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Howard · Howard

Distant Network Service (DNS) is the ability of mobile satellite TV users to get east coast (New York) and/or west coast (Los Angeles) network feeds in lieu of local stations (ABC, CBS, FOX, NBC). RVers are required to submit an affidavit of mobility with RV registration data to be eligible for this...

Remi · Remi

I know I need to purchase a good cell repeaters, but there seem to be a lot of options out there these days. What is everyone using & how do they like it?

3Gstore_Matt · 3Gstore_Matt

I just wanted to give you guys some notice that our Black Friday/Cyber Monday promo's are now live on our site! One item in paticular I think you'll be intereseted in is the SOHO amplifier which is now on special for $339.95. We have other specials on certain antennas, routers and other networking equi...

Fordiesel250 · Fordiesel250

If I get a cradlepoint I do not need to use the smartview software which runs my aircard? Is this correct?

Fordiesel250 · Fordiesel250

I have a aircard from Sprint and it is a 3G. When I was using it new software was downloaded online and since then it will not work. I took my PC and the aircard to Sprint and was told it was a PC issue so I went to Best Buy and the PC expert told me that it was a aircard issue. Back I went to Sprint who once again...

3Gstore_Matt · 3Gstore_Matt

Starting today, Verizon will be offering three new service packages exclusive to current and new MiFi 2200 customers Options: 3GB for $35/mo, $10 per GB overage 5GB for $50/mo, $10 per GB overage 10GB for $80/mo, $10 per GB overage Please note that if you have a current unlimited grandfathered accou...

Trabuco · Trabuco

I'm interested in hearing from those of you that have satellite and/or air cards. I know there is a start up cost factor to consider. I'm kind of interested in knowing the kind of problems you have with each and what you like about the system you have.

Trabuco · Trabuco

Does anyone out there use a VuCube for satellite TV? I was thinking of getting one as a backup. One of my concerns would be someone walking off with it. I do like the fact that it gets it power through the coax cable.

charles · charles

We have VERIZON cell ph and also their air card for the computer.Headed to Alaska in the spring.What is the current situation on their use in Canada? We spent several summers in Canada and found the cost prohibitive. CCC

3Gstore_Matt · 3Gstore_Matt

Effective today, customers purchasing the Verizon MiFi or Fivespot mobile hotspot devices will be able to choose from three different plans:3GB for $35/month, $10 per GB overage*5GB for $50/month, $10 per GB overage10GB for $80/month, $10 per GB overage*the 3GB plan is a promo plan - it will only b...

3Gstore_Matt · 3Gstore_Matt

Hello everyone! I was asked if I'd create an account and monitor this section of this forum on occassion to help members with staying connected on the go. If you have any specific questions feel free to ask away ;)

Waggin Tails · Waggin Tails

(http://rv-dreams.typepad.com/rvdreams_journal/2010/10/travel-day-to-oregon-oregon-oh.html).Flip, the Sony Bloggie, the Kodak Zi8, the Kodak Playsport, the Va...

LuvSun · LuvSun

Hi - new to this forum and to the RV world. I have purchased an Open Range 5th wheel for full time living and cant get a straight answer from the dealer or service centers as to which stationary satellite would be best for me. I would like something that would support a DVR, where I could watch TV on one chann...

alexsian · alexsian

Multiple sources are reporting that rumored "tiered pricing" for Verizon's data service will start on Oct. 28 Among the options rumored to become available is one that provides 10GB of data for $80/mo I think its a good thing that verizon realizes some folks could really use more than 5GB...

TXRVr · TXRVr

There have been numerous posts on subjects of satellite, digital TV, and the like, but I haven't read any mention of streaming TV programs. Does everyone know that you can do that by accessing the website for each network? I missed a new episode of one of our favorite programs this week so I just went to...

