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    Posted: 06 Sep 2021 at 3:47pm
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I utilized an unused circuit in the power panel to create a separate 400W inverter circuit with its own outlets. I run the TV and my Apple TV from that outlet.
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Originally posted by Tonii87

The main reason I want the inverter is to power the tv and be able to charge our phones when we are not connected to 120v. It seems easier to just wire the inverter straight to the shore power wires instead of running wires to install a couple of new outlets. But just want to make sure that the easy route is not the worst way.



Tap into a convenient 12V line to power the outlet. Plug the inverter into the outlet to power the TV. Plug the phones into the USB outlet on either the outlet you installed (preferred) or the inverter. This will be much easier to accomplish and will cost a whole lot less than what you are proposing.
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Posts: 15 		Direct Link To This Post Posted: 07 Sep 2021 at 9:18pm
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Originally posted by Tonii87

The main reason I want the inverter is to power the tv and be able to charge our phones when we are not connected to 120v. It seems easier to just wire the inverter straight to the shore power wires instead of running wires to install a couple of new outlets. But just want to make sure that the easy route is not the worst way.

Tap into a convenient 12V line to power the outlet. Plug the inverter into the outlet to power the TV. Plug the phones into the USB outlet on either the outlet you installed (preferred) or the inverter. This will be much easier to accomplish and will cost a whole lot less than what you are proposing.


Thank so much had not thought about doing it like that. Definitely going that way.
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