Found another mobile TV at Amazon w/digital tuner that uses a lithium-ion battery.
Viore PLC7V95 7-Inch Portable LCD TV with Built-in Tuner
Key Features:
7-Inch widescreen active matrix TFT screen
Integrated
ATSC digital tuner for digital broadcast reception
External rod antenna provided for over-the-air signal reception
Audio/Video inputs for connection to external Audio/Video source
Audio output for connection to external audio systems
Built-in stereo speakers
Earphone output for private listening
Large capacity rechargeable Li-battery
USB Port & Card Slot for playing digital media file
Closed Caption and Parental Control supported
Card style full function remote control
Specifications:
Audio/Video Input
Audio Output
Earphone Output
Antenna Input
Mini USB
3-in-1 Card Reader
12V DC Input for AC-DC Adapter
Input Voltage for AC – DC Adapter: 90 ~ 240V
Power Consumption: Less than 15W
Unit Dimensions (W x H x D): 8.7" x 5.1" x 1.2"
Unit Weight: 1.3 lbs
I searched around; there doesn't seem to be a bunch of options available right now. Have you seen TonyT's thread here?
http://www.dtvusaforum.com/everythin...-standard.html I'm not sure how the cell phone industry is tackling the battery life issue when TV phones hit the market in full swing, but as of right now, all of the handheld
ATSC TVs at Amazon.com (as you mentioned) are rechargeable, and last only 1.5-2.5 hours after a charge. Purchasing a second Li-ion battery might be an option for you, but not very cost effective.