Function
Satellite TV service gives RVers hundreds of channels of television to watch from almost anywhere.
Benefits
Satellite TV service offers RVs the ability to watch TV while driving down the road, or stationary at their favorite campground without relying on a cable hookup.
Types
RV satellite TV service providers include Dish Network and DirecTV; both charge a monthly fee for service.
Features
There are two types of antenna for installing satellite dishes on an RV to receive TV service. Automatic is generally more expensive, adjusts the dish toward the satellite and typically mounts on the roof. Manual dishes mount on a tripod and require the user to point the dish in the direction of the satellite.
Considerations
Proper installation of equipment for use of satellite TV on your RV requires wiring into your RV's electrical system and set up through your service provider.
Article Written By A.C. Bauer
A.C. Bauer is a seasoned adventurist with explorations spanning four continents, including hiking Machu Picchu, snorkeling the Great Barrier Reef, running the Ice Age Trail and road biking out of her front door. She has written marketing materials for eight years and worked for Red Bull, Disney and Dick's Sporting Goods, and received a master's in recreation and sport science from Ohio University.
