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Home theater systems are revolutionizing the movie scene by providing consumers with the option of watching films in the comfort of their own living rooms. Using a combination of electronic components to recreate the movie theater experience, home theater systems are growing in popularity. One of the most important pieces of home theater systems is the video. The industry has experienced big improvements when it comes to video, thanks to the impressive resolution available in HDTV and plasma screens. Add in the fact that televisions come in outrageously large sizes, and you have the main ingredient for putting together an impressive system of your own. A DVD player, a DVR, VCR, or another media player is also required.
Sound is of the utmost importance in home theater systems. Surround sound allows the soundtrack to be heard from different strategically placed speakers. Sub woofers help create the movie experience by carrying low frequency sound to give a bass boost. Another main component required for home theater systems is the receiver. Audio/video receivers/amplifiers receive signals from various input devices (i.e., VCR, DVD, or satellite dish) and interpret and amplify these before sending them to the output devices (i.e., TV and sound system). Some receivers have the DVD or other media player built in, which can be more cost effective. If you are on a budget, and already own a television and stereo, simply adding speakers and a media player such as a VCR or DVD will create a credible home system. If spending is not a consideration, invest in an actual projection television with built-in speakers for a more sophisticated home theater. Based on your budget and requirements, home theater systems can be as grand or as simple as you choose. |
