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John Sciacca

The Custom Installer: Is That Upgrade Worth It?

Spending a little more on gear and installation can sometimes yield big dividends

You can hardly buy anything without being presented with the chance to spend a little more to get a little extra. And as upgrades go, the A/V industry might be the reigning heavyweight champ. You can upgrade everything in our exciting, neurotic world - speakers, amps, controllers, cables, even the lens on your video projector.

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The Custom Installer: Your New TV Isn't Perfect ...

But here's what you can do to make it look better

What I'm about to tell you might not make any sense. In fact, it might even upset you a little. But I'm your friend, and I've promised to tell you the truth about your A/V gear, so it's a risk I'm willing to take. Here goes: Your TV doesn't look right.

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How to Calibrate Your HDTV

Like a tune-up on your car, a few tweaks can have your HDTV running better than ever. But unlike an auto overhaul, you can make these adjustments yourself.

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Nikko Introduces LCoS Home-Entertainment Droid

May the Force be with you, always

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HDMI 1.3 Wobbles Out of the Gate

Manufacturer support for the new A/V interface standard is spotty

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THX Demonstrates "Blackbird" Automatic System Adjustment Technology

Also shows off new trailer and first Ultra2-certified in-wall subwoofer

January 11, 2007 - Modern A/V systems are so complex, it's easy to miss a setting and end up with an experience that is less than ideal. Setting aspect ratio is a perfect example.

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iPod Unleashed

New ways to enjoy all the music, photos, and videos stashed on your iPod
ViewSonic PJ258D DLP projector with integrated iPod dock

January 11, 2007 - What would a Consumer Electronics Show be without a ton of cool new iPod peripherals?

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Universal Remote Control R2-Mini

Chances are you turn to Sound & Vision to read about the latest cutting-edge gear - and perhaps dream about ultra-high-end systems or components you might never be able to afford. This is not one of those reviews.

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