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Video Resolution . . . Simplified
- Written by Brian Florian
- Published on 30 November 2007
Even though we've discussed video resolution in the pages of Secrets more than once, a real understanding of it still eludes a large number of people that I've encountered recently . . .
THX-Certification
- Written by Brian Florian
- Published on 30 November 2007
THX is almost a quarter century old, and its Consumer Branch has been around since 1990, yet people still do not have a proper understanding of THX. Maybe that's THX's fault, maybe it's ours (the press) . . .
Negative Feedback - Fact and Fantasy
- Written by Colin Miller
- Published on 30 November 2007
The Secrets SSP (Surround Sound Processor) Benchmark Specifications
- Written by Staff
- Published on 30 November 2007
The Secrets DVD Benchmark has been remarkably popular, but in an of itself not all that remarkable or unexpected. What took us off guard is that it has been equally popular with our readers and manufacturers of the equipment.
What We Hear vs. What We Perceive
- Written by Colin Miller
- Published on 30 November 2007
The Misunderstood 0.1 LFE Channel in 5.1 Digital Surround Sound
- Written by Brian Florian
- Published on 30 November 2007
In 5.1 digital surround sound, the 0.1 channel is called the LFE or Low Frequency Effects channel. While in the commercial system it is referred to as the subwoofer channel, this is not necessarily true for home theater setups.
Miscellaneous Ramblings on Subwoofer Crossover Frequencies
- Written by Colin Miller and Brian Florian
- Published on 30 November 2007
Stereo Imaging, Amplitude Differences, Time Arrival Differences, and the Precedence Effect
- Written by Colin Miller
- Published on 30 November 2007
When humans hear two simultaneous arrivals of the same sound from different directions at the same amplitude, the "stereo" illusion is that the source is not from two different directions (i.e., from two separate speakers), but from a "phantom" location between those speakers.
High Definition 1080p TV: Why You Should Be Concerned
- Written by Brian Florian and Colin Miller
- Published on 30 November 2007
1080p, or 1080 progressive, is a very high resolution video format and screen specification. It is one of the ATSC HDTV specified formats which includes 720p, 1080i, and 1080p . . .
Rebuilding an A/V System with House-Wide Networking
- Written by Colin Miller
- Published on 30 November 2007
I will start out by saying that this is a feature article primarily for fellow geeks interested in the process of building or rebuilding an A/V system. My home isn't exactly a showcase in design or high fashion, and the A/V system that's going back in is aiming for function ...
DLP vs. LCD: Which is Better?
- Written by Steve Smallcombe
- Published on 30 November 2007
We often get questions about which TV display technology is "better". In particular, the question arises in regard to DLP vs. LCD. This article hopefully will provide some answers . . .
