As the weather turns cold and we bunker down for winter, thoughts are turning to indoor activities such as watching movies, playing video games and catching all the latest live sporting action. The best place to catch the action is from the comfort of a warm, cosy living room or a dedicated cinema room.
Entertainment without leaving home
Thanks to the latest AV technologies, being part of the roaring crowd is more enjoyable and realistic than ever – and makes crawling out of bed in the middle of the night to watch live events worthwhile.
The right AV set-up means homeowners can enjoy exceptional image and audio quality, whether they’re watching a movie, major sporting event or a regular television show, in the comfort of their home. In addition to a comfortable viewing experience, a home cinema is a great way to entertain friends and family – both children and adults. You can also play background music with a high quality home theatre system, to create just the right atmosphere for dinner parties or weekend relaxation.
Consider the following when thinking about a home cinema:
- lifestyle and budget
- invest time researching quality products made by reputable manufacturers available from local, established retailers or AV specialists. Local manufacturers or distributors will provide reliable post-sales support
- screen size and type appropriate for the environment, e.g. a fixed screen, an electric screen or manual pull-down screen
- upscale an HD picture to ultra-HD 4K resolution using the new Onkyo X-NR656 7.2 channel AV receiver to instantly transform the image quality. A built-in Dolby Atmos up-mixer adds an ambient height channel for a greater sense of depth
- include an intuitive remote control such as the new Smart Control universal remote control from One For All (URC7980). Users can easily control up to eight AV devices using one remote.
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