Learn to set up and use today's home entertainment products Want to buy a new TV, projector or stereo, but don't know where to start? Got problems with items you already bought? In this straightforward guide, a lifelong electronics guru walks you through buying, setting up and using home entertainment technology, and helps you resolve any issues that might arise. Filled with clear explanations, tips and insider tricks, this friendly, conversational resource covers today's tech in plain language, with plenty of pictures and illustrations. You'll feel like there's an expert by your side every inch of the way! Along with an extensive glossary, there's an appendix of connectors showing what the different plugs and jacks look like and do.Make informed choices when buying video and audio gearSave money by picking what's right for you and avoiding overpriced gimmicksSee how to set up and connect today's seemingly complex productsExplore programming sources like cable, satellite, antenna and streamingLearn how to integrate older tech like vinyl turntables into a modern digital stereoAvoid making mistakes that could damage your expensive equipmentDiscover tricks and solutions you didn't know existedSolve those "why won't this work" head-scratchersSelect and use batteries properly, for longest lifeStay safe when connecting wires and charging batteriesTest malfunctioning remote controls, using your phoneMaximize the lifespan, performance and ease of use of your electronics