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General => General Discussion => Topic started by: fabulous on May 27, 2010, 10:33:28 AM
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Hi All,
At the risk of causing a furore by asking this question and I know it isn't real camping but ;
What sort of TV do people have for their camper ? I've seen TV / DVD combo's which are both 240v, and 12v. I'm interested to see what people think.
I guess I would need some sort of antenna for it as well ? so would be interested as to where people mount the mast, given it is a camper, the mast would need to be removable. Just after idea's.
We've ordered our camper (Cub), and in 5 days will be able to say that we get it next month (July). Our camper comes with both 12v and 240 volt (if near power).
How much does the TV drain of the camper's battery.
Look forward to some responses
Thanks guys - love the forum
Cheers
Phil & Karen
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We have a TV/DVD (19" LCD,HD) combo unit. This is 240V which we run from our inverter or 240V power when in a caravan park, which is not that often.
A good aerial is always a problem. There are many powered types available and I am sure you will get lots of good/various comments on these from the many users on this site.
We are using a satellite system as this guarantees reception for almost all of Australia.
The cost is not great as we already have an Austar contract and we take the satellite receiver with us and power it from the inverter/240 supply as available. If you go this way make sure you get a good quality tuner as this makes setting up so easy. It takes us about 10 minutes to set our system up.
I am not sure as to the exact power usage but I have been advised that it is minimal and managerable by our on board 12V supply and charging options.
As for "...it isnt real camping" we find it good to have, particularly if you are caught in a wet period in the CT!
These are a couple of sites for satellite systems that might be of interest;
http://aussiesatellite.com/DS/shop/cart.php?m=product_list&c=14
http://www.satplus.com.au/index.html
http://www.vansat.com.au/
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Hi guys,
We have a 2004 Jayco Outback Eagle set up with 2 x 120w solar panels fix-mounted flat on rooftop frame charging 2 x 100 amp/hr Fullriver AGM DC batteries.
When in remote location we use our NEC 8210 15.4 inch laptop ( with dedicated video card) with a TV tuner card ( Express type I think its called-slots in side ) connected to a Strong satellite receiver using Optus Aroura card.
The Strong sat box we can run straight off 12v cig type plug or 240v from inverter. Laptop 240v powered from inverter.
Will have to set up again to get our exact total amp/hr draw but from memory, around 6/7 amp/hr.
Obviously figures would be less if using terrestrial antenna straight to laptop or separate TV.
We went the Laptop way because of versatility ( internet/Email/play DVD/download camera images ) and space in camper.
Hope this helps.
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Hey Fuzbar, does it all depend on whether you have reception or not? I have a toshiba 15inch, and I am going to NT for about 3 months - spending most of that time at Borroloola fishing. I would be quite willing to buy the usb plugs if I was assured I was going to get reception. Maybe Joff (I know he has been there) can help in this regard.
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We are using a satellite system as this guarantees reception for almost all of Australia.
How do you fix the dish to the CT? Do you keep the TV in the vehicle?
We had a sat-tv setup for when we had the caravan and hadn't thought about taking it with the CT as space is at a premium - having the dish, the receiver, the TV, the sat finder and the cables takes up a fair bit of space.
Are there any other swaggers with sat-tv setups. If so, some setup and storage photos would be great.
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Check out Dick Smith. They have a 10" and a 19" tv/dvd combo which both run on 12 volts or AC adapter. We have the 19" one and its brilliant although we need to get a 12v cord for it. The 10" one comes with both.
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Hi Phil & Karen
You should go on one of our trips up here in Cairns with other my swag members. You do not need a tv as there is always something going on when you walk around the different camps. Its like watching 15 channels. ;D
Mark
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Got 15" Flat Screen 12/240 Polariod branded from BigW (no DVD) run it via Foldaway Aerial http://www.foldawayantenna.com.au/ (http://www.foldawayantenna.com.au/) never use it on 12v, usually if we are away from power their would be no reception away, not sure how long before it would zap the battery. thought about a Sat Set up.
Usually around the fire or out chatting anyway,,
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How do you fix the dish to the CT? Do you keep the TV in the vehicle?
We carry the TV unit in the car (in its original box) along with the receiver unit.
