Friday, September 27, 2013

Home Theater Systems Enhance Entertainment Options

By Kenny Marcum


Whit the introduction of flat screen televisions that are not dependent on tubes, sets have grown to a much larger size. Unfortunately, many of the flat panel sets do not provide adequate sound quality. Home theater systems offer in the box speakers to the television transforming one's family room so it provides the same sound quality of a movie house.

Today, the most common of these devices are either a 5.1 or a 7.1 channel device. The 5 and 7 indicate the number of sonically matched speakers. In addition, the sets often include a subwoofer. Often the units include wireless rear speakers along with an iPod dock. Top end units feature a Blu-ray player that also allows one to access online content in order to stream movies from subscription services.

These devices often are available in a large variety of prices. The cheapest options usually have five speakers and may not even have a DVD player. The seven channel Blu-Ray sets may be three or more times as expensive in cost, but provide more viewing options, with the ability to play DVDs and stream content in addition to the Blu-ray disks.

Top models create 1080p displays that are a high-def quality. They can up-convert standard DVDs as well, but picture quality can vary. Sound quality also varies greatly between units.

One of the option is one of several soundbar devices. These units connect directly to a television and do not require a receiver. While the sound is generally good, they are not as good at creating surround sound. Since there are no speakers in the back of the room, these units attempt to create the surround sound experience with electronics.

Home theater systems help to improve the sound quality of flat panel televisions. Owners can enjoy a movie house experience in their own living room. By selecting the right unit one can enhance enjoyment of movies as well as other viewing. The right unit can even improve one's ability to enjoy music.




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