RV Electronics
In the past few decades, advanced technology has dramatically altered the way we find amusement as we travel the country by RV. From crisper digital RV TVs to decked-out entertainment systems, manufacturers are constantly releasing new RV appliances and RV electronics that make life on the road more comfortable and enjoyable.
Maybe you need to distract fussy children with calming music, or perhaps you just want to catch the big game—whatever your reason, we can help you install and upgrade the most essential RV electronics on your rig. In this tutorial series, we teach you the expert tips and techniques necessary to set up your RV appliances.
With step-by-step walkthroughs from RVing master Dave Solberg, you’ll learn to complete a range of RV electronics installation and improvement projects. He’ll show you how to mount and wire an RV TV satellite, strip wires, convert your RV lights to brighter LEDs and get the most out of your RV TV antenna.
If you’re unsure how to hook up any RV electronics on your rig, we guarantee Dave’s got the answers. Follow along as he shows you the simple tips and techniques you need to install and maintain the electrical RV appliances you rely on to make each trip memorable!
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8:07Making the switch to LED lights can make your RV feel much more open and bright. There are a variety of LED replacement bulbs on the market; therefore, it’s important to research the differences. The more expensive RV LED replacement bulbs are made with an aluminum cage in-between the chips rather than fiberboard. This helps
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5:14Boondocking, or dry camping, is the practice of parking an RV overnight in a spot with no running water or electricity. Boondockers rely on their own supplies they have built up. The benefit of dry camping is that some of the spots used are in the pristine wilderness, untouched and filled with natural beauty. They’re
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2:29The days of the batwing are long gone. Thanks to recent advancements in technology, now there’s no need to climb on top of your RV to adjust the antenna to catch a signal. With the Winegard Rayzar automatic antenna, watching TV in your RV is entirely work- and stress-free. All you have to do is
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4:22Like any component on an RV, the Accu-Slide cable slide room is liable to wear down and require maintenance after repeated uses, especially when it comes to the cables that retract and extend the unit. If you notice that your slide room doesn’t seem to pull tightly into the wall or push all the way
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7:58For years, the traditional batwing antenna has been the go-to choice for RVers who like to enjoy a little TV at the campground. This model enjoyed a great run of success, for it’s time for a newer, more reliable alternative. Enter the RAYZAR Z-1 from Winegard. This permanently mounted antenna stands at just 8.4-inches and
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2:23Despite what the forums might say about standard RV battery life being only two to three years, your on-board, deep cycle batteries should have the capability to last you between five and seven years. That is, if you take proper care of your battery and complete regular maintenance to combat invasive sulfation. There are a
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1:49When conducting electrical work on your RV, it is important to know how to strip a wire and the different connectors available for splicing electrical wires together. With a few simple steps, you can properly strip and terminate wires using a butt splice. Using a butt splice is the same as an eye splice or
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5:30If you’re like us, you feel better having the option to watch TV when you’re out on the road. Having weather and traffic updates is crucial for certain parts of the country, and you never know when you’ll be traveling during a big game. Depending on how much you use your TV antenna for RV
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1:45There are a variety of satellite receiver options when RVing. Some are permanent structures attached to the top of the rig, while others have to be cranked up to receive a signal. Lucky for us, with so many new advances in technology and the making of devices more portable, we are now able to take
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