Mini Dv Tapes

Writen by Kristy Annely

Mini DV tapes look like analog tapes used for recording, but they are almost 1/6th their size. Apart from being more compact, they have the advantage of clearer sound quality, reduced noise, and higher output. They are available on various websites and from retailers of electronic items.

The dimensions of Mini DV tapes are 2.6"× 2" × 0.5". The tape is coiled inside a plastic case with a flap to protect the tape from dust, scratches and other damage. The tapes are magnetized on both sides and optionally may be covered by a layer of carbon to improve the sound quality.

The major manufacturers of Mini DV tapes are TDK, Maxell, Sony, Fuji, Panasonic, RCA, and JVC. Like all items related to electronic goods, a little research is needed in order to locate the tape that will best suit your needs.

First, think of the duration of the recording that you need. Mini DV tapes are available with 30, 60, 63, 80, or 83 minutes worth recording time. The three extra minutes, on a tape of 63 minutes, for example, are for trial recording. This feature is very useful for those creating professional videos and films. The Sony DVM 30 PRL has a recording time of exactly 60 minutes, while Sony DVM 63 has the three minutes extra for adjusting the recorder or camcorder.

Also, price is an important factor when it comes to buying in bulk. Many online stores retail Mini DV tapes in bulk. For example, Sony DVM 30 are sold on TapeResources.COM for $4 per tape, for a collection of tapes ranging from 5 to 100 tapes. Purchases over $50 are given further discounts. Other websites offer sizeable discounts depending on the brand. A Fuji tape of 60 minutes length generally costs $14, but the price may come down to as low as $6 when retailed by these online stores.

Apart from Mini DV tapes, these websites also retail items like DV cleaners needed to properly maintain the tapes.

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Universal Remotes And The Naked Control Panel

Writen by Michael Casamento

What would life be like without the remote control? Can you even recall the last time you purchased a TV, or stereo that did not include a remote? Unfortunately, it's ironic to think that a device designed specifically to add convenience and simplicity to our lives could become a source of frustration and confusion. As remote controls became more sophisticated, electronics manufactures found that they could cut costs by eliminating buttons and features from the front panels of their devices. Their reasoning is that since all the function buttons are present on the remote control, they would be redundant by including the same buttons on the units themselves. They also assume that most people would prefer to use their remote controls, rather than walk over to the equipment rack to make adjustments.

All this seems reasonable, but there are times when the use of a remote control is not the optimal choice. In complex home theater setups for instance, adjustments often require changing the settings on several devices at once. This can become a real hassle if you must juggle multiple remote controls while searching for the proper buttons to push. Add to this the fact that most modern devices tend to "time out" if the proper button is not pushed within a certain time frame, and the frustration quickly mounts.

Unfortunately, the trend seems to be towards what I call the "Naked Control Panel". I myself own several devices with control panels so sparse that you are required to use the remote control to make adjustments. You can not even access certain functions without it. Maybe I'm being picky, but you should at least be able to access all of a device's functions without the use of the remote control! What if you loose the remote control?

Stripping control panels of their buttons in the name of higher profits is shameful. Don't get me wrong, there are occasions when an uncluttered control panel is advantageous, such as in simple, standalone devices, or where appearance is paramount; but otherwise, removing the buttons from a control panel only degrades the overall functionality of the device. Sometimes it's just a lot easier to push the button… If it's there!

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Understanding Great Hdtv And Hd Movies Content

Writen by Jonathan G. Michel

You finally got the bug and went out and bought a sleek widescreen HDTV. You got turned on by the jaw-dropping clarity at the store and the promise that you'd get that same thrill at home, only to discover that for some reason the picture is not the same.

You've certainly seen the commercial where a customer calls the store to complain that he's or she is not getting the sound expected, and by the time the customer service guy reaches the door, the windows shatter from the blast of the sound. Something to do with the connections. Well the same applies to HDTV.

In order to view an HDTV image on your screen, you must make sure that your cables are properly connected. In standard definition programming, I'm sure you've noticed that the cable connectors (also known as S-Video cable) are red, yellow, and white.

High Definition programming uses cables with connectors that are red, blue, and green, or DVI cable, or the premium choice HDMI, which offers the highest quality video and audio information or data between your receiver and TV. But that's not all.

The programming must also be in high definition, which means that you need to subscribe for HDTV programming through or from your local cable company or satellite TV provider. Normally, you'll rent the receiver box capable of accepting HDTV signals and usually will pay a little more for High Definition channels.

However, you can also receive Free over-the-air HDTV signals depending if your TV has a built-in ATSC tuner. Check the specs, and if it does, all you need is an antenna from your local store.

Did you consider a Blu-Ray? Since you're ready to invest in an HDTV, capable of displaying up to 1080 lines of resolution, you really cannot do without blue-violet laser technology rather than red laser technology. Simply put, the two combined will deliver true HD video clarity, better sound, and interactive media.

For the kids and adults too, let's not forget the games and home movies. Your HDTV was not just made for TV, movies and sports entertainment. Have you forgotten video games and home movies. Most have no idea how a video game with surround sound and special effects can feel.The Xbox for one delivers HD content with 1080i and multi-channel surround sound. It's totally awesome!

High-definition gaming was born with Microsoft's Xbox 360, and if you want to take advantage of everything HD gaming has to offer, you have no other choice but to own a television with a native minimum resolution of 720p or 1080i. You'll get a more detailed picture in widescreen format.

What's the Blu-Ray you ask? It is to me the ultimate in wireless audio systems, manufactured by Sony. It isn't cheap but what's the point of being quality on one end and non-quality on the other end.

The important thing to remember in all of this as you make your choices for different equipment, is to keep in mind that, connectivity wise they must be compatible to each other. Example; there's no point in trying to connect HD equipment to non-HD equipment.

In all electronics technology, you're only cheating yourself if you're not making use of all the advantages that any equipment has to offer. After all, that's why you paid the big money for, so why not use it. You'll then appreciate your piece much, much more, and won't feel so bad about the money.

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Hdtv Resolution Is All The Rage And The Proof Is In The Picture

Writen by Tim Gorman

The picture quality of high definition televisions is much better than that of the old analogue TV's, because the resolution is much higher and the quality of the digital signal is much better. The pixels on the high definition television screen are much smaller than the standard screen. This means that they are able to show a much more detailed picture that does not show the lines that make it up in the same way that a conventional TV does. The Picture on an HDTV is made up of 1,080 lines and just under 2,000 pixels that are laced together with the other lines. This means that when you multiply them together there are over 2,000,000 pixels on a HDTV and this is why the picture is such good quality. It is around 6 times as many as you would get on an analogue television.

On a plasma screen the calculation is different and there are just over 1,000 lines and nearly the same number of pixels. So when we multiply them together there are just over 1,000,000 pixels in a plasma screen. But this does not mean that you are not able to use them for an HDTV signal. The screen changes the HDTV signal so that are only 1,000,000 pixels and it can be used by the plasma screen. But the picture that you get on a plasma screen, even though it does not use the full amount of pixels still gives you a very good high quality image.

But the quality of the picture is not just based on the amount of pixels. A very large part of the picture quality is because of the widescreen format. This means that you can see movies in the way that they were supposed to be, in the right aspect ratio for them. Even though there are some very large HDTV's the amount of pixels is the same, so the picture quality will actually be slightly sharper on a smaller TV. Due to the way that the TV shows the image it actually only show half of the pixels at any moment and so you are only watching half the number of pixels at any one time. Of course there is a lot more to HDTV than the number of pixels that are being shown, but it is interesting as it shows one of the main reasons why HDTV is so much better that the analogue televisions. And this is why the HD televisions are getting more and more popular as they get better and better.

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Plasma Television With Maturity Has Come Greater Dependability

Writen by Christine Peppler

During the holiday season of this year, millions of consumers will be considering the purchase of a new television. Those beautiful plasma screen displays will scream at shoppers from the display floor with their vibrant, life like colors and detail. But undoubtedly, wary shoppers will have heard the rumors or perhaps have known someone who bought a plasma television in 1999 which has already moved on to television heaven just seven short years later. It seems to a prudent shopper that perhaps a new plasma TV isn't the choice for them if a long term relationship is desired.

But are the rumors false? Has plasma undergone a bit of reinvention? Was this lack of longevity a symptom of a fledgling technology that has now perhaps matured? Is a plasma television now more reliable, a screen to be around for the long haul?

