Sanus Wall Mount

Mounting a flat-screen television to the wall saves room, but also makes it difficult to access the cable ports on the back of the television. In order to connect a cable to a wall-mounted TV, you may first have to remove the device from the wall bracket.

Instructions

1

Look at the outer edges and bottom front panel on the TV. Some televisions offers a few basic audio/video ports on the sides or front for easy access; they may be hidden behind a hinged or sliding plastic cover. If available, consider using these easy-access ports to avoid removing the television from its mounts.

2

Determine how the TV is mounted. Modern flatscreen televisions are mounted on a wall bracket using armatures fixed to the back of the television. Grasp the TV and lift it upwards to remove it from the bracket, then pull it away from the wall. Older TVs with a thick, heavy body are mounted on a bracket that extends from the wall with a flat "plate" upon which the television sits. The TV may then be clamped into place with an upper plate, or strapped in place with rubber cables. Either loosen the upper plate while a second person holds the television to keep it from slipping, or remove the rubber cables while the TV is being held by a helper. Have someone assist you in lifting the television from the mount's plate. Place it on the floor.

3

Lift the cable up to the mounting bracket to make sure it's long enough; purchase a longer cable if it isn't. Connect the cable to the back of the television. Lift the TV, avoiding the cord as you do, and place it back onto the mount, reversing the steps you used to remove it.