The continuation just in another thread.  Previous Posts can be found here:  http://forums.xbox.com/1819798/ShowPost.aspx *


My TV:  Standard Def 32" through component cables!!  (I know, weak...but I WILL improve it..when I get a job out of college)





*Due to the linked post not being a sticky anymore, I can not guarentee that it will ALWAYS be available.  The next couple of months it should, but outside of that I can not guarentee it.

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Cowboys are horrible.

Thanks for starting a new one. I freaked out when I noticed the other one was locked hehe. By the way, your set up is pretty decent for someone in college. Mine was a 19inch LCD monitor with Logitech z-5300s and the gaming adapter hehe. Then I had a KVM to switch between my laptop, desktop and 360. Better than the tube TVs my friends had I guess.

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PICNIC--Problem In Chair, Not In Computer (My new tech support motto)

My AV Set-up:

Component List:

Pre-amp/Processor ---- Anthem AVM-50 w/ Anthem Room Correction
Amplifier --------------- B&K Components Reference 200.5
Projector --------------- Panasonic PT-AE3000U 1080p; 1600 lumens; 60,000:1 c/r
Screen ----------------- Carada Criterion 100" 16:9 BW (1.4 gain)
Main Speakers --------- Martin Logan Ascent
Rear Speakers ---------- Martin Logan Script
Center Speaker --------- Martin Logan Stage
Subwoofer -------------- Martin Logan Descent
Blu-ray Player ----------- Sony BDP-S1 & PS3
HD-DVD Player -------- Toshiba HD-A30
Media Manager --------- Escient Fireball MX-531
DVD/SACD Changer --- Sony DVP-CX777ES
Sat HD/DVR ----------- DirecTV HR-20 HD-DVR
Power management ----- PS Audio Power Director 4.7
Game System ----------- Microsoft XBox 360, PS3, and Wii
Video Distribution -------Slingbox PRO-HD
Component Stand--------BDI Avion 8529

Here is a link to the pictures.

I encourage constructive criticism on the arrangement/set-up and recommendations for equipment upgrades.  Currently planned upgrades are to go in a new direction with the speaker system.  Currently looking at Paradigm Signature and Studio v.5 series and JL Audio f113 as a subwoofer replacement.

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Phant0mRegiment's Set-up (a.k.a. Not A "Real" Home Theater) - Photos Here

 Phant0mRegiment wrote:

My AV Set-up:

Component List:

Pre-amp/Processor ---- Anthem AVM-50 w/ Anthem Room Correction
Amplifier --------------- B&K Components Reference 200.5
Projector --------------- Panasonic PT-AE3000U 1080p; 1600 lumens; 60,000:1 c/r
Screen ----------------- Carada Criterion 100" 16:9 BW (1.4 gain)
Main Speakers --------- Martin Logan Ascent
Rear Speakers ---------- Martin Logan Script
Center Speaker --------- Martin Logan Stage
Subwoofer -------------- Martin Logan Descent
Blu-ray Player ----------- Sony BDP-S1 & PS3
HD-DVD Player -------- Toshiba HD-A30
Media Manager --------- Escient Fireball MX-531
DVD/SACD Changer --- Sony DVP-CX777ES
Sat HD/DVR ----------- DirecTV HR-20 HD-DVR
Power management ----- PS Audio Power Director 4.7
Game System ----------- Microsoft XBox 360, PS3, and Wii
Video Distribution -------Slingbox PRO-HD
Component Stand--------BDI Avion 8529

Here is a link to the pictures.

I encourage constructive criticism on the arrangement/set-up and recommendations for equipment upgrades.  Currently planned upgrades are to go in a new direction with the speaker system.  Currently looking at Paradigm Signature and Studio v.5 series and JL Audio f113 as a subwoofer replacement.

I don't see what anyone could possibly criticize in this set up. If I had access to a room like this, I'd never leave.

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PICNIC--Problem In Chair, Not In Computer (My new tech support motto)

Since we have a new thread, I think I'll take this as a chance to *** out my pathetic gaming/living room setup. Check my sig for the link to my pics.




And lets keep this thread a little cleaner condition than the last one was left off in.

