The Flat screen TV has become one of the most popular home entertainment devices today. With better picture quality thanks to the advancement in plasma and LCD technologies flat screen TVs are here to stay. Not only do they look good and add to the ambiance of a room but more importantly take up less space. The TV screen occupies as little as 4 inches of space, ideal to be installed on the wall freeing up more space in your living room. A flat screen plasma or LCD TV though needs in-depth planning prior to installation to ensure proper functioning.
Anchoring and support
The first thing to be kept in mind is the weight of the TV set. Even though flat screen TVs are less heavy as compared to TV sets in the past they are often put up on walls without any support beneath. Care needs to be taken to ensure that the fittings hold in place for a long time as a slip up here could prove to be expensive. Deciding on the location therefore is an important aspect. Avoid placing the TV in places where people pass through frequently. Any bumps or jars to the wall could result in the fittings becoming loose overtime.
Location for best viewing
The flat screen plasma TV set should be placed in harmony with the seating arrangement of your living room. Often sunlight interferes with picture clarity due to the TV screen placed in front of windows or doors. The best living room setup would be to place the flat screen adjacent to a corner with the window being to the right of the screen. Space should be left for speakers and other add-ons if they are detachable. The distance between the seating arrangement and the screen should make for comfortable viewing ideally around 2 meters (about 6.5 feet). The height should be such that the center of the TV is in line with the eye level of the viewer without causing strain to the eyes and the neck.
Concealing cables and drilling
The remaining part which is also the most important is connecting the cables according to directions. Flat screen plasma or LCD TVs look great when the cables are inconspicuous or hidden. This can be done by concealing the wiring by way of decorative moldings or placing the screen directly over the power point. Flat screen TV installation requires some drilling work and one needs to follow the related safety precautions to avoid any mishaps. One can also avail of professional assistance to install flat screen TVs a practical option if one takes into consideration tasks like anchoring and drilling as well as the expenses involved if one does not get it right.
Author Bio: Robin Sage writes for Next Day Techs, an on-site technical services provider, about optimal ways to install and use electronics appliances like TVs, Computers, networking equipment, phones, projectors and video security cameras. For more details visit our website at http://www.nextdaytechs.com/ for quick and efficient technical service.
Summary: The article explains how to mount a flat screen TV and tips for comfortable viewing. Installing a plasma or LCD TV involves anchoring, selecting the location and concealing the cables for best viewing.
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