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  1. Richard Mass

    Best Front Projector from $5k to $10k

    I purchased the 100" 16 x 9. It is not perforated. As far the flicker. What I have read has been at AVSforum and indicates that the flicker problem generally lasts from 300 to 600 hours on the lamp. Mine started around 200 hours and is not constant but very frequent. search for sharp...
  2. Richard Mass

    Best Front Projector from $5k to $10k

    I ended up buying the XV-Z10000U and the Stewart screen with the Firehawk material. I am very pleased with the performance but am having some flicker that is generally attributed in theses forums to the lamp. I felt that the Sharp was the best bang for the buck as I was able to but it for...
  3. Richard Mass

    Need help connecting a pioneer DV-563A to a Yamaha Rx-V1400

    OK, thanks for your help. Do you have an opinion as to the required quality of the analog cables? I was planning to go with the digital coax by acoustic research as I think Monster's are overpriced. Do you agree?
  4. Richard Mass

    Need help connecting a pioneer DV-563A to a Yamaha Rx-V1400

    So when I am playing a SACD, I will need to switch to the MultiChannel Input? But when playing a DD or DTS or THX DVD I will leave it on the DVD input?
  5. Richard Mass

    Need help connecting a pioneer DV-563A to a Yamaha Rx-V1400

    Should I use the digital coaxial output, the digital optical output or the multichannel analog outputs when connecting the Pioneer DV-563 to the Yamaha Rx-V1400?
  6. Richard Mass

    Good 5 or 6 shelve av rack?

    Anyone have a suggestion for a novice about where to buy or what brand to go with as far as a good value 5 or 6 shelve av rack?
  7. Richard Mass

    What is the best DVD player for a Sharp Xv-Z10000U projector?

    Just got the Sharp z10000. Want the best picture/sound quality I can get for $300 or less. Plan on going with a Denon 3803, HK AVR525, or Yamaha RX-V1400 receiver. Any suggestions?
  8. Richard Mass

    Where is the best place to buy Denon AVR-3803?

    Anyone know of an online merchant with a decent price on the Denon AVR-3803?
  9. Richard Mass

    B&w Vm1

    Anyone have info on B&W VM1 speakers as to how they compare to JBL, Polk, Infinity, etc?
  10. Richard Mass

    Should I buy an HK AVR 525 now or wait for the new line to hit the street?

    Do you prefer the HK 525 to the Denon 3803?
  11. Richard Mass

    Is this a good 6.1 home theater setup?

    What percentage of total speaker package should be spent on subwoofer for 6.1 home theater? 30% on sub, 10% on center, 60% on the five others?
  12. Richard Mass

    Is this a good 6.1 home theater setup?

    I was planning on purchasing 6 S38s, but keeping one as a spare or for future 7.1 setup. You really think the S38 in better than the S center-channel speaker?
  13. Richard Mass

    Is this a good 6.1 home theater setup?

    1 Harmon Kardon AVR-525 Receiver 5 JBL S38 Speakers 1 JBL S Center Speaker 1 Sony SA-WX700 Subwoofer
  14. Richard Mass

    Should I buy an HK AVR 525 now or wait for the new line to hit the street?

    Can anyone suggest a good place to buy a HK 525?
  15. Richard Mass

    Can I get home theater audio for < $2000?

    I am going to use this for a 11'4" by 21'8" room that will be used primarily for DVD movie projection. Thanks for your help.
  16. Richard Mass

    Can I get home theater audio for < $2000?

    I am interested in buying the best 6.1 home theater speakers/receiver combination I can get for less than $2000. Can anyone help me? I figure about $800 for the receiver and $1200 for 6 speakers and subwoofer.
  17. Richard Mass

    Sharp XV-Z10000U, best bang for the buck!!!

    Thanks, but my reason for posting was to help others find a great projector at a super price. If you need any help leave me a message.
  18. Richard Mass

    Sharp XV-Z10000U, best bang for the buck!!!

    I have just ordered the Sharp XV-Z10000U from Stephen McKay of IAVI.com at a price equal to that of the MSRP on the Optoma H76, therefore making it what I feel is the best bang for the buck in this category of projector. It has a sealed light path, a manual lens shift, lots of input options...
  19. Richard Mass

    Buy a front projector on line?????

    I just purchased a Sharp XV-Z10000U from IAVI.com after doing several months or research. I feel it was the best bang for the buck. If you go to there website do not pay attention to the listed prices, instead ask for a quote. They are very responsive. By the way, they are a Sharp Authorized...
  20. Richard Mass

    Sharp XV-Z10000U projection distance?

    Yes, I plan to get the XV-Z10000U. Now, I am just trying to decide whether to buy locally for the better service or to buy through AVScience, PlanetDTV, or IAVI and save on the unit, installation and sales tax. And yes, I am planning to go with a fixed 100" 16:9 Stewart Luxus Deluxe...
  21. Richard Mass

    Sharp XV-Z10000U projection distance?

    But what about your ability to still be able to zoom in or out or is that not important once you have your projector set up for your screen?
  22. Richard Mass

    Optional digital decoder required for HDTV?

    Thanks. I guess the wording threw me off. I already new that but was confused as to why it was mentioned on this unit and not on all of them.
  23. Richard Mass

    Sharp XV-Z10000U projection distance?

    The sharp manual shows that the minimum projection distance for a 100" diagonal 16:9 screen is 13'2" and the maximum is 17'11". Is it best to be at one end of the range or the other or right in the middle?
  24. Richard Mass

    Optional digital decoder required for HDTV?

    I am interested in purchasing a Sharp xv-z10000u projector. Under the specs it says that an optional digital decoder is required. Can anyone help me as to whether this is a real negative to this unit or if it is standard for a Mustang/HD2 Dlp chip projector?
  25. Richard Mass

    Sharp Z10000U Best DLP FP < $8K?

    I am planning on buying a Sharp Z10000 in a few weeks to see if the price declines after CEDIA. I noticed the last post on ceiling height. Can I use the Z10000 with a 8 to 8.5 foot ceiling and a 100" diagonal screen?
  26. Richard Mass

    Replacement Lamp for Sharp Z10000?

    Can anyone tell me where to locate a replacement lamp for the Sharp XV-Z10000U projector at a good price?
  27. Richard Mass

    Sharp Z10000U Best DLP FP < $8K?

    Sharp's website says they will be coming out with the XV-Z12000U in November. Anyone have any specs on it yet?
  28. Richard Mass

    Can I trust AV Science?

    I expect so, but was looking for some people who have had recent dealings with them. Any info about their customer service, etc.
  29. Richard Mass

    Can I trust AV Science?

    Has anyone purchased from AV Science? I want some feedback as I am considering purchasing a screen and projector from them.
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