In a word…yes.

With lower power usage and changes with the mix of gases in the panels, the longevity of plasma televisions has been significantly enhanced. The lifespan of a television display is measured in "half life"; the hours of use before the screen has dimmed to only 50% of its original brightness. In recent years, plasma television manufacturers have been touting a half-life which is equivalent to that of other screens such as the higher priced LCDs; around 60,000 hours. From this, consumers can see that the lifespan of a plasma screen is dependent upon how much it is viewed. For instance, if a plasma television is on for 6 hours a day, 365 days a year (2190 hours per year), it should last just over 27 years.

Knowing this, it becomes clear that the life of the screen on a plasma television can be significantly influenced by how it is used. Turning off the television when no one is viewing it could certainly extend its life. Adjusting the brightness is important as well; maximum levels are seldom required or recommended and can unnecessarily cause pre-mature aging of the phosphors.

Additional changes over the years for plasma televisions include technologies aimed at reducing the risk of "burn in"; another significant concern about the "character" of plasma displays that developed during its youth. Features such as pixel shifting, pixel orbiter, and motion adaptation all describe methods of moving the image on a plasma screen which is imperceptible to the human eye but effective in reducing the risk of burn-in. With these added features, many plasma manufacturers now claim their screens have no greater risk of burn in than the traditional CRT, "tube" televisions.

As with anything, consumers need to compare brands as they aren't all created equally. Reviewing the facts from the manufacturer is important. In general, it is best to stick with the more reputable and well known brands as a bargain "off-brand" in the long term may not save money if the quality and dependability are lacking.

There are many excellent technologies to choose from when buying a new television. Which type of display is best is dependent upon each individuals wishes, but plasma televisions certainly deserve the full attention of buyers as they do not warrant the negative reputation developed during their formative years in regards to longevity.

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Plasma Televisions Have Lifelike Picture Qualityget The Family Together

Writen by M Johnson

Plasma televisions hit the market a few years ago and have made headlines ever since. The picture quality has no equal. Bright picture, sharp colors and one heck of a total picture make the Plasma TV the best television to hit the market ever!

Plasma televisions use a high tech color scheme to make up a lifelike TV picture that will have you in awe! Plasma screens employ a matrix of tiny gas plasma bubbles coated by phosphor and charged by precise electrical voltages to create a great picture. By now it is safe to say that you have seen them in stores across the country and now popping up in restaurants and hotels everywhere. The reason is because people just like looking at them. It does not even really matter what is on.

There is a bit more of a price when purchasing a plasma television, but it will not make a difference when you get it home and realize that everyone is surrounded and together in one room. That is simply priceless. Watching movies, your favorite shows, or letting the kids play there game systems is a great way for families to spend time together.

Plasma televisions are also a flat screen. This means they can be placed on a stand, or hung on a wall. Easily integrated with any surround sound system and placed in any room and you have your own home theater. Easily viewed from any angle. With the big projection screen TVs if you move off to one side too much and the picture disappears. Not so with plasma. The kids will love being in the same room as Mom and Dad again.

Technology is coming along quite nicely these days and the television department is no exception. In most areas by the year 2009 all TVs are going to have to be digital, or you are going to have to buy a digital converter from the cable companies. Here is the good news, plasma televisions come digital ready, or come with a digital tuner already built in. Either way if you purchase these advanced TV systems you are covered. Digital and analog can co-exist in one unit. This means if you have a cable, or satellite provider you can still watch it.

For quite some time the most advancing pieces of home entertainment has been the stereo and the speakers. In this current day and age the television is making the leaps and bounds efforts in technology. Plasma televisions are the most advanced pieces of viewing pleasure you will ever come across. When you want the best and the most lifelike picture then you want Plasma!

Get your plasma TV, gather the family and friends, put in the movie or turn on the show, sit back and relax. You can put your mind at ease because you know where everybody is, they are all around you. If all it takes a simple TV to accomplish that then what are you waiting for? Be bold and show them you are not still stuck in the analog and tube age of televisions, get plasma.

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Digital Video Recorders

Writen by Jennifer Bailey

Digital video recorders (DVR) are recording equipment that can record and store digital video on a computer. These can record audio as well as video data from multiple sources.

A DVR is basically a hard drive that can be connected to the computer and to other video sources such as a VCR. It has a tuner which captures the signal using a cable, antenna, or a satellite. The analog signals are compressed and converted into digital signals, which are then stored on the hard drive. A built-in MPEG-2 decoder converts the digital signal back into analog signal when it has to reach the television for viewing. Each DVR has an operating system within the hard drive.

There are several advantages to digital video recorders. They do not require a recording medium like tapes, as the data is stored on the DVR itself. Another main advantage is that the recording and playback can be done at the same time. Using this, even a live program on the TV can be paused, in the sense that the program can be recorded on the DVR and then viewed instead of the live program. However, the space within a DVR is limited, which is its main disadvantage. DVRs also have a live-TV buffer that keeps them in a constant recording mode for an hour or more.

Another interesting feature of DVRs is their search tool, which allows searching of a particular program by name of the program, name of the actors, or even by keywords. Some DVRs can be programmed to record some programs that have certain words in them. DVRs have recording capacities ranging from thirty hours to 320 hours. This also depends on the quality of the stored files.

The main categories of digital video recorders are TiVo, ReplayTV, and UltimateTV. Some of the top manufacturers of digital video recorders are LG, Panasonic, Philips, Pioneer, RCA, Samsung, Sonic Blue, and Sony. Prices range from $600 to $1,200 or more, depending on the brand, the model, and the options provided.

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Home Theaters

Writen by Peter Emerson

When people talk about a home theater system, they are talking about many different aspects of the home's entertainment system, including the video and the audio system you are using. In most cases, people only concentrate on the video aspect of the home theater, not realizing that the audio part is just as important as the video.

Beginning in the 1990s, video inputs were added to stereo receivers and amplifiers. Today, almost all companies that produce entertainment systems make combination audio/video equipment for home theater listening and viewing.

To have an entertainment system that is considered a "home theater," you need to have a large-screen television connected to a hi-fi sound system. Most homes with home theaters use a large-screen projection system rather than a television set.

Types of Products Available

The purpose of having a home theater system is to reproduce cinema-quality picture and sound in your home. The video aspect is usually a large-screen, high-definition television or a projection system with a movie screen to project the image on. The audio system is usually provided by a hi-fidelity surround sound system.

In the past, a television, VCR, and a set of speakers were the only form of home theater system available for people. Today, the technology has advanced to the point that it is no longer necessary to go to a movie house to enjoy a theater-quality movie experience.

Cost

The cost of these products depends on which products you wish to use in your home theater. A large, widescreen, hi-definition television can cost around $2,500, and the sound system can cost approximately $500 to $800, depending on the quality of sound and the brand you intend to purchase. The cost of these systems will also vary among different department stores. It will be your responsibility to find the good brands at the lowest prices. Do not just look into one store, shop around in other stores.

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Digital Video Recorder What Is A Pvr Or A Dvr

Writen by Steve Gee

The Personal Video Recorder replaces your VCR

Don't things move quickly nowadays? It seems only yesterday that the first VCRs became available and changed the way that we used our TVs forever. Now it seems that you will soon have to replace all your old analog TV equipment including your VCR with digital TV receivers and digital video recorders (DVR) if you haven't done so already.

Analog satellite TV, cable and terrestrial TV transmissions will soon be turned off and when that happens you will need digital TV equipment if you plan to continue to watch TV.

If you don't want to change your VCR at this time you will still be able to record digital TV from the analog AV output of your digital receiver but you won't be able to take advantage of all the new features on offer. In fact you will have fewer options available to you than before unless you upgrade to a Personal Video Recorder (PVR) or a DVR.

Digital Video Recorder or DVR explained?

A DVR captures digital video or digital TV and records it onto a hard drive like the one in your computer. In fact a DVR is a computer dedicated to the task of recording and playing back digital video. All a computer needs to be able to do this over and above all the usual stuff is a digital TV tuner.

Your DVR tuner has to be able to receive and decode signals from your chosen provider so there are different types available depending on whether you use digital satellite TV, cable or terrestrial TV.

Some systems that provide premium pay for channels will insist that you use their own equipment to receive their programming and you may have to pay even more to use their PVR or DVR equipment

What does a DVR do for you?

