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Author :: John Dulaney  |
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| Article Title :: Technical and Quality Attributes of HD DVD |
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| The HD DVD is a digital optic data storage media format that uses a 120mm diameter disc. A single layer HD DVD has a storage capacity for 15GB data, as compared to a 4.7GB of a standard DVD. A dual layer HD DVD can store 30GB data, while a triple layer HD DVD has a 45GB capacity. The HD DVD is complemented with the HDTV or high definition television. A high definition television is a system that scans pictures with more than double the lines of resolution as compared to a standard format television. Therefore, equipped with 1,080 lines of resolution, in contrast with 480 lines for regular television and DVD players, it provides a very superior quality, high definition picture. Most of the (read full article) |
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| Category :: Home Audio Video Articles |
Author :: John Dulaney |
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| Article Title :: The Ultimate HD DVD Home Entertainment Setup |
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| The home entertainment market was created when the VHS was invented; it brought entertainment to people’s living rooms and bedrooms. The VHS progressed to VCDs and DVDs which became the latest in the home entertainment. The cinema theaters, meanwhile, still had their hold on audiences due to certain unique characteristics such as a big screen, digital sound effects, high amplified sounds, and the entire theater experience. There has been a constant effort to bridge this gap between the theater movie experience and that of the home entertainment system. There have been great technological advancements in this field, and the present home theater systems have brought theater quality of ent (read full article) |
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| Category :: Home Audio Video Articles |
Author :: Dr. Gary S. Goodman |
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| Article Title :: Rabbit Ears: The Perfect Post-Easter Gift |
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| Easter came this year and you may have hunted for decorated eggs, had a nice brunch, or exchanged little chocolate bunnies, all of which are quite nifty.But you missed out if you didn’t buy yourself some rabbit ears.Happily, it's not too late.For those of you who have grown up with cable and satellite TV, you may not know what I’m talking about.Rabbit ears are those adjustable metal rods that come out of a ball-like base that squats on or near your TV set in order to improve reception. Along with rooftop antennas, they’re what households used before the advent of cable and satellite TV.Admittedly, the clarity they bring is less than perfect, but he (read full article) |
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| Category :: Home Audio Video Articles |
Author :: Kevin Nelson |
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| Article Title :: How to Buy a Powerful Home Theater System: Limited Budget |
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| Thanks to advances in modern audio and video technology, more and more people are becoming home theater enthusiasts. And while some home theater system owners approach their systems as if money is no object, this is certainly not an option for most would-be home theater owners. Luckily, the recent advances in technology have also made home theater equipment even more affordable, allowing even those on a limited budget to buy a powerful home theater system as long as you know what to look for.There are several things you should consider once you decide to buy a home theater system, especially on a limited budget (around $1000 or less). Since this is a popular price range, there a (read full article) |
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Author :: Timothy Day |
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| Article Title :: Converting Your DVD Player to Region Free |
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| When hunting for your region free solution online the best rule (as with most things) is not to part with your hard earned money. In this article the webmaster of DVD-Unlock briefly looks over the options available.Region Free Solution 1 - Remote Control / Key SequenceMany low to mid-range DVD players have secret menus or "back doors", these methods can let you change things such as:- The current region setting on your particular model (In most cases this is were the Region Free setting can be set)
- Switch between PAL and NTSC
- Modify the Macrovision setting
- Enable VCD and sometimes MP3 playbackAccess to these secret menus normally req (read full article) |
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| Category :: Home Audio Video Articles |
Author :: Dan Free |
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| Article Title :: Home Theater Systems: Choosing the Best System |
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| Sitting down and watching movies is a wonderful escape from the stressful lifestyle we live in today. Movie watching on a wide screen television with surround sound has the ability whisk you away into the movie scene in which you are watching. This experience can make it as if you were right there participating in the movie. Until lately, we could only experience this type of escape in at a movie theater. However, modern technology may be able to provide this same sight and sound experience right in your own living room. We will look at some of the minimum requirements of a home theater system. Continue on to understand how these components can result in the best cinematic experience of a (read full article) |
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| Category :: Home Audio Video Articles |
Author :: Lee Dobbins |
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| Article Title :: Getting Great Sound From Your Home Theater |
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| One of the most important pieces of a home theater is the sound system. A good sound system can greatly enhance your movie watching experience and a good home sound system can replicate the movie-theater sound effects on a smaller scale.When installing a sound system in your home theater, you need to think about the size and shape of the room as well as where the viewers will be seated. Placing the speakers - especially the center speaker, in the optimum position for every seat in the house will ensure a good movie experience for everyone!Here’s some things to think about when choosing and installing the sound system for your home theater:1. A good home theater s (read full article) |
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| Category :: Home Audio Video Articles |
Author :: Warren Thompson |
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| Article Title :: Buyers Guide to Home Theater Projectors |
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| Over the years, I have grown really attached to my home theater system. I must say, of all the rooms in the house, my own little movie theater is the one I could not live without. I am absolutely in love with my home theater system and, if you are anything like me, I am sure you will love yours too. I found, when I was initially building my system, that there was so much information to absorb. Every product out there seemed better than the next, and I found myself unsure about which to buy. Here are a few things to keep in mind when shopping for a new home theater projector.There are two main types of projectors on the market; DLP and LCD. DLP stands for digital light process (read full article) |
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Author :: Jimmy Sturo |
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| Article Title :: Copy DVD To DVD |
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| A DVD is normally protected by a code called the CSS encryption. However, the code has been cracked and can be circumvented by numerous software applications. Most of these applications are based on the DeCss software that is illegal in many countries. Removing the protection and getting the movie stored in a hard drive is usually called ripping. Presently, there are many applications available on the market that can successfully rip and burn (copy) a DVD. Splitting and shrinking are the two other options.Shrinking data is perhaps the most widely used alternative. There are many software programs that can compress data from the original DVD and fit it into a DVD recordable. They ar (read full article) |
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| Category :: Home Audio Video Articles |
Author :: Jimmy Sturo |
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| Article Title :: DVD Copy |
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| A DVD is physically similar to the more familiar CD (Compact Disc). The diameter of a DVD measures 120mm or 80mm. However, the gap in their creations – CDs in the 1970’s and DVDs in the 1990’s – ensures obvious differences. DVDs can store data – movies included – with a greater quality of sound and video. Concomitant to that, it has a storage capacity that is a minimum seven times greater than that of a CD.For several years, DVDs were digitally guarded in an effort to save the celluloid industry from the bane of piracy. It was common for DVDs to have an in-built encryption code known as the CSS. Today, you find DVD players complete with chips that can ‘unlock’ a DVD (read full article) |
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