The Complete Idiot's Guide to
Home Theater Systems

You're no idiot. You know that a home theater system is the most tempting of all grown-up toys--but you have to shop carefully. And when it comes to putting together an affordable, user-friendly setup, all those CDs, DVRs, MP3s, and DVDs have you tied up in patch cords.

Don't pull the plug on your living-room cineplex! The Complete Idiot's Guide to Home Theater Systems is an invaluable resource that will help you assemble all the right components to feed and exceed your entertainment needs. In this book you get:

• The basics on what you need, and how to get it all for the right price
• A picture-perfect lesson in choosing the right TV--from direct view to High Definition
• Everything worth knowing about different video sources--DVDs, VCRs, and more
• The sound of music--the latest in audio receivers, players, and other components.

Get idiot-proof guidance on choosing the right equipment for your budget, including:

• Direct-view TVs  
• Rear-projection TVs
• Front-projection TVs
• Flat-screen TVs
• HDTV and digital-ready TVs
• DVD players and changers
• Personal digital video recorders
• Digital satellite systems
• Laserdisc players
• Audio/video receivers
• Surround-sound speakers
• Subwoofers
• CD players, changers, and recorders
• Audio tape and minidisc recorders

Plus, you'll learn all about the various surround-sound systems, including Dolby Digital, DTS, and Dolby Pro Logic!

The Complete Idiot's Guide to Home Theater Systems provides expert advice on choosing, shopping for, connecting, and installing all the components of your home theater system. It's the only resource you need to find and install the best home theater components for your budget! 

How to Buy This Book

The Complete Idiot's Guide to Home Theater Systems is available at bookstores everywhere, or you can order the book online by clicking the button to the left.