Digital Electronics

home theater? i have a record player hook up in aux my question is can I also hook a tape deck to my home theater? i will like to buy a tape deck for my home theater but i don't whant to unhook my record player. can i plug it in a different jack.

Can you connect home theater system to your TV and watch normal TV programs (free) with Home theater effect? Basically I am planning to buy a home theater system with a DVD player but want to know if i can use that even without the DVD player. If i am just watching TV, is my home theater system is used or sitting idle?

What home theater system should I get or where can I find it? I want a home theater system with: HDMI cable hook up It doesn't need to be able to play DVDs at all, just hook up to one Good surround sound quality A remote Nowhere over $200 Is there any speaker system or home theater system for me? If so, what is it or where could I go to find it myself? Thanks.

business projector versus a home theater projector? Is there that much of a difference in black levels? I am budgeting about 500-600 for the project and about 100 for the screen. I can afford a 2000 projector. A ViewSonic PJ506D SVGA (800x600) 4:3/16:9 2000 lumens business projector is going for 500 with a mail free screen and mount offer. An InFocus In72 WVGA (852x480) 900 lumens home theater projector is going for about the same refurbished with no extras. I have read that I really should get a home theater projector rather than a business projector like the 506D, but the lumens scares me. I am projecting on an 80"screen with blinds and curtains closed. no lights. still some ambient light. Which will be better. I am going to use it the a really nice DVD player, Wii and Home theater PC. No interest in HD DVDs for atleast 3-4 years when I will prob upgrade this anyway.

How do I use my home theater to play all audio from the HDTV? I have a home theater (with DVD player) and a cable recorder box connected to my HDTV. The home theater is on HDMI-1 and the cable box is connected to Component-2 (video and audio). How do I use my home theater speakers to play the audio when I'm watching cable TV through component-2? What additional wiring connections do I need to make? My cable recorder box also has a HMDI connection capability.

What is a amplifier in your home theater for? I'm interested in upgrading to a very good home theater and I know a lot of what too look for in Receivers but what exactly is a Amplifier for in your home theater system?? And how do you hook one up?

Can i use an home theater system instead of an electric guitar amp? I want to buy an guitar but i don't want to spend money on an amp.Can you tell me if i can connect the electric guitar to a home theater system or i need a amp?

What is the best home theater system for a Toshiba hdtv? My boyfriend recently bought the Toshiba hdtv 42hl167 and I want to get him a compatible home theater system. Any suggestions for something that will work with that tv? Thanks!

What are the top brands of the home theater systems on the market? I am not talking about home theater - in -a box (pre-boxed) systems like sony or panasonic that are usually under $500. I am talking about the ones you usually put all the components together yourself. I have zero knowledge as to who makes the best home theaters systems. It would great if you list down several brands and top websites that sell them.

What is the best home theater lighting system that is in expensive? I am wiring a home theater and want to be able to dim the lights or have different setting for the canned and recessed lighting.........what would you suggest?

My home theater speakers pick up the radio in the background, are there ways of preventing this? When the speakers are on, you can hear the radio, but its not connected to any radio reciever, just the DVD player and the subwoofer, this is a Coby home theater system, with dvd player, a sub and two speakers. It works well, just has the radio background which is annoying. I've looked for answers but cannot find anything exactly with what I need. Can anybody help me?

Whats the best way to hide home theater speaker wires? I have a home theater system and I want to hang some speakers on the walls but the problem is, is that the speaker wires hang from the bottom and I have a white wall. It looks ugly like if ACTUALL wires were hanging out of the walls. What would be the best way to hide the wires? Also, I CANNOT PUT FURNITURE TO COVER UP THE WIRES. PS: I already bought the home speaker set for a ton of cash, and I'm sure not as hell planning to return or buy some different set.

How can i fix sound lag in a home theater system? I hooked up a home theater system (surround sound) to my television. My problem is with the sound from the cable box. I have one HDMI cable from the cable box to the television (which has 2 speakers on it) and a Red/White Component Audio going to the home-theater base. When i turn on the television and the surround speakers at the same time im getting about a half second delay in the sound out of the surround speakers compared to the sound out of the television speakers. How should i resolve this?

How do I know the quality of a home theater system? Using specifications such as wattage, etc, how can I tell the quality of a home theater system? I want to find a good set for around $100-$200 but I don't know a lot about sound fidelity. Also, any home theater system suggestions?

How can I make a home theater from a game room that is already wired for surround sound? I already have the speaker connectons on the walls but I want to put a projector and other things necessary for a home theater. I want to use it for movies and tv and video games. i want to hook up my gamecube.

How do you reset a Home Theater surround system back to the original factory setting? My home theater surround system doe's not sound the way it used to.

How come home theater receivers only seem to go up to 110 watts per channel total and not ever higher? I occassionally gander at home theater receivers now and then for the past three or four years and every time I look each one has no more than 110watts per channel output (a lot even have less than 100). How come they don't ever go up to say 200watts per channel or something? Or have some type of home theater amplifier? Wondering if anybody has any input and it would be greatly appreciated.