Waggin Tails · Waggin Tails

I'll admit that I am a DROID fan. While other family members are are iPhones users, I picked DROID for my first smart phone. Main reason for doing this was based on carrier coverage. Currently we are on ATT. Many fulltimers are not. I got tired of waiting for the expected announcement that iPhone w...

Luvglass · Luvglass

I just saw a neat suggestion on the Carriage forum for an alternative to the 2 way radios that we use for parking assistance. Someone suggested using cell phones set to speaker phone for hands free instant communication without having to worry about pressing the talk button, or steering with one hand...

TXRVr · TXRVr

OK all you first adopters I have a comparison question on cell devices. I am trying to make a decision between a Droid, Palm, or Blackberry. I understand that the Droid far surpasses the other two with respect to apps. My need is simple. No social networking, but a Wi-Fi hotspot, talking GPS, and maybe...

3Gstore_Matt · 3Gstore_Matt

Yesterday, Verizon had their official press release and announced the first 38 markets that will have 4G available by the end of 2010. Rumors indicate a mid Novemeber launch but that might not be concrete. This service should be the answer to travlers that demand more bandwidth than 3G is capable of....

two travelers · two travelers

OK I am not up on all the tec stuff for phones and how to use them .. or computers that much.. I have a Go phone that I load maybe $20.00 on each month and never even use it up.. but we are going to be at the campground most of the summer .. and I need my computer... I do all my banking and bill paying by the computer...

Paul and Jo · Paul and Jo

Any of you that know us, know that we're newbies and are camping in our first campground, close to our last S&B, just to check out the RV systems before we hit the USA road. The RV is checking out suberbly! The campground we are at is providing us every amenity we need ... electricity, water, laundr...

Sherry · Sherry

I am getting ready to mount my Wilson trucker antenna. It has a 12 foot cable attached and it needs to reach my CradlePoint router (MBR900) to plug into to my Novatel 760 broadband modem. I have the 3-Way pipe mount for the antenna. The rig is a 34 foot Winnebago Brave. Is there a best place to mou...

alexsian · alexsian

One of the problems that face RVers is that the internet service provided by many rural campgrounds can be really crappy. Sometimes, its really not the campgrounds fault and the root of the problem is the lack of broadband service "out in the sticks". That may change in the near future, tha...

Terry and Jo · Terry and Jo

I thought I had posted this topic on the forums here, but I couldn't find anything about it with the search function. So, I'll put it out there in case any of you have the Xantrex SW3000 pure sine wave inverter. Apparently they have issued a safety recall on certain units. The link below will take you to...

TxYellowRose · TxYellowRose

A lot of you know how I struggled with the decision of satellite Internet versus air card. We went with HughesNet and have been very happy with it so far, being able to access the Web in places where folks could not with their air cards. I was honored and tickled to be asked to contribute a guest blog artic...

2Markeys · 2Markeys

Okay, I am confused. We are looking into a Verizon Air Card for use in the sticks and bricks and the RV. I understand that we can get an Air Card Router from 3gStore.com, but I am lost in regards to the antenna/booster. Do you need one...and if so, which one...a mag mount or a Trucker Antenna? Does either an...

Ken & Sarah · Ken & Sarah

We have Direct TV, the DVR is in the living room and just a receiver in the bedroom, because the way the dish on the top of the fiver is wired this is the set up we have. Our dish is a TRAV'LER® Satellite TV Antennas and when we have bad weather forecasted I stow the dish. Given all that, I am wondering if anyone...

Sherry · Sherry

I'd like to get an update on the only thread I can find on printers in RVs which is from 2008. Everyone then seemed to have HP all-in-ones and most were pretty happy with them. Main suggestions were get an all-in-one and get a small one. Is that still the consensus? HP? Does anyone have anything el...

Terry and Jo · Terry and Jo

Jo and I just purchased a new SUV and it is not equipped with the onboard navigation system that our Explorer had. So, now I find myself returning, once again, to my online friends who have yet to fail me. With using the forum "search" feature, I found quite a bit of the questions below already...

