All you need is to put the cable box behind the TV and ask a friend to change channels. You can mount one side into a stud if it is possible. Make sure no to drill a pilot hole when you mount the stud. For creating holes into a stud you need to use a mounting screw since the 3/16″ drill bit seems too large.24 mar 2020
Can I hide my cable box and still use a remote?
Will My Remote Work (if I hide my cable box)? As long as you're within range of your cable box, your remote should work fine. Most Bluetooth devices will work up to 30 feet away and RF can go a bit farther.7 sept 2016
Will cable box work behind TV?
As long as you're within range of your cable box, your remote should work fine. Most Bluetooth devices will work up to 30 feet away and RF can go a bit farther.7 sept 2016
How do I hide my Comcast cable box?
- Step 1: Placing the boxes. If your TV is fixed in one position once it's mounted, you'll need to install all of your soon-to-be-hidden hardware before you hang the TV. ...
- Step 2: Place velcro. ...
- Step 3: Install power strip. ...
- Step 4:Install infrared repeater. ...
- Step 5: Wrap wires.
Do remotes work through cabinet doors?
IR remotes rely on line of sight from the remote to the component. RF remotes don't need a clear path to the component. The radio waves can penetrate walls and cabinet doors.17 ene 2013
Can you hide Xfinity box behind TV?
Yes! Infrared, RF and Bluetooth signals will still work with the device mounted behind the TV, so you can ditch the cable box shelf!