Monthly Archives: October 2017

  1. Reverse Polarity SMA Male Crimp Connector For LMR-240 - Perfect For DIY Installs!

    Are you looking for a quick and easy DIY installation or repair for your coax cable? Our Reverse Polarity SMA Male connectors for LMR-240 will provide a simple solution for your wiring needs. For this installation you will need: A coax stripper, coax cable, a soldering iron, a crimp tool, and the SMA connector. The 3 piece connector consists of the connector housing, the pin, and the ferrule. Keep in mind, you will want to make sure that your coax stripper, crimp tool, and SMA connector match the coax cable that you are installing. Start by inserting the ferrule over the outer jacket of the cable. Then, using your cable stripper, strip back the outer jacket and dielectric. The advantage of using a cable stripper is that it will strip back the jacket and dielectric at the same time. Pull back the braided shield and Insert the pin onto the center conductor. Solder the pin onto the center conductor and insert the connector housing over the cable. Apply pressure and twist to make sure that connector fits into place. Then, slide up the ferrule to the base of the connector, folding the shield with it. Crimp the ferrule onto the outer jacket to complete termination. Give the connector a small tug to make sure it is properly seated. Congratulations, you have successfully installed the SMA connector. For all of your cable and connector needs, choose Show Me Cables

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  2. N Female Crimp Connector For Belden 9913 & LMR-400 - Perfect For DIY Installs!

    Are you looking for a quick and easy DIY installation or repair for your coax cable? Our N Female connectors for Belden 9913 & LMR-400 will provide a simple solution for your wiring needs. For this installation you will need: A coax stripper, coax cable, a soldering iron, a crimp tool, and the N-type connector. The 3 piece connector consists of the connector housing, the pin, and the ferrule. Keep in mind, you will want to make sure that your coax stripper, crimp tool, and connector match the coax cable that you are installing. Start by inserting the ferrule over the outer jacket of the cable. Then, using your cable stripper, strip back the outer jacket and dielectric. The advantage of using a cable stripper is that it will strip back the jacket and dielectric at the same time. Pull back the braided shield and Insert the pin onto the center conductor. Solder the pin onto the center conductor and insert the connector housing over the cable. Apply pressure and twist to make sure that connector fits into place. Then, slide up the ferrule to the base of the connector, folding the shield with it. Crimp the ferrule onto the outer jacket to complete termination. Give the connector a small tug to make sure it is properly seated. Congratulations, you have successfully installed the N-type connector. For all of your cable and connector needs, choose Show Me Cables

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  3. How To Hang The Ecore Ultra Slim TV Mount for 25-42" TV's - Install Made Easy!

    Have you recently purchased a new TV and need a way to mount it? Our Ecore line of TV brackets will be the perfect solution for your home theater needs. The Ultra Slim TV Wall Mount can accommodate 25-42 inch TV's up to 88 pounds and can support a tilt up to 30 degrees. Included with the bracket is all the hardware you need to install the TV wall mount bracket. The tools needed for this installation are: a drill with a quarter inch bit, a stud finder, a pencil, a screwdriver, a level, and a half inch socket with a drill attachment or a wrench. Locate the mounting points on the back of your TV. The bracket includes a set of universal screws that should fit most standard TV's and monitors. Lay the mounting arm onto the back of the TV, lining up the mounting holes. Then, begin to install the arms, using the screwdriver. Repeat this process for the other mounting arm. Using a stud finder, locate a stud to install the mounting bracket and mark the stud using your pencil. Then find the next nearest stud and mark that position as well. Drill the first pilot hole and position the plate on the wall. Then install the first mounting screw. Using a level find the proper position for the secondary mounting screw and mark with a pencil. Drill another pilot hole and install the second mounting screw. Drill the remaining pilot holes and install the final mounting screws. Now you are ready to mount the TV. Mount the TV onto the wall, making sure that the hooks of the arm securely grab the mounting plate. Tighten the safety screws on the bottom of the bracket from underneath the television. If needed, adjust the tension knobs to the desired tilt position. Congratulations, you have successfully installed the Ultra Slim TV Wall Mount Bracket.

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  4. How To Hang The Ecore Ultra Slim TV Mount for 32-65" TV's - Install Made Easy!

