Mini Home Theater

Building A Home Theater

Building A Home Theater

Building a Home Theater in Your Home

A home theater is a great addition to any house. Your home theater could be as simple a living room with a nice couch and a television, or a room with projection style TV screens and stadium seating. Your home theater can be as big an as exciting as you want, and we have all the tips to help you save money and build a home theater in your house for less! Also tips to selecting a new TV, we can help you figure out what's better a LCD or a Plasma TV for your home. Rememebr when making a home theater for your home, you also have many different options. How big room do you want? Do you actually want a movie theater in your home? The most simple home theater's could be a living room with a nice tv and surround sound. It all depends on what you want, and how much you are willing to spend. You can spend any ammount of money you want on a home theater system, so try and narrow it down before you begin.

The main goals during your home theater's construction phase are noise isolation and build quality. If you are going to be watching loud movies in your home theater, you don't want the sound to echo out into to rest of the house. Also sound the room will sound much better if all the sound stays into the room. Build quality refers to the types of materials you use during construction and how you use them. All materials will affect how the room sounds. Noise isolation refers to how much outside noise reaches into your room and how much of your room's noise reaches the outside world. This is one of the most important things to consider. Outside noise coming into your home theater is just as bad as inside noise going out. If you want to be simple about your home theater project you don't really need to worry about this as much. This is just if you are going to actually build a room into your home that is dedicated for home theater. Because of the fact that its so much more expensive to do, if you are going to do it you might as well do it right with the right materials and not skimp there.

Designing your home theater can be a very expensive project, so its best to make sure you know everything you want to do before you get started. Keep in mind when planning a budget that once you start building and construction, no matter how well the budget is planned there are always things and always will go wrong with any project. Keep in mind a good idea when building your home theater in your house is to start out small, and add things along the way so it's not such a big expense all at once. Starting out small can also give you time to think about what you actually want, and you may be inspired to do new things along the way.

How do I design and build a home theater?

That requires a long answer and more information from you. Dedicated home theatres (HT) can cost $100K or more, or be built for a few thousand (including equipment).

Some questions to answer:
- What type of home theatre? For a small-medium TV/DVD combination? For music and video? For a projection setup?
- Where? If in an existing room, this will define some of the constraints. For example, seating distance will largely determine screen size. If a new room for the HT this has it's own demands based on many variables.
- How fussy will you be about acoustics and sound proofing?
- What electrical and other wiring requirements are there? For example, do you require hidden wiring, connection to internet or a home network, or cable or satellite?

I don't want to scare you, but many factors interrrelate and need to be worked through. The more you think about and plan the better the result will be.

You also need to be realistic. If you have limited funds you will want to do much of the work yourself, but do you have the expertise? A HT is great (I took a year to plan and build am just now enjoying the results .. and I'm not finished) but it is not an easy project to take on yourself.

nuff said. Have a look at the construction and design threads on AVS Forum (See link to home page). Read all you can about home theatre equipment(e.g. for projectors read Projector Central. Consider seating and screen design .. see links) design ..... and go for what you can realistically take on.

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Yamaha All Weather Outdoor / Indoor Wall Mountable Natural Sound 120 watt 2 way Acoustic Suspension Speakers - Set of 2 - Black - Compatible with All Audio / Video Home Theater Sound Systems, Components, CD Players, or Receivers List Price: $99.99 Sale Price: $74.99 You save: $25.00 (25%)   Eligible for free shipping! Availability: Usually ships in 1-2 business days See Reviews For This Product Description Outdoor Speaker System Features High Power Handling and Durable All-Weather DesignRecommended use for Indoor / Outdoor Front / Surround SpeakersNew Natural Sound All-Weather Speaker System Type : 2-way acoustic suspension Woofers : 5" PP mica filled cone with rubber surround1" PEI Dome TweeterWeatherproof Speaker TerminalsAluminum Speaker GrillesFully Adjustable Mounting Brackets Included Frequency Response : 65 Hz - 40 kHz Sensitivity : 85 dB/2.83 V/1 m Input Power : Maximum 120 watts / Nominal 35 watts Impedance : 6 ohms Product Dimensions : 5-7/8"W X 8-27/32"H X 5-19/32"DProduct Weight : 3.09 lbs. eachColor : White Features New Natural Sound All-Weather 2-Way Speaker System for Outdoor or Indoor Supreme Music Enjoyment Year-Round Fully Adjustable Wall Mounting Brackets Included 2 way Acoustic Suspension Design Wide range of applications for home theaters, small commercial spaces and public buildings

