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 | Welcome to the Weekend Edition of the About.com Home Theater Newsletter. First up, Epson has announced a new very-affordable video projector. Also, check out what you need to know about digital media formats. In addition, don't forget to buy Mom a home theater gift for her special day. Follow Me On Twitter and Facebook | |
Epson PowerLite Home Cinema 710HD 3LCD Projector - Profile
 The PowerLite Home Cinema 710HD is the latest entry level home entertainment video projector from Epson. The physical design features a sleek appearance, with the lens mounted located near one side. On the inside, this projector features a 3LCD chip assembly, (1920x1080) 720p native pixel resolution, puts out an impressive 2,800 lumens of light output, with a 3,000:1 stated contrast ratio. With a strong light output, the 710HD can be used in rooms where some light is present, and can also be used in both home and classroom/business settings...For more details on whether the Epson PowerLite Home Cinema 710HD might be a good match for you, read my Product Profile. Photo (c) Epson
| All About Digital Media Formats
In the analog days things were simplier in audio and video. All we had to know was the difference between VHS and Beta, or a CD, cassette tape, and vinyl record, but now, in the digital world, we have to know terms like MP3, AAC, MKV, DivX, JPG, TIFF, etc... All these acronyms represent digital media file formats, and can seem very confusing. However, it is necessary to become familiar with them in order to make sure that the file formats that you want to play on your Network Media Player, Media Streamer, or other network connected TV and home theater system are compatible with those devices. For all the details, read our article Digital Media File Basics.
| Dolby Atmos - Are You Ready for 64-Channel Surround Sound?
What starts out at your local cinema eventually gets to your home theater, and that not only includes the movies, but both the projection and sound technology as well. On the sound front, Dolby Labs has announced its latest sonic upgrade for movie theaters: Dolby Atmos, which is slated to debut in a small number of theaters later in 2012, and if successful, will be installed in additional cinemas beginning in 2013. The key two key elements of the Dolby Atmos system...Read more
| Denon Announces Home Theater Receivers for 2012/13
 Denon has announced the first entries into its 2012/2013 home theater receiver line, the AVR-1513, AVR-1613, AVR-1713, and AVR-1913. At the top of the line, the AVR-1913 provides up to a 7.1 channel speaker configuration or 5.1 channel configuration when using the powered Zone 2 option, while the remaining receivers provide...Read more. Photo (c) Denon USA.
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