Television for my New Camper

[rlt1]

HI ..Just got a new TT ,Wildwood X Lite and brand new to RV world . The camper did not come with a TV. I am looking for recommendations on TV and mounts for the TV. I would like the TV on the bigger size, thinking 32" is that to large for a camper? Any help is much appreciated, Thanks 

 

[Seilerbird]

I got a chuckle over the 'TV on the bigger size, thinking 32, is that too large for the camper'. I have been watching a 55 inch LG 3D 4K TV for the last two years. Yesterday I walked into Walmart and right next to the front door was
TV on sale for $128. It looked tiny, like a computer monitor. I checked it out and it was a 32 incher. Amazing that my perspective has changed so radically. 32 inches used to be gigantic. Now it is tiny. So to answer your question a 32 inch is not too large for your camper. Now that I have moved into a larger fifth wheel I am wishing I would have gotten a 75 inch.

You should change the subject from TV for my new camper to Television for my new camper. TV is also Tow Vehicle and most will assume that is what you are talking about.

 

[Old_Crow]

I was limited to a 32" for our living area TV because that's all the room I had between a couple of cabinet doors where it hangs.
I'd have gone 40-something if I'd had the room, or if I didn't need access to those cabinets. 

 

[rlt1]

Thanks SeilerBird on for the Infor to change to  Television

 

[SpencerPJ]

I have a 32", because of size constraints on the wall I wanted to hang it on.  It's fine for a Camper.  Buy a cheap universal TV wall mount and enjoy. https://www.amazon.com/Wall-Mount-Bracket-Screen-Fixed/dp/B06XSNJD66/ref=sr_1_4?ie=UTF8&qid=1535388322&sr=8-4&keywords=tv+wall+mount

 

[HappyWanderer1]

Make sure the location you're putting that TV has a suitable mounting point - either wall studs or plywood backboard.

 

[Graycat1]

It depends on the size of your trailer and where you have space to put one.  If you have the 171 you may have to go with a small television.  We had a 21 foot bumper pull and had a 16" in it.  It was ok, especially since the only place to watch it was the booth about 4 feet away.

We have a 32 inch in our FW and it doesn't seem too small.  It fits the cabinet.  Any bigger and we wouldn't be able to lock it down while traveling.

 

[ArdraF]

Whenever we've changed TV sets, the primary consideration has always been the size determined by where it will fit.  There has not been one before so you need to first determine where you will locate it and if the proper wiring is available in that location.  Once that's determined you can figure out what size you need.  It would be a good idea to find out if any specific area is prewired for TV installation.  That would make your job a whole lot easier!

ArdraF

 

[John From Detroit]

I do agree. You do know that too large a screen is a strain because you can not focus properly on the FULL SCREEN if the room is not large enough for you to sit back far enough. Though you can see roughtly half a circle around your head (180 degrees) that is only movement. your Detail cone is much smaller (Say 45 degees from center or 90 degrees. note that that is a GUESS I do not actually know my "Detail" cone. and it can be much less) so if I'm too close to a large screen. Fatigue from turning to watch the other half of the screen is a problem. Why I avoid the FRONT row at a theater or other event.

Beyond that.  A tape measure is your friend.. Figure out where you want to hang it. Measure. Then go shopping.  That simple.

 

[grashley]

Remember also, a Television is measured corner to corner, so a 32" opening ma well hold a 36" or 40" TV.  Speaker locations also affect size.  Measure max height and width and go shopping.

In my FW, being an older model, both TV bays were built for a CRT TV.  Both flat screen TV are mounted to  a vertical post that is mounted to the floor of the bay, and rotates for access to the wiring on the wall and on the TV.

 

[rlt1]

Thanks on all the feedback..Another Question  ..Can you used "off the shelf" Television for camper or do you have to buy special made ones to take the bouncing around while driving down the road??? thanks for the help

 

[SpencerPJ]

Off the shelf TV for sure.  If you are getting that wild pulling your camper, I assume you will have a whole lot of other problems.  Do make sure you have the TV secured pretty good, and if you get elaborate with a swivel mount, make sure you have a way to strap it down while in transit.  Mine hangs on a basic wall mount, never any issues.

 

[BoomerD]

I'm considering getting a small (24-28") TV for the bedroom in the coach. It came with a tiny tube-type tv, (9-10") that sat on a shelf, but the darned shelf is a real head-knocker...
HOWEVER, we've NEVER watched TV in bed...ever, so I might just remove the shelf and try to hide the mounting holes as best as I can. Let the next owner deal with mounting a tv there if they want it.

 

[NewmanRacing]

I purchased a 12 volt TV. This allows you to watch for a bit before bed, with no generator, if no hook up is available.

 

[Larry N.]

I purchased a 12 volt TV. This allows you to watch for a bit before bed, with no generator, if no hook up is available.

An inverter can let you do the same with a regular TV -- plus, many (most?) regular TVs have a wall wart-type power supply, which often provides 12 volts DC.

 

[NewmanRacing]

An inverter can let you do the same with a regular TV -- plus, many (most?) regular TVs have a wall wart-type power supply, which often provides 12 volts DC.

I do have an inverter, but in the spirit of battery conservation, opted for a 12 Volt TV.

Unfortunately, TV manufactures do not list in the specifications if the units operate with a 120 VAC to 12 VDC converter.