Question for RV guys..12 volt TV for RV

fatchuk · ST MARYS, ONTARIO

Question for RV guys..12 volt TV for RV

hemi43 · ONTARIO

Good luck !! I went through the same thing a couple years ago. You'll be far better of to run a standard TV with an inverter. That's what I ended up doing. If you do end up finding a 12v one, usually they're a no-name brand, and more expensive. Current draw will be almost the same going through an inverter, so your battery life will be almost the same.

-- Edited by hemi43 on Tuesday 29th of April 2014 02:03:39 PM

fatstax · COBOURG, ONT

im running a solar inversion system in my flea market trailer, inverting to house voltage is the way to go. i think you can buy appliances such as tvs that draw really low power for solar powered systems. ordinary flat panels are power hungry i am thinking.

teejay99 · BELLE RIVER, ONT

Yep, a Jensen 24" .....22 1/2 " wide , 14.6 " high and 2" deep ....$616.95 ( ouch !)

If you are further interested you can call Leisure Trailers toll free 1-800-363-8925 , ask for Nicole although others can help too .

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Fordy Acres Car Farm · DORCHESTER, ONT

When me and a few buddys went down to Bristol for the August night race we were there for the whole week. We were watching speed during the tailgating sessions and used 3 solar panels, a 12V car battery, an inverter, a shaw satellite and receiver and a 32" LCD TV. The system was self sufficient, meaning we had no downtime to let the battery "catch up".The battery was to enable us to watch the tube or have commercial free satellite music from dark until bedtime(wee hours of the night). As a matter of fact, we were getting a decent trickle charge over night by pointing the panels towards the yard light that was on all night at the "Shower Shack"! People would drop in to our camp and be all jealous that we were watching TV and drinking Margaritas - then we would say "Listen....do you hear that?" They would reply "I don't hear anything" Then we would point to the solar panels "NO GENERATOR!

A system like this shouldn't be much over about $400-$450 and will be free to run - + peace and quiet with no generator running!!!!

Fordy Acres Car Farm · DORCHESTER, ONT

That's $400 to $450 including the TV! Insignia has an OK LED unit that can be had for $159(on sale) to $179 at Best Buy/Future Shop. You're half way there!

31 Blackrat · WATERDOWN, ONT

Lots of truckers do it in there rigs snd run through a converter

Fordy Acres Car Farm · DORCHESTER, ONT

fatstax wrote:
im running a solar inversion system in my flea market trailer, inverting to house voltage is the way to go. i think you can buy appliances such as tvs that draw really low power for solar powered systems. ordinary flat panels are power hungry i am thinking.

I AGREE WITH YOU! Huh???? confuse

Anyway, there was a sticker on my 32" LED TV that stated it would cost $6.50 annually to run my TV, based on 5 hours of usage per day!!!! These TVs draw next to nothing power wise and are ideal for a solar powered system!

31 Blackrat · WATERDOWN, ONT

31 Blackrat wrote:
Lots of truckers do it in there rigs snd run through a converter

Inverter,,,whatever..12 vdc to 120 vac

Flatduck · ONTARIO

look for a stereo shop one that specialize in custom fit stereo they can get you as many screen as you want any size

as dvd players there is plenty of in dash dvd players 12volt and you just used the rca cable for the video out and plug a big screen

hemi43 · ONTARIO

56loser wrote:
look for a stereo shop one that specialize in custom fit stereo they can get you as many screen as you want any size

as dvd players there is plenty of in dash dvd players 12volt and you just used the rca cable for the video out and plug a big screen

DVD player ?? That's so 2005 !! biggrin biggrin

Most TV's today have USB capabilities, and a 32Gig memory stick will hold 20-25 movies. DVD and CD players should all be in the recycle bin IMO.

-- Edited by hemi43 on Tuesday 29th of April 2014 05:22:44 PM

Flatduck · ONTARIO

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Flatduck · ONTARIO

is that one big enough

fatchuk · ST MARYS, ONTARIO

The Rv has a solar panel built in that helps to keep the batterys charged..I do have a 110 lcd tv but I want a 12volt one..I have been told they draw a lot less than using a110 and an inverter..It has a 4000w genny but I realy don't want to have to run the genny just to watch the tube at night if I can find a 12 volt..with a dvd built in..They got em in all motor homes..the old big tube turkey that's in there is 12volt but it also has a VCR in it and I don't want to take a trunk full of movies when were traveling..I can pack 3 to 400 dvds in my shorts ..I know I can order one, but I was just putting it out there as I know there are some RV guys on here that might lead me someplace safe...

Flatduck · ONTARIO

hemi43 wrote:
56loser wrote:
look for a stereo shop one that specialize in custom fit stereo they can get you as many screen as you want any size

as dvd players there is plenty of in dash dvd players 12volt and you just used the rca cable for the video out and plug a big screen
DVD player ?? That's so 2005 !!
Most TV's today have USB capabilities, and a 32Gig memory stick will hold 20-25 movies. DVD and CD players should all be in the recycle bin IMO.

-- Edited by hemi43 on Tuesday 29th of April 2014 05:22:44 PM

i know that what i have in my car now usb , but the op did not mention he only say 12 volt dvd player

hemi43 · ONTARIO

56loser wrote:
hemi43 wrote:
56loser wrote:

i know that what i have in my car now usb , but the op did not mention he only say 12 volt dvd player

I know, but Fatchuk is really old and probably doesn't know too much about today's electronics !! LOL

Actually, I don't even think you can still buy TV's with DVD's built in. Not sure !!

