Mini Router Data Package

[2cv]

Does 3 connect through a uk ip address like Vodaphone so you can still use iPlayer and suchlike with need for a VPN?

Using 3 in the USA it has a UK ip address so no need for a VPN, roaming data limits apply of course.

 

[TJBi]

Thanks

Is the antenna on your roof? How did/do you pass the cables through to the MH insides? Did you drill holes to run them?

Yes, the antenna provides a number of options, but drilling a hole in the roof to both pass the cables and secure the antenna was the obvious option. I didn't drill the hole myself as it would have meant purchasing a suitable drill/holecutter for one-off use and drilling in a moderately congested area in order for cables to arrive inside locker. I was having other work done anyway, so just added that to the list. May have cost a little more than buying the kit to do it myself, but I also purchased peace of mind!

 

[GMJ]

Yes, the antenna provides a number of options, but drilling a hole in the roof to both pass the cables and secure the antenna was the obvious option. I didn't drill the hole myself as it would have meant purchasing a suitable drill/holecutter for one-off use and drilling in a moderately congested area in order for cables to arrive inside locker. I was having other work done anyway, so just added that to the list. May have cost a little more than buying the kit to do it myself, but I also purchased peace of mind!

Thanks. I would do exactly the same. I'm not brave enough to go drilling holes in my MH

 

[Barge1914]

Using 3 in the USA it has a UK ip address so no need for a VPN, roaming data limits apply of course.

Thanks. Is that the same in Europe?

 

[Kontikiman]

Kontikiman.

Hi everybody after asking the question Which Wi-Fi Data Package and which
Wi-Fi aerial would you recommend. I have purchased a Muama Ryoko which I seen advertised on YouTube also I have purchased a Data Sim from BT 30 Gig at £15 a Month I have tried it in the Motorhome with my Amazon Fire Stick and all seems Fine, can’t wait to get away and try it further afield will keep you Informed.

 

[PatJ]

Hi can any of my fellow Motorhomers advise me what is the best Data Package available for a Mini Router. And what is the Best Wi-fi Aerial to put on the roof. Thanks in Advance.
Kontikiman.

Hi, I just use my phone as a hotspot O2 , unlimited calls and texts, 150gb data £20pcm, 18 month contract. Run everything off it, Satnav, firestick, tablets and laptop, never been anywhere near to using it up. Cheers

 

[vintageb3]

I believe that EE and 3 (Smarty's parent company) share some transmitter infrastructure, so you might find that you have options regarding provider.

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I'm not sure if this is the case in the North of Scotland. I did hope this was the case. My Dad is on Plusnet with his mobile as was I a couple of years ago when we made a trip up North. Plusnet piggybacks onto EE. I was blown away with where we were getting a great signal. I jumped to 3 to get unlimited everything and Binge Netflix and for use when abroad when working/holiday and made the same trip. I couldn't get a signal many places up North when my Dad was getting a good signal on Plusnet/EE. I bought a Poynting antenna, and a router and it become so much of a Pfaff to deal with and no really if any benefit. To be honest, if you get a signal utilise it. If not, read a book or watch a movie off of a hard drive and check email/browse when you get a decent signal.

Don't think buying an antenna and a router/mifi is going to get you a signal where there isn't one. Its like a TV booster....if the signal is poor quality...the booster can only amplify a poor quality signal.

 

[Deleted member 759]

Hi can any of my fellow Motorhomers advise me what is the best Data Package available for a Mini Router. And what is the Best Wi-fi Aerial to put on the roof. Thanks in Advance.
Kontikiman.

I had an O2 data only SIM for my MiFi router only to find that they didn’t allow roaming on this type of contract; this was about 5 years ago so I don’t know if they still have this restriction so check the small print of any provider before signing a contract. Interestingly their contracts with voice & data didn’t have this restriction & I was advised to get one of these SIMs instead. Obviously this is only relevant if traveling in the EU.