*** THE OFFICIAL HOME THEATER & AUDIO THREAD**

[Morpheus]

Thanks fellas

[DVSTT]

Anyone have this system? Is it good. Looking to bring one down with me when I travel.

http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B0077V88V ... mp_s_a_1_1

[noshownogo]

Anyone know where I could get an audio optical cable terminating connector?

The black tip in the pic

[Anton]

Tried Radio Shack?

[Zim]

I was to also suggest that.
If not amazon has them cheap and they work well

[Duane 3NE 2NR]

Anyone know where I could get an audio optical cable terminating connector?

not meaning to sidetrack, but any reason you using optical for audio?

[Duane 3NE 2NR]

Anyone have this system? Is it good. Looking to bring one down with me when I travel.

http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B0077V88V ... mp_s_a_1_1

you can also try this route and put a better sounding system together yourself.

[noshownogo]

Using it to carry audio from my PS4 to my receiver as it doesn't support HDMI.

In timing I'm going to upgrade.

Radio Shack was the first place I tried with no luck, guess Amazon for it. Thanks guys

[Duane 3NE 2NR]

Using it to carry audio from my PS4 to my receiver as it doesn't support HDMI.

In timing I'm going to upgrade.

ah ok

[Anton]

You can also try Circuit Zone

[X_Factor]

Supertech has optical cables
i think i paid 40$ for one

[Zim]

Using it to carry audio from my PS4 to my receiver as it doesn't support HDMI.

In timing I'm going to upgrade.

Radio Shack was the first place I tried with no luck, guess Amazon for it. Thanks guys

Oh I doing something similar with my PS3 n tv. My pre/pro doesn't have HDMI. Thankfully it has fiber optic though. It also has DVI but none of my devices support that.

Sucks you didn't get it at Radio Shack. Well Amazon or if u still wanna try locally, try Montrose Electronics or the Wizz Computers

So I take I'm the only one up on here running separates?

[Anton]

*feels left out/ignored

1080p projector guys. What brand do you use?

I'm thinking of getting one for occassional movies and gaming. I'm considering replacement bulb price, noise, heat, "not completely dark room" viewing etc.

These are just some I came across....

http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00E4JEDW ... mp_s_a_1_1

http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00E19RFF ... mp_s_a_1_1

http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00EU9V3V ... p_s_a_1_10

I use a BenQ710ST as my daily in my living room. It works for me. The black level isn't videophile grade in the ambient light but it's sufficient for me.

[DVSTT]

Anyone have this system? Is it good. Looking to bring one down with me when I travel.

http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B0077V88V ... mp_s_a_1_1

you can also try this route and put a better sounding system together yourself.

I'm on a budget of $300.00 USD so I'm a bit low on choices unless I go for the HTIB systems. At least with this I can swap receiver and speakers later on.

[X_Factor]

Using it to carry audio from my PS4 to my receiver as it doesn't support HDMI.

In timing I'm going to upgrade.

Radio Shack was the first place I tried with no luck, guess Amazon for it. Thanks guys

Oh I doing something similar with my PS3 n tv. My pre/pro doesn't have HDMI. Thankfully it has fiber optic though. It also has DVI but none of my devices support that.

Sucks you didn't get it at Radio Shack. Well Amazon or if u still wanna try locally, try Montrose Electronics or the Wizz Computers

So I take I'm the only one up on here running separates?

nope, you will be amazed at what some ppl running here who dont really post often

and if you buy a HTIB you will have to sell the entire thing when upgrading

[Morpheus]

Thanks bud...

My intention is for occassional use for gaming and movies.

Intend to get a larger HDTV for the living room. 32" is the new 20"

[Zim]

nope, you will be amazed at what some ppl running here who don't really post often

Really? okay nice! Glad I not so left out as i thought U know anyone? I really new at this wanted some hints and advice. Thanks

and if you buy a HTIB you will have to sell the entire thing when upgrading

So true. A decent HT system not hard nor too costly 2 build. If you really on a small budegt, buy in parts. Buy a decent receiver & build from there. Amazon has the Denon AVR-E200. A very nice starter receiver. Everything you need nothing you don't. Decent power. I owened this at one time. Paid way more than its current asking price of US $149

[rnlsouth]

Wtk anyone that repairs dlp projectors. I have a viewsonic 5122pjd.

[Duane 3NE 2NR]

Thanks bud...

My intention is for occassional use for gaming and movies.

Intend to get a larger HDTV for the living room. 32" is the new 20"

yup, 32" is for your kitchen or toilet or something lol. Doesn't even make a decent desktop monitor unless you spend plenty $$$ on a 2560 x 1440 res screen.

[Morpheus]

For real. Ting looking small small. Time to relegate that to a small bedroom yes. LoL

[rmtuner]

Wtk anyone that repairs dlp projectors. I have a viewsonic 5122pjd.

call Vijay 749 2931

Fixed our Samsung DLP TV. It was the DLP Chip.
DLP projectors uses same tech.

[Xecutive]

I'm on a budget of $300.00 USD so I'm a bit low on choices unless I go for the HTIB systems. At least with this I can swap receiver and speakers later on.

