Winegard Gateway 4g LTE Wifi Router Install & Speed Test (RV Internet Upgrade)

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Winegard Gateway 4g LTE Wifi Router Install & Speed Test
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As we continue this journey, we are constantly looking for ways to improve our routines and decrease our stress. Internet access is always on our minds and is a big part of our decision making when we research locations. With Cindy and I, Harold, having to work full time along with two teenagers in a virtual high school, we need solid internet access. Let's not forget about KZbin videos! Today, we are installing a Winegard Gateway 4g Lte Wifi Router. We went with this option since our RV already had the Winegard 360 dome on the roof. This is compatible with Verizon, AT&T and T-Mobile. We will show you how we installed the gateway router along with performing a speed test. Spoiler alert... It was faster!
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[@malone1todd]

they say you should avoid wire nuts in a camper. Most OEMs now use those snap clips for wires (Wago style). this Winegard stuff is actually part of an acquisition they did with WiFi Ranger (which we had in our previous camper and loved it). He says you need to switch to 4G, but if you are at a campground with great wifi, you can switch it back to wifi and use their network bandwidth (and sometimes faster speeds). But you have to mess with the settings and understand a little bit about computer networking. The benefit of this gateway is that everything INSIDE the camper is always set to the gateway for the network, no matter if you are 4G or Wifi to campground, you don't have to mess with all your devices (Smart TV, Alexa, phones, etc), they will all work the same every day! Great video. I'm ordering my gateway now!

[@1StrangeAdventure]

Thanks for the tips. We have been satisfied with the gateway so far!

[@pwestjr]

This was a huge help. We had already got a Pepwave Max Transit duo CAT12 LTE Advanced Router but you gave me the idea of using the sim card in our new Verizon tablet in the Pepwave instead and just using the wi-fi signal with the tablet. Thank you so much! Hope to meet you guys one day.

[@1StrangeAdventure]

Glad it was helpful!

[@johnbradley6179]

Fantastic video Harold and loaded with good information. Your videos are getting better and more professional. Keep up the great job. Stay safe, stay well.

[@1StrangeAdventure]

We really appreciate that! Glad you found it useful.

[@theCrankyYankee]

LOL. Sorry about the fuse but also glad I'm not the only one who cut the live wire and blew the fuse! Always learning! Thanks for sharing!

[@1StrangeAdventure]

LOL... nope. You're not alone! I guess that's part of the experience though... LOL

[@spockonetwo]

Excellent video presentation. You clarified the “loop” wire issue I was trying to figure out. 👍🏼👍🏼 Thanks!

[@1StrangeAdventure]

Your so welcome! I’m glad it helped 😊

[@1972jeffery]

We love our Winegard. I actually watched your video with the help of it.

[@1StrangeAdventure]

Awesome! I uploaded this video on it! ;)

[@Lifes_RV_Adventures]

Thanks! I just bought an RV with this Winegard on it. I was hesitant about setting it up.

[@1StrangeAdventure]

It was the same for us but it has made a big difference for us. Of course, it's different for everyone. Hopefully it works well for you!

[@Freightmeister]

Nicely done Harold. Very informative.

[@1StrangeAdventure]

Thank you! Definitely a learning experience.

[@gadroberts]

Great job on the install and set up!

[@1StrangeAdventure]

Thanks!

[@eddiestutz6431]

I just stumbled across this video. Hot damn. Couldn't figure out the "loop" wire thanks so much. Will have up and running this weekend

[@1StrangeAdventure]

Awe yay! I’m glad you found it helpful. Hopefully it all worked out for you 😊

[@hazelnutz9266]

Incredibly informative and helpful!!!

[@1StrangeAdventure]

Glad it was helpful! Thanks for watching!

[@KRDestinations]

Oh man I’m so glad you did a video on this I’ve been struggling to justify getting one my Weebboost is not working as well as it used to and our new RV came with that Wine Garth 360 so we have this option so it was really really curious and needed some advice and this helped out a lot so we appreciate it love you guys

[@1StrangeAdventure]

Glad we could help. If you have any other questions, just let us know.