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My Setup

I really need to update my setup pics as they are around two years old and I have upgraded quite a bit of equipment.  Room is 32 x 17 x 8 which is perfect for my Front Projection Setup.  Gear off the top of my head

JVC RS1 1080p D ILA PJ
Stewart 110" Firehawk G3 screen (1.3 gain)
Rotel RMB-1075 Amp (120watts x 5)
Pioneer Elite VSX-01TXH 7.1 reciever/pre-amp
Consoles - Wii, 360, and possibly a PS3 in my future
DVDO EDGE video processor
Pioneer BD30 Blu-Ray player
Toshiba HD-A31 HD DVD player
Vudu for dedicated VOD
Direct TV HR-20 Receiver
Belkin PureAV® Home Theater Power Console PF60
Definitive Technology Fronts BP7002 Floor-standing Bipolar SuperTower Loudspeaker with Built-in Powered Subwoofer (300watts)
Definitive Technology Center  C/L/R2500 Loudspeaker with Built-in Powered Subwoofer (150Watts)
Definitve Technology Surrounds BPX Bipolar Surround Speaker
Definitive Technology Rears Mythos Gems
SVS Sub PC-Ultra Cylinder (750Watts)
Component Cabinet Studio Tech Ultra U-22T

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What type of bulbs do you use for your projector? They must burn up fast if you do some hardcore gaming...

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xGodlyPoison is the name, CoD4 is the game. I may not be the best, but that is why I'm a RECREATIONAL gamer.

 BallsOfSteel002 wrote:

What type of bulbs do you use for your projector? They must burn up fast if you do some hardcore gaming...

Most PJ's use different bulbs so lamp life will vary.  My JVC RS1 is rated for 2000 hrs which is a lot longer then it seems.  I have to switch bulbs about once a year.  I would say its the only downside to Front Projection.  I plan on owning this PJ for at least another 3-4 years while LED PJ's improve so I don't ever have to replace bulbs again.  There are a handful of LED PJ's out there (most computer/business related) and the life expectancy on those is 50,000 hours which should easily last the life of the PJ. 

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SETUP

Toshiba av502u 26 inch LCD
Xbox 360 with HDMI/Sometimes component for when i use my Turtle beach headphones
Sony Progressive scan DVD player
FiOS TV and Internet
Nintendo Wii

fairly basic but it works for me I don't get that much money (considering im 14) but i have $250 and was thinking about getting a receiver (if they're that cheap) so i could hook up surround sound because i have the speakers but no reviever.  The pic is in my Sig.

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I am the Raphael Nadal of Wii tennis.

I shouldn't have even bothered posting my set up so soon. Planned upgrade #1 is en route...I ordered the JL Audio Fathom 113 today. My plan is to get a 2nd one after I purchase the new speakers...budget allowing.

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Phant0mRegiment's Set-up (a.k.a. Not A "Real" Home Theater) - Photos Here

Great new setup Phant0m!  I've downgraded a few things.  I can't get crazy anymore on my theater.  Damn economy!  :(

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xMONSTER POWERx Theater Pic

 Phant0mRegiment wrote:

I shouldn't have even bothered posting my set up so soon. Planned upgrade #1 is en route...I ordered the JL Audio Fathom 113 today. My plan is to get a 2nd one after I purchase the new speakers...budget allowing.

The 113 is a damn nice sub , nearly slams with the best of them yet very musical and it's smaller than most of the competition (it's almost magical that something that size can do what it does) . I would assume you picked the 113 over something like the less expensive ED A7-900 due to cabinet size ? You are sure to have a huge grin when you fire that 113 up , be sure to remove any hanging pictures from the walls ( friend of mine learned that one the hard way ... BOOOOM  ... CRASH  ... ) . Oh and the built in CAL works really well , should be able to obtain a near perfect calibration in no time . The 113 with the Paradigms is going to KICK A$$ ( hope you get your room tuned as well , I'm sure we all agree that gear deserves it ) !

-DGP

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My living room HT SLIDESHOW

 DaGamePimp wrote:

 Phant0mRegiment wrote:

I shouldn't have even bothered posting my set up so soon. Planned upgrade #1 is en route...I ordered the JL Audio Fathom 113 today. My plan is to get a 2nd one after I purchase the new speakers...budget allowing.