The tripod, cables, tuners, pegs etc are in a storage bag which we carry in the CT. The dish is fixed to the front of the CT (see pictures) where the spare wheel used to be. The spare is now fitted to the rear door.
There is a dish system that folds up and comes in a handy carry bag. This link http://www.satplus.com.au/category29_1.htm will give you an idea of the alternatives.
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Thanks All,
I knew you'd be a wealth of knowledge,
Bretth - what size inverter do you run, we don't have a sat dish so probably won't be going down that path, I've seen 'caravan' type aerials, but don't know much about them at all.
Fuzbar - i like the idea of the laptop as we've got around 300BG of movies / TV shows etc on it, how do you find the tuner card ?
Darcy - I'll have to go and have a look at Dicksmith - prices seem reasonable from their web site.
McGirr - would love to, Cairns is a pretty long drive - we live in Melb - but want to go back and show my wife cape york - I was there 4-5 years ago - loved it.
Bushman - Thanks for your input - We don't plan on using it a whole lot anyway which is why I don't want to spend a fortune, I agree I would rather be around the fire, but when it cold and wet, or if our niece and nephew come away, i think it would be a good idea.
You've done well.
I was thinking last night that I could make up a bracket that could attach to the swing away arm at the rear so I could attach the mast, and carry the mast on the roof rack. We just need to get our camper so I can start tinkering away - shouldn't be far away now !
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We have a 1000W inverter but a smaller one, (300-500W) would do the job.
The real cost for satellite is the service charge from the provider such as Austar which can run as high as $80-120/month.
The dish and accessories ($300-350) are the cheapest part.
As far as choosing an aerial the various caravan and camping shows provide great choices.
As you live in Melbourne the next main show is at Sandown later in the year, possibly September.
When you get your system sorted a few pictures and advise would be good to see.
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Fab,
Our setup is satellite free-to-air using the Optus Aroura card which was included in the complete kit around $400 all up which includes sat receiver box,dish,cable etc.
This is a free to air system and we have with no ongoing fees. One off purchase for kit and card.
Tuner card works fine but if you haven't used it recently you will need to leave in sat receiver turned on and dish tuned on to sat in order to update card. If you require more channels ask for options at the shop when you purchase kit. ;D
When we set up our Jayco we were advised to install a pure sine wave inverter which are more computer friendly. Ours is 600w which also works fine for all our other requirements.
For us it's great to have TV for footy and a bit of news but each to their own. It's your holiday and nobody else's.
Cheers
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In a moderate hijack...
A few years ago i bought one of these (http://www.kristalelectronics.com/product_info.php?cPath=28&products_id=192) with the intention of using it with my home foxtel box when out on the road. now in a triumph of organisation, i've never even tried it out.
This dish is suitable for Selectv in most of Australia.
It is not suitable for Aurora and other Pay TV services at this time
has anyone ever tried one of these out for FTA and can verify that it works OK? Or is there anyone in Perth that has a STB that we can try it out with?
EDIT - i've modified the URL so that it works!
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Yep, shouldn't need a tv, but if you must(and we do some times with 2 little kids) go with the usb tv tuner for your laptop. About $90 from dick smith. Got a fold up antenna from the Jayco dealer which clips onto the roof clips on the swan. Works really well, and you can store movies on the laptop as well.
Cheers
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We've got a little LCD, 17 or 19' or something runs off 240 or 12v, about the only time we've ever used it is when we are in 1 place for more than a day, uses bugger all power on 12v, the only time I really watch it is news time, the kids have portable 12v dvd players we can run through it as well if we want to watch a movie
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Hi All
Digging up an old thread but I thought anyone who wants a 12v TV for the camper may be interested in this:
http://www.kogan.com.au/shop/kogan-pro-16-hd-lcd-tv-w-dvd-player-digital/?utm_source=MailingList&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=Copy+of+20101022+-+Frugal+Friday+-+PRO16
My Geek Co-Worker is always spruking this brand and his advice has never let me down. Looks like a good deal to me.
Darcy
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Hi All
Digging up an old thread but I thought anyone who wants a 12v TV for the camper may be interested in this:
http://www.kogan.com.au/shop/kogan-pro-16-hd-lcd-tv-w-dvd-player-digital/?utm_source=MailingList&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=Copy+of+20101022+-+Frugal+Friday+-+PRO16
My Geek Co-Worker is always spruking this brand and his advice has never let me down. Looks like a good deal to me.
