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Jun 05, 2013

How to install RCA jacks for outdoor speakers?

Instead of actually installing speakers which requires cutting, drilling and running wire all over the place, I have a very convenient location to install a couple jacks that I'll use with portable speakers.

I've been unable to find an actual product designed for this. I've thought of a few Disney fabrications, but figured I should ask here first. A gentleman at the local RV store suggested using a couple outdoor coax plates and buying F connectors at Radio Shack. Unless somebody can point me in a different direction, I'm leaning that way.

And just to nip it in the bud, don't try to explain to me the error of my ways, disturbing my neighbors, etc. I'm very respectful that way and rarely have neighbors where I "camp" anyhow.
  • Just mount the above chassis mount RCA connectors in a waterproof box like this.
  • Well, my trailer lives outside 365 days a year where the weather ranges from around 100F to -10F with plenty of snow and ice and rain and whatever else can be dreamed up by mother nature. I just can't see leaving that kind of connection exposed to the elements year round. I don't think you'd find something like that on any RV from the factory either, though I wouldn't be surprised, I guess.
  • caberto wrote:
    You mean like this?

    Dual RCA Jack plate


    I've seen lots of that kind of stuff. Unfortunately it requires a LARGE hole in the side of the trailer, and is not water proof or weather resistant. I know there are outlet covers that might work with it.

    I like the Bluetooth idea, but the BT unit would be inside the aluminum skin of the trailer. Not sure it would perform up to snuff.

    Thanks! Keep 'em coming!
  • Camp, Forrest, Camp! wrote:
    Do you already have the speakers you are using? There are some nice wireless speakers and I just got a Bluetooth speaker that I love.

    I think the RV dealer suggestion makes sense and is easy.


    +1. Bluetooth would be a great way to wirelessly play your mp3 music anywhere. We just picked up a JBL/Harman wireless speaker that's small but sounds great. It's called the Flip. Can work with bluetooth or wired to your mp3 player.
  • Do you already have the speakers you are using? There are some nice wireless speakers and I just got a Bluetooth speaker that I love.

    I think the RV dealer suggestion makes sense and is easy.

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