Using your Windows-powered PC as the media source for your home theater system can be a great option, but it comes with its own set of challenges. One of the most important aspects is calibrating your display for optimal performance. With Windows 11, this process can be a bit challenging. While your TV, monitor, or projector may have some built-in color calibration settings, you will need to use HDR and color settings apps within your Windows 11 system to get everything looking just right.
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Many of the games that are available for Windows 10 or 11 are compatible with a surround sound system. There are even a few select games that have Dolby Atmos compatibility. The majority of surround sound games will be mixed for a 5.1 speaker setup. In this article, I will show you how to set up your Windows sound settings, so you can enjoy these games in your home theater.
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How to Turn on HDR in Windows 11
Microsoft first embraced HDR with Windows 10, giving users the ability to switch it on and off in their display settings. In Windows 11 we see better integration of HDR, including auto-HDR features that toggle it on and off when needed. In this article, I’ll go over everything you need to know about HDR in Windows 11.
5 Essential Home Theater Programs
If you choose to have a Windows PC as your media source for your Home Theater, you are going to have a much longer setup process than an Xbox or Blu-ray player. Windows is a complex system and still doesn’t work perfectly with home theater setups. You’ll spend plenty of time trying to get everything working, but to help you out, I’ve compiled a list of essential software.