Archive for the ‘Home Theater’ Category

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How can an average person navigate the maze of audio/video technologies in a home theater system? Turn to Mark Fleischmann’s Practical Home Theater: A Guide to Video and Audio Systems, now in its ninth edition, thoroughly revised and updated for 2010. The ultimate answer book, it tells you everything you need to know when shopping for HDTV and surround gear — including how to read a spec sheet, how to separate fact from hype, and how to get good value for your mo… More >>

Practical Home Theater: A Guide to Video and Audio Systems

• Total 1200W (130W/ch x 7ch + 290W)
• THX certified system
• HDMI Repeater (4 inputs, 1080p support)
• TrueHD, DTS-HD decoding
• 1080i Up-scaling

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If you thought our first THX Integrated System Certified receiver/speaker package was a great concept, then this power-packed followup will be sure to please.The HT-S9100THX is the first THX I/S Plus Certified system to handle full high-definition processing of 1080p video and the master quality of Dolby® TrueHD and DTS-HD Master AudioTM.Whatever input you choose-whether gaming, movies, broadcasts, or music-the HT-S9100THX draws on a reservoir of precise amplificat… More >>

Onkyo HT-S9100THX 7.1 Channel Receiver and Speaker Package

• 1000W Output Power
• Crystal Amp Pro
• Intelligent Power
• Advanced Auto Sound Calibration
• Eco Power Management System

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Be surrounded by superior sound with the Samsung HT-C5500 Blu-ray home theater system…. More >>

Samsung HT-C5500 Blu-ray Home Theater System

• Six piece surround sound package that includes 2 front and 2 surround speakers, 1 center-channel speaker, and 1 subwoofer
• Satellite and center-channel speakers utilize 3.25-inch polymer-composite cone drivers for distortion-free midrange
• Features 0.5-inch silk and polymer-composite dome tweeter in each satellite speakers
• Subwoofer utilizes an eight-inch long-throw dynamic-balance poly-composite driver for longer driver excursion and better linearity
• Satellite and center-channel speakers can accommodate 6.1 or 7.1 channel systems

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Introducing a complete home theater audio solution for people who crave true cinema excitement without breaking the bank.âthe RM6750. The integrated Power Port Bass Vent designed right onto the back of the compact Satellite & Center Channel speakers-the same technology used in full-sized Polk Audio speakers-improves lower midrange response and all-important sub/sat blending, taking the RM6750 beyond the performance realm of any other sub/sat system in this price ra… More >>

Polk Audio RM6750 5.1 Channel Home Theater Speaker System

• 5.1 Home Theatre system- 1000 watts
• 1080P Upconversion for great HD pictures. 12 bit/108 Superior Digital Analogue converter
• Dolby digital and ProLogic II surround sound
• iPod dock- USB direct plays photos and music from USB flash drives. MP3 Line in for Music playback from portable media players
• DivX Ultra Certified for enhanced playback of DivX videos.

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Philips 1000Watt DVD 1080P HDMI Upconversion Dolby Home Theater HTS3565D/37 with Ipod dock. High definition picture and powerful surround sound delivered by this elegant system provide unbeatable home entertainment. Enjoy sharp pictures with 1080P HDMI upconversion, as well as convenient iPod playback via the dock included. Hi-Speed USB 2.0 Link plays media form USB flash drives. HDMI 1080P upscales to high definition for sharper pictures. Dobly digital and Pro Logi… More >>

Philips HTS3565D/37 1000 Watt DVD 1080P HDMI Upconversion Dolby Home Theater with iPod Dock

• Single DVD changer
• HDMI output
• 5.1 channel home theater audio system
• Improved USB host play with DVD/DVD±R/ DVD±RW/CD/CD-R/CD-RW/MP3/Jpeg viewer/WMA/DivX
• DivX playback: Insert DVDs & CDs that have DivX movies downloaded via computer and enjoy watching them on the large-scale TV.

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Samsung DVD Home Theater… More >>

Samsung HT-Z320 Home Theater System

• 130 watts/ch with 290W powered subwoofer
• HDMI (Version 1.4 to Support 3D Video Formats, Audio Return Channel), Deep Color , x.v.Color , LipSync, Dolby® TrueHD, DTS-HD Master Audio , DVD-Audio, Super Audio CD, Multichannel PCM, and CEC
• Audio and 1080p Video Processing via HDMI (4 Inputs and 1 Output)
• Powered Zone 2 and Zone 2 Line-Out for Playback of Separate Source in Another Room
• 4 DSP Modes for Gaming: Rock, Sports, Action, and RPG (Role Playing Game)

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Onkyo has built a reputation for making advanced features and performance more affordable for budget-conscious fans of home entertainment. Take, as a prime example, the HT-S5300 receiver and speaker package. At the heart of this 7.1-channel system, you have an A/V receiver sporting four of the latest HDMI 1.4 inputs—enough for all your high-def sources. HDMI 1.4 brings compatibility with 3D video—coming soon—and an Audio Return Channel. With the HT-S5300, you … More >>

Onkyo HT-S5300 7.1-Channel Home Theater Receiver/Speaker Package with Dock for iPhone/iPod

