Installing the home theater system scares some people to death with just the thought of it. But we need to remember the best system in the world is only half as good as the set-up. Once we open the box, we are in it for the count - installation that we are preparing to do can provide us with the highest quality results, but only if it is done right. But, can we do the work ourself? Some "real good" projects have been done when a floor plan is drawn-out on grid paper, with small pieces of paper representing each piece of furniture. It works better than putting our back out because of moving the whole system across the floor half a dozen times.
There are many questions to think about when preparing to install our home theater. Will we be installing just a new high definition television and surround sound? Or, will you be installing an actual working theater with projectors, receivers, and screens? If desperate, home installation services are available to those that cannot do the work themselves, no matter what type it is. Myself, I would either consider this or bring a knowledgeable family member or friend over who makes it look easy and can put it all together in half the time.
If we have decided to be brave and put it together without any assistance, maybe purchasing a system already set-up would be a good idea. Installation of the home theater is extremely difficult and confusing when it comes to attaching and running the wires and cables of the speakers, television, DVDs, etc throughout the house. The home theater that is wireless can cut down on this if it within the budget. And don't forget by adding projectors, wide wall mounted televisions, and extra speakers make it even more difficult. Most people give up, needing to have a professional come in and install the system accurately. This will keep the installation process quite simple on your end (and you can be sure it is done correctly).
Installation of a home theater can be difficult if you do not have the right skills or tools once the physical installation is done and out of the way. What if it doesn't work or nothing is working correctly? Not everyone wants to be bothered with handling these problems or has the knowledge, after spending all day putting the system together. Purchasing a calibration DVD for about $40 is one way to professionally optimize the new system, by providing standardized, industrial test signals that will help us set the TV and receiver for their best quality output. The advantage of the DVD is the calibration can be redone on a regular basis, as the settings have been know to drift. The recalibrations can be done every six months, such as in the spring and fall, as changes in temperature can alter the settings.
Does it require a little thought? It sure does and the the last thing you need is to re-organize everything once you've set it all in place simply because you didn't take a little extra care in the initial set up.
In this article, we'll give you a brief overview of what's required during the initial home theater set up and what you should pay particular attention to.
Viewing Distance
Many don't pay much attention to tv viewing distance or where the speakers should go. The fact is, proper placement can enhance your whole viewing and listening experience so this is very important.
Television viewing distance has changed a little with the introduction of high definition. However, there is still a rule of thumb which should be adhered to. Sit too close or too far away from the screen and it can distort your perception of the image.
Our rule of thumb is at least two times the diagonal length of the television however, you may want to experiment by either shortening or lengthening this. Start by viewing at two times the length and then adjust either way until you are satisfied with the picture.
Speakers
Speakers are another matter. In some instances, speakers are given first consideration however, we like to place our tv screen first and then work around it. The tv screen size can have a significant bearing on how wide apart you place the speakers.
Room size is going to play an important part in home theater set up and be warned, you may not have the option of placing your speakers at their desired placement. One thing to avoid is placing speakers hard up against a wall and depending on room dimensions, they should be at least a couple of feet from the wall.
This is important for front speakers. Speaker placement will depend on how elaborate your system is and if you are a complete novice it will be worth the cost and effort to seek extra professional advice.
Home theater set up isn't just about viewing distance and speaker placement. It's also about furniture placement, room light, cable and wiring needs and power source. If you don't have the luxury of starting a room from scratch and want to transform an established area of your home then consider getting some expert advice. Cost aside, it will save you a lot of frustration in the long run!
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