Description
Book SynopsisLearn to set up and use today's home entertainment products Want to buy a new TV, projector or stereo, but don't know where to start? Got problems with items you already bought? In this straightforward guide, a lifelong electronics guru walks you through buying, setting up and using home entertainment technology, and helps you resolve any issues that might arise. Filled with clear explanations, tips and insider tricks, this friendly, conversational resource covers today's tech in plain language, with plenty of pictures and illustrations. You'll feel like there's an expert by your side every inch of the way! Along with an extensive glossary, there's an appendix of connectors showing what the different plugs and jacks look like and do.
- Make informed choices when buying video and audio gear
- Save money by picking what's right for you and avoiding overpriced gimmicks
- See how to set up and connect today's seemingly complex products
Table of Contents
Foreword
Introduction
Chapter 1 TV and Home Theater
Keep It Simple
Antenna Reception
Overview of Modern TV Technology
How to Buy Your Video Entertainment System
How to Set Up Your Video Entertainment System
How to Operate Your Video Entertainment System
Solving Problems
Chapter 2 Stereo Systems
Keep It Simple
Overview of Stereo Technology
How to Buy Your Stereo System
How to Set Up Your Stereo System
How to Operate Your Stereo System
Chapter 3 Remote Controls
Keep It Simple
Overview of Remote Control Technology
How to Buy Your Remote Control
How to Set Up Your Remote Control
How to Operate Your Remote Control
Solving Problems
Chapter 4 Batteries
Keep It Simple
Overview of Battery Technology
Buying Batteries
Setting Up Your Batteries
Using Your Batteries
Solving Problems
Chapter 5 AC Adapters
Keep It Simple
How to Buy an AC Adapter
Setting Up Your AC Adapter
Using Your AC Adapter
Solving Problems
Appendix of Connectors
Glossary
Index
