Over-the-air (OTA) TV delivers a lot of programming to homes for free. It works when the internet goes down, it's better than cable or streaming in terms of resolution and clarity with no harsh compression, it's immune to corporate disputes that result in blackouts—and did we mention it's FREE? Michael Heiss talks with Scott Wilkinson about the benefits of OTA and how to get it in your home.
Host: Scott Wilkinson
Guest: Michael Heiss
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Find out how Christopher Nolan's next epic is pushing IMAX technology to new limits, plus replies about wireless surround systems, high-res audio, and finding compact 2.0 speakers! Get real-world answers to listener questions and wise gear recommendations straight from this special chatroom episode!
Host: Scott Wilkinson
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Jeremy Kipnis had what is probably the most extensive—and expensive—home theater in the world. Unfortunately, he passed away in 2019, and his incredible theater is no more. But it's worth remembering for its staggering grandeur.
Host: Scott Wilkinson
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Listener Jason asks which is better for the center channel: a speaker designed for that purpose, or the same speaker as the front left and right? What are the pros and cons of each approach? Also, same question for the surround speakers. Scott Wilkinson has some answers.
Host: Scott Wilkinson
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Michael S wonders about his LG B7A OLED TV's Multi-View (side-by-side) mode. Apparently, one of the side-by-side images must be from the TV's internal tuner. Is that normal? Scott Wilkinson has the answer.
Host: Scott Wilkinson
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In episode 492, Scott Wilkinson answered a question from listener Andy Z about placement options for his new JMGO N1 Ultra projector in a room he was remodeling to be a dedicated home theater. Now, the project is finished, and the results are impressive!
Host: Scott Wilkinson
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John Hunter asks about using high-end TVs as computer monitors. It's certainly possible, but there are several considerations to keep in mind. Scott Wilkinson explains.
Host: Scott Wilkinson
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Tron: Ares is the third installment in the Tron franchise from Disney, which spans over 40 years. Scott Wilkinson saw it in IMAX 3D and gives his review here. Is it worth $25 or more to see it in IMAX?
Host: Scott Wilkinson
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Listener Daniel bought a $150 turntable/CD player to listen to some records by his friend's band, but the sound was terrible. He would like some recommendations for a not-terribly-expensive turntable that sounds decent, and Scott Wilkinson has some.
Host: Scott Wilkinson
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Victor Pavy sent in the shortest listener question we've ever received! He wants to know Scott Wilkinson's opinion of the new Dolby Vision 2 HDR format, which was just announced at the IFA 2025 trade show. Scott was going to talk about anyway, because it's an important upgrade to the already-best HDR format.
Host: Scott Wilkinson
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