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KING VQ4550 Tailgater Bundle - Portable Satellite TV Antenna and DISH Wally HD Receiver

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  • Portable satellite TV antenna for dish service with included Wally HD receiver. Ideal with DISH Pay As You Go HD programming
  • Use as either portable antenna or roof mounted (mounting feet included)
  • The Wally HD receiver has Wi-Fi capability (USB Wi-Fi adapter sold separately) that allows you to connect to a wireless network to enjoy streaming videos and other web apps
  • Supports multiple TV viewing with the built-in dual coaxial outputs (programming must be on the same satellite); fully automatic satellite acquisition of Western Arc Satellites 110/119/129
  • Powered through receiver with no separate remote or power source.Can be used as pay-as-you-go or added to home DISH service.Supports multiple TV viewing.Color may vary slightly from image.
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KING Tailgater Portable Satellite TV Antenna System for use with DISH

No-Hassle Satellite TV Anywhere

Enjoy live DISH HD TV wherever the fun takes you with the KING Tailgater Portable Satellite TV Antenna. Designed for sporting and outdoor enthusiasts, the KING Tailgater for DISH is ideal for watching the big game, news, weather or movies at tailgating parties, second homes, campsites, RV's and even backyards and garages. The automatic-aiming antenna is easy to set up and works right out of the box. Payment is simple, too. With no contracts and no extra fees, the pay-as-you-go plan from DISH only bills you for the months you use. When the season ends, simply cancel the satellite service at any time without penalty. Already have DISH at home? Just add the new Solo DISH HD receiver (required, sold separately) to your account for one bill. You'll never have to be without TV again. Call DISH to see if local channels are available in your area.

  • Exclusive for DISH service--both SD and HD programming
  • Use as either a carry-anywhere portable or as a roof mount--mounting feet included
  • Supports multiple TV viewing
  • Automatic satellite acquisition and switching
  • Powered through receiver with no separate remote or power source
  • Includes 50 feet of coax cable, 7' HDMI cable and DISH Wally Receiver with RF remote control
  • Sign up for pay-as-you-go or add to your home DISH service
How It Works

How It Works

Weighing just 8 pounds, the portable and lightweight KING Tailgater for DISH is easy to carry and easy to set up. Simply plug the Tailgater antenna into the DISH receiver with the included 50' coax cable and connect the satellite receiver to your TV with the included 7' HDMI cable.

The Tailgater will automatically locate DISH satellites and deliver live HD TV in just minutes. If you own an RV, the Tailgater can be mounted to most roofs without any additional brackets.

DISH Pay-As-You-Go Rate Plan

DISH Pay-As-You-Go Rate Plan

From the campsite to the stadium parking lot, you can watch HD TV wherever you go and only pay for the months you use with the DISH pay-as-you-go plan. Choose from several packages, and stop service any time without penalties, commitments, contracts or credit checks required. Just call DISH to restart your account.

Already have DISH at home? Enjoy the same English or DISH LATINO programming package you enjoy at home when you're on the go. Simply add your Solo HD receiver to your existing account. (Some restrictions may apply. Also, some channels may not be available, depending on your physical location.)

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Portable

At only 8 pounds, the small, light and sleek form factor includes a built-in handle to make it easy to carry. Simply place Tailgater on any flat surface (ground, picnic table, truck bed) with a clear, unobstructed view of the southern sky for best reception.

Receiver

The KING Tailgater Bundle includes the DISH Wally HD Receiver, with HDMI (HD) video output, RCA composite (SD) video output, and an RF remote control.

An optional Wi-Fi USB adapter allows you to connect to a wireless network to enjoy streaming videos and other web apps.

Dual Output

The KING Tailgater supports up to 2 receivers with the built-in dual coaxial outputs.

(Programming must be on the same satellite.)

Mounting

Optionally, you can permanently mount the KING Tailgater on the roof of an RV or other vehicle without any additional brackets. For over-the-road trucks, you may want to consider the KING MB160 mounting bracket (sold separately).

