How to Create Optimal Outdoor Entertainment with SunBrite TVs

After a long winter, we all get the urge to enjoy sunny weather. To make the most of it, you or your customers may want to hook up the TV for additional outdoor entertainment. It may be tempting to grab an extra TV or drag the one from the living room outside — don't. For a more permanent solution and optimal watching experience, an outdoor TV is the way to go, while a standard indoor TV won't cut it.

Have you ever been watching a movie inside and a single ray of sunlight lands on your TV? Suddenly, you are taken out of the suspenseful moment in the movie, and your eyes are drawn to the bright light. Sometimes it gets so bright you can't even see what is on the screen. Now imagine how intense the glare will be if the TV were entirely outside even in a shaded area.

Electronics not made for outdoor environments struggle to operate in extreme temperatures. If left outside its normal operating range, an indoor TV may malfunction, overheat, or suffer from image distortion, permanently damaging the TV and requiring you to replace it.

Water doesn't usually mix with electronics, and a standard TV is not designed to come into contact with the elements. If you leave an indoor TV outside, it can be exposed to rain, condensation, or snow, which can damage the screen and its internal components.

Depending on the outdoor space, dust, dirt, high winds, debris, and more can damage electronics, disrupt entertainment, or wear down components, shortening their lifespan.

Although warranties vary by product, generally speaking, you may void the warranty on an indoor TV if you use it outside for prolonged periods.

Outdoor TVs are built with specialized technology and durable construction to handle these conditions. For prolonged, reliable, and enjoyable outdoor entertainment, outdoor TVs are the only way to go.

How Outdoor TVs "Outshine" Indoor TVs

Sunlight

Outdoor TVs have higher nits, which means brighter screens that can negate or minimize screen glare. Depending on the placement of the TV, ~500 nits is sufficient for full-shade areas such as covered patios and porches. Partial-shade areas (gazebos, under trees, or partially covered spaces) receive less intense sunlight, which can still wash out screens, so ~700–1,000-nit displays help combat glare. Full-sun spaces, including uncovered decks and pool areas, require ~1,000–1,500+-nit screens to deliver a vibrant picture in the most intense lighting conditions.

Temperature

Every electronic device has an ideal operating temperature range for the system to operate efficiently. If a device is taken outside of this range, you can experience performance degradation, malfunctioning components, and even permanent damage to the device. Some indoor TVs can operate in about ~50°F–90°F environments without being damaged, while outdoor TVs can operate within ~-24°F–122°F conditions. Outdoor TVs can also feature heat dispersion technology which may help prevent isotropic blackouts, in which the liquid crystals in the screen reach a high enough temperature to stop functioning properly. This can be the result of intense direct sunlight or overheating the TV.

Water

There are several ways an outdoor TV can prevent its electrical components from coming into contact with water. Many outdoor TVs have undergone rigorous testing to ensure they are guarded against water and additional unwanted particles through IP (Ingress Protection) testing. Depending on the devices' IP rating, they have been tested to operate safely under certain conditions. In addition to higher IP ratings, outdoor TVs can have enclosed media bays for extra protection against the elements while offering additional cable management. Weatherproof gaskets also help seal outlets, keeping them dry.

SunBrite: The Original Outdoor TV

In 2004, SunBrite identified a gap in the market for reliable, high-performance outdoor entertainment and created one of the world's first true outdoor TVs. Today, SunBrite TVs are trusted in backyards, stadiums, hotels, restaurants, and wherever durability and performance matter most. Every SunBrite TV is engineered to deliver exceptional outdoor brightness and performance, withstanding rain, snow, dust, insects, and extreme temperatures.

The SunBrite Advantage

With over 20 years in the outdoor market, SunBrite has developed advanced technology in its outdoor TVs to deliver picture-perfect viewing and rugged reliability. Some SunBrite TVs include Quarter Wave Plate Polarization so users can enjoy their TV any time of day, even with sunglasses on. With High TNI Eco-Bright Outdoor Technology on an RGB-W screen, SunBrite delivers a brighter picture while using less power and generating less heat, to ensure a long-lasting entertainment experience that's safe from UV Ray damage. Regardless of how bright it is, there is a SunBrite solution to help you transform any outdoor entertainment space into the ultimate hangout.

Pro 2

The SunBrite Pro 2 series fully weatherproof outdoor TV delivers incredible brightness and durability for your outdoor entertainment. Every component was hand-selected to perform with unmatched reliability, withstand the harshest elements, and provide the very best picture in direct sunlight.

Solis

The Solis series features a bright 1500 NIT 4K HDR screen with anti-glare technology and an RGB-W panel for a brighter, more brilliant picture on the brightest days, making it ideal for full sun outdoor spaces and active areas (poolside and outdoor seating areas).

Veranda 4

The Veranda 4 is built for long-lasting high performance in Full Shade areas with advanced technology (Eco bright panel, RGB-W) that delivers stunning 4K60 HDR10 picture quality with greater energy efficiency and heat reduction.

Accessories for Amazing Experiences

Take outdoor audio to the next level with one of SunBrite's speaker solutions. Choose from soundbars designed to fit seamlessly with a SunBrite TV, or surface-mount speakers for optimized performance where it's needed most. All SunBrite speakers are designed to be durable in outdoor spaces and to perform in some of the harshest weather conditions.

SunBrite offers an expansive catalog of TV mounting options to fit any space, from ceiling to fixed and even articulating mounts. These mounts feature durable, UL-rated, rust-resistant weatherproof designs that offer slim, low-profile mounting to match every space.

SunBrite dust covers help extend the life of a SunBrite outdoor TV by protecting it from cosmetic damage caused by dust, pollen, droppings, and other elements. These covers are specifically designed to fit SunBrite TVs, including paired accessories like soundbars and mounts, wrapping all the way around and securing with hook-and-loop fasteners, along with strategically positioned grommets for water drainage.