave Surf SOHO mobile router. I compare it to the WiFIRanger Go, and the Cradlepoint 95. If you have comments or observation based on your own use I'd love to hear them. The SOHO is a very nice product - take a look at the review if you are in t...

jd31mc · jd31mc

Everyone is speaking Greek to me on all of these product. Here is my situation I will be stationary in one location in southern MD. I may move from one spot to another within 30 mins of each other. I will be using about 15-20GB per month give or take. My kids have an Xbox 360 I have 3 laptops that they use. What...

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	GPS Brand (Preview) I've had several GPS all Garmin's and always been happy with them, of course sometime there might be some glinch put it's still a good tool. At this present time I'm just looking but I intend to purchase another one for the motorhome. I've been reading and watching several videos about two GPS model...	French Bikers	14	2278	11:41 AM Feb 9, 2014 by Neil and Connie
	any current opinions on Republic Wireless (Preview) The last post on an older thread about this company was by Jack Mayer in 2011. The technology and service changes rather frequently in this field. I'm wondering if there are any more recent thoughts/opinions out there?	BiggarView	6	1343	07:48 PM Feb 5, 2014 by Lucky Mike
	iPad cellular antenna boost? (Preview) We use our Verizon cellular plan to connect to the internet with our iPad while on the road. Is there a way to connect an external antenna or booster to the iPad to improve the signal? Thanks, Ron	RonaldNC	1	1199	09:41 AM Feb 3, 2014 by Max Signal
	Does anyone have a Pepwave Surf on the Go router/modem? Help? Pepwave (Preview) Hi all, We we were given the above router as a Christmas gift a year ago and set it up with tech support from the 3-G store but we've passed the free tech support time limit. We got the new Millenicom Pantech Jetpack and have attempted to set it up so we can print directly from our iPads, phones, computer u...	WestWardHo	1	1702	01:16 PM Feb 2, 2014 by Technomadia
	Request update on satellite broadcasting (Preview) I'm looking for any Canadian Snowbirds or FT using satellite dish to obtain tv broadcasting when they are outside Canada. Since Dhaw Direct was the last to provide satellite tv service outside Canada. I would like to know from any user if they still have the service since the CRTC obliged the broa...	French Bikers	2	1115	09:13 PM Jan 19, 2014 by French Bikers
	Flatscreen TV Repair (Preview) Our Samsung 42 incher died last night…from the symptoms when it went it looks like the power supply failed. I frankly haven't tried to get a TV repaired in probably 20 years…and given the more than likely single circuit board construction construction that electronics use these days was wondering w...	Neil and Connie	18	1630	04:06 PM Jan 14, 2014 by Neil and Connie
	Quartzsite and connectivity during the big RV show?? (Preview) We are in Q for Christmas and noticed a 2 hour period of time today when even with our antenna to boost the signal, our connectivity, data and cell, were both horrible. We're thinking it might have been due to the fact that everyone was calling Mom, Dad, kids, Grandmas, etc. I'm thinking this could also...	NWescapee	7	1459	06:03 PM Jan 6, 2014 by bjoyce
	Can't find TV Winegard amplified distribution center replacement (Preview) We have a Winegard amplified distribution center that no longer works and need a replacement. When I search the net for a replacement, model VS-0604/6412, I do not find any available. In fact, I find very little. Has anyone replaced theirs? What brand and model did you use? Thanks! -- Edited by c...	cep1	3	7523	07:23 PM Jan 5, 2014 by Bill and Linda
	"Cloud" storage vs external drive(s) (Preview) What are the pros and cons of "cloud" vs external drives for data storage as it relates to RV's where data usage can be more an issue than in S&B. Any recommendations?	BiggarView	11	1690	02:37 PM Dec 28, 2013 by Jack Mayer
