S-video cables offer enhanced picture-quality on older television sets. They come with a series of pins at the end (either 4, 7, or 9) that plug into a circular slot. To properly use S-video cables, you’ll need to choose the correct cable for your television / component pair, then connect the two properly. Choosing the … Read more
When your cable goes out unexpectedly or your cable output is lacking sound or displays a grainy picture, there is a good chance this has to do with your current setup. While calling the cable company to help resolve the issue may help, you may actually be in a situation where a small malfunction requires … Read more
Cleaning an LED screen is relatively easy, but you do need to take a few precautions to not harm your electronics. Start by finding the right cloths and cleaners, and then gently wipe down your screen, starting with a dry cloth. Also, make sure to avoid certain cleaners so you don’t damage your screen. Wiping … Read more
If you can’t watch your favorite shows without squinting through a layer of dust and fingerprints, it might be time to give your flatscreen TV a wipe-down. Cleaning your Samsung QLED screen every now and then is a good idea, but it’s important to use the right materials and techniques so you don’t damage your … Read more
If you own a plasma TV, you’ll want to keep the screen clear of dust, fingerprints, and other debris that will get in the way of a clear image. Before you begin cleaning, check the TV manual. It may recommend a particular product or method that is best suited for your particular TV. Your best … Read more
Have you “cut the cord” and got a streaming device to save money on cable? Most of the big streaming services like Netflix and Hulu have subscription fees, and many either don’t come with live TV or make you pay extra! Fortunately, there are a several options for watching totally free TV on your Fire … Read more
Everyone knows that the Dish Hopper can get very complicated. Here are some ways you can record your favorite shows on the Dish Hopper! Steps Turn on your Dish Hopper. The power button is different on different remotes. Open the Menu. Now you will see a lot of different things. Open the Guide. You will … Read more
Stripping coax (short for coaxial) cable is not very difficult, and can be mastered with a little practice. While tools designed specifically for this purpose are available for relatively little cost, this minhour will explain how to strip RG6 coax (a very popular cable and satellite TV cable) with a common razor knife and cutters … Read more
Are your TV speakers causing excess vibration or buzzing noise? This can be annoying and sound terrible. There are many reasons this may be happening as well as a few things you can do to stop this. This minHour article teaches you how to troubleshoot and solve excess TV sound vibration. Try restarting your TV … Read more
If you’re logged into your HBO Max account on a Roku device and you want to sign out, there are a few different methods you can use. In this article, we’ll talk you through how to do it directly through your Roku or from the HBO Max website or app. Once you’re logged out, you … Read more
Trying to watch TV through a layer of dust and fingerprints can be an incredibly frustrating experience. Luckily, cleaning fingerprints off of your TV screen is a simple and straightforward process. You can use water by itself, a water and isopropyl alcohol solution, or a water and vinegar solution as your cleaning method. This minHour … Read more
When you receive a cable TV set-top box from Comcast, it will need to be activated before you can receive channels on it. You can activate your cable box online or by calling Comcast. Newer X1 cable boxes can be activated directly from your TV. Comcast will not activate cable boxes purchased used. Installing the … Read more
Mounting a TV on your wall can create a theater-like experience in your room without using an entertainment center. While it may seem tricky to hang a TV on drywall, there are a few ways to make sure it stays secure without it falling down. Once you get a mount that works with your TV, … Read more
If there’s content on your phone, like a video on your camera roll, that you want to watch on your TV, how can you do that? This minHour article will teach you how to connect a Panasonic TV to your mobile Android as well as give you a few troubleshooting tips. To be able to … Read more
Mounting a TV on your wall allows you to watch it comfortably without using an entertainment center, but the cables may look messy when they hang down. While it’s against electrical code to run your TV’s power cable behind your wall, you can install an in-wall power extender that allows you to add a new … Read more
Do you want to find the exact size of your TV screen? Measuring a TV screen, whether it’s a flat screen or older CRT, is simple and only takes a few seconds. Knowing the size of a TV screen is not only important for making sure the TV will fit in your space, but also … Read more
There are many reasons you may need to reboot your TV’s cable box, such as programs not loading properly, videos freezing, or screens going blank. When you reset the box, first try navigating to the Settings menu and look for a Restart option. If your screen is frozen or you can’t find a Menu option, … Read more
If you’re overwhelmed by all the buttons on your remote, you’re not alone! Some Xfinity remotes have a lot of features, so the remotes have a lot of buttons in a small space, while other Xfinity remotes are voice-powered so there aren’t setup buttons. Read on to figure out whether your remote has a setup … Read more
TV mounts do such a good job of securing your TV that undoing them looks more challenging than it is. Although you can contact a professional, you are capable of doing it yourself with few problems. Wall mounts consist of two parts attached together and sometimes secured by a lock. By removing these components, you’ll … Read more
There are a plethora of Live TV streaming options for viewing on your computer. Some stations offer free live TV on their website. Several companies offer a live TV subscription (like YouTube TV and Hulu + Live TV). If you want to get really fancy, you can try using a tuner to get cable TV … Read more