Our Home Theater Expert
Robert Silva
Home Theater Expert
Home Theater Essentials
Home Theater Categories
Readers Recommend
View More
The Latest in Home Theater
What The Term "Progressive Scan" Means
Progressive scan is a system in which the image is displayed on a screen by scanning each line (or row of pixels) in a sequential order rather than an alternate order, as is done with interlaced scan. Read more...
panasonic-tc-l42e60-front-bbb.jpg - Photo © Robert Silva - Licensed to About.com
January 31st 2015 Is National TV Safety Day!
January 31st 2015 Is National TV Safety Day - but make sure everyday is TV safety day in your house. Find out more...
Yamaha BD-A1040 3D/Network Blu-ray Disc Player - Front View with Included Accessories - Photo © Robert Silva - Licensed to About.com
Photos the Yamaha BD-A1040 Blu-ray Disc Player
As a companion piece to my review of the Yamaha BD-A1040 3D Network Blu-ray Disc Player, I have assembled some close-up photos of the unit, focusing on its connections and controls, as well as a sampling of its menu screens.
HQV Benchmark DVD Video Quality Evaluation Test Disc - Test List For BD-A1040 Review - Photo © Robert Silva - Licensed to About.com
Measuring the Video Peformance of the Yamaha BD-A1040 Blu-ray Disc Player
The Yamaha AVENTAGE BD-A1040 Blu-ray Disc Player provides extensive disc playback versatility and the ability to stream content from the internet and connected home network. Check out how well this player performs basic video processing tasks.
Yamaha BD-A1040 3D/Network Blu-ray Disc Player - Front View with Included Accessories - Photo © Robert Silva - Licensed to About.com
The Yamaha AVENTAGE BD-A1040 Blu-ray Disc Player Reviewed
The YAMAHA AVENTAGE BD-A1040 Blu-ray Disc Player provides Blu-ray 2D/3D, DVD, CD, SACD, and DVD-Audio disc playback, as well as the ability to stream audio/video content from the internet, media content from your PC, and directly from compatible portable devices via Bluetooth and Miracast. To find out if this player is the right one for your home theater setup, read my Review.
Panasonic DMP-BDT360 3D and Network Blu-ray Disc Player - Front View with Included Accessories - Photo © Robert Silva - Licensed to About.com
Home Theater Gift Ideas For That Special Someone
Don't settle for giving jewelry, flowers, candy, or lingerie on Valentine's Day, Christmas, anniversary, or birthday. If you are looking for that special romantic gift, consider a home theater related one. Check out my suggestions.
Samsung UN55H6350 LED/LCD Smart TV - Photo - Front View - Hedge - Photo © Robert Silva - Licensed to About.com
Do You Really Need an HDTV In a Home Theater Setup?
OK, so you want to put together a home theater, but you also want to save some money. You still have an old TV that still looks good, so do I really need an new HDTV?
Second and Third Zone Audio/Video Outputs - Yamaha RX-V2700 Home Theater Receiver - Photo © Robert Silva - Licensed to About.com
Multi-Zone Capability in Home Theater Receivers
The Home Theater receiver is being called on to do more and more, from simple connection to both analog and high definition audio and video sources.
tablo-metro-antennas-a.jpg - Image provided by Nuvyyo
Nuvyyo Adds Tablo Metro To Its OTA DVR Product Line
Nuvyyo's Tablo Metro DVR Provides Built-in Antennas for OTA Recording - check out the details.
zvox-audio-sound-base-system.jpg - Image Provided by ZVOX Audio
ZVOX Audio Announces Two New SoundBase Audio Systems for 2015
ZVOX Audio, pioneers in the Sound Bar revolution, has added two new under TV audio systems for 2015, the SoundBase 350 and 450. Check out the details.
Onkyo PR-SC5508 Preamp/Processor - Photo Provided by Onkyo USA
The Definition of a Preamplifier
A Preamplifier is a device in which the user can connect all audio or audio/video source components (such as CD or DVD players). The preamplifier then can switch between sources, process audio and, or video, but also supplies an output signal to what is referred to as a Power Amplifier. Read more...
miracastlogo-a.jpg - Image provided by Panasonic
How Miracast Can Expand Your Home Entertainment Experience
Miracast wireless connectivity is a new tool that can be used in a home theater environment. Find out what it is and how it can enhance your home entertainment experience.
sharp-uh30-series-4k.jpg - Image provided by Sharp, USA
Check out a preview of Sharp's 4K Ultra HD TV Line for 2015
Sharp is taking a deeper plunge into 4K in 2015, Check out what they have to offer in their forthcoming Ultra HD TV line.
onkyo-ht-s7700-system-and-receiver.jpg - Images provided by Onkyo USA
What is a Home Theater-in-a-Box?
There are many products that can come together to put together a home theater, however, if you want to setup up a home theater the really easy way, consider a home theater-in-a-box. For more details, read: What Is Meant by "Home Theater-In-A-Box"?
tivo-mega-front-rear-ces2015.jpg - Photo © Robert Silva - Licensed to About.com
TIVO's MEGA Is The DVR To End All DVRs...Or Is It?
Forget about that VCR, DVD recorder, or cable/satellite DVR - The TIVO MEGA Outdoes Them All.
Previous
1
2
3
4
© 2015 About.com — All rights reserved.