marți, 1 noiembrie 2016
New Ultimate Home Theater Setup 2014 (Samsung, Onkyo, Canton Chrono, Xbox One and PS4)
Spring 2014 setup:
Onkyo TX-NR616
Samsung 55" F6755
Canton Chrono 509 Front (Bi-Wired)
Canton Chrono 507 Rear
Canton Chrono 505 Center
Canton SUB 600 x2
Playstation 4 and Xbox One
Common Mistakes When Setting Up A Home Theater
Common Mistakes When Setting Up A Home Theater: In this video Gene and Hugo discuss the common mistakes that are done when setting up a home theater:
Mistake #1: Bad Product Selection
Mistake #2: Bad Speaker Placement
Mistake #3: Blocking Your Direct Path of Sound
Mistake #4: Not Calibrating Your Equipment
Mistake #5: Selecting The Wrong Cables
Mistake #6: Bad Room Acoustics
BONUS! Mistake #7: Falling For The Upgrade Bug!
Theater Room Construction
This room incorporates everything I've learned from Mike Holmes about doing a basement properly, starting with the styrofoam exterior waterproof shell (inside the concrete basement shell, which is itself surrounded on the outside by a waterproof membrane), and not forgetting to fix up the builder's somewhat rough-and-ready attempt to insulate and vapour-barrier the rim joints. Inside the styrofoam then goes a fairly standard stud wall construction, except that now there's no need to insulate between the studs. Lots of wiring, and finally it's ready to paint and install the theater gear.
Basics for hooking up your components to a home theater system
Discussing inputs and outputs on a home theater system
How To Set Up a Home Theater System Using a Receiver
This video will show you how to set up a Home Theater using a receiver as the main control.
miercuri, 13 august 2014
Home theater experts give tips on how to buy and install appliance
When buying a flat screen TV, it is common to also invest in a sound system "film" to take home. The home theater consisting of boxes of different sizes, have to be chosen according to the environment in which it will be installed and positioned correctly. Otherwise end up doing only "noise", experts say, instead of creating an enjoyable listening experience.
Besides, with TVs getting thinner, the small size of its frame ends up limiting the capacity of the built-in audio system in them. A home theater just supplying this "deficiency" with multiple boxes and external to the TV sound.
Here are tips from the experts consulted by UOL technology to avoid mistakes in the purchase and installation of equipment:
Begin by setting
Before choosing the type of home theater, you need to assess the size and restrictions that may have the environment where it will be installed. A very small room, for example, can not involve the installation of several separate boxes, and do not need a lot of powerful devices. Already a large room, by contrast, requires a system with more boxes, capable of reproducing sounds with greater intensity and more nuanced.
"The sound has to fill the room. But one must take into consideration that there are obstacles against him as sofas, cushions, curtains, shelving. All this influences the choice of home theater.
Also, the home theater change the decor of the room. Some have wires that will become apparent if the room is not designed for them to be passed inside the wall or floor. In other cases, the speakers need to be embedded in the ceiling.
What are the options of home theater
After analyzing the environment in which the home theater will be installed, the consumer can choose the types of devices available on the market.
It is common to find devices for sale that comes only with DVD player or Blu-ray Disc / DVD player. If the person wants a system that reproduces images and high-definition sound, so the best option is the Blu-ray. "The Blu-ray discs can store more information than the DVD. Besides the high-definition image, it records more sound channels.
Then he can choose between three types of home theater:
- Soundbar: is a single unit in bar format that should be positioned below the TV. It "simulates" the sound that would be produced by five speakers and the subwoofer (channel bass sounds). In general, it is suitable for small environments, being compact and waive the installation of additional boxes.
- System 5.1 / 5.2: composed of five boxes (specified by the number five) and the subwoofer (specified by the number one or two), also called a module. Each box reproduces a sound channel: two front (for voice), a central (to the track) and two rear (responsible for the surround sound effect that passes impression of motion). The boxes can be the satellite type (minor, they can be supported) and towers (long, get straight on the floor).
- System 7.1 / 7.2: beyond the five cases described in the previous system, it has two rear. Nominated for "audiophiles" and installation in large environments, the system with additional boxes reproduces nuances of sound.
