| If you're ready to buy a home theater audio system | | | | thinking about the experience your are looking for |
| here are some tips to help you find the right system | | | | when you set down with your partner and a big bowl |
| for you. | | | | popcorn. Do you want the experience of the theater |
| Spend a little time in the room where you are planning | | | | with surround sound? Will you be watching mostly |
| to put your new audio system. Whether you know it | | | | movies? |
| or not the room is a large component in your home | | | | Spend some time during research to get as much |
| theater system. Consider whether or not this room will | | | | information as possible about home theater audio |
| be used solely for the system or will also be used for | | | | systems before you buy anything. You can find out |
| other family activities. This will also help you decide if | | | | information from friends, family, trading consumer |
| there any considerations with regard to the size of the | | | | magazines as well as home theater system forms. |
| components and speakers you plan to buy. | | | | Go back and take a look at the drawing room once |
| You might want to draw a map of the room where | | | | you have your research. Now you should be in a |
| you plan to install the audio system which includes all | | | | position to determine exactly what you want and |
| the furniture as well as the components and speakers. | | | | need. |
| Measure the room and make a list of all of the inputs | | | | There are some good deals out there but the trick is |
| that you currently have and will need to use. Also | | | | to become an expert on home theater audio systems. |
| make a list of the inputs you intend to add for the new | | | | Large electronic department stores offer promotions |
| audio system. Write down which components will need | | | | but online manufacturers can offer lower mark up than |
| cables and wires. All this should be worked out prior to | | | | retailers. |
| going to the store to purchase a new audio system. | | | | Consider the size of your room and the size of your |
| Think about how you will arrange a room for the best | | | | TV. You want to have balance. If your TV is too large |
| picture and sound by reducing screen glare and hard | | | | you only see details of the screen and not the image. |
| surface reflections. It's very difficult to see the TV | | | | If it is too small you might feel like you're sitting in a |
| picture when light is reflecting off the screen. | | | | nosebleed section. |
| Furthermore, audio does not sound very good when it | | | | Take your time and do your research and you'll find |
| reflects off of bare walls and windows. | | | | the perfect home theater audio system to meet your |
| Sit down on your couch and spend a few minutes | | | | needs. |