Home Theater Room Set Up

Home Theater Room Set Up

Home Theater Room Set Up

A Home Theater Tale: convergence, divergence, and Solaris


Oh, the travails of anyone trying to wrap their mind around the current state of home theater options, whether for the purpose of actually putting together a home theater or of writing a Top 10 Home Theater Components list. The Ars audience's understanding of which gadgets are essential to their home theater setup expands well beyond the typical list of components to include laptops, smartphones ...

How to Set Up and Treat a Listening Room


Coby CSP96 300-Watt 5.1-Channel Home Theater Speaker System (Black)
Coby CSP96 300-Watt 5.1-Channel Home Theater Speaker System (Black)
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Immerse yourself in your movies and music with Coby's 5.1-channel home theater speaker system. Fill your room with 300 watts of surround sound from five 3-inch satellite speakers and a floor-rattling subwoofer. The integrated amplifier and switch allows you to easily change between two source connections. Independent volume/treble/bass control and magnetic shielding also included.

Enjoy an immersive cinema experience at home with the affordable Coby CSP96 5.1-channel home theater speaker system, which includes a floor-rattling subwoofer and five 3-inch satellite speakers that fill a room with 300 watts of surround sound. The integrated amplifier and switch allows you to easily change between two source connections, and it also features independent volume/treble/bass control and magnetic shielding that allow for speaker placement in close proximity to your TV without interfering with the picture quality. See larger image. Key Features 300 watts of home theater surround sound Designed for use with 5.1-channel DVD players, computer systems, and more Integrated amplifier with 2 connection options (RCA stereo and RCA 5.1-channel) Built-in switch allows you to easily change between audio connections Full-range satellite speakers with 3-inch drivers (40W peak output x 5) Wood subwoofer with tuned port for deep bass response (100W peak output) Independent volume, treble, and bass controls Magnetic shielding Wall-mountable or desktop design Subwoofer dimensions: 11.8 x 12 x 4 inches Satellite dimensions: 5.9 x 3.7 x 3.6 inches What's in the Box Subwoofer, 5 satellite speakers, 3 RCA audio input cords, operating instructions

Features

  • 5.1-channel home theater system with 300 watts of power; includes 1 subwoofer and 5 satellite speakers
  • Designed for use with 5.1-channel DVD players, computer systems, and more
  • Built-in switch allows you to easily change between audio connections
  • Independent volume, treble, and bass controls
  • Magnetically shielded speakers allow for speaker placement in close proximity to your TV
Onkyo HT-S3300 5.1-Channel Home Theater Receiver and Speaker Package (Black)
Onkyo HT-S3300 5.1-Channel Home Theater Receiver and Speaker Package (Black)
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If you’re looking for a future-ready receiver-and-speaker package that won’t break the bank, your search may be over. Meet Onkyo’s 5.1-channel HT-S3300—a system packed with so much advanced technology that it redefines entry-level home theater. As with every A/V receiver in Onkyo’s 2010 line-up, you get the latest iteration of HDMI—version 1.4. Three HDMI inputs let you hook up, say, your Blu-ray player, game console, and cable/satellite box—all of which can be output via a single cable to your connected high-res display. Not only is HDMI 1.4 compatible with next-generation 3D video, it also enables a convenient Audio Return Channel. On top of this, the HT-S3300 supports lossless HD audio formats from Dolby and DTS—previously the domain of mid-range to high-end receivers only. But that’s not all. The HT-S3300 also provides an overlaid On-Screen Display function for easy adjustment of settings; a Universal Port for one-cable connection of peripherals; Audyssey equalization; four gaming audio modes; and a fully immersive, beautifully balanced 5.1-channel speaker set.

