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Dreaming of bringing the movie theater experience to your living room? Having your own home theater system makes every at-home movie night feel special, and it's surprisingly simple to set up. In this article, we'll walk you through how to choose, install, and connect all of the components for a home theater system, including the television, speake... See full list on wikihow.com Know which components you need to buy. The average home theater setup includes speakers, a receiver, some form of video input (e.g., a DVD player or a game console), and a television. Before you even start shopping for components like speakers and receivers, take stock of what you have. For example, if you have a decent set of modern speakers and a TV with which they're compatible, you really only need the receiver (mandatory) and the video input (optional). It's generally advisable to use products which are all roughly the same age (e.g., you'll want a modern TV to match modern speakers). Consider buying an all-in-one home theater package. Several companies make packages which include speakers and a receiver, making it easy to match a TV screen to the whole package. If you're not worried about having specific types of equipment, you might want to go with an all-in-one option. See full list on wikihow.com Choose the right size TV for your room. While it is often tempting to get the very biggest screen you can, choosing a TV is more of a science than simply using the "bigger is better" concept. You should choose your TV based on the size of the room and how far away people are from the screen to get the maximum enjoyment for the maximum amount of people. In general, you should be sitting 1 - 2 times the screen size away from the TV; for example, if you want a 70" TV screen, you should have between 9 and 15 feet of room between the TV and your closest couch. TV sizes are measured diagonally, from the top-left corner of the screen to the bottom-right corner of the screen. Projectors allow you to adjust the size of the screen as long as you have a large blank wall on which to project the video. You generally need 12-15 feet between the projector and the wall to get the best results. Resolution is one of the key factors when trying to improve your TV's picture. The more pixels, the higher the resolution. This is why 2160p, also known as "4K Ultra HD", is more expensive than 1080p (also known as "Full HD") or 720p. See full list on wikihow.com Consider whether you prefer watching movies, listening to music, or a bit of both. All home theater systems can handle both movies and music, but if you exclusively watch movies then you might want to pass on 4 high-end speaker boxes. Ask yourself if you spend more time with your iPod or plopped in front of the TV. - Most movies are multi-track (sounds come from many different speakers), meaning 5 or 7 smaller speakers will create a more immersive movie watching experience than 2-3 expensive, large speakers. This helps you create realistic surround sound. - Speaker quality is more important than quantity. Invest in a good receiver and purchase 2 hi-fi speakers to get the best quality sound you can. Understand the notation for bundled sound systems. You will often see phrases like "5.1-channel surround sound", but there are few explanations for what this means. The first number, 5, tells you how many speakers are included in the package, and the second number, .1, indicates how many subwoofers are included. See full list on wikihow.com Understand what a receiver does. A receiver acts as a hub for all of your components (e.g., speakers, video inputs, the TV, and so on) so that your TV can consistently use the connected components without having to switch inputs. Receivers aren't strictly necessary if you only plan on using one input, but they will help organize your Determine your TV's ideal video input. Any TV with which you'll be using a receiver will most likely use HDMI to send audio and video to your TV, but some TVs also permit DisplayPort inputs. HDMI inputs resemble trapezoids, while DisplayPort inputs look like HDMI ports with one straightened corner. See full list on wikihow.com Turn off and unplug everything. Reduce the risk of electric shock by unplugging any currently powered items. In particular, make sure your TV and speakers are off. Connect your receiver to your TV. Using an HDMI cable or an HDMI-to-DisplayPort adapter cable, plug an HDMI end into an "HDMI Out" port on the back of the receiver, then plug the other end of the cable into the appropriate input on the back of your TV. All HDMI cables are built identically, so do not be fooled into buying a $50 cable when a $5 HDMI will work exactly the same way. See full list on wikihow.com Learn how to build a complete home theater system with expert tips on audio, video, layout, and smart integration for the ultimate viewing experience. Theres nothing quite like escaping into your home theaterthe lights dim, the sound surrounds you, and the screen pulls you into another world. But getting that professional-level experience takes more than just a big TV and some home audio systems. You need thoughtful planning, smart choices, and a bit of Unsere speziell entwickelte Mbelserie passt sich perfekt an Entertainment Systeme an, mit Gertelftung und Kabelwegen. Stbere durch unsere fnf Studios fr Inspiration, Gestaltungsideen und Integrationsmglichkeiten, die du davor noch nie gesehen hast! in der Medienwelt. Daniel Sait gets the inside story on one of Londons most exclusive bespoke home cinema installations. Eyes front, and listen up
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