Go See Australia Campersat Review - Part 4

The Campersat equipment uses about 30 watts at 240V AC. On a 12volt system a small inverter is needed and the system uses only 3amps. Inverters are recommended to avoid running fuel powered generators. This provides many hours, or days of viewing on a single battery charge.

We enjoyed ABC and SBS Free to Air TV Channels in all states and the NT plus Channel 7 (Central) and Channel 9 (TV IMP). Channel 10 is not available due to satellite broadcasting agreements. ICTV Imparja is interesting and its music compelling.

An unexpected benefit for this Dr Who fan was being able to tune in ABC WA when I missed the ABC SE program. It just shows the advantages of Time Lag travel. The Satellite radio is brilliant. The list is ABC FM and Regionals, including the specialist youth and news at a click of the T/R (TV/Radio)button on the remote. SBS is available in all states and the NT, plus BBC Radio and a raft of interesting Regionals. Add some more speakers and surround sound for the RV, caravan, camper trailer, motor home and tent can happen anywhere in Australia.

Campersat Portable system (all models):

• Dish assembly: 6kg.
• Compact tripod: (as tested) 2kg.
• Dish size: 75 cm.
• Dish elevation range: Satellite location 30 deg to 70 deg.
• Digital satellite receiver: Optus approved KOSCom 1660A 2kg.
• Smart Card: Optus Aurora.
• LNBF: Videosat model C871 duel polarity.
• Test Meter: Videosat model T280.
• Cable supplied: 25m RG6.
• Power requirement - receiver + LNB + Test Meter: 30 watts at 240VOr 3 amps at 12 volts.

Editor’s note: Campersat always ask customers if they have satellite Foxtel or Austar to make sure they understand that they can take their box with them and also enjoy programs they have paid for.