Features

  • 660 Watts into 5.1 Channels
  • HDMI Version 1.4 to Support 3D Video Formats, Audio Return Channel, Deep Color , x.v.Color , LipSync, Dolby TrueHD
  • DTS-HD Master Audio , DVD-Audio, Super Audio CD, Multichannel PCM and CEC
  • 4 DSP Modes for Gaming: Rock, Sports, Action, and RPG (Role Playing Game)
  • Music Optimizer for Compressed Digital Music Files
  • Audio and 1080p Video Processing via HDMI (3 Inputs and 1 Output)
Yamaha NS-SP1800BL 5.1-Channel Home Theater Speaker Package
Yamaha NS-SP1800BL 5.1-Channel Home Theater Speaker Package
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The Yamaha NS-SP1800BL 5.1-channel home theater speaker package is a low cost, convenient way to enjoy the full benefits of 5.1-channel home theater sound. The NS-SP1800BL features advanced Yamaha active servo technology (Advanced YST) is a unique system in which the speaker and amplifier work together to cancel out impedance so the speaker unit has a perfectly linear motion. Advanced YST helps to ensure the highest levels of sound pressure and overall performance.

Features

  • 2-way satellite speakers with 2.5" woofer & 1/2" tweeter
  • 2-way center speaker with dual 2.5" woofers & 1/2" tweeter
  • Magnetic shielding (all speakers)
  • 8" 100W cube-type high power subwoofer
  • Wall hanging capability
Sony HTS-S370 Surround Sound Home Theater System, Black
Sony HTS-S370 Surround Sound Home Theater System, Black
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Complete your entertainment experience with 5.1 channels of high-quality surround sound and 1000 watts of power with the HT-SS370 surround sound system. Connect multiple HD devices using a single HDMI cable per device and turn this great system into your entertainment hub, plus operate all your compatible BRAVIA Sync devices using one remote control. Add optional S-AIR accessories and enjoy the convenience of wireless rear speakers or multi-room streaming.

Features

  • 1000 watt, 5.1-channel surround sound system ideal for Blu-ray Disc players
  • HDMI Repeater lets you connect multiple devices and send to your HDTV with just one HDMI cable
  • BRAVIA Sync compatible for controlling multiple devices with one remote
  • Wireless S-AIR support for adding wireless speakers with multi-room capability
  • Digital media port for iPod (iPod cradle sold separately)
Onkyo HT-S5300 7.1-Channel Home Theater Receiver and Speaker Package with iPod Dock (Black)
Onkyo HT-S5300 7.1-Channel Home Theater Receiver and Speaker Package with iPod Dock (Black)
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Onkyo has built a reputation for making advanced features and performance more affordable for budget-conscious fans of home entertainment. Take, as a prime example, the HT-S5300 receiver and speaker package. At the heart of this 7.1-channel system, you have an A/V receiver sporting four of the latest HDMI 1.4 inputs—enough for all your high-def sources. HDMI 1.4 brings compatibility with 3D video—coming soon—and an Audio Return Channel. With the HT-S5300, you can also adjust settings on the fly with a handy overlaid on-screen display. The receiver offers a broad range of connectivity options, such as a front input for portable devices and a Universal Port for one-cable connection of the included Dock for iPhone/iPod. High-quality Burr-Brown DACs ensure pristine analog conversion of all digital audio sources, including HD audio formats from Dolby and DTS. And Dolby® Pro Logic® IIz gives you the option of a new height-channel set-up with the included 7.1-channel speaker package.

Features

  • 130 watts/ch with 290W powered subwoofer
  • HDMI (Version 1.4 to Support 3D Video Formats, Audio Return Channel), Deep Color , x.v.Color , LipSync, Dolby® TrueHD, DTS-HD Master Audio , DVD-Audio, Super Audio CD, Multichannel PCM, and CEC
  • Audio and 1080p Video Processing via HDMI (4 Inputs and 1 Output)
  • Powered Zone 2 and Zone 2 Line-Out for Playback of Separate Source in Another Room
  • 4 DSP Modes for Gaming: Rock, Sports, Action, and RPG (Role Playing Game)
Onkyo SKS-HT870 Home Theater Speaker System
Onkyo SKS-HT870 Home Theater Speaker System
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For maximum audio impact, your multichannel Onkyo receiver should be accompanied by a full-blooded surround-sound speaker set. Fitting the bill is the new SKS-HT870, a 7.1-channel system that injects power and vitality into all your movies, games, and music. The highlight, both visually and aurally, is a pair of dual-drive, floor-standing tallboy front speakers rated conservatively at 130 W. In concert with the two-way center and full-range surround and surround-back speakers—each also rated 130 W—they deliver stunningly detailed high- and mid-range frequencies. Meanwhile, at the bottom end, a superbly calibrated 290 W subwoofer adds visceral heft to bass notes and low frequency effects.