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Antenna Works With DIRECTV DISH DISH DIRECTV, DISH, Bell DISH DISH
Antenna Works in 48 States ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓
Nationwide coverage, western and eastern satellites - ✓ - - ✓ -
Included Satellite Receiver - - - - Wally Wally
Included Remote Control - - - - RF RF
HD or SD Capable SD Only HD and SD HD and SD SD & HD (DISH & Bell), SD Only (DIRECTV) HD and SD HD and SD
Number of Receiver Outputs (for Multiple TV Viewing) 2 1 2 2 1 2
Portable Carry Handle ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓
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  • KING Tailgater Antenna, 50' Coaxial Cable, Owner's Manual, Quick Reference Guide, DISH Wally HD Receiver, 7' HDMI Cable, Remote Control

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    Product Description

    Enjoy live dish HD TV wherever the fun takes you with the KING Tailgater portable satellite TV antenna and DISH Wally HD satellite receiver. Designed for sporting and outdoor enthusiasts, the Tailgater for dish is ideal for watching the big game in parking lots, campsites and more. The included Wally HD receiver can be used with a Wi-Fi USB Adapter(not included) that allows you to connect to a wireless network to enjoy streaming video and web apps. The automatic-aiming antenna is easy to set up and works right out of the box. Payment is simple, too. With no contracts and no extra fees, the DISH Pay As You Go HD programming plan only bills you for the months you use. When the season ends, simply cancel the satellite service at any time without penalty. Already have dish at home? Just add the included Wally receiver to your account for one bill. You'll never have to be without TV again. Call DISH to see if local channels are available in your area.

    Customer reviews

    4.6 out of 5 stars
    4.6 out of 5
    1,850 global ratings

    Customers say

    Customers like the ease of installation with the antenna. They say it has step-by-step instructions and is simple to setup. They appreciate the clear picture quality and the portability of the product. However, some customers have reported issues with signal strength and channels. They mention that it's hard to acquire signal and that it loses satellites. Customers also have different opinions on quality.

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    168 customers mention126 positive42 negative

    Customers like the performance of the antenna. They say it works great when camping, anywhere they go, and does its job. Some mention that the reception works well and that it handles two boxes easily.

    "works great, set up easy....had DISH walk me through the final set up... I use it with my motorhome... I have Dish at home and only cost me an..." Read more

    "I've had this for at least 4 yrs. Beat up, banged cracked dome. Works like brand new!" Read more

    "Works much better than my older dish and quiet! which is important when placed on the roof of my motorhome." Read more

    "...and my home TV and it seemed to be going ok with setup, UNTIL, it was restarting, and it was doing a check, when it reverted back to attempting to..." Read more

    139 customers mention125 positive14 negative

    Customers find the installation of the antenna to be easy. They mention that it has step-by-step instructions and that the setup process was simple. Some say that the bundle is easy to understand and that it creates an easier and more enjoyable setup to watch their favorite channels.

    "Easy to set up and use. Has step by step instructions." Read more

    "works great, set up easy....had DISH walk me through the final set up... I use it with my motorhome... I have Dish at home and only cost me an..." Read more

    "Easy to use great addition to my camping gear" Read more

    "Sets up easy" Read more

    62 customers mention47 positive15 negative

    Customers like the value of the antenna. They say it's well worth the money, a great alternative to expensive TV, and a good piece of equipment. Some mention it'll work perfectly as a tailgater.

    "The King Tailgater is a very good product and easily portable. Exactly as advertised...." Read more

    "Was super easy to set up.Good product." Read more

    "...a rv dealer take your money this is so easy to set up well worth your time and money if your looking for tv on the road very happy with this one" Read more

    "...At that point, the product is a complete waste of money." Read more

    44 customers mention41 positive3 negative

    Customers are satisfied with the picture quality of the antenna. For example, they mention it has a clear reception and HD channels. Some say the antenna is easy to set up and works in rain, snow, and hot sun. Overall, customers are happy with the product's picture quality.

    "...did great with the order and delivery, Dish actually did great with the picture quality, but the ease of install software needs alot of fixing...." Read more

    "...I'm getting mostly HD channels with clear picture with those settings...." Read more

    "...(no immediate trees blocking the satellite) and picture quality excellent with 1080i definition...." Read more

    "...I was up and running with all channels, including locals, coming in perfectly in HD -- no choppiness, no drops, no defaulting to SD...." Read more

    22 customers mention22 positive0 negative

    Customers find the antenna easy to move and set up. They say the receiver and antenna are lightweight. Some say it's perfect for traveling with clear picture.

