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    Satellite receiver out to Samsung 61" 1080p HDTV?

    I just purchased the new Samsung HL-R6168W 1080p HDTV. The TV has two HDMI inputs but no DVI inputs. I need to purchase a new HD satellite receiver but the Motorola DSR505 only has the following video connections: -Digital Video Interface (DVI) -YPbPr Component Output -S-Video -RCA...
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    42" PLASMA or 61" DLP ???

    Both models are made by Samsung and they are priced identically. Both are capable of 720p or 1080i. When I compare the pictures I can see that the plasma picture is better but the room begs for a 60+ inch television. Which one would you choose? Zak P.S. Is 720p better than 1080i? I...
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    VCR for Grandma... Looking for recommendations.

    Hello, My Grandmother needs a new simple to run VCR. I know that the quality on VCR's has taken a dive so I'm hoping that someone can recommend a standalone VCR that's actually pretty good. She does not want a combo DVD/VCR so that rules out quite a few. The price point seems to be...
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    Need help with audio/video connection nightmare...

    Please help me with my setup. All of my audio connections (Satellite, DVD player and VCR) currently run directly into my Yamaha Receiver, these are all RCA interconnects. All video connections (Satellite, DVD player and VCR) currently run directly into my Sony TV, these include component...
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    Need advice on this prospective home theater combination...

    I'm planning or should I say fantasizing about building a home theater room in our unfinished basement. I don't have the layout planned but I know that I have approximately 23 feet in length and 19 feet in width to work with. I have been looking at components with a planned budget of...
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    Online retailer for Canadian customers?

    Does anyone know of an online retailer who caters to Canadian customers? I would love to take advantage of online deals: "Pioneer VSX-1014TX-K $299 +S&H at FotoConnection" but unfortunately I can't find an outfit that ships to Canada. An online retailer based in Canada would be ideal...
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    Is the Pioneer Elite VSX-52TX a good receiver?

    Hello, I currently own a Yamaha RX-V870 receiver which I completely love. The only problem with the Yamaha receiver is that it only supports Dolby Surround. With all the new DVD's coming out in Dolby Digital I feel like I'm starting to fall behind. A local dealer has a blowout sale ($600...
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    IBM Home Director help needed? (Cable setup)

    Hello, We are in a new E-home which has every room wired for Cable, Phone and Network. This is all centralized in a Home Director box which is located in the basement. When we took possession of our home we were not given a manual or any training on the Home Director. I'm hoping that...
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    Setting up Subwoofer?

    Hello, Thanks to everyone who gave input for "Subwoofer Cable" post. I have wired the sub going out from Yamaha low frequency into sub mono using THX subwoofer cable. My Test pattern does not include sub and I was wondering how to adjust the sub for optimal movie experience. The sub has a...
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    Subwoofer cable

    I'm hooking up a 10" powered subwoofer to my existing home theater system. The sub has an RCA input and my Yamaha receiver has RCA sub out. I need to run cable approximately 30 feet and was hoping for reccomendations on cable. Does the sub need a high end cable? Thanks, Zak
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    Why do I need an amplifier, a little confused!

    Hello, First post here, great looking forum... I have been following links to other members personal home theaters and a few configurations have got me confused. If you already have a powerful 7 channel Pioneer Elite receiver why would you need a 7 channel amplifier? Thanks, Zak
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