In previous articles we have discussed the importance of speaker placement in your home theatre. But, do the different styles of speaker make a difference? As with most decisions made regarding a sound system, a lot of the decision is made with your ear. What sounds good to me might not sound so great to you. However, size, functionality and cost are a factor also. Here is a quick run-down on the various styles of speaker available.
An acronym for “High Definition Multimedia Interface”, HDMI is slowly replacing many other types of cables connecting audio visual equipment. Available in “standard” or “high speed”, HDMI cables are capable of transferring uncompressed video data and both compressed and uncompressed digital audio data. HDMI is a digital replacement for existing analog video standards. Are flat HDMI cables for you?
This switch allows four pairs of speakers to be run from an amplifier with only one set of outputs, or four pairs of speakers from the one speaker cable. The spring clip terminals accept speaker cable up to 16 AWG. Impedance is the measurement of amplifier-to-speaker voltage in ohms. Although amplifiers are designed to manage various different speaker ratings, usually from four to 16 ohms, the use of multiple sets of speakers
If you’re considering a projector screen for your home theatre, there are a few things to consider. Bigger is always better right? Not necessarily. Included in the regular questions we hear from our customers is “How big should the screen be?” or “How big are your screens?” in the hope they are so big they will eclipse the entire wall. This is where a “bit” of restraint is needed, because a quick decision to slap up a huge screen in a small room will lead to real disappointment in the long run.
It’s hard enough squinting to try and see the difference between 20 different models and sizes of televisions in the store, deciding which one you should buy, and how long it will be until it is superseded by the next model or big jump in technology. Now there’s a new (or not so new, really) term that has been injected into our technological vernacular more and more. “It’s 4k”. So what! What is 4k anyway, and what’s so good about it?
Once the play thing of the rich and famous, a Home Cinema is now quite a common request for newly built homes, and a popular conversion in existing homes. Whether you want to fit out the “Man-Cave” or create a family friendly environment for everyone to relax, kick back and watch some of your favourite movies, there is an option for you. Would you like to try before you buy?
Watching old “classic” movies is one of my favourite pastimes on a rainy day, but have you ever wondered why the picture is so grainy? Well, it comes down to the picture resolution. Just like computer monitors or digital photos, the resolution of the image is so important in terms of picture quality.
HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface) is a compact audio/video interface for transferring uncompressed video data and compressed/uncompressed digital audio data from your HDMI device to a compatible monitor, projector or digital audio device or television. As most people know, HDMI cables come in various lengths, and various qualities...and prices.
RoboCop is the latest “remake” about to hit the big screen. In 1987 we saw the much acclaimed original movie. The first film was followed up by luke-warm reception for RoboCop2 in 1990 then by RoboCop3 in 1992. This “re-boot” is set in the year 2028, where “multinational conglomerate” OmniCorp are the leaders in robot technology.
