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Andrew's tip <I just want to add... have you tried TV Nova's diversity mode? This is a feature where it uses both tuners on one channel to improve reception. It certainly does make a difference.>

Thanks for that. I hadn't but will. I was comparing laptops with my Pal this am and managed perfect reception - which impressed him as he can't get Ch 5. So I think the best solution might be to camp in his garden. Can't believe I'm getting interested in being able to watch TV while camping. We used to go just to get away from all those things.

Thanks again.

Tony. 

Hi Billys Mum, We came back from the show at Malvern after having bought an Avtec tv for our van complete with arial from one of the exhibitors. We couldn't pick up a signal from the CL site we were on using the arial supplied although it worked ok at the show. l wish you had asked about the lap top deal before we went!! I may have gone that route, rather than the £300 plus we paid!

I thought you were going to the show looking for a tent, and looked for a lady in a pink stetson amongst all the tents and awnings, but no luck!  Were you there, or did you buy Pepes Movelite instead? We were very happy with ours, it fitted our Duetto ok.  Hope you have luck with the knowlegeable guys on here.

Ernie

Hi EJCFORD,

I've been busy! Must remember to report back on threads.

Was defo at the Malvern Show and had the Pink Stetson to match, there were quite a few about but I think mine was the best, Asda special complete with fluffy pink bits around the edge. I was all geared up for Dolly Parton, but oh dear, what a shame, we were not impressed.

In the end we have bought a tv! and in the new CCC magazine its one of the recommended ones.  We did the laptop option but couldn't get the battery thing sorted. Am not that bothered about the tv (except to watch Strictly) but got so fed up with my other half stressing about it I got him the tv from RoadPro at Pickering (northern show) We have also installed an extra battery as the nice man with solar panels said we weren't away long enough to warrant that kind of money!

So there we have it, my little update, so to speak..........

I bought a Dazzle Stick from  PC World. It cost around £15. I use it with my Acer laptop in a folding camper. I also have a dongle. OK so I can't always get all the channels but for £15- money well spent and picture quality is very good.

Laptop is way forward now.. you can load it up with stuff from 4OD, bbc iplayer and evan ITV.. before you go. plus so many sites now have wifi so you can just stream/download more. plus you get to use your email and send photos of your trip along the way to friends..

oh and dont forget if site has no wifi, lunch in mcdonalds! one day.. they have free wifi should you need to download more content