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Thanks for the reply. The ceiling really isn't a viable option for me. I was thining the same thing, but not sure which speakers to start with.

Right now I'm running a 5.1 set-up. I have polk r-50's on the front r20's in the rear, and polk center channel. The 8" paradigm sub is on the floor to the right or the tv when you are facing it. Basically the left side of the room is competely open, the right side has a fireplace in the...

Hmmm Sony DVD ----------- 90 Pioneer Elite 45tx - 400 Polk r50's --------- 200 Polk r20's --------- 120 Polk Center -------- 150 Paradigm Sub ------- 300 Panason 50lc14------2400 Totaling 3660 - the past 9 months Planning on 500 (I was just going to buy a HTiB) and curse you...

From reading this forum and other forums. The three that seem the best, have good customer support, and are willing to work with owners are TVAuthority Visual Apex and Plasma Concepts I would have bought from anyone of those three(I went LCD RPTV so the savings didn't justify a web...

I just got a 50" LCD I did pick up the warranty. It does cover bulb replacement. Panny will cover it if it blows the first year. Why did I buy the warranty. Bulb replacement. When the bulb blows within the first 5 years, it will be replaced. Heck it may blow 2 or more times. (6 hours a...

I just bought a LCD RP, I know a lot of people dislike them, but hey It was in my price range, I looked at all other and kept coming back to the same tv. (I looked into Plasma, RP, DLP, and other LCD RP) What it came down to is what I LIKED, and in my budget, because all displays have their...

Wanting the latest tech, will most likely cost you more than 2k. Say you were looking for a plasma, You can get a good deal on a panny edtv 42" (2300$). or Best Buy has the Sampo HDTV 50" for 3500$. Say you want DLP, You can get a good buy on an 50" HLP for around 3k. You can get a HLN for...

I whole heartily agree proper calibration is the key. I also say the TV should come properly tuned. Then if the consumer untunes the TV by changing the brightness etc beyond the "recommend" limit they then take responsibility for their actions. For example you change the timing on the car, you...

About the lawsuit From the Sony Website • Viewing bright, stationary images such as TV logos, and or continued usage of the 16:9 aspect ratio setting ("normal" Wide Mode) can result in permanent damage in the picture tubes used to display images in your projection TV So let's look at...

The reason I ended up with this receiver was it was a GREAT price. I actually came across some polk r50 and r20 for half price, so I think I'll go with those and pick up a center channel. Thanks for the advice

I was looking into the Cinema 70's HTiB from paradigm. It sounds pretty good, for what I need. But my question is the max input is 80 watts, and my 45tx puts out 100 watts (supposedly) per channel. Will I destroy these by putting in too much power?

I've been looking into the DLP technology myself. I would stay away from RCA, until the new model comes out. It doesn't allow for 720p inputs. Samsung has 2 now models coming out (in the next few months), both with newer chipsets. Their Tantus, and Pedestal models will have the better of the...

Well you can 42" Gateway Ultabright EDTV There is a coupon code for 600 dollars off, which drops the price down to 2400$ + 159 for shipping. I think the code was something like save600tv Another option may bee a LCD or DLP progection tv. Not small enough for the wall, but pretty darn...

Thanks, I'll try that, I think they do the Sopranos in 5.1 and I can VoD that as a test

Yes there is a spot for digital sound. It is an Orange colored plug in, and says digital sound above it. I never tried going up to the digital channels though... Would it be ok to hook up both Digital and L/R at the same time? Or would I need to run seperate hook-ups 1 for digital...

I have a Pioneer Elite 45tx. I have my xbox and dvd player set-up to via digital connection to get 5.1 surround. I've tried countless times to get my digital cable box (timewarner pioneer) to work via the digital cable (co-ax). I get no sound. I've looked through the cable box set-up...

I know that was my problem. Once I changed the DVD set-up menu, it worked great.

Wow this must be the month to get 45tx's (more than 375 less than 780). I picked one up a couple of weeks ago. I love it. I haven't had the dial problem, but I normally use the remote for volume. ;) But I'm just stuck on what type of speakers to use. I too love the unit. Only down...

Unfortunately I have yet to get the full 7.1 surround. But I was having problems with the surrounds, until I switched my DVD from R/L to Dolby Digital and Dolby Surround.

Thanks for all the info. I was worried when it says 150 watts recommended that I would end up hurting them since the wattage of the receiver is was 100

I recently purchased a Pioneer Elite 45tx. It's rated 100x7. The speakers I was looking at are JBL and here is where I'm lost. The EC25 Black Ash Northridge Series 2-Way Center Channel Speaker. Power Handling (Watts): 75 Watts Continuous, 300 Watts Peak and Recommended amplifier power...

I will defenitely heed your advice. I went to BB and CC just to hear what they sounded like. Wow what a difference. I never thought of myself as someone with an ear for music, But it was pretty amazing how much better a good set of 2 speakers sonded than the set I was looking into. Thanks...

Well I'm glad I read this before going to CC or BB to pick some up. Since My next purchase will be speakers I'll move it over there. But since I may wait I'll ask this. I have a set of Sony Speakers now. They are self powered SA-VA15's. Would it be ok to use run a rca line from the receiver...

Well I picked it up this morning. Now all I need is speakers, wires, and a bunch of new connection cables....Oh yhea, a new TV, comfy couch, and the list goes on. I know it's the wrong forum but any ideas. I'm thinking a 6.1 speaker box set. I can pick up Onkyo, for 275, or jbl or...

Ok, I'll go first thing in the morning. I should have gone after work, but I was too lazy. I was just worried about buying outdated technology, and no one had posted any comments. Thanks for the input.

I was at my local home theater store and came across a new 45tx for 475$. Is this a decent price for a discontinued unit? I was wondering if anyone has any reviews on it? I know it has only 1 Component in and out, Will I be doing myself a disfavor by limiting myself with such few connections.

Ok true newbie question, What is a Monitor? I thought it was what hooks up to your computer (a TV like device) Ok, I'm guessing your talking about the whole speaker system as opposed to just 2. From the helpful glossary tems, which I should have read, "With regard to audio playback, it...

Thanks for the help. I'll probably end up going with the bookshelves or Sat, since I'll mainly be using it for DVD's.

1st post and I hope it is in the right place. I'm currently running a Sony Wega TV, and have the Sony Speakers Towers. I'm hoping to upgrade to a better sounding system, but I'm not sure on how to proceed. I don't listen to music too much, and the room it is going in has cathedral ceilings...