    "The King Tailgater is a very good product and easily portable. Exactly as advertised...." Read more

    "Light and easy to handle. Acquisition accomplished in about ten minutes...." Read more

    "...was a breeze to set up and has worked flawlessly This unit is easy to move around and can be mounted on the roof either permanently or using a quick..." Read more

    "For DISH Outdoors this Is outstanding choice.Very light and easy to position and place." Read more

    27 customers mention11 positive16 negative

    Customers have mixed opinions about the quality of the antenna. Some mention that it's high quality, durable, and portable. However, others say that it was defective and broke on the first day.

    "...The Playmaker was useless because the bundled Wally was defective. I returned the first one and the second one was defective also...." Read more

    "...Playmaker is a lot more stable, and after 4 years of use, I should have stayed with what worked...." Read more

    "...even with sunny skies, Fox-CNN-Food Network-HGTV are all choppy and breaking up. I am a very unhappy camper, literally -- I live in a motorhome...." Read more

    "...I also bought King's custom made padded carry bag. Very well made." Read more

    39 customers mention4 positive35 negative

    Customers are dissatisfied with the signal strength of the antenna. They mention that it doesn't receive good reception in bad weather, and it loses satellite signal. Some say that the antenna is hard to get a signal in, and would not pick up all the satellites.

    "...No progress could be made and the receiver would just sit in the "downloading software" screen with the green square boxes flashing in..." Read more

    "...every time I search for satellites I get a message stating not all satellites are found. It still works but not as well as it should for the money." Read more

    "...Picture quality is good though. Have trouble getting all 3 satellites...usually only one...." Read more

    "...and totally unobstructed 'view' of satellites; even a single tree branch can interrupt signal...." Read more

    25 customers mention7 positive18 negative

    Customers are dissatisfied with the channels that are provided by the antenna. They mention that they can't get their local channels, it constantly loses satellites, and that the signal is 31% on clear days. They also say that the second receiver can only use the channels on the satellite that the main tuner is set on. Customers also say the antenna does not include a sufficient amount of channels and that some channels do not work.

    "...The secondary tv then goes 'blank' and says that it can not find the channel...." Read more

    "...Never have not received the nationwide channels well." Read more

    "...much hope of it working, but again I was surprised that it managed to find my channels...." Read more

    "...You can only watch channels on the Satellite that the main tuner is set on and when the main tuner switches satellites you usually loose the..." Read more

