I have a TV on my lanai that has been there for about four years. I have had one problem with it that may not be a result of using it outdoors. But when the repairman came to fix it. He pointed out a few metal pieces inside that had rusted from the humidity. He mentioned the ones specifically made for outdoors, but as mentioned above, they are really expensive.
With the cost of flat screens dropping every year, I figure I'll just use this one until it dies, then replace it with one from the house and get a new one for the house. It will still be much cheaper than the outdoor models.
I cover the TV with a blanket when it goes below freezing (probably unnecessary) and have a waterproof cover for when the wind can drive the rain into the lanai. But, otherwise, no special protection. It is, however, secured so that it can't be easily removed by someone looking for a free TV.
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