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Avtex W164DR 16" 12 volt HD Ready LCD TV/DVD Combi
Avtex W164DR - Overview
The Avtex W164DR 12v Television is one of a new generation of "Ultra Slim" 12 volt sets designed and manufactured specifically for use in a vehicle operating from a 12v leisure battery, 24v truck or mains hook up.
Avtex W164DR - DescriptionThe Avtex W164DR was launched Spring 2011 using a new style " Ultra Slim " cabinet. The other key improvements over the W163DR that it replaced are lighter weight and even less power consumption. Traditionally sets of this size have used approx 3A-3.25A on 12 volts. We have measured this set with an input voltage of 12.5v (approx half charged battery) at 1.7A. This makes the Avtex W164DR ideal for those who like to wild camp or attend rallies.
The W164DR has been designed and manufactured from the ground up to be used in a boat, caravan or motorhome. It has superior quality components and excellent build quality to cope with the increased vibration and harshness encountered on todays roads. It is also safe to use with variable input voltages and can even work in a 24v truck or truck based vehicle like horseboxes. Common throughout the Avtex range is the unique AQT (Avtex Quick Tune) system. This is a one button tuning facility that aids simple stress free set up when you arrive at your holiday destination. Something that the Avtex W164DR has that also aids its use in the field is " Target Region Tuning ". This is a new specification introduced because of technical difficulties with earlier Digital Tick Approved Televisions and it allows you to select which transmitter you want to tune into when camping in between transmitters. Older and less specified TV sets can struggle to lock on to the correct transmitter and receive all available stations.
The Avtex W164DR being built to such a high standard also has easier to use software than some competitors and most importantly with a premium product is the stunning performance. The W164DR has a high quality (A+) TV screen where most competitors at this size use computer screens. This means considerably better viewing angles (most of us sit either side of the 'van looking at an acute angle), significantly better colour rendition and contrast. Watching on a summers evening with high levels of ambient light are when the biggest differences can be seen. One of the other key differences with Avtex TV's over the competition is superior sound reproduction. If you are a discerning purchaser use to to a quality TV in your lounge then we can't recommend the Avtex highly enough.
The W164DR has two tuners, a Digital DVB-T one suitable for watching FREEVIEW and the Continental equivalent, plus a conventional Multi-standard tuner making it suitable for use throughout Europe on both the new and old transmission systems. You can pause/record live TV from the Digital (FREEVIEW) tuner to an external pen drive/usb hdd (not included) via the USB socket. This is the only source that can be recorded and supports Hard Drives up to 250Gb in size. There are also scart and two HDMI sockets to facilitate the watching of external equipment like Blueray and HD Satellite.
To the right hand edge there is a built-in DVD drive for watching films when you don't fancy any live programmes. This can also be used to play Audio CD's and CD-ROM's.
Avtex W164DR - Key Features
- 16" Widescreen LCD Panel
- DVD/CD Player
- Low Power Consumption 35W <1w in standby
- AQT One button tuning system (ideal for touring)
- Pause / Playback live TV / Instant record to USB or HDD (not inc) 500Mb-250G bmax.
- Timer Record from program guide (EPG)
- Dual (Multi-standard) tuner - Digital & Analogue
- Freeview Built-in
- FM Transmitter (wireless surround sound)
- VGA / PC Audio input
- HD Ready, HDMI x 2 inputs
- CI slot for access to pay TV Channels
- USB / Scart / HDMI / Headphone sockets
- Wall Mountable - VESA standard
- 230v AC / 12v/24v DC
- Width: 400mm
- Height: 287mm
- Depth: 52mm (with out stand)
- Weight: 2.8Kg
Please note that the latest generation of TV's are significantly slimmer than previous models. If you intend to mount your W164DR on a VESA wall bracket please ensure that you use bolts of an appropriate length as using bolts that are too long may damage the TV. We can supply short bolts if required, please contact us.
Avtex W164DR - Connecting to 12v circuitThe Avtex W164DR is supplied with a 12v lead terminated in a cigar type plug. The cigar plug houses a glass fuse to protect the TV. If you should need to replace the fuse this can be done by carefully rotating the end of the plug. This plug should not be removed as your TV will not have the protection of the fuse and the warranty will be invalidated. If your vehicle has a different type of socket you should purchase an adapter either from us or your local caravan dealer. Details of our adapters can be found in the accessories section.
When connecting the W164DR TV you should follow the same safety princple as connecting your hook up lead, when setting up connect the TV end first, wall socket end second. When packing away disconnect the wall socket end first, TV end second. It is also important to completely turn the TV off with the main ON/OFF switch situated on the bottom panel rather than just turning to standby as if the main switch is left "ON" when you next connect the TV there will be a surge of power that may blow the fuse. Whilst the W164DR only uses a small amount of power in standby, turning the main switch "OFF" will also save your valuable battery power when rallying / wild camping.
Avtex W164DR - Supplied Accessories
- Remote Control Hand Set
- Removeable table top leg
- 230v Mains Adapter
- 12v DC lead
- Owners Manual
Standard Warranty: 12 Months