Can you please offer insight into my projector system? I have questions with regards to projectors, screens, and installation.
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posted by masters2010
on Sep 19, 2012 -
7 answers
Hi
I have a Panasonic VT30 65" plasma and I'm excited about the release of a video game next week. I'd like to celebrate by cashing in some amazon gift cards and adding better sound.
Challenges:
*My bedroom is small, so this stuff has to be low profile.
*I only want to spend a few hundred dollars. Let's say $300-800. I'll upgrade some future day.
I think a standalone receiver is not a sensible option but I'll consider it. Maybe a soundbar with sub is the way to go? If a soundbar really can simulate surround, that's great. If I have to go multispeakers they will have to be low profile.
Thanks for reading. People probably ask this all the time but my search results were pretty poor!
posted by DesmondDoomsday
on Oct 13, 2011 -
8 answers
I'm trying to connect an LG 32" LCD TV and an MSI desktop PC using HDMI, and I'm running into a snag. The TV refuses to recognize the PC, and I'm not entirely sure why. Can anyone help me figure out how this is supposed to work?
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posted by Telpethoron
on Oct 19, 2010 -
3 answers
I have a Onkyo HT-S3200 HTIAB. The speakers are perfect for my needs, but the receiver is lacking one major feature. Help me find a replacement receiver (or help me fix my problem).
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posted by nitsuj
on Oct 6, 2010 -
11 answers
I recently, finally, purchased an HDTV (a Samsung, from the 6000 LED series). I'm totally new to this, but as the sound is not great from the TV itself, I'm wondering what a good, not bank-breaking (but doesn't have to be bargain basement either) home theater set up is.
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posted by dearleader
on Dec 20, 2009 -
10 answers
Please suggest a quality wireless (RF) keyboard that has an integrated touchpad, trackpoint or trackball for use with a home theater PC setup. There's a lot of different things available from Newegg ($35 to $150+) and the other usual sources, but I'm wondering about some first-hand experiences...
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posted by thewalrus
on Nov 26, 2009 -
13 answers
Home amp filter: Shallow cabinet, 5.1-channel, three-input-HDMI, two-zone, good-quality amplifier-receiver -- does it exist?
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posted by rleamon
on Nov 15, 2009 -
2 answers
I'm looking for a home audio receiver + speakers to serve a few different purposes. Can you help me find a good one?
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posted by wordsmith
on Oct 16, 2009 -
3 answers
apple tv or mac mini or both? i've spent the last few hours looking this up, and can not come to a conclusion. i have a few apple gift certs to spend, about $450. my requirements:
i want to connect to my hdtv & my stereo (not a home theater, its a zepplin - http://www.bowers-wilkins.com/display.aspx?infid=2466)
i want to play music & photos preferably without streaming
i want to browse the web
i want to play the occassional dvd (ripped or actually from a dvd)
i dont care about tv shows or movies that much, i have a directv dvr
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posted by fumbducker
on Apr 12, 2009 -
17 answers
What do I need to know when choosing a wall-mounted projection screen for my living room?
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posted by cortex
on Dec 20, 2008 -
9 answers
I bought the ATI Sapphire HD 3870 a couple of months ago. I was especially stoked about the HDMI out feature that would allow me to play audio from my DVD receiver (Samsung HTQ80T/XAA). Well it does that but, the resolution is blurry. Changing the display quality on the pc doesn't help. My PC is connected to the HDMI IN on the receiver and the HDMI OUT on the receiver is connected to my monitor. DVD's look fine but the PC looks horrid. Not sure if it's the Home theater, or the card. Any Ideas as to what I can do about this? thanks.
posted by Student of Man
on Oct 27, 2008 -
6 answers
HD-capable HTPC advice / help? I'm overwhelmed here... XBMC, Boxee, MythTV, Windows Media Center, CableCARDS, Popcorn Hour, Apple TV -- too many options!
What should I build to fit my needs within a reasonable cost?
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posted by twiggy
on Oct 2, 2008 -
16 answers
Help me pick out a LCD HDTV and accoutrements wiithout falling prey to techno-hype! Budget is $2-3k for a ten-year techno-leap. Need to watch NHL hockey.
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posted by ebellicosa
on Jul 23, 2008 -
16 answers
Please help me narrow my search and find the right sound system for my apartment. Thank you!
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posted by iamkimiam
on May 16, 2007 -
14 answers
Looking to buy my first home theater system. Seems most systems come with a DVD/CD player. Thing is, I already have a Sony DVP-NS975P DVD player which I am more than happy with. The DVD player has HDMI output and I would also like to run my Xbox 360 (HDMI) through the receiver. Any recommendations in the sub-$1000 range?
posted by sharksandwich
on Feb 13, 2007 -
4 answers
I'm taking a friend shopping for a home theater tomorrow in San Francisco. She has a very healthy budget, and I want to hit up some of the higher-end boutique stores that can give a good demo. Which ones should we go to?
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posted by wubbie
on Oct 20, 2006 -
12 answers
Home Theater Question: So I want to set up a digital projector on the wall of my apartment and I have one remaining question: XGA or SVGA?
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posted by slapshot57
on Aug 10, 2006 -
11 answers
Pursuant to the valuable surround sound system information found
here and
here, what options do I have with regard to my projector? [+]
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posted by mwhybark
on Apr 15, 2006 -
10 answers
MediaFilter: Does what I want exist? I want to stream media to my home theater, but...
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posted by twiggy
on Nov 25, 2005 -
44 answers
About 5 months ago, we bought an awsome Sony home theater system. At the time, I was focusing on buying a system that would play fully loaded DVD's, and did no research concening audio CDs. Consequently, I've become aware of SACD Cds. Unfortunately, the DVD/CD player does not have that capability. Is the sound of SACD CDs worth upgrading my DVD/CD player?
posted by lola
on Jan 16, 2004 -
13 answers
