Getting Online in the Caravan with the Netgear Nighthawk M1 + External Antenna's
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- Опубліковано 22 лют 2021
- This is how we get online when we are away in the Caravan using the Netgear Nighthawk M1 mobile router , & external Antenna's. I know it might not be a priority for everyone having internet access when away & I totally understand that. We use it for work (Have to do a bit while away) as well as streaming on the tv and Internet Radio.
Links Below.
Netgear Nighthawk M1.
store.netgear.co.uk/product/m...
Poynting 4G Antenna. www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B...
SMA to TS9 Adaptor
www.amazon.co.uk/Antenna-Stra...
Bingfu 4G Antenna's
www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B...
I found this really helpful, thank you (I know you posted a long time ago but I just bought one)
Glad I could help!
Hi James, Nice vlog. We have a similar setup with Nighthawk 2 & Poynting Puck 2 antenna. Much better wifi when you have a decent SIM and coverage. cheers Martin
Thanks Martin, Yes Really pleased with the way it works, had it early last year and only had to use the Poynting Antenna once at Hillhead in Devon. Giving the Nighthawk a home in the top cupboard, it seems to work well most of the time. I use a 3 Unlimited Data Sim that has been ok so far.
Smart shirt! - nice video - we've booked Pinecones nr Sandringham Norfolk in May.
Thanks Guys, I do like my colourful shirts. I guess it's my USP. Lol. Normaly we are away every month with 2 to 3 weeks in France but only have a couple of bookings at the moment for the UK. Waiting for the madness to settle down then will probably look at some CL's. Thanks for your subscription and comments. Stay Safe
Great video, subscribed 👍🏻
Thank You
Hi James, did the Night Hawk auto detect the connection of the external antenna, or is there a “hidden” setting within a menu? When I attach my Poynting antenna I loose connection to the mobile network.
Many Thanks
No I haven't had that issue the M1 kind of Auto Connects, I have actually just this week upgraded to the M2, & the same thing no problem, I have though also upgraded to a permanent Roof Mounted Antenna. Do you have the SMC to TS9 adaptors, (You must have or you would not be able to connect the Poynting) I wonder if the problem is with the Poynting, How are you mounting it. As I have just upgraded, I have my Poynting Spare and I am happy to send that to you for a loan to try and see if that is the issue. Let me know & I hope you get it sorted.
How do I reload it when it run out of internet from powering my 20 phones
My battery lasts a lot longer than 4hrs , I get at least double that 8hrs plus . Love this Netgear M1
Hi To be fair, I actually just keep it plugged into a USB socket all the time so it is continually powered. I have also invested in an M2 as well for work great bits of kit. Thanks for watching and commenting. James
Hi, great information! Can you tell me what the “days left” on the Netgear Nighthawk m1 display means please ?
Thank you, its if you have a Monthly Data limit. Its how much data you have used and how many days left till it renews. Hope that helped. Thanks for watching. James
Great video I am just about to order the Nighthawk but the Bingfu aerials are not available now is it critical what sort of similar aerial one purchase? Thanks
Hi, thanks for watching. With regards to the Antenna, I have found you don't have to blow the bank and spend a fortune, but on the same token don't get the cheapest. There are quite a few bingfu Antennas available, and which one to choose is dependent on your use and how you will mount it. Hope that helps James
@@CaravanEscapades101 thanks James :)))
Hello, I’m just in the process of getting a setup like this… but before I shell out £300… in an area where your phone is bouncing between 3G/4G have you found this device and the antenna really give you a suitable connection and speed increase over hot-spotting through an iPhone?… thanks 🙏
Hiya Thanks for commenting yes I have and find the Antenna makes a big difference. The Antenna is powered and also on the outside of your caravan so the signal is improved compared to the Antenna within your phone. James
@@CaravanEscapades101 thanks for the reply… looks like it’s a done deal then… got a while before our next trip as van is in for some work… so at least I can try and find a good deal on a M1 or M2 router 👍🏻
Hi we have got are dealer to add caravan home WiFi it’s like a dome thing on the roof
Can you tell me what you think if these as I didn’t even know about them to be honest
Hi Christine, yes I am aware of the Dome Antenna and would even consider having one fitted as well. The Netgear Nighthawk router works really well if you can get a 4g signal. In a lot of cases I see no difference to the Internet at home. Stay Safe.
Thanks for the Video! a question: can be used (in need) as portable wifi repeater? thanks :)
Thanks for watching. I don't know is the honest answer. If you are looking to repeat and boost another WiFi signal I am not sure. I have only used it with a Data Sim
@@CaravanEscapades101 thanks for the answer . Can u please chec in the settings ?