Darcy
looks good. I like the way you can plug in a thumb drive and play movies from it (although it's unlikely to support as many media formats as a "proper" media player like a WDTV)
Jon
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darcy i have a 42" from kogan and it works well. I did see that "frugay friday" deal come though got me thinking.
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We have bush TV ;D
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v293/bazzar/CapeYork117.jpg)
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Hi All
Digging up an old thread but I thought anyone who wants a 12v TV for the camper may be interested in this:
http://www.kogan.com.au/shop/kogan-pro-16-hd-lcd-tv-w-dvd-player-digital/?utm_source=MailingList&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=Copy+of+20101022+-+Frugal+Friday+-+PRO16
My Geek Co-Worker is always spruking this brand and his advice has never let me down. Looks like a good deal to me.
Darcy
We're looking for a 12v TV for our Swan. Looking at the Dicksmith 12v tv also http://dicksmith.com.au/product/G5570/dse-10-2-quot-standard-definition-lcd-tv (http://dicksmith.com.au/product/G5570/dse-10-2-quot-standard-definition-lcd-tv) Anyone here have a 12v TV? what brand? And for those that have a Swan, where do you place your TV for best viewing. And maybe how do you store it when traveling? Cheers
Geoff
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We have bush TV ;D
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v293/bazzar/CapeYork117.jpg)
(http://www.engageselling.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2009/01/bender-applause.jpg)
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Hi All
Digging up an old thread but I thought anyone who wants a 12v TV for the camper may be interested in this:
http://www.kogan.com.au/shop/kogan-pro-16-hd-lcd-tv-w-dvd-player-digital/?utm_source=MailingList&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=Copy+of+20101022+-+Frugal+Friday+-+PRO16
My Geek Co-Worker is always spruking this brand and his advice has never let me down. Looks like a good deal to me.
Darcy
Had a look at this and saw my nephew's avatar. Do you work with a geek named Keith?
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Without a doubt entertainment is important, especially if sitting out the wet under canvas or even worse, stuck in a caravan. ;D But a TV? Come on!!! >:(
Personally I favour a good book, conversation over tea, coffee or a port, board games (or is that bored games?) and the best of all a bit of a sing along with the old guitar. 8)
For me the best thing about camping is to escape the TV, unless of course there's an important Rugby match to watch. But then there's the possibility of the pub or listening to the ABC on the radio. :laugh:
Get out there and enjoy the bush & the characters you meet. The TV is always there waiting for you at home.
Cheers - Wayne
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yes yes we've had this debate about who wants tv and who dosn't - this isnt the thread for it.
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Had a look at this and saw my nephew's avatar. Do you work with a geek named Keith?
No his name's Craig. Knows everything about everything especially if it runs on electricity, is made of sub-atomic particles or requires some form of operating software....! He's no fan of Apple. I found this out the hard way when I told him I had bought an iPhone.
As for having a TV with the camper...I agree there are many times when its not required or wanted, but then there are times when it comes in handy. On extended trips, we tend to spend a long time in areas where there's not even any radio reception. I like being able to pull into a town occssionally and catch up on the news and sport. I also love making some popcorn, curling up with the missus and watching a flick in bed especially if the weather isn't compatible with an open fire.
Its like having an electric toaster or kettle in the camper. I prefer not to use them but there are some occasions when these things come in handy and for the small amount of space they take up and for the small money you pay for them, why not carry them...?
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yes yes we've had this debate about who wants tv and who dosn't - this isnt the thread for it.
Bush TV is for after the City TV is turned off :cheers:
Cheers
Geoff
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Hi, we dont generally watch tv when camping but bought a Poltec 25 antenna when we went to Jindabyne this year. We figured it was worth it as we wouldn't be able to spend much time sitting outside in the cold. The reception was fantastic, and we had a cheap LCD, I think the cost was around $150.
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Does that TV come with a remote control Redback? ;D
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Does that TV come with a remote control Redback? ;D
Remote = long stick
You can also toast a marshmallow with said stick and you've got yourself a multi-function remote ... luxury!
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Does the Foldaway Antenna work well in Finge Reception areas?
