| What's the optimal size for a flatscreen tv in a GMC? [message #237005] |
Wed, 22 January 2014 11:59  |
rcjordan
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I know the answers will vary greatly by user, but I'm stuck trying to decide between 15"(seems too small) and 24"(lot of space for something I'm not sure we'll use). I'm thinking mostly with regard to the side-bath Birchaven as that seems the most constraining. What say ye, Oh Great GMC Hive Mind?
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| Re: [GMCnet] What's the optimal size for a flatscreen tv in a GMC? [message #237006 is a reply to message #237005] |
Wed, 22 January 2014 12:03  |
Jeff Marten
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A 42" that drops down just behind the cockpit?
I think mine has a 16" in the rear dinette/bed area. A 19"-20" would prob be a good size for the front area.
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> I know the answers will vary greatly by user, but I'm stuck trying to decide between 15"(seems too small) and 24"(lot of space for something I'm not sure we'll use). I'm thinking mostly with regard to the side-bath Birchaven as that seems the most constraining. What say ye, Oh Great GMC Hive Mind?
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| Re: [GMCnet] What's the optimal size for a flatscreen tv in a GMC? [message #237011 is a reply to message #237005] |
Wed, 22 January 2014 12:24 |
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I put a 32" led on the wall where the bar unit used to be to the left of the entry door of my 77 royale. About the biggest that would fit. The upper bar portion was removed and discarded leaving the lower cabinet w drawers.
Todd Sullivan
Sully
77 royale
Seattle
> On Jan 22, 2014, at 9:59 AM, RC Jordan <rc@rcjordan.com> wrote:
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> I know the answers will vary greatly by user, but I'm stuck trying to decide between 15"(seems too small) and 24"(lot of space for something I'm not sure we'll use). I'm thinking mostly with regard to the side-bath Birchaven as that seems the most constraining. What say ye, Oh Great GMC Hive Mind?
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| Re: [GMCnet] What's the optimal size for a flatscreen tv in a GMC? [message #237012 is a reply to message #237008] |
Wed, 22 January 2014 12:26 |
Jeff Marten
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It may be cheaper and more useable to source a mid-size pure sine wave inverter (300-400 continuous watts). The 16" LCD TV I use for the boat runs on less than 20watts, has a 27watt startup. I chose the Wagan 400/800watt because it is pretty small (7"x2.5"x4.2") and space is a premium on the boat as well as in the GMC. $116 at Amazon.
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> I would go with a 22" that is 12 volt dc direct .
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> 78 Royale rear bath
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> >> I know the answers will vary greatly by user, but I'm stuck trying to decide between 15"(seems too small) and 24"(lot of space for something I'm not sure we'll use). I'm thinking mostly with regard to the side-bath Birchaven as that seems the most constraining. What say ye, Oh Great GMC Hive Mind?
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| Re: [GMCnet] What's the optimal size for a flatscreen tv in a GMC? [message #237013 is a reply to message #237008] |
Wed, 22 January 2014 12:28 |
James Hupy
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I have had a free standing flat screen in my coach for several years.
Mostly it is in the way. Pretty much all of the time that we use our coach
we are at a rally somewhere, and find live entertainment (people) are far
more interesting. But that is just us and our preference. I took the
Winegard batwing antenna off the roof and made an aluminum panel to cover
the hole in the roof using the original holes. Used closed end "pop" rivets
and 5200 3M sealant. No leaks there now, and there was before I fixed it. I
do have coaxial cable connectors through the outer skin if I ever do decide
to watch TV. Never even turned it on in 7000 + mile trip across Canada,
But, that is just a personal preference. Your experience may vary. I have
seen flat screens mounted to the panel on your left as you enter the coach
with an articulating mount that pulls out and makes viewing possible from
the front of the coach. Other mounts have been a folding one that stows
against the down side of the upper cabinets directly behind the drivers
seat, that deploys downward and faces the rear or the passenger side of the
coach. Both those mounts utilized 15" flat screens. I guess that how ever
you personally use the coach will eventually dictate where you mount one
and how big is determined by the space available.
Jim Hupy
Salem, OR
78 GMC Royale 403
On Wed, Jan 22, 2014 at 10:11 AM, Nelson Wright <f25ccapt@gmail.com> wrote:
> I would go with a 22" that is 12 volt dc direct .
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> Nelson Wright
> Orlando FL
> 78 Royale rear bath
> 08 Smart towd (30 K mile and no problems)
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> >> I know the answers will vary greatly by user, but I'm stuck trying to
> decide between 15"(seems too small) and 24"(lot of space for something I'm
> not sure we'll use). I'm thinking mostly with regard to the side-bath
> Birchaven as that seems the most constraining. What say ye, Oh Great GMC
> Hive Mind?
