How do I attach my LIFX Lightstrip to the back of my television or monitor?
Assemble your LIFX Lightstrip TV.
Your LIFX Lightstrip only has a few parts to connect before you plug it into the power. Make sure you assemble it before powering it up and adding it to the app.
Why add it to the app first? If you do this before you stick it on, you can move it closer to your router for a more stable connection if there is any instability in the signal, and also test out how high or low to position it on your particular TV for the desired effect.
Positioning the light strip.
TVs can be different in design, but we recommend you stick your LIFX Lightstrip along the flattest part of your television's back to get a good, strong bond.
- This position is good for TVs standing on a table, shelf, or stand with a wall behind and space for the light to spread.
- Casts a glow up and out along a large surface to fill the room.
- This layout can sometimes suit TVs in cabinets to better fill the cavity with light.
- Casts a glow down that will reflect off surrounding surfaces.
It is possible to remove the strip to change its position in the future, but we don't recommend this as the sticky part is one-use. If you do, you will need to add additional adhesion yourself.
If you're unsure, you can test out the position. If there are two people in your household, you can get a quick idea by simply holding the strip behind the television when it is lit and seeing where the light goes. You can also check the position using Blu Tac or a temporary adhesive.
Attach your LIFX Lightstrip.
The LIFX Lightstripcomes with an adhesive backing and a sticker protector you peel off to affix it. You should always wipe away any dust, oils, or residue to get the best adhesion. It is best to use cleaning alcohol or a cloth with some warm water and a drop of detergent. Make sure to press firmly along the strip, pressing between each LED to ensure it has a good grip and no dust can get in.