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I have seen The Redback Remote for his bush tv & ,,,,Kaz said " get up & do it yourself ", might have to perfect that a bit . Didnt work on my SWMBO either , I quickly came to my sences when I woke up later in the day :'(
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No one game to post about there city TVs and which on is best bang for buck? If i was camping this weekend i would like a TV to watch the 20/20 cricket on this afternoon. Aus v Sri Lanka
http://www.cricket.com.au/kfctwenty20international2010-11 (http://www.cricket.com.au/kfctwenty20international2010-11)
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Aldi TV on special next week, no built in DVD though
http://www.aldi.com.au/au/html/offers/2827_16530.htm
(http://www.aldi.com.au/au/media/offers/W52_001_TV.jpg)
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I bought a 10" 12V TV from Dick Smith for about $200 I think - has a digital TV tuner, DVD, internal battery, and remote. Pretty happy with it.
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I bought a 10" 12V TV from Dick Smith for about $200 I think - has a digital TV tuner, DVD, internal battery, and remote. Pretty happy with it.
[/quote]we bought the same. Small, light weight and easy to store. Fits in the draw under the seat in our swan. runs on 240v, 12v and a battery.
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We have a 19" aldi special with built in DVD & USB player. Purchased last Christmas. Works well although I think the antenna connection could be a bit dodgy.
Use a boosted outdoor antenna from bigw. Digital channels good but analogue is crap
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I bought a Vision_Digital 24" (ebay) LED TV the other day (it's supposed to be my Christmas present from my wife). It has DVD, PVR (which allows me to record, pause & rewind via USB) and is 12v. Plan to take it camping with us but so far it hasn't got past the Foxtel plug :). Pretty happy with it after a couple of days viewing. I will expand on that after next week.
Mal
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Big W have a 10" AWA lcd with inbuilt dvd, card reader and AV input along with a battery inbuilt for under 200 bucks. It too can run off the cigarette lighter! We bought one of these a while back and it will not work with a Hd set top box but will with an SD. They do sell them now with an SD tuner inbuilt! I still struggle to understand why it does not work with a HD STB. I have yet to try another brand to see if that will work or not. having the built in battery is great to watch away from the camper for about 5 hours on battery power.
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HI Guys and Gulls,
I was thinking of getting a small 60 inch LED tv for my CT and starting a new trend at camp sites by having a camp trailer drive in. Only joking. ;D
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That's actually not a silly idea. You can now get those small projectors. Throw a white tarp between some trees and you have a campout drive-in :)
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That's actually not a silly idea. You can now get those small projectors. Throw a white tarp between some trees and you have a campout drive-in :)
I've done exactly that - I have a projector that I set up with a silver tarp - great for flicking through photos of the days adventures....
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HI Guys and Gulls,
I was thinking of getting a small 60 inch LED tv for my CT and starting a new trend at camp sites by having a camp trailer drive in. Only joking. ;D
Sorry mate already been done.This guy pulled out this set up 1 night while we were camping once, started playing dvd,s kept a dozen kids and a few parents entertained for ages while we sat and talked around the fire.Is anyone thinking of looking at the Aldi tv I am thinging about it or any thoughts?Wife keen I don,t care TV no TV. TINKERA.
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Went for a wander through JBHifi today and ended up buying a Soniq 16 inch LED tv with inbuilt DVD, HD tuner etc. for $210. It comes with the 12V lead in the box. How do people store them when travelling?
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Went for a wander through JBHifi today and ended up buying a Soniq 16 inch LED tv with inbuilt DVD, HD tuner etc. for $210. It comes with the 12V lead in the box. How do people store them when travelling?
We travel with ours in the original box and use to just leave it on the floor in the Hawk and never had any issues. :cheers:
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We travel with ours in the original box and use to just leave it on the floor in the Hawk and never had any issues. :cheers:
Good plan, just have to take the base off/on each use.
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This could be a good device to help with tuning the antenna in when camped.
http://dicksmith.com.au/product/L1500/digital-tv-signal-finder-with-internal-battery.jsp
(http://dicksmith.com.au/media/DSAU/Product/300x300/L1500_0_0066275_med_v1_m56577569830687762.jpg)
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I have a TV tuner in my lappie. Plug in the coaxial cable and Bob was my uncle (then he got hit by a truck and died ... but he's still my uncle). Never even thought to use it. I guess I'd have to have the co-ax attached to something ...
