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Forum: Appliances and Electronics 12-09-2020, 03:50 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 6,052
Posted By Aaron2018
Now there's a idea!! RV to satellite to truck...

Now there's a idea!! RV to satellite to truck would probably be more reliable than the current system!
Forum: Appliances and Electronics 12-09-2020, 12:27 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 6,052
Posted By Aaron2018
Couldn't tell from the expression on your face!

Couldn't tell from the expression on your face!
Forum: Appliances and Electronics 12-09-2020, 08:54 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 6,052
Posted By Aaron2018
Ok chriscowles. The antenna pattern issue is like...

Ok chriscowles. The antenna pattern issue is like this: take a broom stick and put it in the ground pointing straight up. Now, take an inner tube and place it around the broomstick. The inflated...
Forum: Appliances and Electronics 12-08-2020, 07:36 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 6,052
Posted By Aaron2018
Sunseeker, there are 2 ways that speed impacts...

Sunseeker, there are 2 ways that speed impacts your signal. 1- if the wind bends the antenna ( and my extended range antenna is just a "coat hanger") then the pattern created by the antenna moves up...
Forum: Appliances and Electronics 12-08-2020, 06:24 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 6,052
Posted By Aaron2018
Boscorelli, I searched thru several website and...

Boscorelli, I searched thru several website and found this antenna cable which will allow me to move the rear antenna closer toward the front of the RV. It's only $8.99 and is 33 ft long. I won't...
Forum: General Community Discussions 12-06-2020, 08:43 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 4,414
Posted By Aaron2018
dbledan, where did you position the antennas? I...

dbledan, where did you position the antennas? I found that mounting the monitor around my rearview mirror did not work. Don't know if it's too close to electronics or if the roof blocked too much...
Forum: General Community Discussions 12-06-2020, 08:41 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 4,414
Posted By Aaron2018
Thanks everyone!! Seems the backup cameras are a...

Thanks everyone!! Seems the backup cameras are a universal pain! I think I found an extension antenna wire on Amazon; anyway I ordered it. At $8.99 it's not a big loss if it doesn't work.By the...
Forum: General Community Discussions 12-05-2020, 10:20 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 4,414
Posted By Aaron2018
cbvp, thanks for the information!! That sounds...

cbvp, thanks for the information!! That sounds like an excellent solution, I'll see if I can find that extension wire. Appreciate the help!
Forum: General Community Discussions 12-05-2020, 09:10 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 4,414
Posted By Aaron2018
comfun1, thanks for your inputs....My buddy has...

comfun1, thanks for your inputs....My buddy has that unit, but he's down with Covid so I haven't had a chance to ask about it. You are correct, metal, especially metal in sheet form, interfers with...
Forum: General Community Discussions 12-05-2020, 09:05 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 4,414
Posted By Aaron2018
Csbadvisor, thanks for the input! I got a...

Csbadvisor, thanks for the input! I got a longer cable with the "extended " antenna, but it's only about 10'. I went to Best Buy looking for an extension for the cable wire and they total me...
Forum: General Community Discussions 12-05-2020, 08:59 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 4,414
Posted By Aaron2018
zs325RES, thanks for the inputs! Your unit...

zs325RES, thanks for the inputs! Your unit looks almost exactly like mine, but I guess they all would be similar. But the camera is exaclty the same and the monitor has different buttons. Did...
Forum: General Community Discussions 12-04-2020, 03:33 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 4,414
Posted By Aaron2018
The original ad said it worked up to 55", I just...

The original ad said it worked up to 55", I just checked the Amazon website and it now says 60". By moving the RV antenna forward 8 ft and mounting the monitor antenna in the rear of my crewcab, I...
Forum: General Community Discussions 12-04-2020, 02:59 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 4,414
Posted By Aaron2018
Thanks SailorSam for the thought. I do not have...

Thanks SailorSam for the thought. I do not have a chip.
Forum: General Community Discussions 12-04-2020, 02:40 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 4,414
Posted By Aaron2018
Backup Camera

Okay folks!! I have used my backup camera (bought on Amazon) for 8 trips and I have added longer antennas to both the camera and the monitor trying to get a constant signal. My RV is 37' and I...
Forum: Plumbing and Water Systems & Fixtures 12-01-2020, 04:31 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 7,342
Posted By Aaron2018
Thanks for posting the diagrams and pics!!! I...

Thanks for posting the diagrams and pics!!! I really like to understand what going on and it's great to have someone like you help us all!
Forum: Appliances and Electronics 10-18-2020, 01:58 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 6,052
Posted By Aaron2018
I have responded to the manufacturer and it has...

I have responded to the manufacturer and it has been 3 days since I contacted them. Have not gotten any reply, so I requested inputs from them is AM. Waiting to see what happens.
Forum: Appliances and Electronics 10-14-2020, 06:19 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 6,052
Posted By Aaron2018
I bought the Yakry FHD 1080P Digital Wireless...

I bought the Yakry FHD 1080P Digital Wireless Backup Camera for RVs/Trailers/Trucks/Fifth Wheels/Boats Rear/Front View Camera 7''Monitor with DVR System Highway Monitoring System Guide Lines ON/OFF. ...
Forum: Appliances and Electronics 10-14-2020, 05:29 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 6,052
Posted By Aaron2018
I have already put a longer antenna on the camera...

I have already put a longer antenna on the camera and moved the antenna about 5 ft from the back of the RV. This helped reduce the dropout at lower speeds, but above 55 mph the monitor goes blank...
Forum: Appliances and Electronics 10-14-2020, 01:50 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 6,052
Posted By Aaron2018
backup camera dropouts

I installed a backup camera with a auxilary antenna to give the unit more range (37 foot 5th wheel). System works fine below 55 MPH, signal freezes or drops out when I go above 55 MPH. Any ideas on...
Forum: General Community Discussions 04-05-2020, 04:57 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,205
Posted By Aaron2018
Super! thanks Filthy-Beast!

Super! thanks Filthy-Beast!
Forum: General Community Discussions 04-05-2020, 04:36 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,205
Posted By Aaron2018
Help with sink cover

Our Salem Hemisphere does not have a sink cover ( we bought it used) and it measures 14 3/4" by 25 3/4". I have searched the usual online stores and eve n putting 2 pieces together will not span...
Forum: General Community Discussions 04-02-2020, 05:00 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,171
Posted By Aaron2018
Thanks for your inputs guys!

Thanks for your inputs guys!
Forum: General Community Discussions 03-28-2020, 07:04 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,171
Posted By Aaron2018
It looks like some of the covers would be a bear...

It looks like some of the covers would be a bear to install and remove, any out there that are easy to put on and take off? do any of these covers allow you to go into the unit with the cover...
Forum: General Community Discussions 03-12-2020, 06:48 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,171
Posted By Aaron2018
It's on private property. I have seen 1 cover...

It's on private property. I have seen 1 cover that I think is what you are referring to, but I don't have any info on these. Looks like 4 poles and a tarp and some rope. Any place I can get a...
Forum: General Community Discussions 03-12-2020, 03:32 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,171
Posted By Aaron2018
summer cover for Florida

We have a Salem Hemisphere 5er and live in NW FL. This is our 1st summer with the RV. What about a cover for the 36' unit? Do you put anything on top of the RV to provide air space between the RV...
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