U.S. Patent Number 7,914,338
hd EZ lock™ Universal HDMI™ Lock
Quick Start Installation Guide
Below are the most common methods of installing hd EZ lock.
Identify the proper install method for your component(s) and
then go to the proper section for detailed instructions.
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Method 1
– Install using the existing screw
above your HDMI Input.
Method 2
– Install using the existing screw
below your HDMI Input.
Method 3
– Install using Standoff Adapter
when HDMI Input is recessed.
Method 4
– Install multiple hd EZ lock™ in a
staggered configuration when HDMI Inputs
are too close.
Method 5
– Install using Adhesive when there
is no screw above or below HDMI Input.
To reduce risk of electronic shock to yourself or others, or
damage to your equipment, unplug all components from
their power source before beginning to install hd EZ lock™.
Do not use hd EZ lock™ if you are not
comfortable making the necessary
Modifications to your equipment.
hd EZ lock™ is manufactured in the USA.
U.S. Patent Number 7,914,338.
Method 1: Standard Installation – Using the
existing screw ABOVE your HDMI Input.
M3x.5 6mm
Socket Cap
Screw (x2)
6/32” x 3/8”
Set Screw (x2)
2mm Hex
Key (x1)
1/16” Hex
Key (x1)
Step 1:
With your HDMI Cable unplugged,
replace Screw above HDMI Input with
supplied M3x.5 6mm Screw. Tighten with
2mm Hex Key.
Make sure M3x.5 Screw thread pattern
matches existing screw thread. If not, you may be able to
use the existing screw. If you have problems with this,
contact us for assistance.
Step 2:
Slide the Main Body over the end
of your HDMI Cable. Plug your HDMI
Cable into the HDMI Input and loosen the
screw above your HDMI Cable enough to
slide the Mounting Adapter in place
(approximately 1/8").
Make sure the notches on the Main Body are facing away
from the chassis.
Step 3
: Slide the Mounting Adapter over
the screw above your HDMI Input and
tighten using the supplied 2mm hex key.
Make sure the bottom of the Mounting
Adapter is against the top of your HDMI
Cable.
Step 4:
Slide the Main Body into the gap
in the Mounting Adapter. Insert the
included 6/32" set screw into the
threaded insert in the Main Body and,
using your fingers to guide the Main Body,
use the 1/16" hex key to tighten the set
screw tight enough to grip your HDMI Cable.
Do not over tighten. Tighten until you feel resistance, then
an additional two to three turns is enough to hold firmly in
place.
Method 2: Standard Installation – Using the
existing screw BELOW your HDMI Input.
M3x.5 6mm
Socket Cap
Screw (x2)
6/32” x 3/8”
Set Screw (x2)
2mm
Hex Key
(x1)
1/16”
Hex Key
(x1)
Step 1:
With your HDMI Cable unplugged,
replace Screw below HDMI Input with
supplied M3x.5 6mm Screw. Tighten with
2mm Hex Key.
Make sure M3x.5 Screw thread pattern
matches existing screw thread. If not, you may be able to
use the existing screw. If you have problems with this,
contact us for assistance.
Step 2:
Slide Main Body over the end of
your HDMI Cable. Plug HDMI Cable into
the HDMI Input and loosen the screw
below your HDMI Cable enough to slide
the Mounting Adapter in place
(approximately 1/8").
Make sure the notches on the Main Body are facing away
from the chassis.
Step 3
: Slide the Mounting Adapter over
the screw below your HDMI Input and
tighten using the supplied 2mm hex key.
Make sure the upper surface of the
Mounting Adapter is against the bottom
of your HDMI Cable.
Step 4:
Slide Main Body into gap in the
Mounting Adapter. Insert the included
6/32" set screw into the threaded insert
in the Main Body and, using your fingers
to guide the Main Body, use the 1/16"
hex key to tighten the set screw tight
enough to grip HDMI Cable.
Do not over tighten. Tighten until you feel resistance, then
additional two to three turns is enough to hold firmly in
place.