	grandfathered data plans (Preview) Whoops accidentally posted in wrong forum section... now I have it right. I'm a bit envious of those who have a grandfathered data plan. Having been a bit of a luddite when it comes mobile internet, didn't need it or even think I would(given what is now consider commonplace,how foolish is that ?) so I ne...	BiggarView	21	1793	11:52 AM Dec 27, 2013 by BiggarView
	Hard Drive Back Up (Preview) Do It, Do It, Do It.... I had my harddrive crash on me . While thats ugly enough, no computer for 3 days, ((phone only) boy was it ruff)), I did lose some stuff, about the last week or so of documents and mess but most of my stuff survived. Something to think about as you scan photos, create documents to el...	Alie and Jims Carrilite	6	1329	10:53 AM Dec 21, 2013 by Terry and Jo
	Help -- Direct TV nightmare! (Preview) We are having a Winegard Traveler SK-SWM3 installed in our 5ver in a couple weeks. I am attempting to get two receivers (one a DVR) from Directv. First of all, I am having a difficult time even getting a live person to talk with. I have had three conversations and not one of them understands what I wan...	Jim and Barb	8	2195	08:44 PM Dec 20, 2013 by Terry and Jo
	WiFi Ranger quit working for no reason (Preview) Any suggestions? It worked just fine in Mesa AZ, we had upgraded to WiFi Go back in July and have had absolutely no problems as we've traveled for the past 5 months. Last week we moved the RV from Mesa to Tucson AZ, couldn't get any of our devices to connect and could not get to the WiFi Control panel on our...	NWescapee	4	1521	05:39 PM Dec 18, 2013 by NWescapee
	Budget Amounts for TV / Internet (Preview) I am sure this has been amply covered but I am trying to fill out our budget spreadsheet (purchased from Howard) and I am struggling with a target amount for internet and TV services. We are technology saavy and watch TV so looking for a budget amount that would give us plenty of access. If you could sha...	Camper Chronicles	14	2968	09:19 AM Dec 8, 2013 by sirwinston21
	Will this Booster work with the 20gb Millenicom Plan? (Preview) http://3gstore.com/product/645_wilson-signalboost-dt-amplifier-801247.html	MaryBee	9	2144	10:58 AM Dec 5, 2013 by bjoyce
	Occasional TV watching - any reasonable options? (Preview) We don't watch much TV and thus far have been able to get along just fine with either using the campground WiFi or our "grandfathered" unlimited data on a cell phone with unlimited data to stream shows / movies via Hulu, Amazon Prime or a day or 5 later from the major networks for shows that ar...	NWescapee	6	2886	07:20 AM Dec 4, 2013 by folivier
	Portable Weather Stations (Preview) I am considering the addition of a weather station to our fifth wheel. Are there any of you that have weather stations or can make recommendations about what to look for and steer clear of?	MarkS	13	4691	11:09 PM Dec 2, 2013 by NorCal Dan
	VOIP question (Preview) I work as a telephone interpreter and my employer required a landline in a fixed location. Company policy now allows VOIP. Is any Dreamer using VOIP through internet satellite or a campground connection? I would appreciate any info since that may make a huge difference in my plans.	manycats	7	1939	06:33 PM Nov 29, 2013 by TXRVr
	Black Friday / Cyber Monday - Free Raffles 3Gstore Black Friday Cyber Monday (Preview) For those of you that may not get our newsletter our Black Friday / Cyber Monday promotion has started! Some of the highlight items for full or part time RVer's are specials on LTE amps ($50 off), Wilson Sleek 3G/4G units at $89.13 ($40 off!!!) and HD CloudCam's if you want to keep an eye on your homes whil...	3Gstore_Matt	0	980	10:43 AM Nov 27, 2013 by 3Gstore_Matt
	Okay trying to figure out the best internet option. (Preview) Hello, Hubby is a computer gamer and although he really wants to do this FT thing, he also wants his computer games. Is there any options out there that would allow him to play his MMO(massive multi-player online) games on the road? He will give them up somewhat if not possible, but would like to pro...	WendysPhotos	3	1625	04:24 PM Oct 26, 2013 by Jack Mayer
