What do you need to set up your own home-entertainment system?
So if youve decided that you want to take the plunge and install a home entertainment system in your house, exactly what equipment should you get? This can be complicated, especially when it comes to hooking it all up, but as long as you do a little research before you buy anything you should be fine.
The first thing you need is your screen: that is, either a TV or a projector. For most people, a large plasma or LCD TV will probably be best true enthusiasts might want to try a projector, but they tend to have all sorts of problems, not least of which is finding a wall big enough and empty enough to project onto effectively.
The next thing you need is the DVD player, which should be a high-quality model, not some cheap one from the supermarket. You might think that all DVD players were created equal when it comes to picture and sound quality, but thats just not true there is a notable difference in quality when it comes to high-end models.
You will also want a surround sound system, to make it seem like the sound is filling the room and coming from all directions. There is almost no...