Coby CSP96 300-Watt 5.1-Channel Home Theater Speaker System (Black)
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GotUWired proudly places itself as having San Diego home theater installation professional teamwork. We will help you plan and design your own home theater system, choosing from a large number of distinguished brands, till you get your well-designed easy to use customized home theater.

Wherever your San Diego home theater installation will be, GotUWired will skillfully mix creativity, innovation and simplicity to get you the home theater system you always dreamt of. Whether you want to install your home theater system in a bedroom, a family room, or even a wide hall, we promise you that you will experience new lively sounds and sights that best entertain you. You will know that passing your vacation at home has become far more enjoyable than before.

Once you decide on installing a home theater system, you will need to choose from three main categories of video, audio and control system equipments. Our staff will help you make your mind about which receivers, projectors, speakers, and controllers to use. Many people find it difficult to decide whether to use a plasma TV, LCD, or HD TV, we will let you choose from the well-known brands that best suit your design and configuration. But choosing the sets is only a part of the installation process, as there are still other important points to be taken into your consideration. For example, where the video screen is located in the room you selected? How the speakers are distributed throughout the whole place? And how to control all the system after it had been installed? Our professional staff will save no effort to let you set all these factors right, and you will be confident about every step you take through the installation process.

Because we take care of every little single detail, GotUWired is the best San Diego home theater installation service provider. We pay high attention to your individual taste and lifestyle so that we can turn your exact dream into a vivid reality. When we design your home theater system, we make it to be integrated in harmony with the structure of your home. Even when we finish the installation process, we do not leave you until you use the home theater installed system, try every feature of it, and be more than satisfied.

	Onkyo HT-S3500 5.1-Channel Home Theater Speaker/Receiver Package Sale Price: Too low to display
	Welcome to Immersive, Affordable and Complete Home Theater. For small- to medium-sized rooms, you can’t go past the well-balanced and affordable HT-S3500 home theater package. Newly equipped with Onkyo’s WRAT (Wide Range Amplifier Technology), the AVR and six-speaker set will surprise and delight with audio performance you would expect from a more expensive system...

	Sony BRAVIA DAV-DZ170 Home Theater System Sale Price: $195.88
	Add the cinematic thrill of surround sound to your TV viewing experience with this 5.1-channel BRAVIA theater system. Fusing style with performance, this 5.1-channel surround sound system features a built-in DVD player and 1000 watts of home theater power...

	Onkyo HT-S3400 5.1-Channel Home Theater System Sale Price: Too low to display
	Taking the hassle out of home theater, Onkyo presents the HT-S3400 package: a full-featured A/V receiver coupled with a quality six-piece speaker set. To handle the latest Blu-ray, gaming, and cable/satellite devices, the receiver sports four new HDMI inputs...

	Sony DAVTZ140 DVD Home Theater System Sale Price: $117.54
	Bring your movies and music to life like never before with 5.1 channel surround sound and near HD picture quality with the Sony DAV-TZ140 DVD Home Theater System. The included Easy Setup disc helps calibrate your system...

	Samsung Electronics HT-D6730W Home Theater System Sale Price: $624.00
	3D Technology Checklist This product is 3D-related. To help you get a great 3D experience, use the checklist below to ensure you have everything you need. 3D viewing requires: A DisplayFirst, you'll need a 3D-ready display--whether it's a 3D HDTV, 3D projector, or 3D computer monitor...

	Panasonic SC-XH150 5.1 Channel Cinema Surround Home Entertainment System Sale Price: Too low to display
	(March 2011)The SC-XH150 Home Theater System incorporates a wide variety of Panasonic technologies for high quality sound. The Clear Sound Digital Amplifier and Down Firing Subwoofer reproduce a clear, dynamic sound that wouldn't be expected from the compact size of the main unit and speakers...

	Yamaha YHT-397 5.1-Channel Home Theater System Sale Price: $399.95
	The YHT-397 Home Theater System provides simple operation, yet includes essential capabilities for high definition home audio video enjoyment, offering popular features like USB input for iPhone and color on-screen display, as well as a 5...

	Samsung HT-E5500W HTIB 5.1 Channel 3D Blu-ray 1000-Watt Home Theater System Sale Price: Too low to display
	5.1 Ch 3D Smart BD, Built-in Wifi, Web Browser, and Wireless Rear Channels Home Theater System

	Sony HTSS380 3D Home Theater System Sale Price: Too low to display
	Complete your entertainment with 5.1 channels of audio and included iPod/iPhone dock1. Sony’s HT-SS380 system delivers a soul-satisfying 1000 Watts of power5. You’re ready for the future with connections for three HDMI sources including 3D pass-through and Audio Return Channel3...

