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    Help Setting Up Xbox 360!!!

    The ones given in the Xbox 360 Package....are you able to get 1080 DPI??? Is 480 DPI still high def?
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    Help Setting Up Xbox 360!!!

    I do that and try selecting either 720 or 1080 and it comes back at 480. Something in the Xbox 360 is still not accepting the higher levels. Are you able to get it accept 1080?? Thanks
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    Help Setting Up Xbox 360!!!

    I just got my xbox 360.... I have it plug into Denon AV 4806 receiver that goes to my Infocus 7210 projector....I know its a high definition projector capable up to 1080 dpi... Yet when I load up the Xbox 360 it goes down to 480 DPI.... any of you all get the xbox 360 to go the higher end of...
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    Boston Acoustics VRM-60 Versus B&W DM600 S3??

    Yes. I bought both a while ago and am not sure which set is the better speakers? Thanks Tony
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    Boston Acoustics VRM-60 Versus B&W DM600 S3??

    I just looked in my basement and I have two sets of speakers but only will use one set -- to put in my bookshelf -- but can't decide which is better: Boston Acoustics VRM-60 or B&W DM 600 S3 Anyone know both speakers and wish to opine?? Thanks! Tony
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    Center Channel for Plasma over Fireplace?? HELP

    I just bought a Panasonic TH-42PH9UK Plasma without Speakers for over my fireplace. I planned to run the sound through bookshelf speakers on either side of the fireplace. This is going to be straight stereo listening room and family room (I have a full, dedicated home theater in my...
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    HELP: Basic Question on HDEF Plasma setup...

    Should I get a Denon AVR - 2807 which has HDMI inputs and outputs.... Then run the HDEF Cable box HDMI INTO the DENON AVR and then HDMI into the Panasonic Plasma TV?
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    HELP: Basic Question on HDEF Plasma setup...

    Thanks for the help... so how do most people do it? HDMI from HDEF Cable Box to TV (For the video) And then what is the best way to handle the audio if I was to run it through an A/V receiver? Just wondering...
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    HELP: Basic Question on HDEF Plasma setup...

    I just got a Panasonic TH-42PH9UK.... Not very friendly since its from their professional line. I have a High Def Cable box.... I presume I want to order the HDMI Slot for the Panasonic. The High Def Cable Box has an HDMI connection in the back. So I should have the HDMI go from the Cable Box...
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    Playing Digital Downloaded Music on Audio System?

    I download MP3 and Wav files... I do have an IPOD.... but I am wondering what they call a component that stores these files and can be part of a traditional stereo system in a living room / listening room? No not an IPOD because they seem to small and not part of a traditional system and not a...
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    Plasma Video Output Basics -- NEED HELP

    I just bought a 42 Inch Panasonic TH-42PH9UK and I am wondering what are the best outputs for sound and video: 1. S-Video? 2. Optical? 3. HDMI 4. Other? Please let me know since I am not knowledgeable in this area. Regards Tony
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    HELP: Panamax Max 5100: UNSAFE VOLTAGE???

    I have a HT with a Panamax Max 5100 and twice in the last 4 months has had the red light "Unsafe Voltage" go off and my system no longer has electricity. The last time the next morning it was up again. Does anyone have familiarity with this unit? What it does? What "Unsafe Voltage" mean and...
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    HELP: Panamax Max 5100: UNSAFE VOLTAGE???

    I have a HT with a Panamax Max 5100 and twice in the last 4 months has had the red light "Unsafe Voltage" go off and my system no longer has electricity. The last time the next morning it was up again. Does anyone have familiarity with this unit? What it does? What "Unsafe Voltage" mean and...
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    Vertical Yellow/Green Lines on Projector Screen...Help!!??

    I bought an Infocus 7210 Front Projector. When its a dark shot or dark when the credits are rolling there are lines of green / yellow distortion that run horizontally and move up vertically.... and repeat slowly.... I rarely see it playing the actual movie or program. Just in very dark scenes...
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    Hardware Review HTF REVIEW: Harmony 880 Remote

    Am I in trouble? I got a Harmony 880 but my equipment is in another room, just adjacent to my HT room. The walls are up...what should I do? Is the 880 RF or have the ability to control equipment in another room? If so, how?? PLEASE HELP!
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    Ceiling Pant... should I paint it black???