For maximum audio impact, your multichannel Onkyo receiver should be accompanied by a full-blooded surround-sound speaker set. Fitting the bill is the SKS-HT870, a 7.1-channel system that injects power and vitality into all your movies, games, and music. The highlight--both visually and aurally--is a pair of dual-drive, floor-standing tallboy front speakers rated conservatively at 130 W. In concert with the two-way center and full-range surround and surround-back speakers--each also rated 130 W--they deliver stunningly detailed high- and mid-range frequencies. Meanwhile, at the bottom end, a superbly calibrated 290 W subwoofer adds visceral heft to bass notes and low frequency effects. Specifications Front Speakers Type: Dual-drive, 2-way Woofer: 3-1/4-inch cone woofer x 2 Tweeter: 1-inch Balanced-Dome Frequency response: 55 Hz-50 kHz Maximum power: 130 watts Dimensions: 10-5/16 x 41-5/16 x 10-5/16 inches Surround Speakers Type: Full-range Woofer: 3-1/4-inch cone Tweeter: 3/4-inch Balanced-Dome Frequency response: 80 Hz-20 kHz Maximum power: 130 watts Dimensions: 4-1/2 x 9-1/16 x 3-3/4 inches Center Speaker Type: Dual-drive, 2-way Woofer: 3-1/4-inch cone woofer x 2 Tweeter: 1-inch Balanced-Dome Frequency response: 55 Hz-50 kHz Maximum power: 130 watts Dimensions: 16-15/16 x 4-1/2 x 4-3/4 inches Onkyo SKS-HT870 7.1-channel surround sound speaker package (see larger image).   Subwoofer Type: Bass Reflex Powered Woofer: 10-inch cone Frequency response: 25 Hz-150 kHz Maximum power: 230 watts Dimensions: 10-13/16 x 19-15/16 x 16-3/16 inches

Features

  • 7.1-channel home theater speaker set
  • Highlighted by pair of floor-standing tallboy front speakers for visual and aural impact
  • 130 watts total output on dual-drive front and center speakers and full-range surround speakers
  • Bass reflex powered subwoofer with 230 watts output
  • Subwoofer construction includes a 10-inch cone driver
Energy 5.1 Take Classic Home Theater System (Set of Six, Black)
Energy 5.1 Take Classic Home Theater System (Set of Six, Black)
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This landmark Energy 5.1 Take Classic home entertainment system flaunts superior MDF cabinets finished in sophisticated high-gloss black. It includes a powerful 200-watt subwoofer with a front-firing port, 8" driver and patented Ribbed Elliptical Surround(TM) for well-defined bass reproduction. But the coup de grâce is the newly added Convergent Source Module (CSM) with its 3" poly-titanium woofer and .75" Hyperbolic(TM) aluminum-dome tweeter. This proprietary technology provides a dynamic frequency range and an expansive soundstage, resulting in smooth, realistic sound that emanates from each satellite speaker as well as the center channel. Music and movie lovers can now rejoice because the Take Classic not only breathes life into every entertainment experience, it incites an intense passion in every listener.

Features

  • 4 gloss black 2-way Energy satellite speakers
  • 1 gloss black Energy center channel
  • 200 watt Energy subwoofer with front firing port and 8" driver and patented Ribbed Elliptical Surround(TM)
  • Perfect for a large or small space surround sound solution
  • Wall mountable
Onkyo HT-S6300 7.1-Channel Home Theater Receiver and Speaker Package with iPod Dock
Onkyo HT-S6300 7.1-Channel Home Theater Receiver and Speaker Package with iPod Dock
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If you’re looking to flesh out your movies, games, and music with lifelike, full-blooded surround sound, look no further than the HT-S6300. Think: quality on a budget. This feature-packed system sports four of the latest HDMI 1.4a inputs to handle your Blu-ray player and other high-definition devices. Non-HD video sources, meanwhile, can be upscaled to spectacular widescreen 1080p via HDMI and Faroudja DCDi Cinema. HDMI 1.4a is compatible with upcoming 3D video content and enables a handy Audio Return Channel from your display’s tuner back to the receiver. Audio processing on the HT-S6300 includes the “in the studio” realism of DTS-HD Master Audio and Dolby TrueHD; Dolby Pro Logic IIz for ambient height channels; Audyssey room-correction and equalization technologies; and four proprietary DSP modes to match your gaming content. Other Onkyo exclusives include a Universal Port for peripherals such as the included Dock for iPhone/iPod, and a new overlaid graphical on-screen display. So go ahead. Immerse yourself in Onkyo.

