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Give Your Room Some Old World Charm with an Art Easel TV Stand and Mount

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When you look at an artist easel, you may not think of it as a place to set your flat-screen but minimalism-infused design trends have meant a new kind of screen presentation coming to market. If you want a way to show off your taste and style, for display screens between 45” and 65”, you can now set it up on an art easel as an alternative to a regular stand or wall mount.

Why would you want to set up a TV on an art easel? Isn’t this dangerous? If you’re converting a normal easel, yes it can be very risky to set a screen in it. That said, the Monoprice-designed TV easel stand is set to carry a screen up to 77 pounds in size. Its ergonomic design ensures your screen remains affixed where it should be, never falling over and kept stylishly positioned at optimum viewing levels.

If you’re an artist, you may appreciate continuing that art-friendly vibe. Just looking at this easel TV mount, anyone can appreciate its aesthetic. Unlike a standard TV setup or setting your screen up on a table, you’re saving space and the three-pronged stand allows for a free-flowing atmosphere. We don’t usually describe TV stands or wall mounts as ‘beautiful’ or ‘elegant’ but if there ever was one, this would be it.

A key feature of having an easel TV mount is also that the single tube mounting design is height adjustable. If you want your screen closer to the floor, you can make it so rather easily. If you require your TV to be elevated to a higher point so that more people can see it, you can also adjust it in the moment. Bring it to the angle that best suits your needs. On top of that, you have all the space you could want to manage your TV cables and wires. If the TV’s positioned somewhere with a lot of traffic, there are also safety brackets to add more stability.

It might not be for everybody. We know that. Surprisingly though, an art easel TV stand work well in rooms favoring a more vintage, 1970s-era inspired art look or alternatively, a modern contemporary minimalist design. It creates a very unique presentation for any media consumption, and is one that guests are not going to forget. If you like making an impression and/or want elements to add to your home that really make the space yours, home theater accessories and components a little off the beaten path work well.

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Should I Get a Tabletop TV Stand or a TV Wall Mount

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TV wall mounts are tremendously popular in today’s home theater, media, and entertainment technology community. That said, not everyone’s so excited about them. For some, a simple tabletop TV setups is still ideal. There are definitely advantages and disadvantages to both, tabletop TV stands and TV wall mounts. Here are some of the reasons you may take one over other.

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TV wall mounts really create the sense that you’re watching a film, television show, sports game, or media in a theatre setting. It looks professional, high-class, and can transform the media entertainment system experience if you haven’t used one before. There are also a number of different TV wall mount types to choose from, including more affordable basic models for under $7 and gradually more expensive ones depending on what features you want. You can add a tilt, swivel, full-motion, or pull-down over-the-fireplace type mount.

There aren’t really any big drawbacks to TV wall mounts except for the fact that some rooms aren’t built to handle them. If you don’t have an ideal wall to install a mount on, that could motivate one to go with a tabletop stand.

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TV tabletop stands

TV tabletop stands are meant to sit on a table and hold your HD flat-screen suspended. It’s identical to a wall mount except of instead of mounting it to a wall, you’re simply elevating the screen up and slightly above the table. People prefer TV tabletop stands at times because the height’s adjustable, they feel the installation is more secure when it’s fixated to a flat surface as opposed to a wall, and managing a lot of cables, consoles, media boxes, HDTV antennas, or other sources of media is more accommodating.

The biggest disadvantage of a tabletop TV stand is that it takes up space. With a wall mount, screens are put up against a wall which means no space taken away from a room. Using a tabletop stand, you’re in need of a table obviously.

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Which one’s better?

If you have a lot attached to your TV, a tabletop TV stand’s can be set up on something where you’ll be able to install all those consoles and devices. Using a TV wall mount, you’ll need to set up mounts for each device.

If you’re looking for a slicker, cleaner setup and have minimal devices to hook up, a TV wall mount’s a great option. You can combine it with some speaker mounts or speaker stands and really give it the look of a high-class, luxurious home theater setup.

