A receiver in general is the component that provides the main control of an audio system. Dolby Digital is one format of receiver that provides a high-quality video stream. For that movie theater experience, Dolby Digital can bring your DVDs to life and create the ultimate cinema feel at home. Dolby Digital is typically the standard for DVD and HDTV equipment.
Instructions
Pick a Dolby Digital Receiver
1. Plan a budget and stick to it. The higher-quality receivers may have amazing performance, but they usually come at an extremely high cost.
2. Determine how many inputs you will need. This will depend largely on the number of components in your system. It is best to get a receiver that has a few more inputs than needed.
3. Make sure some of your inputs are for S-video connections rather than coaxial. S-video usually provides a better quality of picture.
4. Pick the Dolby Digital receiver with the correct number of channels. For instance, you will want a 5.1-channel receiver if you have five speakers and one subwoofer.
5. Figure out the number of watts that are needed. A good rule of thumb is 100 watts per channel.
6. Find out about the dealer or seller's return policy. You may not be able to return a receiver you've purchased used or on sale, even if you have a receipt. You should be particularly conscientious about picking the exact equipment your system requires to avoid the hassles of returning unneeded products.
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