R_Willis Posted January 11 Share Posted January 11 Doesn't need to be true outdoor as it is under roof and always under cover when not in use. Looking to spend 750-1250. Looking at 55-65". Need something that does decent with reflections/sun. Currently considering Samsung QN90 series after this article. https://www.rtings.com/tv/reviews/best/by-usage/outdoor Thanks! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cnicholson Posted January 11 Share Posted January 11 I bought a "SAMSUNG 75-Inch Class Crystal UHD AU8000 Series" for about $950 (looks like the 65" version is $750). Works well for me and brightness is "good enough" during the day and more than good enough in evening. I looked at same article you posted and decided to go (relatively) cheap on the theory that outdoor TV's are kind of disposable. If I get three years out of it, I'll be happy. So why pay 2X for a really good one (or 6X for official outdoor one)? Just bank the savings and replace when needed. I don't want to cry too hard if I forget to cover it and rain kills it. Anyway, that was my logic. If this is a primary viewing location for you, your math may be different. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kaas Mayer Posted January 11 Share Posted January 11 24 minutes ago, cnicholson said: So why pay 2X for a really good one (or 6X for official outdoor one)? Just bank the savings and replace when needed. I don't want to cry too hard if I forget to cover it and rain kills it. because your 950 bucks tv only delivers 350-450nits. And that makes the difference. Good outdoor tvs deliver about 4.000nits and do not have reflections. so there is huuuuge difference. not only in price. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
turls Posted January 11 Share Posted January 11 Since this topic came up--I had an integrator tell me that if you have an issue with a TV that is not outdoor rated, and there is a loss, insurance might not cover it. Has anybody heard that before? I trust the guy to not be blowing smoke about that, but not enough that I am that worried about a TV catching fire. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
turls Posted January 11 Share Posted January 11 Also, what's the latest on HDMI extenders for outdoor use? I am probably within a year or two of replacing my video matrix. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RAV Posted January 11 Share Posted January 11 45 minutes ago, turls said: Since this topic came up--I had an integrator tell me that if you have an issue with a TV that is not outdoor rated, and there is a loss, insurance might not cover it. Has anybody heard that before? First part of the TVs manual - "For Indoor Use Only" Say a bug infests through the vents of the TV, makes a nest, catches fire. Totally realistic possibility. Insurance company determines the cause of the fire, well, you installed an electronic device against manufacturers recommendations, so sorry for your losses. And lets consider electrical shock, another possibility in the elements. Indoor TV's power cables don't typically have an earth ground, while outdoors that I've done do use a 3 prong typically IEC cord. It's not just about the longevity of the TV, or it's brightness. But, hey, you saved a few dollars. turls 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lippavisual Posted January 11 Share Posted January 11 Penny wise, pound foolish. As an integrator, we do not install indoor TVs outside just for liability. So that should tell you something. Now if you want to also get an outdoor enclosure so that you can buy a cheaper TV, then do that. But it’s certainly easier just buying the outdoor Tv. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
turls Posted January 12 Share Posted January 12 19 hours ago, RAV said: First part of the TVs manual - "For Indoor Use Only" Fair enough. Now how do I handle the HDMI extender? No real point in having one been outdoor rated and the other not being outdoor rated. Would prefer to avoid a full TV enclosure. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lippavisual Posted January 12 Share Posted January 12 Well outdoor TV’s typically have a compartment to store said extenders and also covers the inputs. Without some sort of enclosure, extenders and even the TV inputs may not last too long outdoors. turls 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RAV Posted January 12 Share Posted January 12 Has a door with a gasket, others are similar. turls 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cnicholson Posted January 12 Share Posted January 12 23 hours ago, Kaas Mayer said: because your 950 bucks tv only delivers 350-450nits. And that makes the difference. Totally agree. As I reported, it is "good enough" for me in an infrequently used location. YMMV. As for fire risk mentioned by others, I see the theoretical risk, and maybe a CRT tube TV might have parts that can start a fire, but I kinda doubt this has ever happened with a flat screen TV. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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