Thanks to advances in RV features along with modern technology, camping no longer means having to be disconnected from the rest of the world. The days of not being able to get in contact with people when camping or on the road are long gone. But that doesn’t necessarily mean that it’s always easy to get signal to stay connected unless you have the right tools in place.
Many RV resorts and campgrounds provide Wi-Fi, but that doesn’t mean it’s automatically going to be the connection that you need or that you’ll be able to get signal at your site at all.
While the ability to access the internet used to be a nice luxury, it’s become a necessity for many people. You may be full-time RVing while working remotely. Your kids might need access for schoolwork. Or, it might just be that you want to be able to continue streaming your favorite shows from wherever you are.
Whatever the reasons are that you want to stay connected, there are a few options that can help make it easier than ever for you.
Winegard ConnecT 2.0 4G2
The Winegard ConnecT 2.0 4G2 is a mobile hotspot that connects with Winegard FreedomGO, Verizon, or AT&T plans. With this device, you’ll no longer have to worry about finding a place with Wi-Fi because you’ll take internet acccess with you wherever you go. The ConnecT 2.0 4G2 provides reliable coverage that you can use while stationary or in-motion which makes it the perfect solution for your RV.
Here are some of the features and benefits that you’ll get to take advantage of:
High-Powered Hotspot
One option that RVers have used for years is to try smartphone tethering. With so many phone plans offering unlimited Wi-Fi, that seems like a good option, but there are a few challenges that come along with it. For starters, when trying to connect multiple devices to your smartphone hotspot you may quickly notice that none of them are working well. The ConnecT 2.0 4G2 is powerful enough to provide a strong and fast 4G LTE internet connection.
Increased Range for WiFi
The smart antenna technology from Winegard provides better performance and range. Thanks to the roof-mounted WiFi booster and mobile hotspot, you’ll be able to access Wi-Fi from farther away. This means while you’ll be taking access to your own plan with you, you’ll also have an easier time connecting to WiFi.
Ready to use
The ConnecT 2.0 4G2 comes with a Winegard SIM card which makes it ready to go as soon as you open it. But it’s not a problem if you want to switch to your own plan. You can simply switch an approved SIM card from your own cellular provider for the existing one.
Option to use a Winegard FreedomGo Data Plan
It’s not a problem if you don’t want to use your own cellular plan for the internet in your RV. Winegard offers data plans starting at 1GB and going all the way up to 20GB. With the plan, you prepay for 30-days and you’re ready to go. There is no contract to sign so you’re not locked into a contract commitment. And, there are no activation fees!
Secure RV Internet
You won’t have to worry about security because the ConnectT 2.0 4G2 provides advanced WiFi protected access, double firewall protection, guest network access, and Denial of Service attack prevention. This will help you have peace of mind when you have other campers nearby and want to make sure they aren’t using your WiFi.
Winegard RangePro Cell Booster
When traveling it can be hard to find good cell service. When you count on the strength of your signal for things like phone calls, streaming, remote work or NTI school, you don’t want to worry about whether you’re going to have the signal you need or not. That’s where the RangePro Cell Booster takes over.
The exterior antenna works to capture tower signals from every direction. The signal is then transmitted inside the RV where it is boosted throughout. RVers using the RangePro find that they hold a steadier connection while traveling, even when they are in areas where they would typically have had weaker cell service.
Not only does this help you not drop your call or signal while it’s in use, but it can help provide better data speeds and improve battery life for your devices. It also makes it easier for multiple devices to connect with a strong signal as well. This is great because there aren’t many families traveling with only one device these days!
How to know if you need these products
You can absolutely enjoy RVing without these products. If you’re someone that loves to go off-grid and you aren’t interested in staying connected, then these might not be things you’re interested in. However, if you want to have the ability to make and receive calls or text messages, work remotely or stream your favorite shows while you’re on the road then these are great products to consider installing for your RVing experience.
These are also helpful if you rely on your GPS to tell you where you need to go as you travel. The last thing you want is to be off the beaten path, relying on your GPS and lose your signal leaving you not knowing which way to go.
Make the process even easier
One of the features that Winegard shares about both of these products is that they are easy to install and use. If you’re a DIY kind of person, feel free to install the products and hit the road.
But if you’re not much of a DIYer or just don’t gave the time to spend figuring out how to install them or worrying about if something doesn’t go as planned, the Sky River RV Service Department is ready to help you out. You can get both installed for only $1,650. Contact the Service Department today.
