A great way to see all the popular movies and save money in the long run is to build a home theatre system. With so many options available, flat screen LED televisions, plasma TVs, Optoma projectors, etc all that is really needed is for the family to create a budget, decide on the theme of their theater and sketch out a layout of the equipments and seating that will take full advantage of the room you are going to dedicate to it. As you go through all the available options, just remember that not every piece of equipment is compatible with everything else so you probably will want professional help.
Do not go off to buy your equipment without first having established your budget. The equipment used for home theatres varies wildly in price; make your budget and stick to it. Remember, it is easy for the salespeople to tempt you into buying a bigger and better sound system, more advanced Optoma projectors or a larger TV; the options seem to be unlimited.
When you create your budget, don’t spend too much time on the technicalities. Once you have your budget; then begin to look for equipment that will stay in budget and give you the greatest experience for the money. First, decide whether the display device will be a projector and screen or a wide screen TV. Usually it is the size and shape of the room that will dictate this. A huge screen can be overwhelming and awkward to view in a small room, conversely a TV can be difficult to see in a large room. You must at this time decide on the sound system, if it is built in to the video device, it may not be satisfactory.
Take your time, research the various manufactures web sites; compare the various brands and models against one another. One of the best ways for a novice to select the right equipment is to read the many customer review sites that are on the internet. As you work your way through all the variables, start to create a short list of products and then make your purchase decisions. There are many specialty stores and online stores that carry everything you will need to have a great home theatre on a budget.
