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A selection of home theater links to specialized informative sites, audio and video manufacturers websites, and related industry links.

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Home Theater Related Links sorted by category:

Links Category Index:

• Projection Television

• Projector Lamp Replacement Sources

• Projection Screens

• Direct-view Display Systems

• Home Theater Design

• Satellite TV

• Home Theater Sound

• Home Theater Cables

• Related Industry Links

• General Information - HT Featured Sites

• More Interesting Sites

Just click on any of the above links to access the respective category.

Projection Television: 

 Manufacturers information and review sites:

• ELumens Corporation, Inc

• Philips Research - LCOS Projection Displays

• Mitsubishi HT System & LCD Projector - Video Projector Mitsubishi Presentations offers top of the line HT system components, LCD projectors, video projectors, multimedia projectors and DLP Projectors.
  http://www.mitsubishi-presentations.com

• DLP TV Buying Guide DLP TV reviews, DLP TV buying tips and view the top 10 DLP Projection TVs.
  http://www.dlptvreview.com

• Projector Buying Guide Projector reviews, LCD projector buying tips and view the top 10 data, video and DLP Projector models.
  http://www.projectorbuyingguide.com

• Texas Instruments - Digital Light Processing (DLP) Technology

• TWICE.com - Sony Unveils SXRD Projection Television Technology

• United Visual Tech Tips

• Whatis.com: Micro-electromechanical Systems

• 1st-Place-Video-Projectors: Your source for prices and reviews on new home theater video projectors and accessories.
  http://www.1st-place-video-projectors.com

• SCREENMAX.COM: Home Theater System & LCD Projector - Video Projector: For all brands of home theater system components, LCD projectors, video projectors, multimedia projectors and DLP Projectors, Beamer, Plasma & more.
  http://www.screenmaxx.com

Projector Lamp Replacement Sources

• Projector Lamp Source: A buyer's guide and comparison pricing tool for LCD/DLP projector replacement lamps.
  http://www.projectorlampsource.com

• Replacement Projector Lamps and Bulbs at AV Lamps
  Specialist supplier of projector lamps - search online for the replacement projector Bulb or lamp that you need.
  http://www.avlamps.co.uk

• AV Projector Lamps: Replacement lamps for any make and model of projector. Offer great prices. Free UK delivery and £5 off next order for every customer.
  http://www.avprojectorlamps.com

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Projection Screens: 

• Da-Lite product catalogue

• Draper product catalogue

• DRH product web-page

• DRH Projection screen fabric technical specs

• Goo Systems projection screen paints

• Stewart Projection screens

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Direct-View Video Display Technologies:

• How-Stuff-Works CRT

• How LCDs Work

• Plasma TV Science.org The Science behind Plasma TV & Display Technology: Plasma Television Reviews, Buying Tips and Plasma Screen TV Development.
  http://www.plasmatvscience.org

• PlasmaConcepts.com: A one stop shop for Plasma TV and LCD TV Solutions - offering great customer service and highly competitive prices.
  http://www.plasmaconcepts.com

• LCD TV Buying Guide Read LCD TV reviews, LCD television buying Tips and view the top 10 LCD TV Monitors.
  http://www.lcdtvbuyingguide.com

• DTVCity Plasma TV, LCD TV and DLP Televisions for any budget.  Loads of products reviews and useful buying tips included.
  http://www.dtvcity.com

• TV Mounts LCD Mounts Plasma Mounts
  ProTVMounts.com carries a wide variety of professional  TV mounts, LCD mounts, and plasma mounts at affordable prices.
  http://www.protvmounts.com/

• LCD TV Wall Brackets & Plasma TV Mount - TV Wall brackets for all makes and models of LCD and Plasma TVs
  including flat, tilting and cantilever mounts.
  http://www.tv-wall-brackets.co.uk/

• Flat Screen Televisions - Tips, information and resources for buying all types of flat screen televisions.
  http://www.flat-screen-televisions.net

 

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Home Theater Design related topics:

• Transmission of Sound 

• Canadian Building Digest-236:  Introduction to Building Acoustics

• Master-home-theater-design.com Easy-to-follow information to help you get started in home theater.
  http://www.master-home-theater-design.com

• Heimkino-technik.de: An online encyclopedia and a comprehensive article database provide loads of information on home cinema systems (in German). 
  http://www.heimkino-technik.de

• Home Theater Seating: HTmarket.com features the best selection of Home Theater seating including Berkline, Palliser, Coaster and more. Customize your seating by choosing fabric and leather options, power recline, and buttkickers. http://www.htmarket.com/home-theater-furniture-home-theater-seating.html

• Home Theater Seating and Speakers Are you looking for brand name speakers or a new leather couch? Speaker Central tells you what products are best.
  http://www.speaker-central.com

• Good Sounds Home Theater is a leading installer of audiophile and videophile theaters in South Florida.
  http://www.goodsoundshometheater.com

• Cinema Builder: A complete source to build and decorate your home cinema - from decorations & accessories, to HT building supplies, and related entertainment products.
  http://www.cinemabuilder.com

• TV viewing distance calculator:
  by MyHomeTheater.com

• CinemaSource - All about home theater seating 

• The Home Theater Magazine: For home theater related articles covering various aspects of home theater design.

