Also known as a digital media renderer or receiver, the digital media adapter is an electronic device that makes it possible to connect a personal computer to a home theater system. As a result of the connection, it is possible to locate various online media and transfer it to a television or other audio-visual equipment that is incorporated into the home media system. Some forms of this device are proprietary designs that will only work with home theater equipment manufactured by specific companies, while other adapters work well with a system created using components made by different manufacturers.