With a DVR you can capture and record digital TV programs onto a hard drive that's inside the unit. You can typically record up to about 40 hours of video onto the internal hard drive.

A DVR makes it possible to record a live transmission while you are watching a recording and if you have a DVR with two digital tuners then you can watch one channel while you are recording another or record 2 programs from different channels while watching a recording made earlier.

Your DVR will also pause live TV if you want it to and restart it later. It turns live transmissions into recordings on the fly.

Personal Video Recorder or PVR explained?

A PVR or Personal Video Recorder is a DVR with some advanced features. For instance with a PVR you might find that it can learn what programs you watch and automatically record them for you if you forget to set the recorder. You can also use a PVR to create a recording playback list and have it record only the best programs and then watch them as if it were your own personal TV channel.

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Wireless Home Theater Systems

Writen by Marcus Peterson

No matter how advanced a home theater system you have, secretly hidden behind it is a jungle of wires that you don't want to see. Wireless home theater system components can help to you to clear that jungle.

The most difficult part in setting up a new home theater system is the complicated cable hookups. The cable connections for many systems are wrongly configured, leading to sub-optimal sound or even damage to system components. In addition, wiring speakers is an extremely complex job that often requires the snaking of wires within walls and ceilings to hide ugly speaker cables. This is the case particularly for providing connections to the rear and center surround speakers in a system.

In wireless home theater systems, a receiver is incorporated which transmits the sound signals to remote speaker units. These units then send the sound to be played by the speakers. There is no actual connection of the speakers to the receiver or amplifier.

Earlier, wireless home theater systems speakers suffered because of either battery life or interference. Battery life refers to the remote battery-powered units that received the sound signals from the wireless amplifier. Interference is the loss of quality of the sound signal, or its disruption in its journey from the amplifier to the speakers.

Battery life problems have been taken care of by new technologies which either extend battery life or provide remote speaker units to be powered by connection to power outlets providing unlimited stable power. Problems arising out of the degradation of signal quality and interference have been solved to an extent with advances in transmitting frequencies and strength.

One wireless home theater system package that includes capability for remote rear speakers is the Philips LX3750W Home Theater in a Box Sound System. It has a single-disc DVD player that also plays CDs, CD-Rs, and CD-RWs with MP3 file compatibility. Its receiver is capable of decoding both current audio standards, Dolby Digital and DTS. It can also decode the older Dolby ProLogic II format. The front and front-center channel speakers are linked by speaker cables with the two left and right rear speakers. This eliminates the need for wiring the rear speakers while trying to avoid the ugly resulting wires snaking along the edge of the wall around the room.

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Buying A Home Theater System

Writen by Bill Nadraszky

There are several components in a home theater and I would like to take the opportunity to help you as a sort of buyers guide to pick out what may be important and what will help you make the best decision on what you need to buy and when.

Television – This will be your biggest expense probably in the buying of a home theater. The important thing to look at is your budget of course and what kind of room that you are planning to put the home theater in. Remember that if you have a 50 or 60 inch big screen television then you will want to make sure that you are at least 12 feet away from the screen. The best way to figure out if you are going to buy a 27 inch television or a 36 inch or a 50 or 60 inch or even if your are going to buy a projector is to measure the farthest distance possible in your room that will be a home theater room. Go three feet from one wall to two feet from the opposite wall and see how much distance there is. If you were going to use a spare bedroom for a home theater you can probably get away with a 36 inch TV but a large basement may be great with a projector.

Receiver – Your receiver is going to give you both radio and the option for a listening to compact disks as well as watching DVDs and do not forget that you will be watching regular television through your surround sound speakers, this may happen now or in three years but your receiver is going to last many years and you have to look forward to how your will want to use this receiver in the future. At minimum nowadays you will want to have a minimum of 7.1 Dolby surround sound which gives you seven speakers which is the seven in the number and a subwoofer, which is the .1 in the number and also you need to have support for DTS. The latest receivers are also coming with support for XM radio in case you want surround sound for your radio, with subscription of course.

Speakers – This is a really big cost often. Years ago I bought a box of JBL speakers. It was 500 dollars and included a subwoofer a center channel speaker and four small satellite speakers. I was happy then but over the years I have really found limitations with this setup and I would like to explain why. My center channel does not reproduce voices as well as I would like, the front speakers do not put out any mid range sounds and the idea is that the speakers can put out high tones and my subwoofer would put out low tones. The other two parts of the system were the rear speakers which are just for background sounds and I am happy with them and the subwoofer which I am also happy with.

Compact Disk and DVD player - Happily the price of this has come down now and you can get lots of features and connection options really cheap. The most important thing to make sure of is that the DVD player has component video connections so that you can make the most of the picture coming out to your TV and also to me it is important that it supports DivX which is the format of TV shows and movies that you can download from the internet.

Lastly is the purchase process. Give yourself a budget and shop around at different stores for a couple of weeks and visit as many stores as you can. I think it best to buy everything from one store that you trust the salesman best. I have had a hard time for years with stereo stores and I have always made sure to play dumb when I talk to a salesman and see how much he lies. You will learn all of the important factors really quickly and be able to tell the bright from the bull. And that is why you want to really shop around. If you walk into the store that you decide is best in the end with 2000 dollars you will walk out with a system that you are happy with for years to come.

Bill Nadraszky is a Home Theater enthusiast and runs several websites. For more home theater information information you can visit home theater News at http://home-theater.calputer.com

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Home Theater Systems

Writen by Peter Emerson

The home theater systems are systems that can give you a real theater experience, not like home theater systems in the past that consisted only of a regular television, a VCR, and stereo sound. This basic system eventually evolved to include surround sound; and more than one stereo speaker connected to your video components was considered a home theater system.

Unlike the systems of the past, today, in order to have your entertainment system be considered a home theater system, you must have a higher quality set of components of video and audio providers.

Components of the Home Theater System

The home theater system begins with having a large, high-quality, generally big-screen television?possibly a video projector. Also, the video equipment that people generally use in their home theater systems is often HDTV capable.

The preferred movie source used in these types of systems is usually the high-quality format, such as DVD or laserdisc. The old setup of the older home theater systems typically only used stereo VHS formats, while some used hard disc-based systems.

The sound systems of home theater systems are usually high-quality surround sound systems. At least four speakers, perhaps more, are generally used by most people. Having a high-quality, crisp sound in your system is a necessity to have a good theater experience in your home.

The last, and equally as important, aspect of a home theater system is the seating. Having comfortable seats in your theater room will greatly enhance you viewing experience. Regardless of how sophisticated your electronic systems are in your theater, if you do not have comfortable seating you will not enjoy your home-viewing experience.

Cost

Home theater systems can be a very expensive investment. The average, complete home theater system can cost you up to $20,000, with higher-quality products costing more, perhaps up to $10,000 more than the average equipment.

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Choosing The Right Dvd Format

Writen by John Gibb

One problem with DVD recorders is that the industry never really standardised on one writable DVD format. Instead, the market is split in half between 'plus' and 'minus' formats. There are currently five different kinds of writable DVD: DVD-R, DVD-RW, DVD+R, DVD+RW and DVD-RAM.

That might look like a bit of a mess, but it becomes clearer once you understand what the different parts of the names mean. The 'R' stands for 'recordable', while 'RW' stands for 're-writable'. Recordable discs can only be written to once (and if it goes wrong, you have to just throw them away), while re-writable discs can be erased and written on again and again.

The plus and the minus just represent different standards that are being used for the format: a DVD-R is pretty much the same thing as a DVD+R, except that they are incompatible with one another. The biggest advantage of plus over minus is that plus discs don't always need to be 'finalised', meaning that you don't have to wait for the drive to make them usable before you can play them back or remove them.

However, apart from that, the differences between the formats are really negligible – they represent a political split in electronics manufacturers more than anything else. Because of this, most people buy recorders that can handle all the different formats and just buy whichever discs are cheapest, eliminating the problem altogether.

DVD-RAM is a bit of a special case, as it doesn't really fit into the range of formats you would expect. A DVD-RAM doesn't really look like a DVD, as it is a DVD inside a special case, making it resemble a large floppy disk. DVD-RAM is a more reliable format that can handle errors better than the other two re-writable formats, and will last much, much longer. Unfortunately, these discs are also about 50% more expensive than the others, and most recorders do not support them.

