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Where do you put cable box for wall mounted TV?
All you need is to put the cable box behind the TV and ask a friend to change channels. You can mount one side into a stud if it is possible. Make sure no to drill a pilot hole when you mount the stud. For creating holes into a stud you need to use a mounting screw since the 3/16″ drill bit seems too large.
What do you do with the cable box when you mount a TV on the wall?
For those with numerous devices, sometimes storing their cable box and other media player electronics in an entertainment center, armoire, or other furniture is the best approach. Ideally, the furniture will have pre-cut holes for wires, or you’ll need to add some yourself.
Will cable box work behind TV?
As long as you’re within range of your cable box, your remote should work fine. Most Bluetooth devices will work up to 30 feet away and RF can go a bit farther.
How do I hide my cable box mounted TV?
How to hide a cable box Step 1: Placing the boxes. If your TV is fixed in one position once it’s mounted, you’ll need to install all of your soon-to-be-hidden hardware before you hang the TV. Step 2: Place velcro. Step 3: Install power strip. Step 4:Install infrared repeater. Step 5: Wrap wires.
How do I hide my virgin media wall mounted TV?
Option 1: Put them on a shelf or a furniture One of the options to hide a DVD player or virgin box when your TV is on the wall is to simply leave them on sight. If you don’t want to hang them on the wall, you can well place them on a shelf as well.
Can I put my cable box in a cabinet?
If there’s nowhere to hide your cable box, you can choose to put it in a nearby cabinet or closet and send the video signal and IR commands with a wireless HDMI kit. A basic kit, like the IOGEAR Wireless 4K @ 30Hz Video Extender with Local Pass-through, is easy to install and works at a distance of up to 150 feet.
How do I secure my cable box to the back of my TV?
If you have some space between the wall and the TV, attach the cable box to the back of the TV with cable ties. This is possible if the back of your TV or its mounting bracket has some places to thread the cable ties through. You could also use adhesive hanging strips to attach the cable box to the wall behind the TV.
How do I hide my Comcast cable box?
If you want to keep your TV Box or TV Adapter out of sight and still use your remote control to change channels, you’ll need to use an IR Extender or IR Receiver. An IR Extender or IR Receiver is included with your TV Adapter equipment.
Does cable box have to be visible?
Many cable boxes use IR / Infrared which is a strong signal that can bounce off of walls, like a laser pointer. Line of sight is not required as long as there are semi-reflective surfaces (i.e. walls) near the cable box.
Can I Velcro a cable box behind TV?
The easiest place to hide a cable box is on the back of your wall mounted TV. We’d recommend using VELCRO® Brand Heavy Duty Strips to secure it in place – they can hold up to 7kg per 50 x 100mm strip so they’ll provide a secure, long-term hold.
Will cable box work behind glass?
Yes, quite well. Just make sure you have a clear sight line to the unit. boxes in front of it will stop the flow.
Can I put my cable box in another room?
You need to have a long cable(s) from where the cable box is to your TV. Run it across the floor, or through the walls to get it to the TV. If you want to control the cable box the remote control if infrared, must “see” the TV, visible line of sight.
Can Virgin box be hidden?
It uses RF technology, so you don’t have to constantly point it at the box in order for it to work. That means you can hide the box away in a cupboard, as opposed to having it on show. It’s pretty easy to end up losing technology, so you’ll be happy to know that the box comes with a ‘find my remote’ feature.
How do I hide all parts of my TV?
The simplest way to hide electronic gadgets from your TV is to place them inside an entertainment center behind doors. Open the doors to watch TV and close the doors when you’re done. Your satellite or cable receiver and TV will be hidden as long as you remember to close the doors.
Can you put a Virgin box on its side?
Your Hub works best when it’s standing on its base, lights facing into the room. Make sure its not lying on its side, as it will not perform very well in that position. Your wireless signal is strongest when you’re in line-of-sight of your Hub.
How do I hide mindfully Gray on cable box?
You simply adhere the receiver to the back of your TV (it comes with 3M tape on the back, you just gotta stick it on) and connect the receiver into the repeaters box and then to an outlet.