	Samsung HTD6500W 5.1 CH 3D Blu-Ray Home Theater System Sale Price: Too low to display
	Whether you are viewing a premium-quality 2D picture or seeing incredible 3D depth, images are breathtakingly real in Samsung Full HD. Combine with a 3D TV and 3D active shutter glasses to view the latest Hollywood 3D titles or amplify your viewing experience by up converting 2D content to immersive 3D.

As home theaters increase in popularity, many people are trying to design and layout their rooms on their own with little guidance. Where this can save you money initially, it will inevitably cause heartache and money down the line. Home theater installation requires not only someone with technical know how and an eye for room layout. It also takes an audio expert who knows both what equipment is available and what limitations a room may have. Too often people end up with a custom home theater system that does not fit their home or needs because they were unskilled in matching speakers and components with the layout and acoustics of a home. A professional home theater installer is trained in all of these areas and can help ensure that the money invested in a home theater will be money well spent.

When looking for a custom home theater installer, find a person or team that is skilled in home theater design and that they are knowledgeable of all of the equipment options which could help transform a basic home theater system into a custom work of entertainment technology. Here are a few things that you should keep in mind when shopping around for an installer.

Business Focus

When choosing a home theater installer, make sure that you find someone who knows audio and visual equipment inside and out. Look at the nature of the installer's business. Do they have a primary focus on electronics and home theater entertainment or is their installation service just an added service provided for buying a big-screen television or stereo system from their electronics department? Do they have dedicated installers who do A/V and home theater design as their primary job function or will the installer be an hourly employee who received a basic training course? Take the time to make sure that the person who will be installing your custom home theater layout has both experience with the task and is highly knowledgeable of what it takes to get great picture and sound out of a home theater setup.

Options Available

Different installation companies will have varying options and components available for purchase. Talk to someone at the store and see exactly what is available to you and how you can maximize the enjoyment that you'll get from your new system. If possible, bring photographs of the room or rooms that you'll be installing the home theater system in if they are unable to come to the house directly. This way, the designer can see exactly what they'll have to work with and how much space will be available for speakers and other components. Help them to get a feel for exactly the sort of custom home theatre system that you want, and see whether they'll be able to create one that meets your specific needs. Be sure to let them know of any special items that you want in the package, such as an HD DVD player, digital video recorder, Blu Ray player, or any other items that might not be included in a standard custom home theater design.

Cost and Value

Research component pricing before you go out looking for a home theater installer, making sure that you have an idea of any specific equipment that you are wanting and how much they are likely to cost. Shop around at different stores, seeing how much each will charge for the custom home theatre system that you want including the price of installation. If you have a budget for how much you want to spend on your home theater layout then try to stay within that budget. A good installer will be able to recommend equipment that may be equal in quality but cost less. Compare the quotes that you receive so that you'll know which business is offering you the best value for your money. After all, you are the one who's going to have to use the resulting home theater system, so be sure that above all else you end up with a system that you enjoy and that works well.

~Ben Anton, 2008

	Rocketifsh Universal Wireless Rear Speaker Kit RF-WHTIB Sale Price: $112.00
	This wireless kit sends rich sound to your home entertainment system speakers while eliminating ugly and cumbersome wires. Just plug the sender into your home theater and your rear speakers into the receiver.

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	1ft 4 Gauge Red Power Cable AGU In-Line Fuse Holder 60 Amp AGU Fuse 4 Gauge Terminal Ring

	Boss KIT-2 Complete 8 Gauge Amplifier Installation Kit Sale Price: Too low to display
	8 Gauge amplifier installation kit includes:

	Pyle-Pro PSTK103 Heavy-Duty Aluminum Anodizing Dual Speaker Stand with Traveling Bag Kit Sale Price: $45.31
	These speaker stands can handle loads of up to 100 lbs. each and will hold your speakers high, from 5 to 8 feet. Each one is constructed from lightweight anodized aluminum and includes a safety pin for maximum security and support...

	PYLE-PRO PMDK102 - Heavy-Duty Aluminum Anodizing Dual Speaker Stand & 1/4'' Cable Kit Sale Price: $78.06
	The Pyle PMDK-102 Pro Audio Speaker Stand and Cable Kit includes professional quality components that match virtually all speaker finishes. It includes two telescoping speaker stands that each have a 100-pound load capacity...

