One of the most popular topics in the home theater world is the Plasma TV.

A plasma TV is technically only a receiver. It is a lot like a computer monitor. Even though it is only one of many components in a home theater, it is perhaps the most important component because it's the part where you do all your viewing.

This plasma TV is a popular choice because, in most cases, a plasma TV is a flat screen monitor. The thin design makes it very versatile, especially compared to the TV sets of several years ago. Those were bulky and the rest of the room had to be arranged around the television set. A plasma TV is much easier to manipulate. Most models can be mounted on the wall, which makes the home theater resemble a commercial theater.

If you don't want to mount the plasma TV you can choose a cabinet mount instead. These cabinets often have an attractive design and sometimes come with built-in storage for other movies, music, cords and other pieces of equipment.

It is now easier than ever before to find the right plasma TV for your home theater system. Plasma TV technology is now commonly available and there are several major manufacturers. When shopping for a plasma TV for your home theater, consider the distance you'll be seated from the screen to determine the size screen you will need.  You'll also need to have a basic home theater design in mind so that you can choose the right mounting hardware or cabinet.