Heavy duty but with a downsideMay 22, 2008 0 out of 3 found this review helpful
I bought the tilting version for a Sony XBR4 52 inch to install above my gas fireplace.
KNOBS: It was self installed with a friend which with simple instructions was easy enough. It was only when hanging the TV that I really wished I had a good view of how well the TV was seated on the base attached to the wall. So loosening the tilt knobs was necessary to get a good view and tilt it forward. Now unless you have child-like arms or special tools your not going to be able to get your arm in that 2-3 inch gap to retighten the knobs with the TV now obstructing you, thus requiring taking the TV down, tightening and hanging again. For added fun, the knobs rear bolt is not seated in the metal so it requires, one hand to hold the back of the knob bolt and one to turn the front. If I was hanging from the ceiling like Mission Impossible I could have got a better angle for the tightening. WOULD love for locking angles instead of adjustable knob twisting. I am a first-time TV installer so now I have a preference. For the average guy trying the install it's something to think about.
HOOKS: The mounting arms connected to the TV would be better in my opinion by not having "highly" rounded edges on the hooks. I know when tilted the weight of the TV and the theft bar on the bottom should keep it taught enough from falling off the wall mount base, but with the questionable knob tightening, its a hairy combination that leaves me less than confident the TV won't fall with a mild tremor.
Get a good stud finder. The Black & Decker Wal-mart edition for 10 bucks was almost useless and would beep constantly even over obviously unstudded areas. Maybe something to do with the fireplace perhaps.
Overall I'm just happy enough, lazy enough or cheap enough not to have another mount shipped and give it another try.
As advertised, heavy dutyMay 12, 2008 4 out of 4 found this review helpful
If you have a stud finder and a drill, this is an easy installation. If not, I highly recommend pilot holes to ensure you mount this to a stud. All told, I used this to mount a 52" LCD and it has worked well. It is close to the wall but leaves just enough space so that HDMI or other connecting cords fit properly. Depending on TV size, there is some flexibility in lateral placement to help make sure everything is centered just right. As mentioned by many others, you will almost certainly want/need two people to lift the TV onto the mounted bracket. The best thing I can say about this product is that if I ever buy another flat panel, I will also buy one of these mounts. I know it is sturdy, stable, well-constructed, and simple.
Good mountMay 12, 2008 2 out of 2 found this review helpful
Mount was heavy duty and easy to put up. Had some problems attaching to the back of my tv, but customer service was helpful for finding attachment sites on the back of my panasonic plasma. Love the locking bar in the back to deter theft.
What I like most about the PDR Wall MountMay 9, 2008 3 out of 3 found this review helpful
Not only is it sturdy, I now have the ability to access the inputs and outputs located at the back of my television. I could not lift the television if I had to and now I can do my own hook ups without having to wait for someone to help me. This mount is a woman's equalizer. After you have the unit installled, if you have the knowledge but not the strength,you too, will have the freedom. I highly recommend this PDR Articulating Mount.
PDR Wall MountsApril 26, 2008 4 out of 4 found this review helpful
This is the second wall mount I've purchased. Both are extremely well made and include more than enough hardware pieces to mount any TV on any wall. Thanks PDF for a great product.
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