http://www.practical-home-theater-guide.com/home-theater-guide-blog.html The Practical Home Theater Guide Blog provides instant updates about anything appearing on practical-home-theater-guide.com, as well as timely home theater news and comments. Click here to subscribe. en-us home theater guide Thu, 11 Mar 2010 07:41:20 GMT Thu, 11 Mar 2010 07:41:20 GMT practical-home-theater-guide.com http://www.practical-home-theater-guide.com/panasonic-g15-plasma-tv-it-think-it-stinks.html I think it stinks,saved and researched for over a year before buying a 50-inch Panasonic G15. If I knew then what I know now,I would have gotten another Thu, 11 Mar 2010 07:41:14 GMT http://www.practical-home-theater-guide.com/happy-with-panasonic-video-products.html I am very happy with Panasonic video products, and they are reliable. As consumer you cannot expect any device to perform over time as brand new, there Wed, 10 Mar 2010 07:56:07 GMT http://www.practical-home-theater-guide.com/breakdown-of-panasonic-black-level-issue.html The problem involves Plasma TVs having premature heightening of black levels. These heightened black levels will cause an effected Panasonic Plasma model Tue, 09 Mar 2010 14:54:47 GMT http://www.practical-home-theater-guide.com/sears-warns-customers-about-fading-blacks.html While shopping for a plasma TV at Sears recently, the salesman discouraged us from looking at Panasonic plasma sets because Sears has had too many problems Tue, 09 Mar 2010 14:52:54 GMT http://www.practical-home-theater-guide.com/samsung-led-tvs.html Samsung LED 40 is good all ways except the movie effect is missing. The movie frame rate is 24 frames/sec, but in Samsung or others, the movie doesn't Tue, 09 Mar 2010 07:52:50 GMT http://www.practical-home-theater-guide.com/sony-tvs-are-better.html The Sony XBR8 has now dropped in price significantly; it is now right under 2 grand. It is a wide known fact that Samsung TVs crap out only months Tue, 09 Mar 2010 07:45:39 GMT http://www.practical-home-theater-guide.com/wow-samsung-all-the-way.html So what your telling me is there is no difference but price and of course where your loyalty lies. Well I was a big Sony fan but with the way the economy Mon, 08 Mar 2010 07:03:05 GMT http://www.practical-home-theater-guide.com/one-happy-samsung-pn58b860-owner.html I just love this review/comparison and after looking at both sets in various Electronic Stores I agree with your assessment. I opted for the 860 based Mon, 08 Mar 2010 06:59:16 GMT http://www.practical-home-theater-guide.com/projector-screens.html Understanding Projector screens: You may end up with too bright an image! Matching the screen gain with ambient light and projector output is critical for best result. Discover more in this guide. Thu, 04 Mar 2010 10:40:48 GMT http://www.practical-home-theater-guide.com/refurbished-electronics.html Are you looking for a cheap flat-panel TV? Buying a refurbished LCD TV or plasma television may be an option but... Read here to discover what you need to know about buying refurbished electronics. Thu, 04 Mar 2010 08:56:50 GMT http://www.practical-home-theater-guide.com/samsung-newled-tvs-pinpoint-dimming.html What is the difference with pinpoint dimming on the 2010 C8000 Samsung LED TVs, from backlit and edgelit LED TVs? Is this pinpoint dimming backlit? Sun, 28 Feb 2010 17:47:28 GMT http://www.practical-home-theater-guide.com/home-theater-pictures.html Home Theater Pictures: Get inspired to a great home theater! Discover what others have done to build their home theater masterpiece. Show off your home theater works on Practical Home Theater Guide. Tue, 23 Feb 2010 11:13:16 GMT http://www.practical-home-theater-guide.com/home-theater-new-york-style.html Stylish Home Theater:This Home Theater features some stunning images of New York City along with handsome columns to create smart yet playful theater environment.All Tue, 23 Feb 2010 11:11:39 GMT http://www.practical-home-theater-guide.com/comparing-apples-and-oranges.html The Samsung LED/LCD 6000 series 120 Hertz has a great price for the 40---$1199. Compare that PRICE to the Sony XBR series and that 240 Hertz even though Tue, 23 Feb 2010 11:05:11 GMT http://www.practical-home-theater-guide.com/contrast-ratio.html TV Manufactures are quoting mega contrast ratios for flat panel TVs and 50,000:1 for video projectors. It is as if there is no limit ...but do these BIG contrast ratio numbers really mean something? Tue, 23 Feb 2010 10:53:37 GMT http://www.practical-home-theater-guide.com/when-was-this-written.html It would be helpful to know the