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Mount your TV while Keeping Things Simple, Fast, and Easy

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The process of installing a TV wall mount and then, mounting your flat-screen can take time and effort. Done incorrectly and you could wind up with a damaged wall or TV. Unfortunately, poor TV wall mount installations are common. Equipment not mounted to studs and/or not enough screws are two of the several mistakes one can make when trying to mount. Alternatively, here are a few ways to keep things simple, fast, and easy.

 

Plan ahead.

 

Knowing what devices you need to connect, the cables you’ll need, your speaker system, and any shelving units or cabinets required to house your devices, make a plan as to how you want to proceed. You may choose to use certain devices wireless while in other households, it may be better to go with a wired Ethernet connection. Light, wall support, and height all need to factor in, when deciding where to place your TV wall mount.

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Buy the correct cables.

You don’t want to have everything in its right place only to find out you don’t have the right cables or enough of them. If you’re concerned about the number of cables you have, consider a surge protector to keep things safe and hazard-free. You will also want to buy some cable ties if you’re going to have more than two or three cables. These ties can help keep wire together and organized.

 

Ventilation.

Every electronic device needs space to ventilate, as they all create heat which can damage them or shorten their lifespan. Therefore, ensure you’ve left a little space behind the TV set to ensure it does not overheat in any way. Any cabinetry you use for devices should also have ventilation holes to allow heat to escape. For device-heavy households, they may choose to install a cabinet cooling fan if everything’s locked in.

 

Use the studs.

The best advice we can give anyone when it comes time to affix your mount to the wall is to find the studs and use them. There is no point in mounting a flat-screen if there aren’t studs to attach the mount to. Be sure to use a stud finder and use those studs as a means of securing your wall mount. They will help in ensuring the weight of a flat-screen does not cause any damage to the wall.

 

Using these tips, we’re confident installing a TV wall mount will be simpler, faster, and easier all-around. Choose from Canada’s best TV wall mounts today at PrimeCables.

Where to Mount your TV Wall Mount in the Home for Maximum Viewing

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Unpacking your new TV wall mount, you likely already have ideas on where you want to install it. As you begin to set up though, you may find the studs aren’t where you expect them to be, sunlight may be an issue, or you may be facing safety hazards. Even a lightweight flat-screen can easily weigh 20 or 30 pounds. You don’t want it falling off the wall because the mount is not properly affixed. Here are some things to consider when mounting your TV wall mount.

The traditional mounting places for a TV wall mount.

Mounting your TV in the living room across from the couch is traditional. That said, you’ll want to consider where your light sources are, including window and lamps. Do you think the light from the window could create glare on your flat-screen during the day – if so, you might want to change the location. If your wall’s brick, that could also complicate things compared to mounting on drywall which simply requires you to find the studs. Ultimately, wherever you install your wall mount, maximize it for your comfort.

More unique mounting places for a TV mount.

There are other places to mount the TV in the home but you always want to be aware of what’s around it and the risks. For example, the kitchen is a popular place to mount a TV but you may have splatter from cooking or steam damage it. Alternatively, if you mount your TV outside, this involves navigating many hazards. A home gym, a man-cave in the basement, a she-shed, or bathroom are all areas that need to be evaluated for possible complications.

Where you should never put a TV wall mount.

Don’t put a TV wall mount anywhere that is not safe or comfortable. If it’s not securely mounted to studs, don’t do it. Also, if your TV’s too close to the ground and there’s a risk of a toddler or pet knocking it over, or if it’s somewhere with cables hanging down, you may wish to re-adjust where you’re putting it. Although you can mount a TV over a fireplace, you should have a fireplace-specific TV wall mount to ensure there’s no risk of electronics or cables being exposed to heat.

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How Does 4K Compare to 1080p, 720p, and other High-Definition Formats – read here!

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Looking to buy a new TV, it’s easy to get caught up in the different high-definition resolutions. Beginning with 720p, they only go up from there with 1080p, 1440p, UHD, 2K, 4K, and even 8K. Encountering all this bewildering terminology, you might not know what the best TV deal is for your space. Keep in mind, it’s not always the highest quality TV.

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Let’s start with what’s at the top of the line, which is 8K and 4K. Currently, there are no consumer TVs available with 8K resolution. Although you may have heard about 8K resolution, a lot of publicity has been generated at industry tech shows. Experts predict, at the earliest, 8K TVs are not expected to arrive until 2023. Therefore, the best thing going right now are 4K TVs.

