Radio Shack Outdoor Antenna Rotator

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★★★☆☆
2.8

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★★★★☆
3.6

 

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Pros

  • Easy setup (15)
  • Durable (9)
  • Fine-tuning (8)
  • Easy to use (5)
  • Good value (5)
  • Strong signal (4)
  • Good performance (3)
  • Reliable (3)
  • Good paper weight (1)
  • Good til control box died (1)
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Cons

  • Flimsy (4)
  • Broke in two hours (1)
  • Doesn't work (1)
  • Heavy / bulky (1)
  • Just stopped working (1)
  • Lightweight (1)
  • Needed more control boxes (1)
  • No life span (1)
  • Noisy (1)
  • Unattractive design (1)

Best Uses

  • Attic/roof mount (3)
  • Attic (1)
  • Good for digital signals (1)
  • Living room (1)
  • Outdoors (1)
  • Paper weight (1)
  • Recycled steel (1)
  • Return (1)
 
 
 

Provided by RadioShack

Perfect for rural or suburban areas. With this antenna rotator you can accurately position your antenna for the best TV and FM reception.

Specification Description
Model 15-1245
Accessory Indicator Yes
Available for Store Pickup Spec Name: rshStandard Yes
Benefits Handles large antennas and mast up to 1-1/3" in diameterMarks the best reception points for each channelStops antenna at des
Body Material Multi
Capacity UOM mAh
Country Of Origin China
Description Header Dial-a-signal
Display Catalog Number 15-1245
Enclosure Color Black
End Product Indicator Yes
Features Directional Control DeviceIndicator shows antenna directionHeavy Duty ContructionChannel LabelsAutomatic S
Included in the Box Control BoxMounting HardwareChannel label
Manufacturer Labor Warranty 90
Manufacturer Parts Warranty 90
MAP Price 0.0
Max Altitude Operating UOM Feet
Model 15-1245
Operating Temperature UOM ° F
Product Disclaimer CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER OR BACK. NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED PERSONNEL.
Product Type Rotators
Protect your investment. Yes
Required to function Rotator DriveMounting Hardware
Supported Languages English

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Product Reviews

Last update: Nov 20, 2009

Radio Shack Outdoor Antenna Rotator Reviews

 
 
 

Most helpful positive review

[1 of 1 customers found this review helpful]

Most helpful negative review

 
★★★★☆
4.0
Good product, a little info about it.

"I picked up a used rotor and antenna setup on Craig's list. The rotor did not want to turn so I took it apart and cleaned it with rust buster. I lubed it with axle grease and put it back together and it works great. The date on the bottom of the control box is 1992. If I were to buy a new one, I would open it up and grease the gears and bearings, not only does it keep it from sticking but it makes it much quiete..." Read Full Review »

Apr 28, 2008 by static1701

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★★★☆☆
3.0
So far, so good

"I installed my rotor in May 2008. I'm using the rotor to turn a 2 element HF amateur radio mini beam with a 6' boom. I knew that the rotor would be overdutied from the beginning, but I bought one anyway because of the low cost and availability. It's now November 2009 and the rotor/antenna assembly have been through ice storms, sub-zero temps, wind, driving rain, etc., and the rotor is still working. There h..." Read Full Review »

Nov 20, 2009 by Mike

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Radio Shack Outdoor Antenna Rotator Review

Good product, a little info about it.

★★★★☆
4.0

    Pros

  • Durable

    Cons

  • none

    Best Uses

  • Outdoors
 

"I picked up a used rotor and antenna setup on Craig's list. The rotor did not want to turn so I took it apart and cleaned it with rust buster. I lubed it with axle grease and put it back together and it works great. The date on the bottom of the control box is 1992. If I were to buy a new one, I wou …"  Read Full Review »

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Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
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Apr 28 2008
static1701
Southeastern Lower Michigan
I am:
  • Gearhead
  • Tech Savvy
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Price: $79.99
 
 

[3 of 3 customers found this review helpful]

Radio Shack Outdoor Antenna Rotator Review

20 years of service

★★★★★
5.0

    Pros

  • Durable
  • Easy To Set Up
  • Fine-Tuning
  • Strong Signal

    Cons

  • None

    Best Uses

  • None
 

"I installed the radio shack antenna, rotator box and mast motor 20 years ago on my two story house. It still was working fine but the rotor direction indicator dot wasn't moving in sync with the rotator dial. My wife discussed it with me until I broke down and bought a new rotator unit at radio shac …"  Read Full Review »

Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
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Aug 12 2008
Fingers
Swartz Creek, Michigan
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Price: $79.99
 
 

Radio Shack Outdoor Antenna Rotator Review

So far, so good

★★★☆☆
3.0

    Pros

  • Easy To Set Up

    Cons

  • None

    Best Uses

  • None
 

"I installed my rotor in May 2008. I'm using the rotor to turn a 2 element HF amateur radio mini beam with a 6' boom. I knew that the rotor would be overdutied from the beginning, but I bought one anyway because of the low cost and availability. It's now November 2009 and the rotor/antenna assemb …"  Read Full Review »

Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
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Nov 20 2009
Mike
Stow, OH
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  • Enthusiast
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Price: $79.99
 
 

[5 of 5 customers found this review helpful]

Radio Shack Outdoor Antenna Rotator Review

Not the same as they used to be ~ beware

★☆☆☆☆
1.0

    Pros

  • NONE

    Cons

  • Will not work

    Best Uses

  • Return
 

"I remember just a couple years ago, I bought one and it was GREAT ~ well folks, these are NOT the same... they are lighter, thinner, and the biggest problem, was D.O.A. ~ Yes, dead right out of the box. The control box works, rotator actually got hot, never spun. I triple checked everything, even br …"  Read Full Review »

Bottom Line No, I would not recommend this to a friend
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Jul 25 2009
NightRider
Indianapolis
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[6 of 6 customers found this review helpful]

Radio Shack Outdoor Antenna Rotator Review

Not worth the aggravation

★☆☆☆☆
1.0

    Pros

  • None

    Cons

  • Flimsy
  • Noisy
  • Unreliable

    Best Uses

  • Attic/Roof Mount
 

"Rotator motor failed 92 days after installation. Really not worth the aggravation if you have to dismantle 15 foot mast on 25 foot roof every few months to replace defective rotator. Disappointed in this product, because in past they worked flawlessly for 20 or more years. Rotators now manufactured …"  Read Full Review »

Bottom Line No, I would not recommend this to a friend
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Apr 23 2009
POed
west usa
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Price: $79.99
 
 
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