Follow (or not) the brand of TV
According Altheman, Fnac, by opting for home theater equipment from the same brand of TV is not a rule. But in general, he says, the same equipment manufacturer may have some gain in communication between the TV and the audio system.
Another advantage is cosmetic, pointing Traldi, Samsung, since the design of the devices of the same brand is complementary.
In the case of home theaters 7.1 / 7.2, however, is not always possible to combine the TV system - many of these are manufactured by companies outside the video market.
Do not overdo the sound power
It is common to summarize some consumers choosing a home theater amplifier to power the speakers. This is wrong, because this feature does not reflect the overall sound quality, but the "high" how it can get. The value is expressed in watts (W) and, in general, is accompanied by the acronym RMS (Root Mean Square), which indicates that this is the average of the amplified power.
In their eagerness to "fall off the couch" with the power of sound home theater, people can end up creating a noisy environment - bothering the neighborhood and even causing damage to the ears. In Brazil, consumers often want a more 'powerful' sound, but if he has a small room, this is unnecessary.
Moreover, leaving aside the quality due to the lower price can be "shot in the foot." "If one invests in a system with higher quality, less need to increase the volume, for example, to have the same sound pressure than a lower unit. Hence it generates less noise and noise pollution in the environment.
correctly install
Most installations of home theater systems 5.1 occurs in small environments, in rooms that are converted to family room.
By positioning the boxes, it is important that these pairs are positioned symmetrically with respect to the viewer and sitting, not the TV. "The boxes should be relatively at ear height. If this is not possible, it is best that they are higher than the viewer, so the sound is not played at the ground.
At the front, near the TV, are the central boxes left, right and front. "If one of the boxes get out of voice that central axis, the user watching a movie, for example, will see his mouth moving and the sound to come out the other side.
Already the subwoofer should stay on the ground, head-if possible, and never backed furniture, experts emphasize. How is responsible for bass, it can end up making the mobile where is "shake" to reverberate the sound.
Behind lie the boxes surround a semicircle, giving impression of movement to the sound of the scenes views. "When a car passes in the video from left to right, the sound of it comes out of the box from left to right as well, behind the viewer," says Altheman. So if they are not symmetrically positioned, will not create this sense of involvement in the scene.
In small rooms where space behind the spectator is not enough to hold the boxes, the most common solution is to install them in the ceiling.
The rear speakers tend to be more apparent in the environment and to not disrupt the aesthetics of the site, some manufacturers now offer wireless surround speakers.
Besides, with TVs getting thinner, the small size of its frame ends up limiting the capacity of the built-in audio system in them. A home theater just supplying this "deficiency" with multiple boxes and external to the TV sound.
Here are tips from the experts consulted by UOL technology to avoid mistakes in the purchase and installation of equipment:
Begin by setting
Before choosing the type of home theater, you need to assess the size and restrictions that may have the environment where it will be installed. A very small room, for example, can not involve the installation of several separate boxes, and do not need a lot of powerful devices. Already a large room, by contrast, requires a system with more boxes, capable of reproducing sounds with greater intensity and more nuanced.
"The sound has to fill the room. But one must take into consideration that there are obstacles against him as sofas, cushions, curtains, shelving. All this influences the choice of home theater.
Also, the home theater change the decor of the room. Some have wires that will become apparent if the room is not designed for them to be passed inside the wall or floor. In other cases, the speakers need to be embedded in the ceiling.
What are the options of home theater
After analyzing the environment in which the home theater will be installed, the consumer can choose the types of devices available on the market.
It is common to find devices for sale that comes only with DVD player or Blu-ray Disc / DVD player. If the person wants a system that reproduces images and high-definition sound, so the best option is the Blu-ray. "The Blu-ray discs can store more information than the DVD. Besides the high-definition image, it records more sound channels.
Then he can choose between three types of home theater:
- Soundbar: is a single unit in bar format that should be positioned below the TV. It "simulates" the sound that would be produced by five speakers and the subwoofer (channel bass sounds). In general, it is suitable for small environments, being compact and waive the installation of additional boxes.
- System 5.1 / 5.2: composed of five boxes (specified by the number five) and the subwoofer (specified by the number one or two), also called a module. Each box reproduces a sound channel: two front (for voice), a central (to the track) and two rear (responsible for the surround sound effect that passes impression of motion). The boxes can be the satellite type (minor, they can be supported) and towers (long, get straight on the floor).