date of this very helpful review.... thx Mon, 22 Feb 2010 07:14:29 GMT http://www.practical-home-theater-guide.com/who-will-have-a-240hz-refresh-rate-70inch-or-bigger-3d-lcd-tv.html I`m looking to replace my 70 2006 Sony qualia kds-70q006 model for a 70 or bigger LCD with at least 240hz. Are there any in the pipeline? Sat, 20 Feb 2010 09:07:01 GMT http://www.practical-home-theater-guide.com/Projection-Screen.html AccusScreens pride themselves of making Home Theater affordable. This is no surprise - their projection screen range is among the most affordable. More in this projector screens review. Sat, 20 Feb 2010 08:50:49 GMT http://www.practical-home-theater-guide.com/buzz-is-really-drastically-different-between-these-two-plasma-tv-sets.html After several months with the Samsung B860, the buzz was intolerable. It was clearly audible from 12 feet away, and very directional. It would drive Fri, 19 Feb 2010 19:42:51 GMT http://www.practical-home-theater-guide.com/Draper-projection-screens.html Draper Projection screens offer a wide selection of screen surfaces and accessories. Discover what's on offer from this world leader in projection screen technology. Wed, 17 Feb 2010 18:50:10 GMT http://www.practical-home-theater-guide.com/da-lite-projector-screens.html Da-Lite projector screens offer a vast selection of screen surfaces and arrays. In this second part, we continue looking at the various Da-Lite screen surfaces for front projection. Wed, 17 Feb 2010 18:50:09 GMT http://www.practical-home-theater-guide.com/Da-lite-screens.html Da-Lite screens offer a vast selection of screen surfaces and arrays. Discover what's on offer from this world leader in projection screen technology. Wed, 17 Feb 2010 18:50:08 GMT http://www.practical-home-theater-guide.com/projection-screen-paints.html Projection screen paints help you transform any smooth paintable surface into a high performance projector screen. Goo Systems is one solution. But... Are these really worth it? Wed, 17 Feb 2010 18:50:07 GMT http://www.practical-home-theater-guide.com/Stewart-screens.html A high quality projector screen is the secret behind a great home cinema experience. Stewart screens offer quality, excellence, and unmatched image accuracy... Wed, 17 Feb 2010 18:50:07 GMT http://www.practical-home-theater-guide.com/elite-screens.html Elite Screens product catalog covers an extensive range of high quality yet affordable projection screens that comes in all forms of arrays and screen surfaces. Read her to discover more. Wed, 17 Feb 2010 18:50:05 GMT http://www.practical-home-theater-guide.com/elite-projector-screens.html Elite Projector Screens constitute an interesting projector screen solution for home entertainment. Available in various surfaces, Elite Screens represent solutions to any projection environment. Wed, 17 Feb 2010 18:50:04 GMT http://www.practical-home-theater-guide.com/home-theater-projector-screen.html Selecting the right home theater projector screen is critical for a great home cinema experience. This step-by-step guide renders the selection process a straightforward one. Wed, 17 Feb 2010 18:50:02 GMT http://www.practical-home-theater-guide.com/Projector-screen.html There is no magic Projector screen surface that performs well under all home theater conditions. Follow the criteria detailed in this guide to identify an optimum screen surface for your needs. Wed, 17 Feb 2010 18:50:02 GMT http://www.practical-home-theater-guide.com/Home-theater-screens.html Home theater screens are usually the last to be considered when setting up a home cinema. Many would choose among the cheapest available projector screens. BUT this is a BIG mistake... Wed, 17 Feb 2010 18:50:01 GMT http://www.practical-home-theater-guide.com/aspect-ratios-explained-from-cinerama-to-pan-and-scan-and-back.html Understanding the different Movie and Video Aspect Ratios:Cinerama: With aspect ratios of 3.0:1, 2.77:1, 2.75:1, and 2.59:1. When transferred to video Mon, 15 Feb 2010 14:19:26 GMT http://www.practical-home-theater-guide.com/dont-forget-hdmi-14-.html I'm waiting. There is always something new coming out, I know. But the new HDMI 1.4 protocol is debuting on players, receivers, and displays this year. Mon, 15 Feb 2010 13:50:30 GMT http://www.practical-home-theater-guide.com/panasonic-plasma-black-levels-fflores.html It is not good that Panasonic does not offer customer support. I was about to buy a Panasonic HDTV, but unless they come up with a solution, I will Sun, 14 Feb 2010 16:54:20 GMT http://www.practical-home-theater-guide.com/panasonic-v10-cancelling-order-now.html