Aerial Connection - Burstner Ixeo (1 Viewer)

[BillyBeckers]

We recently purchased a used Burstner Ixeo 726. The previous owner had never had a TV installed. We are looking to install a TV but there doesn't appear to be an Aerial installed. There is definitely nothing on the roof and nothing in any of the storage lockers. I have noticed a connecter on the bottom left of the Control Panel (see picture) but am not sure what it is. Also, it's impossible to see if it is connected as there is no access to the back of the Control Panel.

There is a TV Bracket mounted on the Wall just below the Control Panel and the previous owners, who had the Van from new, advised it was fitted when they purchased the Van. Seems strange to fit a Mounting Bracket, 12v, 240v Supply Sockets and Connection Point in the vicinity of the Bracket but no Aerial. Does anyone know if Burstners have an Aerial Cable pre-installed that could be tucked away somewhere.

 

[M-J]

Looks like that’s where you plug the tv into, not sure on Burstner but if you don’t have an aerial on the roof maybe you just have an aerial connection point somewhere to plug into a fixed aerial on site or a free standing dish etc.

 

[Stealaway]

My 2012 has both screw type and standard Ariel sockets but neither have been used by Ariel fitter. My Ariel cable goes to the amplifier and then to the TV. Burstner ones are not used.

 

[Vansflyer]

That is an "f" connection, normally used for satellite connections but can be used for regular Tv. Have a look around for an outdoor connection, amps in lockers etc to find the other end. Our van has an intergrated Tv aerial and I can't find it, suspect it is in the A Pillars. Maybe worth connecting a Tv and doing a scan?

 

[Parrot Face]

We are in the same position but are intending to buy a smart tv with wifi. We have the Vodafone 100gb per month £20 offer. So will just connect through internet.

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[jdk62]

We have an IXEO and have an external flap which has a power outlet and an external connector for either satellite or if you get an adapter, a standard tv aerial connector.

 

[BillyBeckers]

Hi jdk62. Could you advise where the Aerial Flap is located on your Van.

 

[mike mcglynn]

Hi, some newish vans have an integral connection in the ehu plug in box

 

[BillyBeckers]

Current intentions are to install a TV and try connecting it to the point on the underside of the Control Panel. If this doesn't work I'll try a portable Aerial (probably Avtex sth3000).

May ultimately have to bite the bullet and fit a roof mounted Aerial although have some reservations about this as there seems to be negative feedback about most of the commonly recommended units.

 

[BillyBeckers]

One other observation. I have the original Owners Manual for the Van, which is farly comprehensive, and it doesn't make any mention of an Aerial connection.

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[Landy Andy]

If you need a Avtex sth3000 I have one boxed in the garage I don’t plan on using.

 

[Vansflyer]

A stand alone dish is better than most roof aerials and you don't need to drill holes...

 

[BillyBeckers]

If you need a Avtex sth3000 I have one boxed in the garage I don’t plan on using.

Hi Andy. Still assessing options at present. I'm away from home at the moment but will keep your offer in mind.

 

[BillyBeckers]

A stand alone dish is better than most roof aerials and you don't need to drill holes...

VA could you advise on any recommended Stand Alone options??

 

[Lenny HB]

The Germans use the F connector for their aerials. As it has one suspect it has an aerial built into the cab roof, there will probably be an amplifier as well.
If so to get it to work you will need to enable 5v antenna power on the TV to power the amplifier.
Don't bother asking dealers they haven't a clue.

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[BillyBeckers]

The Germans use the F connector for their aerials. As it has one suspect it has an aerial built into the cab roof, there will probably be an amplifier as well.
If so to get it to work you will need to enable 5v antenna power on the TV to power the amplifier.
Don't bother asking dealers they haven't a clue.

Lenny, any idea where the amplifier could be located. I checked all the cupboards but nothing in there. Is it possible it could be behind the Control Panel, which would make it inaccessible.

Regarding the 5v output on the TV. Do all traveller focused TVs have that option?

 

[Lenny HB]

Don't know amp could be anywhere. I think most modern TV have the power out need to look at the manual

 

[Vansflyer]

The aerial itself can be amped and need a feed even if it is a little T bar job. As Lenny said most modern Tvs for M/H can power the aerial. If you are anywhere near me (north Brum) I am happy to put my "box" on it and see if it works .. or not. I recently purchased a Triax 64cm dish with fold up arm, quad lnb and a Tripod for less than £100 but that was "trade". You will need a good meter to align the dish so budget the same again to stop any divorce proceedings when it doesn't work ;-) Shout if you want me to test it for you FOC.

 

[BillyBeckers]

The aerial itself can be amped and need a feed even if it is a little T bar job. As Lenny said most modern Tvs for M/H can power the aerial. If you are anywhere near me (north Brum) I am happy to put my "box" on it and see if it works .. or not. I recently purchased a Triax 64cm dish with fold up arm, quad lnb and a Tripod for less than £100 but that was "trade". You will need a good meter to align the dish so budget the same again to stop any divorce proceedings when it doesn't work ;-) Shout if you want me to test it for you FOC.

Thanks for the offer. Unfortunately I'm a couple of hours away in the North East. Also away at present and not back in the UK until next week. I'll hook a TV up to the F connector first and if that doesn't work I'll try a stand alone Aerial.

 

[Stealaway]

Can you expose the connections and simply look if there are wired up?

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[BillyBeckers]

Can you expose the connections and simply look if there are wired up?

I can't sèe any screws or fixings on the Control Panel to let me opn it up. There's nothing on the other side of the wall either.

 

[M-J]

It looks like the outer rim is just a bezel that will click off.

 

[Stealaway]

Yep as above. Give it a tug

 

[crossy]

Hi, we also have a 726g and bought it new 3 yrs ago. We had to pay extra to the dealer to have an Ariel fitted as they do not come supplied with an Ariel if I remember correctly , so , you may not have one fitted at all. The connection shown in the picture is the same as ours but will only allow the Ariel to work if there’s one on the of !!
Cheers Phil

 

[elamessa]

Is there a cupboard above the fridge? If so at the back of that cupboard you can remove the rear panel (4 screws) which gives you access to all the cables, this is where our box of tv tricks was installed on our Nexxo T740.

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