Make sure you rig has a SWM (single wire multi-switch) antenna on the roof.Most likely it does as you rig is new.If you have a DVR and have only one cable going to it then the antenna on the roof is most likely SWM like the one you are asking about.If it has one while ball (LNB) on the antenna arm then it is SWM as well(Not all Trav’ler antennas are the same.Some are not SWM.Your DTV receiver will work with both types SWM and non-SWM.)
Recall that pointing this antenna can take a bit.Your source tv4rv.com sells a good product as to antenna and tripod, etc. I recommend you get the complete kit as you may need a power supply for the SWM antenna depending on how DRV wired you coach. "It depends."However, the signal meter it sells will not work with a SWM antenna.It has to do with the “smarts” to tell the SWM antenna how to, in so many words, receive and send signal to the meter.The little inexpensive meter rv4tv.com sells can’t do this.Using the directions form tv4rv.com and using the receiver in the coach this solution works.But it can be difficult until you understand the nuances of the SWM system and the 3 satellite alignment.Direct TV is the best for RV’s due to all SD programming being on one satellite, but it does require knowledge of how the system works and how to make it work.
So, yes, this is a good choice, but aiming can sometimes be frustrating until you learn the technique.Then it’s easy. So be prepared and don't get frustrated the first time.
I have what you are proposing for purchase.
The Junkman said
05:52 PM Oct 14, 2014
Ok.. Thanks.
It is the swm..
I just spotted a couple damaged new .. same Wineguard swm automatic on ebay..
Seems to me I could just set one of these on a pad, and just turn it on? Like the roof top unit ? That would really make life simple.
As you said, been reading the swm can be difficult to line up.
Gonna see how those auctions do.. and then will get this stuff coming.
Thanks again.
The Junkman said
09:26 AM Oct 21, 2014
Does anyone know what version of the Birdog sat finder supports the swm technology dishes and the genie receivers? H44 specifically ?
Seeing versions from 2.0 - 4.0..
Thanks !
-- Edited by The Junkman on Tuesday 21st of October 2014 09:27:33 AM
The Junkman said
09:37 AM Oct 21, 2014
Forget it.. Found a good deal on the newest model.
Believe you need version 4 .. the usb plus model.. Guy has refurbished ones on ebay for $230.. just a fyi.
If I'm close to you, and you need to borrow this, just give me a shout. just grabbing it , and a dish kit for emergencies .. if my roof one is blocked ..
Getting reading to order my back up plan to the roof top traveler swm..
Tried searching this out again,, just got more confused..
Looking to have a mobile unit to set up so I am never without SATV.
I need a tripod for the dish.. and believe this is best ones if I remember the posts?
http://tv4rv.com/sunshop/index.php?l=product_detail&p=13
And I believe I need a SL3-SWM dish like this one sit on top?
http://www.ebay.com/itm/DIRECTV-AU9-SL3SWM-3-LNB-KA-KU-COMPLETE-KIT-POWER-INSERTER-8-WAY-SWITCH-FEDEX-/130928637348?pt=US_Antennas_Dishes&hash=item1e7bf475a4
And I should be all set ?
Thanks in advance
Steve:
Make sure you rig has a SWM (single wire multi-switch) antenna on the roof. Most likely it does as you rig is new. If you have a DVR and have only one cable going to it then the antenna on the roof is most likely SWM like the one you are asking about. If it has one while ball (LNB) on the antenna arm then it is SWM as well (Not all Trav’ler antennas are the same. Some are not SWM. Your DTV receiver will work with both types SWM and non-SWM.)
Recall that pointing this antenna can take a bit. Your source tv4rv.com sells a good product as to antenna and tripod, etc. I recommend you get the complete kit as you may need a power supply for the SWM antenna depending on how DRV wired you coach. "It depends." However, the signal meter it sells will not work with a SWM antenna. It has to do with the “smarts” to tell the SWM antenna how to, in so many words, receive and send signal to the meter. The little inexpensive meter rv4tv.com sells can’t do this. Using the directions form tv4rv.com and using the receiver in the coach this solution works. But it can be difficult until you understand the nuances of the SWM system and the 3 satellite alignment. Direct TV is the best for RV’s due to all SD programming being on one satellite, but it does require knowledge of how the system works and how to make it work.
So, yes, this is a good choice, but aiming can sometimes be frustrating until you learn the technique. Then it’s easy. So be prepared and don't get frustrated the first time.
I have what you are proposing for purchase.
It is the swm..
I just spotted a couple damaged new .. same Wineguard swm automatic on ebay..
Seems to me I could just set one of these on a pad, and just turn it on? Like the roof top unit ? That would really make life simple.
As you said, been reading the swm can be difficult to line up.
Gonna see how those auctions do.. and then will get this stuff coming.
Thanks again.
Does anyone know what version of the Birdog sat finder supports the swm technology dishes and the genie receivers? H44 specifically ?
Seeing versions from 2.0 - 4.0..
Thanks !
-- Edited by The Junkman on Tuesday 21st of October 2014 09:27:33 AM
Believe you need version 4 .. the usb plus model.. Guy has refurbished ones on ebay for $230.. just a fyi.
If I'm close to you, and you need to borrow this, just give me a shout. just grabbing it , and a dish kit for emergencies .. if my roof one is blocked ..
Thanks