[@carmelolocasto1]

Excellent content you explain everything you need to make this happen great job 👌👍

[@1StrangeAdventure]

I appreciate that! Thanks for watching 😊

[@RaleyCreativeTravel]

Thanks for sharing, great job!!

[@1StrangeAdventure]

Thanks!

[@ric8759]

Great video!!

[@1StrangeAdventure]

Thank you so much!

[@RodGriTV]

Great video! We have this system in our MPG Cruiser and works great. The only thing is that we have a Prepaid Data Plan $55 per 30 days with 100GB from AT&T. You said that you are using your iPad’s SIM card, and if that is correct and you say is working for you, I’m going to try with mine iPad SIM card because my plan is unlimited and I will save $35 per month. 😳💪🏼They said that will not work so that’s why I got the prepaid plan. Mother flowers!! 🤦🏻‍♂️🤦🏻‍♂️🤣🤣 Thank you!!!!!…. Cheers from TX 🙏🏼🤙🏼

[@1StrangeAdventure]

Well I hope it works for you and saves you some $$ 😊 Let us know what you find out

[@patricksteen9256]

Awesome video, great information.

[@1StrangeAdventure]

Thanks! Appreciate that! 😊

[@markmiller2659]

Great info thanks!

[@1StrangeAdventure]

Thanks!

[@rnr4real]

thanks for sharing we are just stepping into the pond and this was good information...

[@1StrangeAdventure]

Glad it was helpful!

[@AdventureRocks]

Any update on overall reliability of the Winegard? As far as the router & interface itself getting sluggish or needing unexplained reboots to recover connection? Thank you.

[@HuseyinDeniz]

Thanks for the video and your time…Best

[@1StrangeAdventure]

Thank you so much for the support 😊

[@raising8]

good stuff... thanks!

[@1StrangeAdventure]

No problem!

[@theresasatterfield2828]

Thanks for the knowledge. That was very helpful.

[@1StrangeAdventure]

Of course! Happy to help!!

[@mikegeezy19]

Sounds like someone has an LG Washer or Dryer ;). Thanks for the info!

[@1StrangeAdventure]

Haha- lucky guess! 😉

[@rigweldernomad932]

Well done. Thanks

[@1StrangeAdventure]

Thanks for watching!

[@jodycantwell]

Thank you. Installing my verizon sim card later today

[@1StrangeAdventure]

Awesome! 😁

[@markwhitton1201]

I'm hoping you see this as this video is a year or so old, but how is the signal strength for the modem when attached to camp wifi, how far from the router does it still effectively work? Thank you for the great videos!

[@jms60]

Nice Video great ideal

[@1StrangeAdventure]

Thanks!

[@ZeebNinja]

Cool option.

[@1StrangeAdventure]

Thanks!

[@glassutk1]

Thanks for the video. I just finished completing the exact same install, even with the sim card from a previous iPad data account, as you did. I'm happy to report that our service connected immediately also and appears to be working very well. Time will tell me, but a question for you about the verizon data - has it ended up pulling from your 'hotspot' allowance or from the regular 'unlimited' portion? TIA

[@1StrangeAdventure]

I believe it's pulling from your hotspot allowance if it's a phone sim. Ours is a data only plan.

[@danteveebass]

I have Verizon as well. If you go to the 4G LTE setting, does it allow you to pick up Wi-Fi from most RV parks and then use your Winegard router as your personal Wi-Fi for your rig?

[@DreamingOutloudRVing]

Thanks for putting this video together Harold. Very informative. We will need something in our next rig for sure. Can’t wait to meet up when we actually have time to pick your brain about this stuff. Paul & Magen

[@1StrangeAdventure]

You're welcome! Definitely had some learnings that were not in other videos! Would love to meet up again at some point. Maybe the Tampa RV show? Safe travels!

[@32DRGirl]

Thanks!

[@1StrangeAdventure]

Thank you so much!