Put in another vote for the bush TV ... I video a nice campfire crackling, frogs chirrupping, creepy loons looning, with my camera ... load it onto the lappie ... and when it's raining ... we watch that ... or play Micro Connect 4 (it's gotta be the smallest connect for on the planet) or do the horizontal waltz (I'm allowed to say that??).
Kit_e
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I have a teac but do not have a 12 volt lead, albeit that it operates on 12volt. How much power do they chew on 12volt?
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I have a teac but do not have a 12 volt lead, albeit that it operates on 12volt. How much power do they chew on 12volt?
The power supply with mine says 4A but I doubt it would pull anywhere near that. I ran it off my 7A/h battery yesterday for quite a few hours and the battery voltage hadn't changed.
The 12V lead that came with mine doesn't have a regulator it's just a cig plug to the 12V plug.
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I've been meaning to make a lead up for the cig lighter for mine. Can you just buy the "ends" from jaycar?
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DC Plug set
http://www.jaycar.com.au/productView.asp?ID=PP1980&keywords=DC+Plug&form=KEYWORD
(http://www.jaycar.com.au/products_uploaded/productLarge_13843.jpg)
same, but with cig lighter end already on
http://www.jaycar.com.au/productView.asp?ID=PP1996&keywords=cigarette+plug&form=KEYWORD
(http://www.jaycar.com.au/products_uploaded/productLarge_5889.jpg)
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If you know how to solder, then all you need is a cig plug, a length of wire and a plug that suits your TV. Otherwise the premade jobs are the go. Just checked your links, for $9 I'd probably buy the premade job.
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i might actually get the top one, and have it so that it's permanently wired into the hawk. that way it's not taking up a cig lighter socket (or as much room in the cupboard).
Is the fact that it's unregulated (and therefore going to be supplying >12v) likely to cause issues?
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Is the fact that it's unregulated (and therefore going to be supplying >12v) likely to cause issues?
Depends on the device, if you have your charger on whilst watching TV you'll probably be pumping 13.7V into it. If you want to do it properly get one of these http://dicksmith.com.au/product/M9889/car-power-dc-adaptor-1-5-12vdc-1-5a although it is only 1.5A so may not have enough juice.
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I have a TV tuner in my lappie. Plug in the coaxial cable and Bob was my uncle (then he got hit by a truck and died ... but he's still my uncle). Never even thought to use it. I guess I'd have to have the co-ax attached to something ...
Put in another vote for the bush TV ... I video a nice campfire crackling, frogs chirrupping, creepy loons looning, with my camera ... load it onto the lappie ... and when it's raining ... we watch that ... or play Micro Connect 4 (it's gotta be the smallest connect for on the planet) or do the horizontal waltz (I'm allowed to say that??).
Kit_e
Kit_e... Naughty Girl.. :o
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... or play Micro Connect 4 (it's gotta be the smallest connect for on the planet) or do the horizontal waltz (I'm allowed to say that??).
given the "horizontal waltz" comment, i'm now trying to work out what the hell "micro connect 4" is - my mind is now boggling..
EDIT - speiling
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given the "horizontal waltz" comment, i'm now trying to work out what the hell "micro connect 4" is - my mind is now boggling..
EDIT - speiling
(http://www.myswag.org/gallery/d/22336-1/Micro+Connect+4+2.jpg)
;D Kit_e
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(http://www.myswag.org/gallery/d/22336-1/Micro+Connect+4+2.jpg)
;D Kit_e
well that's put my mind at ease...
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Hey that's cool...! Where do you get one of those from...?
although the last time I played connect 4 was in Phuket at a street bar in Patong with a 'bar girl'........... ;D
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Hey that's cool...! Where do you get one of those from...?
I got this years ago when I was a kid. It had a strap to hang it around your neck, but it busted ages ago. I've never lost a piece, though it would be easy ... Can't remember exactly where I got it, but you could ask at your local toy or novelty shop.
Thread Hi-Jacking ova!