If you're looking to flesh out your movies, games, and music with lifelike, full-blooded surround sound, look no further than the HT-S6300. This feature-packed receiver sports four of the latest HDMI 1.4a inputs to handle your Blu-ray player and other high-definition devices. Non-HD video sources, meanwhile, can be upscaled to spectacular widescreen 1080p via HDMI and Faroudja DCDi Cinema. The special Onkyo HT-S6300 package with complete 7.1-channel surround sound speaker set and iPod/iPhone dock. This special HT-S6300 package also includes a 7.1-channel surround sound speaker set, which includes one subwoofer, one center channel speaker, and six satellite speakers. It also includes a Dock for iPhone/iPod. HDMI 1.4a is compatible with upcoming 3D video content and enables a handy Audio Return Channel from your display's tuner back to the receiver. Audio processing on the HT-S6300 includes the "in the studio" realism of DTS-HD Master Audio and Dolby TrueHD; Dolby Pro Logic IIz for ambient height channels; Audyssey room-correction and equalization technologies; and four proprietary DSP modes to match your gaming content. Key Features DTS-HD Master Audio DTS-HD Audio delivers sound quality that matches the clear and vivid images of high-definition video. Blu-ray and HD-DVD discs deliver five times the video resolution of standard DVD and produce images with stunning realism. But that's only half of the story. You need incredible sound to complete the high definition experience and DTS-HD Audio provides the highest quality multi-channel sound possible. Movies come alive with sound as lifelike as the picture, and music becomes as real as a live performance. Faroudja DCDi CINEMA The Faroudja name is synonymous with high-quality video processing. The Faroudja technologies incorporated into our 2008 A/V receiver range give you the power to bring out the best from both high-definition and standard-definition video content. The Faroudja DCDi Edge video processor converts interlaced video signals to progressive scan signals and effectively eliminates video artifacts from HDTV images. The Faroudja DCDi Cinema video processor is a more sophisticated version that drastically reduces video noise without sacrificing image quality and sharpness. Both processors can scale standard-definition sources up to 1080i--and DCDi Cinema can additionally upscale to 1080p--for output to HDTVs. Rear of the HT-S6300 (see larger image). Powered Zone 2 By dedicating a pair of channels on receivers with this capability, you don't need an external amplifier to enjoy an independent stereo audio source in a remote room. For example, on higher-end models this allows for a full 5.1 channel movie to be enjoyed in the home theater, while simultaneously sending a song from a CD (or other source) to speakers in another room. Audyssey Audio Correction Technology Audyssey 2EQ for Room Acoustic Correction: Tailors multichannel audio for your home theater by correcting problems both in frequency response and in the time domain (where most of the problems lie) for a clear, precise, and natural sound. Audyssey Dynamic Volume: Maintains the desired listening level for all content while optimizing the dynamic range. Audyssey Dynamic EQ for Loudness Correction: Solves the problem of deteriorating sound quality at lower volumes. HD Radio Ready Enjoy the crisp clear sound of HD Radio by connecting the optional UP-HT1 module on u-Port capable Onkyo models. What's in the Box Onkyo HT-S6300, one subwoofer, one center channel speaker, six satellite speakers, iPod/iPhone dock, remote control (with batteries), operating instructions Specifications Output power: 1200W total system power (130W x 7 channels, plus 290W subwoofer power) Dolby decoder: TrueHD, DD Plus, PLIIz DTS decoder: DTS-HD Master Audio, HD-High Resolution Audio, NEO:6 iPod/iPhone ready: UP-A1 dock for iPod included U-port: Yes HD radio: via optional UP-HT1 Receiver dimensions: 17-1/8 x 5-15/16 x 12-15/16 inches (WxHxD) Subwoofer dimensions: 10-13/16 x 19-15/16 x 16-3/16 inches (WxHxD) Center channel dimensions: 11-7/16 x 4-13/16 x 4-7/16 inches (WxHxD) Satellite dimensions: 4-3/4 x 11-7/16 x 4 inches (WxHxD) Warranty: 2 years, limited Video Connections HDMI (1.4a): 4 input, 1 audio output Component (Y/Pb/Pr): 2 input, 1 output Composite (AV): 4 input, 1 output Audio Connections Analog audio: 6 input, 2 output Digital audio: 2 optical input, 2 coaxial input