    I am painting the ceiling a light blue gray but I have heard its best to paint it black.....any thoughts??? Pros and cons?
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    ADVANCED TOPIC: Motorized Door to cover Plasma over Fireplace

    My wife wants to conceal the Plasma TV over the fireplace with a motorized panel that comes down behind the panel over head...like a vertical motorized drop down door (ala Get Smart!!).... How can my carpenters pull this off? Is there a motorized system that can be used in custom carpentry...
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    Velvet Drapery along walls..... good idea?

    I am still trying to decide whether I should paint my walls and add some sound panels for sound absorption or Put Velvet drapery along all the interior walls. I think that might do some sound absorption and deflection and be more astetically pleasing.... Anyone else do this????
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    Fabric on Walls...installation Question

    Ok... so maybe I need fabric that is not transparent. I have been in theaters and studios that have fabric that is kind of carpet like on the walls.... I am just wondering if anyone know what I am talking about and that it helps fight sound reflection like panels too... If so how is it...
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    Fabric on Walls...installation Question

    I was think of putting guilford of maine fabrics (wall fabric) on the interior walls to help absorb the sound and use some additional sound panels as well. 1. Do you that is a good idea? 2. How do you apply the fabric to the wall and is it easy? Thanks for the feedback!!
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    Home Theater Sound Paneling... any ideas???

    I guess I could either put the material on the whole wall or do panels. Panels seem better since they are easier to put up and maybe more economical???? Just wondering if there is a cheap provider of sound absorption panels to slow the noise in the room....going to have a rug and silk plants...
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    Home Theater Sound Paneling... any ideas???

    I am installing a dedicated home theater....any good (inexpensive) ideas on the sound protecting the walls, like sound paneling or fabric for the walls (like a real theater!).... where should I go? I really dont want to get hosed by a high-end contractor... PLEASE HELP! Tonygar
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    Newbie Help. What should I look for in a Projector?

    Help! I have a DARK, 12 X 20 Room with 7 foot ceiling. I am looking to spend less than $3000 on a high quality Projector. I hear DLP Projectors are the current technology? I have looked at Sanyos and I was quoted a RUNCO CL-410 (Bottom of the line??) Is there a clear cut winner for a...
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    B&W ASW600 versus B&W ASW675

    Is there a huge difference between ASW600 versus ASW675? Is it worth the extra money?
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    Denon AVR-5803,, any one have it? Thoughts?

    I am looking at getting a Denon AVR-5803 for around $2K.... is it worth it? Anyone have this model? Is it still good? Heard everything was good except the remote? Feedback please! Tonygar
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    $2500 to spend Receiver or Amp / Proc?

    I have 600 series speakers and am looking at either buying an A/V Receiver or a Amp / Processor... any suggestions?
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    Should I buy the equipment myself or hire a pro??

    I just got a quote for $18K for a home theater set-up that includes 1. Runco DLP CL410, 2. Stewart Film Screen 82 inch, 3. Rotel RSX-1067 and 4. B&W LCR 600 C.C. 5. B&W DM 603 6. B&W Sub ASW675 7. B&W DM601S3B 8. B&W DS6s3 9. MX-850 System controller Surge protector, mounts...
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    Stewart Screens versus Da Lite screens?

    Are Stewart screens worth the extra coin? Where can I get one without going to a boutique? Saw none on Ebay.... heard they were better than Da Lite.
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    Rotel RSX-1067 Versus 5803 Denon or 4806 Denon

    Rotel versus Denon.... any thoughts? Please advise! :)
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    Help!! Experienced A/V people FEEDBACK.

    BW 602s? It seems to me that the DS6s look like sorround sound speakers...there website isnt exactly clear..... Also where do you go for the best deals on BWs?
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