 

4K is equal to 4360p – essentially 4 times as detailed as 1080p resolution. By 2020, consumer trends show that roughly half of consumer TVs in North America will be 4K. 4K resolution uses 4096×2160 pixels, although different variations exist. Unlike other resolutions, ‘4K’ highlights that your flat-screen’s resolution is over 4K and doesn’t dictate by how much. One standard of 4K which is popular is UHD or ‘ultra high-definition’.

 

The next step down from 4K is 1080p TVs, which provide a resolution of 1920×1080 pixels and are oftentimes referenced as FHD or ‘full high-definition’. The ‘p’ in 1080p stands for ‘progressive scan’ which indicates frames drawn in sequence on screen. Comparatively, non-p TVs use interlaced video wherein odd and even lines are drawn alternately –common in analog signals and TVs.

 

Then, there is 720p which is roughly half the detail of 1080p. There are few flat-screens sold with 720p just because of how popular 1080p has proven to be. 1080p is the normal quality you’ll find across Netflix, YouTube, and your high-definition satellite channels.

 

Although normally we may recommend going for a 4K or 1080p TV, if you’re searching for something small or mid-sized, you’ll be overpaying on a 1080p flat-screen and especially on a 4K model. For mid-sized rooms, we recommend going with a 720p TV as this will help cut down on costs. You’re also likely to not even notice the difference in quality, because of the size of the screen. Applied to larger screens, yes, evidently, there is a difference and so you may want to select at least 1080p in that example.

 

So do you really need the highest quality TV with the most amount of detail – no, absolutely not. Though we may be living in a 4K era, not all households need a 4K TV. Again, most wouldn’t even notice the difference between 4K and something with a little less definition.

Has the Super Bowl Inspired you to Buy a New TV and Mount – get it from PrimeCables!

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The big game has passed and the Super Bowl has ushered in the end of yet another NFL season. For those of us who don’t have the luxury of having a big flat-screen at home, we might go to a friend’s place to catch the game.

 

Now that that’s past though, do you really want to do another Super Bowl without your own upgraded, advanced tech flat-screen – probably not. If you’re looking to get a new TV and TV wall mount before next year’s Super Bowl, come to PrimeCables.

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Browse some of the best mid-sized TVs at the lowest prices in Canada. Choose from our top two favourites – a 32” high-definition flat-screen TV for $138.88, or a 43” 1080p flat-screen for $297.99. Depending on the size of your space, one of these may be more appealing than the other.

 

Needless to say, TV deals don’t come better than PrimeCables’. Anyone who wants to shell out $1,000s for a 4K TV, absolutely go for it. If you’re looking to save some money though, you can still get a great looking flat-screen without spending a ton.

 

After you have your flat-screen TV set up at home, you may want to prop it up with a TV wall mount. You can really get things looking amazing, just like if you were watching a movie at a theatre. And, again, you don’t need to spend $1,000s to get this look. Thousands of DIY home theater setups in Canada and the US spend only a few $100, and they’re able to have it all.

 

Browsing PrimeCables’ catalogue, you’ll find wall mounts such as a heavy-duty tilting model for $19.99, a full-motion model for $39.99, a dual LCD monitor desk mount if you’re handling flat-screen computer monitors as well for $39.99, and more.

 

Some of the top rated TVs and wall mounts in Canada can be found through PrimeCables. Before the next Super Bowl comes around, shop your best TV and mount from us. Receive fast, free shipping on all orders above $49. There’s also free returns and a 1-year product guarantee, ensuring you’re fully satisfied with the product you receive.

 

Also, you get the huge bonus of for the rest of the year sans Super Bowl, you’ll still have your entire home theater setup there to watch movies, binge-watch TV, and enjoy other sports. Please feel free to look at other home theater accessories from PrimeCables as well, such as 4K smart media streaming boxes, HDTV antennas, speaker systems, and more! Shop with us today.

Should I Use a Projector for my Home Theater and How to Connect your Smartphone

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Although so many of are chasing 4K TVs, 1080p TVs, and all sorts of flat-screens, going with a projector for your home theater system can be way more affordable alternative.