• Home Theater Design: A complete eBook on how to design a Home Theater from a simple living room installation to a dedicated Theater room.
  http://www.home--theater.com

• Zobo.tv - Home Entertainment Centers - Specializing in home entertainment centers,  Zobo.tv are the source for home theater furniture, stereo cabinets, entertainment armoires.
  http://www.zobo.tv

• Home Theater Interiors Magazine @ electronics-and-appliances.com: From buying to building state of the art entertainment systems Audio Video Interiors is the...

• Home Decor Sites - Large Directory of Home Decor sites and tips.

• Blinds - Payless Decor sells custom-made discount blinds, shades & shutters. All sorts of window treatments from bamboo blinds and cellular shades, to vertical blinds and horizontal blinds.
  http://www.paylessdecor.com

• Home Theater Installation and Plasma Installation - for audio visual installations,  projector installations, board room installations, and audio visual equipment sales.
  http://www.audiovisual-installations.com

• Northwest Sound Acoustic Solutions - Manufacturer of high quality acoustics treatments for home theater, recording studios and more. Custom products available.
  http://home.comcast.net/~nwsoundacousticsolutions

• Tactile transducers manufactures sites:
  Aura Systems Inc.
  Guitammer Company Inc.
  Clark Synthesis

• Home theater decor resource websites, home theater furnishings, theater lighting, etc:
  Home Theater Decor
  Home Theater Interiors

• Leather Home Theater Seating - HT Seating: Focusing on leather type home theater seating.
  http://www.home-theater-reviews.co.uk

• Home Theater Accessories Resources A guide to home theater accessories - everything from cables to HDTV.  Learn how to improve your home theater system through accessories.
  http://www.home-theater-accessories-resource.com

• Movie Posters  Allmoviesposters.com has wide range of high quality movie posters - ranging from affordable originals to inexpensive replicas.
  http://www.allmoviesposters.com
   

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Satellite TV:

• Best Free Satellite TV - A source for delivering you options in home theater systems, satellite TV systems and Internet deals.
  http://www.best-free-satellite-tv.com

• Direct TV Tips & that you shouldn't miss to get your Best Price Direct TV Deals! A buyer's guide to Direct TV that will help you save your hard earn $$

• OnSat Magazine Online - Free online TV listings for your C-band, DirecTV or DISH Network satellite system; offering satellite news, forums and tech tips. http://www.onsat.com

• SatCure Satellite & Digital TV (UK): An interesting website resource for satellite TV and related accessories.
  http://www.satcure.co.uk

• RV Satellites from Talco Electronics, a leader in providing RV satellites and RV satellite accessories.
  http://www.talcoelectronics.com

• Satellite TV Dealers: Compare satellite TV dealers. Review systems and services from Dish Network and DirectTV.
  http://www.satellite-tv-dealers.com
  

 

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Home Theater Sound

• Proacousticsusa.com for fine ceiling speakers, in-wall speakers, outdoor cabinet speakers, audio stereo sub-woofer speaker systems, and sound systems for commercial and residential applications.
  http://www.proacousticsusa.com

• Home Cinema Speakers Reviews and more at Home Theater Reviews

• PSB Speakers - Music and Home Theater Loudspeakers
  http://www.psbspeakers.com

• Stereo Speakers from Anthony Gallo Acoustics: Hi-Fi surround sound speakers for your stereo, computer and home theater.
  http://www.roundsound.com
   

• Dolby Laboratories: A reference to Dolby System

• Home Acoustics Alliance: Site dedicated to home theater calibration; contains information and a listing to over 600 certified calibrators.
  http://www.homeacoustics.net

• Audio News & Information from AudioWorld: Covering professional audio, high-end and hi-fi audio, home theater, automotive sound, desktop audio, audio networking, MP3 and multi-channel audio.
  http://audioworld.com/

• Go2Audio: A comprehensive directory related to audio, including hi-fi and home theater, pro audio, the audio and music industries, Internet and broadcast radio.http://go2audio.com

• AudioFile Home: The online resources for audio and home theater.

• Dynamic Sound Systems Featuring amplifiers, DVD, CD, receivers, home entertainment furniture, speaker stands, wired speakers, etc.
  http://www.surroundsolutions.com

• Bose Info - Your #1 Place For Bose And Home Theatre - Bose articles and resources

• Stereo Speakers - High-end Stereo Speakers with CES Awarded Wireless Speakers solutions.

• Audio Hifi Speakers, Amplifiers and Cables
  HiFidelityAudio specialize in Audio Hifi Speakers, Amplifiers and Cables for both the small home audio setup and full studio sound.