    Have you recently purchased a new TV and need a way to mount it? Our Ecore line of TV brackets will be the perfect solution for your home theater needs. The Ultra Slim TV Wall Mount can accommodate 32-65 inch TV's up to 110 pounds. Included with the bracket is all the hardware you need to install the TV wall mount bracket. The tools needed for this installation are: a drill with a quarter inch bit, a stud finder, a pencil, a screwdriver, and a half inch socket with a drill attachment or a wrench. Locate the mounting points on the back of your TV. The bracket includes a set of universal screws that should fit most standard TV's and monitors. Lay the mounting arm onto the back of the TV, lining up the mounting holes. Then, begin to install the arms, using the screwdriver. Repeat this process for the other mounting arm. Using a stud finder, locate a stud to install the mounting bracket and mark the stud using your pencil. Then find the next nearest stud and mark that position as well. Drill the first pilot hole and position the plate on the wall. Then install the first mounting screw. Using a level find the proper position for the secondary mounting screw and mark with a pencil. Drill another pilot hole and install the second mounting screw. Drill the remaining pilot holes and install the final mounting screws. Now you are ready to mount the TV. Mount the TV onto the wall, making sure that the hooks of the arm securely grab the mounting plate. The mounting arms feature release tabs for easy disconnect if the TV needs to be moved. Congratulations, you have successfully installed the Ultra Slim TV Wall Mount Bracket.

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  5. How To Hang The Ecore Low Profile TV Mount for 32-55" TV's - Install Made Easy!

    Have you recently purchased a new TV and need a way to mount it? Our Ecore line of TV brackets will be the perfect solution for your home theater needs. The Low Profile Tilting Wall Mount can accommodate 32-55 inch TV's, up to 66 pounds, and can support a tilt up to 20 degrees. Included with the bracket is all the hardware you need to install the TV wall mount bracket. The tools needed for this installation are: a phillips head screwdriver, a pencil, a stud finder, a drill with a quarter inch bit, and a level. Locate the mounting points on the back of your TV. The bracket includes a set of universal screws that should fit most standard TV's. Lay the mounting arm onto the back of the TV, lining up the mounting holes. Then, begin to install the arms, using the screwdriver. Repeat this process for the other mounting arm. Using a stud finder, locate a stud to install the mounting bracket and mark the stud using your pencil. Then, find the next nearest stud and mark with a pencil as well. Drill the first pilot hole and position the plate on the wall. Then install the first mounting screw. Using a level find the proper position for the secondary mounting screw and mark with a pencil. Drill another pilot hole and install the second mounting screw. Drill the remaining pilot holes and install the final mounting screws. Now you are ready to mount the TV. Mount the TV onto the wall, making sure that the hooks of the arm securely grab the mounting plate. Tighten the safety screws on the bottom of the bracket from underneath the television. If needed, adjust the tension knobs to the desired tilt position. Congratulations, you have successfully installed the Low Profile Tilting TV Wall Mount.

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  6. How To Hang The Ecore Ultra Slim TV Mount for 15-32" TV's - Install Made Easy!

    Have you recently purchased a new TV and need a way to mount it? Our Ecore line of TV brackets will be the perfect solution for your home theater needs. The Ultra Slim TV Wall Mount can accommodate 15-32 inch TV's up to 53 pounds. Included with the bracket is all the hardware you need to install the TV wall mount bracket. The tools needed for this installation are: a drill with a quarter inch bit, a stud finder, a pencil, and a screwdriver. Locate the mounting points on the back of your TV. The bracket includes a set of universal screws that should fit most standard TV's and monitors. Lay the mounting plate onto the back of the TV, lining up the mounting holes. Then, begin to install the arms, using the screwdriver. Using a stud finder, locate a stud to install the mounting bracket and mark the stud using your pencil. Drill the first pilot hole and position the plate on the wall. Then install the first mounting screw. Using a level find the proper position for the secondary mounting screw and mark with a pencil. Drill your secondary pilot hole at the bottom of the bracket and install the second mounting screw. The bracket is able to maintain full security with the two mounting screws. However, if additional security is preferred, you are able to use drywall anchors for the remaining two points. Now you are ready to mount the TV. Slide the mounting plate onto the mounting bracket to complete installation. Congratulations, you have successfully installed the Full Motion Articulating Wall Mount.

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  7. How To Hang The Ecore Articulating TV Mount for 10-23" TV's - Install Made Easy!

    Have you recently purchased a new TV and need a way to mount it? Our Ecore line of TV brackets will be the perfect solution for your home theater needs. The Full Motion Articulating TV Wall Mount can accommodate 10-23 inch TV's, up to 33 pounds, and features an 8 inch swing arm. Included with the bracket is all the hardware you need to install the TV wall mount bracket. The tools needed for this installation are: a phillips head screwdriver, a pencil, a stud finder, a drill with a quarter inch bit, and a level. Locate the mounting points on the back of your TV. The bracket includes a set of universal screws that should fit most standard TV's and monitors. Lay the mounting arm onto the back of the TV, lining up the mounting holes. Then, using the included screws, begin to install the arm using your screwdriver. Using a stud finder, locate a stud to install the mounting bracket and mark the stud using your pencil. Drill a pilot hole, using the drill, and place the bracket onto the wall. Insert the mounting screw and install using your screwdriver or drill. Drill your secondary pilot hole at the bottom of the bracket and install the second mounting screw. Now you are ready to mount the TV. Slide the mounting arm onto the bracket and tighten the tension bolt to lock them together. Adjust the TV to proper distance and balance with a level. Congratulations, you have successfully installed the Full Motion Articulating TV Wall Mount.

