DIY: Plasma Wall Mount Brackets
Plasma televisions are one of the two types of flat screen televisions that have replaced the older box style televisions. Most brands of plasma televisions include a stand attached to the frame, which allows you to sit your television on top of a flat surface like an entertainment center. The extra bonus is that many plasma brands also provide you with the option to hang your plasma television on the wall.
Instructions
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Use the stud finder, as per the manufacturer's instructions, to locate two studs on the wall, in the area where you want to hang your plasma television. Mark the studs with your pencil.
2Pop off the plastic caps that cover the four mounting holes on the back of the plasma television using a flat head screwdriver.
3Remove the screws or nuts that hold your stand to the plasma's frame. Place the TV mounting part of the bracket on the back of the television, lining up the holes on the mount with the holes on the television. The flat part sits against the TV, while the "tube" part sticks out.
4Use the screws included with your bracket kit, and the corresponding screwdriver, to screw the TV mount part of the bracket to the back of the TV.
5Use the measuring tape to measure the distance between the bottom of the plasma frame and the bottom of the wall part of the bracket. Then, measure your plasma panel's height. Mark the height measurement on the wall.
6Use both the measurements you got to mark your desired location for the wall mounting part of the bracket. This helps ensure your plasma television is ideally positioned for proper visual height. Keep in mind that your bracket needs to be installed on the studs you marked.
7Place the flat portion of the wall mounting of the bracket against the wall, making sure the holes on each side line up with the studs. Use your power drill, with the appropriate screwdriver bit, to screw the included mounting screws through the wall and into the stud. Use the holes in the bracket as a guide.
8Attach your TV portion and wall portion of your bracket together by sliding the "tube" sections together until they click.
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