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Title: How to integrate radio speakers with tv
Post by: Odss91b on April 29, 2014, 11:48 PM
Hey guys yet another question. Even with the volume all the way up on my tv, I can barely hear it. Yes I know I'm deaf from the army, however is there a way to hook up the speakers from the radio to the tv so we can all enjoy a movie throughout the coach?


Seann
Title: Re: How to integrate radio speakers with tv
Post by: Stripe on April 30, 2014, 03:36 AM
Easy, if your stereo has either a tape player, cd player, aux in or just a plain tuner.  All of these assume your tv has a 3.5mm audio out jack or RCA stereo out jacks. 

If your tv has RCA output then get an adapter that turns your RCA out to 3.5mm female jack.
As in this example:
http://www.cablewholesale.com/products/audio-video-products/audio-video/product-30s1-01260.php?utm_source=GoogleShopping&utm_medium=organic&zmam=54972865&zmas=1&zmac=1&zmap=30S1-01260&gclid=CNfmpvTUh74CFQqEfgodFaUAfQ

These are available just about anywhere that sells audio or TV equipment.
(https://www.classicwinnebagos.com/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi1282.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fa531%2Fcoachmanm500%2FMobile%2520Uploads%2F30s1-01260_zpsac7b8c57.jpg&hash=6b9a274efe64dda323f9618ad51b452fa087e4e8)

If you have just a tuner or radio, or one with no tape and just cd get one of these:
http://www.walmart.com/ip/Scosche-FM-Transmitter/14666784

It's an FM transmitter you tune to your radio.
(https://www.classicwinnebagos.com/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi1282.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fa531%2Fcoachmanm500%2FMobile%2520Uploads%2F0003399102098_180X180_zps78599b67.jpg&hash=725b81ae4fe878ff4a21592655a2733afef61767)

If you have a stereo with a tape player, then one of these will work:
http://www.walmart.com/ip/RCA-Cassette-Adapter/16553075
(https://www.classicwinnebagos.com/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi1282.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fa531%2Fcoachmanm500%2FMobile%2520Uploads%2F1616633_zpsf3927824.jpg&hash=f6d5189476957144a091982471f4abe301435c82)

Now the Easiest of easy is if your radio has a 3.5mm aux input, in which case all you need is a 3.5mm male to male extension jack .
As in this example:
http://www.walmart.com/ip/Belkin-Mini-Stereo-Audio-Cable-12/17781905?action=product_interest&action_type=image&placement_id=irs_top&strategy=PWVAV&visitor_id=73919867238&category=0%3A3944%3A77622%3A1076626&client_guid=a4a8cb0e-96d2-4e3b-a7ca-71e90f054480&config_id=2&parent_item_id=15779608&guid=b152848a-6c5e-412e-b847-6859c8b44ab0&bucket_id=irsbucketdefault&findingMethod=p13n#ProductDetail

These come in a variety of lengths, the link I provided is 12' 3.5mm..
(https://www.classicwinnebagos.com/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi1282.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fa531%2Fcoachmanm500%2FMobile%2520Uploads%2F0072286813504_180X180_zps7e35bcad.jpg&hash=36fcaca15ece8208ed21ff489d308fcc0f11fed9)

Anyhoo, hope this helps you out..
Title: Re: How to integrate radio speakers with tv
Post by: tiinytina on April 30, 2014, 06:19 AM
The other alternative is to get a set of Computer speakers and plug them into the TV speaker jack.  I found a set that even had a sub woofer with it.   I found small 3" square computer speakers and we mounted them under the cabinets where the TV is.  Works well for us.  I put the subwoofer under the dinette seat. 

Tina
Title: Re: How to integrate radio speakers with tv
Post by: DonD on April 30, 2014, 09:56 AM
I use the cassette adapter
Title: Re: How to integrate radio speakers with tv
Post by: Froggy1936 on April 30, 2014, 11:45 AM
I just tell my son what i want to do and Viola it gets done !  N:( i?? :)rotflmao
Title: Re: How to integrate radio speakers with tv
Post by: legomybago on April 30, 2014, 12:58 PM
The FM transmitter is a cool idea.... :angel:
Title: Re: How to integrate radio speakers with tv
Post by: Odss91b on April 30, 2014, 08:50 PM
I wish I had a voila and it's done! LOL! I have to pull the tv out to see what connections it has.
Title: Re: How to integrate radio speakers with tv
Post by: Stripe on May 01, 2014, 11:24 AM
Quote from: Odss91b on April 30, 2014, 08:50 PM
I wish I had a voila and it's done! LOL! I have to pull the tv out to see what connections it has.

Uh oh, is it the original TV from 1989???  Also have you posted pictures of your Chieftain?
Title: Re: How to integrate radio speakers with tv
Post by: Odss91b on May 01, 2014, 07:27 PM
No and no. I need to do that!
Title: Re: How to integrate radio speakers with tv
Post by: ramit on May 01, 2014, 07:32 PM
QuoteI just tell my son what i want to do and Viola it gets done !  N:( i?? :)rotflmao

wish i had viola too ..send that son here install this fan dont look like much fun
Title: Re: How to integrate radio speakers with tv
Post by: DonD on May 12, 2014, 03:53 PM
Picked up an FM transmitter, works great!!

PLUS..It allows hands free use of our dumb phones!!!
Title: Re: How to integrate radio speakers with tv
Post by: Stripe on May 12, 2014, 03:56 PM
Sweet! :)ThmbUp
Title: Re: How to integrate radio speakers with tv
Post by: legomybago on May 13, 2014, 10:08 AM
I need an AM transmitter..........
Title: Re: How to integrate radio speakers with tv
Post by: M & J on May 13, 2014, 10:17 AM
Honestly you need an FM radio..........
Title: Re: How to integrate radio speakers with tv
Post by: Stripe on May 14, 2014, 12:39 AM
 :)rotflmao
Title: Re: How to integrate radio speakers with tv
Post by: TripleJ on May 14, 2014, 06:18 AM
Speaking of FM transmitter, years ago I bought an FM transmitter kit that is supposed to be able to broadcast your own selectable FM signal something like 500 yards.  I never did put that thing together. 

I think I'll dig that kit out,put it together and start my own campground radio station. Hm?
Title: Re: How to integrate radio speakers with tv
Post by: Stripe on May 14, 2014, 01:41 PM
Quote from: legomybago on May 13, 2014, 10:08 AM
I need an AM transmitter..........

Quote from: oldrockandroller on May 13, 2014, 10:17 AM
Honestly you need an FM radio..........

And get a Mister Microphone!!

"Hey good lookin'! We'll be back to pick you up later!!"
Title: Re: How to integrate radio speakers with tv
Post by: legomybago on May 14, 2014, 02:52 PM
The kids in the back can be playin with the "Speak and Spell" too!
Title: Re: How to integrate radio speakers with tv
Post by: Stripe on May 14, 2014, 02:55 PM
Quote from: legomybago on May 14, 2014, 02:52 PM
The kids in the back can be playin with the "Speak and Spell" too!
:)rotflmao