Did you know you can’t just use a normal TV in a caravan? It is not that simple. If you are using your living room TV in your caravan, it is worth considering the alternatives.
Many difficulties come with using your household TV, but don’t worry: FALCON Technology is here to help. Our camping TVs are designed for off-grid use, providing the entertainment you deserve in your caravan without any hassle.
Why Household TVs Aren’t Suitable for Caravans
Let’s understand why you can’t just grab the TV from your living room before you head off on your next camping adventure.
Multi-Voltage Compatibility
A standard household TV uses far more power than a camping TV. Not only does this make your household TV useless if you are off-grid, but it can drain your battery rapidly compared to a camping TV.
If you are looking to stay entertained off-grid, keep the kids quiet or binge your favourite TV series during your trip, power efficiency is key. After all, you want as much entertainment as possible.
Using a FALCON 22-inch WebOS TV gives you 80+ hours of entertainment and only requires 15W, so you can enjoy TV without draining your battery.
Managing Power with Solar Energy
If you are an eco-friendly camper with caravan solar panels, camping TVs make your life easy. A standard TV set would require significant power, whereas a FALCON camping TV can easily run off a 120W solar panel.
A camping TV offers an energy-efficient solution to your entertainment needs, so you don’t need to worry about poor-quality connections or draining your battery.
Standard TV Viewing Angles
Wide Viewing Angles for Small Spaces
Standard TV sets aren’t built for caravans, so your viewing experience will be considerably poorer than in the living room. While standard TVs provide high-quality entertainment, they have limited viewing angles compared to a FALCON camping TV.
This causes colour distortion if you are trying to watch from different angles in your caravan with your family. FALCON TVs offer a 178-degree viewing angle, so you and your family can enjoy picture-perfect quality from any position without ruining your late-night movie.
Cheaper TVs use low-quality panels that harm your colour picture when you watch from a different angle. A FALCON camping TV means everyone can watch movies together without sacrificing colour quality or viewing experience.
Sound Quality
Have you ever sat down to watch TV and found the sound quality awful? Many household TVs can sound tinny, whereas FALCON camping TVs come with sound technology designed to improve your experience.
External Audio Solutions
Many camping TVs produce the poor, tinny sound we all fear, because compact built-in speakers can’t live up to your expectations on movie night. All of FALCON’s camping TVs generate smooth sound thanks to high-quality speakers.
But if you fancy taking your experience to the next level, FALCON’s Bluetooth 5.0 support means you can connect to a soundbar for premium sound. The FALCON Soundbar takes your entertainment to new heights with Bluetooth technology, so you can enjoy your favourite TV shows with richer sound.
Personalised Audio with Bluetooth Headphones
If you can’t sleep but don’t want to wake others up, the FALCON Wireless Bluetooth Headphones mean you can enjoy a movie guilt-free. Plus, with no wires, you can watch freely without sitting directly in front of the screen.
How Camping TVs Avoid Signal Issues
With a standard TV setup in your caravan, you can experience signal issues while travelling, camping in remote areas, or simply trying to watch live TV.
Terrestrial TV Reception
FALCON’s quick-tune button, a shortcut on the menu, makes switching channels when moving between regions effortless, so you can enjoy uninterrupted TV wherever you are.
If you are looking for a portable digital antenna, the FALCON portable TV antenna provides seamless signal reception. With an omni-directional design and a fully waterproof build, it picks up major channels when positioned on your roof, so you can relax and watch rather than move the antenna around chasing a signal.
The FALCON fitted TV antenna isn’t portable, but the design delivers strong signals and excellent reception, and supports two TVs.
Satellite TV for Remote Camping
Remote camping areas can have poor TV signal reception, leaving you without the entertainment you deserve after a long day. FALCON’s automatic satellite dishes offer a streamlined experience and remove wire clutter in your caravan.
The QuickSAT automatic satellite dish works at the press of a button, and its compact dimensions suit a smaller caravan roof perfectly.