Kit_e
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Aldi special alert
http://aldi.com.au/au/html/offers/2827_17042.htm?WT.mc_id=2011-02-10-04-26
18.5" (47cm) LED LCD TV with DVD Player ea $ 199
Screen resolution: 1366 x 768
Contrast ratio: 1000:1
Response time: 5ms
Built-in DVD player
PVR record function
2 HDMI inputs
(http://aldi.com.au/au/media/offers/W07_001_VIVID_LCD_TV_PD.jpg)
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Noticed the Aldi special too! I'm going to pick one up as well, but it looks like it won't be on special till this time next week.
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TV when camping ??? ??? ??? ??? ??? ??? ??? ??? ??? ??? ??? ??? ??? ??? ??? ??? ??? ??? ??? ??? ??? ??? ??? ??? ??? ??? ??? ??? ??? ??? ??? ??? ??? ???
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That looks the one that we got from Aldi a few years back. We use it in the bar when where not camping. Plays DVDs well and movies off USB
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Might be more of interest to watch the " Down Home 2 Step " that Kit e enjoys so much :worthles:
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Tv and camping = sad ??? WTF
Typing this whilst camping, whilst being forced to overhear some idiots tv on the next camp!! :-[
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Tv and camping = sad ??? WTF
Typing this whilst camping
Why is TV + camping = sad and Internet + camping = not sad?
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I'M WITH 73BUBBA AND AND POMMIEDIC
THIS IS THE ONLY BUSH TV TO WATCH
(http://i1181.photobucket.com/albums/x429/jackbparsons/IMG_0736.jpg)
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Kids + Rain = TV
Kids + (Mum & Dad want a lie in) = TV
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Why is TV + camping = sad and Internet + camping = not sad?
i was thinking the same? No one twisting your arm to read this thread? Camp fire is great when they're allowed. Tv good to catch up on some news or watch a game of sport.
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i was thinking the same? No one twisting your arm to read this thread? Camp fire is great when they're allowed. Tv good to catch up on some news or watch a game of sport.
And no one is twisting your arm to read and respond to anyone elses opinion on this thread ??? ;)
Each to their own but my idea of camping is to leave behind as much of the crap that you dont really need from the material world behind and get back to the basics. We take portable DVD players for the kids for wet weather and bed time but otherwise we encourage them to go exploring and find some natural entertainment, we sometimes take the laptop to keep up with the news, check weather reports, investgate potential destinations etc, but not usually for general entertainment. Time spent when camping is a fantastic time to bond with your family and friends without the distractions of the material world and our country has way too much to offer to waste time watching TV when your'e out amongst it. ???
But thats just the way I see it ;D :cheers:
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and that's what makes the world go around, eveybody is different and tolerance is a virtue.
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And no one is twisting your arm to read and respond to anyone elses opinion on this thread ??? ;)
Each to their own but my idea of camping is to leave behind as much of the crap that you dont really need from the material world behind and get back to the basics. We take portable DVD players for the kids for wet weather and bed time but otherwise we encourage them to go exploring and find some natural entertainment, we sometimes take the laptop to keep up with the news, check weather reports, investgate potential destinations etc, but not usually for general entertainment. Time spent when camping is a fantastic time to bond with your family and friends without the distractions of the material world and our country has way too much to offer to waste time watching TV when your'e out amongst it. ???
But thats just the way I see it ;D :cheers:
Fair enough, everyone is entitled to their opinion though me personally, I don't see much differentiation between having portable DVD players or having TV. They are basically the same. What is important is how and when you use them. Watching a movie is no different to the rubbish on TV. We take ours primarily for bad weather to entertain the kids but again, each to their own.....Anything is moderation is fine IMO.... ;D
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Fair enough, everyone is entitled to their opinion though me personally, I don't see much differentiation between having portable DVD players or having TV. They are basically the same. What is important is how and when you use them. Watching a movie is no different to the rubbish on TV. We take ours primarily for bad weather to entertain the kids but again, each to their own.....Anything is moderation is fine IMO.... ;D
I agree with you Teabag :cheers:
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Last sept school holidays we were camping with a big group of friends at inskip point who were all footy fans, during the day we would explore and fish, and come night time on the weekend we had the keg fire burning over looking hook point(fraser island) 8) , in the back ground we had a tele showing all the finals footy (go the tigers) other campers around us had there radio's on in there 4wd's. To me this was great fun and for these times I think a tele when camping it great.
cheers Ryan :cheers:
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I used to think I would never take a TV camping and, even though we have one now, on many occasions ours wouldn't leave the box. But touring in a camper trailer is more than just camping. Many times we go places for other activities and may stay in a caravan park where camp fires are not allowed and being able to kick back and watch a DVD or catch up on the news is just as relaxing. On long outback trips, when we get to civilization after days of isolation, the TV is a welcome distraction. If its raining, the TV is just one way we keep ourselves entertained. And lets face it...curling up together in bed with a bowl of popcorn and a good movie is just as much fun away as it is at home...!