@@Mangold108 hi this link should give you the information on how to do it.
kb.netgear.com/24108/How-do-I-enable-the-extender-mode-feature-on-my-Nighthawk-router
@@CaravanEscapades101 it looks like this article doesn't apply for the M1
Many thanks, but I'm sill confused can I connect the negear to the campsite's
provided wifi
Hi No. you will need a Sim Card in the Netgear and then that will connect you to the mobile Network and then Netgear will give you your own Wifi. Hope that helps. James
Should have shown a speedtest before and after having the poynting attached
Thank you, Good point, I have now moved ion from the Poyntang and now have a fixed Antenna on the roof. Thanks for watching,. James
@@CaravanEscapades101 hi, may i ask why you switched and was the roof mount much better performance please?
Hello Tony, I actually still have the M1 and use the M1 & M2, I needed one for work and took the opportunity to buy the M2, They both work really well. When connecting the external Antenna I do find it improves things even when the signal is already good. So I would recommend the use of one. Thanks for watching and commenting. James
How doi reload it when it run out of internet from powering my 20 phones
Hi James, if I every get to having 20 phones connected to it at the same time, I will let you know. ;-) James
My god you could put a glass eye to sleep
@@pauharpe8464 Thank you for the compliment it's very much appreciated 😁
We are going on a 35-day cruise in December, We are only permitted 1 device connected to WiFi in our cabin at a time. Would the Netgear Nighthawk M1 router allow us to connect further devices? We have no IT skills whatsoever, may you explain how it is done?
Yes you can connect up to 20 Devices. however it will depend on if you have a Mobile Network signal while at sea.
@@CaravanEscapades101 There’s completely no mobile signal at sea, only the ships WiFi unfortunately. Thank you for your reply anyway.
@@luki7093 I guess the only time you would be able to use it then is whilst in port.
Hi James . I usually use my mobile when away as a hotspot with unlimited data. I also use the same mobile for my work. I have no problem with anyone accessing my wok files. If I use the 4G poynting Antenna. Does it have the facility to connect a C type or Micro connector to facilitate mobile connection. As you come across as a bit of a Techno buff please advise.
Cheers Chris
Hi Guys, Yes I used to use the Mobile as the Mobile Hotspot as I found that site WIFI was only good for very basic internet usage. I didn't have any real problem with Data as I had an unlimited plan on my phone. It just meant that the phone was the prime source of the Internet. Using the Nighthawk, just meant that I can stick it away in the cupboard and forget about it, Almost like the router at home. The Pointing has SMA Connectors on it which do connect to some routers, The Nighthawk has TS9 so I have used a couple of little SMA to TS9 converters. Most Routers have 2 Connections for the External Antenna and the Poynting Antenna has 2 leads and the Smaller Antenna's I showed in the Vlog also came in a Pair, When you Say C Type or Micro Connector, I assume you are talking about the USB C & Micro USB connectors at the bottom of the phone. I have done a Quick Google Search and it seems that USB C or Micro to SMA does not exist. I don't believe that the USB connector on your phone is connected to the Internal Antenna on your phone so don't think this will work. Thanks for watching and commenting. Stay Safe.
Hi James here's another technical question . My son was a Rigger, but is now also a Sooty. Were you a Lecky or a Fairy. ????? I joined in 1980 left in 1997. My Son joined in 2002 and is still in today. 🤔🧐 Cheers Chris.
@@karenandchris1709 Hi Chris. I was a Lecky Joined in 86 and left in 96 as part of options for change when they where reducing numbers was given the very slim option of waiting to see if I would be signed on which the Chief Clark told me was unlikely or start my resettlement process. I do miss it and it was one of the best times of my life. I have done OK in my Civi life though. I started on Puma's and then spent the rest of my time on Harriers bouncing back and forwards between Wittering and Germany. What about you.
As I go on in the Vlogs will probably be able to work out I was a lecky, as I will show some electrical mods and upgrades I have done on the Caravan. There is one out Thursday night on fitting a USB socket in the overhead locker.
@@CaravanEscapades101 Hi James. The last 5 years of my career was at wittering ' The home of the Harrier ' Karen was in 1 sqn aircrew feeder when, a Harrier tried to replicate the Volvo car drop advert. Another one ended up in Wakerley Woods !!!! Can't put too much on here. Will have to pull up a sandbag in a Zoom meeting when's convenient. I took the redundancy package in 1997, as I was due for promotion and posting. Which meant I would of ended up in the mess during the week and travelling back to Leicester at weekends. Cheers Chris
Hi. If I use my M1 to stream to my tv when abroad is there any way to use my expressvpn to give a UK ip so that I can watch BBC iPlayer Netflix etc.? I have a firestick on my tv with the vpn on it but it doesn't have apps for all the streaming services.
Hi I use my fire stick with Express VPN on the fire stick and all devices. I set the VPN to UK and all works fine. Hope that helps Happy Camping. 😊
According to Netgear compatibility chart, Vodafone is the only UK provider with a SIM compatible with the M1100. I bought an unlocked version and it will not recognise my EE SIM. Does anyone else have experience of what SIMs work in the M1100?
Hi, I didn't know that, However I have been using a 3 and BT sim in there and it has worked.