Ken & Sarah · Ken & Sarah

I want to buy a wireless weather station for the enjoyment of learning more about the weather and because weather plays an integral part in the enjoyment of RVing. I don't know much about weather, except I don't want to be in the north in the winter or in the south in the summer, but I do think it would be fun...

Topic		Started By	Replies	Views	Last Post
	DirecTV & Distant Network Service (Preview) Distant Network Service (DNS) is the ability of mobile satellite TV users to get east coast (New York) and/or west coast (Los Angeles) network feeds in lieu of local stations (ABC, CBS, FOX, NBC). RVers are required to submit an affidavit of mobility with RV registration data to be eligible for this...	Howard	16	8314	12:01 AM Dec 6, 2010 by jimpat4649
	What cell repeaters/booster are you using? (Preview) I know I need to purchase a good cell repeaters, but there seem to be a lot of options out there these days. What is everyone using & how do they like it?	Remi	9	3123	03:29 PM Nov 24, 2010 by Bill and Linda
	3Gstore Black Friday/Cyber Monday Specials! (Preview) I just wanted to give you guys some notice that our Black Friday/Cyber Monday promo's are now live on our site! One item in paticular I think you'll be intereseted in is the SOHO amplifier which is now on special for $339.95. We have other specials on certain antennas, routers and other networking equi...	3Gstore_Matt	0	1370	01:59 PM Nov 23, 2010 by 3Gstore_Matt
	Cradlepoint question (Preview) If I get a cradlepoint I do not need to use the smartview software which runs my aircard? Is this correct?	Fordiesel250	6	2734	05:26 PM Nov 18, 2010 by 3Gstore_Matt
	Trouble (Preview) I have a aircard from Sprint and it is a 3G. When I was using it new software was downloaded online and since then it will not work. I took my PC and the aircard to Sprint and was told it was a PC issue so I went to Best Buy and the PC expert told me that it was a aircard issue. Back I went to Sprint who once again...	Fordiesel250	3	2375	08:10 PM Nov 6, 2010 by 3Gstore_Matt
	Verizon offering new 3G service plans. (Preview) Starting today, Verizon will be offering three new service packages exclusive to current and new MiFi 2200 customers Options: 3GB for $35/mo, $10 per GB overage 5GB for $50/mo, $10 per GB overage 10GB for $80/mo, $10 per GB overage Please note that if you have a current unlimited grandfathered accou...	3Gstore_Matt	10	2871	08:09 AM Nov 6, 2010 by TXRVr
	Satellite vs Air Card (Preview) I'm interested in hearing from those of you that have satellite and/or air cards. I know there is a start up cost factor to consider. I'm kind of interested in knowing the kind of problems you have with each and what you like about the system you have.	Trabuco	19	7730	01:54 PM Nov 4, 2010 by TxYellowRose
	VuCube (Preview) Does anyone out there use a VuCube for satellite TV? I was thinking of getting one as a backup. One of my concerns would be someone walking off with it. I do like the fact that it gets it power through the coax cable.	Trabuco	4	3130	05:58 PM Nov 3, 2010 by mailman01
	CANADIAN cell access/Verizon ph and aircard (Preview) We have VERIZON cell ph and also their air card for the computer.Headed to Alaska in the spring.What is the current situation on their use in Canada? We spent several summers in Canada and found the cost prohibitive. CCC	charles	8	4467	05:32 PM Oct 29, 2010 by Sandra
	Verizon offering new 3G service plans (Preview) Effective today, customers purchasing the Verizon MiFi or Fivespot mobile hotspot devices will be able to choose from three different plans:3GB for $35/month, $10 per GB overage*5GB for $50/month, $10 per GB overage10GB for $80/month, $10 per GB overage*the 3GB plan is a promo plan - it will only b...	3Gstore_Matt	0	926	11:28 AM Oct 28, 2010 by 3Gstore_Matt
