LCD/Plasma TV Wall Mount
Installation Manual
Fits TVs 37"- 60"
Maximum Load Capacity – 165 lb (74.8 kg)
Safety precautions
Follow these precautions to ensure safe installation and mounting of your flat panel TV.
1. Make sure these instructions are read and completely |
understood before attempting installation. If you |
are unsure of any part of this installation, contact a |
professional installer for assistance. |
2. The wall or mounting surface must be capable of |
supporting the combined weight of the wall mount and |
the display; otherwise the structure must be reinforced. |
3. Protective eye wear and proper tools must be used. |
A minimum of two people are required for this |
installation. Failure to use safety gear and/or attempting |
this installation alone can result in property damage, |
serious injury, or death. |
Package Contents
Bag # | (Ref) Item (Qty) |
| (A) M4x12 Bolt (x4) |
1 | (B) M4x30 Bolt (x4) |
| (C) M4 Lock Washer (x4) |
| (D) M5x12 Bolt (x4) |
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(E) M5x30 Bolt (x4)
| (F) M5 Lock Washer (x4) |
| (G) M6x12 Bolt (x4) |
3 | (H) M6x35 Bolt (x4) |
Mounting the wall plate
Drywall Installation
Important! For safety, this mount must be secured to two adjacent wood studs no less than 16” apart.
1. | Using a stud finder, locate and mark two adjacent studs |
2. | for securing the mount. |
Place the wall plate against the wall and level it using | |
3. | the bubble guide. |
Mark four locations (two per stud) on the wall where | |
| the mount will be secured. Be sure to use the center of |
4. | each stud. |
Remove the wall plate and drill a 1/4“ (6 mm) pilot hole | |
| at each location using an electric drill. |
Attaching the Arms to the TV
Fig. 3
Attach the arms to the back of your display.
Important! Use extra care during this part of the installation. Avoid laying your display face down if possible as it may damage the viewing surface.
Final Installation and
Adjustment
1.With the help of another person, carefully lift your display and place it on the wall plate (Fig. 5). Do not release the display until the mounting arms have securely hooked onto the crossbars!
MAF80BK
Thank you for choosing the RCA MAF80BK Universal Flat Panel TV Wall Mount. This mount can be used for all major brands of 37" - 60" flat panel TVs, 165 lbs (74.8 kg) or under. This wall mount features a
WARNING: Use of this mount with a TV weighing over 165 lbs. or with a screen larger than 60" could cause the mount to fail causing property damage and/or personal injury.
Limited Lifetime Warranty
Audiovox Electronics Corporation (the “Company”) warrants to you the original retail purchaser of this product that should it, under normal use and conditions, be proven defective in material or workmanship during its lifetime while you own it, such defect(s) will be repaired or replaced (at the Company’s option) without charge for parts and repair labor.
To obtain repair or replacement within the terms of this Warranty, the product is to be delivered with proof of warranty coverage (e.g. dated bill of sale), specification of defect(s), transportation prepaid, to the Company at the address shown below. Do not return this product to the Retailer.
4. | Follow all instructions and recommendations regarding |
| adequate ventilation and suitable locations for mounting |
| your display in the owner‘s manual for your display. |
| Be sure you have purchased the correct wall mount |
5. | for your TV. Recheck the size and weight constraints. |
Gather all necessary tools before you begin | |
| installation. You will need a #3 bit Phillips screwdriver, |
| electric drill, drill bit (included), level (integrated level |
| on product), stud finder, and hammer (for brick and |
6. | concrete installations). |
It is essential for the wall mount plate to be attached | |
7. | to wall studs. (Use a stud finder.) |
Use the included hardware for mounting purposes. | |
| This hardware has been provided to ensure a safe and |
8. | secure mount. |
Hire a licensed electrician to relocate an electrical | |
9. | outlet, if needed. |
Be sure to purchase wires long enough to connect | |
| the TV to the audio and video components in your |
| installation. |
10.We recommend you hire a professional installer, | |
| if you have any concerns about installing the TV |
| wall mount yourself. |
Keep your sales receipt to obtain warranty parts and service and for proof of purchase. Attach it here and record the model number. This number is located on the product.
Model No.___________________________________________
Purchase Date:_______________________________________
Dealer/Address/Phone_ ________________________________
(I) M6 Lock Washer (x4) |
(J) M8x16 Bolt (x4) |
4
(K) M8x40 Bolt (x4)
| (L) M8 Lock Washer (x4) |
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| (M) Small Spacer (x4) |
5 | (N) Large Spacer (x4) |
| (O) M6 Washer (x4) |
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| (P) Concrete Anchor (x6) |
6
(Q) M8x63 Hex Bolt (x6)
(R) Hex Bolt Washer (x6)
7 | (S) Drill Bit (1) |
5. With the help of another person, replace the wall |
plate and level it using the bubble guide. Fix it to the |
wall using the Lag Bolts (Q) and Lag Bolt Washers (R) |
provided (Fig. 1). |
Fig. 1
Attach the wall plate to the wall.
