Sophisticated visual gadgetry and crystal-clear acoustics will count for nothing if you do not have the right lighting
Lighting is every bit as important as any other aspect of a home theatre set-up.
Imagine: you turn on your projector, the screen comes down, your AV equipment breathes into life and then you have to get up from your comfortable couch and turn the lights off.
The scene gets more disruptive if a guest suddenly arrives, or your kids decide to ask for your attention just when you are looking forward to a date with your favourite film - you need to get up and turn on the lights.
This example may sound simplistic, but lighting is one area where home theatre enthusiasts often tend to overlook and underpay.
Without the right lighting creating the right ambience, the home theatre experience is nothing but a trip to the nearest RadioShack.