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  from Robert Silva
Welcome to my weekly home theater newsletter. This week I reveal the truth about 1080i and 1080p, as well as bringing you some great tips on what you need to know before buying a Subwoofer. In addition, check out Sony's latest DVD Recorder product announcement and find out what's missing.

 
In the Spotlight
1080i vs 1080p - What You Need to Know
What is the difference between 1080p and 1080i? Can you really see the difference on an HDTV screen? 1080i and 1080p are both High Definition display formats for HDTVs. 1080i and 1080p signals actually contain the same information - 1,920 pixels across the screen by 1,080 pixels down the screen. The difference between 1080i and 1080p is in the way the signal is sent from a source component or displayed on an HDTV screen. For a more indepth look at this issue, check out my article: 1080i vs 1080p - Similarities and Differences Between 1080i and 1080p.

 
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Before You Buy a Subwoofer
Subwoofers have emerged as a critical element of a home theater system. A Subwoofer is a specialized loudspeaker that reproduces only the lowest frequencies present in a movie soundtrack or musical recording. To find out what you need to know before you purchase one for your home theater system, check out my article: Before You Buy a Subwoofer. Photo of Klipsch Synergy Sub10 (c) Robert Silva - Licensed to About.com

 
Sony Announces New Line of DVD Recorders
Sony has introduced its new line of DVD recorders. The first two of the new units, the RDR-GX355 (DVD Recorder Only) and RDR-VX555 (DVD Recorder/VCR Combo) have NO TUNERS...read more

 
 
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Top Picks - Home Theater Gifts For Mom  from your Home Theater Guide
Home Theater isn't just for the guys, check out some great home theater gift ideas for mom!

1) Panasonic TH-42PX60U 42-inch Plasma EDTV
Panasonic is a definite leader in Plasma televisions. The 42-inch TH-42PX60U plasma television delivers great image quality bolstered by its 1024x768 native pixel resolution and a 10,000:1. In addition, this unit has plenty of input options, including HD-Component and HDMI, built-in NTSC and ATSC HDTV tuners, and an SD card slot for digital photo playback. With a 6-inch depth - the Panasonic TH-42PX60U Plasma Television takes up a lot less space than a 50-inch rear projection television.

2) Pansasonic DMR-EH75VS DVD/VCR/Hard Drive Recorder Combo
Video recording fans can have it all as Panasonic announces their new 3-in-1 DVD/VHS/HDD video recorder. The DMR-EH75VS features a DVD-R-RW/DVD+R/+RW/RAM DVD recorder, VHS HiFi VCR, and a Hard Disk video recorder with an 80GB hard drive. The unit also features an standard cable-ready tuner, analog and Firewire AV inputs, progressive scan output, and video upscaling via HDMI output. If you are looking for recording and playback flexibility, check out the DMR-EH75VS DVD/VCR/HDD combo recorder.

3) Pioneer HTS-260 Compact Home Theater System
The Pioneer HTS-260 is a compact 5.1 channel home theater-in-a-box system that delivers more than you would expect. Despite its dimminutive speakers and modest amplifier, the HTS-260 delivers a pleasing sound for music and movies. The 260 does not have the sonic subtleties, sustained high power output, or flexibility - such as a built-in DVD player, as mid- and high-end systems might. However, this is a great system to consider for a small apartment, bedroom, apartment, or office.

 
Product Of The Week
Silicon Optix HQV Benchmark DVD
You just shelled out big bucks for that new HDTV. It looked great in the store, but how do you know if you are really getting good performance from your...read more
 
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