Whether its a TV, DVD, car stereo, iPod or laptop, we all have succumb to technology and I'd bet we all have at least one form of media entertainment when we go cmping, especially those with kids.
If you used the TV every time you went away, then I agree that's not a good thing, but having one that gets used occasionally and that can be run off 12v is ideal for campers trailer owners. I think that was the point of this thread.
:cheers:
Darcy
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It comes down to be prepaired . We pack up all the stuff to get us there , feed us . retreive us , keep us going . How many have got am Am/Fm/CD in the truck & or the CT . You dont have to use it but it could be handy . :cheers:
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HI ALL Yeah Mr,s Tinkera says at our age when were camped by ourselves there is only so much you have to talk about at night so yeah a good DVD or TV is all good any way who cares what you do while your camping as long as you don.t annoy anyone around you. TINKERA.
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I am looking at putting a TV in our CT, it's nice to have if the weather turns to crap.
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Try not to watch TV while camping and usually to much else to do anyway. It could be handy on occasion though to watch the big games etc. I'm thinking of buying a tuner for the IPAD but these WIFI ones look better and others could tune in with their android phones and pads. Anyone tried one of these out? I imagine you would need a strong signal so not much good for bush camping I suppose.
Tivizen DVB-T WiFi Receiver review (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NcfzriQigKE#ws)
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I am a little sad that people feel the need to come onto this thread to say 'Your doing it wrong' it's not what this topic is about and it's not helpful.
Some of us camp with TVs, some of us don't. But we all do what works for us.
Other campers have gadgets I wouldn't dream of using, and as long as they don't harrass me with that gadget then I'm not going to judge them on their choice to have one.
Don't turn myswag into a place where you are judged rather than supported, there are enough of those sites around already.
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I picked up one of the Aldi 12v TV/DVD combos (can't recall the brand) a few months back when they were on special ($95.00).
It works great and runs for 3 hours on full charged battery until requires re-charge or can run it continuously hooked up to 12v.
I haven't worried about an antennae as I got it in case the weather turns nasty while camping so can watch DVD's
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We've been through this question as well. After buying a Rankarena 20 inch 12 volt/240 volt flat screen T.V. and powered antenae for our Cub camper, discovered the volume of T.V. annoyed nearby campers. (canvas walls are pretty thin and don't stop much)
I also found the messy job of laying cables, pluggin in stuff everywhere, mounting the antenae then trying to tune in the free to air channels only to discover recption was lousey or non existant, or only one channel available (channel 2) simply was not worth the trouble of lugging all that gear around.
Besides, don't we leave home to get away from all that stuff ?
If you want to find out the weathet tune the car radio to ABC. And if it rains, you can play solitaire with a real old fashioned deck of cards, better yet, get out your new fangled reader and read a book.
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I find it rather interesting /amusing that we are all putting our 2cents in regarding TV's while camping and how it is absurd to take a TV camping, yet I have no doubt that all of us have spent plenty of $$ on expensive campers, 12v systems, fridges, LED lights, reclining chairs, HWS, kitchens, and whatever else there is out there in order to enjoy the outdoors in comfort? How is a TV any different........
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I find it rather interesting /amusing that we are all putting our 2cents in regarding TV's while camping and how it is absurd to take a TV camping, yet I have no doubt that all of us have spent plenty of $$ on expensive campers, 12v systems, fridges, LED lights, reclining chairs, HWS, kitchens, and whatever else there is out there in order to enjoy the outdoors in comfort? How is a TV any different........
What I find amusing is that the original post was asking for opinions on type of tv, and the power usage of said units. As far as I can tell it was not asking whether tv's were relevant to camping, nor was it intended to start a debate. And yet so many just have to weigh in with the usual high & mighty attitude. You are dead right, how many comments have suggested "If you wanted the weather turn on the radio"? How is listening to the radio any different? It's still using a piece of electronic equipment to enhance your holiday. When I was growing up camping on the west side of Fraser Island my father had a series 2A land rover, and radios weren't an option in them.
