There are a number of ways to hide a flat panel television when it is not being used by incorporating the feature into the overall home theater room design. Some use a static image to display a piece of art or favorite family picture. Others use elaborate mounting unites and screens to cover the television when it is not in use. A professionally design theater system can incorporate any idea you have to make the room beautiful both when in use as well as when not.

Below are some display options available for home owners as they consider how they want their flat panel television to be concealed when not in use.

Screensaver Displays

Since many LCD TVs are simple displays like those used by computer users, they can be set to display art and photos when they are not in use. Using a screensaver however does require the television to be on so it is not recommended for long stretches of time. It is best for use during parties.

Customized Art Covers

Custom art overlay options are becoming more common. A specialized piece of art on a canvas can be made to be placed over the screen when homeowners are not using the TV. This is an inexpensive solution that does not require any new wiring or customized mounting.

Many homeowners choose to hang their flat panel televisions above a fireplace. For a traditional flare, a wooden frame can be installed around it, thus turning your television into a mantel piece. Professional installers can also design an automated system that slides a screen cover over the flat panel.

Moving Displays

Pop-up and flip-down displays are the ultimate convenience for home theater owners. At the touch of a button, the screen can be brought up from an inconspicuous piece of furniture or down from the ceiling. This technique is especially useful with flat panel televisions that need to be installed at the foot of the bed; the television can be placed on a motorized lifting mechanism that can move the television up while watching TV before bed and down before you turn off the lights.

Other Considerations

Most home theaters are not comprised of the TV alone. Mounted televisions prove more difficult to integrate into an entertainment system because all the necessary connections need to be run through walls. Wireless technology for these applications is improving but is not yet fool-proof.

Custom home theater installers can offer advice on how to arrange DVD players and receivers to match the subtle look of a hidden flat panel television.

Choosing the right option to hide a LCD TV into a room's design can be difficult. The size and shape of walls or the way they are built can limit the installation options. Place the television in the appropriate spot for viewing, and then start considering installation options.

~ Ben Anton, 2008

Ben Anton lives in Portland, OR.
Learn more about the benefits of wall and ceiling mounted televisions at Ronny's home video and audio website.

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Don’t be intimidated into thinking that a home theater system is way beyond the reach of the average American household.  True, a custom home theater system could cost you an arm and a leg.  This is so if what you have in mind in a home theater setup is a top-of-the line video projector, high-end DVD and disc players, and state-of-the art sound system with separate amplifiers per channel and humongous subwoofers.  The fact is you don’t need a pricey custom home center designed to mimic the acoustic design of the Sydney Opera House just to appreciate the nuance of cracking twig in some outdoor movie or another.

There is a practical solution to build a home theater system that consists of some affordable custom installation that won’t cause much of a dent in your savings.  You can locate your entertainment center in one cozy nook of the home which would not need any extensive remodeling or retrofitting.  

The audio-video equipment of your custom home theater could just be composed of some basic and less expensive gadgets.  What you could do in order to have a home theater system within your budget is to stick to a simple 27-inch television, an inexpensive DVD or CD player plus maybe a HiFi VCR, basic stereo or AV receiver and speakers.  The beauty of this setup is also that you will have a sense of ownership of the home theater design which you can discuss with visiting friends or relatives who in turn could perhaps offer some additional but less costly system enhancements.

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Thanks a lot.

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the best is a Sanus VMPL250b VisionMount Low Profile Wall Mount

(1.25" from wall) - for 30" to 50" Flat Panel Plasma & LCD TVs - Black

You can adjust even the largest flat panel TV with just the gentle push of your finger. That's because the ingenious engineering behind the Virtual Axis balances the TV's weight on itself, so very little effort is required to move it. And the SmoothLock Swivel system uses tapered bearings to provide stronger, smoother pivot points. Each time you move your TV or Computer Monitor it'll stay exactly where you put it.The Sanus VisionMount VMPL250b is a high quality, durable mount with powder coat finish you can be proud to hang your flat panel television on. Of course, it is also great for today's flat panel computer monitors. Sanus mounts are constructed of heavy-gauge steel and extruded aluminum to securely hold flat panel TVs weighing as much as 130 lbs. The fact that you can have real fingertip movement with a TV that heavy is a testament to the excellence of Sanus engineering.

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If you like to entertain guests, you can quickly improve the experience offered to your guests by creating a custom home theater. Customize the way you view movies, enjoy music and even watch television with you home with your own custom designed home theater.

Technology has improved greatly over the years. As a result, individuals that are planning to create a theater are presented many options when selecting home theater equipment. For those that are decorating in modern home décor may opt for wireless home theater systems. Modern home decor does not encourage clutter and is often very neat and crisp in appearance. Therefore a wireless set up would be perfect for this type of decor as there are no cords to hide and camouflage. Many will also find when shopping for equipment that many electronic stores will allow you to build your own system that caters to your individual needs.

Although the thought of creating a custom theater may seem expensive, the process is actually quite affordable. There are several publications and wed sites that offer plenty of advice concerning creating an affordable home theater. Learn anything from home theater layouts and plans, do it yourself wiring to useful information concerning surround sound and other audio systems.

Once you have started the planning process of creating your theater, you can use the internet to check out product reviews. When purchasing any large product, it is important to do your research so that you can make the best choice when purchasing your equipment. Whether you choose to purchase online or not, it is best to always check out websites for up to date product information and reviews.

