So you've been roaming the aisles of your local electronics store, checking out big-screen TVs and surround systems. But you're not sure where to start. Do you need a flat-panel or a rear-projection set? How big should the screen be? And where should you position all of those speakers? So many decisions to make. Before you spend big bucks on a big-screen, invest a little time in our free online courses. Our industry gurus will teach you everything you need to know to select and set up the ultimate home theater.
About the instructors
Brian Fenton
Brian is a 22-year editorial veteran with a broad range of experience, most recently as executive editor of
Sound & Vision, where he ran the magazine's equipment-testing program.
Ben Patterson
Ben is a Brooklyn-based freelancer and a former senior editor for CNET Help.com and Tech Trends. His home-theater, wireless, and portable music reviews and features appear frequently on CNET.
Eric Sande
Eric is the owner and president of Intertie Systems of San Francisco, a residential digital-integration company in Northern California. He has designed and installed more than 100 modified home theaters throughout California.
