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MODULE 17: Home theater

EXERCISE 155 : Demonstration of different parts of home

theatre

Objectives

At the end of this exercise you shall be able to
• evaluate the equipment/ basic requirements for home theater setup
• analyze operational requirements
• segregate the tools needed for home theater installation
• demonstration of parts of home theater
• installation Procedures of home theater
• recording and playback in home theater.

Requirements

Tools/Materials
• Display - Television & projector
• Sound system - Receiver, speakers, subwoofer & soundbar
• Media devices - Blu-ray/DVD players, streaming devices, gaming consoles,
media servers
• Lighting & ambiance - Dimmable lights, curtains or blinds & LED strips
• Seating and comfort - Home theater seating, acoustic treatment & room layout

Procedure

Theory
Display: The display is the visual centerpiece of your home theater. You have two main options.
Television (TV): Convenient, easy to install, and available in various sizes. LED LCD TVs are popular for their
clear images and affordability.

Projector: Offers a cinematic experience but requires proper installation. Projectors can outperform TVs when
done right.
Receiver

• The heart of your home theater system. It processes audio and video signals from various sources (like Blu-
ray players, gaming consoles, etc.).
• Receivers decode surround sound formats (like Dolby Atmos) and distribute audio to speakers.
• Look for features like HDMI inputs, power output, and compatibility with your devices.

Speakers
• Essential for immersive sound. A typical setup includes:
• Front Speakers: Left, center, and right speakers for dialogue and music.
• Surround Speakers: Placed around the room for ambient effects.

• Subwoofer: Adds deep bass for impact.
• Consider speaker placement, size, and quality for optimal sound experience.
Media Devices
• These include Blu-ray players, streaming devices (like Apple TV or Roku), and gaming consoles.
• Connect these to your receiver for audio and video playback.

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CITS : E & H - Electronics Mechanic - Exercise 155