We continued with the present series of updates under our rear projection TV reviews section by taking a look at the much awaited Samsung 2005 line-up of DLP HDTV sets.

Products covered include both Samsung entry-level range of DLP HDTVs -the HL-R66W/67W series, as well as the slightly more expensive integrated pedestal HDTVs, the HL-R87W/88W series - which include also a 1080p DLP HDTV.

For more information, please check out the following links:

• Samsung HL-R66W/67W DLP 720p HDTVs

• Samsung HL-R87W/88W DLP 720p/1080p HDTVs

To complement these Samsung HDTV reviews, we are also presenting a short HDTV guide that explains the pros and cons of each of the different HDTV formats - 720p, 1080i, and 1080p. More information here.
 

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Andrew Ghigo
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We continued with our series of updates under our rear projection TV reviews section by taking a look at Panasonic 2004 line of LCD and CRT rear projection HDTVs.

The latest LCD Panasonic Projection TV sets are all set to deliver top-level home theater excitement. Picture quality is superb. They are slim and stylish, and come with a full list of features and specifications. The reviewed products under this section cover the 'PT-xxLCX65' and 'PT-xxLC14' series of LCD Panasonic rear projection TVs. More info here

When it comes to Panasonic CRT-based RPTVs, one of the latest models in the range of Panasonic HDTV sets is the 47-inch PT-47XD64. It is relatively inexpensive and comes loaded with an interesting list of features and specifications. We take a detailed look at this Panasonic rear projection HDTV to see what's on offer for your home entertainment. More info here.
 

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Andrew Ghigo
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Professional Electronics Engineer.

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We have continued with our rear projection TV review updates by taking a look at Sony's 2004 line of CRT and LCD rear projection HDTVs.

Sony LCD projection TVs make use of three separate LCD panels - one for each color component  - meaning that there are no color wheels in their light engine to trigger that dreadful rainbow effect.

As for the traditional CRT rear projection models, the Sony projection TV sets are among the cheapest, yet they are capable of exceptional picture quality.

All models in the 2004 line of Sony rear projection TVs come with a built-in tuner and a host of interesting features and specifications.

For more info and technical analysis, please follow through the following links: 

• Sony LCD rear projection TV reviews

• Sony CRT rear projection HDTVs

Kind Regards,

Andrew Ghigo
B.Elec. Eng. (Hons)
Professional Electronics Engineer.

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We have finished updating our rear projection TV reviews section with a series of Toshiba HDTV product reviews - covering both traditional CRT based rear projection models as well as the latest slim-styled DLP rear projection HDTV sets.

Products reviewed cover the following Toshiba HDTV ranges:

• 'xxH84' CRT series

• 'xxHM84' DLP RPTVs

• 'xxHM94' DLP RPTVs with HDMI

We have finished updating all content under our Projection Television section.

In total, we have published five articles that discuss the various aspects of projection television -  from a How-It-Works technology guide covering CRT, LCD, DLP, GLV, and LCOS projection technologies, to the various advantageous and limitations of front and rear projection TV systems.

The list below is a brief description of the info contained in each of these Projection TV Guides:

• How-it-Works Projection Television Technology
  Covering the principles of operation behind the main projector technology in common use today: CRT, LCD, DLP, GLV, and LCOS.

• TV Buying Guide to Projection Television 
  Discussing the features to look for when making a projection TV purchase.

• Front Projection Systems - An Introductory Guide
  Discover the Pros and Cons of a front projection setup.

• The Home Theater Projector - A technical Guide
  Analyzing the different characteristics of CRT, LCD, and DLP video projectors  as applicable to home theater use.

• Rear Projection Television Facts - An Intro Guide
  Understanding the advantageous and limitations of rear projection TV.

• DIY Projection Television - Guidelines & Reviews
  An objective analysis of what is really achievable through a DIY setup.

We have published a series of 'quick' technical guides related to Headphone technology.

