can the antenna be used on the roof of my motorhome? what type of cable does it require and where can it be purchased?
1380510
Possibly... the antenna can be mounted with the mag-mount base (comes with the kit)and you'd need a longer cable to extend the short one on the base--the connector type is called SMA. You may be able to find a long range antenna for the Alpha and a clamp-type mount that would make it easy to put the antenna anywhere...(the Alpha stays inside while the cable (coaxial) goes from the card to the antenna outside)
1380511
I do not believe the device is meant for outdoor use. The cable from your computer to the device is USB 2, and some 6ft in length. I suppose a coax cable could be attached between the device and antenna to extend it beyond the Faraday cage of your motor home. Are you planning on WIFI mooching?
1380512
I use one of these and it works great inside as it is not weather proof try it inside first. You can remote the antenna, but it may not help. you need a tnc or an sma cable. Amazon has everything and other units that are weather proof
1380513
It comes with a USB cable that connects from the small USB port on the antenna to the standard one on any computer. I would not put it on the roof, as it's not weather-proof at all. Having it sitting next to your computer pointed in the direction of the wifi signal works just fine.
1380514
It plugs into your USB port on your computer. No need to put the unit outside on the roof. Works from your computer usb port.All included.
959011
It's a BNC style connector on the magnetic antenna. It replaces the supplied "rubber duck" antenna. No wiring at all, just place the mag mount antenna on the roof, and carefully run the coax through the door and shut the door on it. Don't expect a lot of range out of this, but you will hear truckers with the antenna on the roof, whereas the rubber duck is useless inside the vehicle.
1953812
Unless they are part of your satellite subscription, and you are within your sat service area, you can't. If you're addressing RV usage, use the roof-top antenna.
245634
I believe using 100 feet of it might be somewhat lossy on UHF and VHF, I use a short length(6ft) for a handytalky dual bander antenna in my bedroom, if I were to mount on top of the roof, I'd get the larger(not rg58 lol) and better coax to go vhf/uhf with that long of a run. Quality coax is like quality tools, work better/last longer. I suggest a quick call to HRO and get their advice.
1578614
Susan, I would wrap the USB adaptor and the connection with some UV resistant waterproof material...that's the only thing that could get fouled....I placed it on the top of a sailboat's mast and it's still kicking(last June 2013)the antenna itself would have not issues with being placed on the roof...connecting it to the roof is a whole issue in it self...god luck and keep posting
574527
This an indoor antenna(no magnetic base for the car). Look for the XM antenna with the magnetic base. This antenna will work but it will not stick to the roof of the car.I've used this antenna on the dash of my car, not on the car roof. DTF
1731044
I am using a rooftop antenna with a signal booster from Radio Shack. Should probably use an antenna made for digital TV.
495205
May not be what you need. This antenna is only 8" long and is mounted on top of the roof and at the rear of a 2011 Chevy Traverse. It's low enough to get into the garage but at that location, it is probably as high as any hood mounted unit. Reception has improved exponentially.
271676
I used a 20ft 3 pole mast, so I did not need to attach anything to the roof. Sorry I could not be of more assistance. I would guess you need some sort of a tripod secured to the roof. The channel master rotor attached to the tripod then use the super mast secured to the rotor and then secure the antenna to the top of the super mast pole. I think this might work.
1099717
If the antenna is outside the tin roof should have absolutely no effect on its operation. I'm fairly certain that it would work inside as well
88795
The antenna comes with clamps to mount it to a mast, an adapter to use antenna cable and that is all. You will need some kind of roof mount and a mast. Hope that helps.
1441913
You can install this outside on your roof, or inside in your attic space. It hooks up to your tv with a regular coax cable. It's a very strong antenna. If you live out in the boonies, you might need a signal amplifier too.
1852138
All good information except never tape the cable to the mast you need to run 4" stand offs, they are available anywhere that sells antenna equipment. Also keep the cable away from metal gutters etc..
844253
Been my experience with the equipped "rubber Dickie" antenna... Not far...add a roof magnetic type and distance is vastly increased...
1044738
Winegard Direct and several other web sites will make antenna recommendations based on your physical address and channels you want to receive. In every case, YMMV. However, if you can get a signal indoors most of the time, you can probably get a much better one with a roof-mounted antenna. Basically, you need to get up higher and eliminate as much structure between you and the broadcaster as possible. Make sure the antenna is both VHF and UHF, preferably not uni-directional unless all your stations are on the same antenna farm. Try antennaweb dot com or just Google "TV antenna recommendations."
78805
The antenna comes with a bracket and U-bolts. You can mount it on a pole or whatever the bolts will fit. I use mine in the RV, so have a wooden base with with a two foot piece of two inch diameter pipe mounted to it.The antenna is passive. Connect to phone input or amplifier. No external power is needed.
1204199
Depending on the type of roofing material you have on your roof, this should work fine in an attic. I have mine installed in a garage with a finished ceiling and asphalt shingles, and I am able to receive the major networks. I live between 20-35 miles from the transmitting towers. The antenna needs to be facing the correct direction to ensure proper signal reception.