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06-05-2016, 02:21 PM
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Junior Member
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Winegard Antenna
Hello Campers,
I have what will seem like a silly question, but because I'm new to RVing it's one of those things that I haven't figured out yet. I have a "new-to-me" 2009 21SS Roo. It has a Winegard antenna on top. I've looked at it closely but unfortunately can't find a model number on the antenna. Looking on the Internet for something similar, it appears to be a Wingman, but I'm not 100 % certain. What exactly does this device do for me?
2009 Rockwood Roo 21SS
1997 Chevrolet Suburban
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06-05-2016, 03:34 PM
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Senior Member
Join Date: Jul 2013
Posts: 340
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It's for the TV.
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06-05-2016, 03:35 PM
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Senior Member
Join Date: Oct 2015
Location: Maine
Posts: 471
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The Wingman is an add-on to your Sensar antenna that came with your camper. It will help increase UHF performance up to 100% on DTV channels.
I bought a Wingman for my Roo 23ws, and I do get a better reception and a few channels more.
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06-05-2016, 03:54 PM
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Junior Member
Join Date: Feb 2016
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Wow, seems like I should've known that. Thanks for the feedback and information!!
2009 Rockwood Roo 21SS
1997 Chevrolet Suburban
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06-05-2016, 06:59 PM
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Senior Member
Join Date: Dec 2011
Posts: 3,570
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Quote:
Originally Posted by mitchallman
Hello Campers,
I have what will seem like a silly question, but because I'm new to RVing it's one of those things that I haven't figured out yet. I have a "new-to-me" 2009 21SS Roo. It has a Winegard antenna on top. I've looked at it closely but unfortunately can't find a model number on the antenna. Looking on the Internet for something similar, it appears to be a Wingman, but I'm not 100 % certain. What exactly does this device do for me?
2009 Rockwood Roo 21SS
1997 Chevrolet Suburban
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You need to locate a switch plate in the wall near the TV. It will contain a small black button which operates power to the Winnegard ant. and a indicating light. This enables the rotating ant. power supply and booster. Without it it frees the circuit for cable use from the CG pedestal.
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06-05-2016, 07:08 PM
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Junior Member
Join Date: Feb 2016
Posts: 6
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Thank you. I do see the the switch panel with the button and light. Am I right in assuming that even though the antenna is extended, it is useless unless the button is depressed and the light is on?
2009 Rockwood Roo 21SS
1997 Chevrolet Suburban
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06-05-2016, 07:12 PM
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Cyber Phrenologist
Join Date: Jun 2007
Location: Southern Crescent
Posts: 1,806
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Quote:
Originally Posted by mitchallman
it is useless unless the button is depressed and the light is on?
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Yep.
The antenna amplifies the signal it receives, and so you have to turn on the amp.
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2008 (or is it 2009?) Rockwood 8280SS - 2022 F-250 7.3L
Lot's of mostly Kenwood radios
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06-05-2016, 07:14 PM
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Site Team
Join Date: Oct 2014
Posts: 15,288
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Yes the button must be pressed and light on for the ant to work. You also need to go to setup and channel scan every time you use it in a new location that is 10-20 miles from the last one, As that is a directional antenna, you can find several good smartphone apps that will show the direction and distance to broadcast antennas from your location.
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06-05-2016, 07:15 PM
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Junior Member
Join Date: Feb 2016
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So cool. You guys rock. Many thanks.
2009 Rockwood Roo 21SS
1997 Chevrolet Suburban
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06-05-2016, 07:18 PM
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geezer with gadgets
Join Date: Feb 2015
Location: SE Virginia
Posts: 672
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Maybe this could help...
Happy travels!
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2011 Sunseeker 3170ds "Ladybug"
2017 Jeep Grand Cherokee TOAD
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06-05-2016, 07:21 PM
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Junior Member
Join Date: Feb 2016
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Maybe? You kidding me? LOL
2009 Rockwood Roo 21SS
1997 Chevrolet Suburban
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06-05-2016, 07:28 PM
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Senior Member
Join Date: Dec 2015
Posts: 566
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I had no idea about this! My very next mod! Thanks again Dre!
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06-06-2016, 04:26 AM
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Senior Member
Join Date: Oct 2015
Location: Maine
Posts: 471
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Mainframe
I had no idea about this! My very next mod! Thanks again Dre!
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Once you're on a ladder and the roof antenna is accessible.......it takes about one minute to install !
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