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Home Theatre -It's
not just Hollywood explosions!
Upon setting foot onto our premises many people are surprised
to discover we do not demonstrate our Home Theatre systems
using the typical blockbuster movies in an obvious attempt
to impress. Instead, we will usually use music related DVD's.
The reasoning behind this is simple. Given the majority of
our own clients, (who have invested in Linn or Arcam standard
systems), tend to play their systems most evenings of a working
week, their invaluable feedback suggests they are not playing
the typical Hollywood movie during their relaxation time.
What they are doing, surprise surprise, is playing music and
in doing so using the system much more than even they may
have anticipated. Whilst it has always been my implicit belief
that a genuine high fidelity music will be used far more than
most other consumer purchases (even the motor car), the audio
industry, or as it's termed now the "home entertainment"
industry has, as usual, it's own ideas of what they think
is good for consumers.
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Home Theatre Nuts
and Bolts
 Confused
about the fundamentals of home theatre? This article should
answer a few questions as well as unravel a few misconceptions.
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Linn has
redesigned the CLASSIK Movie for even greater performance,
in a compact and stylish package. The new look CLASSIK Movie
possesses an elegant and simple styling that is unmistakably
Linn, with the disc drawer discreetly concealed in the display
window. In high quality, silver or graphite finishes, CLASSIK
Movie has been designed to complement Linn’s stylish
KOMPONENT (see PLAYBACK) loudspeaker system to deliver a truly
amazing movie experience in your home.
The new CLASSIK Movie is the latest addition
to Linn’s CLASSIK range, including the CLASSIK Music,
an integrated, high performance music system. Since the launch
of the first CLASSIK product in 1996, both the CLASSIK Music
and CLASSIK Movie have consistently received first-class press
reviews for their ability to outperform most comparably priced
‘separates’ systems for both music and movies.
The new CLASSIK Movie combines high quality
DVD and CD players, tuner, pre-amplifier and power amplifier
in a simple, timeless design in silver and graphite to complement
perfectly Linn’s KOMPONENT loudspeaker system.
The CLASSIK Movie is also available in
standard black, white and silver to offer you flexibility
of choice.
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THE
NEW LINN CLASSIK MOVIE HOME THEATRE SYSTEM |
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Versatility...
The
CLASSIK Movie integrates seamlessly with other entertainment
products such as your games console, satellite receiver and
mp3 player to form the heart of your home entertainment system.
The result is a totally involving home entertainment experience,
delivered through 5.1 surround sound.
CLASSIK
Movie can also be used as a local room receiver in a Linn
KNEKT multi-room system, allowing you to benefit from Linn
performance throughout your home.The CLASSIK Movie is an investment
in serious home theatre and, coupled with KOMPONENT, offers
an unrivalled home theatre experience in a timeless package,
in a word – amazing.
To
hear the new CMS with the Komponent 5.1 loudpeaker system,
simply call or e-mail us at JTS to book a dem!
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Home Theatre Projectors
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For the home theater enthusiasts a CRT television, Plasma, LCD
or rear projection display just will not do. Whilst impressive
in their own right, these displays are nothing compared with
a high end projector. Once upon a time, a quality high-end
projector came only in the form of a box with dimensions to
rival any coffee table and looked like it had the capability
to launch three miniature surface-to-air-missiles. But like
our anti-aircraft technology, projectors have come along way
since then. With advancements like LCD and DLP the size of
projectors decreased dramatically.
The range of projectors on today's market is
simply massive. However, like hi-fi, there is a real separation
between quality projectors and mass market. So what are you
looking for in a projector?
Because the space between the projector and
the projected image is non-enclosed the image is highly susceptible
to external light. Due to this there are certain factors one
should consider. Firstly you should consider the space in
which your projector will be used. Is there going to be uncontrollable
natural light? Do you have a dedicated theatre room where
turning off lights will not be inconvenient for the rest of
the family? What is the distance between the screen and the
projector? These questions will help you determine what minimum
specifications you require for your projector in terms of
Brightness (ANSI Lumens), Colour Ratio and the throwing distance
of the lens.
Other factors to consider are, type of screen,
lamp life, connections (ie. Component, DVI, VGA etc) and noise.
To learn more and make an informed choice about projectors
speak to our staff at Jim Tate Stereo. We would be happy to
point you in the
right direction.
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See the SIM 2 range
What is DLP Technology?
Take a look at this brief introduction to DLP
technology.
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SIM 2 Release NEW Domino Range
Over the years, SIM2 has gained an enviable reputation
by meeting the industry's demands for new and emerging technologies.
It offers high-quality, innovative design, as well as effective,
reliable, and intuitive solutions that meet the customers' needs
in any application.
The Sim2 Domino18H offers the movie lover a superb
cinema experience. The ‘Matterhorn’ 576P DLP chip delivers
a smooth film-like image with rich colours and deep contrast levels.
Even better, its 6000 hour lamp life means low maintenance and reduced
running costs. Finally, the Domino 18H is equipped with an HDMI
input for pure digital video quality.
SIM2 Domino30H uses the HD2 DMD and delivers 1280 x 720 resolution
in native 16:9 format. Featuring a globe life of up to 6000 hrs,
built in Faroudja, DCDi processing and DVI/ HDMI inputs.
Want one of the worlds finest front projectors.. look
no further. The Sim2 C3X has arrived......
A home theatre creates
an exclusive domain within your living space, where you're immersed
in a total entertainment experience. This is best achieved by using
a 3-chip DLP™ technology based projector, that offers the
best result in front projection applications. SIM2's Grand Cinema™
C3X series has been created to fulfil the needs and dreams of discerning
customers seeking to enjoy a truly high end "ultimate real
cinema experience". All this from the smallest, lightest and
most elegant 3-chip projector ever made. This was achieved after
a lengthy, thorough study of projector design and significant investments
in R&D. The Grand Cinema™ C3X is not just another 3-chip
projector - SIM2 engine and electronics solutions make the difference!
SIM2's R&D expertise has made it possible to reduce the size
and increase performance of this 3-chip design, creating a sophisticated
and innovative product.
Call or mail JTS for pricing and availability.
Digital Television - Set Top Box
Digital television
has had a some what slow introduction but as the hours of
digital television broadcasts increases more and more people
are making the switch away from Analog to digital. Digital
television offers picture perfect 16:9 widescreen vision and
5.1 digital sound. Along with that it has the capability of
multi channel broadcasting and Electronic Program Guides (EPG).
Digital broadcasting will also offer iTV services in the near
future allowing the users to access extra information from
broadcasters. Australian Digital Television is broadcasted
in both Standard Definition (SD) and High Definition. The
advantage of HD is its increased number of lines (576 progressive
lines) allowing for greater clarity. For more about the Digital
television visit www.dba.org.au
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Technologies offer two variants of SD set top boxes. The SRT5300
and SRT5390. Both receive SD TV reception and provide outputs
for digital audio. The SRT5390 includes recording capability
with up to 28 hours of recording space. HD Varients are available
and on display at JTS.
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$5,999.00 
$7,499