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Preparing Your Audio Master For Cd Duplication Or Replication

Writen by Jason Cole

When setting up your CD duplication or replication project, you obviously know that you must provide the duplication house with a master copy of your CD audio to duplicate from. This should be a carefully burned copy of your final, edited and mastered audio recording. Since this master copy is going to be used as a blueprint for all your CDs, it is the most important piece of the pie. While most people think that you can take your final recording, burn a copy from your computer, and have it be done; this is not always the case. There are a few different things to take into account when preparing your master for duplication or replication. These are the things we will be discussing today in this article.

1. CD-R Media

For CD masters, you will need to use high-density, Red Book approved CD-R media. A few of the most widely accepted brands are, HHB, Mitsui, Maxell, Taiyo Yuden, and Apogee. You will want to ask your duplication house which brands they recommend, as the preferred brand of CD-R tend to vary from house to house.

2. Burn mode

Most all duplication facilities will ask that you burn your CD master in Disk-At-Once mode. This is because in the Disc-At-Once mode, there are no gaps placed in the audio data. When you burn your discs in the Track-At-Once mode, a gap of 2 seconds is added in between each song. These gaps will be read by the duplication house's machines as errors or glitches in the audio, and may cause problems during the duplication process.

3. Burn speed

The optimal burn speed for your master depends on your CD burner's drive speed. The optimal burn speed setting for your master discs will be 15 to 30 percent of your drive's maximum capacity. I.E., if your drive's max capacity is 52X, you'll want to set the burn speed for your master to be 12-16X.

4. Labeling

Most duplication houses recommend that you do not use a Sharpie to label your discs. This is because the xylene or toluene in Sharpies may damage the data you have recorded onto the discs. If you need to label your discs, it is recommended that you use either a water-based permanent felt tip marker, or label it with a sticker type label made for CD-R labeling. This will ensure that your data is not damaged and will be just as it was when you burned it to the disc.

5. Testing

Make sure that after you're done burning your CD-R, that you test it out on your home stereo. I usually test mine on a boom box, my home stereo, and my car stereo; just to be sure.

These 5 things are generally the most important factors when it comes to burning a master in preparation for CD duplication and replication. But please do not treat this article as the final authority on audio CD master preparation. You will want to contact the company who is doing your duplication and ask them about their CD master standards, as they vary from house to house. I hope this article shed a little light on the dark and mysterious subject known as preparing your audio master for disc duplication.

Jason Cole and DiskFaktory offer great tips and information regarding CD Duplication. Get info about DVD Duplication as well by visiting http://www.diskfaktory.com/tips/CD-duplication-tutorials.asp

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What You Need To Know About Lcd Tv Wall Mounts

Writen by Jim Johnson

Once you view a HDTV program on a LCD TV screen, you will probably be hooked for life. The colors are so vivid and the resolution so sharp that it just makes TV viewing a pleasure.

But one of the big advantages of a LCD TV monitor is it's ability to be mounted almost anywhere thanks to it's thin configuration. Televisions have normally been viewed as a piece of furniture that takes up floor space in your home. That's because the old CRT TV screens were very large and bulky, especially in the larger screen sizes, and just not conducive to being mounted very easily. But LCD TVs are changing all of that. They can actually be mounted on any flat surface that is capable of supporting their weight, even the ceiling. So what do you need to wall mount a LCD TV?

Thankfully, LCD wall mounts are becoming much more popular and available as the sales of LCDs continues to grow. They can be found both online and offline and come in a variety of sizes and price ranges. You can get a simple wall mount that mainly consists of some metal brackets that attach to the wall and then the TV is mounted on them, or you can get more sophisticated and buy a wall mount that has arms that allow you to slide the TV in and out from the wall and even adjust the viewing angle as desired.

The biggest caveat with LCD wall mounts is to be absolutely certain that the one you choose will indeed support the full weight of your particular TV monitor. To find out consult the TV specifications for your monitor in the user manual or online and determine it's weight first. Then as you shop notice carefully how much weight each mount is capable of handling. If the supported weight statistics are not shown, don't even bother with that mount.

Once you have the type of LCD wall mount that you want, the most important step is to actually install it. If you choose to do this yourself, be sure to follow the directions from the manufacturer very carefully in the installation process. It would also be a very good idea to be familiar with doing some kind of home improvement beforehand that involves wall mounts. After all, this mount will be holding a very expensive piece of equipment and if it fails, you will stand a good chance of destoying the TV altogether. If you don't feel qualified to install the wall mount, hire out the job to someone who you know can handle that kind of job, and factor in the installation costs to make sure that it still fits into your budget.

Once installed correctly a LCD TV will be a joy to watch for many years and will also probably be a topic of conversation for whoever visits your home.

Jim Johnson is a successful author and publisher on consumer related matters. You can find out more about a lcd tv wall mount and lcd tv reviews by visiting our HDTV website.

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No More Distractions With Noise Reduction Headphones

Writen by Lee Blue

Sleeping – If you have trouble sleeping, noise reduction headphones may aid you in getting some rest. Barking dogs, traffic, and awake family members can contribute to sleepless nights, and for those who are sensitive to noise when they're trying to sleep, noise reduction headphones create a sound-free environment so they can rest.

Playing Music – Musicians often use noise reduction headphones to help them block out sounds that may interfere with them hearing their instrument. Once the background noise is blocked, they are free to concentrate purely on the sounds they are making rather than the sounds around them. This creates an environment of total immersion into their music and allows them to perfect their work without being in a studio.

Autistic Students – Noise reduction headphones can also be used in the classroom to help autistic children. Often classroom environments can be distracting to children with autism. Headphones for the children help teachers instruct each student individually so others aren't confused or distracted by the instructions for the other students.

Studying – Noise reduction headphones are very useful in situations where you need peace and quiet but can't always control the environment. Students who are studying may find noise reduction headphones helpful in blocking out the distracting sounds around them. Headphones create a peaceful world in which they can focus on their work, rather than environmental noises or the sounds of others.

Working – If you work in a cubical or an open-plan office but find yourself regularly distracted by people walking by, phones ringing, others talking, and the general chaos that can be office life, noise reduction headphones can make a difference. They can help you focus on the task at hand rather than everything going on around you which can boost your productivity and the quality of your work.

Noisy Neighbors – Living in an apartment building, condo or townhouse may include noisy neighbors. Depending on the thickness of your walls and ceiling, you may hear your neighbors walking around above, or hear their music or talking. Noise reduction headphones can block these sounds so you can enjoy being at home, even if the neighbors are loud.

These are only a few examples of the sorts of noise disturbances you may come across in daily life. Where once you had no choice but to be distracted, noise reduction headphones put you in control. Never again do you have to experience a sleepless night or a ruined project. Noise reduction headphones can be used to block out the noises around you: voices, car engines, train noises, barking dogs, loud offices, airplane engine noise, city sounds, loud neighbors, etc.

Lee Blue is a musician and home studio recording artist; he uses Extreme Isolation headphones in his recording studio and his office to block out environmental distractions. Learn more about noise reduction headphones. Web: http://www.quietheadphones.com/

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Copy Dvd To Dvd

Writen by Jimmy Sturo

A DVD is normally protected by a code called the CSS encryption. However, the code has been cracked and can be circumvented by numerous software applications. Most of these applications are based on the DeCss software that is illegal in many countries. Removing the protection and getting the movie stored in a hard drive is usually called ripping. Presently, there are many applications available on the market that can successfully rip and burn (copy) a DVD. Splitting and shrinking are the two other options.

Shrinking data is perhaps the most widely used alternative. There are many software programs that can compress data from the original DVD and fit it into a DVD recordable. They are also known as transcoders, encoders or compressor engines. This software can compress data in a way that makes it impossible to decipher whether the DVD copy is actually, a replica or the original. Movie compression is an arduous task for the average PC. With a standard system, compression can take about two hours.

There are other software programs capable of splitting a DVD movie into two or more discs. The disadvantage with these methods is that the user has to continuously change discs while viewing a movie. It is essential to know if the DVD player can play the copied DVD, and whether the DVD is recorded on DVD-R (W) or DVD+R (W) media. A normal home user can create DVD back up in this manner. However, for the advanced user, it is better to research information on the subject and by the best software available.

