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Help with some Pre Wiring

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I am in the process of finishing a basement.  I am looking to set-up a centralized wiring closet.  I have three rooms in the basement.  I am trying to plan for the future (do not have the money to set-up everything now).  I have the location to the TVs that I am going to eventually install.  I do not plan to put surround sound in these three rooms.  I have another bigger room that will eventually have the works.  This is what I am planning so far. 

Each TV will have the following run from the central closet:
1- Component
2 -HDMI
1 -RG6 Coax
2 -Cat 6.
1 -2 inch conduit

I would like to set-up the universal remote with a repeater to control all devises. 

My question is am I missing anything or is this overkill?  I got some of the wiring already from monoprice.

Any help is greatly appreciated.




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1.  Component carries video.  What about the sound or will you be using a 5 conductor cable for this?
2.  How many HDMI inputs does each TV have?
3.  Why? 
4.  Conduit for future runs is great but why not over-wire in the beginning?

Compare the cost of in-wall rated component cables vs. making your own from RG-59 or RG-6.  For around $100 I picked up 1,000' of copper clad RG-59 and 50 RCA connectors.  It was an e-bay deal so your milage may vary.  It works out cheaper for me since my runs were pretty long.

Welcome to the forum.  There's a section below this one for asking questions about building a dedicated room and that includes wiring questions like this.
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Will all source components be located in the central closet?  If so, the number of wires run to each location can be reduced to what ever is essential to deliver a signal (one HDMI and/or one component).  If you plan to put source components at each TV, then a single (or double for some dish systems) RG6 may be sufficient for now and the 2" conduit provides your future proofing.  Unless you have a specific need for Cat 6, Cat 5e will likely handle your needs.  Cat 6 is bulky and much harder to finish than Cat 5e.

Making your own cable from either RG59 or RG6 wire is a good way to go.  You will need to invest in a decent cable stripper and compression tool to install the ends.

 

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dguard,

I do plan on putting all the components in one closet.  Without multiple runs how can I use multiple components?  For example I want to have the Cable/DVD/BlueRay/Xbox all to one TV.  Would I need sometype of automated switch?  For right now I am running 3HDMI, 1 Component, 2 Cat 6.  I have not put the Drywall up yet.



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I only have 1 HDMI input on my projector and I have 3 HDMI components connected to it.  My HDMI switch has 4 inputs so I can add another later.  Most quality receivers have HDMI switching built in.  I'm still using a non-HDMI receiver for my audio and a switch was cheaper than upgrading to a new receiver.

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In my configuration source selection is done by a receiver.  All source components, the receiver, and the whole house audio equipment are located together in a central location.  Selection and control of the equipment is handled using an RF remote control.  If you were not planning to put a receiver at the head-end of each TV, then consider an HDMI switch.  Low end models are sub-$50.

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Now I understand.  I probably just overwired then.  I am only finishing half of my basement which is a play room for the kids and a fitness room.  For those 2 I am not worried about the sound I am ok with the sound from the TV speakers.  The next area will be the media room/bar.  I appreciate your help.
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