What are some really good headphones for home theater and Xbox? I want some really good headphones in the <$150 range for my home theater. I come home from work late at night and don't want to wake up my wife and daughter, but still want to enjoy a movie or some Xbox. Obviously I'd go buy the Sennheiser HD 650s if I wanted to flip out 1/2 a grand, but that's not possible. Anybody have any good suggestions? 5.1 sound and good bass are important! Thanks friends!

For a home theater in my basement, should I place sconce lighting on either side of my projector screen? I'm setting up a home theater in my basement (just finished framing). I plan to put 2 sconces on both side walls. But I was wondering if I should put a sconce on each side of the projector screen itself? Is having some dimmed light next to the screen good for viewing or is it better to keep the screen area as dark as possible? Thanks - Sam.

How to connect a home theater system to a set top box.? I have an LCD tv. My dvd player (home theater system) is already attached to it. So whenever I watch a vcd/dvd, i get the sound from the home theater speakers. But how can I get the sound of my tv channels (coming from my set top box) to come from my home theater system. Is there any way to connect the set top box to the dvd player.?

I am looking for a new home theater receiver with certain features. Can someone recommend one for me? I am looking to replace an old Sony home theater receiver. I am looking for one with these certain features: 4 HDMI inputs, 1 HDMI output, at least 4 optical inputs, video upconversion. Can someone please recommend a good brand and model that would fit these criteria? I am also looking for a good price (of course). Thank you for your help.

How can I connect my Computer to my Home Theater System? I am trying to play music from my computer through my Home Theater System. My home theater system has an USB port, but when I try to connect that to the one on my computer, the message "no USB" shows up on the home theater system. Is there any special software or hardware that I need to connect the two?

How do I select the best home theater system? My boyfriend just bought a plasma TV and I'd like to buy him an home theater system but I don't have a clue where to begin. I've been trying to research online but it seems like there's so many details to figure out - how many watts do I need, do I need a new DVD player with it, do I want to buy it piece by piece or HTIB? Ahhh. I'd like to spend somewhere around $200, max $300 but I don't know if this is realistic for a good system and don't want to get him a cruddy one just for the sake of getting one. I know he's really interested in the ones that have a rear wireless speaker - and I don't know too much more than that. Anyone knowledgeable out there with some good recommendations, a place I should begin my research or willing to have some dialouge with me about the best systems and what I should look for? I think I'll eventually go to CC or BB but I'd like to be armed with some info first. Thanks ahead of time for your help!

Whats the best home theater system to purchase? We just bought an LCD 1080p tv and now looking to upgrade our home theater system. Whats the best one or the best brands on the market right now? Thanks in advance for your help.

What is the first step in installing a home theater? What is the first step in installing a home theater? I plan on including: Seat risers Projector motorized projection screen theater lighting surround sound media closet Acoustics for sound (not sound proofing). Put them in order if you can. Thanks Wow, you 2 guys gave me a lot of information and even more things to think about (not be sarcastic). Thank you so much.

Could a home security system interfere with my home theater system? I recently installed a wireless home security systems (ADT), and now I am noticing a clicking emanating from my home theater system. I am wondering if it is caused by the new security, and if so, how can I fix it? A bit of detail on the clicking: it is similar to, but not the same as, the phone interference caused by certain (GSM) phones.

Where to put home theater system in one bed apartment? I'm looking to buy a affordable home theater for my one bedroom apartment, and I dont know whether to put it in the living room for the guests, or put it in my bedroom for late night bedtime movies! The living room is directly next to the hallway, and the bedroom is more on the insde!

Can anyone recommend me a good home theater system? I have a room that is 12 x 11. I prefer wireless. I want a system with an upconverting DVD player. The home theater reciever needs to have an optical audio input. I want a home theater in a box.

What can use to transmit to my home theater speakers wirelessly? Yamaha Home Theater.....running cable for the back speakers is really gonna be tough....and wireless looks like it might be an option.

Where is the best place to purchase home theater equipment? I am looking into purchasing some home theater components in the next month, and I am curious as to what store(s) have the best selection, service, and price. Please keep in mind that some stories are subsidiaries of other stores (such as Future Shop is a Subsidiary of Best Buy).

How do I connect my mp3 player to my home theater system? I just bought a 5.1 home theater system but it doesn't have a usb port. How can I connect my mp3 player to the theater system?

What is the advantage of home theater seats? Other than the vibration options and nice cup holders, what is the difference between “home theater”-specific seating and a regular recliner, say a Lazy Boy or other Archie Bunker recliner? Thanks.