I have a 2009 Panasonic 58 Plasma V10 on backorder with Panasonic direct. I also was going to order today from Amazon a Panasonic 26 X1 LCD HDTV and Fri, 12 Feb 2010 09:40:02 GMT http://www.practical-home-theater-guide.com/panasonic-v-series-plasmas.html Was Preparing to own Panasonic 50 V series... this latest news almost stopped/postponed the decision. Can some one tell us what actually is the problem Fri, 12 Feb 2010 09:30:58 GMT http://www.practical-home-theater-guide.com/panasonic-plasma.html Panasonic Plasma TVs offer among the best black level performance we have every seen. But for how long does Panasonic deep black levels last? Fri, 12 Feb 2010 09:26:30 GMT http://www.practical-home-theater-guide.com/torn-between-samsung-great-picture-and-buzzing.html Our Samsung buzzes excessively. Very annoying. Service man did 'repair' but still buzzes as bad as ever. Offered to exchange our Samsung for V10. Torn Wed, 10 Feb 2010 12:13:51 GMT http://www.practical-home-theater-guide.com/Panasonic-plasma-TV.html The 2008 Viera line of Panasonic Plasma TV sets covers 16 models. Innovations are various, while picture performance is among the very best. More in this Panasonic plasma television round-up. Tue, 09 Feb 2010 10:14:01 GMT http://www.practical-home-theater-guide.com/index.html Lots of information at Practical Home Theater Guide: Comprehensive home theater design guides, home theater systems reviews, and installation advice to help you get started. Tue, 09 Feb 2010 10:14:00 GMT http://www.practical-home-theater-guide.com/is-a-bigger-lcd-tv-better-than-a-smaller-led-tv.html Which TV is better the 46 Samsung LED 240 hz or the 52 LCD 240 Hz. I am also considering the 52 Sony LCD 240 Hz TV as well. I love the LED, however, Sun, 07 Feb 2010 09:31:34 GMT http://www.practical-home-theater-guide.com/website-content.html Explaining the type and nature of information and material available on Practical-Home-Theater-Guide.com Thu, 04 Feb 2010 08:04:55 GMT http://www.practical-home-theater-guide.com/best-analysis.html I have been struggling and searching for thorough analysis of these particular sets; you have done an amazing job. I have already recommended many friends Sun, 31 Jan 2010 16:51:07 GMT http://www.practical-home-theater-guide.com/sit-out-this-led-tv-war.html The picture in a bottle (Picture Tube) has always been the best if you could afford the best. Sitting the correct distance from your set, right or Sun, 31 Jan 2010 09:09:13 GMT http://www.practical-home-theater-guide.com/samsung-vs-sony-the-big-difference-is-quality.html Over the past 5 years, I have noticed that Samsung tends to use cheap materials in building their displays, and quality suffers. If you look back Thu, 28 Jan 2010 18:45:38 GMT http://www.practical-home-theater-guide.com/are-there-still-capacitor-problems-with-samsung-tvs.html I think your article was very informing with led vs lcd. But I have seen on the Internet that Samsung TVs are having a problem with the capacitors Thu, 28 Jan 2010 06:21:36 GMT http://www.practical-home-theater-guide.com/samsung-ledlcd-40.html I paid $1199.00 for my brand new Samsung UM40B6000 LED/LCD,120 hertz. I shopped around online. All others were asking $1399. Look at Tue, 26 Jan 2010 16:27:02 GMT http://www.practical-home-theater-guide.com/quality-hdtvs.html This article is excellent because most guy's think we know top quality HDTVs when really we know nothing! Thanks a million & keep up the great work! Fri, 22 Jan 2010 17:57:34 GMT http://www.practical-home-theater-guide.com/buying-a-new-hdtv-hdtv-enthusiast.html I'm ready to upgrade a 3yr old 65in Mits. DLP. As fast as technology changes, I see better value in purchasing a new 2009 HDTV at a reduced price. Thu, 21 Jan 2010 09:00:12 GMT http://www.practical-home-theater-guide.com/new-hdtv.html Here is the dilemma - Buy your new HDTV now and enjoy a great bargain, or wait till the new 2010 plasma and LCD HDTVs are out later in the year? We discuss to help you make a better choice. Wed, 20 Jan 2010 15:58:47 GMT http://www.practical-home-theater-guide.com/samsung-b6000-led-tv.html I just purchased a Samsung 46: LED. 6000 series. It is by all means the most awesome picture I have ever seen on TV. The first TV with the latest Tue, 19 Jan 2010 17:08:51 GMT http://www.practical-home-theater-guide.com/best-hdtv.html 2009 has brought about a number of great TVs all capable of excellent picture quality. However, not all LCD HDTVs and plasma TVs perform the same. So... which are the best HDTV sets so far? Sat, 16 Jan 2010 05:44:25 GMT