Hi - I have a 2004 Hunter 41 with the stock TV setup and want to replace the small Aquos TV. I see recommendations for AC/DC televisions, but am not sure how to wire - it looks like the current setup is powered through an AC adapter, probably on a small inverter. Seems silly to buy an AC/DC TV and just hook it up to AC through an inverter. Does anyone have any experience with the wiring setup and have any suggestions on best way to wire in a new TV ?
Wiring new TV
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Keep it simple and more efficient and get a 12 volt TV - here's a previous conversation on this:
Recommendation for a good TV
Hi all - have that Hunter 41 - time for a new TV - any recommendations or words of wisdom ? Thanks Jim
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Because of the large voltage fluctuation possible on the 12v system, some TVs wired directly to the boat’s 12VDC circuit (bypassing the step-down brick) have reportedly been damaged. We experienced that ourselves some years ago.
if for only that reason, you may be better off buying a traditional 120VAC TV ( which is usually cheaper too) and only running the inverter when away from shore power or genset use.
if for only that reason, you may be better off buying a traditional 120VAC TV ( which is usually cheaper too) and only running the inverter when away from shore power or genset use.