Recent content by JohnA

The Xbox HD is an 8gig hard drive with several partiions. I forget how much is available for game saves, I think around 5gig? In any case, this is a lot of room. If you don't play on live, there are ways to increase HD space to whatever is needed if you find the OEM drive size to be a problem.

What are the details on the DirecTivo? I am also in NH.

Over the last couple of years I have been fortunate enough to replace a lot of my HT gear and need to store my old gear until I am ready to use it in a basement play/family room. The best place (as far as available space) is an un-insulated attic. I am in the north east and tempurature...

Price of clamps depends on the style, length and quantity. The quick-grip clamps I used where 36" long and can be picked up at Home Depot for around $28 each. I never had a need for them prior to building the enclosure, but have since used then many times. One of those things that you will...

I used glue and clamps on my sealed DIY Maelstrom subwoofer. Easy and strong. I was told by a cabinet maker that the glue joint is stronger than the MDF (or mechanical fastening). I didn't believe this and was told to do a simple test. Glue up two pieces of MDF into an "L" shape (using...

I am doing the same research and decision making. My mind was made up on the 701 before the 702 was released. The price drop is very appealing for the 701 (and 702). The only other feature I found on the 702 that is not on the 701 is the ability to display "Kodak" format pictures in addition...

I have not completed the CAT5 runs yet. I have about 1000 feet (surplus)I was given from a friend working in IT. I will try to post some images of my equipment lay outs. Thanks for the replies

I am glad to hear that I won't need to consider a new amplifier. Is there such a big difference between the large ported designs and my sealed 22" cube, or have I become used to the Maelstrom? The Maelstrom is placed in a corner on a first floor, open concept, No internal doorways or walls...

Erik Thanks for the link. I have a couple of questions. I will be cascading several connecting blocks. I plan on placing them in the attic and basement. The problem I can't seem to get around is running the wires from the wall to the components. I want this to look clean. Any ideas...

Some good info here. If I go with one of the reference designs, either the SBB4 or EBS alignment, is there a need for more than 250 watts? I am looking for bass that shakes the house on DVD's like Lord of The Rings: Return of the King. Thanks

Can someone point me to a guide for installing an IR repeater system? Thanks

Thank you for the suggestions and comments. I am considering using one of the ported reference designs. When I originally planned and began the Maelstrom build, these where not available. -

I have been living with my Maelstrom in a sealed 22" cube and like it. So far, it performs very well as far as I can tell. I have yet to finish the enclosure (veneer, etc) and have come to conclusion that cosmetically, the enclosure would look better if I had a downward firing driver. It is...

I had planned on purchasing the 701 and held off because it was missing a few features I was interested in having. The low clearance price being offered at many places make it very attractive. I'm afraid of jumping on it and then finding the replacement has all the features I want. Thanks...

I see the 701 is on clearance everywhere, are new Onkyo DVD players on the way? If so does anyone haveinfo on the 701's replacement? Thanks