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Home Theater Front Projectors

Writen by Jason Gluckman

The supreme home theater experience has been made possible with the help of home theater front projectors. Front projectors reproduce the experience that one undergoes while watching a movie in a theater. However, the viewing experience is more intense and personal. Front-projection home theaters offer images that are full of cinematic details and color on a larger-than-life screen that transforms viewing into a rare and novel experience.

A front-projection home theater is a system that basically consists of the projector and the screen. In the past home theater front projectors were costly and could be installed only with the help of professionals. There were heavy CRT-based units that were difficult to handle and maintain. But modern projectors incorporate LCD or DLP technology, making the projectors compressed and not too heavy to carry. Front projectors are more reasonably priced than the CRT projectors of yesteryears.

The latest types of front projectors are known for their ability to create big, beautiful images, which is their primary function. As the image is projected onto a discrete screen, the entire system within a projector's compact case is devoted to producing the picture. A projector has fewer parts than a TV, and all parts are of premier quality. A high-resolution imager (DLP chip or LCD panels), an ultra-high-intensity lamp, superb scaling and de-interlacing circuitry, superior-grade optics, and an extensive variety of video inputs can generally be found in a projector, but a projector is devoid of a built-in screen, or an awkward cabinet, or stereo speakers. No built-in TV tuner of any sort is present in a front projector, but it still exhibits signals from an HDTV tuner, satellite receiver, cable box, or the VCR's TV tuner.

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Home Theater Your Personal Silver Screen

Writen by Phil Taylor

Home Theater Projector Screens and Surfaces

The recent increased popularity of home video projectors and the large, clear images they can produce has led many new arrivals to the Home Theater realm to choose a video projector as their display device of choice. Video projector images look best when projected onto a properly matched screen surface. Although some anxious new owners may prematurely start by aiming their new projector on a white wall - they soon will want to get a projection screen for best results. Video projection screens come in many varieties - from the simple Do-It-Yourself (DIY) homemade screen to the most elaborate, manufactured remote control electric models and those various models in between. Video projector screens also come in a variety of surface finishes and reflectivity ratios. All of these factors should be considered when selecting a screen for your Home Theater.

Screen Surface Types

Home Theater projector screens come in a multitude of surface finishes. The variety of surface finish you will need depends upon your projector model. Screen surfaces vary from matte white, slightly silver or grey-ish, to reflective glass beaded models. Glass beaded models increase the effective brightness of your projector's image similar to the way a highway sign reflects car headlights. Lower lumen-level (lumens=light output) projectors such as CRT models benefit most from higher reflectivity (or gain) of a screen's surface. Higher gain surfaces increase the perceived brightness of the projected image. Conversely - a brighter projector looks best with a matte white or even a silver/gray surface. That is because the glass beads on higher gain screens have a tendency to "splatter" the brighter light waves produced by a high lumen output projector. A silver/gray surface will also enhance the perceived contrast level of LCD projectors which do not have the best contrast/black levels. So first you must decide the type and lumen output of the projector you are purchasing and that will help determine the surface type of the video projector screen you will need.

Model Types

Projection screens come in three basic styles - manual pull-down, electric and fixed varieties. Manual pull-down models are operated much like a window shade. Electric models have a motorized mechanism that does the work for you and fixed screens are motionless and stay right where you place them. Fixed screens also provide the flattest of all screen surfaces. Pull-down and electric screens can be susceptible to a slight waves on their surface. Although not obtrusive if properly cared for, some may prefer the absolute flat surface of a fixed screen model. The drawback to fixed screens is that you must live with them in place whereas retractable models can be deployed for viewing and afterwards be hidden from sight until next use.

Aspect Ratio

There is another very important factor to consider when shopping for a screen - that of the screen's aspect ratio. The aspect ratio of a projection screen refers to the shape of the available screen surface. Screens come in two basic aspect ratios --– 4x3 which is your normal television aspect ratio and 16x9 which is the normal widescreen or HDTV aspect ratio. The aspect ratio of your screen is an important decision to make prior to its purchase. That's because of the fact that once you buy it there's no way to change the aspect ratio - other than by masking portions of the screen. You can mask the surface with material or curtains if you want to get creative and that can temporarily change the aspect ratio of your fixed screen.

You will save a lot of time and trouble by thoroughly researching your screen choice prior to its purchase. Whatever your application and needs --- rest assured there is a projection screen surface and model available to fit your particular situation. For further and more detailed information on video projector screen applications for home theaters please refer to the section on projector screens which can also be accessed from the navigation bar at www.Home-Theater-Systems-Advice.com.

Phil Taylor is a 27 year veteran in the Audio Video field and hosts Home Theater Systems Advice which offers sound advice on selecting home theater system components and also includes room design and installation information.

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Home Theater Screens

Writen by Alison Cole

Home theaters are one of the most fashionable and technologically advanced entertainment accessories for any home. A spacious room with a sleek screen for watching movies is a privilege that more and more people can afford to enjoy.

Selecting a home theater screen can be difficult, given the number of models available on the market today. There are several factors to be considered while selecting a screen: the size of the room, the placement of the screen, the lighting in the room, the type and location of the projector, type of mount used, and most importantly, the quality desired. Some screens can also be made invisible when the room is being used for some other purpose. This can be ensured by covering it with attractive curtains or by just rolling up the screen and stowing it away.

There are different kinds of screens available, like manual pull down, electric, fixed frame, ceiling-recessed, tripod, truss framed, motorized, rear screens, tab-tensioned vs. tensioned vs. non tensioned, ceiling vs. wall mounted, and many more. They can also be classified on the basis of the color used, like gray, white, or acoustically transparent. The size of the screen is another very important consideration. Many manufacturers are providing custom-ordered screens for pre-ordered sizes. The screen size should ideally depend on the viewing distance range. Screens are generally measured diagonally. The typical screen sizes are: 30"" (3.75-6.25 feet), 34"" (4.25-7 feet), 42"" (5.25-8.75 feet), 50""(6.25-10.5 feet), 56"" (7-11.75 feet), 62"" (7.75-13 feet) and 70"" (8.75-14.75 feet).

Some of the top home theater screen manufacturers are: 3M, Adeo Group, Avers, Beamax, Carada, Custom Display Solutions, Da-Lite, DNP Denmark, Draper, Dukane, Elite Screens, Euroscreen Bjurab, Goo Systems, Hurley, Large Screen Displays, Meler

Optoma, RP Visual Solutions, Saaria, Screen Innovations, Screen Research, Screen Tech, SCREENMAXX, Stewart Filmscreen, The Airscreen Company, The Screen Works and

Vutec. Prices of home theater screens start at around $700 to $800 and may go up to $5,000 or beyond, depending upon the kind of screen, the material, the options, and the brand.

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Plasma Tv Cabling

Writen by Jakob Culver

Many people that buy a plasma tv let themselves down and the plasma tv down by not connecting the cables right and not buying the correct ones. Because of this the display you get out of your plasma and sound quality through speakers is not a good as it should be. Before I explain how to hook up your plasma tv let me ask you one question:

"If you spend let say $3000 on a plasma tv don't you want to get the most out of it? Its like if you buy a prestige piece of land - you will put a beautiful prestige house on it."

1) Cable Quality

First off you need to choose the type of cable you need - composite, component, S-Video, AV, DVI(digital) or HDMI(digital). Next you need to go out a buy these cables, basically you get what you pay for most of the time. I recommend to go out and purchase these cables that are made by a brand called Monster®, they are second to none. However if you cannot afford to buy cables this expensive go for ones that are slightly cheaper, they still work good and will do a fine job. What ever you do but DON'T BUY THE NORMAL STANDARD EVERYDAY CABLES that you see in the everyday shops. These will make your picture loss quality and defeats the purpose of having a plasma tv.

2) Cable Length

Whenever you run cables from high quality electronics like plasma tvs you want to keep the cables as short as possible. This is because the longer cables run for the more the signal in the cable losses quality. I normally say to find out how far the cable needs to run and than have 2 feet excess. This will mean that 1, the cables sit comfortable and are not stretched and 2, If you need to pull out your plasma tv or electrical component than you can do so without the cables stretching or coming loose.

3) Static Interference On Cables

It is a proven fact that cables and power cords do not mix well, i.e. the power cords cause interference on the cables and intern may damage the quality of your plasma visual and/or sound. For this reason you should not cross cables and power chords over each other rather run them at right angles to each other. Another way that interference can be causes on cables is if the excess of the cables is looped and not arranged in a figure-8.

