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12v Televisions for Caravans, Motorhomes and Yachts

12v Televisions for Caravans, Motorhomes and Yachts



One of the most important caravan accessory you will need when you own a touring caravan or motorhome is a 12v TV. We have tried several different manufacturers over the years but have come to the decision that the best quality 12v televisions are manufactured by Avtex. Avtex 12v TVs are better quality, more robustly made, have higher quality screens and are more popular with the caravanning community than almost every other 12v television.


Why do you need a 12v television?



12v televisions are made to operate efficiently and safely on your caravans 12v leisure battery. They are designed to use ultra low power consumption and so do away with the need of an inverter which can be large and unsightly.

When you are touring around in your caravan you will need to retune your TV at every stop. Many 12v TV's have an easy tune function,
but having used the Avtex Quick Tune button it is easy, even for those of us that do not understand technology, to retune the television at every stop easily.

Where can I use my 12v TV?



You could actually use it at home in the kitchen or garage, but the best use of any 12v television is in you caravan or motorhome. Boaters an truckers can also find these televisions very effective in their travels. 12v televisions have been designed to be used off a 12v battery or plugged into the mains so are adaptable.

What do I get with my Avtex 12v television?



Avtex television are designed for the outdoor leisure industry, are designed to operate on 12/24v DC and have an on screen low voltage alert to let you know if your battery is running low.

The Avtex Quick Tune, the one button tuning system makes touring around and watching your favourite programs easy.

Avtex television are designed for touring. They are built to put up with the movement of the caravan, motorhome or yacht, cope with changes in humidity and vibration.

Highest quality screens. YOu can choose from LCD or LED screens from 10" to 18". A popular size is the 16". Look at the Avtex W164DRS 16" TV/DVD/HD/CD or the Manta 15" LED TV or if you prefer a larger screen look at Avtex L185DRS 18" TV/DVD/HD/CD

The televisions can be powered by 12v or 24v so you can still use them when you choose a site with no electric hook ups.

A lot of the 12v televisions have a DVD player so you can watch your favourite films whilst on holiday.

In conclusion, whilst on holiday you want everything to be without stress and to be in the position to relax in the way you prefer. If your form of relaxation is watching the television make sure you purchase one of good quality that will last you for several years without any problems.