- System 7.1 / 7.2: beyond the five cases described in the previous system, it has two rear. Nominated for "audiophiles" and installation in large environments, the system with additional boxes reproduces nuances of sound.
Follow (or not) the brand of TV
According Altheman, Fnac, by opting for home theater equipment from the same brand of TV is not a rule. But in general, he says, the same equipment manufacturer may have some gain in communication between the TV and the audio system.
Another advantage is cosmetic, pointing Traldi, Samsung, since the design of the devices of the same brand is complementary.
In the case of home theaters 7.1 / 7.2, however, is not always possible to combine the TV system - many of these are manufactured by companies outside the video market.
Do not overdo the sound power
It is common to summarize some consumers choosing a home theater amplifier to power the speakers. This is wrong, because this feature does not reflect the overall sound quality, but the "high" how it can get. The value is expressed in watts (W) and, in general, is accompanied by the acronym RMS (Root Mean Square), which indicates that this is the average of the amplified power.
In their eagerness to "fall off the couch" with the power of sound home theater, people can end up creating a noisy environment - bothering the neighborhood and even causing damage to the ears. In Brazil, consumers often want a more 'powerful' sound, but if he has a small room, this is unnecessary.
Moreover, leaving aside the quality due to the lower price can be "shot in the foot." "If one invests in a system with higher quality, less need to increase the volume, for example, to have the same sound pressure than a lower unit. Hence it generates less noise and noise pollution in the environment.
correctly install
Most installations of home theater systems 5.1 occurs in small environments, in rooms that are converted to family room.
By positioning the boxes, it is important that these pairs are positioned symmetrically with respect to the viewer and sitting, not the TV. "The boxes should be relatively at ear height. If this is not possible, it is best that they are higher than the viewer, so the sound is not played at the ground.
At the front, near the TV, are the central boxes left, right and front. "If one of the boxes get out of voice that central axis, the user watching a movie, for example, will see his mouth moving and the sound to come out the other side.
Already the subwoofer should stay on the ground, head-if possible, and never backed furniture, experts emphasize. How is responsible for bass, it can end up making the mobile where is "shake" to reverberate the sound.
Behind lie the boxes surround a semicircle, giving impression of movement to the sound of the scenes views. "When a car passes in the video from left to right, the sound of it comes out of the box from left to right as well, behind the viewer," says Altheman. So if they are not symmetrically positioned, will not create this sense of involvement in the scene.
In small rooms where space behind the spectator is not enough to hold the boxes, the most common solution is to install them in the ceiling.
The rear speakers tend to be more apparent in the environment and to not disrupt the aesthetics of the site, some manufacturers now offer wireless surround speakers.
vineri, 11 aprilie 2014
Wireless Speakers Offer Excellent Sound Selection
Technology is constantly evolving and introducing new products to an already full line of home theater products. While not the newest kids on the block, wireless speaker technology is also advancing at a rate that prices are no longer out of reach of the average consumer and the value of being able to move your speakers around without going to the work of rewiring is appealing to consumers on an increasingly large scale.
I always try to keep in mind when buying new electronics and electronic components that this year's technology will sell at half the price this time next year. For this reason I have a hard time investing in the latest and greatest when it comes to technology and tend to remain exactly one generation behind the curve when buying new products. I like to save money whenever possible and in most cases my like of saving money outweighs my like of having new gadgets and gizmos at the high price they often command.
I also have a nasty habit of keeping those products until they are no longer useful at all (I still have my little 13 inch television from my college dorm and I won't tell you how long ago that was). I will keep it until it no longer works. It is currently being used in my television. I only mention this in order to convey the fact that making a sizeable investment in electronics in most cases is an investment that will last for quite some time unless you are one of those people who has to have the latest and greatest new tech toy each and every year.
Back to my original point wireless speakers have been emerging technology for a few years now. We've finally developed enough competition that market prices are trending downwards. This makes now the perfect time to look into the option of purchasing wireless speakers for your home theater. They are still a sizeable investment for the average home theater consumer but well worth it in my opinion for the freedom of choice and movement that they provide.
