π― Introduction
In many parts of rural Bangladesh, load shedding or no grid electricity is still a reality.
But that doesnβt mean you canβt enjoy:
- πΊ Smart TV entertainment
- π Online education for kids
- π Religious content on YouTube
- π Cricket & BPL highlights
This blog shows how to run Smart TVs with solar power in Bangladeshi villages β with the best low-watt TVs, solar IPS systems, and practical setup ideas.
βοΈ Can Smart TVs Run on Solar Power?
Yes! With the right setup:
- π Use solar panels + battery (IPS)
- π Choose a low power TV (30β60W)
- π Play content via USB or mobile hotspot
- π‘ Use antenna or apps like Toffee/Bongo offline
ποΈ Best Smart TVs for Solar Use (Bangladesh 2025)
TV Model | Size | Power Use | Ideal For | Price (BDT) |
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Walton WD32R610 | 32β | ~35W | Village homes, madrasa | ΰ§³22,000 |
TCL S5200 32β | 32β | ~38W | Kids learning + YouTube | ΰ§³25,000 |
Xiaomi A2 43β | 43β | ~65W | OTT + Wi-Fi setup | ΰ§³41,000 |
Vision Android 32β | 32β | ~36W | General rural use | ΰ§³23,500 |
Samsung T5300 32β | 32β | ~45W | Family viewing | ΰ§³28,900 |
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Choose 32β models for longest backup on solar systems
β οΈ Avoid 55β+ models unless you have a high-power inverter
π Solar IPS Setup for TV in Village Homes
Component | Recommended Rating | Price Estimate |
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βοΈ Solar Panel | 200W β 300W | ΰ§³10,000βΰ§³18,000 |
π Battery | 100Ah (Tubular) | ΰ§³14,000βΰ§³18,000 |
βοΈ Inverter/IPS | 1000VA to 1200VA | ΰ§³10,000βΰ§³15,000 |
π Charge Controller | PWM/MPPT (auto control) | ΰ§³2,000βΰ§³5,000 |
π Runtime: ~3β5 hours for a 32β TV + Wi-Fi router
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Total cost: ΰ§³35,000βΰ§³50,000 for complete solar TV system
π¦ Offline Entertainment Options with Solar TVs
Content Type | Source | Internet Needed? |
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π¬ Movies & dramas | USB drive or memory card | β |
π Islamic lectures | Preloaded MP4 via pendrive | β |
π Cricket highlights | YouTube downloads | β (if pre-saved) |
π§ Kids cartoons | Bengali cartoons from Bongo/YouTube | β |
πΊ Live channels | Digital antenna | β |
π‘ Tip: Download YouTube videos to USB from mobile, then play on TV
π οΈ Tips for Running TV Efficiently on Solar
- Set brightness to 50β70% β Saves 10β15% power
- Turn off HDR or motion smoothing β Reduces CPU load
- Use USB instead of Wi-Fi when possible β Less energy consumption
- Power Wi-Fi router from same IPS β Saves cost of extra UPS
- Keep solar panels clean β More efficient charging
π§ Rural Use Cases for Solar Smart TVs
Location | Purpose |
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π Mosque | Show prayer time, donation appeals |
π§ Madrasa | Teach Quran via YouTube & videos |
π§ Home schools | Kidsβ rhymes, Bangla classes |
ποΈ Village shops | Run price slides, entertainment |
π‘ Home theaters | Weekend movies, family cricket |
π¬ What Rural BD Users Say
βββββ βOur Walton TV runs 4+ hours daily on solar IPS. We play natok and namaz videos.β β Motaleb, Pabna
ββββ βNo Wi-Fi here, so we download Bongo videos and play on USB.β β Rumana, Noakhali
ββββ βWe teach kids at madrasa using a 32β TCL TV and solar battery.β β Imam Mahmud, Barisal
π FAQ β Solar Smart TVs in Bangladesh
Q1: Will a 32β Smart TV work on a 100Ah solar battery?
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Yes. Youβll get 3β5 hours of usage depending on load.
Q2: Can I use Wi-Fi with solar?
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Yes. Wi-Fi routers use 5β12W, and work fine with IPS setups.
Q3: Can I watch BTV without internet?
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Yes. Use a DVB-T2 digital antenna to get local channels for free.
Q4: Which Smart TV brand is best for solar use?
β Walton, TCL, and Xiaomi are ideal for their low power and USB features.
π’ Final Thoughts
Smart TVs are no longer just for urban homes.
With solar power, anyone in Bangladesh β even in the most remote areas β can now enjoy education, religion, and entertainment right on their screen.
No electricity? No problem. Power your screen with the sun.