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Eric: Here's what I ended up doing. I ran the HDMI output to my AV receiver and from there to a powered splitter that I bought at monoprice.com (100 bucks). Then I sent the HDMI signal to both TVs. I sent the "TV 2" signal to the second TV with a regular coax cable. So TV 2 gets the HD...

Can someone point me to a thread that contains movie titles that are great for showcasing surround sound and HD DVDs? I searched around and didn't find it. But I imagine it's here and that I just missed it. Thanks

I think I could possibly use a powered splitter for this application as suggested in this post. (Anyone having questions re powered splitters v. unpowered splitters may wish to follow this link: http://www.avsforum.com/avs-vb/showthread.php?t=793241

Anyone having similar questions regarding splitters would be well served by reading this thread. http://www.avsforum.com/avs-vb/showthread.php?t=793241

I'm trying to figure out whether to use a HDMI splitter to split a HDMI output signal and connect two televisions via HDMI (by using a HDMI splitter for my single HDMI output) or whether to use the HDMI output and the Component Video/Audio outputs to send the signals. I want to ensure I get...

Given the fact that the D* DVR sends two feeds-- one signal in HD via HDMI and one to the second TV in SD -- and in light of way you say above, I wonder if this would work? Run the HD feed from the D* DVR to the AV receiver and then split the HDMI output from the AV receiver (with the full 720p...

Please let me know if you have any suggestions for a 26" or bigger 720p flat panel LCD for bedroom (~$850 or less). Most places I've found reviews tend to focus on much bigger TVs, so any input I can get here would be appreciated. Thank you.

On the issue of HDMI splitters, can someone tell me whether running my DVR (Vip622) through the AVR (Onkyo TX-SR605) will have an impact on my ability to take advantage of the DVR's dual tuners and ability to watch recorded programming? After making the post above, it dawned on me that if I...

I need to buy some speakers that will be used primarily for 5.1 surround sound to compliment my 50" Panasonic plasma 720p television. I've been looking at Aperion speakers because I've read good things about them and b/c we're looking for a nice looking natural wood speaker (cherry or...

I'm purchasing a new home theater system that includes the Onkyo TX-SR605 as the AVR. Since I'll be running new cables and electric, I figure this would be a good time to pull wires from my computer. The computer I have now is several years old (so doesn't have anything cool like HDMI output)...

I appreciate the fact that HDMI is a digital connection, but I'm admittedly a bit confused about whether an HDMI splitter will carry a pure and good signal to both TVs -- much of this concern stems from these user opinions I read regarding a HDMI splitter on Amazon.com (Unfortuantely I can't...

Thanks to you both--excellent advice! Two follow up questions. 1. Is it possible to purchase an HDMI splitter that will not result in degradation of the feed to both TVs? The Onkyo AVR has 2 HDMI inputs but only 1 HDMI output. 2. My longest runs for the HDMI cables and speaker wires...

Please help me figure out what I need to purchase in order to set up my brand new system from the ground up in terms of wiring and interconnects. I'm ordering all of the equipment listed below, and believe I can hook it all up, but I'm new to HDMI and surround sound, so could use some...

I've read that the Dish Network ViP622 (DVR) comes with two remotes and allows you to play back on two TVS. Since most people (including me) have 1 TV per room, I'm wondering how this set up works. My understanding is that the DVR acts as your satellite receiver also. If this is the case...

I'm considering purchasing an Onkyo TX-SR674 (A/V receiver with HDMI switching and upconversion). Can anyone tell me if this receiver will allow me to do the following? 1. Play Netflix downloaded through my computer and put it on my TV screen monitor (Panasonic TH-50PH9UK); and 2. Play...

I'd love to future proof by purchasing a 1080p 50" TV, but it's not anywhere close to the price of the Panasonic TH-50PH9UK (50" Pro Plasma) $1945 (tax and shipping). I originally thought I could get away with the 720 based upon a CNET review of the differences ("The case against 1080p" -- sorry...

I really appreciate your input re DVD players and remotes. I must admit, I don't know much about HD-DVD/Bluray format wars (other than CNET recommends you wait it out to see what format prevails). I know this is not the forum to argue for one format over the other, but wondered if you could...

I'm building a home theater system from the ground up (a completely new system). Given the amount of the investment I was hoping to get some feedback on my choices -- and perhaps some feedback telling me of a better choice in the price point range that I've listed (which includes tax/shipping)...