How to Install a Plasma TV on a Pedestal

A plasma TV set delivers a brilliant, high-definition picture and digital sound, but the television must be at a reasonable height for viewing to get the most enjoyment out of your investment. If you don't want to wall-mount the set, one solution is to install a pedestal base on the TV. Some sets come with a pedestal that can be connected or removed for wall mounting. Pedestal TV stands also are available with storage underneath for holding electronic equipment. The pedestal typically comes with all the necessary hardware for mounting the TV. Does this Spark an idea?

Instructions

1

Fold the blanket several layers thick into a size at least large enough to cover the screen size of the plasma set. Place the blanket on the floor.

2

Place the TV on the blanket with the screen side facing downward. Locate the hardware mounting holes on the back of the TV. Depending on the screen size of your plasma set, you will find two rows of two or three mounting holes.

3

Position the two mounting brackets on the pedestal over the mounting holes on the rear of the TV. Align the holes in the brackets with the holes on the television.

4

Set up your hardware. Each screw for connecting to the TV typically comes with a washer that must slide over the screw before inserting into the bracket holes for attaching to the television. The washer provides extra support.

5

Twist each screw completely through the pedestal bracket and into the mounting hole on the television, tightening with a screwdriver.

6

Raise the plasma set and pedestal together with the help of a friend, and move the components to the desired spot in your viewing room. Lift the TV and pedestal as though they were one unit, supporting the weight of both equally.