DIY Theatre® Industry Resources
DIY Theatre® offers quick links to home theater industry resources for your research and enjoyment including:
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Professional Audio Video Organizations for Projection Screens
CEDIA - Custom Electronic Design & Installation Assoc.
An association of professionals in home automation, media and entertainment design.
ICIA - International Communications Industries Association - Education and exhibitions for all things audio visual.
INFOCOMM – International Audio/Visual Trade Show
International exhibition featuring projectors, projection screens, and home theater gear.
SID - Society for Information Display
Dedicated to display technology including plasma as well as DLP and LCD projectors.
NAB – National Association of Broadcasters
Voice for radio and television broadcasters on issues such as HDTV – High Definition Television.
ISF - Imaging Science Foundation
Leader in the display standards industry and calibration standards for CRT, LCD and DLP projectors.
CEA - Consumer Electronics Association
All things electronic including home theater, home automation, DVD and video as well as projection devices.
NSCA - National Systems Contractors Association
Building professionals skilled in low voltage home automation and similar designs used in home theater.
SMPTE - Society of Motion Picture and Television Engineers
Leading technical society for the motion imaging industry – setting standards for television, DVD and display devices.
AES - Audio Engineering Society
Society dedicated to the advancement of audio technologies including the requirements of home theatre sound.
ANSI - American National Standards Institute
Coordinator of voluntary standards like the lumen ratings provided for home theatre projectors and projection systems.
EIA - Electronics Industry Association
A partnership of electronic and high-tech associations and companies
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Home Theater Publications, Magazines and Articles
Archi-Tech Magazine
Specializing in design for high-tech installations including audio/visual and multimedia.
Audio Video Interiors
Home theatre installations and product reviews including DVD and video projectors.
CEPro
Custom electronics professional.
Home Theater Magazine
For all things home theater including installation features as well as projector and projection screen reviews.
Sound & Video Contractor Magazine
More for commercial applications but still some good installation tips for any cinema.
Stereophile Guide to Home Theater
Leaning a bit more to the acoustic information with good home cinema applications.
Widescreen Review
Good equipment reviews and also DVD reviews.
The Perfect Vision
Home theater feature articles on sound system, projection screens and video projectors.
Electronic House
Great resource when you are ready to get totally wired for your home theater and all home automation needs.
Home Theater Projector Resources
DIY Projector Company
High quality do it yourself video projector material.
Computer Projectors and Applications
Find multi-media computer projectors with this online guide. Information on digital, video and computer projectors.
We Know Projectors
A portal for projector resources, projector listings, projector related articles, news and more.
Replacement Projector Lamps and Bulbs
AV Lamps are a specialist supplier of projector lamps. Search online for the replacement projector Bulb or lamp that you need.
Plex Home Theater Projectors
Plex Home Theater Systems offer home theater projectors and information.
Home Theater Audio / Stereo Resources
AV Guide
Good resource for your home theater research for all audio components as well as CRT, LCD and DLP projectors, and DVD players.
Ecoustics
Everything hi-fi online. Get home electronics audio/video buying guides, reviews and more.
Pixel Interconnect
Specialists in electronic interconnect with links to many good resources
Surround Sound Speakers - Find the best surround sound speakers for your home theater system.
In-Wall Speakers and Ceiling Speakers - In-wall speakers and ceiling speakers sound great for both home theaters and whole house audio systems.
Powered Subwoofers - A subwoofer is a speaker that delivers the DEEP BASS punch for maximum music listening and movie watching pleasure.
Home Speakers - Showcase of home audio speakers for your stereo or home theater speakers for your surround sound system.
Home Theater In A Box - Home theater in a box, or HTIB, is a complete surround sound system packaged in just one box.
Home Theater Systems - Guide to putting together your own home theater component surround sound system.
Projection TVs - Rear projection TV offers incredible value for your big screen television buck!
HDTV Receivers - Unless your TV has a built-in HDTV tuner, you need to add an HD receiver to view high definition on your HD-ready television.
Power Amplifiers - A power amplifier brings your speakers to life!
Outdoor Speakers - Enjoy music and entertainment outside on your patio, deck, or even near the pool or hot tub.
Audio Conferencing Specialists
Audio Conferencing solutions including ClearOne Max Wireless adn XAP 400 system, audio conferencing consultation and evaluation, AV equipment saels and installation.
Other Home Theater Helpful Sites
AV Guide
Product reviews for all your home cinema needs to accompany your DIY Theatre® projection screen
THX
THX Certification assures the finest picture and sound quality for cinemas, mixing studios, home theatres, DVDs, multimedia products, and luxury automotive vehicles.
Video Essentials
A step by step guide for properly adjusting the Brightness, Contrast, Color, Tint and Sharpness controls on your home video system. Now available on DVD. A software designed to maximize your cinema experience.
Home Theater Resource Links
Resources for many things home theater related.
Home Theater Focus
Great site and forum for home theater advice and other resources.
Dish Network
Information about DirecTV, satellite tv, satellite radio and satellite internet services at all-direct.tv.
DirecTV or Dish Network TV Systems
Over 256 channels with up to 5 receivers free with a lifetime warranty. Free shipping and installation. No equipment to by. Free gifts and up to $1000 in rebates.
Home Theater Escapes
Home Theater Escapes contains reviews, articles and do-it-yourself guides.
Reflex Projectors
Audio Visual Presentation, Interactive Whiteboards, LCD Projectors, LCD Screen, Plasma Screen TV and Presentation Equipment for folks in the UK and beyond.
Home Theater Resources
Top resources, information, and products for home theater systems
Your Home Theater Design
A concise, easy-to-use information resource covering all aspects of home theater design.
Sofas for Home Theaters
Discount home theater seating home theater seats home theater seating furniture sectional sofas and convertible sofas ottomans.
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