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Dean A Van Peursem · 09-10-2006, 11:00 AM

I am interested in trying to add internet service via satellite when we travel with our late 2006 3400RL. I'm currently running Direct Tv with the Rv and have had no difficulty setting up the dish/receiver for that in several different locations.

But now I want to take the next step.

After doing a little research I am a bit astounded that "rv-anywhere" is charging $2965 for this capability. Then I see eBay offers for similar capability in the less than $1,000 area. But even that seems too much for what is really received. So with limited research knowledge it seems to me the way to go is just get a home installation of Hughesnet for the $300 and then convert that instalation into a portable one with a tripod and one or two alignment aids. Then use the portable capability for home as well.

Am I underestimating the complexity here or is this the only real cost effective way to go? PS: I don't need internet while traveling. Just once I get parked.

Any help would be appreciated. Thanks in advance.

09-10-2006, 11:00 AM	#1
Dean A Van Peursem Montana Master Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: Snohomish Posts: 579 M.O.C. #5583	Portable Hughesnet I am interested in trying to add internet service via satellite when we travel with our late 2006 3400RL. I'm currently running Direct Tv with the Rv and have had no difficulty setting up the dish/receiver for that in several different locations. But now I want to take the next step. After doing a little research I am a bit astounded that "rv-anywhere" is charging $2965 for this capability. Then I see eBay offers for similar capability in the less than $1,000 area. But even that seems too much for what is really received. So with limited research knowledge it seems to me the way to go is just get a home installation of Hughesnet for the $300 and then convert that instalation into a portable one with a tripod and one or two alignment aids. Then use the portable capability for home as well. Am I underestimating the complexity here or is this the only real cost effective way to go? PS: I don't need internet while traveling. Just once I get parked. Any help would be appreciated. Thanks in advance.