TV setup in Exeter
Professional tv setup services in Exeter and surrounding areas. Local, reliable handyman - no job too small.
Price Guide
£60
Typical Duration
30-45 mins
Location
Exeter, Devon
New TV unpacked and set up ready to watch. All cables connected, channels tuned, devices plugged in, packaging cleared away.
When The Box Is Intimidating
New TV delivered. Big box. Polystyrene everywhere. Instruction manual in 17 languages. You just want to watch Bargain Hunt.
Half hour job to get it from box to working properly.
💡 Pro tip: TV setup is especially useful for elderly people who've bought a new TV but find the unboxing and setup daunting. We do it safely and explain everything.
What's Involved
| Step | What Happens |
|---|---|
| Unpack | Get TV out without damaging it |
| Position | Put it on stand/unit where you want it |
| Connect | Aerial, HDMI cables, power, devices |
| Tune | Search for all channels |
| Test | Check everything works |
| Tidy | Packaging cleared, cables managed |
What You Get
🔧 Complete Setup
| Part | What's Done |
|---|---|
| Physical | TV unpacked, positioned, stand attached if needed |
| Connections | Aerial, power, all your devices connected |
| Software | Initial setup, channels tuned, picture settings adjusted |
| Cleanup | Packaging removed, cables tidied |
📦 You're Left With
- Working TV ready to watch
- All channels tuned in
- Devices connected and working
- Clean space, no packaging
Pricing Guide
| What You Need | Time | You'll Pay |
|---|---|---|
| Basic setup (TV only) | 30-45 mins | £60 |
| Setup + multiple devices | 45-60 mins | £60-110 |
| Setup + wall mount | 1.5-2 hrs | £85-110 |
Based on £60 minimum (first hour) + £50/hr after.
💡 Disposal too? If you want the old TV taken to the tip, add £60-85 for single-item tip run. Book both together.
Perfect For You If...
✅ Elderly or not confident - find tech setup stressful
✅ New TV arrived - sitting in box, seems complicated
✅ Want it done right - all cables tidy, everything working
✅ Multiple devices - several things to connect
Why Choose Us for TV setup in Exeter?
TV unpacked and positioned
All cables connected correctly
Channels tuned and working
Packaging disposed of
What to Expect
Step 1: Unpack Safely
TVs are fragile. I'll get it out of the box without scratching or dropping it, check nothing's damaged in transit.
Step 2: Position & Connect
Put it where you want it (on cabinet, unit, table), attach the stand if needed, connect aerial cable, HDMI for devices, power cable.
Step 3: Initial Setup
Turn it on, go through the setup wizard (language, time, WiFi if you want), tune all channels, test picture and sound.
Step 4: Connect Devices & Tidy
Plug in your DVD player, Sky box, games console, soundbar - whatever you've got. Make sure they all work. Tidy cables. Clear packaging.
🔧 DIY Tips
Setting up your own TV is doable if you're careful:
🔧 What you'll need
- Space to work
- Someone to help (TVs are awkward, not heavy)
- Scissors for packaging
- Nothing else really
📺 Unboxing safely
- Leave TV in box, open top
- Remove polystyrene pieces from top
- Tilt box carefully, slide TV out onto soft surface
- Keep packaging if you might return it
- Attach stand if needed (usually just 4 screws)
🔌 Connecting cables
- Aerial cable: screws into "RF" or "ANT" socket
- HDMI: any HDMI socket, remember which number (HDMI 1, HDMI 2 etc)
- Power: into wall socket, turn on
📡 Initial setup
- Turn TV on
- Follow on-screen setup wizard
- Choose language, region, connect WiFi (optional)
- Auto-tune channels (takes 5-10 mins)
- Test a few channels work
⚠️ Common DIY mistakes
- Dropping the TV while unpacking (get help)
- Overtightening stand screws (crack the plastic)
- Plugging aerial into wrong socket
- Not keeping remote/instructions somewhere safe
- Throwing packaging away before checking TV works
💡 Pro trick: Take photos of the cable connections on your old TV BEFORE unplugging them. Then you know what goes where on the new one.
Rather leave it to a pro? No problem - that's what I'm here for. Give me a call.
Good to Know
🎨 While I'm there: If TV setup finishes early, I can tackle other tech jobs - program remote, set up soundbar, hide cables behind furniture. Just mention what else needs doing.
Smart TV setup: Modern TVs want WiFi and accounts (Netflix, iPlayer etc). I can connect to WiFi and explain how apps work, but you'll need to log into your own accounts (I don't handle passwords - security).
Packaging: I'll clear it, but if you want to keep the box (in case of returns), let me know and I'll fold it down and store it somewhere sensible.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does TV setup actually involve?
Unpack your new TV, position it on the stand or unit, connect aerial cable, HDMI cables for any devices, power cable, tune in all the channels, test everything works, tidy away packaging. Basically get it from 'in a box' to 'ready to watch TV'.
Do I need to have bought the TV already?
Yes - this is setup of a TV you've already bought. I'll unpack and set it up wherever you want it. If you need help choosing a TV or want installation advice before buying, just ask when you call.
Can you connect my old devices to the new TV?
Yes - DVD player, Sky box, PlayStation, soundbar, whatever you had on the old TV. I'll connect them all to the right HDMI ports and make sure they work. Modern TVs have loads of HDMI sockets so there's usually enough.
Will you take away the packaging and old TV?
I'll clear the packaging and box as part of setup. If you want the old TV disposed of too, that's an extra job (tip run) - mention it when booking and I'll quote for both.
Can you mount it on the wall instead of on a stand?
Wall mounting is a separate service (takes longer, different tools needed). This service is for setting up a TV on furniture. If you want wall mounting, book that instead - or we can do both if you're not sure where you want it yet.
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