How to Find a Center Console Car Theater System

The kids can't stand long drives? A center console car theater is great for back seat passenger entertainment during boring commutes and lengthy treks. Follow these steps to find a center console car theater system that will work for you.

Difficulty:

Moderately Easy

Instructions

Things You'll Need

• Internet access
• Computer

1. Determine what screen size you want. Screens range from 3 to 7 inches. The bigger the screen, the more you'll pay.

2. Determine if you want an all-in-one system or a separate DVD and monitor system. An all-in-one system is more convenient but a DVD and monitor system allows for greater flexibility.

3. Look online for a car video retail Web site like autobarn.com or qualitymobilevideo.com. You can also visit electronics stores like Best Buy to browse a wide variety of car theater systems.

4. Browse the different brands and styles. Car theater systems come in a variety of styles and colors, so you can choose the one that best matches your interior. All the major brands like Panasonic and Sony offer center console car theater systems.

5. Choose your accessories. Most car theater systems are compatible with video games, TV tuners and antennas, CD and MP3 players, multiple DVD changers and navigation systems.

Tips & Warnings

• Get a professional to install your system. Trying to connect it yourself without training will simply be too much time and hassle and there are too many potential mistakes.

• Make sure you purchase both a monitor and a media device. A monitor alone is useless without a DVD player, video game system or TV tuner.