For the record I have a 12v Kogan 24inch tv/DVD and it is just gold for keeping the kids occupied during storms & food preparation.
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Yeah spot on nbd.....
In response to the question I just ordered a 22inch Kogan DVD combo 12v unit.
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I've just ordered 2 of the 32" led tv from Kogan as well. The fact they made a tv that size and runs on 12v was great.
I did a lot of research on quality which is still a question mark.
I'd love to know what amps they draw bu for the price hopefully the are ok. If anyone has the, wha do u think.
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They have very tinny speakers to keep power use down, and they also totally turn off the DVD section when u switch to another input, once again to conserve power. Mine has started making a whirring noise when using the DVD aspect, but it still works. Had it 2 yrs, figure for just over $200 I can't complain too much (same model was on sale recently for $169). Better than $600+ being asked for 12v tv's at RV stores, possibly up there with expo 88 as the all time rip off venues. (Oops, sidetracked!)
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Happy with my Kogan 16 inch 12 volt telly. It doubles as a second PC monitor when its not with us camping.
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I've just ordered 2 of the 32" led tv from Kogan as well. The fact they made a tv that size and runs on 12v was great.
I did a lot of research on quality which is still a question mark.
I'd love to know what amps they draw bu for the price hopefully the are ok. If anyone has the, wha do u think.
does it operate on both 12 v and 240 v ??
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Yes, the power for 240 goes into a 12 volt transformer then into the telly
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Actually with these particular LED TV's, they supply a direct 12V cig socket cable. It's not a transformer. I believe they do step down on 240v, but one of the things that attracted to this particular model is it runs directly from a Cig socket. Which is quite nice.
Only time will tell, apparently delivery late next week. Will be interesting, as they are a smart TV also.. I'll provide a report/amp usage once i receive and can test them
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Try not to watch TV while camping and usually to much else to do anyway. It could be handy on occasion though to watch the big games etc. I'm thinking of buying a tuner for the IPAD but these WIFI ones look better and others could tune in with their android phones and pads. Anyone tried one of these out? I imagine you would need a strong signal so not much good for bush camping I suppose.
Tivizen DVB-T WiFi Receiver review (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NcfzriQigKE#ws)
I like that. I wonder if it has an external antenna point. If not it would be fairly limited to cities as digital is more of a work or not. Unlike analog where you may get a few lines across the screen.
Cheers
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Actually with these particular LED TV's, they supply a direct 12V cig socket cable. It's not a transformer. I believe they do step down on 240v, but one of the things that attracted to this particular model is it runs directly from a Cig socket. Which is quite nice.
Only time will tell, apparently delivery late next week. Will be interesting, as they are a smart TV also.. I'll provide a report/amp usage once i receive and can test them
Do they come with the option for an external antenna?
Just been having a look around and this one has an external antenna. Not quite as small but has dual tuners so you can watch two different channels
http://www.pctvsystems.com/Products/ProductsEuropeAsia/DVBTT2products/PCTVBroadwayTD/tabid/259/language/en-GB/Default.aspx (http://www.pctvsystems.com/Products/ProductsEuropeAsia/DVBTT2products/PCTVBroadwayTD/tabid/259/language/en-GB/Default.aspx)
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Actually with these particular LED TV's, they supply a direct 12V cig socket cable. It's not a transformer. I believe they do step down on 240v, but one of the things that attracted to this particular model is it runs directly from a Cig socket. Which is quite nice.
Only time will tell, apparently delivery late next week. Will be interesting, as they are a smart TV also.. I'll provide a report/amp usage once i receive and can test them
Hello Firefox, the 12 volt cable with cigarette plug for the Kogan is a separate item that doesn't ship with the TV out of the box. You have to buy it separately.
Cheers, Marschy
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yeah i know, i ordered 2 of them, though thanks for the heads up. I plan on cutting them anyhow and integrating the connections directly into the wiring.. As the tv's are going to be fixed mounted onto the walls with brackets..
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No problem, I made my own with cable I had left over and some plugs from jaycar.