Help out a home theater idiot.

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I got a DVD player 2 or 3 months ago, and finally got the chance to sit down and watch my first DVD movie last night. HT isn't my thing, but I reviewed my equipment that I have. I have an Onkyo receiver that does Dolby Pro Logic. I understand the differences between the old Dolby surround and Dolby Pro Logic, and I also know that all of the digital stuff out there is much better. So I did a quick internet peek at what is currently on the market and I got confused. I see stuff about Dolby Digital, Dolby 5.1, AC-3, DTS, DVD-A. Is there a one stop webpage that explains all of this? All I want is a new receiver that has some digital goodies on it!
My other HT equipment is typical mid-fi stuff. A JBL Cinema Series non-powered sub/satellite setup, Toshiba DVD player, and a decent 4-head/stereo VCR. The TV is a run of the mill 36", I can't remember what brand, but I don't think it even has an S-video jack, just RCA input.
Thanks!
McCracken

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Topic - Help out a home theater idiot. - McCracken 09:53:50 06/14/01 (2)

Re: Help out a home theater idiot. - RAW 10:53:45 06/14/01 (1)

Re: Help out a home theater idiot. - GCM 08:48:41 06/20/01 (0)

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