	Greetings from 3Gstore! (Preview) Hello everyone! I was asked if I'd create an account and monitor this section of this forum on occassion to help members with staying connected on the go. If you have any specific questions feel free to ask away ;)	3Gstore_Matt	44	3735	10:41 AM Oct 28, 2010 by 3Gstore_Matt
	Pocket HD Video Camera HD Video Camera (Preview) (http://rv-dreams.typepad.com/rvdreams_journal/2010/10/travel-day-to-oregon-oregon-oh.html).Flip, the Sony Bloggie, the Kodak Zi8, the Kodak Playsport, the Va...	Waggin Tails	1	1248	06:12 AM Oct 27, 2010 by NorCal Dan
	HELP! Need direction on which Satellite System to purchase (Preview) Hi - new to this forum and to the RV world. I have purchased an Open Range 5th wheel for full time living and cant get a straight answer from the dealer or service centers as to which stationary satellite would be best for me. I would like something that would support a DVR, where I could watch TV on one chann...	LuvSun	14	3651	05:15 PM Oct 25, 2010 by Ken & Sarah
	Verizon 3G service: 10GB/mo for $80 starts 10/28? (Preview) Multiple sources are reporting that rumored "tiered pricing" for Verizon's data service will start on Oct. 28 Among the options rumored to become available is one that provides 10GB of data for $80/mo I think its a good thing that verizon realizes some folks could really use more than 5GB...	alexsian	5	1986	12:55 PM Oct 21, 2010 by Penny and Paul
	Streaming TV shows (Preview) There have been numerous posts on subjects of satellite, digital TV, and the like, but I haven't read any mention of streaming TV programs. Does everyone know that you can do that by accessing the website for each network? I missed a new episode of one of our favorite programs this week so I just went to...	TXRVr	6	2676	06:09 AM Oct 20, 2010 by RioMao
	DROID (Preview) I'll admit that I am a DROID fan. While other family members are are iPhones users, I picked DROID for my first smart phone. Main reason for doing this was based on carrier coverage. Currently we are on ATT. Many fulltimers are not. I got tired of waiting for the expected announcement that iPhone w...	Waggin Tails	3	2140	09:00 AM Oct 15, 2010 by The Bear II
	Cell phones instead of 2 way radios (Preview) I just saw a neat suggestion on the Carriage forum for an alternative to the 2 way radios that we use for parking assistance. Someone suggested using cell phones set to speaker phone for hands free instant communication without having to worry about pressing the talk button, or steering with one hand...	Luvglass	7	2079	02:25 PM Oct 13, 2010 by The Bear II
	Droid vs Palm (Preview) OK all you first adopters I have a comparison question on cell devices. I am trying to make a decision between a Droid, Palm, or Blackberry. I understand that the Droid far surpasses the other two with respect to apps. My need is simple. No social networking, but a Wi-Fi hotspot, talking GPS, and maybe...	TXRVr	16	2748	07:29 AM Oct 8, 2010 by Remi
	Verizon VZ4G LTE Service Coming Soon! (Preview) Yesterday, Verizon had their official press release and announced the first 38 markets that will have 4G available by the end of 2010. Rumors indicate a mid Novemeber launch but that might not be concrete. This service should be the answer to travlers that demand more bandwidth than 3G is capable of....	3Gstore_Matt	1	1869	03:37 PM Oct 7, 2010 by janni
	using telephone to contenect to internet (Preview) OK I am not up on all the tec stuff for phones and how to use them .. or computers that much.. I have a Go phone that I load maybe $20.00 on each month and never even use it up.. but we are going to be at the campground most of the summer .. and I need my computer... I do all my banking and bill paying by the computer...	two travelers	20	3301	08:22 AM Oct 3, 2010 by bjoyce
	Internet provided by campground (Preview) Any of you that know us, know that we're newbies and are camping in our first campground, close to our last S&B, just to check out the RV systems before we hit the USA road. The RV is checking out suberbly! The campground we are at is providing us every amenity we need ... electricity, water, laundr...	Paul and Jo	19	3012	05:46 PM Oct 1, 2010 by 3Gstore_Matt
