It is not easy to install a television outdoors. You need to build a power socket, a weather proof cover, and have an HDMI cord to send high definition video out and audio. There are a lot of places you could find a TV outdoors like restaurants, residential homes,gardens, travelers, stadiums and theme parks etc. Of course, you cannot use the same television that you use within the house “ there are outdoor TVs that are specially made by manufacturers with shock proof, water proof and heat proof technology that will allow TVs to be left out 365 days.

Here are few tips on what to do when it comes to setting up a TV outdoors:

Indoor and outdoor TVs are of two different kinds: Get the guidance from the people who have already installed a TV outdoor to know about the biggest mistakes noticed while installing. First of all, you cannot use an indoor one as it is highly sensitive to weather and water. The TV has to be rated for outdoors with an extra bright panel which defends glare resulting in a good picture even in broad daylight.

Check on warranty: While keeping the TV outside exposed to sunlight, dust, and sometimes even rain might affect the working system. Even if it seem to be working good it is better to give it for regular service to avoid damage.

Outdoor rated mounts and cables: It is not enough to buy an outdoor rated TV the mounts and cables need to be UV protected as well. There are chances for the mounts to get rusted and fall apart and cords turn brittle and cracked when exposed to the elements of nature the deterioration strikes faster.

Reflect on drip loop: Setting up a drip loop is very important for an outdoor television fitting. A drip loop is a TV cable that is placed next to the cable that enters the screen or to any outdoor devices. It helps in having the water and moisture drain away preventing water intrusion that could lead to major damages and expensive repairs.

Size matters: The size of the screen, weight and the mounting restrictions has to be considered before you could find a place for it. The next step is to choose the right spot that supports the display size. However, don’t make it more exact as you will need some area for maintenance needs. If you have a large area go for bigger television for better viewing experience.

Right power in place: Have the power socket secured at the right place where you are planning to hang the TV. You cannot change the place once its marked as too may marking on the wall will make it a mess. Nobody likes to do wiring over the sealed walls. However, you need not fear as there are ways to hide your ugly wires from visitors and of course it is not advisable to bring the cable down the floor or hanging on the ceiling. You can have them concealed with moldings.