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Topic: 12 Volt TV question

Posted By: Unclewillis
Subject: 12 Volt TV question
Date Posted: 03 Jul 2016 at 4:42am

I am thinking about replacing the stock TV with a 12 volt. I was wondering if I did, how do I power it while dry camping? And actually using shore power, are they AC and DC? I do not have any DC outlets inside the camper. I am assuming thats what I would need.

Thanks for the advice

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Daddy, Mommy and Daughter.
BlackJack & Keno (boston Terriers)
Rpod 176T 2015
Nick:
ouR-pod

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Posted By: Podster
Date Posted: 03 Jul 2016 at 7:26am

Yes, the generally accepted method to power a 12v DTV is via a 12v plug AKA a cigarette lighter. Not all DTVs are dual power, some are actually 12v only so you may want to make sure you get a dual power DTV if that is what you want. On some units you may have to purchase the 12v plug as an accessory, if so make sure you follow the manufactures recommendations.

So it seems as if step one is to install a 12v power plug in the POD. It may be a good time to add the popular triple function set that so many others use with USB charge ports and a digital 12v meter to help monitor your 12v power supply.

Another option is to install the plug and then use a small power inverter to power the DTV you have now, not necessarily a better option because you need a 12v plug for the inverter anyway and also have to layout the cash for the inverter as well.

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Cliff & Raelynn
Ranger 4.0/178
(1/2 ton 5,800lb tow capacity)

Posted By: WillThrill
Date Posted: 04 Jul 2016 at 10:35pm

I installed a 12 volt socket on the bottom side of the dinette bench that houses the electrical panel. I can plug a small inverter into it there and then run a short extension cord to the TV. It's very easy to do and doesn't require buying a new TV.

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"Not all those who wander are lost." Tolkien

2014 Hood River 177
2005 GMC Envoy XL

Posted By: Unclewillis
Date Posted: 06 Jul 2016 at 2:55am

Yes, I thought the 12 volt socket might work best since I do have an inverter however. What powers the socket while dry camping?

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Daddy, Mommy and Daughter.
BlackJack & Keno (boston Terriers)
Rpod 176T 2015
Nick:
ouR-pod

Posted By: TheBum
Date Posted: 06 Jul 2016 at 11:57am

Your battery.

Posted By: WillThrill
Date Posted: 06 Jul 2016 at 2:39pm

My television only draws about 36 watts, which is 3 amps in 12 volt terms. So with a pair of typical marine batteries (~150 amp hours), you could watch a lot of TV.

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"Not all those who wander are lost." Tolkien

2014 Hood River 177
2005 GMC Envoy XL