There are also websites that feature forums that are great for discussing your current ideas and helping to create new ones. These forums are often full of individuals that are currently in the same process or have recently created the process themselves so this is a great breeding ground for ideas. Regardless to what phase you are in with creating your custom theater, the internet is an awesome place to gather valuable information.

Creating a custom home theater is an exciting time! Not only will you be making a large purchase, you will also be making an investment in your home. Upgrade your home decor as well as improve your entertainment options for your guests with a home theater. What are you waiting for? Get started today!

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home theater craze, if that's what we can call it, has gained momentum in recent years with many homeowners desiring a custom home theater, perhaps because it's the "hip" thing to do more than out of necessity.

New homes are common now with a custom home theater built into the design and perhaps it's a sign of the times that if the technology is available, why not utilise it. I guess it's still personal choice but before installing your custom home theater you should do some necessary due diligence. Born out of necessity, some companies now specialize in custom home theater.

These companies create from Art Deco to Contemporary styled home theatres to match and suit every requirement. Custom home theater can be made to seat between 2-25 people. Every aspect being taken into consideration while creating a custom home theater, such as, color texture, AV system, carpet, the type of furniture and its material are some of the many details.

Here are a few features that make a perfect custom home theater:

Acoustic effects – proper installation can regulate the sound of custom home theatre from bouncing against the wall thus creating a sound reproduction as clear as in real life.

Installations designed specially by combining reflective, diffusive and absorptive surfaces to equalize the effects that normal rooms have on sounds. By this the custom home theater achieves total control on the sound environment.

Seating placed strategically so everyone can clearly see the screen without any interference is another important factor which requires a great deal of planning and skill.

Special personal details that make an authentic custom home theater are not left out either:

Sconces that create a sense of elegance and give a distinct note of sophistication.

Curtains of motorized rods enhance and add fleur to the movie experience.

Fiber optic ceilings create the sense of space and beauty adding extra dimension to the place.

With the gaining popularity of custom home theater will the movie halls be in danger in the coming future?

OR

Will the custom home theater soon be a necessity for every home replacing merely the TV?

For now they surely are an addition to the assets of any home/office. In everyday business office a custom home theater can make a simple presentation a remarkable one or just plain entertainment movie be turned into a wonderful experience.

From an investment point of view, a custom home theater no doubt adds value to any domain and it is a solid selling point for homeowners when they decide to move on. It's also a strong selling point by those companies specializing in the custom home theater and more often than not, buyers will treat themselves to a little entertainment luxury even if it means stretching the budget a little.

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When it comes to custom home theater setups, a lot of “theater” elements are considered, and congruently optimized.

From the viewing screen type, to ideal lighting conditions, custom home theater excursions mostly deal with optimizing the surround sound setup of a home theater system. What basically makes a home theater system different from a regular television setup is a home theater systemÂ’s surround sound feature, and most custom home theater work deal on this aspect of the system.

For a minimum degree of surround sound quality, one would need two front speakers, and two speakers positioned behind, or on the side, creating a surround area for sound to travel in. An audio mixer handles the multiple channel mixing need for the sounds coming out from the speakers.

Most surround speaker systems come in 5.1, 6.1 and 7.1 packages. The .1 in these defining package names refer to a subwoofer channel, which are low frequency channels ideal for bass boost sounds. The preceding number figure before the .1 refers to the number of speakers included in the surround speaker package.

In effect, a 5.1 surround speaker system is made up of 6 speakers in total, one subwoofer, and five speakers. 6.1 and 7.1 speakers are composed of 7 and 8 speakers, respectively.

Using the main viewing screen as a surround sound setupÂ’s anchor point, the most prominent sounds of a custom home theater setup come out from the front speakers. Ideally, two speakers would do as front speakers, one on the left and another on the right. Once left side oriented noise is made, one would hear it more on the left speaker, while right side oriented noise, on the right speaker. Putting in a third speaker in the center greatly improves a systemÂ’s surround sound quality, as the third speaker acts as an anchor point, anchoring the sounds coming from both left and right side speakers. Most 6.1 surround sound packages use this type of setup.

The rear and side speakers in a surround sound custom home theater setup fills in background music, as well as right or left inclined sounds. Background sounds like running water, chirping crickets and explosions sound amazing and more vibrant. They are also ideal for movement sounds, like sounds that start from a certain point, for example from the horizon of a plain, and end going behind you.

Most 7.1 surround sound speaker package setups are laid out to this setup: two front speakers, two side speakers, two rear speakers, and a subwoofer positioned behind the viewersÂ’ viewing area. A variation to this setup would involve two front speakers, and an equal distance space positioning of the four other speakers, forming a half circle behind the viewerÂ’s area.

Of course, a surround sound custom home theater excursion isnÂ’t limited to only using 8 speakers. One could add as many as 12, but these would have to be highly dependent of oneÂ’s budget, as well as custom home theater space, and a/v mixing system.

Bottom line, knowing what one wants and how much one could spend, should come to a compromise in the building of a custom home theater system.

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Can we connect Home Theatre System to our TV without DVD player to get surround system for movie channels ontv

Is it possible for us to connect the TV to the Home Theatre so that we will get the surround system for the Cable TV channels so that we can watch movies shown on Cable TV with same effect as we watch a movie on DVD player with surround system? I thought its not possible but I dont know!

Yes, there are several ways to do it. Output from cable box or satellite rcv to a/v receiver. If your tv reception is over the air you will run the audio from the audio out jack on your tv to the input on your a/v receiver.

There should instruction with your a/v rcv showing you how to make the connections. If you no longer have the instruction manual you can get it from the manufactuer's web site at no cost.

For better answers always list your equipment.