| Before installing a plasma TV it is wise to plan where | | | | 2 feet of excess cable for any necessary |
| the TV set, its accessories and cables will be located | | | | adjustments. This also prevents the possibility of |
| before you make the purchase. It could be as simple | | | | accidentally pulling a cable loose or unnecessarily |
| as clearing the space needed for installation, to sitting | | | | stretching the cable. |
| down and drawing out in detail exactly where and | | | | Since power cords can cause a considerable amount |
| how your plasma TV will be installed and hooked up. | | | | of interference to receiving a broadcast signal, it is |
| Planning for placement of the plasma TV will include | | | | best to keep signal cables away from power cables. |
| the decision of whether or not the Plasma TV screen | | | | Always remember to situate any excess cable you |
| should be mounted on a good supporting wall, or if the | | | | may have into a pattern of a figure eight or in an S |
| TV screen should be placed on a well-built stand. | | | | pattern. This will cut down on interference of |
| Either you should pay a professional to install your | | | | electromagnetic energy. |
| plasma TV, or you can install it yourself. Regardless of | | | | Be sure to label ahead of time any cables extending |
| who does the installation, many things will need | | | | from other TV components. This helps you make a |
| attention for a proper hook up of a plasma TV. Taking | | | | quicker and easier hook up between your accessories. |
| time now to plan the installation and hook up of a | | | | As with any other high quality component, having |
| plasma TV will save you time and cut down on | | | | superior surge protectors for your home entertainment |
| problems and expense later. | | | | unit, and their accessories is always a good invest of a |
| One of the best tips for hooking up your plasma TV | | | | plasma TV budget at work. |
| can be found in your owner's manual, take time to | | | | Electrical outlets should be close enough for use with |
| read it for helpful advice and instructions of a plasma | | | | out the use of extension cords, which can become a |
| TV hook up. | | | | fire hazard. Be sure that there are enough electrical |
| When considering cable connections use the highest | | | | outlets close by to suit your plasma TV hook up |
| quality that is within your TV budget. | | | | needs. |
| Use a length of cable that is required for proper | | | | Remember to register your plasma TV warranty and |
| connection. Using a cable that is too long can cause | | | | utilize any rebates or special money saving offers. In |
| problems with receiving a good signal and display while | | | | addition, be sure to keep all paper work, boxes and |
| damaging your plasma TV system components. | | | | packing material in case a unit may needs to be sent in |
| Never stretch a short cable; this can cause problems | | | | for repairs or replacement. Systems are much safer |
| with the audio and video interconnections. Instead, add | | | | to ship in their original boxes. |