Windows and doors in home theatres

The Building Code of Australia requires that all rooms - even home theatres - be built with a certain amount of window coverage. Find...

Energy efficiency of different TVs

Some displays use far more energy than other types - and modern displays are becoming much more efficient. See how different displays stack up,...

Acoustic transparent projector screens

Also known as audio transparent projector screens, these allow sound to penetrate through your screen from speakers placed behind the picture.    By placing speakers behind...
Surround sound technologies

5.1 and 7.1 surround sound technologies

What's the difference between a 5.1 surround system and a 7.1 system, in practical terms? Which is right for your setup?    5.1 and 7.1 channel...
How surround works

Home audio performance considerations

The quality of your home audio is affected by a number of variables - impair one, and you alter the rest. Find out more...
How to choose an audio system

Choosing an audio system

When it comes to choosing a home audio system that's right for you, you need to work out what its primary use will be...

Surround sound vs. stereo

The difference is fairly obvious to anyone who's heard it, but which is appropriate where? And what sort of surround sound technology should you...

Outdoor audio

Having an audio system that lets you pipe music out to your backyard is fantastic, but requires a bit of careful planning and the...
home-audio

Home audio components

Learn about the various devices needed to set up the ultimate home audio experience, including AV receivers as well as media players and streamers....
Noise regulations

Noise regulations

For the sake of keeping neighbourhoods happy, there are usually restrictions in place on how much noise you can make at given times. Learn...
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