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    Debbie
    5.0 out of 5 stars It works great
    Reviewed in the United States on March 11, 2024
    Color: Clear(Smoke)Style: Dual Output with ReceiverPattern Name: TV AntennaVerified Purchase
    Easy to set up and use. Has step by step instructions.
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    N L Burgess
    5.0 out of 5 stars good product
    Reviewed in the United States on November 4, 2023
    Color: WhiteStyle: Single Output with ReceiverPattern Name: TV AntennaVerified Purchase
    works great, set up easy....had DISH walk me through the final set up... I use it with my motorhome... I have Dish at home and only cost me an additional $7 bucks a month... also can have them turn it off when we are not traveling for a while and not charged. when we get ready to take a trip, I call dish and have the turn it back on.... works great
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    Michael p Cleek
    5.0 out of 5 stars Still working..
    Reviewed in the United States on February 13, 2024
    Color: Clear(Smoke)Style: Dual Output with ReceiverPattern Name: TV AntennaVerified Purchase
    I've had this for at least 4 yrs. Beat up, banged cracked dome. Works like brand new!
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    Jimmy Roberson
    5.0 out of 5 stars Great product
    Reviewed in the United States on March 2, 2024
    Color: Clear(Smoke)Style: Dual Output with ReceiverPattern Name: TV AntennaVerified Purchase
    Easy to use great addition to my camping gear
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    Sam
    4.0 out of 5 stars Dish Hardware good...if you can figure out the install software
    Reviewed in the United States on March 29, 2020
    Color: Clear(Smoke)Style: Dual Output with ReceiverPattern Name: TV AntennaVerified Purchase
    I bought my Dish Tailgater Pro in October, 2019, and unfortunately was unable to use it, so it sat in my closet until 3-28-2020. Setup consisted of calling and activating the two Wally receivers I bought- 2@$7 dollars more each a month (pay as you go???) to my home dish account.
    I wanted to know they worked before going out camping. I hooked the first up to the TailgaterPro and my home TV and it seemed to be going ok with setup, UNTIL, it was restarting, and it was doing a check, when it reverted back to attempting to download software AGAIN which it then seemed stuck on...after 20 minutes (should take no longer than 20 minute -it said) I cycled the power button and it basically started up again and started the same bad process, again (20 more wasted minutes)! Next, I cycled power and when it wanted me to enter my state, instead of scanning I picked the other option (sorry I can not remember the button name) and eventually somehow I was able to make it to a Dish Diagnostics page and after fooling with the settings i picked the satellite which i believe was at 0 and i made it "1." I then tuned it to 129 further down and it made a low constant monotone locking sound. After doing this to both receivers I was able to eventually manipulate the software screens to where I got it working. Eventually i was also able to download (more waiting) the guide to the channels for 2 days.
    My overall impression- This is just me, but, if you fall into my type situation, it was not good and I spent over 3 and a half hours, from receiver activation, and then trying to figure out how to get a picture. Thankfully, I figured out enough to know what needed done on my own. I believe the scan option after it restarted was supposed to pick the satellite for my state, but it simply wouldn't. With some luck, logic, and common sense, I was able to get it working, but this contributed for my 2 star rating for "Ease of Install" and that was only because I got it working. Amazon did great with the order and delivery, Dish actually did great with the picture quality, but the ease of install software needs alot of fixing. I should not have to do what I did and I understand completely those people's frustrations and complaints on these reviews. Also, I could have called and asked for tech support but the person I spoke with for activating the receivers had a thick foreign accent and I could barely understand her, so trying to get tech support, I thought, would be a nightmare understanding. Thankfully, after much frustration i got it figured out.
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    William R. Davis
    5.0 out of 5 stars totally happy with this, wish I had one years ago.
    Reviewed in the United States on November 4, 2017
    Color: GrayStyle: Dual OutputPattern Name: TV AntennaVerified Purchase
    I have aimed dishes manually for years. Wow, is this thing something I wish I had years ago. Here's some time numbers with a Wally dish receiver:

    Wally boot-up time from plugging power cord in--about 1 1/2 minutes
    Dish aim and receive satellites--about 1 minute
    Wally Acquire signal--about 3 minutes
    Wally receive guide--about 2 minutes.

    Note the only additional time over rebooting using a fixed pre-aimed dish 1002 is the 1 minute aiming time.
    From the description, I thought anytime I selected a channel on a different satellite, the unit would need to do the whole reboot sequence. But the dish just slews to the next satellite in about 5 seconds. Nearly as fast as having the 3 head dish.

    I did notice that the local channels that s/b in HD were only SD. I investigated this and found the unit was locked onto the stronger spot beam transponder that was the SD version. On my home fixed antenna the stronger SD transponder had a signal strength about 70, nearly 4 times what the HD transponder had with the mobile dish. With the mobile dish, the signal on the stronger transponder was only about half the weaker one on the fixed antenna and the weaker transponder was not to be found. So looks like some performance is lost with the smaller size dish. Note: all the HD channels I get on 129 & 119 were in HD. Only 110 had the problem with SD instead of HD. Since these channels were on spot beams, instead of continental wide beams, I suspect I'm on the edge of the spot beam.

    But only a minute to aim and find the satellite. Compared to my setting up the tripod 3 head version; I don't think I could even get the tripod out of its compartment on the motorhome in a minute. Not alone plumb, look up & set in the elevation, skew and azimuth and connect my signal meter and coax to the motorhome.

    But I still have the 3 head version for the times when the motorhome is parked with a tree blocking the signal.

    I did determine what channels I receive are on each of the three satellites. Made a list of these for the occasional times when my wife wants to watch something on one satellite and I can see what channels the second receiver can get for my viewing on the same satellite.

