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posted on July 27, 2009 at 10:05AM Inappropriate?
I am looking for a television that I can mount inside my screen porch. We live in the midwest (snow, rain, humidity, hot, below zero) and have wide temparature ranges. The porch is covered and the TV would be protected from direct exposure to rain, snow, and sunlight. However, I am concerned about humidty, condensation, and freezing temperatures. Any suggestions?
replies: 9 latest post: August 10, 2009 at 08:08AM by SHC-KenJ
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posted on July 27, 2009 at 10:44AM
 

That sounds neat, jeckler.  Are you putting it out there to be able to watch it during the warmer months-like a fun movie night in the summer?  Or, just for space issues?

posted on July 27, 2009 at 10:50AM
 

I'm thinking some kind of shallow cabinet to contain the LCD, when not being viewed.

That would reduce a lot of the humidity and condensation issues.

DO get a Protection Agreement on the set.

:)

posted on July 27, 2009 at 10:50AM
 

Night-light sized bulbs, wired inside of the cabinet would keep the internal temperature above freezing, without burning down the cabinet.

posted on July 27, 2009 at 11:01AM
 
In response to JulieK's post from July 27 2009 10:44AM

It's a great space to have coffee in the morning or wind day at the end of the day.  From here we can also keep an eye on the kids while they play in the back yard.  Whenever it's warm enough we sit out there.  It's a great place to hang out.  No, it's not a space issue.  I'd like the TV for entertainment purposes.  Watch the news in the morning or a movie in the evening...

posted on July 27, 2009 at 11:02AM
 
In response to AdamO's post from July 27 2009 10:50AM

I was thinking about a Rubbermaid plastic tote / cabinet.  That migh be better than a decorative wooden version.  However, it won't look very nice.    Will my Protection Agreement cover exposure to the elements?

posted on July 27, 2009 at 11:03AM
 
In response to AdamO's post from July 27 2009 10:50AM

Plasma vs. LCD.  Does temperature effect either?  Will sub zero temperatures damage either style?

posted on July 27, 2009 at 03:50PM
 
In response to jeckler's post from July 27 2009 11:03AM
jeckler said…

Plasma vs. LCD.  Does temperature effect either?  Will sub zero temperatures damage either style?

Cold temperatures will cause almost any LCD display to get sluggish. I notice this when I pull my laptop out of the trunk when it's cold outside. After it warms up to room temperature, it's back to normal. I don't know about plasma.

 

posted on July 27, 2009 at 10:36PM
 

If you can man it, get an Projector. HD ones are dirt cheap and you can get a huge screen. Since you have variable weather you can bring it in and out easily. Very versitile, great quality, and amazing size. I recommend the Mitsubishi HC1600. I have it projecting a 150" screen.

posted on August 10, 2009 at 08:08AM
 

There is a brand of TV's for outdoor use and exposure. SunbriteTv's are nto the least expensive but if you truly looking for a TV to withstand the weather, you may want to consider this brand. Also noticed recommentdation for projector's. There is a new line of blowup screens for protable use from Sima. Sima makes inflatable screens. There is a wide range from just the inflatable screen to outdoor home theater kits but if looking for a projector something to think about to bring the drive in to you.

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