Features

  • 7.1-channel home theater system with receiver, subwoofer, center channel speaker, and six satellite speakers
  • 1200 watts of total power (130W x 7 channels plus 290W subwoofer)
  • Four 1080p capable HDMI inputs (V1.4a) supporting 3D video and Audio Return Channel
  • 1080p scaling via Faroudja DCDi Cinema
  • WRAT technology and discrete amp construction for cleaner sound
RCA RTD3133 DVD Home Theater System
RCA RTD3133 DVD Home Theater System
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You’ll enjoy the deep bass and full sound of your music being played on the RTD3133 home theater system by RCA. This 130 watt system with Dolby digital 5.1 surround sound has all your needs in one place with the DVD player and line-in connection for iPod and other portable audio players. The optical input connects to digital TV and satellite or cable box for full surround experience.

A great choice for smaller living rooms, the RCA RTD3133 5.1-channel home theater system includes a DVD player/amplifier and complete set of surround sound speakers (five satellite speakers and one passive subwoofer). It features 130 watts of total power, a digital audio input, auxiliary (AUX) line-in jacks for connecting additional audio sources (such as an iPod or other digital audio player), and immersive Dolby 5.1 surround sound. The DVD player/amplifier connects to your HDTV or monitor via high-definition component or standard composite AV outputs. It supports DVD, CD, DVD&plusnm;R/RW, and CD-R/RW disc formats, plus JPEG photos for slideshows. What's in the Box DVD player/amplifier; one subwoofer; five satellite speakers; remote control (with batteries); 3.5mm stereo cable; coaxial digital audio cable; operating instructions

Features

  • Home theater system with DVD player and 5.1-channel surround sound speakers (subwoofer and five satellites)
  • Provides 130 watts of total power--great choice for smaller living rooms
  • Dolby 5.1 surround sound; auxiliary input for connecting additional music source
  • High-definition component and composite AV video outputs
  • 1-year limited warranty; Energy Star rated
Klipsch HD 500 Compact 5.1 Home Theater System (Set of Six, Black)
Klipsch HD 500 Compact 5.1 Home Theater System (Set of Six, Black)
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Beautiful and compact 5.1 Theater system designed to make High Definition TV and sources really come to life with the Power, Detail and Emotion Klipsch speakers are famous for. Exclusive horn-loaded design that has made Klipsch famous for over 60 years and which provides unequalled detail and dynamics, is at the heart of the 4 small High Gloss Black speakers and center channel. A perfectly matched powered subwoofer delivers Klipsch-quality bass with heart-pounding special effects and full-bodied music, all from a compact enclosure featuring a heavy-duty 8" driver and 120watt RMS amplifier.

Features

  • Exclusive horn-loaded Micro-Tractrix design produces more lifelike sound and greater output with less power & energy than conventional designs.
  • Four beautiful High Gloss Black speakers feature 2.5" heavy-duty IMG woofer and .75 Aluminum Micro-Tractrix horn-loaded tweeter.
  • High Gloss Black center channel for precise dialog & special effects via twin 2.5" IMG woofers & .75" Alumninum Micro-Tractrix horn-loaded tweeter
  • Powerful and compact subwoofer in Black Pica finish with crossover, phase and level controls
  • Integrated Wall brackets included rotate 40 degrees, also 1/4" threaded insert for use with optional floor stands from a variety of manufacturers.
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