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I'm getting ready to hang a 50" flat panel TV on a wall for a customer. I don't know what to run from the cable box up to the TV. There are always too many choices on connecting these systems, well at least enough to confuse me. I could use some help. Here's what I plan to run:

Power for a receptacle behind the TV
HDMI cable from cable box to TV

The only other thing I can think of is something from a DVD player to the TV. Is this three single A/V cables with the built in push on connectors? Are there color standards for the cables?

Am I missing anything?

Mike
 
You need monster cable it has every thing in one bundle. With the exception of 120 volt outlet. You run the monster cable to the dvd player
You run your speaker and cable wires to the dvd player.
 
buckofdurham said:
You need monster cable it has every thing in one bundle. With the exception of 120 volt outlet. You run the monster cable to the dvd player
You run your speaker and cable wires to the dvd player.
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I already have the HDMI cable and some A/V cables so I'm reluctant to buy more if what I have will do.

Doesn't the HDMI cable run to the cable box (not the DVD player)?

Do I need speaker wires? Doesn't the TV have an internal speaker? I'm not doing any surround sound, just the sound that comes from the TV speaker. I was assumming the TV had a built-in speaker.
 
If you plan on playing movies it will need to go to the dvd area with cable box their as well.
I've only done one. May be some one else will tune in. If not go to best buy or circuit city. They will have all the answers.
 
buckofdurham said:
You need monster cable it has every thing in one bundle. With the exception of 120 volt outlet. You run the monster cable to the dvd player
You run your speaker and cable wires to the dvd player.
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Monster cable is a brand name. which one are you talking about? i'd like to check it out.
 
Mike, what are you using to switch your audio and video sources? The TV itself, or do you have an AV receiver?

The rule is to use whichever is the best connection that each source and destination equipment has available.

Tell you what. If you'd like to talk AV, you may PM me for my number. A 10-minute phone call could take days here.

I'll be happy to relate results for anyone who wants to know the outcome of questions, so the forum is still in the loop.


Oh, yeah: Monster Cable is a brand, and in my opinion, you can get equal results for less money.
 
monster cable is a complete waste of money, seriously.

I run a 2" conduit from the media center to the rear of the tv.

different components require different cables. I have a harman/kardon receiver that requires an output for each type of input; I have HDMI, S-Video and composite video cables going to my TV. I think there are some newer units that will upconvert everything for use with HDMI or component video.

it really depends on what your customer is going to have going to the TV. the conduit is a good idea though just to be safe. Try to sell the customer a receptacle with built-in surge protection behind the TV as well.
 
Sheesh, I guess I need to upgrade. ;)

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At least you don't have a rotary tuning dial.

I remember helping my dad hook up a UHF tuner to our Olympic color TV.
 
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HI>> just a comment>> one of my customers has a hdtv & his system is wireless between the tv & all other boxes. I had heard of before but never knew it really was available. It requires power to the tv only then the rest is wireless..soooo???the age of technology!!! many thanks & work safe.
 
LarryFine said:
Mike, what are you using to switch your audio and video sources? The TV itself, or do you have an AV receiver?

The rule is to use whichever is the best connection that each source and destination equipment has available.
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Thanks Larry, PM sent.

No A/V receiver. Nothing but the cable box and the TV. The DVD is something I figure they will get in the future, so I want to run something to the TV that will make a DVD functional later without having to cut the wall and add cables later.

The TV is going over a fireplace, so running all likely needed cables now is my goal.
 
brantmacga said:
monster cable is a complete waste of money, seriously.

I run a 2" conduit from the media center to the rear of the tv.

different components require different cables. I have a harman/kardon receiver that requires an output for each type of input; I have HDMI, S-Video and composite video cables going to my TV. I think there are some newer units that will upconvert everything for use with HDMI or component video.

it really depends on what your customer is going to have going to the TV. the conduit is a good idea though just to be safe. Try to sell the customer a receptacle with built-in surge protection behind the TV as well.
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I can see how running a 2" conduit could make the install future proof but I'm having to go across three studs with sheetrock. That would cut out too much of the studs.

My plan is to run a piece of NM-B for power and some 1" FMC for the remaining cables. I don't think I'll be able to add any cables later so I'm trying to get them all done now.
 
Wow - where to start.....

AV cable in walls need to be rated for such.... CL2 I think...

Other than HDMI cables 1" would be a waste of time, and even with HDMI difficult and depending on the head - not possible due to fancy molded crap arotund the connector - multiple cables - forget it... Depending on your needs - 2" is standard - or multiple smaller ones - but I would have the cable in hand before I would commit to smaller sizes. (I once used a HDMI with a head that could be pulled in 1/2" then a connector attached at each end - it sucked - failled 3X's and was a waste of time and money)

Cable path - in 2X walls - Down over and up or vise versa - depending on joist layout in the direction you want to go. Short of that - make 'em go to 6" wall, or false wall... Or - Cabinet design that accomdates this crap, or put the equipment on the otherside of the wall in some other cab.

Or - Baluns via smaller cable like cat-5 +/or cat-5Sh - but conduit is best....

I would not go smaller than 1 1/2" either EMT or LFMC and strip the sheath off - carefully trim the edges and 10 mil tape a bushing on both ends. It's easy to work with if you're carefull, and will hold up well if well supported then insulated with the wall. (And wont require stud removal to get it in) At both ends I usually use a RBS-16 or 24 with a 2g ring with one of these type things.... Outlet next to it.
 
mkgrady said:
I can see how running a 2" conduit could make the install future proof but I'm having to go across three studs with sheetrock. That would cut out too much of the studs.

My plan is to run a piece of NM-B for power and some 1" FMC for the remaining cables. I don't think I'll be able to add any cables later so I'm trying to get them all done now.
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take it in the attic.
 
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