This is a great add on if you have an existing home theater in place and are considering an upgrade. I think that many people will find that the options this affords makes it well worth the investment that will be required in order to achieve. I strongly recommend however that you do not simply go online and buy the first set of wireless speakers and receiver that you find. This is a serious gamble, as you have no idea what kind of quality you will receive. The best possible recommendation is to make the rounds of local stores and listen to the various systems that are on the market.
Once you've found the one wireless sound system that appeals most to you it is time to go online in order to compare prices. Once you've found the best price online you should then check your local stores and see if they offer a low price gurantee that will match the online price you found. This is a great way to find better deals and save a little money (by not paying shipping charges).
You should always keep in mind that there are no absolutes when it comes to creating a home theater. You do not have to follow a specific code, or use certain components or even certain seating. The best thing you can do is to create an atmosphere in which you and your family can best enjoy your television and movie viewing experiences. You should keep the sounds you like in mind when selecting speakers and choose speakers that will provide the fullest amount of sound that you are comfortable with the idea of paying your hard earned money in order to purchase. Seriously, this is your money and your home theater is an investment you should take great care to make the best possible investment for your money.
I always try to keep in mind when buying new electronics and electronic components that this year's technology will sell at half the price this time next year. For this reason I have a hard time investing in the latest and greatest when it comes to technology and tend to remain exactly one generation behind the curve when buying new products. I like to save money whenever possible and in most cases my like of saving money outweighs my like of having new gadgets and gizmos at the high price they often command.
I also have a nasty habit of keeping those products until they are no longer useful at all (I still have my little 13 inch television from my college dorm and I won't tell you how long ago that was). I will keep it until it no longer works. It is currently being used in my television. I only mention this in order to convey the fact that making a sizeable investment in electronics in most cases is an investment that will last for quite some time unless you are one of those people who has to have the latest and greatest new tech toy each and every year.
Back to my original point wireless speakers have been emerging technology for a few years now. We've finally developed enough competition that market prices are trending downwards. This makes now the perfect time to look into the option of purchasing wireless speakers for your home theater. They are still a sizeable investment for the average home theater consumer but well worth it in my opinion for the freedom of choice and movement that they provide.
This is a great add on if you have an existing home theater in place and are considering an upgrade. I think that many people will find that the options this affords makes it well worth the investment that will be required in order to achieve. I strongly recommend however that you do not simply go online and buy the first set of wireless speakers and receiver that you find. This is a serious gamble, as you have no idea what kind of quality you will receive. The best possible recommendation is to make the rounds of local stores and listen to the various systems that are on the market.
Once you've found the one wireless sound system that appeals most to you it is time to go online in order to compare prices. Once you've found the best price online you should then check your local stores and see if they offer a low price gurantee that will match the online price you found. This is a great way to find better deals and save a little money (by not paying shipping charges).
You should always keep in mind that there are no absolutes when it comes to creating a home theater. You do not have to follow a specific code, or use certain components or even certain seating. The best thing you can do is to create an atmosphere in which you and your family can best enjoy your television and movie viewing experiences. You should keep the sounds you like in mind when selecting speakers and choose speakers that will provide the fullest amount of sound that you are comfortable with the idea of paying your hard earned money in order to purchase. Seriously, this is your money and your home theater is an investment you should take great care to make the best possible investment for your money.
Why Buy Home Theater Kits?
You will find all kinds of homes around the country and around the world. Some are big, some are small, and some are simply average. When you are searching for home theater systems you will find the same thing. This is particularly true of the home theater systems that come as a package deal. While I do not normally endorse these purchases, just as all homes are not alike, neither are all people. This means that what may be best for me and my home theater may not be the best plan of action for you and your home theater.
I definitely recommend listening to any home theater you are considering before taking the plunge and purchasing. There are many times in life when you get what you pay for. While most of us live within some degree of budget constraints you will find that most of us have certain things we simply will not go 'cheap' when purchasing. You should keep in mind that there are great ways to get outstanding bargains however, when it comes to purchasing electronics. One of these ways is by purchasing a home theater kit where all the pieces (generally with the exception of the television) are included.
Seeing is believing when it comes to value for most of us. The best way to find a home theater kit that you are going to be confident about purchasing is to take a look at the kit, listen to the speakers (the first 5 to 10 minutes of the movie Top Gun is an excellent test for sound), and take a look at the system to see how you find the interface. It doesn't matter how great a system sounds if you can't figure out how to use it once you've taken it out of the box. You might also want to look into the price of professional installation if you are electronically challenged when it comes to matters of programming and installation. These kits are also often appealing to those who find the prospect of shopping around for the parts and components tedious.
