The Cheapest TV Backlight You Will Ever Find

by krapnek in Workshop > Home Theater

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The Cheapest TV Backlight You Will Ever Find

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Always wanted to have a nice soothing backlight for your TV?

Don't want to shell out $50 for LED light strips from IKEA?

Don't want a Philips TV with built-in "Ambilight"?

Get a Lamp

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If you don't have one left over, IKEA has a perfect one for $5.99.

Get a Light Bulb

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I got a compact fluorescent bulb because the back of my TV was warm enough as it was.

Combine!

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If you run into difficulties during this step - find a four-year-old child to help you - or summon the spirit of Groucho Marx.

Place It Behind the TV

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Gently place the highly advanced contraption behind the TV.

Turn On, Tune In, Pass Out

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Or at least turn on and tune in.