A comparison showing a large, futuristic floating building, with the left displaying deeper contrast and shadow detail, while the right appears brighter and slightly washed out, illustrating different HDR settings.
Home Theater

Dynamic Tone Mapping: Guide to Perfect HDR on Projectors

You bought a 4K HDR projector to get that immersive, cinema-quality experience at home. You fire up a movie, ready to be blown away, but instead, you find yourself squinting. Dark scenes are muddy ...
Jan 24, 2026 AWOL Vision Tech
A collage featuring the official logos for Dolby Vision Atmos and HDR10+, representing the leading dynamic HDR formats for home theater.
Home Theater

HDR10 vs. Dolby Vision vs. HDR10+: Which One Matters Most?

Don't choose sides. Discover how the AWOL Vision Aetherion offers universal support for Dolby Vision, HDR10+, and IMAX Enhanced for a future-proof setup.
Jan 16, 2026 AWOL Vision Tech
A nostalgic wall display of classic 90s VHS movie covers arranged in a grid, featuring recognizable titles like Jurassic Park, Braveheart, and Groundhog Day.
Home Theater

Why Do My Movies Look Like a Soap Opera? (And How to Fix It)

You finally upgraded your home theater. You unbox your new 4K laser projector, dim the lights, and fire up a cinematic masterpiece like The Godfather or Dune. But instead of the gritty, dreamlike t...
Jan 16, 2026 AWOL Vision Tech
A split-screen comparison showing a black eagle with deep, high-contrast black levels on the left versus a washed-out, low-contrast grey image on the right, demonstrating projector image quality.
Home Theater

Projector Contrast Ratio: How to Get True Black Levels

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Jan 5, 2026 AWOL Vision Tech
An illustration of a dirt bike jumping out of a large screen, with a magnified diagram showing how the Ambient Light Rejecting (ALR) material absorbs ambient light while reflecting projected light.
Home Theater

What is Projector Screen Gain? What is the Best Gain for Your Room?

When shopping for a projector screen, you will immediately see a number next to the size: "1.0 Gain," "0.6 Gain," or "1.5 Gain." It’s the most common—and most misunderstood—specification on the box...
Jan 3, 2026 AWOL Vision Tech
A graphic comparing "Cinematic", "Daylight", and "Matte White" projection qualities alongside a motorized floor-rising screen station.
Buying Guide

Projector Screen Types: How to Choose the Right Screen for Any Room

When building a home theater, it is easy to obsess over the projector’s specs—lumens, resolution, and laser engines. But even the most advanced projector is only as good as the surface it shines on...
Dec 31, 2025 AWOL Vision Tech
A living room features a large projection screen. A projector sits on a low console in front of the screen, flanked by white floor-standing surround sound speakers and a subwoofer.
Home Theater

Home Theater Wiring Guide: How to Get the Cleanest Setup

You’ve done the fun part. You picked out the Laser TV projector, the screen, and the sound system. You unboxed everything, set it up, and turned it on. The picture is incredible. The sound is room-...
Dec 20, 2025 AWOL Vision Tech
A large projector screen displaying a vibrant surfing scene in a sunlit modern living room with floor-to-ceiling windows, demonstrating daylight viewing capabilities.
Home Theater

Can You Use a Projector in Daylight? The Guide to ALR Screens

We’ve all been there. You set up your home theater, excited to watch the big game or a movie on a Sunday afternoon. You fire up the projector, but as soon as you open the curtains, that vibrant ima...
Dec 20, 2025 AWOL Vision Tech
A modern living room home theater featuring a UST laser projector, a large fixed-frame screen displaying a beach scene, and surround sound speakers.
Buying Guide

The Anatomy of a Perfect UST System: Critical Specs You Need to Know

If you’re in the market for an Ultra Short Throw (UST) projector, you’ve likely realized one thing quickly: the spec sheets are confusing, and the potential for error feels expensive. We see this f...
Dec 8, 2025 AWOL Vision Tech
A family roasts marshmallows around a campfire next to an RV that has an outdoor movie screen set up for a camping cinema experience.
Home Theater

Battery Operated Projectors: The Truth About Outdoor Cinema

There is something undeniably magical about an outdoor movie night. Whether it’s camping in the wilderness, lounging in an RV, or just gathering the family in the backyard, the idea of cinema under...
Dec 2, 2025 AWOL Vision Tech
A diagram illustrating how the microscopic ridges of an ALR screen absorb ambient light from above while reflecting the projector's light back to the viewer.
Home Theater

How to Clean Your Projector Screen Without Ruining It

A clear, vibrant image requires a clean surface. But if you treat your projector screen like a window or a TV, you might destroy it in seconds. There is a reason online forums are full of horror st...
Nov 27, 2025 AWOL Vision Tech
A family of four sits on a couch watching a vibrant movie on a large screen, with a UST projector, two floor-standing speakers, and a subwoofer visible in the home theater setup.
Home Theater

How Much Does a Home Theater Really Cost? A 2025 Price Breakdown

It’s one of the most common—and frustrating—questions in home entertainment. You see an all-in-one "home theater system" online for $800, but then you hear about a neighbor who received a custom in...
Nov 18, 2025 AWOL Vision Tech