Having a quality TV set and a comfy couch in front of it is a long way from enjoying the full experience of a home theatre. There’s a lot more to it, really, what with types of audio electronics, speakers and, well, most importantly – the TV itself. Further in the article, we’ve outlined a basic minimum to have, in order to brand a room a home theatre.
HDTV
Obviously, you’ll need a big TV set, or at least the largest you can manage. If you haven’t bought a modern TV yet and you plan on making a home theatre, it’s time you go browsing. The new models are not only better in terms of picture quality, but are also light and incredibly thin, which makes them perfect for your new entertainment room. Make sure you get a Smart TV, with the option of Wi-Fi so that it can easily be connected to other devices like laptops, desktop PCs and smartphones, as this will make your life a whole lot easier.
Speakers
A 5.1 surround system is something best experienced through home theatre. With a large TV screen to carry all the audio effects of the program you’re watching, you can rest assured that the entertainment experience with a quality sound system will be all that much more intense. There are various speakers of different shapes and sizes out there, so you don’t have to worry about affordability – there’s something for everyone.
Receiver
A place where audio and video meet, the value of a good receiver should under no circumstance be underestimated. Whatever you plug into your home theatre set, whether it’s a gaming console or streaming set-top box, is handled and organized by the receiver, so make sure you get a quality one.
Cables and Power
Admittedly, this does tend to be a bit of a nightmare, as is the case with anything including cables. You’ll need a lot of spare ones, so make sure you pick up at least one extra of each. As suggested by AV Clarity, a home theatre Brisbane-based company, this is what a typical home theatre usually consists of:
- A HDMI cable
- A component video cable
- A composite video cable
- An Ethernet cable
- A speaker cable
More advice? Labeling is your key to happiness. Keep your specs clear and visible, and it’ll be easier when you step your game up and start making upgrades for your home theatre system.
Soundbar
If you’re looking for a budget option, without the need of a receiver, you can always opt for a soundbar solution for your home theatre. If you’re using this technology, everything should be connected to the TV set and then output towards the soundbar you’ve chosen. Although these do dwindle in quality, in comparison to the full surround system, some models are only a couple of steps behind the latter and a lot more affordable.
So there you have it, these are the basics for getting your home theatre ready for full-on enjoyment. Experience TV, like never before!