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Home Theater Cables

Miscellaneous Information:

• Glossary of Audio and Video connector terms

• SCART Plug Pin description

• Wire Gauge Conversion

In-Wall home theater wiring:

• How to Hide the Wires (Crutchfield Advisor) 

• Speaking of Wire(Home Theater Mag. - from the Archives) 

Recommended Home Theater Cable Suppliers:

For a full range of high quality audio and video home theater cables, speaker wire and connectors, A/V cable kits, and premium game cables for Playstation2 and XBOX™, check at:

• BetterCables.com

• Monster Cable
  Available from various online suppliers; to see the full range of Monster Cables at amazon.com click here.

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Related Industry links:

• Associations

AES: Audio Engineering Society
ANSI: American National Standards Institute
CEA: Consumer Electronics Association
CEDIA: Custom Electronic Design & Installation Assoc.
CSI: Construction Specifications Institute
ICIA: International Communications Industries Assoc
IEEE:Institute of Electrical and Electronic Engineers
EIA: Electronics Industry Association
ISF: Imaging Science Foundation
NECA: National Electrical Contractors Association
NICET: National Institute for Certification in Engineering Technologies
NSCA: National Systems Contractors Association
PARA: Professional Audio/Video Retailers Association
SAC: Synergetic Audio Concepts (Syn-Aud-Con)
SID: Society for Information Display
SMPTE: Society of Motion Picture and Television Engineers
THX Technical Library

• Forums

AV Science
The Big Picture DVD
diyAudio.com

AVRevForum.com - Discussion area for all things related to home theater and audiophile; with the participation of some of the world's foremost experts and helping real-world enthusiasts.
 

Home Entertainment Center: TV, Stereo, VCR & DVD - A DoItYourself.com community forum

• Magazines

Archi-Tech Magazine
Audio Video Interiors
AV Video
Cepro
CCTV Focus Magazine
Church Production Magazine
Construction Specifier
Defense News
Engineering News-Record
Home Theater Magazine
Presentations
Sound & Video Contractor Magazine
Sound & Communications Magazine
Stereophile Guide to Home Theater
Systems Contractor News Magazine
Widescreen Review

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General HT Information - Featured Sites:

• Big Picture Big Sound -  Home theater site features news, how-to articles, equipment reviews and trade show reports, plus movie reviews of the latest films in theater and on DVD.
  http://www.bigpicturebigsound.com

• http://avrev.com/ reviews high performance home theater gear, everything HD DVD and Blu-ray, new music, new movies etc...

• Advice and Info for Home Theater Systems - Offers tips on selecting HT components. Also includes room design, HDTV, satellite TV and installation information.
  http://www.home-theater-systems-advice.com

• Interstar Home Theater - Specializing in Home Theater Design and Installation, Flat Panel, LCD, and Plasma TV Installation, In-wall and In-ceiling Speaker Installation, DIRECTV HD, and Commercial Installations.
  http://www.interstartv.com

• Our Home Theater - home theater resources galore!

• Home Theater Guide - Home theater reviews and a guide to home theater equipment.
  http://home-theater-guide.net

• Home Theater Focus  - An independent consumer information guide to home theater shopping.
  http://www.hometheaterfocus.com

• Consumer Electronics at Dannies Electronics - Import and Export of all type of consumer electronics - compare prices and buy at Dannies Electronics.

• Plex Home Theater - Buy home theater equipment such as plasma televisions, lcd televisions, and home theater projectors. http://www.plexhometheater.com

• Home Cinema Systems in Phuket - H3-Digital are a smart home systems integrator with extensive experience of home cinema, distributed audio and home automation.
  http://www.h3-digital.com

• Reel Exchange - Free classified ads for both filmmakers and film collectors - a place where to sell, buy or exchange used items related to film and TV equipment.
  http://www.reelexchange.co.uk

• A OK Movies- A great resource for your movies needs and questions!
  http://aokmovies.com

• A1 Home Theater - for tips and resources for setting up your own home theater.

• Custom Installers Of  Home Theater and Automation - Custom Installation of Smart Wiring, Home Theater, Multi Room Audio, Security and Lighting Control

• Digital Home Entertainment Directory
  http://www.digitalhomepicks.com

• FB Home - An excellent home resource
  http://www.fbhome.com

• Illuminations Lighting Design Specializes in the design and installation of home automation, Audio/Video solutions, lighting control systems and home theaters.
  http://www.illuminationslighting.com

• Glossary of Audio and Video connector terms

• 3Dlens.com - Fresnel lens, Polarizer
  Buy fresnel lens, polarizer, infrared fresnel lens, OHP fresnel lens at low wholesale price.

• Early Cinema Timeline

• Howstuffworks: Electronics

• HyperPhysics Concepts: A continually developing base of instructional material in physics

• Seating Concepts: Theater Seating Solutions

• Theater Tour: Photographs & history of Los Angeles movie palaces

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