Remember whenever you by a plasma tv or other high quality electronic device cabling will play a large part in how good the quality of the video and audio will be. So make sure that you don't lack quality in this area because it could be the difference between your plasma been ordinary or it been a top quality viewing device. "I CAN'T STRESS THIS ENOUGH!"

Jakob Culver is founder of the website http://www.plasmatvarena.com providing information, articles and reviews about plasma tv's. To find more articles like this one visit the site http://www.plasmatvarena.com.

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Unique Features Of Region Free Dvd Players

Writen by John Dulaney

Every DVD manufactured in a particular region has its own region code, which is incorporated as one byte of information on the disc that the DVD player checks before playing. DVD players and discs are coded by putting in their region number superimposed on a world globe. If a disc can play in more than one region, it will have more than one number on the globe. This implies that a disc bought in one country would not play on a DVD player bought in another country. Therefore the DVD standard includes region specific codes to prevent playback of DVDs in certain geographical regions.

Preventing Illegal Playback of Pirated DVDs

The greatest requirement for carrying out the concept of region-specific codes was to prevent the illegal playback of pirated DVDs in certain countries. Movies made in the U.S. are released in a staggered manner all over the world. The DVDs are also released a few months after the release of the movie in theaters. However, it is very easy to copy DVDs illegally and distribute these movies in the other countries even before they are formally released in their cinemas. Also, movie studios sell distribution rights to different foreign distributors and would like to guarantee an exclusive market. This piracy results in huge financial losses for the production companies.

On DVDs also, movies are released at different times around the world, typically first in America and Canada, later in Australia and Japan, and then in Europe. In some cases, DVD movies are available for purchase in America and Canada even before they are released in European cinema theaters.

Considering the high quality of movies on DVD, and the staggered movie release system, six regions were established to prevent people from watching region 1 movies before they were released in Regions 2-6. The six regions are as follows; Region 1 being U.S. and Canada, Region 2 comprising Japan, Europe, South Africa, and the Middle East. Region 3 has East and Southeast Asia, while Region 4 includes Australia, New Zealand, Pacific Islands, Central America, Mexico, and the Caribbean. Region 5 comprises of Eastern Europe, Africa, North Korea, Mongolia, and the Indian Subcontinent, while Region 6 has China. An additional Region 7 for reserved category and Region 8 for special International venues like airplanes and cruise ships were also designated.

Catering to the Traveler

However, these region-coded DVDs can be very restraining in today's time with the world becoming a global village. People travel extensively around the world and like to have access to entertainment without any restrictions. To counter this problem, the regionfree and codefree DVD players were designed. These DVD players are able to play a disc manufactured in any region and having any region code, anywhere in the world. To create such a provision in the DVD player certain modifications are carried out in its reading mechanism. There are certain global converters available in the market that can convert the coded DVD player to a region free DVD player.

Modifying DVD Players

Certain DVD players can be physically modified with a chipset technology to play discs regardless of their regional codes. This procedure, however, voids the warranty provided by the manufacturer, but is not illegal in most countries. Some players have a provision for modification using special command sequences to a code free mode by using a remote control. Several retailers sell DVD players that are already modified for multiple regions, or in some cases, they provide instructions on how to install the region change features that are already built into the player.

NTSC, SECAM and PAL

Most countries have television standards that are incompatible with those of other countries. These TV standards can be broadly classified into three categories, NTSC, PAL and SECAM.

The initial TV (color) broadcast system, released in 1953 in the U.S., was based on the standard called NTSC (National Television System Committee). NTSC runs with 525 lines/frame and 30 frames per second. NTSC is the TV format used in Canada, Japan, Mexico, Philippines, Taiwan, United States, and other countries

In the 1960s, the PAL (Phase Alternating Line) standard was presented in many European countries, most of Africa, China, India, Australia, New Zealand, Israel, North Korea and other countries - with the exception of France. The PAL standard uses a more expanded channel bandwidth than NTSC, providing more picture quality. PAL uses 625 lines/frame and 25 frames per second.

The SECAM, also known as Sequential Couleur Avec Memoire or Sequential Color with Memory, standard came to France in the 1960s. SECAM also has identical bandwidth to PAL, but it transmits the color information sequentially.

Decoding NTSC and PAL with the Flip of a Switch

NTSC and PAL standards are incompatible with one another. With a multi-system TV, one can view both the NTSC and PAL formatted DVDs. A regionfree DVD Player with a built-in PAL to NTSC and NTSC to PAL converter enables a viewer to watch different system DVDs. A codefree DVD player is able to decode NTSC and PAL with a simple flip of a switch, enabling the user to watch imported DVDs on the same DVD player. External converter boxes are also available, such as the Emerson EVC1595. Several high-quality converters are available from companies such as Tenlab, Snell, and Wilcox.

There is a range of additional features available in a code free DVD player, such as the multi-format playback, which allows the user to playback formats other than DVDs. Most multi-format DVD players are compatible with CDs, MP3s, DVD audio, DVD-R/DVD-RAM, CD-R/RW, and WMA. However, it is always advisable to read the specifications before buying, because not all players are compatible with the same formats.

Parental Control and Other Great Features

Another useful feature is the parental control, which give parents the control in choosing movies based on the movie ratings allowed for playback. Another extra includes a zoom function that magnifies an image on the screen. The shuttle or jog function allows frame-by-frame scanning, and dual laser for better playback of audio discs.

Codefree DVD players are available online at affordable prices. The great features and the codefree benefits make it a worthwhile investment.

Where to get REGION FREE DVD players/recorders. To prevent the latest movies from reaching countries where a film has not reached theaters yet, Hollywood studios imposed a block. This regional coding is a digital flag on the disc that tells the DVD player where a particular DVD comes from. This is supposed to prevent the disc from being used by an incompatible player in another country. A normal DVD player can only play discs designated for the player's own particular region. However, a codefree DVD player is a capable of playing DVD discs from anywhere around the world. A codefree DVD player can play DVD discs from all 6 regions and both standards, PAL and NTSC. That's every DVD movie on earth! PAL-NTSC 110-220 volts DVD/VCR Combos for use worldwide. CODEFREE DVD / PAL-NTSC VCR combos and MULTISTANDARD VCRs will play 100% all known DVD discs including FRENCH DVDs. You can buy region free and region free converting DVD players and region free DVD recorders from http://www.mindlogic.com in California. They give you a LIFETIME Warranty and ship worldwide. Tel.800-514-2984 or tel. 925-686-9945

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Receiver And Subwoofer Crossover Setup

Writen by Helmut Reiterer

One of the "I don't want to talk about it" subject for owners of a home theater, is the receiver and subwoofer crossover setup.

One of the complicated things to do when you buy a home theater setting the speakers and crossover menu. Ok, first you must know that you just have to make one adjustment, you just need to make the adjustment in the receiver system and not in the subwoofer system like I was doing it the first time that I setup my first home theater; a waste of time.

Please don't forget to turn the subwoofer on before starting with the setup and putting it in 80 Hz crossover frequency.

When you are doing the setup in the receiver you'll see in the screen of your TV a question regarding wether you have a subwoofer running and what crossover frequency you want to use (many people just told that me the their receivers didn't give them a choice of frequency, that they only have the factory set at 80 Hz. that's ok). like this the receiver will route all the deep bass frequencies below 80 Hz to the subwoofer via the subwoofer out jack from the receiver.

Note: Before you continue, remember if your receiver has 100 Hz and no other choice, you have to use that instead of the 80 Hz that I was explaining before, I only put 80 Hz because it's the most common in most applications.

Ok, I was telling you, I recommend to experiment with all the settings, mix them all and see which settings is better for your room, depending of the size, you can select the large settings on your receiver for the front speakers ( the main ones) and small settings for the subwoofer and the surround sound speakers, like this the sounds with frequencies above 80 Hz will go to the front speakers and the sounds with frequencies below 80 Hz are going to the sub and the surround sound speakers. But remember, please, be a child!!! experiment with the frequencies and see which mix you like the most, because, it's your home theater, your room and of course your taste, everybody is different so, it's up to you.

Note: Please don't misunderstand what I am saying above, but remember when I am saying that if you put the subwoofer more than 80Hz, , that is its function and it could turn in to another speaker instead of the sub for your home theater.

Good Luck.