The great thing about memory sticks, is all you need is the TV. No cords, players and extra remotes.

Fordy Acres Car Farm · DORCHESTER, ONT

Yep! My $179 shop TV has the USB option. I sometimes run a slide show with 5500 pics of old school hot rods while listening to commercial free satellite tunes!

Flatduck · ONTARIO

not to many stores have any tv and dvd combo left
i was going to install that stuff in my motor home but i went the easy way i have an extra lap top so i just loaded it with movies and music ......i have an under dash dvd player that is brand new never been install it s 12 volt

you just put 3 battery in that motor home and you watch tv plenty of time and you won t need solar power

fatchuk · ST MARYS, ONTARIO

Dan said..

I know, but Fatchuk is really old and probably doesn't know too much about today's electronics !! LOL

I'll get you for that....72 is the new 42... go get a hair cut...

I must admit I ain't never seen a tv with usb yet,,I thought I was already up to speed with a smart TV that we have and it's even plugged to my router..BUT,we have never used the smart feature yet at all..for watching net flicks or youtube..How do get 20 0r more movies on a thumb drive..I can'r even figure how to download movies..Every time I downloaded one it would not play in the dvd..So I just buy a few when we travel..It's mostly to keep she who must be satisfied happy or life on the road is a bitch when I am tin hunting..

janies dirty 37 · SOUTH RIVER, ONT

Love a man who knows his place with the "she who must be" wink

Mr Samis · BRIGHTON, ONT

Try a local truck stop. That's where truckers get em.

fatchuk · ST MARYS, ONTARIO

Hadn't thought about that as I want to do a professional installation .. guess I just thought they would only have portables..hell actualy I never thought of them at all.. will check out the local flying-J

fatchuk · ST MARYS, ONTARIO

Janice.. It will be 53 years for us this Aug..She say,s I was one dumb sumbitch dog to train and I still need reproving daily..I used to be the boss, I have no idea when that changed.. I just knew one day that she was telling me what and when we would be doing and it's been downhill ever since smile . I TRIED to resist but in the end it was easier to just submit..I learned to became a submissive husband it has more peaceful and I get to go and play when-ever I want ..I think that's because she knows I am to damn old to be any harm to any-one....

hemi43 · ONTARIO

fatchuk wrote:
Dan said..
I know, but Fatchuk is really old and probably doesn't know too much about today's electronics !! LOL

I'll get you for that....72 is the new 42... go get a hair cut...

I must admit I ain't never seen a tv with usb yet,,I thought I was already up to speed with a smart TV that we have and it's even plugged to my router..BUT,we have never used the smart feature yet at all..for watching net flicks or youtube..How do get 20 0r more movies on a thumb drive..I can'r even figure how to download movies..Every time I downloaded one it would not play in the dvd..So I just buy a few when we travel..It's mostly to keep she who must be satisfied happy or life on the road is a bitch when I am tin hunting..

Hey Chuck; We really need to get together so I can show you how to "view"(download) the proper movie formats that will work on your TV. You'll throw all your DVDs in the garbage afterwards.

flatblack55delivery · PORT HOPE, ONT

I'm saving mine,Dan, this inter web thing is just a passing fad and when it crashes you will be begging to watch my Bata movies on tape and listen to my music on vinal. Ed

hemi43 · ONTARIO

flatblack55delivery wrote:
I'm saving mine,Dan, this inter web thing is just a passing fad and when it crashes you will be begging to watch my Bata movies on tape and listen to my music on vinal. Ed

Bata?? WTF does your shoes have to do with anything?? If you're talking "BETA", then that's a whole different subject. Actually, BETA was a much superior system to VHS, but for some reason became the standard.

flatblack55delivery · PORT HOPE, ONT

Your right Sony Betamax right on the label.As for the shoes ,does Bata still make them here,I usually use whatever The Boy gets tired of.Although I did pass on the bright yellow runners. Ed

hemi43 · ONTARIO

fatchuk wrote:

I must admit I ain't never seen a tv with usb yet,,I thought I was already up to speed with a smart TV that we have and it's even plugged to my router..
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If you have a "smart" TV, i'm sure it will have USB. Even non-smart TVs have USB now. What model TV do you have?

-- Edited by hemi43 on Wednesday 30th of April 2014 09:35:36 AM

hemi43 · ONTARIO

flatblack55delivery wrote:
.Although I did pass on the bright yellow runners. Ed

I don't blame you, cause they were probably white when he bought them !! biggrin biggrin

fatchuk · ST MARYS, ONTARIO

Big Dan asked..

What model TV do you have?

Samsung..Smart TV..I have never looked to see if it has a USB drive I will have to look..I think that's it..My old girl is the T.V alcoholic here..I really never watch that T.V. I have an old LG in my cave that's the only One I watch ..I do not like the dumb shows she watches..ncis..icns, criminal minds, murder she wrote and any other of those police type shows ..I am a history, science, and or news junky..I do not like those dumb azz car shows..some picker shows, that ricks restorations, and some pawn stars shows..are more to my liking..

hemi43 · ONTARIO

I also have a Samsung Smart. The USB port is on the back accessed from the right side of the TV.

fatchuk · ST MARYS, ONTARIO

I veel check that to-night master Dan..or gear-head or shop-rat or who are you.. biggrin biggrin biggrin biggrin biggrin biggrin biggrin biggrin