Let us share a little secret about home theater projectors. The screen size is adjustable and you can connect your smartphone and/or almost any device to your projector. Whether you’re watching Netflix, enjoying a full-length movie on your Blu-ray player, or catching up with something on your DVR, you can still enjoy all these things on a projector.

 

All in all, you won’t need to spend $1,000s on a massive flat-screen. You can get the same sized screen with a projector at a fraction of what you’d spend on a 4K TV. There’s almost no comparison, cost-wise. This is a massive reason why many Canadians choose to go with a projector over a screen.

 

Using a projector, you’ll also notice how it saves on space. For example, you can mount a projector against the back wall and you don’t need to contend with setting it up on a table. You’ll also save on not having a big screen on a mount or TV table. It can be a big change for some households but we’ve heard very few regrets after they’ve made the change. You don’t even need to have a projector screen set up per se in order to enjoy your projector.

 

If you’re looking to connect your smartphone, it’s very easy to do. If your projector or anything connected to it such as a media streaming box is not Bluetooth-enabled, you can use an HDMI to USB cable or adapter to make that connection. As long as you have the right equipment, it’s as easy as plugging in your smartphone to get it synced up.

 

Universally speaking, so much of us prefer flat-screens but we haven’t tried a projector as an alternative. If you’re serious about creating a theatrical home theater system, a projector really does make it feel like you’re watching in a theater. It’s a great way to enjoy 1080p movies, binge-watching Netflix, watching sports with friends, or enjoying yourself on a night-off. Consider it the next time you’re looking to upgrade to something new for your home theater system.

 

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Not Only Best Buy Offers the Cheapest 1080p TV Deals during Boxing Day Sale

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PrimeCables TV deals are some of the best in Canada. In celebration of Boxing Day 2018, see discounts up to 70 percent off select home theater products and save hundreds!

 

The biggest and cheapest 1080p TV Boxing Day deal we have going is the PrimeCables 43” FHD LED TV with IPS LCD panel television at a price discount of $200 off! Receive a final sales price of $297.99 with fast, free shipping included to anywhere in Canada.

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Some of the great features you’ll find on the PrimeCables 43” 1080p TV includes a backlit display featuring crisp, clear picture quality, a 60Hz refresh rate to reduce motion blur, dual 8-watt speakers for an enhanced audio experience, multi-channel audio receiver and surround sound system outputs, and alternative connectivity options including 3 HDMI inputs, on VGA, and one component.

 

Though we might think of places like Best Buy and Walmart as our go-to places to shop cheap deals this Boxing Day, in the past few years, PrimeCables has also become a Canadian favourite. Home theater enthusiasts can relish in finding the best Boxing Day post-Christmas sales on not only TVs but also media streaming devices, TV wall mounts, high-definition TV antennas, cables, adapters, switches, A/V cables, HDMI cables, and smart home accessories.

 

Please feel encouraged to browse the catalogue ahead of time and save your favourites. Remember, our Boxing Day sales are only on while quantities last. So if price is a strong consideration this December, you can save quite a chunk of change shopping with PrimeCables. There’s no need to sort through what’s left at your local corporate retailer’s brick and mortar store. Instead, grab a cup of tea, curl up on the couch, and stay at home. It’ll require a lot less effort, will save you money, and you won’t need to do much more than relax.

 

This Boxing Day, you may want to check out some of our other offers, including 3-in-1 deals. Buy a high-definition 720p 32” television with an HDMI cable and HDTV antenna for only $159.99, or purchase the same 720p 32” television with an HDMI cable and 4K Android smart TV box for $189.99. Any of these options are great for watching movies, playing video games, and binge-watching your favourite television program.

 

This Boxing Day, visit PrimeCables and know your dollar will be well spent here. As Canadians’ shopping habits have continued to change, so many are going to online shopping. Shop with a Canadian-made company in PrimeCables and see no need to venture anywhere outside the house for Boxing Day 2018!

How to Connect a MacBook to a TV

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Connecting your MacBook to a TV is made easy thanks to this official PrimeCables guide! Remember, contemporary MacBooks are unlike their predecessors in the sense that they use a single video port instead of a mini DisplayPort slot. This must be taken into account when connecting a MacBook to your TV.

