Recent technological advances have made home theater systems cheaper and more affordable than ever. Prices for LCD, LED and plasma screens have been at their lowest point due to the production capacity of these devices. For beginning enthusiasts, this is a great time to invest in it.
There is some debate as to whether home theater projectors or TV-based displays should be used when it comes to home sound systems. Some purists argue that home theater projectors are the closest thing to a movie theater. Others say that when it comes to HDTV, TV-based screens like plasmas, LCDS, and LEDs have better resolution. Here are some of the advantages and disadvantages of home theater projectors compared to LCD, LED, and plasma:
o The projectors are light and cheap. Projectors are portable and can easily be placed anywhere in the room. They are significantly cheaper than LCDs and the like. These days, however, there are LCDs that start at less than $500 and if the price differences between a projector and an LCD or LED begin to diminish, there may be a shift to LED, LCD, and plasma television screens.
o The projectors are adjustable. Your screen display size can also be adjusted with a projector. You can have a white wall viewing room complete with your projector. Some projectors have their guides on how to use them optimally
or useful life. Projectors use lamps and bulbs that have a lifespan of between 2,000 and 8,000 hours. Some cheaper projectors have a bulb life of between 1,000 and 3,000 hours. This is an important consideration, especially if one is a frequent viewer.
or Visibility. Some projectors require low levels of ambient lighting during viewing. This means that during the day, a projector’s display quality may need some adjustment compared to LCD, LED and plasma.
Whichever the case, whether you choose projectors or plasmas, there are other considerations in your home theater system. After choosing your display vehicle, the next option would be your sounds. This again involves the size of your viewing room. Some people prefer a 2.1 setup, especially if the sound system is perhaps in their bedroom or a small private study room. Most opt for the 5.1 setup, especially if it’s a multi-service area like the living room or study.
There are many resources for you to check which technology suits your needs. The Internet is full of information that can help you get started with your home theater system.