While it is difficult for me to accept at times, we were not all born shoppers. For people such as this, home theater systems that come as a package deal are often life rings tossed out in a sea of shopping among sharks. This convenience for some is worth any price that could be stamped on the box. The good news is that there is enough competition that prices are typically competitive according to quality.
Box kit home theater systems are appealing to many consumers for many different reasons. Those who live in small apartments or have very small home theater rooms typically find that it makes no sense to invest in a system that will rattle the walls or have the neighbors complaining. Those with limited budgets find that this is an economic way to get everything at once. People who have little time to invest in researching all the items they will need find it incredibly convenient that they will not need to worry about missing something important such as a receiver during the process. Still others find that they like knowing up front what the price for the total home theater experience is going to be, at least the electronics component at any rate.
It is important to remember that a home theater means different things to different people. Finding the ideal home theater for you may not necessarily equate to the ideal home theater for someone else who has grand visions of a cinema themed room with dark rich colors on the walls and muted lighting effects along with blacked out windows for the ultimate movie viewing experience.
Don't get too caught up in the details and remember that it only has to work for you and your needs. Creating a wonderful home theater is a great way to bring the family together on a regular basis. Buying a pre made home theater kit or system is a great way to begin enjoying the wonderful benefits of a home theater experience while learning the things you like and dislike about your system. This could be a work in progress for many years to come as you learn more about what you do and do not prefer.
I definitely recommend listening to any home theater you are considering before taking the plunge and purchasing. There are many times in life when you get what you pay for. While most of us live within some degree of budget constraints you will find that most of us have certain things we simply will not go 'cheap' when purchasing. You should keep in mind that there are great ways to get outstanding bargains however, when it comes to purchasing electronics. One of these ways is by purchasing a home theater kit where all the pieces (generally with the exception of the television) are included.
Seeing is believing when it comes to value for most of us. The best way to find a home theater kit that you are going to be confident about purchasing is to take a look at the kit, listen to the speakers (the first 5 to 10 minutes of the movie Top Gun is an excellent test for sound), and take a look at the system to see how you find the interface. It doesn't matter how great a system sounds if you can't figure out how to use it once you've taken it out of the box. You might also want to look into the price of professional installation if you are electronically challenged when it comes to matters of programming and installation. These kits are also often appealing to those who find the prospect of shopping around for the parts and components tedious.
While it is difficult for me to accept at times, we were not all born shoppers. For people such as this, home theater systems that come as a package deal are often life rings tossed out in a sea of shopping among sharks. This convenience for some is worth any price that could be stamped on the box. The good news is that there is enough competition that prices are typically competitive according to quality.
Box kit home theater systems are appealing to many consumers for many different reasons. Those who live in small apartments or have very small home theater rooms typically find that it makes no sense to invest in a system that will rattle the walls or have the neighbors complaining. Those with limited budgets find that this is an economic way to get everything at once. People who have little time to invest in researching all the items they will need find it incredibly convenient that they will not need to worry about missing something important such as a receiver during the process. Still others find that they like knowing up front what the price for the total home theater experience is going to be, at least the electronics component at any rate.
It is important to remember that a home theater means different things to different people. Finding the ideal home theater for you may not necessarily equate to the ideal home theater for someone else who has grand visions of a cinema themed room with dark rich colors on the walls and muted lighting effects along with blacked out windows for the ultimate movie viewing experience.
Don't get too caught up in the details and remember that it only has to work for you and your needs. Creating a wonderful home theater is a great way to bring the family together on a regular basis. Buying a pre made home theater kit or system is a great way to begin enjoying the wonderful benefits of a home theater experience while learning the things you like and dislike about your system. This could be a work in progress for many years to come as you learn more about what you do and do not prefer.
The Great Installation Debate
One huge questions looms in the minds of many who elect to purchase massive home theater systems for their homes: Do I install it myself or pay for installation? This great debate seems to consume consumers the world over and there really is no easy answer as it completely and entirely depends on your own confidence of your abilities and whether or not you will postpone the work for six months or get right to it once you get your home theater-well home.