[@DavidrKun]

4:38 next time use blue splice wire adapter. All you do is slice with the wire to saparate them. Then clips one with Red, then the other black. Or (positive + and Negative - ) Good luck. I have one and love it. I'm hear to find just an unlimited hotspot for mine.

[@1StrangeAdventure]

Thanks for the tip! It’s hard to find bc some SIM cards work and some do not. My ATT wouldn’t work, but Verizon did. Not sure about TMobile. FMCA offers a T-MOBILE unlimited plan for $45/month. Not sure if you have looked into that or not. Have a great day.

[@robertnasser9937]

I went with the Pepwave because I could use any chip or company.still a good video if that system was already installed.

[@1StrangeAdventure]

We have been looking into the pepwave and have not ruled it out. A little bit pricier than adding the gateway and testing it. We have considered a multi-sim system where the signal is combined. Lots to come for us in the mobile internet department. Thanks!

[@JarheadAndGingersJourney]

Great idea! I wonder if it would work as well off of visible since it is on the Verizon network.

[@1StrangeAdventure]

They only list Winegard Freedom Go, AT&T, Verizon and T-Mobile on their website. I would hope that it would let you use the Visible if that is Verizon.

[@smabernethy]

Great video.... was checking out my rig and have the loop like you..... for the black power cord... did you connect color to color and white to white?

[@1StrangeAdventure]

I would test the wire to see which one is the positive and which is the negative.

[@marksmith2055]

Great video and very helpful. I am trying to understand how to use the winegard installed on my Grand Design 22RBE and this video was very helpful. I'm not the most knowledgeable around sim cards, wifi etc. but you have helped a lot. One thing I am somewhat confused on is your use of the Verizon sim card: Is this a sim card out of an iPad that you have connected to your account? If so this renders your iPad now to wifi only, when the card is inserted in the winegard. Right? I hope this makes sense, and I apologize for being so dumb on the subject. But I think if I'm assuming right I just need to add a data plan to my account. (instead of a jetpack). Thanks so much. Hope to see you at next years TN Grand Design rally!

[@1StrangeAdventure]

Hi Mark, You are correct, The SIM came from our iPad. First is was an extra line we had in a phone but put it in the iPad for a better signal. (The iPad seemed to have a better antenna) So we just took it from that and put it in the winegard. It did make the iPad a Wi-Fi only device but it’s ok since we have a good signal from the winegard 😊 I hope this helps but please let us know if we can help answer anything else.

[@ericjohnson6437]

Wondering how your results have been since the install? We have a directional Cellular Antenna and WeBoost setup now with varying results depending on our location. Looking to jump onto the Starlink band wagon.

[@1StrangeAdventure]

We will make the jump to starling once it's available. I can say we have better speeds through the Winegard with a Verizon SIM than we do on our Verizon phones.

[@dv6425]

Good evening. This video is money! Truly appreciate your content. I had a question. I think I heard you say you had Verizon on your iPad, does that mean you used the SIM card that was in your iPad? If so, did you have to change your plan? Thanks

[@1StrangeAdventure]

Glad you enjoyed it. I was able to take my SIM out of my iPad (it's still in there) and use it. I only had to log into the router setup on my computer and tell the Winegard to search for LTE. It found it! The ATT card did not work.

[@MichaelWilliams-ku2cp]

Great video. Have the router on order now. 2 questions. Did you not see a need for the on/off switch? And did you find a work-around to connect and operate the LCI control through the router remotely?

[@1StrangeAdventure]

Great questions! We did not use an on/off switch so it just stays on. It’s a very minimal draw. We didn’t even consider using the LCI control bc the wires you need for the install are already up there. We leave it on bc we are even able to use the Wi-Fi in the truck on travel day. Great range and easily covers the RV.

[@MichaelWilliams-ku2cp]

Makes sense. I'm going to try and link the systems with an extender. The winegard site says AT&T compatible. Did you check into why it was rejected? Appreciate the info and VERY helpful vid. I have a much better understanding of what I'm digging into now.