	Motorola T325 Bluetooth Portable Car Speaker (Black, Retail Packaging) Sale Price: $29.00
	Go hands-free the moment you enter your car with the T325 Portable Bluetooth® Speakerphone. The T325's intuitive design includes an entry on/exit off feature that automatically syncs your Bluetooth-enabled phone with the speakerphone when you enter your car...

	Wiremold C210 White Cordmate II Kit Sale Price: $16.21
	The Wiremold White Cordmate II kit contains everything you need to hold wires and cords within a space-saving cord channel that's flexible and hinged, and easily snaps opens and shut. The peel and stick self-adhesive backing is easily attached onto baseboards or walls, and the white PVC components can be painted or stained to match a room's color...

	Pyle PLMRKT2A 2 Channel Waterproof MP3/iPod Amplified 6.5'' Marine Speaker System Sale Price: Too low to display
	2-CH Amp Speaker System

	Trabajadores Industriales - English Learning Kit for Spanish speakers - w/ audio CD & Click It CD-ROM Sale Price: $29.99
	Workplace English for Trabajadores Industriales is designed for Spanish-speaking employees who will benefit from learning English for the workplace. It is written in Spanish and the topics are presented from the perspective of the Hispanic employee...

	Simply Spanish Basics: For English Speakers (Survival Kit Series)
	Simply Spanish Basics is an ebook so can be used on a portable device when traveling or working in a Spanish environment. Many users use the ebook to point to words when conversing, which can be helpful...

Will it make a difference to wire my 300 watt system with a higher end kit that includes a capacitor?

The amp for the mono sub is 175 x 1 RMS power. The amp for the rear speakers is 60 x 2 RMS power. It is basically a 300 watt system. Will it sound any better with an installation kit that includes a capacitor?
The battery is new and so is the system. The speakers are higher end ones. I just don't want to spend more money if it won't make a differnce or its as good as its going to get.

nope, not worth it.

	Onkyo HT-S3500 5.1-Channel Home Theater Speaker/Receiver Package Sale Price: Too low to display
	Welcome to Immersive, Affordable and Complete Home Theater. For small- to medium-sized rooms, you can’t go past the well-balanced and affordable HT-S3500 home theater package. Newly equipped with Onkyo’s WRAT (Wide Range Amplifier Technology), the AVR and six-speaker set will surprise and delight with audio performance you would expect from a more expensive system...

	Sony BRAVIA DAV-DZ170 Home Theater System Sale Price: $195.88
	Add the cinematic thrill of surround sound to your TV viewing experience with this 5.1-channel BRAVIA theater system. Fusing style with performance, this 5.1-channel surround sound system features a built-in DVD player and 1000 watts of home theater power...

	Onkyo HT-S3400 5.1-Channel Home Theater System Sale Price: Too low to display
	Taking the hassle out of home theater, Onkyo presents the HT-S3400 package: a full-featured A/V receiver coupled with a quality six-piece speaker set. To handle the latest Blu-ray, gaming, and cable/satellite devices, the receiver sports four new HDMI inputs...

	Sony DAVTZ140 DVD Home Theater System Sale Price: $117.54
	Bring your movies and music to life like never before with 5.1 channel surround sound and near HD picture quality with the Sony DAV-TZ140 DVD Home Theater System. The included Easy Setup disc helps calibrate your system...

	Samsung Electronics HT-D6730W Home Theater System Sale Price: $624.00
	3D Technology Checklist This product is 3D-related. To help you get a great 3D experience, use the checklist below to ensure you have everything you need. 3D viewing requires: A DisplayFirst, you'll need a 3D-ready display--whether it's a 3D HDTV, 3D projector, or 3D computer monitor...

	Panasonic SC-XH150 5.1 Channel Cinema Surround Home Entertainment System Sale Price: Too low to display
	(March 2011)The SC-XH150 Home Theater System incorporates a wide variety of Panasonic technologies for high quality sound. The Clear Sound Digital Amplifier and Down Firing Subwoofer reproduce a clear, dynamic sound that wouldn't be expected from the compact size of the main unit and speakers...

	Yamaha YHT-397 5.1-Channel Home Theater System Sale Price: $399.95
	The YHT-397 Home Theater System provides simple operation, yet includes essential capabilities for high definition home audio video enjoyment, offering popular features like USB input for iPhone and color on-screen display, as well as a 5...

