How to Articulate an LCD TV Mount
An articulating wall mount has extended arms that you can use to maneuver your TV into several viewing angles. In order to articulate an LCD TV, you will need an articulating wall mount. You can find one at any store that sells LCD TVs. Once you find the right mount, you will need a place to install the TV.
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Instructions
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Decide where you want to put your TV. You want to choose a spot that will allow maximum mobility for your TV. Make sure the area where you plan to mount your TV is free of any obstructions and has an electrical outlet nearby.
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Locate the wall studs in the wall where you would like to hang the TV. To find the wall studs, run a stud finder across the surface of the wall. The stud finder will light up when you hit the stud. If you don't have a stud finder, you can knock on the wood and listen carefully. You will hear a hollow sound where the wall is hollow and a dull sound when you knock on the stud. Mark the center of the studs with a pencil.
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Hold your articulating mount up to the wall studs and drill it into place. You may want to ask a friend to hold the mount while you drill it in. Make sure to use a level and ensure that the mount is even before you drill it into place.
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Connect the mount rails to the back of your TV. Each mount comes with a set of rails that connects to the back of your TV. Just simply drill the rails into the holes on the back of your TV.
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Connect any cables to your TV. A lot of connections (DVD player, gaming console, etc). are in the back of the TV so they will be hard to plug in after the TV is mounted to the wall.
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Slide your TV into the articulating mount. This also easier with a helping hand. There will be a tension screw on the mount that you can hand tighten to secure your TV.
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