Temps going back down into the 20's tonight. At what point do I have to worry about the TV in the new to us TT getting damaged from the cold?

It almost depends on the manufacturer. I know the Jensen TV that I have in my trailer is shockproof and cold proof so I never worry about my own stuff.I'd think you'd probably be fine leaving it where it is, no matter what mfg makes your unit. In sub zero temps, the TV is probably fine. I haven't read any horror stories about people losing their TV's on RV.net yet!WoodGlue

We have never removed our flatpanel tvs and they have been through -25 degree temps with no ill effects noted. Of course we don't ever turn them on unless temps are within manufacturer's operating range specs. Nothing wrong with bringing them inside either as everyone should do what they feel is best for their situation, but most dealers in cold country don't remove every tv from every RV on their lot as it would consume too much time and space.

From Samsung FAQ web site:Samsung LCD TVs can operate safely in rooms or areas in which temperatures range from 50° F to 104° F (10° C to 40° C). Temperatures outside the listed range will negatively affect the operation of your LCD TV. Samsung LCD TVs can be stored unused at temperatures ranging from -4° to 113° Fahrenheit (-20° to 45° Centigrade). Storing your LCD TV at temperatures outside this range can damage your TV.From Phillips FAQ web site:Operating:Temperature: 5 to 40 degrees Celsius (41 to 104 degrees Fahrenheit) Humidity Levels: 10% to 70% (Non-Condensing) Storage: Temperature: -15 to 50 degrees Celsius (5 to 122 degrees Fahrenheit) Humidity Levels: 10% to 70% (Non-Condensing)

Guess I won't worry about a measly 19* or 20* F then. :B Thanks

There is no temperature too low for storage of LCD panels period.Don't worry about it.There is a common myth out there about this.

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sch911
Explorer
Feb 08, 2014
Kiwi_too wrote:
Do not try to turn on an LCD when it is frozen.

Wrong! LCD panels cannot freeze! And there are hundreds of thousands in automobiles that operate just fine when "frozen" as you would say. It was -2F last night where I live, yet somehow the 8" LCD panel in my Ram worked just fine when it was soaked all night in the cold. Please don't feed the myth....
AllegroD
Nomad
Feb 08, 2014
sch911 wrote:
Kiwi_too wrote:
Do not try to turn on an LCD when it is frozen.

Wrong! LCD panels cannot freeze! And there are hundreds of thousands in automobiles that operate just fine when "frozen" as you would say. It was -2F last night where I live, yet somehow the 8" LCD panel in my Ram worked just fine when it was soaked all night in the cold. Please don't feed the myth....

It is not about the LED. It is about moisture on electronic components that drive the LED. Not all LED monitors are made to automotive standards.

From a Vizio 32" Manual wrote:
When moving your TV from an area of low temperature to an area of high temperature, condensation may form in the housing. Wait before turning on your TV to avoid causing fire, electric shock, or component damage.

I will warm up my MH first.
Sinnettc
Explorer
Feb 08, 2014
Me too.
sue_t
Explorer
Feb 10, 2014
SCVJeff wrote:
Dont forget that these things make it to market from Nome to Phoenix, winter or summer in uninsulated freight trucks.

Nome by freight truck? When did they put a road into Nome?:h
SCVJeff
Explorer
Feb 10, 2014
sue.t wrote:
SCVJeff wrote:
Dont forget that these things make it to market from Nome to Phoenix, winter or summer in uninsulated freight trucks.

Nome by freight truck? When did they put a road into Nome?:h
Do you see a ship dropping off merchandise at the stores direct now?

You KNOW what I meant...

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