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  8. How To Hang The Ecore Articulating TV Mount for 32-65" TV's - Install Made Easy!

    Have you recently purchased a new TV and need a way to mount it? Our Ecore line of TV brackets will be the perfect solution for your home theater needs. The Full Motion Articulating TV Wall Mount can accommodate 32-65 inch TV's, up to 110 pounds, and features an 13 inch swing arm. Included with the bracket is all the hardware you need to install the TV wall mount bracket. The tools needed for this installation are: a drill with a quarter inch bit, a level, a stud finder, a pencil and a half inch socket with drill attachment or a wrench. Locate the mounting points on the back of your TV. The bracket includes a set of universal screws that should fit most standard TV's and monitors. Lay the mounting arm onto the back of the TV, lining up the mounting holes. Then, begin to install the arms, using the screwdriver. Repeat this process for the other mounting arm. Using a stud finder, locate a stud to install the mounting bracket and mark the stud using your pencil. Then, find the next nearest stud and mark with a pencil as well. Drill the first pilot hole and position the plate on the wall. Then install the first mounting screw. Using a level find the proper position for the secondary mounting screw and mark with a pencil. Drill your secondary pilot hole at the bottom of the bracket and install the second mounting screw. The bracket is able to maintain full security with the two mounting screws. However, if additional security is preferred, you are able to use drywall anchors for the remaining two points. Now you are ready to mount the TV. Mount the TV onto the wall, making sure that the hooks of the arm securely grab the mounting plate. Tighten the safety screws on the bottom of the bracket from underneath the television. If needed, adjust the tension knobs to the desired tilt position. Congratulations, you have successfully installed the Full Motion Articulating Wall Mount.

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  9. How To Install UHF Male (PL-259) Crimp Connector For RG8x & LMR-240

    Are you looking for a quick and easy DIY installation or repair for your coax cable? Our UHF Male Crimp connector for RG8x & LMR-240 will provide a simple solution for your wiring needs. The 2 piece connector is pre-installed with a solder cup. The only other piece to the connector is the crimp ferrule. For this installation you will need: A coax stripper, coax cable, a soldering iron, a crimp tool, and the UHF connector. Keep in mind, you will want to make sure that your coax stripper, crimp tool, and connector match the coax cable that you are installing. Start by inserting the ferrule over the outer jacket of the cable. Then, using your cable stripper, strip back the outer jacket and dielectric. The advantage of using a cable stripper is that it will strip back the jacket and dielectric at the same time. Pull back the braided shield and Insert the connector housing onto the cable. Solder the center conductor to the solder cup to make termination. Then, slide up the ferrule to the base of the connector, folding the shield with it. Crimp the ferrule onto the outer jacket to complete termination. Congratulations, you have successfully installed the UHF connector. For all of your cable and connector needs, choose Show Me Cables

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  10. How To Install UHF Male (PL-259) Crimp Connector For RG58, RG141 & LMR-195

    Are you looking for a quick and easy DIY installation or repair for your coax cable? Our UHF Male Crimp connector for RG58, RG141 & LMR-195 will provide a simple solution for your wiring needs. Because this is a 2 piece connector, the pin is pre-installed to the connector housing. The only other piece to the connector is the crimp ferrule. For this installation you will need: A coax stripper, coax cable, a crimp tool, and the UHF connector. Keep in mind, you will want to make sure that your coax stripper, crimp tool, and connector match the coax cable that you are installing. Start by inserting the ferrule over the outer jacket of the cable. Then, using your cable stripper, strip back the outer jacket and dielectric. The advantage of using a cable stripper is that it will strip back the jacket and dielectric at the same time. Pull back the braided shield and Insert the connector housing onto the cable. Make sure that the center conductor reaches up to or past the center pin. Then trim off any excess conductor. Crimp the center pin at the narrow end point to make termination onto the center conductor. Then, slide up the ferrule to the base of the connector, folding the shield with it. Crimp the ferrule onto the outer jacket to complete termination. Congratulations, you have successfully installed the UHF connector. For all of your cable and connector needs, choose Show Me Cables

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