[@heretodaygone2morrowrving231]

Very interesting I recently bought a momentum with the air 360+. I'm only interested in using this as a booster. So do I have to place the sim card in the unit?

[@1StrangeAdventure]

Great question. I don’t believe so. You can go into settings on your computer once connected and select an existing Wi-Fi network. It will repeat that signal.

[@ariverstonesthrowaway]

We have a pepwave router which we absolutely love - not an inexpensive solution for sure. The trick with any solution is getting a good data plan that won't cause money to fly out of your wallet!

[@1StrangeAdventure]

We have looked at the pepwave and can probably say we will own one at some point. We are doing ok on our hot spots for the time being.

[@rodneysessions7463]

@@1StrangeAdventure How do you connect the pepwave router to this solution? I have one I kept from the trailer I just sold.

[@michaelj5325]

My new RV just came with a Winegard 5G hookup, can I use this 4G gateway router with it? (difference between $300 and $1,000...)

[@ry8484]

Great video. Curious though, what’s the benefit of this vs the hotspot option on a phone?

[@1StrangeAdventure]

Great question! Both have pros and cons. I would say that the range on this is much better. We can use it while traveling in the truck and still have full signal. I would also say that the antennas are a bit bigger are able to draw a stronger signal on its own. That has been our experience.

[@AZsDustyRose]

Thanks for the great instructions! I'm using the micro sim from Verizon MiFi but need a good adapter. Where did you get your adapter? The Verizon store doesn't carry adapters and the one I ordered from Amazon doesn't work well. The card got stuck in the router but luckily I managed to remove it. Hope you can help 😊

[@1StrangeAdventure]

Thanks for watching. We walked in to an ATT store and asked for a micro to sim adapter and they handed us one. If Verizon doesn’t carry one, try ATT or T-Mobile. Hopefully you have better luck with them.

[@AZsDustyRose]

OK, I’ll give that a try. Thanks for your speedy reply!

[@Regorybles]

Is there a 5G version of this for the 360 antenna?

[@brianbelliveau5551]

I have a keystone passport and we have the same thing on the roof so did you look into a ATT router or it was just better to keep the wineguard with wineguard we also have ATT with phone and internet at the house, we aren’t full time RVers but we put a fire stick from Amazon so we can get other stuff but it looks that router does the job

[@1StrangeAdventure]

Our AT&T plan would not work in the winegard due to it being a company plan. We were able to use our Verizon cell sim and our T-Mobile sim in it though

[@brianbelliveau5551]

Ok cool thanks I’ll get it soon thanks

[@patricep1987]

Ok, we are brand new to RV life and going FULL TIME! We have 4 children and 3 will be doing homeschool and need internet access and I’ll need to run zoom meetings 2-3 times per week from our RV. We have the Winegard 360 already installed in our brand new 2022 Dutchmen Atlas. Please help me understand what we need to be able to do all these things in our RV! Will this router and a plan be enough? Or like y’all, will I need multiple plans? This is so overwhelming lol

[@1StrangeAdventure]

Hi there and welcome to RV life! It can seem overwhelming at first for sure, but take it a little at a time and you can work through it. Internet really depends on your travel lifestyle. Are you going to be mostly stationary? Are you going to be near cities most of the time or are you exploring the unknown? Each have very different needs. We prefer to explore as much as we can and sometimes that is in remote areas. We have a plan for Verizon, ATT, TMobile and Starling. We both work full-time with lots of zoom calls and our kids go to a virtual high school. We have high internet demand. If you want to email us with specific questions, we are happy to help how ever we can. [e-mail]

[@timothyberlinski2299]

I am having issues with my verizon sim, even the ome i bought from winegard says no sim found. There isnt an option to switch to 4G lte. I dont think i am goimg to be able to use verizon. I spent 3 hrs on phone with verizon and they said it needs to be a bussiness plan so idk

[@texasproud3332]

Good video did y’all check to see when the fan is on if yo got any interference when running

[@1StrangeAdventure]

No interference so far. I’ll keep an eye on it. Thanks!

