Setting up a proper home theater doesn’t have to be terribly expensive or complicated. If you’re still watching TV on a tiny screen and crappy speakers, it’s time to upgrade. Here’s how to set up your first real home theater.

There are a few basic components to any home theater setup. In this case, when we say “home theater,” we’re not talking about putting a full movie theater in your home—though we’ve shown you how to do that before—we’re just describing what your home entertainment system will be like when you’re finished: multiple devices, an awesome TV, great speakers, all working together in harmony.

What You’ll Need for Any Home Theater

We’re going to assume you have a few things already, like a game console, Blu-ray player, or a cable box—the stuff you’re actually going to hook up to your home theater. Our home theater will be a little basic (after all, these can get really complicated if you have the budget and the space), but it’s a good start if you don’t have much gear.
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