"better things come from better people... be one of them. share what you know"

Helmut Reiterer
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Projection Screen Guide

Writen by Clifford Tan

While the projector screen or home theater projection screen may not be the most glamorous aspect of the home projection theater system, it is indeed a very important factor in the overall home theater experience. While there are many projector screens available, not much information is readily available in regards to the screen itself. The more common projection screens are whiteboards, reflective screens, gray screens and white screens. Some of the major details about the screens and some of the deciding factors in selection will be discussed here. While it is quite common for some people to use any blank spot on a wall to project their images or multimedia, this is not the preferred solution.

A projection screen will come with specifications just the same as any equipment. Some of them are more relevant than others depending on the uses of the projector and screen. Contrast is one of the most common measurements in the projector screen. While the contrast ratio will always be the same based on the projector, a high-contrast screen is usually the most effective and flexible screen available for multi-purpose projectors and theater environments.

These high-contrast screens actually lower the light levels of the projected media making the darker colors easier to see and differentiate. When this happens, it makes viewing of the lighter materials easier as well, allowing the viewer to experience a sharper color separation and decreasing some of the more common problems of blurs, rainbows or screen doors (Resulting from "pixelation" of the image where individual pixels are projected instead of a complete image)

Low-level contrast screens are more likely to be used for static image displays where the color and separation of an image will be static for long periods of time. This allows the image to be properly (and clearly) displayed, usually from a wider viewing area. This type of projector screen will not reflect poorly on the edges of a static display causing blurring or sharp contrast distortions in a still display. Whiteboards are another common type of projection screen. Recent advancements in whiteboard technology are geared mostly towards the presentation. Many of the available whiteboards on the market are actually interactive and allow the user the ability to control the projector (Usually computer based) from the whiteboard itself. While this screen is not ideally suited towards movie viewing, for the more mundane world of business presentations, the whiteboard can be a powerful tool.

Perhaps one of the most overlooked aspects of home projector screens is paint. While this may not appeal to everyone, there are obvious benefits as well. Paint will not rip or tear and it is easily cleaned. The projection "screen" can be painted on to a wall using a highly reflective paint. It is designed to be used over existing white base paints. If the walls are covered in a darker color, this may not be a viable option for a projector screen. While there are mixed reviews, the paint does seem to be a cheaper and more viable alternative as a projector screen for more and more people.

Note: This article may be republish for use in websites as long as the author bio and active hyperlinks are kept intact.

Clifford Tan, a Home Theater enthusiast and owner of the website Home Projector Advisor offering projector reviews, advice and many useful tips and hints to business and home consumers looking to purchase a home projectors. To find out alot more information about home projection system, visit the site http://www.home-projector-advisor.com.

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The Clothes Babies Need How You Can Help With A Practical Gift Basket

Writen by Anne Clarke

When you have a baby, the amount of clothes you have for the baby is very important. Remember, babies manage quite easily to get their clothes filthy, sometimes wearing 3-4 outfits a day. Not to mention that an infant will grow faster than you think, and new baby clothes are often needed. Mothers, fathers or guardians will find them doing markedly excess amounts of laundry once the baby has arrived. So try to give as many outfits as you can to really help them.

A great idea for a baby gift basket is to pile in the infant and toddler attire. Sure you can purchase baby clothes that will fit an infant like a glove as soon as the he or she is born. It will be nice for the mother, father or guardian to go out and show off her baby in great-fitting attire. Unfortunately these little ones grow fast, so if you are giving a baby gift basket at a baby shower, an assortment of sizes may be well appreciated.

Most mothers, fathers and guardians do not mind dressing the baby in clothing that is a bit too big. There is no doubt that it will not be too big for the baby pretty soon. In fact, most often once that he or she is crawling around, the size of the baby's clothes needed has multiplied.

If you are a mother you already know that the parent, parents or guardian(s) of this child will not believe how quickly a baby outfit can become of no use to them. It was a kind gesture to give them some clothes to start them off—but what do they do when the baby has outgrown everything? It does not take long—less than a year before even the big one-piece pajamas and too-big sweat suits have become too small.

To show that you appreciate this fact, it may be a good idea to include even a couple of toddler outfits for the baby gift basket.

And of course, a nice finishing touch for the baby gift basket may be something like little hats, babies can get cold and you never want a baby to be too exposed to the harsh weather, even if it just a little chilly outside, a hat is a perfect solution for the baby to keep warm. Most of our body heat is released through our heads when the weather is cold, so to cover the babies little, probably hairless, or practically hairless head is a very good idea. The same applies with coats, a baby will need both heavy and light coats for the colder season.

Parents or guardians will want to have lots of blankets, burp rags etc. These are more items that are quickly dirtied and need to be washed frequently. So if you would like to go for an attire theme for your friend or family member's baby shower, these are ideas that are very practical and very important, especially for a family without a whole lot of extra money to be throwing around on baby clothes.

Anne Clarke writes numerous articles for websites on gardening, parenting, fashion, and home decor. Her background includes teaching and gardening. For more of her articles on babies please visit Baby Baskets.

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Plasma Televisions And Displays What To Know When Buying

Writen by Donny Duncan

So you want the amazing quality of a plasma television or plasma display, but you don't really know what to look for when it comes to features? After all, it's a pretty big investment, you want to know what you're buying right? No problem, here are few terms and features to remember when you are ready to purchase your plasma television or display. But first, lets talk about the difference between Plasma Television and Plasma Displays.

Plasma Televisions have TV tuners, and sometimes speakers, etc.

Plasma Displays are basically big computer screens, with no TV tuner or speakers.

Plasma Television and Plasma Display Terms

Contrast Ratio - The brightness of a display at full white over the brightness of a display at full black. Because the black value is greatly affected by ambient light, some TV technologies calculate contrast ratio in darkened rooms. Basically, the larger the contrast ratio the greater the ability of a television to show subtle color details and tolerate various room light

Pixel Pitch - The distance, typically in inches or millimeters, from the center of one pixel to the center of an adjacent pixel. The more pixels, the higher quality the picture, and the less "blocky" the picture looks.

Resolution - The size and quality of the images the unit can display. Typically, the higher the better, especially on larger screens.

Panel Life - Plasma screens have a life span, once the panel life is reached the screen will typically fail and need to be replaced. This is not really to be of alarm though, most of today's plasma screens have such a long panel life, you most likely won't own the unit long enough for it to go bad. For example, one popular unit has a panel life of 60,000 hours. If you left it on all day every day, it wouldn't go bad for almost 8 years.

Aspect Ratio - The height and width of the screen. Regular TV's were traditionally 4:3 (full screen) and most new big screens and plasma televisions and displays are 16:9 (wide screen)

Viewing Angle - At what angle you can view the unit before it starts to get distorted or blurry. The wider the viewing angle, the more places you can see the screen from in your room.

Plasma Television and Plasma Display Features

Does it come with a Warranty, or is one available for purchase?

Even though they've dropped substantially in price over the last few years, they're still a pretty decent investment, and it's usually best to protect that investment. It's usually best when your plasma television or plasma display comes with a warranty, but even if you have to purchase an extended warranty, it's generally a good idea. If you think about it, would you rather pay a little extra now, or pay half the initial cost a year later if the screen goes out? Warranties are usually worth the cost, even if it's only for peace of mind.

Does it come with speakers?

I don't know of any plasma displays that come with speakers attached, but a few plasma televisions do. They generally cost a little more, so if you already have a surround sound system, you might not need them.

Is it HDTV ready?

If you have HDTV service, you'll need a display or television that is compatible with HDTV. Most newer televisions, especially plasma displays and televisions, but if you want it, it's always best to check for it.

Does it come with a wall mount or stand?

Sometimes they don't come with either, so you would have to pay extra for one or the other. This is one important aspect to think about when you're comparing price, because these can get rather expensive if you have to purchase them separately.

What type of inputs does it have?

Most plasma televisions should have the standard inputs, like RCA (your typical red, yellow, white wires), S-Video, DVI, Component, but if there is one in particular that you need, you should always check and make sure that it is available on that unit.

This article taken from Computer Discounts Guide - Plasma Televisions & Displays. View the website for more helpful guides.

Donny Duncan, the author of Computer Discounts Guide has been in the computer field for over thirteen years.

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Things You Need To Know Before You Buy Your Hdtv

Writen by Jim Johnson

If you are in the market for a HDTV you probably are somewhat confused by all of the terminology used in the industry, but actually it doesn't take too long to learn your way around, and be an educated television consumer.