6.Do not
7.Attach the cable manager to the middle of the top crossbar (Fig. 2).
Fig. 2 Attach the cable manager to the top crossbar.
1.Examine the back of your television. If the back of your display is flat, you will be using one of the shorter bolts from the hardware kit. If the back of your display is curved or recessed, you will be using one of the longer bolts and a spacer (Fig. 4).
For displays with flat | For displays with curved |
backs... | or recessed backs... |
Fig. 4 - Use a longer bolt and spacer for displays with curved or recessed backs. Do not use the M6 Washer (O) if you are using the M8 Bolts (J or K).
2. Determine the correct diameter bolt to use by trying |
one bolt each from Bags 1 - 4 of the hardware kit. Do |
not force any of the bolts – if you feel resistance stop |
immediately to avoid damaging your display. |
3. Attach the arms to the back of your display |
using the bolts identified in Steps 1 and 2 and the |
corresponding Lock Washer (C, F, I, or L) (Fig. 4). You |
Fig. 5
Carefully hook the
display onto the wall plate.
2.Move the safety tab located on each arm into position to avoid having the display accidentally lifted from the mount. A padlock can be inserted into one of the tabs to help prevent theft of your display (Fig. 6).
Fig. 6
A small padlock can be used to help prevent theft of your display (padlock not included).
3.The cable manager can be used to keep your power cord and other A/V cables in order.
4.To adjust the tilt position, have one person hold the display in position while another person loosens the two tilt adjustment knobs located on either side of the wall plate (Fig. 7). Once the knobs are loose, move the display to the desired angle.
Fig. 7 Loosen the adjustment knobs to change the tilt angle. There is one knob on each side of the mount.
This Warranty does not cover product purchased, serviced or used outside the United States or Canada.
This Warranty is not transferable and does not extend to costs incurred for installation, removal or reinstallation of the product. This Warranty does not apply if in the Company’s opinion, the product has been damaged through alteration, improper installation, mishandling, misuse, neglect, or accident.
THE EXTENT OF THE COMPANY’S LIABILITY UNDER THIS WARRANTY IS LIMITED TO THE REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT PROVIDED ABOVE AND, IN NO EVENT, SHALL THE COMPANY’S LIABILITY EXCEED THE PURCHASE PRICE PAID BY PURCHASER FOR THE PRODUCT.
This Warranty is in lieu of all other express warranties or liabilities. ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE SHALL BE LIMITED TO DURATION OF THIS WARRANTY. IN NO CASE SHALL THE COMPANY BE LIABLE FOR ANY CONSEQUENTIAL OR INCIDENTAL DAMAGES WHATSOEVER. No person or representative is authorized to assume for the Company any liability other than expressed herein in connection with the sale of this product.
Some states/provinces do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts or the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damage so the above limitations or exclusions may not apply to you. This Warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from state/province to state/province.
U.S.A.: Audiovox Electronics Corporation, 150 Marcus Blvd., Hauppauge, New York 11788
CANADA: Audiovox Return Center, c/o Genco, 6685 Kennedy Road, Unit 3, Door 16, Mississauga, Ontario L5T 3A5
Trademark(s) Registered, Marques Deposee, Marcas Registradas. All other brands and product names are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective owners.
©2008 Audiovox Accessories Corporation
111 Congressional Blvd., Suite 350 Carmel, IN 46032
Preparing to install
Before beginning the installation process, verify that you have all the necessary tools on hand. The following tools are required for proper installation:
Tools
#3 bit Phillips screwdriver
Stud finder
Electric drill
Drill bit (included)
5/16" (8mm) masonry drill bit for concrete/ brick installation
Level (integrated level on product)
Hammer (for concrete installations)
Product diagram
Adjustment Knobs
Integrated Bubble Level
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Concrete/Brick Installation
1.Place the wall plate against the wall and level it using the bubble guide.
2.With the help of another person, mark off six (6) locations for fixing the mount to the wall.
3.Place the wall plate aside and drill a hole at each location using a 5/16” (8 mm) masonry bit. Remove any excess dust from the holes.
4.Insert one Concrete Anchor (P) into each hole. A hammer can be used to lightly tap the anchors into place if necessary.
5.With the help of another person, replace the wall plate and level it using the bubble guide. Fix it to the wall using the Lag Bolts (Q) and Lag Bolt Washers (R) provided (Fig. 1).
6.Do not
7.Attach the cable manager to the middle of the top crossbar (Fig. 2).
will need to use the M6 Washers (O) if you are using |
the M4, M5, or M6 bolts. If your display has a curved or |
recessed back, you may also need to use a Spacer (M or |
N). |
4. Make sure the screws are snug, but do not |
Specifications
Model: | MAF80BK |
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Description: | RCA Universal Flat Panel TV |
| Wall Mount |
TV Size Range: | 37" – 60" |
Maximum Load: | 165 lbs. (74.8kg) |
Minimum Profile: | 3.1" (7.9 cm) |
Tilt: | +/- |
Universal VESA Compatibility
Integrated Bubble Level
Cord Management
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