If you would rather a no-fix option, the QuickSAT Deluxe portable satellite TV system is one of the most powerful portable dishes available, giving you a strong signal so you can watch TV wherever you park.
Smart Features and Internet
A regular TV in your house may come with basic features like terrestrial channels, whereas the FALCON WebOS platform features built-in apps. Take your pick from Netflix, Prime Video, YouTube, iPlayer or Disney+, no matter your location. You can continue the series you are binge-watching or pick from award-winning movies while staying in a remote area.
To take advantage of streaming in remote areas, a boosted internet solution is essential, especially where there is no WiFi or poor signal. For uninterrupted streaming, the FALCON 4G internet system offers a simple broadband solution, connecting you to all the streaming platforms your family wants.
The FALCON 5G portable solution is better suited to long-term remote campers, with the speed of 5G giving you freedom from campsite WiFi and poor remote signals.
Built-in DVD Player
Do you have specific movies or series you want to watch that aren’t on the usual streaming platforms? Or do you simply camp in remote areas with no reception? A FALCON TV comes with a built-in DVD player, so you can watch your favourite film with or without broadband, and avoid clutter in your caravan.
Simply slide your DVD into the built-in player. That way you can keep the kids quiet while travelling without signal, or enjoy a series without reception.
Saving You Space
FALCON’s design allows for a larger screen in a compact format, so you can mount the TV wherever you want in your motorhome. Enjoy quality TV without being restricted to the corner of your caravan.
Our FALCON TV wall bracket adds flexibility and convenience after a long day of exploring. And if you are worried about travelling with your TV, the padded carry case provides the protection your flat-screen deserves, so you don’t need to worry about it being damaged in transit.
Who Needs a Camping TV?
So, do you really need a camping TV, and who would benefit most? If you fit any of these descriptions, it might be time to consider one.
Full-time van users. If you live in your caravan or stay away for long periods, a smart camping TV lets you keep up with your favourite shows while you are away from home, and it is a long-term solution for all your entertainment needs.
Families. A camping TV solves a common parenting problem. Kids don’t always appreciate camping like adults do, and a camping TV keeps them entertained with streaming, DVDs and terrestrial channels, so you can relax without bored children.
Off-grid campers. If you love secluded spots with poor signal, pairing a camping TV with a portable antenna is an energy-efficient option, so you have entertainment whenever you want it without draining your battery.
Why a FALCON Camping TV Over a Normal TV?
A FALCON camping TV is a space-efficient, multi-voltage, energy-friendly alternative to a standard TV, and it improves your movie-night experience in the caravan. Don’t settle for less when watching late-night films with your family.
Get the high-quality, convenient entertainment you deserve with a FALCON camping TV. Take a look at our camping TV range today.
FAQs
Can I use my home TV in a caravan?
Yes, but it is not the best idea. Home TVs need much more power than efficient caravan TVs, and they often need extra equipment, which uses even more power. The Falcon WebOS range is designed for multi-voltage use, so it works on and off the grid without extra kit.
How long will a camping TV run on a battery?
It depends on the TV. The Falcon 22-inch WebOS TV uses 15W, so a 100Ah lithium battery could run it for 80+ hours. Our camping TVs will easily last a weekend trip, and a solar panel keeps your battery charged for longer.
Do I need a satellite dish for a camping TV?
If you don’t want to fit a satellite dish, a portable TV antenna will work in areas with decent reception. If you prefer remote locations, a satellite dish suits you better, as it gives access to more channels. FALCON offers both manual and automatic satellite dishes that are simple to set up.
How can I improve my TV signal in my caravan?
If you are forever moving the antenna in a remote area rather than enjoying the show, invest in a high-quality antenna, or if the signal is poor, consider a satellite dish. Both connect easily and let you keep up with your favourite programmes.
Can I stream Netflix and YouTube on a camping TV?
Yes, the FALCON WebOS range is a smart TV, so it includes the streaming apps your family wants, from Netflix and Disney+ to YouTube and iPlayer. Remember, streaming on a smart TV needs WiFi or a mobile hotspot.


