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May 16th - Free Over the Air HDTV |
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May 16, 2008 - 12:17 AM - by Braden Russell
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Today's Show:
If you look at our DVRs you will see that the majority of the recorded shows are of over the air networks. These are high quality programs that arrive at your home free of charge. All you need to watch them is an ordinary antenna. On today's show we will talk about what you need to begin enjoying high quality picture and sound free of charge. We hope to give you the information you need to begin enjoying HDTV for free! more...
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12 Screen Fabrics for Optimal Picture Quality |
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May 15, 2008 - 3:01 PM - by Steve Crowe
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12 Screen Fabrics for Optimal Picture Quality
Screen fabrics affect the picture quality of a projector -- make sure you have the right material for your install.
The surface you project an image on is critical to getting the best possible picture from your projector.
Additionally, many installations predicate the use of acoustically transparent screens, with the front speaker channels mounted behind them for maximum verisimilitude.
This raises a host... [Read More]
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993 Views
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Bland Basement Transformed into Family Theater |
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May 15, 2008 - 11:07 AM - by Chuck McKenney
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Bland Basement Transformed into Family Theater
By Steven Castle, copyright Electronic House
This design team overcomes several acoustical challenges to make this boring basement a fun, family-style theater.
It started as a basement. There was a low suspended ceiling, concrete walls and a fireplace made from blast rubble. And the owners wanted a simple home entertainment system. Oh, and they wanted a tin ceiling and tile floors.
... [Read More]
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1,842 Views
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The Evolution of TV Remote Controls |
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May 15, 2008 - 6:38 AM - by Chuck McKenney
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The Evolution of TV Remote Controls
By Scott Wasser, copyright Electronic House
It's hard to imagine life without remote controls, but it's been a long, strange path to the modern incarnation we know and love today.
The first TV remote in our house wasn’t ultrasonic, infrared, or even mechanical. It was me. During a typical evening of family television viewing, I’d burn more calories than in a month of junior high gym classes.
All of that took place... [Read More]
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953 Views
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Dish Loses HD Channels |
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May 14, 2008 - 2:55 PM - by Chuck McKenney
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Dish Loses HD Channels
By Rachel Cericola, copyright Electronic House
The satellite provider is cutting the cord with VOOM, replacing it with other high-def offerings.
Flipping through my channel lineup suddenly doesn’t take as long as it used to. Dish Network has dropped all of the VOOM channels from its lineup. According to EngadgetHD, 10 of them went dark yesterday, with the last five leaving the dial today.
... [Read More]
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4,315 Views
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19 Remotes For Your Home Theater |
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May 14, 2008 - 8:38 AM - by Jason Unger
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19 Remotes For Your Home Theater
A home theater or integrated home is not complete without a quality remote control.
Home theaters and integrated homes are more popular today than ever before.
Big-screen TVs, Blu-ray or DVD players, gaming consoles, surround sound speakers, lighting and more can bring the movie experience into your own home.
The anticipated entertainment that comes with installing a home theater, however, can be derailed with... [Read More]
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2,774 Views
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Samsung Develops 240Hz Blue Phase LCD |
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May 14, 2008 - 7:59 AM - by Chuck McKenney
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Samsung Develops 240Hz Blue Phase LCD
By Rachel Cericola, copyright Electronic House
The company is unleashing a new category, boasting an unprecedented image-driving speed.
Samsung is riding the Blu wave—and adding an “e” on the end. The company has developed a new LCD technology called Blue Phase. Samsung says it will double image quality to a whopping 240Hz driving speed, making it more life-like.
... [Read More]
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3,612 Views
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Venting Your Home Theater Equipment |
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May 14, 2008 - 7:04 AM - by Chuck McKenney
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Venting Your Home Theater Equipment
By Marshal Rosenthal, copyright Electronic House
A cool component is a happy component. These venting tips will keep your home theater running smoothly.