	Samsung HT-E5500W HTIB 5.1 Channel 3D Blu-ray 1000-Watt Home Theater System Sale Price: Too low to display
	5.1 Ch 3D Smart BD, Built-in Wifi, Web Browser, and Wireless Rear Channels Home Theater System

	Sony HTSS380 3D Home Theater System Sale Price: Too low to display
	Complete your entertainment with 5.1 channels of audio and included iPod/iPhone dock1. Sony’s HT-SS380 system delivers a soul-satisfying 1000 Watts of power5. You’re ready for the future with connections for three HDMI sources including 3D pass-through and Audio Return Channel3...

	Samsung HTD6500W 5.1 CH 3D Blu-Ray Home Theater System Sale Price: Too low to display
	Whether you are viewing a premium-quality 2D picture or seeing incredible 3D depth, images are breathtakingly real in Samsung Full HD. Combine with a 3D TV and 3D active shutter glasses to view the latest Hollywood 3D titles or amplify your viewing experience by up converting 2D content to immersive 3D.

Designing and installing a custom home theater audio and video system in the privacy of your own residence can transform the manner in which you experience cinema, music, your favorite television shows and more.

There are a multitude of choices to ponder when buying quality home theater system components - and thankfully today there are numerous options when it comes to planning, installing and purchasing home theater audio video equipment and accessories. For instance, wireless home theater systems and speakers have become more popular in recent years, as they offer greater style and compactness, and allows for a more spacious home theater room; also prepackaged home theater systems in a box are promoted as being an easy introduction to home theater audio video systems. Home theater stores are also willing to combine top quality individual parts (such as custom home theater projectors, speaker systems, DVD players, receivers and screens) in whatever way you choose, and for cheaper than you might expect.

Additionally, building your own custom home theater system is increasingly simple and cost effective. A multitude of home theater literature can be found on the internet which provide useful information on home theater design and installation: containing simple instructions like home theater designs and planning recommendations, sound system layouts ( surround sound included), do it yourself wiring schemes and recommended custom home theater components.

Websites can also provide you with expert-quality home theater reviews on products from high street companies such as Sony, Yamaha, Panasonic, Pioneer, Bose, Onkyo and Samsung - often complete with photo galleries - so that you stay informed whether you choose to buy online or not.

If you have a custom home theater idea you are unsure about, or simply want to discuss, you may also find it valuable that a lot of these websites contain forums in which you can exchange ideas and suggestions with others planning to build their own home theater. Whatever home theater decisions you make, the internet is an important resource that can supply aid and be a fantastic tool for choosing the best components for your home theater audio video room.

Buying or creating a custom home theater may be more than just a purchase - it can turn into a lifestyle! This is reflected in the vast array of home theater accessories and furniture.

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.

	Elitech 92" Electric Motorized Projector Projection Screen with Remote 16:9 HDTV Format High Contrast Grey Sale Price: $169.95
	This is a brand new Elitech premium electric screen for people who love to watch movies, sports and playing video games. It is the flagship of Elitech premium quality electric screen specially designed for home theater usage...

	FAVI HD-100 16:9/100-Inch Electric Projector Screen Sale Price: $199.00
	Amazon's highest rated & reviewed projection screen in 2011. The 100" motorized projector screen by FAVI includes two remote controls, built-in L bracket for easy ceiling or wall mounting, 1.3 gain, 16:9 aspect ratio and matte white material.

	FAVI HD-150 16:9/150-Inch Electric Projector Screen Sale Price: $509.00
	FAVI's 150-inch electric projector screen allows for a truly amazing home theater experience. Our electric screen series incorporates smooth coiling technology moving your screen up and down evenly every time...

	FAVI 16:9/120-Inch Electric Projector Screen (HD-120) Sale Price: $257.00
	Extremely quiet electric motor with up, down and stop buttons. Also includes adjustable top and bottom auto stop limiters.

	Ultimate Access/Series V HDTV Format - Projection screen (motorized, 110 V) - 119 in ( 302 cm ) - 16:9 - M2500 Sale Price: $4,023.25
	Marketing description is not available.

	Draper Paragon/Series V HDTV Format - Projection screen (motorized, 110 V) - 300 in ( 762 cm ) - 16:9 - M1300 - white Sale Price: $5,453.00

	Draper 116193 133-Inch High-Contrast Targa HDTV Motorized Screen (Gray) Sale Price: $722.38
	High contrast gray 133-inch Targa HDTV motorized screen with a  65-inch X 116-inch viewing area.

	Screen Innovations HDTV 110" Matte White 1.1 Theater Sensation Motorized Screen Sale Price: $1,949.00
	The luxurious 110-inch wide screen HDTV Motorized Sensation Series screen from Screen Innovations is the ultimate roll able projection screen solution for any home theater or business application. Each screen features wall or ceiling mounts along with 24" of extra black drop...