[@kevanray]

We did, on our Solitude. We stopped using it and installed a Pepwave setup which offers far more reliable internet and much higher speeds for both cellular and Wi-Fi.

[@1StrangeAdventure]

Thanks for the tip. If we end up needing something more, we will look into the pepwave. Thanks again 🤗

[@woodstocksnoopy5786]

Does it also act as a wifi booster? We have wifi in our RV park but we are a little far from the source so the signal is low. Would this boost that signal signal since its an antenna on the roof of the RV?

[@1StrangeAdventure]

Great question. It does have a strong signal that we can access from anywhere in the rig. Even in the truck on travel days! What the antenna on the top is doing is allowing you to connect to wifi signals that are much further way. Signals that you will not see with your phone. In theory, you could connect the Winegard to the wifi signal you have already and that would give you more range on your signal. It will not increase speeds but you may be able to be further away from the source. Hope this helps.

[@christinarevels8643]

Just wanted to check in since it has been a bit since your install. We are deciding what to use in our rig. Are you all still using this system? Are you satisfied with the performance? Also, are you still able to use the iPad sim and plan or has Verizon made you move over to a hotspot plan? Thanks!

[@1StrangeAdventure]

Hello! Great questions! Our Verizon card is still in there and working. 🤞 it continues to work! It has been a great addition. It typically has better speeds than our Verizon phones unless we are in a 5G area, since it doesn’t support 5G. It really shines where Verizon signal is on the weaker side. It’s still dependent on some sort of signal which is why we have 3 carriers for redundancy. I think it has been a great addition. I will warn you though. With a Wi-Fi signal that reaches end to end, you can eat up some data very quickly. Just keep an eye on it unless you have the unicorn, unlimited with no throttling plan. 😊

[@christinarevels8643]

@@1StrangeAdventure Thanks! That is very helpful. You mentioned having 3 carriers - does this router let you use multiple sims or do you just swap them out as needed?

[@1StrangeAdventure]

@@christinarevels8643 Different router/hotspots. we have our ATT plan on a NightHawk 5G. TM came with its own hotspot. It would be nice if it had multiple sim slots. We leave Verizon in that and just use the others when Verizon isn’t an option.

[@gunnyhadden996]

How did you "connect" the gateway to a computer to set up the new sim card? Could you do it thru with a mobile device and the Wine guard app?

[@1StrangeAdventure]

You have to connect to the wifi that it's producing to start, even though it's not connected to the internet yet. It should give you instructions on how to access it. I believe it was a certain IP address to start.

[@daniellittau1217]

Great information. I found when I installed mine (same year/same floor plan) that there was a terminated power wire with those quick release clips you find throughout the 12 volt system. Did you have to notify Verizon and add the IMEI of the router to your account?

[@1StrangeAdventure]

We had no other wires in the ceiling and the orange looped wire was the one connected to the cap as well. We did not have to notify Verizon. Our ATT plan said access denied, but Verizon connected on the first attempt.

[@marcthetreefrog]

I'm interested in doing this. I already have a Wineguard 360+ and an AT&T phone. Is it possible to take the SIM out of my current phone and put it in the gateway to have it work with my existing account without having to get a second SIM and second data plan?

[@1StrangeAdventure]

Typically the Winegard requires a data only plan; however, I had success with my Verizon SIM card. Sadly, AT&T (the carrier) would not let it connect when I tried. Hoping you have more success!

[@marcthetreefrog]

@@1StrangeAdventure thank you. I just upgraded my iPhone so I will try that first.

[@tinabillingsley7820]

Thanks for the great video. Our new 5th wheel came with one installed, but I had no clue how to use it. Going to take the SIM card from an iPad we pay for but don't really use...great idea!

[@1StrangeAdventure]

Thanks! You may have to login to the router for it to find service after installing the card. Some will work, some will not. You will need the SIM card adapter bc it takes the larger card. Also, just be aware that if you have a data limit, it’s easy to use up data with it up there. We found that out very quickly.

