Recent content by Ross_N

Yeah the owner of the AV shop I deal with is good friends with one of the Yamaha Reps so they gave me a sweet deal. $2k out the door, I shopped around and was getting quotes of $3800 - $4200 from other shops. * Prices are in canadian funds

Hey All, I just picked up the audio for my HT in progress. Let me know what you guys think. Anyone else running these components? Receiver: RX-V550 DVD Player: DVD-S550 Fronts: NS-555 Center: NS-C444 Surround: NS-333 Subwoofer: YST-SW315 BTW. The room is 14W x 18L.

Hey Rob, I have the same situation. I plan on packing good old insulation really tight into the space.

Yeah I was thinking the same thing, I sent an email to Panasonic USA to confirm if the warranty is valid in Canada. As soon as I hear back I will let you know.

Jim, The site was projectorpeople.com You can also check out visualapex.com They have a package where you either get a free screen or extra bulb.

Hi Peter, The rep I was talking to at projectorpeople.com said that the warranty is good at any authorized panasonic service center in canada or the usa. As far as duty and shipping goes I don't have to worry because I am going to ship it to my brother in Michigan. He works in Detroit by...

Thanks Stephen, Yeah I will check out PJ Central and compare the specs. What screens do most of you guys use with either the Panny 500 or Sanyo Z2. I'm looking in the range of 100" to 120" The room is dedicated with no natural light, I have total lighting control. Thanks.

Hey Guys, I've been planning on builing a HT for a couple months now and since the NFL season starts Sept 9th the motivation is finally here. Contruction of the room has begun, started the woodwork last night. Room is approx 14 x 14 I'm looking at getting a Panny 500 from the states...

Hi Nick, Nice job on the room especially like the DIY screen job? What paint did you use? and what size is the trim around the screen? Good job.

Thanks Hoit, Well I have two options, I have lots of family in the States so thats no problem, I can ship it to them. Option #2 is to drive to niagara falls / buffalo and pick one up, since I am just over an hour from the boarder option #2 seems like a good idea. I will do some digging...

Thanks Brajesh, That tweaks page looks very usefull, I just need the actual unit now, hehehehe. Living in the states is great, you guys can buy everything online, no tax nothing. The problem is shipping to canada with the duty and all.

Hey All, I'm in the process for shopping for a Panny PT-AE500U. Just by reading around the forums I can see that alot of you have the same unit. How much should I pay for the unit to get a good price? FYI - I'm in the Toronto area. Thanks for your input.

Thanks Larry, Yeah I just popped into a 2001 audio video store and saw that they had the panasonic 300 and 500 on display. I will be sure to do some price shopping before I make the purchase. Thanks for your input.

Thanks Ramon, I appreciate your input.

Hey All, I'm trying to decide between these two units, I want a 100 - 100" image at a sitting distance of approx 10 or 12'. The approx cost in canadian dollars is $3000 for the 300 and $5000 or for the 500. Is the 500 worth the extra money? Please advise. Thanks.