	Screen Innovations HDTV 100" Matte White 1.1 Theater Sensation Motorized Screen Sale Price: $1,649.00
	The luxurious 100-inch wide screen HDTV Motorized Sensation Series screen from Screen Innovations is the ultimate roll able projection screen solution for any home theater or business application. Each screen features wall or ceiling mounts along with 24" of extra black drop...

	Aosom 120" Diagonal 105"x60" Electric Hdtv Motorized Projector Screen Sale Price: $199.97
	This motorized projector screen is your ideal choice for home theater, conference room or classroom. The 16:9 screen is perfect for all you HDTV and DVD format video presentation. Remote control makes it easy to adjust the size of the screen...

	Panasonic RP-HJE120-K In-Ear Earbud Ergo-Fit Headphone (Black) Sale Price: $2.49
	Select Specifications Drive Unit (mm): 9 Impedance: 16 Sensitivity (dB/mW): 96 Max. input (mW): 200 Frequency Response (Hz-kHz): 20 - 20 Cord length (ft): 3.6 Weight w/o cord (oz): 0.14 In-cord Volume: No Miniplug (3...

	Panasonic RP-HJE120-D In-Ear Earbud Ergo-Fit Headphone (Orange) Sale Price: Too low to display
	Select Specifications Drive Unit (mm): 9 Impedance: 16 Sensitivity (dB/mW): 96 Max. input (mW): 200 Frequency Response (Hz-kHz): 20 - 20 Cord length (ft): 3.6 Weight w/o cord (oz): 0.14 In-cord Volume: No Miniplug (3...

	Panasonic RP-HJE120-R In-Ear Earbud Ergo-Fit Headphone (Red) Sale Price: Too low to display
	Select Specifications Drive Unit (mm): 9 Impedance: 16 Sensitivity (dB/mW): 96 Max. input (mW): 200 Frequency Response (Hz-kHz): 20 - 20 Cord length (ft): 3.6 Weight w/o cord (oz): 0.14 In-cord Volume: No Miniplug (3...

	Yamaha NS-AW150W 2-Way Outdoor Speakers (Pair, White) Sale Price: $59.98
	Yamaha's compact NS-AW150W bookshelf speakers provide an affordable way to enjoy your music or television programming on a deck or under a porch. You can bring them in during the cold months and set them up indoors, too: their high build quality and good sound lend them equally well to two-channel indoor listening...

	Panasonic RP-HJE120-S In-Ear Earbud Ergo-Fit Headphone (White/Silver) Sale Price: $2.23
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	Panasonic RP-HJE120-A In-Ear Earbud Ergo-Fit Headphone (Blue) Sale Price: $2.39
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You are reading this because you purchased some outdoor speakers and you need some guidance on hook up, right? Well then this is the article you have been looking for! In this session we will discuss the tips and techniques on hooking up your stereo/amplifier in your home to your outside sound systems. We will also give you some do's and don'ts along the way to make your install go that much easier.

Step one: place your stereo/amplifier in a convenient place. When I say convenient, I mean so that it can be accessed by you and your guests so that it can be easily operated. If you wish to control it with a remote then you will need to place it somewhere that it has direct line of sight to. If you don't want it messed with, then you will want to place it in a cabinet or on a shelf. Wherever you decide to place it, just make sure it has adequate space to dissipate heat. When they are in full operation they can create a lot of heat and heat build-up can destroy an amplifier in a short amount of time.

Step two: plan out your wire routing so that your wires from your outside speakers gets to your amplifier in the most direct way. What I mean by this, is that you want to keep your wire lengths as short as possible. This keeps the strain off your amplifier and prolongs its life. But I understand that if you have a big slab of concrete between your speakers and your amp, then you will be better off running the lines around rather than trying to punch a hole through the concrete. It is always best to make your wires hidden, no one wants to see stray wires just jetting out of the wall and draped across the floor. You will also need to make sure that you seal the holes you make to the exterior of your home or building with a high quality sealant. You can find these at your local home improvement center and you have many choices in grade and color, so you should be able to find what works for your application. This is a crucial step as moisture and pests can and will get into these holes no matter how small you think they are. Don't skip this step!

