Plasma TV Stands Hold Television In Position For Viewing
Most new plasma televisions come from the factory equipped with stands to hold the television upright on a flat surface. That plasma TV stands that come with a new plasma television are designed for use with that specific model and may not be secure enough for different television sets. One of the advantages of the thinner profile plasma televisions is being able to mount them on the wall, but many still prefer to place them on stands that put them in a more comfortable position for viewing.
Due to the wide screen format of most plasma televisions, they usually will not physically fit into a traditional television spot in an entertainment center. However, most smaller units will fit, with more space above the television than most people are used to seeing. Using plasma TV stands the television can be placed on top of a flat stand or even a bedroom dresser depending on its size.
The size of the screen will determine the safest type of plasma TV stands to use with a particular model. Many of the larger screen, above 50-inches, will probably be saver with a long, slender stand instead of two small foot-shaped stands or one that swivels, allowing the screen to be turned for better viewing.
Double Check Security Of The Stand
In most cases the included plasma TV stands will hold the television securely, reducing the possibility of it tipping over. However, when the television is installed into its stands for the first time, it is a good idea to check and make sure it does not wobble if bumped. Especially if a large screen unit is going to be placed on a carpeted floor, the flexibility of the carpet may cause the unit to tip sue to being top heavy.
All plasma televisions should be handled with care as the screen is actually two thin pieces of glass holding the gas and color generators inside. If the television gets dropped or knocked over, it may ruin the picture, rendering the expensive equipment useless. The plasma TV stands should hold the unit securely allowing no opportunity to tip.
Sometimes people have their television mounted on the wall and then choose to use plasma TV stands to lower the screen. In the event replacement stands have to be purchased they are best purchased from the manufacturer or authorized representative to insure the replacements hold the television as securely as they are intended.