In total, we have put together six new webpage additions covering various issues - from wireless headphone systems to Dolby headphone technology, different types of headsets, tips on choosing headphones, headphone accessories, and dedicated headphone amplifiers.

We show you that with today's technology, it is possible to enjoy a great multi-channel sound through an ordinary pair of headphones. Even more so, we explain how one can still feel the bass even though your sub-woofer is switched off while listening to your headphones!

More info here.

Kind Regards,

Andrew Ghigo
B.Elec. Eng. (Hons)
Professional Electronics Engineer.

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We have update our  DIY Projection TV section following the recent court injunction against MaxTheater Inc. 

The MaxTheater DIY projection TV kit was originally reviewed on our site as one of the few cheap products offering both the plans and the plastic lenses. Late in Decemebr 2004, we issued an update following a number of complaints by customers re. delays in processing of orders by MaxTheater.

The recent court injunction against MaxTheater meant we had to issue another update. Unfortunately, many are still promoting the MaxTheater DIY projection TV kit.

More info here.

Kind Regards,

Andrew Ghigo
B.Elec. Eng. (Hons)
Professional Electronics Engineer.

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Wireless Media Players and Wi-Fi enabled HT systems take home entertainment to a new level. Now, even average PC users can experience their entire collection of digital content - music - videos - photos - in full glory without being tied to a PC.

We continue with our series of articles on wireless home theater with two more additions:

• An Introductory Guide to Wireless Home Entertainment Integration - in which discuss the use of wireless media players, the different wireless standards, data throughput, bandwidth management, security issues, etc.

• Wireless Digital Media Players - A Systems Review

Find out more here

True wireless home theater with system components interconnected through a wireless set-up is still not a mass-market preposition. Real options concern mainly wireless speakers systems for the rear channel speakers in a home theater surround sound system, and wireless stereo in a multi-room audio set-up.

Integrated wireless home theater solutions and wireless speaker systems offer greater flexibility and convenience especially when in-wall wiring is not an option. Unfortunately, choice is still very much limited.

We have prepared a short series of articles that discuss the various aspects of wireless home theater and wireless multi-room audio - taking into account available options both in the form of add-on units and integrated solutions.

Find out more here

We have updated our Home Theater Cables section to include special application products such as the ultra-flat speaker wire from DeCorp, etc., as well as additional information on cable anatomy, audio and video interconnects, speaker wires, and connecting terminals.

But there is more!  We are also featuring a short article to discuss the implications of gold-plated connectors and silver-coated copper conductors on system performance. Cable manufactures seem to imply that their expensive 'silver' interconnects would produce a quantum jump in overall system performance. Is this really so?

Find out more here

A new site-search facility has now been made accessible through the navigation bar for ease of access from all pages.

Originally, the search facility for the site was accessible through either the Index page or the Home Theater Design webpage only.

Find out more here.

Kind Regards,

Andrew Ghigo
B.Elec. Eng. (Hons)
Professional Electronics Engineer.

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Well, you do not know what an RSS feed is? Then this article is intended for you!

The truth is that following the introduction of RSS news feeds on Practical-home-theater-guide.com. we received a number of queries from readers asking what are these RSS feeds. We are therefore publishing an article that explains in basic terms, RSS feeds and how to make use of an RSS feed to remain abreast with the latest updates on your favorite site.

Find out more here.

Kind Regards,

Andrew Ghigo
B.Elec. Eng. (Hons)
Professional Electronics Engineer.

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 ]]> Fri, 31 Dec 2004 11:18:39 +0100 http://www.practical-home-theater-guide.com/rss-news-feeds.html DIY Projection TV - Imagine watching movies or your favorite sports in real life-size without spending a fortune! 

We have update our  DIY Projection TV section to include a review of the LumenLab DIY LCD video projector,  an updated review of the MaxTheater DIY Projection TV kit, and also new links to websites offering 'FREE' DIY projection TV plans.

Find out more here.

Kind Regards,

Andrew Ghigo
B.Elec. Eng. (Hons)
Professional Electronics Engineer.

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