• 200W amplifier power (RMS)
• 10″ woofer, bass-reflex enclosure
• 8 ohm nominal impedence
• 3/4″ dome, video-shielded tweeter
• Dual 3″ drivers, video-shielded

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The Harman Kardon HKTS 18 is a beautiful black lacquer speaker system with a powerful 200 watt 10″ subwoofer. It is a 5.1 speaker system which can be expanded to 7.1 with the optional HKS-9 satellite speakers. It has a 3/4″ tweeter for excellent high frequency response. It is magnetically shielded so it can be put next to your TV. It comes with all the speaker cables and shelf stand and wall mount brackets for the satellites…. More >>

Harman Kardon HKTS-18 High-Performance, 6-Piece Home Theater Speaker System

Until a few years ago the most enjoyable way to watch a movie, while keeping its original intention, was to go to a movie theater. The introduction of VCR’s made it 
easy to rent or buy movies and watch them at home, but TVs simply couldn’t compare to movie theaters’ huge screens and surround sound systems. Not only did TVs have 
comparatively small screens and lower quality speakers, but  formatting a movie to fit the screen got rid of a substantial part of the picture.

However, more people are now turning their ordinary TV rooms into home theaters. This used to involve a projector and a screen, and it was too expensive for most 
people to afford. However, advances in technology have given people more choices for home theater systems.  The advantages of home theater systems are that they are 
quieter and much more convenient than movie theaters.  The excellent picture and sound will also make you feel as if you are in the movie theater itself.

At first, home theaters used 8mm and 16mm film projectors, making movie selections very limited.   Then, home theaters had 35mm gear, followed by VHS, and beta, tape.  
After that it was Laser-discs, which were like very DVD’s.  Laser-discs were followed by DVD’s, until most recently as DVD’s are now being replaced with Blu-Ray Discs.

It’s a completely different game now as home theater system technology has considerably advanced. Contemporary home theater systems, which can include Blu-Ray players, 
HD Satellite TV systems, DLP LCD, plasma TVs, and digital surround sound can be incredibly overwhelming to many people. The purpose of our free download-able booklet 
is to help you make an informed decision when considering your home theater system purchase.

First of all, you do not have to spend a small fortune to achieve your desired effect.  An amazing home theater system can fit within even the most modest budget. All 
you really need for the basic home cinema experience is a DVD player or Blu-Ray player, a good video display, and digital surround sound.  With those 3 main 
components, you can begin to enjoy movies at home more than before.

Some of the best home theater systems are ones which are incorporated into a family or living room. These home theater systems are built right into the room, are 
completely unobtrusive, and go fairly unnoticed. These systems look the best because they are like an extension of your house itself, and they don’t look like separate 
components wired together, even though they are in reality.  In fact, most of your guests won’t even notice these kinds of home theater systems until you turn on the 
television or pop in a movie, after which they’ll be blown away.

If you have a larger budget you may want a dedicated room for your home movie experience.  A dedicated home theater system room can transform the unused area in your 
basement into the hotspot of your home.

If you’re looking to purchase a home theater system, you have a lot of decisions ahead of you. In our free booklet, we go over all the components that make up a home 
theater system. You’ll learn what each component does and what to keep in mind when you make your final decision. If you’re thinking of turning your den into a fully 
functioning home theater, our free booklet will help you get started.  You can download your free booklet at http://www.njhometheaters.com.

Discovering the best speaker system for a home theater

With all the makes and models of home theater speaker systems on the market today finding one that will suit your needs can be a real chore. But there is an easy way to get the system you want at the best possible price. First we’ll take a look at home theater components, then I’ll show how to get rock bottom prices on a quality home theater system.

Home theater speaker system components

While home theater systems can be bought all in one package, buying individual components, including speakers, lets you get the best of every element. Like any good audio system, the best home theater speaker systems will have midrange speakers, a set of tweeters, and a sub woofer. It’s the speakers that give you the full surround sound experience.

Home theater speaker system features

Home theater speaker systems come in wired and wireless designs. Compare them both for their sound quality and how easy or difficult they will be to install. The best home theater speaker systems have good crossover design. While the speaker driver is important, good crossover can make any driver sound good, while bad crossover can make even a good driver sound bad. Music playback is a good way to judge sound quality. Most DVDs do not produce great music signals, but if your speakers can handle a CD, then you know they are going to sound good playing a DVD. Determine the number of speakers you require. Many small speakers provide surround sound while large tower speakers are good for stereo effects. Small speakers also work better with a single sub woofer. The ideal home theater speaker system has five speakers for surround sound. A certain surround sound system you may find preferable to another. The most popular surround sound systems today are Dolby Pro Logic, Virtual Dolby, and Q Surround.

How to compare home theater speaker system prices

Start by visiting your local electronics stores to get an idea of system capabilities, features, and prices. Listen to each system in person so you have first hand knowledge of how the home theater speaker system truly sounds. Next do a search on the internet to find product reviews and cost comparisons. The comparison shopping electronic web store I utilize has independent and unbiased reveiws and comparisons of home speaker systems by ordinary shoppers like yourself. You also get price comparisons for various home theater systems, pictures of each system, plus detailed product information. They even rate the various retailers so you’ll know which ones are reputable.