Step three: hook up the wires as described by your amplifiers manufacturer. Be sure to keep your polarity correct when hooking up to your outdoor speakers. Most speaker wire is marked with a stripe or color to help you keep this straight, so utilize it. You also will want to make sure that you are not putting too much load on the amplifier by putting too many sets of speakers on one line. For the most part you will be hooking up only one speaker per channel, but if you plan to do this, then you will need to read our article on hooking up multiple sets of speakers. But for now we will just concentrate on hooking up one pair. Check the ohm resistance on the speakers you have. 95% of them will be rated at 8ohms. The same applies to your amplifiers resistance capabilities, although some amps and speakers can have multiple resistance values for more flexible installations. Be sure you check your technical information that came with yours to be sure.

Step four: once you have placed your amplifier, run your wires, concealed them and sealed out the bugs and weather and after you have hooked everything up, make sure you have connected everything right. After you have done this you are ready to sit back, relax and turn up the volume of your favorite tunes relaxing out on your deck or patio!

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I have a sub and amp wired at 2 ohms, and want to know if I can add a pair of 4 ohm 6X9s Do they have to be 2?

Infinity Reference 12" Sub (2 or 8 ohms) wired at 2 . Infinity Reference 600w amp (2 or 4 ohms) wired at 2. I want to add Infinity Reference 6X9s, but the ones I found are the 9612i, which are 4 ohm speakers? Can I add them, or do they have to be 2 ohm speakers? I also want to add front car speakers, do these have to be 2 ohm as well?

You should not run the 6x9s on the same amp as your sub.
The sub woofers amplifier power should be reserved for low frequencies.

4 ohm speakers can be used in a 2 ohm amplifier circuit, but will reduce the effective power of the amplifier.

As for the question on ohms:
a parallel circuit will reduce the ohms of a speaker pair by half.
(Positives together, and Negatives together, side by side)
a series circuit will double the ohms of a speaker pair.
(Positive connected to Negative, with the speakers in a chain)

	Magnavox DV225MG9 DVD Player & 4 Head Hi-Fi Stereo VCR with Line-in Recording Sale Price: $84.78
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There has been lots of talk about the CAVS Karaoke Players so we thought we'd take the time to test one of the more popular models. The DVD-203G USB has all the usual features like 2 mic inputs with echo, programmable song ordering, numeric keypad to access any number song, parental control, digital Key control and Voice cancelling on multiplex discs but here we'll cover pros and cons on important points of interest.

CONS

Professionals will not use the supplied microphone. To my ear, as a professional I like to use high quality mics so the singers always sound their best. That being said, the average “consumer ear” may find that the supplied CAVS microphone sounds just fine.

There are no fancy video graphics like you see with the 12" laser discs. What you get is backup tracks of CD quality music with the song's lyrics on your monitor or TV

There are several ala carte extras to consider before buying a CAVS DVD-203G USB as follows:

1. The unit has two mic inputs but only comes with one microphone as was mentioned above. You might want a second for all those duets.
2. Most packages include 1 disc (up to 1250 songs) so if you want more discs they can cost between $70 - $200
3. The USB port is for an external hard drive which is NOT included so that will cost $100+ depending on the size but you could fit up to 100,000 songs or more on the bigger ones.
4. An Audio/Video cable is included but any additional cables for example; SVideo, Coaxial or Optical cables will have to be purchased separately.
5. In order to make your own SCDGs you need additional software for around $49 or a deluxe version for $69 from the manufacturer.

PROS

1. The CAVS DVD-203G USB is an average sized components which fits nicely into a home entertainment system or pro rack. It can replace an AC3 Dolby Digital DVD Player and/or 500 CD Carousel. It easily hooked up to my TIVO via the front side AV inputs (White-Red-Yellow RCA plugs) but those without TIVO should look for the same jacks on their VCR or right on the TV. You can also use an S Video connection or the RCA A/V jacks on your home stereo and TV combo. The professionals use the mixer and video directly to a video monitor or video patch bay to sync multiple TVs.
2. Plays every format: DVD/VCD/SCDG/CD+G/CD/CD-R/CD-RW/MP3/JPEG/Kodak Photo CD
3. Excellent sound and arrangement Quality - We tested the Sweet Georgia Brown Magic Tracks with 1208 songs and the quality of the sound and the musical arrangements were excellent.
4. SuperCDGs can be played on your computer. Each retail disc comes with a self contained PC program which loads and plays the hundreds and thousands of songs allowing you to do a karaoke show with just your (DVD equipped) PC or Laptop.
5. It's possible to Make your own SuperCDGs from your old CD+G library or from your MP3 collection of non-Karaoke songs with the optional software.
6. With the CAVS DVD-203G USB Player you can also hook up to an optional CAVS 60, 160 or 250 Gigabyte hard drive for a whopping storage capacity of 100,000 songs.