	Advice on mounting Wilson trucker antenna & CradlePoint router (Preview) I am getting ready to mount my Wilson trucker antenna. It has a 12 foot cable attached and it needs to reach my CradlePoint router (MBR900) to plug into to my Novatel 760 broadband modem. I have the 3-Way pipe mount for the antenna. The rig is a 34 foot Winnebago Brave. Is there a best place to mou...	Sherry	7	3360	11:30 PM Sep 30, 2010 by dream reachers
	Super Wifi may benefit RVers in near future super wifi white spaces superwifi rural broadband campground wifi (Preview) One of the problems that face RVers is that the internet service provided by many rural campgrounds can be really crappy. Sometimes, its really not the campgrounds fault and the root of the problem is the lack of broadband service "out in the sticks". That may change in the near future, tha...	alexsian	0	1729	09:24 AM Sep 29, 2010 by alexsian
	Xantrex SW3000 Inverter Safety Recall (Preview) I thought I had posted this topic on the forums here, but I couldn't find anything about it with the search function. So, I'll put it out there in case any of you have the Xantrex SW3000 pure sine wave inverter. Apparently they have issued a safety recall on certain units. The link below will take you to...	Terry and Jo	0	3138	11:02 AM Sep 23, 2010 by Terry and Jo
	Experiences with Satellite Internet (Preview) A lot of you know how I struggled with the decision of satellite Internet versus air card. We went with HughesNet and have been very happy with it so far, being able to access the Web in places where folks could not with their air cards. I was honored and tickled to be asked to contribute a guest blog artic...	TxYellowRose	2	1586	08:10 AM Sep 17, 2010 by mktobob
	Antennas for Air Card (Preview) Okay, I am confused. We are looking into a Verizon Air Card for use in the sticks and bricks and the RV. I understand that we can get an Air Card Router from 3gStore.com, but I am lost in regards to the antenna/booster. Do you need one...and if so, which one...a mag mount or a Trucker Antenna? Does either an...	2Markeys	7	6374	04:43 PM Sep 14, 2010 by jimmydoppler
	Direct TV issues (Preview) We have Direct TV, the DVR is in the living room and just a receiver in the bedroom, because the way the dish on the top of the fiver is wired this is the set up we have. Our dish is a TRAV'LER® Satellite TV Antennas and when we have bad weather forecasted I stow the dish. Given all that, I am wondering if anyone...	Ken & Sarah	9	4512	07:46 PM Sep 10, 2010 by Steak Eater
	Other than HP all in one?? (Preview) I'd like to get an update on the only thread I can find on printers in RVs which is from 2008. Everyone then seemed to have HP all-in-ones and most were pretty happy with them. Main suggestions were get an all-in-one and get a small one. Is that still the consensus? HP? Does anyone have anything el...	Sherry	11	2218	08:03 AM Sep 10, 2010 by DorisandDave
	Satellite Navigation Systems Questions (Preview) Jo and I just purchased a new SUV and it is not equipped with the onboard navigation system that our Explorer had. So, now I find myself returning, once again, to my online friends who have yet to fail me. With using the forum "search" feature, I found quite a bit of the questions below already...	Terry and Jo	7	2107	03:20 PM Sep 5, 2010 by NorCal Dan
	Weather Stations (Preview) I want to buy a wireless weather station for the enjoyment of learning more about the weather and because weather plays an integral part in the enjoyment of RVing. I don't know much about weather, except I don't want to be in the north in the winter or in the south in the summer, but I do think it would be fun...	Ken & Sarah	2	1754	06:43 PM Sep 2, 2010 by jagco
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