Home Theater DIY - Do-It-Yourself Connection and Setup Projects

One problem that has cropped up in home theater is Audio Video Synchronization. Sometimes you may notice that the audio soundtrack is slightly ahead of the video image when watching a high definition cable/satellite program or upscaled DVD/Blu-ray Disc video on an HDTV. This is especially noticeable on close-ups of people speaking. It is as if...

With high gasoline prices, expensive air-fares, and high theme park ticket prices, getting away for the summer is more difficult these days, especially if you have a family. If you are facing discontent on the homefront because of your inability to take your clan on summer vacation, why not add a little adventure and excitement at home on those...

If you are having trouble understanding how to connect all of your home theater components, check out this useful visual guide from the CEA (Consumer Electronics Association), sponsors of the Annual CES (Consumer Electronics Show).

A simple how to on cleaning your vcr tape heads, head drum, and other parts inside your VCR.

In the following article I explain some options that will make connecting your DVD recorder and VCR to your TV easier.

Blu-ray is definitely catching on as an integral part of the home entertainment experience. For those that have an HDTV, Blu-ray is easy add on the video connection front, but getting the most out of Blu-ray's audio capabilities can sometimes be a little confusion. To find out different options for connecting the audio output of a Blu-ray Disc...

Although HDMI carries audio/video signals using a single cable connection, one issue is that it is effective only over short distances, unless signal boosters are employed. This is a problem when using HDMI in home theater and whole house audio/video installations where connection distances of up to 100 feet or more may be required. To solve...

If you are confused by all the different connectors needed to set-up your home theater system, then check out this useful photo gallery and explanation of common home theater connectors.

A simple how to on hooking up your vcr or DVD recorder to a television that has a PIP (picture-in-picture) function, if you don't have a cable or satellite box and the television has a single tuner.

Setting up a home theater can be complicated for many, but others have it all figured out. Tell us how you set-up your home theater system.

Super Bowl Sunday is the most popular the annual unofficial U.S. national holiday. Most of those that can't attend the game in person, will be watching it at home. In order to fully appreciate the Super Bowl, you need an HDTV and Home Theater System. How do you set up for watching the Super Bowl?

As 3D continues to make inroads into the home theater and home entertainment environment, consumers are faced with upgrading their TVs and adding or upgrading to a 3D Blu-ray Disc player. However, what about that home theater receiver? Find out how to connect a 3D Blu-ray Disc Player to a non-3D Home Theater Receiver.

Sometimes there are glitches when using HDMI. To find out what to do when your HDMI connection doesn't seem be working, read my article: How To Troubleshoot HDMI Connection Problems.

Check out some great tips on how set up a home theater system to enjoy March Madness basketball.

Media Room For Home Theater - I often get questions on how to go about installing a custom media or home theater system. Although the information provided on this site is informative in explaining home theater basics, what is available to use in your media or home theater room, how to shop for your home theater components, and how to connect and...

Watching TV used to be really easy in the "good ole' days". You turned on the TV, adjusted the "rabbit ears" and tuned in the channel you wanted to watch. Then came cable and pay TV, then satellite, and now we also have FIOS and Internet. Many of us access our TV programming from one or more of these options. However, which one is your favorite?...

Since the early days of television, viewers have eaten while taking in their favorite TV programs and movies, from the Swanson TV Dinner to Buffalo Chicken Wings, enjoying a tasty snack or a full meal has become a part of the TV, and now, Home Theater, viewing experience. With that in mind, do you eat while watching TV or enjoying your home...

Buying a TV used be simple. The only type of TV available was a CRT (picture tube) TV, and largest screen size commonly available was 35 or 36-inches, with that rare 300 pound, 40-inch, monster. However, these days, TVs not only come in several different technology types, such as LCD, Plasma, and DLP, but there is an increased abundance of large...

Check out three ways to copy VHS to DVD.

if you are assembling a collection of independent components, the task may seem a little more complicated, but actually follows the same general outline as a prepackaged system. In a basic setup that includes an television, AV receiver, a DVD player, and a VCR (or DVD recorder), here is an example of one approach, which is illustrated in...

DVD is becoming so popular that many consumers are either putting units in kids rooms and offices or otherwise connecting them to older or second TVs that do not have the proper audio/video inputs. However, there is a solution to this dilemma - the RF Modulator. The following step-by-step illustrates how you can use an RF modulator to connect your old TV with your new DVD player.

DVD is becoming so popular that many consumers are either putting units in kids rooms and offices or otherwise connecting them to older or second TVs that do not have the proper audio/video inputs. However, there is a solution to this dilemma - the RF Modulator. The following article shows how you can use an RF modulator to connect your old TV with your new DVD player.

The Olympics is the most comprehensive athletic event ever. To get the most out the Olympics TV viewing experience, you need an HDTV and Home Theater System. Check out some practical setup tips for the best homebound Olympics viewing experience.

Super Bowl Sunday is the most popular the annual unofficial U.S. national holiday. Check out some useful tips on how to prepare for the best homebound Super Bowl viewing experience.

As April 29th, 2011, the Royal Royal Wedding Day for Prince William and Kate Middleton, approaches, TV viewers around the world are putting together their plans to watch the big event. However, is your TV and Home Theater ready for the task? Check out some TV and Home Theater setup tips that get you the best results for the big day.

Check out how to transfer 8mm film home movies (not to be confused with 8mm video tape) to video.

Using your PC as part of your home theater system.

A powerline adapter can use your household electrical wiring to connect your network media player to a router in another room of your house. What is a powerline adapter? Read about how a powerline adapter can bring the internet and your home network to anywhere in your home, and what you need to consider when choosing a powerline adapter.

Are you planning to install a whole house audio system? Before you get started, check out this great reference tutorial from Home Tech Solutions