[@draztik78]

So i just bought a used rv with the winegard 360 system and router, i called to get it activated and i added it to my tmobile account, its showing a strong signal, and im able to connect to it, but says its not connected to the internet, so im wondering if this has to do with your explanation of switching it to 4g lte....

[@MrSummitville]

Do you have a T-Mobile SIM card installed? Did you set your modem to "4G" ?

[@CanicheLyne]

nice love this how too, I just need to find a USA pay as you go unlimited 4g sim card provider Thanks Lyne and sean from Montreal Canada

[@1StrangeAdventure]

Yes! We have since purchased the TMobile 5G home internet and love it.

[@JimChewens]

Can I take my existing Verizon MiFi sim card and put it into a Wingard gateway and get Wi-Fi signal the same way I would using the Verizon MiFi router?

[@1StrangeAdventure]

We don’t have a MiFi so I’m not sure about the SIM card in those. We were able to take a cell phone SIM card and use it. I would imagine they are the same but I’m not sure.

[@jamesbellon3145]

Does the gateway have a better receiving signal for 4G LTE than you cell phone in remote locations? I have my camper on a remote piece of property in rural Florida and only get 1 bar of signal if I'm lucky. I'm looking for a solution that will enable WiFi and improve my cell reception. If this unit can receive a stronger signal then my phone, I can use WiFi for calls and texting so it would solve my issue. Let me know if you know. Thanks!

[@1StrangeAdventure]

Generally, yes. I have Verizon in the gateway and Verizon phones. It typically has a stronger signal. I’m assuming it’s bc it’s outside and a bigger antenna than what the phone has.

[@LumberHoward]

I was holding off becuse of the power switch being wired in. Is the power switch needed or required.

[@1StrangeAdventure]

Ours doesn’t have a power switch, it’s just always on for us. You can add a power switch if you want but it’s not required

[@Podcastforthewin]

Ive run into a bit of problem. We just bought a new RV* with the same winegard antenna built in. We need to buy the gateway, but amazon seems to only sell it with both the gateway and the antenna that we already have on our roof. Is there a better place to buy just the winegard gateway?

[@1StrangeAdventure]

This is the one we bought from Amazon. Not sure if it’s the one you need but hopefully it is. ☺️ amzn.to/3HzH7yi

[@Podcastforthewin]

@@1StrangeAdventure thank you. I meant RV, not tv. Stupid iPhone. I think that’s the same one that comes up for me. That black thing, do I need that? I think my RV already has that on top

[@1StrangeAdventure]

@@Podcastforthewin ours didn’t come with it. I think it is just showing you the one it’s compatible with. Scroll down where it shows the dome and it says sold separately under it. It is a bit misleading though.

[@Podcastforthewin]

@@1StrangeAdventure thank you!

[@danaoverfield7322]

It seems that you have had this system installed for about 5 months. How do you like it? Any drawbacks to it?

[@1StrangeAdventure]

We like it. I (Cindy) use it more for work. I think the biggest drawback is you can't insert just any card. It depends on the carrier and if they will allow it. Our AT&T card wouldn't work because AT&T wouldn't allow it.

[@caliautotech21]

Hey I’m in need of some help. My friends are trying to get me a data plan on their Verizon account and I had them call and ask for a SIM card activated for a data plan but Verizon acted like they had no idea what they meant. Am I wording it wrong?

[@1StrangeAdventure]

We are using the data plan from our iPad. I'm not sure what the exact wording would be but maybe it would help to mention it was for an iPad? Or even a data hotspot? Although, they may ask you to produce the devices. I don't know if they will just give a SIM card. Hoping that helps but can't guarantee it.

[@garytrippel7104]

So how and we’re did you get the Verizon sims chip? I have called several Verizon stores a d also called the on line number and nobody seems to know what I want. We even had a three way call with wineguard who said the gateway is compatible with Verizon.

