With 1080p and now 4k Tvs its a waste of technology to watch it from 14'+ away. Sitting under 6' way from a 50+ inch HDTV is the only way to enjoy all the pixels.
The only way I can think to have a TV that close to the sofa is to have it in the coffee table.
Ideally I would like it to lift out of the top of the table but the screen is too high for a coffee table and I really dont want to cut a hole in the floor. Other option is to hinge the top of the table and mount it on the bottom. Use 2 actuators to help lift. Does anyone have any ideas on how to mount it or about anything else.
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1why would you need to enjoy all the pixels?– ratchet freakCommented Jan 24, 2014 at 11:21
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There are lift mechanisms out there, but to get a screen size in under the height of a coffee table is a really tall order. The HD or 1080 is a waste on screens smaller than 32", the pixels are already small enough to get a great picture on that size screen. It is only marketing hype. Picture this, a beautiful picture on a 64" LED tv at 1080p OR 1080i, you can have the exact same beautiful picture at 720p or 720i. This is what I have read on the tech sites about setting up home theaters and the like. What is the size of tv you were thinking?– JackCommented Jan 24, 2014 at 13:45
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Wait for the long-discussed flexible roll-up TV screens to make it into production?– RedGrittyBrickCommented Jan 24, 2014 at 16:05
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2"is the only way to enjoy all the pixels" = perhaps...but can you enjoy the actual movie like that? :)– DA01Commented Jan 24, 2014 at 17:09
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1What about putting rollers on the couch and rolling it near the TV when viewing? Just brainstorming.– getterdunCommented Jan 25, 2014 at 4:00
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We have a couple of TV tracks in my Boston office. I would suggest that to you. You can have your insanely close viewing and when people come over you can scoot it back. Plus it is cool.
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@JustinK - def a DIY idea. I would ask it as a different question. It doesn't need to be remote because how much do you move your tv. I thinka really good ball bearing and track would do it. I'm sure there are others better with metal than me that would have ideas.– DMooreCommented Feb 3, 2014 at 4:38
Something like this? http://www.justlaine.com/2011/01/17365.html
It wouldn't be too difficult to make. For a 50" TV, you'll have to build a big one.
Ideas:
- Move the couch closer to the TV.
- Get an 80 inch TV (or projection TV).
- Mount the TV to the ceiling with a system of counterweights that extend into the attic.
You could mount the TV flat, face up under a glass top coffee table.
