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  1. Matt D K

    Severly disapponted / What should I expect?

    I just got a Pioneer DVR 210 from Santa. First DVD recorder. Replacing a JVC 65. Will use it for main DVD player as well as recorder. I have Digital/Hi-def cable and Hitachi 57" projection screen. I also hace the Time Warner Hi Def Tuner/recorder. I mainly wanted this unit to record from the hi...
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    BlueJean Cables vs. Monster Video 3

    How good are the BlueJean RGB video cables? How about compared to the MonsterCable Video 3 line? I am using them between my JVC progressivi scan dvd ant Hitachi 57swx20b as well as my HiDef digital cable box. Any real difference at all? Also how are there single cables for subwoofer use...
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    How to sharpen picture on Hitachi 57SWX20b

    I have read alot about making adjustments on this unit thru the service menu but can't nail down on how to "sharpen " the picture. I can live with the slight color irregularities... but the picture is driving me NUTS! I can't believe the picture can't get better than this on DVD or HD cable. Am...
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    Replay TV or TIVO?

    I'l looking at purchasing one of these units, Either one better than the other? They look pretty similiar to me....
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    is it possible ..descent projector and screen for under $2500??

    Will me used strictly for movies. I don't know much about projectors or screens, just got my first RPTV and am really disappointed. Would rathe watch every day TV on old television and watch movies on screen and projector. I actually have a pretty good set-up I think for this application...
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    Tell me I made a good choice...... PLEASE?

    I just brought home the Hitachi 57SWX20B. After much deliberation between it and the Sony KP57WV600, I decided on the Hitachi. I got it for just under $2K. Was this a wise choice?
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    Best DIY speakers for Piano?

    I am looking in to building a set of speakers for my disabled brother. He listens to music about 10 hours a day and was a concert pianist/organist many years back. He is very critical on piano music played back thru most speakers. Is there a speaker design out there that could address this? He...
  8. Matt D K

    best firing direction for Shiva?

    Will the Shiva work as well mounted vertically as it does horizontal? I would prever to mount it facing forward and the port firing down on to a base plate mounted 2-4" below. Should this be a problem? Have abou 92culiters, using PE 250w amp in a 16 x 17 room with vaulted ceilings to about 14'...
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    'popping" sound from Shiva sub ?

    WEll I powered up my new set-up (Shiva in 107 liter cabinet vented with 4"flared portfull length powered by PE 250watt amp) last nite. It sounds pretty good with the little I've played it and not really tweaking. My problem is that at somewhat high volumes the sub "pops". I don't think it's a...
  10. Matt D K

    Anyway to bypass/disable x-over on PE 250w amp?

    I am using the PE 250w amp for my subwoofer project and need to know if ther is a way to disable the crossover. My receiver has very good bass management (down to 40hz) and would like to disable the x-over in the sub amp. Thanks in advance Matt
  11. Matt D K

    Help with porting of new Shiva enclosure PLEASE

    My enclosure is just about finished. I am in need of some help with the port size/frequency. The net volume(not counting port or speaker displacement) is 6522 cu inches/106.876 liters. I am using the PE 250 watt amp. My main speakers are Polk LSi15's which have an 8" woofer and play nicely...
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    Please help with Shiva project !!

    Well I've decided on the Shiva MKIII with the PE 250w amp. Ijust cannot decide on an enclosure. I would luv to keep it as small as possible, but am willing to forgo the small size for the ultimate output. Am undecided about sealed or vented as well. It will be mostly used for home theater, but...
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    is it possible... small (relatively) sub with 20-25hz output?

    I'm looking to build a sub shortly. It will me used mostly for home theater, but some occassional nice music listening. My room is about 16 x 16 with 10' ceilings. My main speakers are Polk Lsi15's driven by an Adcom 545II(modified), and Polk Lsi 7's for surround driven by an Adcom 2535. I will...
  14. Matt D K

    Monster Cable Powerbar 2100 for sale *NEW*

    I have a new, unopened Monster Cable Powerbar model 2100 for sale. I bought this and a 2600 a few months ago, but have come to only need the 2600. It is actually equivilent to the 2600, just a different setup/shape. This is quite a unique unit, I would suggest going to the Monster Cable website...
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