When looking for a HDTV, you will no doubt run into a couple of terms that you will need to understand very well. You will see a TV labeled as "HDTV Enabled", and then you may see others labeled "HDTV Ready" or "HDTV Integrated". There is not usually much difference between the "Ready" set and the "Integrated" set. They both are ways of saying that the TV has a HDTV tuner already installed in it and is capable of receiving and displaying high definition broadcasts right away with just an antenna.

The "Enabled" sets on the other hand do not have the tuner built into the TV and so must rely on an external receiver or tuner to be able to receive and display high definition programming. What does this mean for you? Well, if you mainly tune into local broadcasts using an antenna, you probably want the tuner already built into the TV. On the other hand, if you are a cable or satellite subscriber, which many viewers are, you can just buy the set that doesn't have the tuner built in and use the one provided by your programming provider instead.

As far as audio is concerned, the HDTV standard includes the capability to present sound in Dolby 5.1 surround sound format. If you plan on taking full advantage of that with a surround sound system you will need plenty of connectors on the TV to get the job done, so look carefully on the back and see how many connectors are provided and then match that up with the speaker system that you plan to buy. Basically, the more connector ports you can get, the better.

If you like to play video games, you will certainly enjoy the enhanced capabilities of high definition since it will also enhance all games played on Playstation 3, and Xbox 360. So check to make sure that there are appropriate connectors on the front or rear of the TV to enable you to connect up your video game system too.

And don't forget the surge protector. It would really be a shame to get all of this great television equipment and then damage it due to an unexpected electrical surge. It's actually cheap insurance for your HDTV.

Hopefully, this article has helped you learn about some of the terms used and the options that you have when buying your next high definition television set.

Jim Johnson is a successful author and publisher on consumer related matters. You can find out more about hdtv antenna and hdtv reviews by visiting our HDTV website.

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Guide To Buying A Camcorder

Writen by Andrew Gates

Today's camcorder market is full of new brands and changing technology, with products moving towards greater compactness and more 'cross-platform' features. Choosing the right camcorder for you need not be a daunting task provided you take the time to answer some basic questions about yourself and the technology. You can search for exactly the right product, all the way from brand through model number and vendor right here at Myshopping.com.au. It will take a lot of pressure off you.

What kind of camcorder user are you?

At the outset, you need to think a little about why you are buying a camcorder. There are essentially six loosely defined categories:

1) the traveller, buying a camcorder to record travel experiences;

2) the family, usually with young children or soon to be, wanting to record family lifestyle experiences as the children grow up;

3) the grandparent or retiree, often with a little time to look at the world through the lens and capture moments of life that would otherwise slip by;

4) the technophobe, a person with a genuine interest in finding the best bit of gear to make movies and record things of importance;

5) the artist, similar to the technophobe, but has a deeper interest in the pictures and less interest in the technical specification, usually wanting to make movies and document items of interest;

6) the educator or student, maybe a school or classroom teacher, or student with an interest in multimedia. We can add a seventh category: that of the "I just want one" brigade who has no real underlying purpose for the purchase.

Once you have some idea of which category your purchase might fall into, then you have some way of being guided through the maze of choices. There are possibly five basic judgements you need to make about the camcorder you want to buy.

1) How comfortable it is in your hand? Remember, if you're a traveller, you will want to lug your camcorder wherever you go. The last thing you want is a lead weight that makes your hand tired before you've even squeezed the trigger.

2) How easy is it to use? You need to be able to easily understand the basic functions of the camera and reach the controls as you need them.

3) Similar to 3 above, how convenient it is to playback your footage and copy it onto another storage medium.

4) What is the picture quality like? Naturally some picture quality is sacrificed for lower prices and added features in some of the range. But at the end of the day, you really want the best picture quality you can get for the money you are willing to spend. After all, it is picture quality-subjective though it is-that you will judge the camera on in years to come.

5) How much you are prepared to spend. Your purchase decision needs to be balanced between the features and accessories you want in your camcorder and the amount of funds you have available.

The technology

The latest digital video cameras make shooting and editing as easy as falling off the back of a truck, and can help you along the way to winning the grand Funniest Home Video prize. Coupling your digital camcorders with video-editing programs on your computer means you can edit, add visual effects, create titles, add sound effects and play it back at different speeds.

Most digital camcorders use videotape, the most common being a format called MiniDV making it easy to edit it on a computer and output your finished movie to tape, Video CD or DVD. All you need along with your digital camcorder is a FireWire interface on your PC, and a video-editing program.

Some camcorders now use flash media memory cards or sticks to store video, which allows for a smaller camera than digital tape types, but at the expense of lower video quality and smaller storage (although this is quickly changing.) There are two big advantages with the memory stick cameras: one is their portability, especially for travellers, and the other is the small size and easy 'plug-in' accessibility of the storage media

There are also camcorders that record directly onto mini DVD discs, which you can then play it back in your DVD player. These cameras use an 8-centimeter recordable DVD discs that can hold up to an hour of video, and record a good quality image. One drawback, however is that the discs have to be 'finalised' by the camera before they can be used in a DVD player. However, there are constantly changing standards in disc technology, and it is worthwhile looking at any new developments in this media.

Main Features

Battery: Power consumption varies from camcorder to camcorder. Although it stands to reason that a camera recording to memory stick will have a longer battery life than one recording to DVD or MiniDV tape. However recording and playback time runs out a lot faster than you expect. There are a different ways to address this issue. In many instances you can buy batteries that provider a longer discharge life than the original one that comes with the camera. Ordinarily a camcorder has its battery at the back of the body in an indented housing that has no cover or door, enabling a larger battery (extended life) to fit. A camcorder with room for an expandable battery will give you plenty of recording time while you're still learning.

Screen: One feature commonly espoused by the camera manufacturers is the size of the LCD screen. The bigger it is, the more you can see what you're recording and what you've captured. But the bigger it is, the more battery power it requires too. Also, some LCD screens are not very effective in bright sunlight, and that's one place you will likely be using your camcorder often. Having a viewfinder as well as an LCD screen is a useful option, enabling you to see what you are recording when seeing the screen in bright light is difficult and saving battery power.

Lens: Camcorders come with a zoom lens allowing you to shoot close-up images of distant subjects. Like digital cameras, there is a distinction between digital (zoom) and optical (telephoto) lens capability. A digital zoom enlarges part of the image to fill the screen, whereas optical zoom is the telephoto capacity of the lens itself. The difference is in the final images. Images with high levels of digital zoom can be grainy and lack definition because only a part of the image that is captured through the lens is recorded. With optical zoom, the full image that passes through the lens is captured. Consequently a higher optical zoom is desirable.

Sound capture. Camcorders usually have a front-mounted microphone. Those with a microphone located below the lens, or at the bottom of the front housing usually produce a better sound capture than those with a microphone mounted on top of the camera. Some camcorders have zoom or highly directional microphones that can zoom into the subject when the zoom lens is used. If you are frequently filming in difficult auditory environments or want to capture 'news style' content, it is best to have a socket for using an external microphone.

Stills: Most digital camcorders allow you to take still images and save them to a memory card. However they rarely offer the same level of control or quality as dedicated digital still cameras.

Controls: Comfort and control go somewhat hand-in-hand. Be sure that the camera you choose is comfortable in your hand and that the important controls are easy to access with your fingers while your eye is glued to the viewfinder. Confusing layouts and labels on much current technology conditions many of us to accept automatic functions and controls. But sometimes the automatic settings simply don't cut it with the conditions in which we're filming. Check out how much of the camera's functionality can be turned 'manual'. You should be able to, for example, make a manual 'white balance,' control the aperture on the lens to adjust the amount of light that is let in, and possibly digitally adjust the gain of the captured image.

Low light functions: Choosing a camcorder that has the ability to film in very dull light may be important, especially if you want to shoot at night or indoors. A special slow shutter mode helped by an infrared light can make filming in ambient lighting very effective, as can built-in illumination from one or more LEDs.

Accessories

Some accessories are necessary for you to have success with your camcorder. You might consider the type of carry case, with good pockets to house additional batteries; storage media lens cleaners and so on. You should consider additional battery power, preferably one with an extended life. You may want to consider a tripod, additional lenses, and a camera-mounted light. You will certainly need storage media for which system you choose. You can check out the full range of accessories for any brand or model by searching our database at Myshopping.com.au.

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