For the Professional:

• Save Money from buying so many discs
• Save Time from changing discs between singers
• Save Pain from carrying hundreds of discs in cases
• Save the headache from dealing with scratched discs when you swap them out since the need to swap discs it virtually eliminated.
• Mix-Down allows you to make studio type output of your performance to an external recorder or computer

In Conclusion

The trade-offs do not outweigh the values. There were a few added costs for a hard drive and some additional SCDG discs but we now have an expandable system which plays SCDGs. With this unit, the only thing that sets the pros apart from the amateurs is the '7 Rules to Hosting a CAVS Karoke Party

Dan Heise has been a successful entertainer / keyboardist / bandleader / songwriter / singer / DJ and karaoke MC in New Jersey for over 37 years. Performing everything from high society affairs to boardwalk beach venues, Danny owns a CAVS DVD-203G USB SuperCDG Player and produces karaoke backing tracks. He is considered an expert on the installation, usability and technology that has driven Karaoke from concept to cultural phenomenon in only 25 short years. You may visit his site to find out more about the Karaoke Machine for Karaoke Maniacs at CAVS Karaoke Review. Dan uses this product and will be offering articles with very useful tips and tricks. Get a feed for the CAVS DVD-203G USB SuperCDG Players on the website: http://www.CAVSKaraokeReview.com

How do I hook up my new DVD/VCR to my tv/Comcast DVR cable box?

I have a new Sony dvd/vcr and cannot figure out how to hook it up to my TV (older Toshiba). I also have Comcast Moxie DVR which is hooked up to the tv as well. That is working fine; I just cannot figure out how to hook up the dvd player. Thanks! Kelly

Your television - unless it is really, really old - should have multiple input source options, with different cabling options (coaxial, composite (red, white, and yellow jacks/plugs), S-Video, component - maybe). If so, you would pick an appropriate output from the DVD/VCR player to match up and run the player in parallel to the DVR cable box. The TV remote would have a toggle switch to allow you go back and forth between input options.

If you have one and only one input to the TV (or, possibly, for other reasons), you can run the DVD/VCR in series between the DVR and TV. Connect your DVR cable box output to a DVD/VCR input jack and the DVD/VCR output to the TV input. You end up playing your DVR/Cable through your DVD/VCR player - a very common setup.

So check your television set input options, and your DVD/VCR input and output options to get an idea about what will work.

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With the increasing popularity of HDTV, watching a DVD movie at home is a great entertainment experience. The picture is sharp, clear, and vibrant. But what about the sound? After all, that is one of the real attractions of going to a movie theater, the wraparound sound that lets you hear every detail. So is there a way to bring that kind of audio into our homes too? Absolutely!

Actually surround sound has been around for a while now in one form or another, but it just never had a platform to bring it into the mainstream before HDTV and digital media like the DVD became so prevalent. But now by combining the right equipment, a person can actually very closely simulate the movie theater experience right in the comfort of their home whenever they want.

For surround sound, you will need three things, (1) a digital source that has surround sound already encoded into it such as a DVD or a HDTV broadcast, (2) equipment to decode that surround sound signal, and (3) at least 6 speakers including a subwoofer to take full advantage of the most popular 5.1 surround sound format. It's called 5.1 because it use 5 channels of sound to drive 5 separate speakers, and the .1 stands for the low-frequency subwoofer.

Once you have the equipment you need to establish a surround sound setup that will be right for your home. Much of the seating area will be determined by the size and type of TV that you have. If it is a 40" HDTV, which is a very common size, you can probably sit about 5-8 feet away and not notice any degradation in the picture quality. Just experiment with the seating distance until it seems comfortable though. Then the two front speakers usually flank the TV, but make sure that they are wide enough to form a triangle with the seating area so everyone will be in the sound sweet spot.

The two back speakers are often placed somewhere around the seating area and faced either to a side or rear wall. The middle speaker needs to be situated somewhere close to the TV, and the subwoofer can be put anywhere in the room that you like, since it puts out such low frequency bass that seems to come from everywhere.

Every room has different listening characteristics though due to it's configuration and furnishings, so feel free to experiment around until you find the combination that works best for you. A surround sound installation may seem challenging, but it's just simply getting the right equipment and placing the speakers where they produce the best overall sound.

Thad Pickering writes on many consumer related topics including audio and video. You can find out more about surround sound setup and surround sound installation by visiting our Home Theater website.