Yamaha All Weather Outdoor / Indoor Wall Mountable Natural Sound 120 watt 2 way Acoustic Suspension Speakers - Black- with 100ft 16 AWG Speaker Wire - Compatible with All Audio / Video Home Theater Sound Systems, Components, CD Players, or Receivers - Also Designed for Book Shelf or Desktop Use List Price: $219.99 Sale Price: $169.99 You save: $50.00 (23%)   Eligible for free shipping! Availability: Usually ships in 1-2 business days See Reviews For This Product Description Smaller size outdoor all weather speaker system that combines quality and durability, and provides a wide variety of installation optionsFlexible installation options with supplied mounting bracketsWeather resistant 5-way binding post speaker terminalsPowder-coated aluminum speaker grillesSupplied rubber feet for desktop/bookshelf placementWide range of applications for home theaters, small commercial spaces and public buildingsRecommended Usage as Outdoor Speakers or Front / Surround SpeakersType : 2-way acoustic suspension Woofers : 5-1/4" waterproof cone Tweeters : 3/4" fluid-cooled, coated soft dome Frequency Response : 60 Hz-25 kHz Sensitivity : 86 dB/2.83 V/1 mInput Power : Maximum 120 watts / Nominal 40 watts Impedance : 6 Ohms Product Dimensions : 6-3/4"W X 10-3/4"H X 5-3/8"DProduct Weight : 4 lbs. ea. Color : Black Features New Natural Sound All-Weather 2-Way Speaker System for Outdoor or Indoor Supreme Music Enjoyment Year-Round Fully Adjustable Wall Mounting Brackets Included - Supplied Rubber Feet for Bookshelf or Desktop Placement 2 way Acoustic Suspension Design Wide range of applications for home theaters, small commercial spaces and public buildings 100ft 16 AWG Speaker Wire Included

Yamaha All Weather Outdoor / Indoor Wall Mountable Natural Sound 120 watt 2 way Acoustic Suspension Speakers - White - with 100ft 16 AWG Speaker Wire - Compatible with All Audio / Video Home Theater Sound Systems, Components, CD Players, or Receivers - Also Designed for Book Shelf or Desktop Use List Price: $219.99 Sale Price: $169.99 You save: $50.00 (23%)   Eligible for free shipping! Availability: Usually ships in 1-2 business days See Reviews For This Product Description Smaller size outdoor all weather speaker system that combines quality and durability, and provides a wide variety of installation optionsFlexible installation options with supplied mounting bracketsWeather resistant 5-way binding post speaker terminalsPowder-coated aluminum speaker grillesSupplied rubber feet for desktop/bookshelf placementWide range of applications for home theaters, small commercial spaces and public buildingsRecommended Usage as Outdoor Speakers or Front / Surround SpeakersType : 2-way acoustic suspension Woofers : 5-1/4" waterproof cone Tweeters : 3/4" fluid-cooled, coated soft dome Frequency Response : 60 Hz-25 kHz Sensitivity : 86 dB/2.83 V/1 mInput Power : Maximum 120 watts / Nominal 40 watts Impedance : 6 Ohms Product Dimensions : 6-3/4"W X 10-3/4"H X 5-3/8"DProduct Weight : 4 lbs. ea. Color : White Features New Natural Sound All-Weather 2-Way Speaker System for Outdoor or Indoor Supreme Music Enjoyment Year-Round Fully Adjustable Wall Mounting Brackets Included - Supplied Rubber Feet for Bookshelf or Desktop Placement 2 way Acoustic Suspension Design Wide range of applications for home theaters, small commercial spaces and public buildings 100ft 16 AWG Speaker Wire Included

Yamaha All Weather Outdoor / Indoor Wall Mountable Natural Sound 120 watt 2 way Acoustic Suspension Speakers - Set of 4 - White - with 100ft 16 AWG Speaker Wire - Compatible with All Audio / Video Home Theater Sound Systems, Components, CD Players, or Receivers List Price: $199.99 Sale Price: $169.99 You save: $30.00 (15%)   Eligible for free shipping! Availability: Usually ships in 1-2 business days See Reviews For This Product Description Outdoor Speaker System Features High Power Handling and Durable All-Weather DesignRecommended use for Indoor / Outdoor Front / Surround SpeakersNew Natural Sound All-Weather Speaker System Type : 2-way acoustic suspension Woofers : 5" PP mica filled cone with rubber surround1" PEI Dome TweeterWeatherproof Speaker TerminalsAluminum Speaker GrillesFully Adjustable Mounting Brackets Included Frequency Response : 65 Hz - 40 kHz Sensitivity : 85 dB/2.83 V/1 m Input Power : Maximum 120 watts / Nominal 35 watts Impedance : 6 ohms Product Dimensions : 5-7/8"W X 8-27/32"H X 5-19/32"DProduct Weight : 3.09 lbs. eachColor : White Features New Natural Sound All-Weather 2-Way Speaker System for Outdoor or Indoor Supreme Music Enjoyment Year-Round Fully Adjustable Wall Mounting Brackets Included 2 way Acoustic Suspension Design Wide range of applications for home theaters, small commercial spaces and public buildings 100ft 16 AWG Speaker Wire Included

