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DTV Flat TV Mounting Learning Center
By February 17, 2009, broadcasters will be required to convert all of their
programming to DTV and will no longer broadcast analog signals. As a result, to
receive TV programming, some consumers will need to make changes in some of the
equipment they currently use. Click here to Learn more about DTV
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Fixed brackets
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The simplest way to connect your TV to the wall is to use a bracket. This is a
low-profile connection allows no motion; the TV is connected immovably to the
wall via a solid bracket. If you want to mount the TV as flush to the wall as
possible, a wall bracket will likely be the right choice. Most brackets can hold
the TV less than an inch from the wall.
Stationary brackets can hold any
size TV securely in place if installed properly, whereas some moveable mounts
won't take the weight. Stationary brackets are also useful in RVs, boats, and
homes with small children who might be tempted to yank on a moveable TV.
Finally, wall brackets are easy to install. They consist of two pieces: one you
screw to the wall, and the other to your TV. Then the two pieces simply slide
together to hold your TV firmly on the wall.
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Tilting mounts
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These mounts are the most commonly used in home installation. When you need only
a limited range of motion, a simple tilting mount is the way to go. Most tilting
mounts have approximately a three inch mounting distance from the wall, but some
designs can get it down to just over one inch
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Folding mounts can also be used for any size TV. They usually have two 'arms'
with a joint in between, another joint at the wall and a third near the monitor.
They usually offer the most extension of all of the mounts, meaning that you can
position your screen against the wall or pull it up to about 20 inches away.
Some also have a joint at the screen to allow swivel, tilt and rotation
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Articulating mounts
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Articulating mounts are for screens that are going to be moved around a lot.
These mounts tend to be made of three 'arms' connected by joints and can fold
fairly flat when pushed into the wall. When extended, articulated mounts usually
allow around 180 degrees of swivel when mounted on a flat wall.
Some are
made to rotate further around a corner or the side of a cabinet, allowing for
viewing from different parts of a room. Most also have a joint at the screen
that can offer anything from simple tilting to a combination of tilting,
rotating and swivel via a ball and socket joint. If you're planning to mount
your TV somewhere where you need as much motion as possible (like the side of a
kitchen cabinet) then an articulating mount is a good choice.
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