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TCL 32-Inch S3 Fire Tv

The TCL television belongs to my purchased van electronics. The electrical diary photos here show the actual routing and entry work that provides context for organizing power and device cables inside the build.

By · Camper Van Freedom

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The Item in My Kit

I bought TCL 32-Inch S3 Fire TV as part of my camper van equipment.

The TCL television belongs to my purchased van electronics. The electrical diary photos here show the actual routing and entry work that provides context for organizing power and device cables inside the build.

A Screen Purchase Within the Electronics Plan

  1. I pulled the roof cables through the PVC route with fish tape.
  2. I fitted plastic trim around the roof opening where the wires entered the van.
  3. I completed the remaining light connections, covered the boxes and joined the final conduit sections.
The roof at the end of my Roof Wiring and Devices Project Day 8 wiring session.
The roof at the end of my Roof Wiring and Devices Project Day 8 wiring session.
The trimmed roof opening where my cable groups enter the van.
The trimmed roof opening where my cable groups enter the van.

My Takeaway for the Build

Pulling the roof cables reminded me how much of the electronics work happens away from the visible device. For the TCL purchase, the practical comparison is the screen and connection panel within the planned interior space. TCL and VIZIO are Full HD options here; the Insignia changes the resolution as well as the software package.

Product Details And Van-Build Uses

SpecificationProduct Detail
Model32S350F
Screen Class32 inch
Resolution1080p FHD
Smart PlatformFire TV

TCL identifies the 32S350F as the thirty-two-inch S3 model with Fire TV and a 1080p display. Its manufacturer announcement distinguishes this model from the larger S3 sizes and the higher-resolution S4 range. In a camper van, the useful layout questions include screen clearance, access to input cables and how the mounting area remains reachable after surrounding cabinetry is fitted. Streaming setup is a separate step from making the television fit its location. Keeping the exact model number in the equipment record also helps when identifying the matching remote, connection layout and support resources later.

Manufacturer Product Reference

Which S3 Model Is Recorded Here?

The original thirty-two-inch Fire TV model is TCL 32S350F.

Alternative products

Two Alternatives to Compare

VIZIO offers another 32-inch Full HD smart television, while the Insignia F20 uses an HD display with Fire TV software.

ProductWhat distinguishes itPurchase link
TCL 32-Inch S3 Fire TV32-inch Full HD panel with Fire TV.View on Amazon
VIZIO 32-Inch Full HD Smart TV (alternative)32-inch Full HD panel with different smart-TV software.View on Amazon
Insignia 32-Inch F20 Fire TV (alternative)32-inch HD panel with Fire TV and voice remote.View on Amazon
VIZIO 32-Inch Full HD Smart TV

Vizio 32-Inch Full HD Smart Tv

This 32-inch television combines a Full HD panel with built-in smart-TV software. Its connection panel supports external video and audio equipment.

View on Amazon
Insignia 32-Inch F20 Fire TV

Insignia 32-Inch F20 Fire Tv

This 32-inch television uses an HD display with built-in Fire TV software. A voice remote accompanies the screen.

View on Amazon

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