Yamaha All Weather Outdoor / Indoor Wall Mountable Natural Sound 130 watt 2 way Acoustic Suspension Speakers - Set of 2 - White - Compatible with All Audio / Video Home Theater Sound Systems, Components, CD Players, or Receivers List Price: $149.99 Sale Price: $129.99 You save: $20.00 (13%)   Eligible for free shipping! Availability: Usually ships in 1-2 business days See Reviews For This Product Description Outdoor Speaker System Features High Power Handling and Durable All-Weather DesignRecommended for Indoor / Outdoor Front / Surround SpeakersNew Natural Sound All-Weather Speaker System2-way acoustic suspension130 Watts Maximum Input Power6-1/2" High Compliance PP Mica Filled Woofers1" PEI Dome TweeterWeatherproof Speaker TerminalsAluminum Speaker GrillesFully Adjustable Mounting Brackets Included Frequency Response : 55 Hz - 40 kHz Sensitivity : 87 dB/2.83 V/1 m Input Power : Maximum 130W / Nominal 40W Impedance : 6 ohms Product Dimensions : 7-5/16"W X 11-1/16"H X 7-3/32"DProduct Weight : 4.85 lbs. (ea.)Color : White Features New Natural Sound All-Weather 2-Way Speaker System for Outdoor or Indoor Supreme Music Enjoyment Year-Round Fully Adjustable Wall Mounting Brackets Included 2 way Acoustic Suspension Design Wide range of applications for home theaters, small commercial spaces and public buildings

Yamaha All Weather Outdoor / Indoor Wall Mountable Natural Sound 120 watt 2 way Acoustic Suspension Speakers - White - with 50ft 16 AWG Speaker Wire - Compatible with All Audio / Video Home Theater Sound Systems, Components, CD Players, or Receivers List Price: $109.99 Sale Price: $79.95 You save: $30.04 (27%)   Eligible for free shipping! Availability: Usually ships in 1-2 business days See Reviews For This Product Description Outdoor Speaker System Features High Power Handling and Durable All-Weather DesignRecommended use for Indoor / Outdoor Front / Surround SpeakersNew Natural Sound All-Weather Speaker System Type : 2-way acoustic suspension Woofers : 5" PP mica filled cone with rubber surround1" PEI Dome TweeterWeatherproof Speaker TerminalsAluminum Speaker GrillesFully Adjustable Mounting Brackets Included Frequency Response : 65 Hz - 40 kHz Sensitivity : 85 dB/2.83 V/1 m Input Power : Maximum 120 watts / Nominal 35 watts Impedance : 6 ohms Product Dimensions : 5-7/8"W X 8-27/32"H X 5-19/32"DProduct Weight : 3.09 lbs. eachColor : White Features New Natural Sound All-Weather 2-Way Speaker System for Outdoor or Indoor Supreme Music Enjoyment Year-Round Fully Adjustable Wall Mounting Brackets Included 2 way Acoustic Suspension Design Wide range of applications for home theaters, small commercial spaces and public buildings 50ft 16 AWG Speaker Wire Included

Yamaha All Weather Outdoor / Indoor Wall Mountable Natural Sound 120 watt 2 way Acoustic Suspension Speakers - Set of 2 - White - Compatible with All Audio / Video Home Theater Sound Systems, Components, CD Players, or Receivers List Price: $99.99 Sale Price: $74.99 You save: $25.00 (25%)   Eligible for free shipping! Availability: Usually ships in 1-2 business days See Reviews For This Product Description Outdoor Speaker System Features High Power Handling and Durable All-Weather DesignRecommended use for Indoor / Outdoor Front / Surround SpeakersNew Natural Sound All-Weather Speaker System Type : 2-way acoustic suspension Woofers : 5" PP mica filled cone with rubber surround1" PEI Dome TweeterWeatherproof Speaker TerminalsAluminum Speaker GrillesFully Adjustable Mounting Brackets Included Frequency Response : 65 Hz - 40 kHz Sensitivity : 85 dB/2.83 V/1 m Input Power : Maximum 120 watts / Nominal 35 watts Impedance : 6 ohms Product Dimensions : 5-7/8"W X 8-27/32"H X 5-19/32"DProduct Weight : 3.09 lbs. eachColor : White Features New Natural Sound All-Weather 2-Way Speaker System for Outdoor or Indoor Supreme Music Enjoyment Year-Round Fully Adjustable Wall Mounting Brackets Included 2 way Acoustic Suspension Design Wide range of applications for home theaters, small commercial spaces and public buildings