In my house it all depends on who wants the product most and who has the ability to handle an installation. I've learned that when it comes to things such as home theaters my husband is an ace at getting it done right away. On the other hand I lugged my laundry to the laundry mat for 6 weeks while a washing machine and dryer sat in my basement waiting for him to install them. With this in mind, I pay for installation on anything that I want installed quickly and if it doesn't matter too terribly much to me, I'll leave it to him to install on his own timeline.
Of course timing isn't the only consideration when it comes to the installation of your home theater equipment. Knowledge is actually a key component. If you break something during the course of installation it may not be covered by the warranty, particularly if it is easy to prove that it was broken and not the result of a factory defect. At the same time you do not wish to get down to the last little bit only to discover that one small part is missing, which may actually require you to take everything out, box it up, and return it to the store. Time is money for many of us and going through the installation process twice is not only frustrating it is expensive (even in terms of the amount of our leisure time it robs us of).
There are of course other considerations when it comes to the decision of whether or not to pay the price of professional installation and one of those is the warranty on your home theater system and its components. There are some warranties that are nullified if you do not have your home theater factory or professionally installed. You need to be certain if you are installing your own home theater that your warranty won't be wasted as a result.
There are positives to consider when it comes to installing your home theater as well. Number one on that list is the amount of money you will save. Professional installation (anything with professional in front of it for that matter) is quite costly and many consumers neglect to consider that when budgeting for their home theaters. In many cases professional installation can be a real deal breaker when it comes to getting the home theater system that you really want.
The second positive when it comes to performing the installation yourself is that you know without a doubt how to take it apart and move the pieces if you ever have the occasion or need to do so (such as a move or the need to repair or replace certain pieces or parts). It is also a good idea to know where everything plugs in and doing the installation yourself will give you a clear indication of that as well.
Finally, there is a sense of pride that comes with knowing you did it yourself and you did it well. Being able to accomplish something that not everyone is able or willing to do on their own is impressive and something you should take great pride in doing. Whether you decide to go with professional installation (there is no shame in this decision) or installing your home theater system for yourself I wish you many years of enjoyment with your new home theater.
In my house it all depends on who wants the product most and who has the ability to handle an installation. I've learned that when it comes to things such as home theaters my husband is an ace at getting it done right away. On the other hand I lugged my laundry to the laundry mat for 6 weeks while a washing machine and dryer sat in my basement waiting for him to install them. With this in mind, I pay for installation on anything that I want installed quickly and if it doesn't matter too terribly much to me, I'll leave it to him to install on his own timeline.
Of course timing isn't the only consideration when it comes to the installation of your home theater equipment. Knowledge is actually a key component. If you break something during the course of installation it may not be covered by the warranty, particularly if it is easy to prove that it was broken and not the result of a factory defect. At the same time you do not wish to get down to the last little bit only to discover that one small part is missing, which may actually require you to take everything out, box it up, and return it to the store. Time is money for many of us and going through the installation process twice is not only frustrating it is expensive (even in terms of the amount of our leisure time it robs us of).
There are of course other considerations when it comes to the decision of whether or not to pay the price of professional installation and one of those is the warranty on your home theater system and its components. There are some warranties that are nullified if you do not have your home theater factory or professionally installed. You need to be certain if you are installing your own home theater that your warranty won't be wasted as a result.
There are positives to consider when it comes to installing your home theater as well. Number one on that list is the amount of money you will save. Professional installation (anything with professional in front of it for that matter) is quite costly and many consumers neglect to consider that when budgeting for their home theaters. In many cases professional installation can be a real deal breaker when it comes to getting the home theater system that you really want.
The second positive when it comes to performing the installation yourself is that you know without a doubt how to take it apart and move the pieces if you ever have the occasion or need to do so (such as a move or the need to repair or replace certain pieces or parts). It is also a good idea to know where everything plugs in and doing the installation yourself will give you a clear indication of that as well.
Finally, there is a sense of pride that comes with knowing you did it yourself and you did it well. Being able to accomplish something that not everyone is able or willing to do on their own is impressive and something you should take great pride in doing. Whether you decide to go with professional installation (there is no shame in this decision) or installing your home theater system for yourself I wish you many years of enjoyment with your new home theater.
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