Mounting the Philips Hue Play Light Bars might seem a bit confusing at first, but once you know the steps, it's actually pretty easy. Let's break it down.
In the base kit, according to the manufacturer's product description, you've got two light bars, a power supply, table stands, and TV mounting supports. But if you want to connect these to smart home systems like Alexa, Google Assistant, or Apple HomeKit, you'll need the Philips Hue Bridge.
It's sold separately and acts like a hub for controlling everything remotely, setting up automated routines, and syncing your lights with music, movies, or games using the Hue Sync app.
Now, for mounting them. If you're using them on a table or shelf, just attach the light bars to the included stands. The stands slot into grooves on the bottom of the light bars. It's a simple snap, and you can place them wherever you like. They stand upright, which makes them great for ambient lighting on desks or tables.
For a more immersive experience, you might want to put them on the back of your TV. Our research shows this can really boost your TV watching by casting colorful lights on the wall behind the screen. You'll use the TV mounting supports included in the kit. Attach these brackets to the back of your TV, making sure they're pointing the way you want, and secure them with the adhesive or screws provided.
One thing to note is that without the Hue Bridge, you're missing out on some advanced features like voice control or syncing with other smart devices, as found in our research. Many folks suggest getting the bridge to unlock these capabilities, making the light bars even more fun to use.
So, while getting these light bars set up is pretty straightforward on a desk or behind a TV, think about picking up the Hue Bridge to really take advantage of all their features. Whether it's for gaming, movies, or just setting the mood, these light bars can throw a lot of color and ambiance into your space, especially with the full setup.
