Bigger is not always better, or at least that's the case with televisions, plasma and LCD projection screens. This week, more big-screen TV's are sold due to Super Bowl-mania than any other time of year.

Some considerations:

• How big is the room?
• Where will you normally be sitting?
• How far away from the screen is that?

If you sit closer to the screen you want a higher resolution display. Further away, you can have a lesser quality, more inexpensive screen. You don't want the image to overwhelm you. Too close and you can see the pixels refreshing.

Some guidelines for wide-screen (HDTV) displays:

The home theater equation requires much the same considerations as office videoconferencing. The screen should be in a place that doesn't get a lot of glare from outside. A windowless room or windows with black-out shades is desirable.

Neutral colored walls behind where people sit helps keep distractions low. Carpeting is better than wood or hard surfaced flooring for better acoustics.

Whether creating a home theater or a videoconferencing center, an audiovisual consultant can be of great help in determining equipment needs. Enjoy the game!