Yamaha All Weather Outdoor / Indoor Wall Mountable Natural Sound 120 watt 2 way Acoustic Suspension Speakers - Set of 6 - White - with 100ft 16 AWG Speaker Wire - Compatible with All Audio / Video Home Theater Sound Systems, Components, CD Players, or Receivers List Price: $299.99 Sale Price: $199.99 You save: $100.00 (33%)   Eligible for free shipping! Availability: Usually ships in 1-2 business days See Reviews For This Product Description Outdoor Speaker System Features High Power Handling and Durable All-Weather DesignRecommended use for Indoor / Outdoor Front / Surround SpeakersNew Natural Sound All-Weather Speaker System Type : 2-way acoustic suspension Woofers : 5" PP mica filled cone with rubber surround1" PEI Dome TweeterWeatherproof Speaker TerminalsAluminum Speaker GrillesFully Adjustable Mounting Brackets Included Frequency Response : 65 Hz - 40 kHz Sensitivity : 85 dB/2.83 V/1 m Input Power : Maximum 120 watts / Nominal 35 watts Impedance : 6 ohms Product Dimensions : 5-7/8"W X 8-27/32"H X 5-19/32"DProduct Weight : 3.09 lbs. eachColor : White Features New Natural Sound All-Weather 2-Way Speaker System for Outdoor or Indoor Supreme Music Enjoyment Year-Round Fully Adjustable Wall Mounting Brackets Included 2 way Acoustic Suspension Design Wide range of applications for home theaters, small commercial spaces and public buildings 100ft 16 AWG Speaker Wire Included

Thermaltake DH 202 VJ80011N2Z Digital Home Series HTPC Case with Built-in Media LAB LCD and Remote Controller Sale Price: $249.99   Eligible for free shipping! Availability: Usually ships in 24 hours See Reviews For This Product Description Case Type Home Theater Media PC, Material SECC, Front Bezel Material Aluminum, Color Black, Side Panel Solid, Vented, Motherboard Support. ATX, Micro ATX form factor, Motherboard Tray No, 5.25" Drive Bay 1, Ext. 3.5" Drive Bay No, Int. 3.5" Drive Bay 3, Expansion Slots 7, Front I/O Ports. USB 2.0 x 2, IEEE 1934 Firewire, HD Audio, Built-in 23-in-1 card reader, Cooling System - Front : 120 mm fan x 1, 1400 rpm, - Rear 60 mm fan x 2, 2500 rpm, Liquid Cooling Capable No, Liquid Cooling Embedded No, Power Supply Supported Standard ATX PSII, Power Supply Included No, Dimension (H*W*D) 6.57 x 16.85 x 17.3 in, 167x 428 x 440 mm, Net Weight 16.5 lbs, 7.5 kg, Security Lock No, Application, Warranty 3 Years, Features Stylish and unique aluminum front panel design, best choice for your home digital entertainment High efficiency ventilation:12cm silent fan in front & dual 6cm fan in rear Built-in 23 in 1 card reader Built-in Media LAB LCD with hot keys module: LCD capable of display multi-language, 10 buttons hot keys function, Volume Control Knob and remote controller

Yamaha All Weather Outdoor / Indoor Wall Mountable Natural Sound 150 watt 2 way Acoustic Suspension Speakers - Black - with 50ft 16 AWG Speaker Wire - Compatible with All Audio / Video Home Theater Sound Systems, Components, CD Players, or Receivers - Also Designed for Book Shelf or Desktop Use List Price: $259.95 Sale Price: $169.95 You save: $90.00 (35%)   Eligible for free shipping! Availability: Usually ships in 1-2 business days See Reviews For This Product Description Medium size outdoor all weather speaker system that combines quality and durability, and provides a wide variety of installation optionsFlexible installation options with supplied mounting bracketsWeather resistant 5-way binding post speaker terminalsPowder-coated aluminum speaker grillesSupplied rubber feet for desktop/bookshelf placementWide range of applications for home theaters, small commercial spaces and public buildingsRecommended Usage as Outdoor Speakers or Front / Surround SpeakersType : 2-way acoustic suspension Woofers : 6-1/2" waterproof cone Tweeters : 1" fluid-cooled, coated soft dome Frequency Response : 55 Hz - 20 kHz Sensitivity : 88 dB/2.83 V/1 mInput Power : Maximum 150 watts / Nominal 50 watts Impedance : 6 Ohms Product Dimensions : 8-1/8"W X 13-3/8"H X 6-3/4"DProduct Weight : 5.3 lbs. ea. Color : Black Features New Natural Sound All-Weather 2-Way Speaker System for Outdoor or Indoor Supreme Music Enjoyment Year-Round Fully Adjustable Wall Mounting Brackets Included - Supplied Rubber Feet for Bookshelf or Desktop Placement 2 way Acoustic Suspension Design Wide range of applications for home theaters, small commercial spaces and public buildings 50ft 16 AWG Speaker Wire Included