[@1StrangeAdventure]

Hey there Gary! Our Verizon SIM is just a SIM from our iPhone. I know they used to sale a data only SIM for it a while back but they did away with it. This one is just a normal cell one that we took from a phone and put in the gateway. Hope that helps

[@tssheldrick]

Howard, would we just put the SIM card in and do nothing else with it?

[@TheTandrus]

Hi, I have the 360 installed as well as the gateway. The rv In Command system picks up the router as connected but I have no ability to connect any devices. I have an ATT plan in place with a SIM card installed. I then got a version card with a pre paid and same thing…. My phone picks up the winegard but says no connection.

[@1StrangeAdventure]

Have you connected to the Winegard with your computer and accessed the settings? It’s an IP address. I believe if you type 10.11.12.1 in your browser while connected you will be able to login. There are several settings you can look at from there, including the connections.

[@TheTandrus]

Thank you. I will try that.

[@Patty479]

Great video. I am confused about something...am I still connecting my phone to the winegard wifi signal to use 4G?

[@1StrangeAdventure]

Thanks! The winegard actually has a slot for its own SIM card.

[@Patty479]

@@1StrangeAdventure I figured it out. Thanks!!

[@rojamon2490]

I got a little confused with your sims card explanation? Are you saying that you actually have to take your existing sims card out of one of your phones in order to use your network? So you basically disable your phone while using wi-fi?

[@1StrangeAdventure]

Hey there. Great question. No, not exactly. You need a data only plan for the Winegard. I happen to have one in my iPad I really wasn’t using anymore. I decided to repurpose that SIM card. I don’t think a phone card would work.

[@rojamon2490]

@@1StrangeAdventure I actually took the sims card out of my verizon tablet that i rarely use and it worked just fine. I have unlimited data with it so I simply selected cellular on the wineguard connect site and all was good. Thanks for the reply!

[@1StrangeAdventure]

@@rojamon2490 awesome. Glad it worked for ya!

[@paramaniac10]

Will AT&T just give me a SIM card if I already have an unlimited data & phone plan with them? Or, will I be adding another device to my plan and therefore increasing my bill? Thanks in advance

[@MrSummitville]

You can *purchase* another SIM card. No, they are not free...

[@1StrangeAdventure]

I’m not sure what their policy is. I would give them a call and see. If your not using your phone, you may be able to use the SIM out of it but if you are, then I would think you have to get another line to make the Winegard work with it.

[@jeremye3436]

Does the gateway work while your are driving down the road?

[@1StrangeAdventure]

Yes. In fact, it’s a strong enough signal for us to use it while in the truck.

[@jeremye3436]

@@1StrangeAdventure Thank you for replying with great news.

[@jrs80920]

How many campgrounds in the mountains have a 4g signal? Or, you have nothing if there is no 4g signal?

[@MrSummitville]

Verizon has this thing called ... a Cell Coverage Map. It tells you, all that you need to know.

[@jrs80920]

@@MrSummitville, to be a bit more clear. I live in Colorado, there is no 4G coverage in the mountains.

[@BnBVentures]

Hey y'all just curious if you are still using this product for your internet, if so how well is it working for you?

[@1StrangeAdventure]

Hi there! We do still have the Winegard and it does great for our ring cameras. We usually use our T-Mobile and Star link for work though.

[@smabernethy]

Winegard just announced an upgraded router for this setup...... CAT-12 instead of the Cat 4 Gateway.... should be a serious upgrade....

[@1StrangeAdventure]

I'll have to look into that. Thanks for letting us know!

[@ironhrse44]

Yes it is an upgrade but pretty price like $400. Osprey by Ranger

[@joshvonpohle9624]

Why not use starlink?

[@wesharrison6106]

Good video but no use to us, the last thing I want when camping is internet 😊

[@1StrangeAdventure]

That’s fair. A lot of people camp to disconnect. Living on the road, we need constant connection and this definitely helps.

[@AnthW1970]

HI Harold, do you remember if the orange is hot and the white is ground black?

