LCD install - 280 SS

[charlg]

After my 3 year old decided to load the vcr with everything other than a vcr tape, I needed a new tv. At first I thought it would be easy to replace the unit, but they are hard to find and I would still need to get a dtv converter. Then I looked at the 110v lcds (with the brick), but did not see any at Best Buy. So, I looked at the 12 tvs.

Even though I did not get any responses about the Skyworth brand, I decided to go with them and got a 15.6" / 12v / lcd w/dvd.

I used a typical small tv swing mount and bolted it to the upper board inside the tv cabinet. There were 1 1/2" screws holding the board on, so I used 1 1/2" lags. However, since the mount was so high, I had to reverse the mount on the back of the tv. That lowered the install to where I wanted it. The tv fit nicely on the outside of the cabinet (not too big) and can swing the tv out and use the cabinet for storage. There was a gap of about 4" on top. I cut a peice of the sliding door (which I had removed) and tacked it in place.

After the mount, it was plug and play.

The pictures are from my phone and not too good.

 

[Daniel P Thomas]

Nice install.
I installed a 22" LCD last weekend and will post up pictures after this weekend finishing touches.
I wired mine to the new Stereo/Radio wit a 3.5 mm jack to play through the Audio system on the boat.
What a difference!

Dan

 

[Lazy Daze]

Good thinking with the sliding door - looks really nice.

 

[IronMan]

I used a typical small tv swing mount and bolted it to the upper board inside the tv cabinet.

How does this mount work out while underway? I have always been concerned that the TV would be moving around or that the mount would fail under the stress.

 

[chuck1]

Charlie,
Great looking install. Where is the DVD? If it is built in that one sweet setup. Now I just have to get my 2x0SS (Grin)

 

[charlg]

How does this mount work out while underway? I have always been concerned that the TV would be moving around or that the mount would fail under the stress.

It worked well through moderate seas. But I did go airborn and the tv swung out. So, now I have to look at a method to secure it a little better. I was thinking of using either velcro or a snap system.

 

[charlg]

Charlie,
Great looking install. Where is the DVD? If it is built in that one sweet setup. Now I just have to get my 2x0SS (Grin)

The dvd is built in. I can also get some tv stations now too.

When you get your SS, I'm sure you'll load it with great options!!

 

[arcticspud]

anyway you could post or send me some detailed photos?

Thanks

After my 3 year old decided to load the vcr with everything other than a vcr tape, I needed a new tv. At first I thought it would be easy to replace the unit, but they are hard to find and I would still need to get a dtv converter. Then I looked at the 110v lcds (with the brick), but did not see any at Best Buy. So, I looked at the 12 tvs.

Even though I did not get any responses about the Skyworth brand, I decided to go with them and got a 15.6" / 12v / lcd w/dvd.

I used a typical small tv swing mount and bolted it to the upper board inside the tv cabinet. There were 1 1/2" screws holding the board on, so I used 1 1/2" lags. However, since the mount was so high, I had to reverse the mount on the back of the tv. That lowered the install to where I wanted it. The tv fit nicely on the outside of the cabinet (not too big) and can swing the tv out and use the cabinet for storage. There was a gap of about 4" on top. I cut a peice of the sliding door (which I had removed) and tacked it in place.

After the mount, it was plug and play.

The pictures are from my phone and not too good.