RV Antennas

How do I choose the right RV TV antenna replacement?

Start with the label or model number on your existing antenna head and base. Most RV antennas mount over an existing roof opening and connect to a coax line and a 12V wall-plate power supply. Matching the mounting footprint lets you reuse the same hole and avoid new roof penetrations. If your Coachmen or other RV has a factory crank-up antenna, confirm whether you are replacing only the head or the full assembly with the base and crank. When you run new coax through the roof or sidewall, a RV cable hatch gives you a sealed entry point. For fitment help, text or call 817-984-1852 with your existing antenna's model number.

What is the difference between an omnidirectional and a directional RV TV antenna?

An omnidirectional RV TV antenna picks up broadcast signals from all directions at once. You do not need to crank it up or aim it, which makes it the simpler choice when you move campsites often. A directional antenna, such as a traditional crank-up batwing, has to be raised and rotated toward the broadcast towers. In return, it usually pulls in weaker signals from farther away. Choose an omnidirectional model if you mostly camp near towns. Choose a directional model if you regularly stay in rural areas.

Which RV antennas work best for my setup?

The right RV antenna depends on where you camp and how much roof clearance you have. Low-profile omnidirectional antennas are fixed in place, so you do not have to raise them before you watch TV or lower them before you drive. Directional antennas reach towers farther away, but you have to aim them every time you set up. Before you order, check the height of the antenna against your roof clearance and confirm it fits your existing mounting location.

Does an RV antenna need power to work?

Yes, in most cases. Most RV antennas use a signal amplifier powered by 12V DC through the wall-plate power supply inside the coach. If you lose all channels at once, check whether the power supply light is on before you replace the antenna head. A failed amplifier or a blown fuse is a common cause of a dead RV antenna. Voltage spikes at the pedestal can also damage onboard electronics, and a Southwire Surge Guard RV surge protector protects your coach wiring from them.