Home Theater Blog

Should You Run HDMI Through The Receiver Or The TV?
You now have everything you need to set up your home theater entertainment center. You have the television, speakers, playable devices, and receiver, but how should you set them up? Should you run HDMI through the receiver or the TV? Both options are up to you, but if...

This Is Why Your Surround Sound Speakers Are So Quiet
Have you started a movie, noticed low surround volume, and wondered why your surround sound speakers are so quiet? Speaker issues can be frustrating and can happen at any time. Many things could go wrong. But why are your speakers so quiet when you aren’t the one...

16 Reasons Why Your Soundbar Sounds Distorted
Audio is one of the many life pleasures humans enjoy on various levels. There is nothing like hearing the intensity of a helicopter in an action movie or every note to your favorite song. However, sometimes things come across as distorted and choppy at the worst...

Here’s Why Your Receiver’s Volume Is Negative – Causes And Fixes
You’re trying to adjust the volume on your television’s receiver, but you notice the volume is negative, even though the volume is decreasing or increasing, followed by the abbreviation “dB.” Why is this happening, and is it possible to change it? Receivers show...

Why Is LG HDMI ARC Not Working? Causes And Fixes
HDMI ARC brings in new technology for a better connection between your television and other devices. But what about LG HDMI ARC not working? What should you be looking at? There are many reasons why LG HDMI ARC may not be working. You could be using the wrong port,...

How Small Is Too Small For A Home Theater?
Home theaters bring the excitement of movies to your home. You might wonder - how small is too small for a home theater? Why spend a ton of money when you could entertain people in a room? If you don’t have much space, it can be tricky to create a home theater. At...

Does Your Home Theater Need A Surge Protector?
Everyone wants to protect their costly electronics. You may wonder, "does my home theater need a surge protector or maybe something more powerful?" Having your expensive devices last longer not only makes things easier for you but also saves you money. Many companies...

Do HDMI Splitters Add Lag To A TV?
Lag can be quite annoying, especially when you have become accustomed to advancing technology in all aspects of your life. Can HDMI splitters add lag to your video? HDMI splitters can add a lag, but this lag is minimal. It is essential to understand that this lag is...

How to Protect Your Home Speakers From Cats
Having a surround sound system makes your watching experience more submerged in your shows and movies. Home speakers make quite a difference, but they can also attract the curious gaze of your cats. So how do you protect your home speakers from your cats? There are...

Can You Put Things In Front of a Subwoofer?
Subwoofers are quality speakers providing low frequencies for your sound experience. You might wonder, can I put things in front of a subwoofer? After all, they don't need to be out in front, and sometimes your entertainment room gets a bit messy, or maybe you have...

10 Reasons Why Home Theaters Are Still Worth It
If you are a movie-lover, you often balance between seeing movies in the theater or at home. Home theaters are still worth it, even if you enjoy going to the movie theater. But you may have wondered "why" or "how" home theaters or home cinemas are worth the time and...

Returning to Fall Guys? You May Not See Your Stuff
If you plan on returning to Fall Guys, you must do a couple of things to ensure you see your stuff. Otherwise, after logging in after your hiatus, you may quickly notice that you have lost all of your progress. After linking with an Epic Games account, you must either...