[@1StrangeAdventure]

Whichever wire that was looped to the fan was the “hot” one. I honestly don’t remember what color that was though 🤔

[@MrSummitville]

Use your volt meter!

[@DiscoStickDFW]

We just got this. Why is it so complicated? Why didn't you install the power button?

[@1StrangeAdventure]

Hi there. Not super complicated but making sure you have the right wires is half the battle. We opted to not install a button bc we don’t ever have a need to turn it off. It draws a small amount of power and our ring cameras are connected to it. Allowing us to keep an eye on things.

[@kingair350]

So theoretically, you could use that wire to add a ceiling fan

[@1StrangeAdventure]

Interesting you mention that. We actually have thought about replacing our island lights with a ceiling fan. Just not sure how to convert the 12V yet. Researching… thanks!

[@thomasmanson1119]

YOU SAID THAT THE WIRE LOOP IS ACTUALLY FOR THE MAX AIR FAN (?) WHAT DO YOU MEAN BY THE “MAX AIR FAN”?

[@1StrangeAdventure]

It is supplying the power to the ventilation fan above our kitchen.

[@MrSummitville]

​@@1StrangeAdventureA motor! The *worst* type of device to connect to the same power line, that is shared with your router.

[@steamboatkid]

Can you just use it for it's WiFi connection

[@1StrangeAdventure]

You can use it as an extender for another Wi-Fi source. (Like the campground Wi-Fi)

[@timuelkoonce1]

So good video, but that seems like a lot of work and money for 4 MBps.

[@1StrangeAdventure]

it was a lot of work, but a consistent 4MBPS is better than 10 that constantly cuts out... at least for us when we are working.

[@OngoingFreedom]

Decided not to install the power switch?

[@1StrangeAdventure]

Correct

[@adrianaturner6246]

Will this work for Netflix/Hulu streaming and gaming?

[@1StrangeAdventure]

As long as you have good enough signal from your carrier, it works! We stream all the time. ☺️

[@adrianaturner6246]

@@1StrangeAdventure thank you so much, this can be quite complicated so I appreciate your video! Pretty sure my husband‘s gonna watch this video as he hooks up our gateway tomorrow😁

[@1StrangeAdventure]

@@adrianaturner6246 hope it goes well. Reach out any time!

[@adrianaturner6246]

@@1StrangeAdventure OK so he has it hooked up but when he’s trying to hook up the lte or wifi connection it keeps kicking him out. . It blinks from green to red also so not sure what’s going on there.

[@adrianaturner6246]

He found the code that you have to put in so now it’s working fine connected to our Wi-Fi, hopefully the signal is strong enough where we’re going , we’re going to get the Verizon Sim card for a back up also!

[@richardmcdougall5175]

So you didn’t address the switch that comes with it plus the “need” to fish the wires through the wall etc.

[@1StrangeAdventure]

We didn't have a switch or have to fish wires out of the wall. There was a wire in the hole under the cover. It was the 12v power line to the maxx air fan. We simply tapped into that for the Winegard.

[@karlney8769]

Didn’t say how you spliced the cable in.

[@carloinglese2542]

Thanks for the video ,the only thing that I had problem understanding was with my Verizon simcard it wouldn't show 4glte ,it just showed cellular and wifi for choices, but when I went to another section it showed my simcard through Verizon, that was puzzling

[@1StrangeAdventure]

Did you get it figured out? We can try to help if not, feel free to email us 😊

[@anthony2999]

Your didn't install the on/off switch...so it will stay on and possibly drain the battery

[@1StrangeAdventure]

It draws a very small amount of power. Our kids use it going down the road so we don’t really ever have a need to turn it off.

[@katiereed6537]

None of my sim cards will work in it:(

[@pattylegarreta8694]

Do you travel to install lol

[@1StrangeAdventure]

Lol I wish 😂

[@jordansayers486]

How about explaining which wires your connecting? Kind of essential.

[@1StrangeAdventure]

Thanks for the feedback. Have a great day!