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> >> 76 Birchaven Coachmen Side Wet Bath
> >> Elizabeth City, NC
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| Re: What's the optimal size for a flatscreen tv in a GMC? [message #237014 is a reply to message #237005] |
Wed, 22 January 2014 12:43 |
rcjordan
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>Never even turned it on in 7000 + mile trip
I know, based on experience, that this is what will happen. But I also know that my wife *thinks* that TVs are required, still. I don't mind working out the logistics, and sort of like the challenge of patching in new tech with the speaker system already onboard.
Anyway, it might come in handy with a grandkid in tow.
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| Re: What's the optimal size for a flatscreen tv in a GMC? [message #237019 is a reply to message #237015] |
Wed, 22 January 2014 13:47 |
Keith V
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No TV, but I do carry a 13" Laptop.
Camping is the only time I can sit outside and stare off into the distance for hours without getting antsy.
the open bottle of wine may help some too I suppose...
Keith Vasilakes
Mounds View. MN
75 ex Royale GMC
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| Re: What's the optimal size for a flatscreen tv in a GMC? [message #237021 is a reply to message #237005] |
Wed, 22 January 2014 14:24 |
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One of those flip-downs is attached to the ceiling of the Sprinter van I bought. I just don't like the ceiling-mount for some reason ...can't say exactly why.
I actually had this 22" in my cart when I balked and decided to ask GMCnet. I've ordered this
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00BCS0WY8/
with this articulating side-mount bracket
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000ID7QNI/
It'll give me somewhere to start hands-on but it might not be my final solution.
I'm still in the blue-sky stage of how to make this the distribution hub of an RV media center. It seems a shame to not patch it into the existing speaker system or the mech-less radio JimB put in the dash which has usb input.
Unless I get some sort of epiphany, it now seems the easiest to just wire it into that, but bluetooth/raspberry pi and other assorted currently available magic keep swirling around in my head.
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| Re: [GMCnet] What's the optimal size for a flatscreen tv in a GMC? [message #237024 is a reply to message #237020] |
Wed, 22 January 2014 14:46 |
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Trevor,
Your electronic environment is somewhat different than ours, but for here,
I wouldn't consider that Pyle unit. Since it's only a monitor, interfacing
to a receiver of some sort will be necessary. Since its only video input
is "composite", it won't interface directly to any current laptop or tablet
computer, most of which have only micro-HDMI outputs. Cables are enough of
a hassle without having to locate, wire in, and live with an
HDMI-to-composite converter, not to mention that composite is the lowest
resolution interface extant.
JMHO,
Ken H.
Americus, GA
'76 X-Birchaven w/Cad500/Howell EFI & EBL
www.gmcwipersetc.com
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> i am thinking about using one of these
> http://www.pyleaudio.com/sku/plvwr2200
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| Re: What's the optimal size for a flatscreen tv in a GMC? [message #237026 is a reply to message #237005] |
Wed, 22 January 2014 15:18 |
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I am working backward from whatever relatively inexpensive screen had an hdmi port and, secondarily, what accessories comes with it. With hdmi, I can use Chromecast or even a laptop or Raspberry Pi as the media delivery system. With a tuner and dvd as bonus, the one I listed above seemed to be the best to try. But hdmi is the new gotta-have.
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| Re: [GMCnet] What's the optimal size for a flatscreen tv in a GMC? [message #237028 is a reply to message #237027] |
Wed, 22 January 2014 15:20 |
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in my house, not an RV. Sammy
On Wed, Jan 22, 2014 at 3:19 PM, Sammy Williams <bd5av8r@gmail.com> wrote:
> A 48 would be perfect for the front, set it on the table when not using,
> put in a cabinet when not. for the bedroom a 22 would be perfect. and for
> the Xbox 360 in the bath, a 19 would be perfect. (I have a 32 in my
> bath--its perfect for showers. lol)
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> On Wed, Jan 22, 2014 at 3:10 PM, Trevor Pordage <trevor@cadelec.com.au>wrote:
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>> thanks ken
>> i hadnt looked at the specifications only the size
>> i will keep that in mind when i am looking
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| Re: What's the optimal size for a flatscreen tv in a GMC? [message #237030 is a reply to message #237005] |
Wed, 22 January 2014 15:26 |
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>in my house, not an RV
Oh, I'm wired to the max in the house, Sammy. This post coming to you across one of two CAT 6 network cables in the headboard of my bed. No POE, yet, though.
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| Re: [GMCnet] What's the optimal size for a flatscreen tv in a GMC? [message #237032 is a reply to message #237027] |
Wed, 22 January 2014 15:28 |
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I bought a small flatscreen from the Episcopal Church thrift store for $10. Hated to spend the big bucks, but nothing is too good for "Cousin Eddie."
Hooked to the antenna digital reception is free and incredible if you're in a city with a television station.
I haven't mounted it yet but it'll go somewhere up behind the passenger seat.
Stick Miller
'78 Royale - "White Trash" - she left me for another man
'76 Eleganza - "Cousin Eddie" Sold
'84 Bluebird Wanderlodge - "Past Tents"
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