Any thoughts on what’s the number one problem with home theater components? If you didn’t say heat build up, don’t be surprised because few seem to realize just how problematic inadequate venting can be. Not only can this lead to a serious degradation in the... [Read More]
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1,970 Views
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11 Subwoofers for Your Home Theater |
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May 13, 2008 - 6:56 AM - by Chuck McKenney
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11 Subwoofers for Your Home Theater
By Dennis Barker, copyright Electronic House
These black boxes put the boom in your home entertainment system.
Most speaker companies now offer several subwoofers in their speaker lines going from the lowest amplification/smallest driver size to models rated at 1000 watts or more. Prior to the advent of home theater, subwoofers were few and far between. They were basically an esoteric product. Today, there are hundreds of models... [Read More]
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5,201 Views
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May 13th - Home Theater Heroes |
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May 13, 2008 - 1:32 AM - by Braden Russell
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Today's Show:
With Electronic House Magazine announcing their 2008 Electronic House of the Year awards, and Kobe Bryant winning the NBA MVP award, we thought it fitting to announce some sort of recognition ourselves. For the first time ever, we've decided to declare some 'Home Theater Heroes.' They are companies or individuals that we believe are doing the most to drive innovation in HDTV and Home Theater. We're either thankful for what they've done, are enjoying what they're doing, or are excited to see what they have in store. We know... [Read More]
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817 Views
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Panasonic Hollywood Lab - Good for Movie Studios, Even Better for Consumers |
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May 12, 2008 - 9:06 AM - by Chuck McKenney
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Panasonic Hollywood Lab - Good for Movie Studios, Even Better for Consumers
By Marshal Rosenthal, copyright Electronic House
The work done inside Panasonic's video research lab is displayed in their latest Blu-ray player and wireless home theater system.
The Universal CityWalk is just one part of the huge sprawling complex that NBC/Universal holds tight in Los Angeles. Sure there are shops, restaurants and an IMAX theater all leading to the theme park at the... [Read More]
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1,585 Views
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DIYer Designs on a Dime |
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May 12, 2008 - 6:36 AM - by Chuck McKenney
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DIYer Designs on a Dime
By Rachel Cericola, copyright Electronic House
Mike Falzon sniffed out good deals to deliver a beautiful, yet budget-friendly, home theater.
Mike Falzon is what we’d call a bargain shopper. While many could easily sink a hundred grand into a basement theater, this DIYer spent a lot of time with mind on his money and his money on his mind. The end result put his pennies—a lot of them—to the test.
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2,944 Views
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Soundproof Theater Fits Country Lifestyle |
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May 09, 2008 - 11:28 AM - by Chuck McKenney
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Soundproof Theater Fits Country Lifestyle
By Lisa Montgomery, copyright Electronic House
A quest for peace and quiet yields a completely soundproof theater.
Living in the country suits the owners of this custom-crafted theater. “They can get away from the noise of the city, sit on the back porch and gaze at the stars,” says A/V systems designer Harry Blanchard of HiFi House Group in Broomall, PA. In keeping with the owners’ desire for peaceful living, Blanchard and... [Read More]
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2,561 Views
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46 Tools You Need for A/V Installation |
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May 09, 2008 - 10:05 AM - by Jason Unger
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46 Tools You Need for A/V Installation
Do you have everything you need to succeed in your installation?
“It’s a poor workman who blames his tools,” the saying goes.
Regardless of that, it’s easier to do a great job if you have the right tools. Custom installation can be a dirty job, with lots of little details.
 ... [Read More]
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4,371 Views
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Over the Air HDTV – The Free Alternative |
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May 09, 2008 - 6:30 AM - by Chuck McKenney
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Over the Air HDTV – The Free Alternative
By Ben Hardy, copyright Electronic House
Frustrated with high cost, low quality HDTV? Here's how a simple antenna can lead you to the land of free HD.
Rate increases, HD-Lite, outages – there are plenty of reasons why subscribers get fed up with their HD service providers. What are the alternatives? Switch to another provider? That’s one solution, but it could simply bring its own set of problems unique to that service.... [Read More]
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5,296 Views
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