What is the best way to configure my home theater system? I would like to hook up both my x-box 360 (which is my DVD player) and my satellite box. My home theater receiver has one digital audio optical interface port. I have this plugged into the x-box. Now, however, my satellite box only has either red and white cables or the digital audio optical connection. What should I do? I have a 46" sony bravada HD TV that has digital audio out in optical as well. Is there a way to use that to resolve this issue? Can you get a splitter cable for the digital audio optical stuff? Do I need to buy a new receiver with more ports? The bravada has an optical out, but no optical in... and even if it did, the home theater has only one optical in, and I'd still be only able to get the xbox in one or the other... if that makes sense. I was hoping to not have to buy a different adapter for my xbox if it is not necessary. My sat receiver has only Digital optical out, it does not have HDMI available [I do not have an HD satellite yet, we won't for another year... but I bought the TV anyway because I wanted a bigger TV.]

how to connect a dvd/ home theater with surround sound to a samsung hdtv? so ive got a samsung series 550 hdtv. Ive also got a dvd player, with a bunch of speakers and surround sound. I wanted to know if there was any way to connect my tv to the dvd/home theater system, so that when im watching tv, it uses the surround sound speakers? thanks in advance!

How can I connect a microphone to my home theater receiver to make announcements? I have a standard home theater receiver and would like to connect a wireless microphone to it so I can use the receiver and speakers instead of using a dedicated PA system or bullhorn.

How do I connect my Samsung HT-X40 home theater speakers to my Onkyo Audio Receiver? I have no clue what type of connection the Samsung HT-X40 home theater speakers are.

How should I upgrade my home theater system? My home theater system sounds like crap. I have an entry-level dvd player and A/V receiver. The picture is ok, but the sound is real tinny. I have a pair of Bose 201s and a subwoofer (decent speakers). Any ideas? Should I invest in a better DVD player or a better A/V receiver?

How do I acquire a home theater installation license? I want to start my own home theater biz but my friend tells me i need a license to install it. how do i get one?

what do I need to connect my Home theater system to my vista media center PC? I just bought a VIsta Premium PC and I want to connect it to my HD Home theater system. I want to not only view pictures and listen to music but also record TV shows from Direct TV. The PC has VIsta Home Premium and comes with a TV tuner card and wireless lan. I know you can do the cable thing but my PC and TV are in two different rooms and all these cables for satelite, video and audio would be a nightmare. What are my options?

What kind of stuff do you need to have a nice home theater? Im new to all this home theater stuff, and I need to know what to buy, to have a small home theater. I have the projector, so thats off the list. I have no clue what to buy for a mini home theater. I here people talking about HDMI, HDTV, and Recievers. But I dont know what that stuff is. I also need help with buying the correct cables and setting it up.

How do I get my computer to work with my Onkyo 7.1 home theater system? I have a Dell XPS 400 with the standard sound card. (Blue, green, pink, yellow, and black jacks) I also have an Onkyo 7.1 home theater system. I am trying to run my computer through the Onkyo and when I got it connected I only get sound from the left side and center. I set the soundcard to 7.1 home theater surround sound in the sounds and audio devices panel of the computer and tried all the jacks on the sound card. I also tried every possible combination on the back of the Onkyo, but nothing changes. Will this just not work, or do I need a different soundcard? If so what kind?

how can i get my samsung home theater system to give surround sound when watching tv? i jus bought a samsung home theater system and i want to get the surround sound when watching tv.i already found out it works on dvd but i really want it to work on tv.is there a way?

What are the best speakers to use for a home theater system? i have a 5.1 home theater JVC A/V Reciver. I want the best spearkers i can find the ones i have are ok but i want the best?

How do i hook up my home theater system to my dvd player? i have a regent home theater system model ht-391 and i dont have the book on how to hook it up.i wanna hook it up to my dvd player which is connected to my tv.id like to run it through my vcr also.is there anywhere i can go to see a manual on how to hook the system up?

What type of home theater system do you have and what has been your experience with it? Has your home theater system worked to your expectations?

what color should i paint my home theater? so in the past 2 months i've been working on my home theater. I have to paint it now and i dont have a clue of what color it should be. any suggestions?

Is a 150 watt sub for a home theater good? We have a Sony home theater system, but have no subwoofer for it. I am looking online for subs, but don't know much about them. Is a 150 watt good enough? We don't need anything spectacular (not looking to spend a huge amount), but just want some good bass for realism for the surround when watching movies. Thanks! Also, if you have any recommendations that would be great!

Do you have to program the home theater system? I just bought a home theater system,5.1,some DVDs work with the whole system(speakers) some dont just the side ones,am i doing something wrong or,it scans the dvd for the best proformance?

What should I start with for a home theater system? how many amps/watts or whatever? Okay I'm totally in the dark when it comes to this and I want to buy a home theater system for my bedroom to hook up to my dvd player, I just need the speakers, and the speakers that can hook up to my dvd player but I am willing to buy the reciever but only if it comes with any speficiations I should look for? Like how much should I expect to pay for? I need more than brand names like how many Amps or Watts should be good to start off with, I have a collection of horror movies so if that helps any yea, thanks so much for all your help.

How to outfit a new home theater? Just bought a new house with a home home theater room but no equipment. What are the best options? Very large flat panel or Projection? LCD or Plasma? DLP or LCD? About how much should I expect to spend for a nice setup?

Will the sound change to much if I put my home theater speakers horizontally? I bought a home theater system and works great. The problem is that the speakers are a little bit tall and get on the way and they kinda cut into the image. Now, If I put them on their sides (horizontally), would that affect the sound experience? Thanks.