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Category Archives: Home Theater

7 Affordable Projectors for Everyday Consumers

Whether you live in a small apartment or a large family home, a projector can add some excitement to your TV or movie viewing experience. Unfortunately, most people think owning a projector does not fit their tight budget. The truth is however, that when projectors become more popular, they also become more affordable. For under a couple grand, you can set up a nice projector system in your living space.     Some features you’ll want to look for when shopping for an entry-level projector include:   HDMI connectivity   Portability or easy installation   Equipped with built-in speakers (or […]

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Tips for Installing a Home Theater inside a Basement or Living Room

Whether in a living room, basement or other location, a home theater is often the most popular hang-out spot for entertainment viewing. Along with being a place to gather for movie night, it also provides an exciting way to watch and enjoy basketball, hockey, football and other sports.   Make your home theater a stylish and comfortable meeting space for family and friends with the following set up tips and ideas:   The Projector – Choose the right projector for your space. Begin by assessing the amount of light in the room. If you have lots of light, you’ll need […]

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Benefit of Using a Projector Compared to an LCD Television

Many movie watchers and television fans are opting for a projector in lieu of an LCD television. One reason is due to the increase in the number of home entertainment rooms that include comfortable seating inside a movie theater-style environment.     Nonetheless, there are many other reasons why projectors are preferred over flat screen televisions. Although both provide clear images and great picture quality, projectors provide many benefits over that of an LCD television such as:   The projector allows for viewing on a larger screen (about 102 inches compared to 60 or less with a television). Great for […]

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Head-to-Head: Epson 5030UB vs Panasonic PT-AE8000

When it comes to home theater projectors, there are hundreds of options in the mid-range budget category, from about $1,500 to $3,500. Yet, few are as popular and widely used as the Epson Home Cinema 5030UB and the Panasonic PT-AE8000. Both combine the best features to deliver stunning HD images, excellent 3D performance, and quick and flexible installation.   If you’ve narrowed your choices down to the Epson 5030UB and the Panasonic PT-AE8000, it can be a challenge to make that final selection. They’re just both such high-performing pieces of hardware. They’ll provide many of the features that you need, […]

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Home Theater Projectors: 4 Questions to Ask

Are you on the market for a home theater projector? There’s an allure to using a projector in your home theater: ultra-large, crisp images, impressive image quality, you name it. Although HD TVs compete, there’s nothing quite like a projector. But unlike TVs, buying a projector is a bit more complicated. You need to know things like what brightness you’ll need, the type of installation you’re planning, and the available features you’re looking for, among other factors. So which one is right for you? Here are four questions you should ask yourself before picking a projector: How Bright Should My […]

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