 

The first step is to identify which video ports you are working with. Anything produced after 2015 should have a single USB Type-C port. If you are using a MacBook manufactured 2011 or earlier, expect to find a mini DisplayPort. Next, ensure your MacBook has been charged. Newer MacBooks use the same port to charge and act as an output, thereby it will need to be charged before plugging it into the TV.

 

From here, you’ll need to purchase a MacBook adapter cable, more specifically an adapter for USB-C to HDMI. MacBooks using mini DisplayPort connectors will need a DisplayPort to HDMI adapter cables. Also, if you don’t know where to find a cable adapter like this, you can search one out on PrimeCables’ site. There you’ll find great deals on cables, adapters, and PC accessories. Needless to say, it’s a sit well worth bookmarking. You should be able to find a cheap adapter cable that is still high quality and well manufactured.

 

After you have your adapter in-hand and before connecting anything, shut off the TV as not to accidentally damage anything. Next, plug in the HDMI connector into your TV’s port. Ensure it’s fully inserted. Next, attach the other end of the cable to your MacBook.

 

Now, turn on your TV and switch it to the HDMI input.  There, you should see your MacBook’s screen displayed on your flat-screen in crystal clear resolution. If there are any issues, go to your MacBook, click on the Apple menu, go into ‘System Preferences’, click on ‘Displays’, and then, you should be able to change resolutions accordingly. If your TV is high-definition, you can play with the resolution to maximize the viewing experience as you prefer it. You may also want to open the sound menu, click ‘Output’, and select the speakers you want access to.

 

It’s that simple! That’s how you connect your MacBook to a TV. If you run into any trouble, it should be relatively straightforward to find a solution via the inputs on your flat-screen or using your MacBook.

 

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Basic Knowledge before Purchasing your TV on Black Friday

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If you find yourself waiting for Black Friday to buy a TV, you’re not alone. These are some basics we think you should know before spending any money prior to the biggest shopping day of the year.

 

Remember, even if you don’t live in a household where you watch a lot of TV, when you need your TV, you’ll be glad to have it. Every year in North America, more than 10 percent of the population buys a new flat-screen in the weeks leading up to February’s Super Bowl. Despite this, the best deals on high-definition flat-screens tend to come in November with Black Friday. Be it small, medium sized, or large; or 720p, 1080p, or 4K, there are deals on everything top to bottom worth considering this Black Friday if you’re in the market.

 

1080p is still the preferred video resolution in 2018

 

The most preferred resolution for computer monitors, projector video quality, and TVs, especially if it’s a screen larger than thirty-five inches, is 1080p. Settling for anything less, you’ll notice degradation of detail and loss of quality. That said, 720p is also high quality and can capture significant detail. If you’re shopping solely for a 4K TV, know that in order to achieve 4K video quality, one must have not only screen capabilities but the right mix of cables, receivers, and home theater elements. For many households, seeing everything in 4K just won’t be possible.

 

Canadians believe bigger is better – in numbers and in size

 

Your Black Friday 2018 TV is likely going to be bigger in size than what you’ve had previously. Canadians love bigger TVs and more advanced specifications, even if they don’t necessarily know what they mean or plan to use them like that. If you’re looking to save money, you may not need to get all the specifications up to their maximum capacity. Know why you’re using your television and buy accordingly. Size is something easily seen and though it’s not everything, an appropriate size for the room can really enhance the home theater experience.

 

There are cheaply priced TVs out there made high quality

 

Though the TV industry focused a lot on branding, Canadian consumer behaviour show us branding doesn’t mean a whole lot. A lot of the time, consumers want the cheapest TV possible without compromising too much on the quality. Naturally, that varies from person to person though. That said, just because it’s a Samsung HDTV 1080p, that doesn’t mean it’s right for your home. You may find you’ll be paying more for a Samsung product, in comparison with an off-brand television from a lesser known competitor. There are lower-priced high quality alternative out there worth browsing.

 

To shop your favourite Black Friday 2018 TVs, monitors, projector screens, and more, visit PrimeCables for the best deals in Canada!