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I have heard a lot about home cinema and 5.1 surround sound. I understand the difference between normal pro-logic and 5.1, and would like to upgrade my system to 5.1. This is where I need help. What do I need? I have a Toshiba pro-logic widescreen TV with 2 small rear speakers, a Sky+ satelite system, and a Panasonic DMR-E20 DVD recorder. I am guessing I need an amplifier/decoder to connect to the optical out socket on the DVD and some better rear speakers.

Any guidance would be appreciated.

to get 5.1 sound you need at least 5 speakers (2 fronts, 1 centre and 2 rears) the .1 is for a subwoofer to handle the bass signals, you might not need one if you have hefty enough front speakers.

To decode the signal to feed the speakers you need a amplifier/receiver that can decode 5.1 sound. 5.1 sound comes in Dobly Digital 5.1 and DTS.

Here are some dead helpful sites to check out.

http://www.area450.com/homecinema/odeon.htm

http://www.home-cinema-guide.co.uk/homepage.htm

Good Luck

Nick

Thanks guys, very helpful.