Best home theatre speaker system for movies and music. I want bass & clearness. I will spend 10 grand tops.?

Dynaudio Contour speakers all around. (1.4s and Contour Center and Dyn. subwoofer)

Meridian 861 Prepro.

Tosh HD-DVD player.

Used Bryston amps around 200 wpc.

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Info about vinyl/turntables. what is a good brand. What setup do you need..Speakers etc?

I want to start getting into vinyl. I heard the tones are amazing for music, but i dont have a clue where to begin. Do i need 1 or 2 turntables..What do you hook them up to..What kind of speakers do you need. Are certain tables better for rock..Any info would be helpful..Thanks

A couple of good brand names for turntables are Thorens, Sota, Riga, and Dual.

You only need 1 turntable, but you also need a good phono cartridge. High-end turntables usually don't come with preinstalled cartridges. (Really high-end turntables often don't include tonearms, either, on the assumption the buyer want to pick his own.) Good brand names for cartridges include Shure, Ortofon, and Sumiko. Make sure the cartridge has an elliptical (not spherical) stylus. Proper cartridge installation and alignment is not a job for first-timers. You need special equipment to ensure the stylus tip is in the right place at the right angle. So part of buying a turntable is specifying a cartridge and having your audio shop install it for you.

Unless your receiver or pre-processor has a dedicated phono input stage, you will need one of those as well. Many modern receivers leave out the phono stage on the assumption that most buyers don't use phono anymore. Phono signals direct from the cartridge are too low level to be amplified directly by a receiver, so you need a special preamp called a phono stage between the turntable and the receiver.

You can shop for all this stuff at the Needle Doctor.

You should be able to use the same speakers for vinyl as you do for CDs.

You may find an answer if you ask in the camcorder venue here

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Each type of technology used in making flat screen TV's is different and carries its own set of advantages and drawbacks. Learning and recognizing those qualities will enable you to make the best choice possible when shopping for you new Plasma, LCD or DLP TV screen.

Plasma TV screens have an advantage of automatic pixel shift technology, which gives the plasma screen a resistance to being damaged by burn in. Of course, the best prevention for decreasing burn in onto your TV screen is not to allow an image to sit on the screen for any length of time.

Plasma TV's are able to create deeper blacks and even better contrast. Plasma also has the advantages of response time, in depth color and is available in larger screen sizes than any other current technology.

In plasma TV screens, the size usually starts at 42 inches and upwards. However, a plasma TV does generate more heat and is more prone to display dysfunctional problems due to its change in temperature.

Since Plasma TV's are temperature sensitive, some of them suffer performance problems at high altitudes. Although some manufactures produce plasma TV's that are compatible with high altitudes, but they are more expensive that standard made plasma TV's.

The average screen size of plasma TV's vary from 32 inches to 63 inches, with a 160-degree angle of viewing. Plasma TV's are able to display rapid movement of a video and refresh as well as traditional TV's. Being heavier in weight a plasma TV may require the strong support of a weight-bearing wall while being mounted.

LCD has the advantage of not being inclined to respond negatively to high altitudes, although LCD technology has yet to produce a screen size of over 37 inches due to problems with bad transistors that distort a quality picture.

It is possible to use LCD TV screens as computer monitors, as they normally do not suffer burn in, though a ghosting of images may appear on screen due to a pixel charge being retained on the viewing screen. However, LCD TV is also prone to have problems displaying programming from satellite and cable signals.

LCD TV's have a lower contrast ratio that does not produce deep blacks. When their individual pixels burn out, the screen will be marred with tiny missing areas of white and black. Individual pixels cannot be replaced; therefore, the whole screen will need to be replaced.

LCD TV's are also less expensive and lightweight which makes for easier transport and installation. Many new LCD TV owners install their on sets easily thereby saving even more money relating to purchase of a new TV.

LCD TV's are able to maintain their option levels in well-lit rooms, as they do not reflect much light. LCD TV's also run cooler than plasma TV's.

Most consumers are satisfied with the quality of brightness of both plasma and LCD TV's. As far as thickness of the screens, a plasma screen can be as thin as three inches and an LCD screen can be as thin as two inches.

The estimated life span of plasma and LCD TV's seem to be a length of 15 years and up with normal viewing habits.

DLP TV's are usually less expensive than LCD or plasma TV's and they also have the advantage of creating the best quality of picture. DLP TV is also able to HDTV at its fullest resolution. Moreover, they usually do not require maintenance. However, there have been noticeable rainbow effects in the DLP components that employ certain color wheels, as well as DLP having a limit of angle view.

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