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A/V Connectors Explained

A/V Connectors Explained

Modern audio and video devices connect to your TV or receiver’s HDMI port. If you were wondering why there are often still other connectors and slots at the back of your TV, check out Techquickie’s video explaining each connector’s purpose.

LG CineBeam HU85L 4K Projector

LG CineBeam HU85L 4K Projector

The second generation of LG’s CineBeam short-throw 4K laser projector has a horizontal orientation, making it easy to mount on any flat surface. It can create a 90″ image at 2″ away, and a 120″ at 7″ away. It can be operated via voice commands. Drops 2019.

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Nebula Prizm II Home Projector

Nebula Prizm II Home Projector
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The second version of Anker’s Nebula Prizm II is twice the price of its predecessor, but it’s resolution has been significantly increased, from just 480p to 1080p. It can create up to a 120″ display has up to 40º keystone correction, and has USB and HDMI inputs.

V-Jet 4K Wireless HDMI Adapter

V-Jet 4K Wireless HDMI Adapter

Wisejet’s two-part gadget lets you wirelessly mirror the screen of a USB-C device to an HDMI display up to 10 yards away. It doesn’t need an internet connection or even local Wi-Fi to work. Just plug in the transmitter to your USB-C device and the receiver to your HDMI display.

Devialet Phantom Reactor

Devialet Phantom Reactor

Devialet’s one-of-a-kind Phantom speakers are as huge as they are pricey. But the entry-level Phantom Reactor is at least within a mortal’s reach. The speaker packs the same room-filling, distortion-free sound as its bigger brothers, but in a smaller and less costly package.

Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K

Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K
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Amazon upgrades its casting and streaming device with support for up to 4K 60fps streaming and Alexa integration. The Fire TV Stick 4K is compatible with Dolby Vision, HDR, HDR10+, and Dolby Atmos. It also lets you control other smart devices via Alexa.

Caavo Control Center

Caavo Control Center

Caavo’s Control Center is perfect for folks who have lots of streaming hardware, streaming subscriptions, or both. Plug them all in to the Control Center and you’ll be able to search through them as if they were one device. It also supports Google Assistant and Amazon Alexa.

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Fujifilm Rotating Lens Projector

Fujifilm Rotating Lens Projector

Fujifilm has developed an ultra short throw projector that has a lens that rotates on two axes. This allows for more options when mounting the device, as well as the option to aim at various surfaces – floor, wall, ceiling – without moving the device itself.

Roku Premiere+ (2018 Model)

Roku Premiere+ (2018 Model)

Roku’s updated Premiere+ streaming stick is a pocket-sized device that supports 4K HDR streaming. It comes with a remote control that has dedicated buttons for your TV’s power and volume, as well as a microphone for voice control. Drops 10/7/18.

JBL L100 Classic Speakers

JBL L100 Classic Speakers

JBL revisits one of its most famous and bestselling speakers, updating its cabinet and drivers. The L100 Classic looks strikingly like the L100 bookshelf speakers from the ’70s, but it has an improved tweeter and dome. Available with an orange, black or blue grille.

Amazon Fire TV Recast

Amazon Fire TV Recast

Amazon’s Fire TV Recast is a DVR for over-the-air TV channels. You can record up to 4 shows at once, and stream both recorded or live videos over Fire TV, the new Echo Show and through your mobile devices using the Fire TV app.

Mofo Pole TV Mount

Mofo Pole TV Mount
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The Mofo Pole is a VESA-compatible TV mount that lets you place your TV anywhere in your home, as long as there’s a ceiling. Setup takes under 2 minutes and there are no tools needed. You can easily move and reinstall it as well. It supports TVs between 32″ to 65″.

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2018 Vizio Home Theater Sound System

2018 Vizio Home Theater Sound System

Vizio’s 8-channel home theater sound system supports Dolby Atmos at a competitive price. Its 36″ sound bar has upward-firing drivers for immersive sound. It also has Chromecast built-in and works with Google Assistant. A 46″, 10-channel version is coming soon for $999.

Nebula Prizm Home Projector

Nebula Prizm Home Projector
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Anker’s latest Nebula is an incredibly affordable entry-level projector. The Prizm projects an 800 x 480 display up to a 100″. It has a 100 lumen lamp and built-in keystone correction. You can connect devices to it via USB or HDMI.

Logitech K600 TV Keyboard

Logitech K600 TV Keyboard

Logitech’s new K600 TV is a Bluetooth keyboard designed for use with Smart TVs. It has a built-in directional pad and multitouch trackpad, as well as multimedia playback and left- and right-click mouse buttons. It can also be paired with computers and mobile devices.

Lenovo 500 Multimedia Controller

Lenovo 500 Multimedia Controller
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The Lenovo 500 Multimedia Controller is a great way to navigate and control your home theater computer, or any Windows or Mac computer for that matter. The keyboard doubles as a multitouch trackpad. It lasts up to 8 mo. on 2 AAA batteries and works up to 65 ft. away.

Klipsch Heritage Theater Bar

Klipsch Heritage Theater Bar

The Klipsch extravagant three-channel speaker is made for deep-pocketed folks who want a soundbar that matches their home theater setup. You can customize your unit’s length – between 54″ to 80″ – as well as its wood veneer and cloth.

Aftermaster Pro for TV

Aftermaster Pro for TV

The Aftermaster Pro is a small gadget that will enhance your TV’s sound, especially if you’re using its built-in speakers. It automatically increases the volume and depth and clarifies dialogue. Simply plug it in between your source and your TV and you’re good to go.

Yamaha YAS-108 Soundbar

Yamaha YAS-108 Soundbar

If you’re looking for a feature-packed soundbar that won’t break the bank, check out the new Yamaha YAS-108. It has Dolby Virtual:X virtual surround sound, a mode that boosts voices for clear dialogue and two built-in subwoofers. Has analog, optical, HDMI and Bluetooth inputs.

LG HU80KA 4K Projector

LG HU80KA 4K Projector

LG’s new 4K and HDR-enabled projector can create up to a 150″ screen. It has Bluetooth, MiraCast, USB and HDMI inputs, but it also has WebOS with popular streaming services such as Netflix and Amazon built-in. You can also stream content from mobile devices.

Amazon Fire TV Cube

Amazon Fire TV Cube

The Fire TV Cube is a 4K media streaming device with Amazon’s Alexa assistant. It lets you control your TV, sound system and cable box with your voice. Like other Alexa devices, it also lets you operate home automation devices, look up information online and more.

DreamScreen Backlighting Kits

DreamScreen Backlighting Kits

DreamScreen offers LED backlighting systems for a wide range of TV and monitor sizes. They even have support for 4K TVs. The backlighting can augment not just video but also music playback. They can also serve as standalone ambient lighting.

LG SK10Y Soundbar

LG SK10Y Soundbar

New for 2018, the SK10Y soundbar is a 550-watt, 5.1.2 sound system with Chromecast built-in, so you can use your voice to search and play songs. It supports Dolby Atmos and Meridian Height Elevation tech to make it seem like dialogue is coming from the screen.

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