Outdoor TV Recommendations

[fun ticket]

House is about finished and looking for input on a decent outdoor tv. I dont want to spend a ton of money since it is outdoors and will most likely require periodic replacement anyway.

It will be under a covered lani
Florida - heat and humidity
I'm thinking in the 40-50" range but not sure
Smart tv would be great not really a necessity; it will be more for watching football. I'll watch movies, etc, inside.

Want to keep it in the $500 - $700 range if that is possible.

[jaye944]

I'm thinking a few things, no TV is going to be covered under guarantee under thoes conditions (officially)

MAYBE a better way is to have a white screen and use a good quality projector, hooked up to a laptop

[jaye944]

I was talking to someone who recently was holding a movie party outside, in her back yard, for the neighborhood kids, that's how she did it

[yeung330xi]

Do you have an older TV inside your house that you could use outside? and just upgrade your inside TV?

[detroitm2]

Originally Posted by fun ticket

House is about finished and looking for input on a decent outdoor tv. I dont want to spend a ton of money since it is outdoors and will most likely require periodic replacement anyway.

It will be under a covered lani
Florida - heat and humidity
I'm thinking in the 40-50" range but not sure
Smart tv would be great not really a necessity; it will be more for watching football. I'll watch movies, etc, inside.

Want to keep it in the $500 - $700 range if that is possible.

Probably out of your budget range, but you could get basically any TV and put it in one of these:

https://www.thetvshield.com/

Should keep it nice and dry.

[KenB925]

TVs are so cheap these days I just went with a regular samsung smart tv. I have a 'bag' cover for it, that I have not used yet.

The only downside of using a 'regular' tv is the glare, it can be pretty bad, the mount I have is motorized so I can adjust is as necessary.

[upstatedoc]

your man space is legit

[Matt@EuroJerks]

Originally Posted by upstatedoc

your man space is legit

You should see his cooking...

[KenB925]

Originally Posted by upstatedoc

your man space is legit

Originally Posted by Matt@EuroJerks

You should see his cooking...

Thanks, I appreciate it.

[King Rudi]

Sunbrite TV's are where it's at. About double the amount that you wanted to spend though. Completely sealed, weather proof and way brighter than indoor tv's to combat glare.

[Red Bread]

My sister has a 50ish inch tv outside in Austin and it's covered, but still pretty exposed to rain gusts. But they just have a regular tv and it's held up for years. Skip the special outdoor one and just get something cheap.

[Chihuahua]

Originally Posted by fun ticket

House is about finished and looking for input on a decent outdoor tv. I dont want to spend a ton of money since it is outdoors and will most likely require periodic replacement anyway.

It will be under a covered lani
Florida - heat and humidity
I'm thinking in the 40-50" range but not sure
Smart tv would be great not really a necessity; it will be more for watching football. I'll watch movies, etc, inside.

Want to keep it in the $500 - $700 range if that is possible.

Go cheap. I had a 32" Vizio under my covered patio that I got a little over 4 years out of before it started to bite the dust. I am also in Florida, Pinellas to be precise. You won't need to spend anywhere near 500-700 to get a decent TV for what youre going to use it for. Good luck!

[Clark_Kent]

Originally Posted by Not_Judy

Sunbrite TV's are where it's at. About double the amount that you wanted to spend though. Completely sealed, weather proof and way brighter than indoor tv's to combat glare.

+1. Was about to recommend this. These televisions are designed specifically for OP’s intended use.

[RickFLM4]

Also suggest going cheap and thinking carefully about placement. Even under cover glare can be an issue. Outdoor TVs won't last long in FL - humidity kills everything. If you can find something easily moveable indoors for summer months, that might be ideal. I had one for a while and when it died I just got rid of it.

[Dog Face Pony Soldier]

Sunbrite is the big name in all-weather displays. Another name is Seura... These are probably comparable to Sunbrite performance, but they have a nicer build quality. The case is more aesthetically appealing, and they incorporate a small weatherproof storage compartment to hide the HDMI extender (aka: balun) that is usually used in outdoor installs.

Because of the significant price distance between a true all-weather display, and a cheap indoor TV... This comparison comes up all the time.

1. In this area (Metro NY) you're DEFINITELY going to have to bring the indoor tv inside during the winter if you expect it to turn on in the spring. A true outdoor display can stay outside year round.

2. Another big advantage for outdoor displays is they are much brighter. This makes them more viewable in bright conditions. This is why the waterproof cases or treatments for an indoor TV are usually a big fail.

3. Keep in mind you probably want a true outdoor mount. I've seen some ugly rust stains that had to be tended to because the homeowner decided he didn't want to pony up for a proper outdoor mount.

In summation.... if you're going to only watch the display at night; are willing to take it in every winter; have an eve or something protecting the display from direct moisture; and are ok with replacing the TV every couple years... you might be able to get away with an indoor TV outside. Otherwise stop trying to half step the situation and invest in a proper all-weather display.

[mkoesel]

This would probably be at least double (and probably triple or more) your budget, but it looks like it would survive a hurricane:

https://panasonic.net/cns/prodisplays/products/47lfx60/

[Dog Face Pony Soldier]

Originally Posted by mkoesel

This would probably be at least double (and probably triple or more) your budget, but it looks like it would survive a hurricane:

https://panasonic.net/cns/prodisplays/products/47lfx60/

That would definitely do the job. The main issue here is because it's a commercial display it will likely cost more than even a residential all-weather display like a Sunbrite or Seura.

If you're wondering what the commercial display provides over a residential all-weather display... First is the capability to run 24/7. These are usually used for digital signage, so they are often tasked with continuous use. The other is impact resistance. A commercial display is expected to survive much more harsh conditions in regards to impacts than a residential display.

Keep in mind the commercial displays have... a commercial look to them. Something like a Seura has a more-attractive case design. Also- the Seura has that little weatherproof storage compartment that a commercial display wouldn't incorporate. This compartment is really a great value add. You can either store your HDMI extender, or a streaming box like an Apple TV in this compartment.

Last thing.. that commercial unit isn't a 4K display. If you try and share a signal between this 1080p display and a 4K display (say with an HDMI splitter), the signal will be downgraded to the highest common resolution. In other words... If you try and share a source between a 1080p display with a 4K display, both will only receive a 1080p signal. Probably not an issue if you're only watching cable, but something to be aware of since 4K is quickly becoming the norm for a lot of content.

[Red Bread]

Wait. Where is 4K common content? I think I've seen four or five movies in 4K. Between Apple and Netflix, there just isn't much and let's not even start with uVerse.

[Dog Face Pony Soldier]

Originally Posted by Red Bread

Wait. Where is 4K common content? I think I've seen four or five movies in 4K. Between Apple and Netflix, there just isn't much and let's not even start with uVerse.

Answer: Streaming services like Amazon, iTunes, Netflix, Vudu, YouTube, etc.. Also gaming consoles.

UHD Blu-ray Disc is a definite option for those seeking the best audio and video quality. Here is the site I use to hunt for UHD (4K) Blu-ray Disc deals:

https://www.blu-ray.com/deals/?sortb...egory=4kbluray

Personally- between iTunes movies, and UHD Blu-ray Discs I have a good sized 4k/HDR movie library. That doesn't even encompass the number of 4K series/shows like Amazon and others provide.

[Red Bread]

I guess my tipping point for calling something the norm and yours are a bit separated.

[fun ticket]

Appreciate all the replies, I just want a TV to watch football. I think I will go cheap. If it tanks later and I find the experience crappy then I may consider a more expensive option.

[lsturbointeg]

maybe a pain but just bring the tv back inside after each use.