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Last week I switched from DirecTV to Comcast digital cable with two HD STB's for my HDTV's. I mainly did this because Comcast had the local channels in HD (and cheaper cable internet price). Those digital channels however, when not in HD, show up as a 4:3 picture (My HDTV's are 4:3) but with...

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Hi, Well, after living in my new home for almost 2 years that came with a home theater room (about 16 x 16 (I know, dimensions are not right)), I have decided to paint it and put in movie posters and what not. My question is..I know that dark colors are best (currently have two shades of...

Hi, I'm not sure if this goes here so bear with me. I signed up for Comcast Cable (HSI as well). Anyhow when the installer got there, he told my wife that they have a buyback program where I would get $25 off my bill for 16 months if I give them my old satellite boxes. I said I didn't want to...

Hi all, I'm thinking of switching to Digital Cable (Comacast in IL), mostly because they have upgraded the cable in my area (FINALLY!!) and I can get that plus cable internet (having both makes cable modem cheaper (SCAM!!). Anyhow, my question is that I am currently using a Toshiba...

Hi all. I would like to buy an LCD TV for the bedrrom. We have a "TV" cabinet that closes and it does not go very deep. Therefore, I beleive that an LCD would be my best choice for an upgrade. Right now I have A TV-VCR Combo - 13".. I can fit something 18" high and 27" wide in the...

Does anyone know how to reset the lamp timer on the Sharp XV-ZW99U LCD projector? I have no manual and it doesn't seem to exist on the web anywhere. Any help would be appreciated. Thanks,

Hi all, I'm looking for a SMALL set of speakers for my family room (NOT BOSE!!!) that will be (WAF) placed 4 feet above the TV. Any Suggestions? I have a dedicated home theater in the house, so all I am looking for is something to reproduce stereo TV and music upstairs. When I watch...

Does anyone know where I can get one of these online or in the Chicago area? Thanks in advance for any help.

Just bought a brand spanking new home and the builder included a home theater complete with all the equipment. However, the projector is a Sharpvision XUZW99U and I want to buy a new one that can handle HD. So, where is the best place to buy projectors, and, do you have any recommendations...

Does anyone know where I can get this manual for Sharp XV-ZW99U. I tried Sharps website to no avail.. Thanks

Hi, I'm considering building a house and in the basement there WILL be a HT built. My question is what is the ratio of length to width that should be used (I.E. should the the length be twice as long as the width)? Thanks

Anyone know if there are any good 53" high def. tv's for around 3K? I'm helping out my brother. Thanks in advance for any help.

Hi, There are quite a few broadcasts on DirecTV that says it is in Dolby Digital. Sometimes when I tune to one of them, my receiver (Onkyo 696) will automatucally switch to that (Which it should) but on other channels, where it has the Dolby Digital logo, my Onkyo's display switches to "Dolby...

I just bought the Toy Story Box set and played TS2. Soon into chapter 2 (with Buzz flying through the mountains) my Dharman was POP POP POPPING. This is my first Sub. Did I bottom it out? I'm using an Onkyo 696 to drive Dynaudio 122 and the Dharman. Volume was up to 62 (Max is 80). When it...

I've seen them from Sony, Kenwood, Denon, Panasonic, Onkyo, etc.. I kinda like the Sony and Onkyo with the DVD and receiver in one. Can anyone relate their experiences with their HTB. I'd like to stay around $600, but can be persuaded to $800 if it's worth it. The total system price should...

I saw this detail on the description on the Toshiba SD5700. Good looking unit and I'm thinking of buying it. Anyone know what this 8:8:8 is? Thanks ------------------ Jake T --"The Things You Do In Life Echo In Eternity"

I've been searching the web on this subject, and came up with different methods. What do you guys think? ------------------ Jake T --"The Things You Do In Life Echo In Eternity"

I heard it was good. but this thing is Fantastic even with a by the ear "calibration". Bass is tight, deep, wall shaking, and the best part is my wife actually likes it. Cabinet is beautiful and solid. UPS guy asked if I was expecting something as big as a house I'll put a full review up after...

I was calibrating the other day when I discovered this (First Cal.) I remember when I had the HK AVR510 that its' volume control could go negative. I'm still fairly a newbie so can anyone explain this? Thanks ------------------ Jake T --"The Things You Do In Life Echo In Eternity"

Just picked up this stuff (50ft) and just wanted to make sure its ok. I'm using it with F/RCA adapters. OK? ------------------ Jake T --"The Things You Do In Life Echo In Eternity"

I just picked up the Radio Shack anaolog SPL meter. My question if - if I do most of my movie watching with the volume set at 50 (Onkyo TXDS696), is this the volume I should have the receiver set to when calibrating? Thanks for any help. ------------------ Jake T --"The Things You Do In...

I have my Dharman coming in 2 days and would like to keep it protected. Do you think this product would be good? __________________________________________________ _____ SpikeMaster Compact Single-Outlet Surge Protector with Computer Protection Model: SM-WG1T The 350-joule energy rating...

Header speaks for itself ------------------ Jake T --"The Things You Do In Life Echo In Eternity" ----Russel Crowe, Gladiator

I just came across this unit (The one with the DVD built into the receiver) and thought it might be a good idea for a second setup. Anyone heard this unit or seen the picture the DVD player puts out. I'd be very interested in seeing what it's like. Thanks ------------------ Jake T --"The...

Hi, I ordered mine on 9-20 and shipment was due the week of 10-8. Still no sub . How long did it take for yours (if you ordered one?). ------------------ Jake T --"The Things You Do In Life Echo In Eternity" ----Russel Crowe, Gladiator

Are their any HDTV's that have a line doubler built in and a HD/Sat set top box built into it? Thanks in advance for any help ------------------ Jake T --"The Things You Do In Life Echo In Eternity" ----Russel Crowe, Gladiator

Ok, I have my Toshiba DST3000 Sat Rcvr hooked to my Onkyo receiver via component cables. I also have the DST3000 hooked to my Mitsubishi SVHS via S-Vid cable and analog sound. The SVHS is then connected directly to my TV (Toshiba 43H70). The SVHS can play tapes but it is not recording. Any...

The one that came with doesn't pick up anything. Mysetup is in my basement. And suggestions on what's out there. Thanks ------------------ Jake T --"The Things You Do In Life Echo In Eternity" ----Russel Crowe, Gladiator

he header pretty much speaks for itself. Anyone know if you can? Thanks ------------------ Jake T --"The Things You Do In Life Echo In Eternity" ----Russel Crowe, Gladiator