    The AUX outlet for a second Wally is a bit more complex and the instructions that come with the antenna only lead to the confusion. I wrote the following procedure after puxing with the thing for a day. Hope this helps others:

    Procedure to Acquire Satellites on Wally#2 with King VQ4500 Tailgater Mobile antenna

    First need to connect and achieve satellite lock on with Wally#1 (on MAIN output of the VQ4500) before doing anything on Wally#2 (on AUX output of the VQ4500). I'm using 129, since it has most all my channels (29) and I only loose 5 channels on 100 & another 5 on 119.
    Once Wally#1 is locked onto satellite 129. i.e. Fox News 205, TCM 132.
    boot up Wally#2. Note: Wally does not need to be physically unplugged—you can press & hold the POWER switch on the Wally until the green LED (next to the POWER switch) blinks OFF and turns back ON.

    There are four “starting up screens, the last one says at the bottom right screen corner 9999.

    Next the Acquiring Signal #535 comes up. This is the only point where you can take over the boot-up process. Press HOME> Settings> Diagnostics> Dish>Test Installation. Note pressing the number next to the label on the screen will jump directly to that label . Test Installation #58 determines if the switch is a DPP 1K.2 (triple head 1002), a mobile antenna such as the VQ4500, or if there is no switch at all and Wally#2 must use what it finds from the satellite aimed at by Wally#1.

    If the previous switch configuration was DPP 1K.2, the Switch NONE must be saved. There are two Warning screens #836 & #963 that allow you to opt out of this process, since it changes all the existing channel info. But we do want to select SAVE on both screens to force the Wally#2 to use what it finds from Wally#1.

    Wally#2 will now return to the Acquiring Signal #535 screen, followed by Guide Download #330. When Guide Download is finished, Press BACK until live TV appears. Pressing GUIDE will show the channels that Wally#2 can receive from the satellite Wally #1 is pointing to.

    Once hooked back up to a 1002 fixed dish 3 head antenna this test switch procedure will need to be repeated in order to show all the channels on the three satellites.

    When in doubt -- because something didn’t work right—repeat the power switch reset, Wait for the 4 Starting Up screens and when Acquiring Signal appears; force the Wally to do the Test Installation for switch selection. (Press HOME> Settings> Diagnostics> Dish>Test Installation.)
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    Wayne R. Greksa
    5.0 out of 5 stars Good value
    Reviewed in the United States on January 21, 2024
    Color: Clear(Smoke)Style: Dual OutputPattern Name: TV AntennaVerified Purchase
    Works much better than my older dish and quiet! which is important when placed on the roof of my motorhome.
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    Flimsy, poorly constructed. Sharp edges.
    1.0 out of 5 stars ABSOLUTE NONSENSE
    Reviewed in Canada on July 30, 2023
    Color: GrayStyle: Dual Output with ReceiverPattern Name: TV AntennaVerified Purchase
    I ordered this dish and receiver from your site. I even asked if this works in CANADA. I was told that it would.
    Being situated in a remote area I couldn't get any signal strength until i purchased a booster. I had written your company asking why it wouldn't sync any i would be told this address wasn't for email. Why then would you send me a unit that wasn't meant to be used in Canada?
    I wrote King and they responded quickly and told me within seconds that unit wasn't meant for shipping to Canada.
    Now is see that July 4th was the deadline for a return. Is there room for return and resend a system made for use in Canada?
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    Teresa
    3.0 out of 5 stars Not for use in Canada
    Reviewed in Canada on July 6, 2022
    Color: GrayStyle: Dual Output with ReceiverPattern Name: TV AntennaVerified Purchase
    Disappointed to find out you can't get a subscription in canada with this model. Not very clear in details for a senior to understand.
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    Steve Harris
    1.0 out of 5 stars Does not work for Bell!
    Reviewed in Canada on August 19, 2016
    Color: GrayStyle: Dual OutputPattern Name: TV AntennaVerified Purchase
    This product will not work for Bell express view and should be sold as though it does!
    8 people found this helpful
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    louis
    1.0 out of 5 stars One Star
    Reviewed in Canada on April 1, 2017
    Color: GrayStyle: Dual OutputPattern Name: TV AntennaVerified Purchase
    Don t work with shaw or bell
    4 people found this helpful
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