So true. A decent HT system not hard nor too costly 2 build. If you really on a small budegt, buy in parts. Buy a decent receiver & build from there. Amazon has the Denon AVR-E200. A very nice starter receiver. Everything you need nothing you don't. Decent power. I owened this at one time. Paid way more than its current asking price of US $149

The advantage is that when upgrading you have the option of swapping out individual components. The disadvantage is the cost in purchasing equipment. Once you start buying the various speakers (L/R/C/RL/RR/Sub) the cost will eventually add up. It depends on what your budget is and what you really want from the system. IMO, building from scratch and selecting good quality items will allow you to hold on to the system for quite some time.

[Zim]

^I couldn't have stated it better myself

[Sanctifier]

This is interesting... and the special offer works too... US $160 shipped to Miami.

Link--> Aries Matrix wireless HDMI Transmitter & Receiver for $149.99 (Regular price: $299.99)

The coupon code is good through July 3.

[DVSTT]

I'm on a budget of $300.00 USD so I'm a bit low on choices unless I go for the HTIB systems. At least with this I can swap receiver and speakers later on.

So true. A decent HT system not hard nor too costly 2 build. If you really on a small budegt, buy in parts. Buy a decent receiver & build from there. Amazon has the Denon AVR-E200. A very nice starter receiver. Everything you need nothing you don't. Decent power. I owened this at one time. Paid way more than its current asking price of US $149

The advantage is that when upgrading you have the option of swapping out individual components. The disadvantage is the cost in purchasing equipment. Once you start buying the various speakers (L/R/C/RL/RR/Sub) the cost will eventually add up. It depends on what your budget is and what you really want from the system. IMO, building from scratch and selecting good quality items will allow you to hold on to the system for quite some time.

I was under the impression that the onkyo system I linked could be parted out and upgraded one by one. I'm still in school so I can't blow large sums of money on system components just yet.

[speedmelter]

blow all of your money wisely on the things you love dude. you wont regret it

[X_Factor]

I'm on a budget of $300.00 USD so I'm a bit low on choices unless I go for the HTIB systems. At least with this I can swap receiver and speakers later on.

So true. A decent HT system not hard nor too costly 2 build. If you really on a small budegt, buy in parts. Buy a decent receiver & build from there. Amazon has the Denon AVR-E200. A very nice starter receiver. Everything you need nothing you don't. Decent power. I owened this at one time. Paid way more than its current asking price of US $149

The advantage is that when upgrading you have the option of swapping out individual components. The disadvantage is the cost in purchasing equipment. Once you start buying the various speakers (L/R/C/RL/RR/Sub) the cost will eventually add up. It depends on what your budget is and what you really want from the system. IMO, building from scratch and selecting good quality items will allow you to hold on to the system for quite some time.

I was under the impression that the onkyo system I linked could be parted out and upgraded one by one. I'm still in school so I can't blow large sums of money on system components just yet.

no it cant, a HTIB comes with a passive sub with the receiver supplying the power for it
Most does not even have a sub out (pre out) so you are pretty much stuck with an aweful sounding sub.....the power rating is also limited as they pretty much match the speakers supplied with them
so even if you upgrade speakers later, your not sure they will be powered properly and if not you run the risk of clipping the receiver

so be wise when you spend, as when time to upgrade and re-sell the present equipment you may have to cut deep losses

[DVSTT]

I'm on a budget of $300.00 USD so I'm a bit low on choices unless I go for the HTIB systems. At least with this I can swap receiver and speakers later on.

So true. A decent HT system not hard nor too costly 2 build. If you really on a small budegt, buy in parts. Buy a decent receiver & build from there. Amazon has the Denon AVR-E200. A very nice starter receiver. Everything you need nothing you don't. Decent power. I owened this at one time. Paid way more than its current asking price of US $149

The advantage is that when upgrading you have the option of swapping out individual components. The disadvantage is the cost in purchasing equipment. Once you start buying the various speakers (L/R/C/RL/RR/Sub) the cost will eventually add up. It depends on what your budget is and what you really want from the system. IMO, building from scratch and selecting good quality items will allow you to hold on to the system for quite some time.

I was under the impression that the onkyo system I linked could be parted out and upgraded one by one. I'm still in school so I can't blow large sums of money on system components just yet.

no it cant, a HTIB comes with a passive sub with the receiver supplying the power for it
Most does not even have a sub out (pre out) so you are pretty much stuck with an aweful sounding sub.....the power rating is also limited as they pretty much match the speakers supplied with them
so even if you upgrade speakers later, your not sure they will be powered properly and if not you run the risk of clipping the receiver

so be wise when you spend, as when time to upgrade and re-sell the present equipment you may have to cut deep losses

At this point I just need a little setup nothing big. How about this one then ?

http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00J5CHXR ... 232&sr=8-2

[X_Factor]

i guess thats not bad once the 60lbs or so shipping weight isnt a prob

[Xecutive]

What I could suggest is possibly going with the denon receiver Zim suggested for 150us on amazon and select an entry level 5.1 setup. I saw amazon also had the Polk audio rm6750. Not sure on the reviews about it but the price was 190us. Only 40bucks over ur budget. At least when ur getting rid of the speakers u'll still be able to hold on to the receiver. Do some searching, u may not regret it