Set It All Up and Enjoy

If you already have equipment you want to shoehorn into a smaller space, the first part—mapping everything out and paying attention to viewing distances and angles—will be most important to you. However, if you're looking to buy for a small space, the second part—making sure you have items that work well with your space and finding ways to save space while still getting high quality sound and video—will be critical. Don't toss out a beautiful 65" screen because your living room is now only 7 feet across, but do know that if that screen is only 720p, you'll know it (whether you care is a different matter!) Similarly, don't blow the budget on a pair of massive Polk or Klipsch floor speakers only to find out that you don't have the floor space to set them up. We hope these tips will help you make the most of your small-space home theater, or at least shop with your living room in mind. You don't have to have a huge space or deep pockets to build a quality home theater. Just shop smart and buy wisely, then set it all up with attention to detail when you get home. Good luck!