Frequently Asked Question Cont.

3. What is the difference between Plasma, LCD and DLP televisions?
The first question you might ask yourself is. Do I want a flat screen or a rear projection TV? Then you can decide on the technology you want to use. If it is flat screen, then you will go with Plasma or LCD. Plasmas have had a bad rap on how long they will last. Several manufacturers have extended the life of the plasmas substantially. LCD is newer technology and has size constraints. The largest LCD screen is currently 50" and the Plasma goes up to 72". These two products currently cost about twice as much or more than the same size in rear screen TV’s. There is also an LCD rear projection TV. The technology is similar to DLP and similar in price. It all comes down to what the customer’s preference.

4. What is high definition television?
Full HDTV, also referred to as ultra-HD, true HDTV, and 1080p, is a television (TV) display technology that surpasses the video quality and sharpness of the original high-definition television ( HDTV) technology, providing an image resolution of 1920 by 1080 pixels. The original HDTV technology offers vertical resolution that ranges from 720 lines with progressive scanning (720p) to 1080 lines with interlaced scanning (1080i). Full HDTV provides 1080 lines with progressive scanning (sometimes referred to as 1080p). In these specifications, the numeral indicates the number of horizontal lines in the complete raster, the p stands for progressive scanning (where each scan displays every line in the image raster sequentially from top to bottom), and the i stands for interlaced scanning (where each scan displays alternate lines in the image raster, and two complete scans are therefore required to display the entire image).

5. Why should I hire a professional installer instead of electronic warehouses?
Many of the bigger outfits try to push unneeded products to the end user and it tends to bring the cost of a system up, instead of down. They also tend to hire young sales people who don't spend the time getting to know the customer, giving them what they want and explain all of their options. It all comes down to personal touch.

6. Why should I purchase the hardware from you?
We carry all of the same guarantees and manufacturer warranties as all of the larger retail stores. We also carry several of the high end lines that are not available at most retail stores.

7. Am I required to purchase the hardware from you if I want you to design and install it?
No you are not. We come into any home or business and will install any previous system that you own. Many people are frustrated by all of the wires that come with a system. We can take that frustration away.

8. At what point in the construction of my new home, or the remodel of my existing home should I contact you for a free consultation?
We generally like to be involved from the beginning when you meet with an architect, especially if it is a home theater or new construction. We can meet at any time of the project, it is never too late.

9. Why use a structured wiring system as opposed to a wireless system?
Structured wiring gives you more flexibility with the current networking products. It also gives you more security. Wireless technology is improving daily, but it is still vulnerable to hackers parked in your driveway if your system is not set up with proper encryption. It is also susceptible to microwaves, cell phone and wireless phones interference.

10. What would a homeowner expect to spend on a residential type home theater system?
Home theaters are a fast growing, ever changing market. They should not to be mistaken with home entertainment centers which usually reside in family rooms with a big screen TV’s. The largest factor determining the cost is whether you want a projector or a HDTV TV. The cost of a theater increases as when you move from a flat screen or big screen to a projector with a screen. We have projection systems that start at 10k.