	DirecTV and the AM21 Off Air Tuner (Preview) Does anybody have DirecTV and use the AM21 tuner to get local network stations? We currently have Distant Network Service but only get either the NY or LA channels. According to the AM21 manual you hook it up to your DirecTV box and then it gives you the local NBC/ABC/CBS network affiliates. What I'm lo...	Neil and Connie	2	2894	02:29 AM Oct 17, 2013 by Neil and Connie
	Ready to FT and stuck with T-Mobile (Preview) Hi Everyone; DW and I are set to FT for our first time and headed to the SE for first ever camp host job. We are stuck with T-Mobile for another year and both have Samsung T mobile Androids. We're not tech savvy, and figure we need to purchase a t- mobile hot spot and then get internet at least on one of our An...	saltfevr	4	1147	06:18 PM Oct 13, 2013 by bjoyce
	IOS7 doesn't remember this site's password? (Preview) Thought I fixed the settings to remember all of my regular site passwords, but this site doesn't since I updated my iPad. I check the "remember me" box every time and it remembers all other site passwords. Any suggestions? Sherry	WestWardHo	2	1162	06:49 PM Oct 7, 2013 by WestWardHo
	How does Satellite TV work on the road? Satellite TV (Preview) Hello all, This is our 3rd week as full timers, my wife and have a daughter who is eight years old and grown kids who will be visiting us in our travels. We have quickly learned that streaming netflixs with our 20g Millenicom account does not fly for too long. From what I understand you can get Dish networ...	JR	4	2241	05:01 PM Sep 11, 2013 by JR
	Best service for streaming? (Preview) From many other threads, it seems the consensus for full internet coverage is a combination of Verizon and AT&T. Currently, in my S&B, we don't own a tv (cable is too expensive). We get our entertainment via Netflix (don't mind watching stuff if it's not live - in fact, it's much better withou...	cherylbrv	3	1482	06:12 PM Sep 9, 2013 by Technomadia
	Does anyone have Sprint for cell service and what is your experience? (Preview) We are looking into a new cell phone provider and will soon be FT rving. We do plan to be in the south and SW alot - out in rural areas, state and national parks. We are wondering if you have experience with Verizon or Sprint. Do you have any trouble with cell service/connections? Thanks for any help....	2 KOZs	15	1623	05:34 PM Sep 8, 2013 by RVRon
	WiFi at campgrounds? (Preview) We were told yesterday by the owner at the campground we are at, that using our own wifi affects the wifi offered at the campground. Somehow it causes the campground wifi to be less effective if there are alot of campers using their own wifi. We use the Verizon Jetpack. Has anyone heard of this?	Tony and Eileen	9	2042	03:46 AM Sep 7, 2013 by bjoyce
	Wifiranger firmware 6.6.3 (Preview) Has anybody else had issues with the WFR after upgrading to this current firmware version? Ours (first our original Pro and then the Home that they sent us in case it was a bad upgrade) reboot themselves at least once a day. I'm working with Evan to figure out what to do next but wanted to check and see if an...	Neil and Connie	0	963	07:27 PM Aug 16, 2013 by Neil and Connie
	Pepwave Surf SOHO Mobile Router Review (Preview) This link will take you to a Google document reviewing the Pepwave Surf SOHO mobile router. I compare it to the WiFIRanger Go, and the Cradlepoint 95. If you have comments or observation based on your own use I'd love to hear them. The SOHO is a very nice product - take a look at the review if you are in t...	Jack Mayer	7	3462	02:43 PM Aug 13, 2013 by 3Gstore_Matt
	Wi Fi mil /Millenicom MIFI /mobile broadband usb/ or Mobile Hotspot (Preview) Everyone is speaking Greek to me on all of these product. Here is my situation I will be stationary in one location in southern MD. I may move from one spot to another within 30 mins of each other. I will be using about 15-20GB per month give or take. My kids have an Xbox 360 I have 3 laptops that they use. What...	jd31mc	8	2575	12:36 AM Aug 13, 2013 by bjoyce
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