Mirror TV Is Necessary In The Bathroom
Footballers have them, popstars have them, top hotels have them, but can you have one? The waterproof TV is often seen as one of the ultimate status symbols in a home or hotel room. Over recent years, advances in technology have made this kind of installation cheaper, and whilst it is still seen as something only millionaires can afford, it is possible to have your own bathroom TV at a reasonable cost.
The waterproof LCD TV is in a variety of finishes, including the popular mirror finish, which turns the TV screen into a stylish mirror when it is switched off. Installing the TV is a moderately difficult DIY project, but comprehensive instructions make this an easy task for any accomplished DIY enthusiast. The mirror TV is supplied in 2 boxes, the first contains an installation frame, which fits inside a standard plasterboard wall, simply cut a hole the correct size and fix the metal box in place. This box also includes the power cable, which runs through the wall cavity and can be plugged into a standard power socket (outside the bathroom, obviously).
Although it is possible to remove the screen from the front once it has been installed, it is difficult, so it is a good idea whilst installing the back box to also run cables for any source you may have the slightest chance of using. We think the essentials are a co-axial aerial cable, composite video, DVI cable, and fully-connected SCART cable, to allow for almost any device you may want to connect to the TV in the future. You will also need to run speaker cable to the speaker positions, the speakers need to be installed into separate holes, most people put them in the ceiling, but they could be installed in a wall if required. A single stereo speaker is included with the television, but you can request that any speakers from the AQ range of waterproof speakers be included with your TV.
Once you have the back box in place, the front s easy to install. The Second box contains the actual TV screen. The screen fixes to the back with velcro along the top and bottom edges, so it is as simple as connecting the cables and pushing it into place. We would recommend testing the TV to ensure all the connections work correctly before putting it into the wall, as the velcro holds securely, making it difficult to remove the TV once it is in place. The plastic trim can be stuck into place to cover the join and complete the installation. If required, the TV can be removed using suction pads. Ones designed for handling glass work best, but the suction type vehicle “dent remover” devices can be useful if used with care.