The growth in size of television screens with the conversion to LCD televisions instead of tube type TVs has made home theater systems more popular than ever before. By adding the in a box speaker system to a television a family room can be transformed to give a movie house experience. The devices are easy to set up and may include DVD or Blu-ray players.
Most of these sets include the 5.1 or 7.1 channel devices, which indicates either five or seven speakers that have been matched sonically as well as a subwoofer. Many of the sets sold today also include wireless rear speakers and an iPod dock. Units that include Blu-ray players often offer the option of accessing online content allowing users to stream movies from several different subscription services.
Consumers will find there is a wide variety in prices for units. The least expensive are generally five channel sets with a DVD player. Seven channel Blu-ray sets may cost three to four times the price of the DVD sets, but offer more viewing options, including DVDs, Blu-Rays and streaming content.
The top models offer 1080p pictures with high-def quality. They also work well at up-converting standard DVDs, but picture quality can vary with some players. The sound quality can vary greatly with these different options.
Soundbar units offer another option for consumers. These devices connect directly to the TV without using a receiver. Although they generally produce good sound, they are not as good in producing surround sound. Since there are no actual speakers located at the back of a room, units must attempt to create surround sound using electronics.
Home theater systems can improve the sound quality of one's flat panel TV. The can create an experience close to one from a movie house in the consumer's own house. With the right unit, it is possible to enjoy movies, sports and even music more.
Most of these sets include the 5.1 or 7.1 channel devices, which indicates either five or seven speakers that have been matched sonically as well as a subwoofer. Many of the sets sold today also include wireless rear speakers and an iPod dock. Units that include Blu-ray players often offer the option of accessing online content allowing users to stream movies from several different subscription services.
Consumers will find there is a wide variety in prices for units. The least expensive are generally five channel sets with a DVD player. Seven channel Blu-ray sets may cost three to four times the price of the DVD sets, but offer more viewing options, including DVDs, Blu-Rays and streaming content.
The top models offer 1080p pictures with high-def quality. They also work well at up-converting standard DVDs, but picture quality can vary with some players. The sound quality can vary greatly with these different options.
Soundbar units offer another option for consumers. These devices connect directly to the TV without using a receiver. Although they generally produce good sound, they are not as good in producing surround sound. Since there are no actual speakers located at the back of a room, units must attempt to create surround sound using electronics.
Home theater systems can improve the sound quality of one's flat panel TV. The can create an experience close to one from a movie house in the consumer's own house. With the right unit, it is possible to enjoy movies, sports and even music more.
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