It is simple to buy a new flat panel HDTV and with the help of this article it can also be easy to get it on wall in your home.
Steps
- Identify the wall that you will be using for your TV and for your equipment ie. Cable/Sat box, dvd player, and receiver
- Trace your TV onto a piece of cardboard and cut to size. Then use the cardboard to layout the TV on the wall. It is helpful to use a push pin to hold it up while you sit in the place you would be the most after it is mounted so that you can make sure it is the right viewing height and angle
- You will need to use the stud finder to determine where your stud framing is located within the wall and use tape to mark those locations. Most homes are built with wood studs 16″ centered from another. NOT ALWAYS, but it is a rule of thumb to use.
- POWER. This is the most important step. DO NOT RUN THE TV POWER CORD OR AN EXTENSION CORD INSIDE YOUR WALL. It’s against all building and the National Electric Code if you do. It is a serious fire hazard. It is important hire an electrician to install an outlet up on the wall.
- VIDEO. Run your video cables through the wall by cutting a hole at the top and bottom of the wire run and push the glow rod through the opening. Tape the video cables to the rod and pull the glow rod with the cables attached back up through the wall. It helps to have a help feed the cables into the wall while doing that.
- MOUNT. Place your mount on the wall and mark the place for your bolt locations. take a drill and a bit smaller then the lag bolts you will be using from the pack in your mount and pre-drill the holes for the bolts. MAKE SURE YOU USE A LEVEL WHEN MARKING AND DRILLING THE HOLES. After you have the area prepared mount the plate to the wall and use the socket set to secure it. Make sure to use the appropriate washers.
- TV. Place the adjustable bracket pieces on the back to TV and use the right size bolts and spacers if needed
- With help if needed, pick the TV up and set it into top the wall plate. While one person holds the TV, make all of the video connections and the power connection to the back of the TV. Make sure to secure any security bolts/locks. Make the tilt adjustment to TV and lock into place.
- Sit back and enjoy the show.
Tips
- Tilt mounts will tend to settle out within the first couple of weeks so be sure to check it and tighten it down
- TV’s mounted on metal studs or any masonry will need special fasteners or anchors and need to be tightened again yearly, so make sure you check these bolts over time.
Warnings
- This job requires the addition/relocation of an electrical outlet. This may require the use of a professional electrician
- Some HDTV’s can be heavy and require multiple people to help lift into place
- Flat panel tv’s made before 2002 may require special mounting hardware and will not work with a universal mount
- Do not attempt this project if you do not have the required tools
Things You’ll Need
- Stud finder
- Drill with assortment of bits
- Level
- Screw Drivers
- Drywall knife
- Utility razor blade
- Socket set
- Glow rod (Home Depot carries these in the electrical dept.)
- Needle nose pliers
- Electrical tape
- Cardboard as large as television
- HDTV (Needs to be VESA compliant)
- Wall Mount (Needs to be able to support the size and weight of your TV)
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