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Gary · RV-Dreams Family Member

Has anyone seen or used this?

Workinrvers · RV-Dreams Family Member

it is similier to these: http://www.roadtrucker.com/satellite-tv-radio/satellite-tv-radio.html

Had a friend try the VuQube, he liked it and it worked well but he wanted to get HD channels and the type of unit he had could not p/u the correct satellite for the HD channels.
Looks like they have updated the units some though and this may not be an issue anymore.

One big difference I see is the Wineguard unit needs a seperate power cord ran to it and the VuQube gets it's power from the receiver unit in your camper (through the TV cable).

Hopefully someone with a little more "hands on" experience will chime in.

FD5 · RV-Dreams Family Member

That is what we have, works great.

Ckerr · RV-Dreams Family Member

We're looking at upgrading to one of these or the VuCube toward the end of the year.

John & Bridget, do you use Dish or DirectTV? Just wondering as we're trying to decide on both a provider and an auto aiming satellite....

NorCal Dan · RV-Dreams Family Member

That unit will not do HD with DirecTv. From the website:

Receives standard DirectTV® programming but not compatible with KA band satellites 99° and 103° or HD Satellite at 110°. It will receive all DISH Network® and Bell TV standard and HD programming.

You will need the Slimline antenna for DirecTv HD programming. None of the dome or in-motion systems available today receive HD programming from DirecTv.

-- Edited by NorCal Dan on Tuesday 31st of August 2010 08:36:56 PM

lb311 · RV-Dreams Family Member

I've got the Carryout and love it! I've got DishNetwork and get HD with it just fine. I originally had bought a VuQube 1000, but found it tremendously cumbersome to locate and lock into sat signals-- might as well have used a tripod and regular dish for that hassle.

But the Carryout is dummy-proof. I also like it's ladder mount better than the VuQube solution (no drilling into the rig required).

When I originally got it, I thought I'd just use the ladder mount to transport it and then take the unit off once I set up camp (as I like shady sites). But, if I'm planning to watch TV alot, I usually just leave it on the ladder and park in a sunny spot. So, in that regard, I probably would have been just as satisfied with a roof mount version of the Carryout rather than ladder mount.

tntlowrider · RV-Dreams Family Member

I have the Winneguard Carryout and love it. Once I figured out how to set it up with my receiver, it has worked great. They come with Direct TV settings so you have to code it for Dish Network. My RV sales guy was very helpful in setting that part up for me. I have HD and it works great.
As a fighter pilot, I like things to be a "no-brainer." Easy to set up, most of the time is getting the wires cleaned up and looking good. I have had great luck so far, have been using it since the middle of May. I do not have a ladder mount yet, but may get one before winter. I transport it in the back seat floor area of my truck, raise the seat and have plenty of room. I also have a piece of chain with a lock and tie it to the rig, case someone wants to do a "shoppers discount." I recommend it to anyone. Check with Camping World as they offer discounts. Get the 12v lighter adapter with it. It may cost a little more but worth it. 50 feet of cord comes with it, so you can move it where you can get a signal.

Terry and Jo · RV-Dreams Family Member

Gary,

I have little knowledge of any of the satellite systems other than the Direct TV we currently have at the house.

However, if I remember correctly from what I read on another forum, VuCube has only 1 coax cable. The Carryout needs a separate 12V supply as well as the coax cable.

The reason I mention that is because of the need of a separate 12V power supply. Perhaps others can clarifiy as to whether the statement I read elsewhere is actually true, and the best way to provide both coax and 12V power if it is true.

Also, it would be nice to know if that "separate power" would actually be a benefit or not over the VuCube. From what little I have read on the subject so far, I don't recall whether anyone said that the VuCube had any problems with power.

Terry

-- Edited by Terry and Jo on Wednesday 1st of September 2010 07:35:42 AM

Gary · RV-Dreams Family Member

Thanks to all for the responses. If anyone else out there uses this, please provide your opinion.

Research is fun. Find something that I've never heard of before and being able to ask folks who have practical experience is a priceless resource.

Thank You All Again!

Remi · RV-Dreams Family Member

Have you looked at these? http://www.winegard.com/travler/index.php they seem to be a step up from the mini, but a lot more cost friendly with the data storm if you don't need Internet off of it. Anyone try these units out yet?

Ckerr · RV-Dreams Family Member

Terry, there is a Power Adapter available for the Carryout allowing you to plug it into 110 outlet.

We're leaning towards the Carryout as our solution because it will give us more freedom to switch providers should we feel a need to (yes, I know we won't get HD if we choose to go with DirectTV) and it will support 2 recievers. We'd prefer 3, but will have to make do with 2!

Gary · RV-Dreams Family Member

Remi wrote:

Have you looked at these? http://www.winegard.com/travler/index.php they seem to be a step up from the mini, but a lot more cost friendly with the data storm if you don't need Internet off of it. Anyone try these units out yet?

Yet another option! Thanks Remi.

Remi · RV-Dreams Family Member

You're welcome. I am in the same boat looking at options. I probably will not do anything before I hit the road, but if I find I really feel a need to get my tv hooked up to satellite, at least I will know my options & the pros & cons of each.

I hadn't even heard of this one, just the data storm, tripod and carry out domes. I will be interested to know if anyone has used this one.

Racerguy · RV-Dreams Family Member

Don't let a dish and tri-pod scare you away from that option. The first couple times took me 45 minutes but now I can be set up in less than 15 every time.I have Dish Network Hi- Definition.Total cost for dish and tri-pod $ 80.00.

leno · RV-Dreams Family Member

We have the vucube and love it. We use directv..

Remi · RV-Dreams Family Member

Racerguy wrote:
Don't let a dish and tri-pod scare you away from that option. The first couple times took me 45 minutes but now I can be set up in less than 15 every time.I have Dish Network Hi- Definition.Total cost for dish and tri-pod $ 80.00.

Is that just a normal dish network install mounted on a tripod, or a specific unit?

FD5 · RV-Dreams Family Member

Dish with HD programing.

Racerguy · RV-Dreams Family Member

Remi wrote:

Racerguy wrote:
Don't let a dish and tri-pod scare you away from that option. The first couple times took me 45 minutes but now I can be set up in less than 15 every time.I have Dish Network Hi- Definition.Total cost for dish and tri-pod $ 80.00.

Is that just a normal dish network install mounted on a tripod, or a specific unit?

Same dish I had mounted on my house and a cheap tri-pod.I took the receiver I had in my Stix and brix. Go to e-bay and do a search for Satellite dish.Mine is the 1000.2 dish.If HD is not important a dish 500 will do.

http://cgi.ebay.com/DISH-NETWORK-1000-2-SATELLITE-110-119-129-HD-TRIPOD-/120572953414?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_0&hash=item1c12b54346

-- Edited by Racerguy on Wednesday 1st of September 2010 08:24:51 PM

NorCal Dan · RV-Dreams Family Member

Just my thoughts on the portable...the only thing it does is auto align the antenna. I have the slimline dish on the roof only because it is/was the only dish that receives Direct HD programming. I also carry a portable 18" 3LNB dish for those occasions that I am unable to use the roof mount because of trees. Direct gave me the 18" dish free when I signed up for service. My point is, aligning the dish is not hard and gets easier with practice, and, it will feed up to 4 receivers. Those portable systems seem like a lot of money.