The 113 is a damn nice sub , nearly slams with the best of them yet very musical and it's smaller than most of the competition (it's almost magical that something that size can do what it does) . I would assume you picked the 113 over something like the less expensive ED A7-900 due to cabinet size ? You are sure to have a huge grin when you fire that 113 up , be sure to remove any hanging pictures from the walls ( friend of mine learned that one the hard way ... BOOOOM  ... CRASH  ... ) . Oh and the built in CAL works really well , should be able to obtain a near perfect calibration in no time . The 113 with the Paradigms is going to KICK A$$ ( hope you get your room tuned as well , I'm sure we all agree that gear deserves it )

!-DGP

I actually chose the 113 because I prefer sealed enclosure subs.  BTW - I paid less for the 113 than the ED A7-900 lists for.....don't know it's street value though.  Yes, the 113 is new/factory sealed.    I am pretty excited to hear what it sounds like in my room....even more excited to see what two of them sound like.  I was sold on the 113 when I read a thread on martinloganowners.com forum about the Descent v. 113.  From what everyone said, there was no contest.  Given how good the Descent is...that's saying something!

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Phant0mRegiment's Set-up (a.k.a. Not A "Real" Home Theater) - Photos Here

TV: Samsung LN46A750

Receiver: Integra 8.9

Center Speaker: Paradigm (Cinema 110 C)
Front Speakers: Paradigm (Monitor 7s)
Rear Speakers: Paradigm (ADP-190s)

Velodyne Sub (forgot the model but I believe it's 8" and the thing freaking booms)

Blu-Ray Player: Panasonic DMP-BD35K
Xbox 360
Apple TV

All components connect to my receiver via HDMI cables and HDMI to my TV.  (I love $6 HDMI Cables)

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It's better to be quiet and thought an idiot, then to open your mouth and remove all doubt.

 Phant0mRegiment wrote:

 DaGamePimp wrote:

 Phant0mRegiment wrote:

I shouldn't have even bothered posting my set up so soon. Planned upgrade #1 is en route...I ordered the JL Audio Fathom 113 today. My plan is to get a 2nd one after I purchase the new speakers...budget allowing.

The 113 is a damn nice sub , nearly slams with the best of them yet very musical and it's smaller than most of the competition (it's almost magical that something that size can do what it does) . I would assume you picked the 113 over something like the less expensive ED A7-900 due to cabinet size ? You are sure to have a huge grin when you fire that 113 up , be sure to remove any hanging pictures from the walls ( friend of mine learned that one the hard way ... BOOOOM  ... CRASH  ... ) . Oh and the built in CAL works really well , should be able to obtain a near perfect calibration in no time . The 113 with the Paradigms is going to KICK A$$ ( hope you get your room tuned as well , I'm sure we all agree that gear deserves it )

!-DGP

I actually chose the 113 because I prefer sealed enclosure subs.  BTW - I paid less for the 113 than the ED A7-900 lists for.....don't know it's street value though.  Yes, the 113 is new/factory sealed.    I am pretty excited to hear what it sounds like in my room....even more excited to see what two of them sound like.  I was sold on the 113 when I read a thread on martinloganowners.com forum about the Descent v. 113.  From what everyone said, there was no contest.  Given how good the Descent is...that's saying something!

Oh well hell you got a smokin deal on the 113 then , NICE !

Yeah there is no contest , the 113 will destroy a Descent (or two) . My guess is you will get the 113 going and feel like there is no need for #2 but the benefits are substantial . Local guy has 5 THX subs in hs dedicated room and the effect is mind numbing .

-DGP

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My living room HT SLIDESHOW

 Phant0mRegiment wrote:

 DaGamePimp wrote:

 Phant0mRegiment wrote:

I shouldn't have even bothered posting my set up so soon. Planned upgrade #1 is en route...I ordered the JL Audio Fathom 113 today. My plan is to get a 2nd one after I purchase the new speakers...budget allowing.

The 113 is a damn nice sub , nearly slams with the best of them yet very musical and it's smaller than most of the competition (it's almost magical that something that size can do what it does) . I would assume you picked the 113 over something like the less expensive ED A7-900 due to cabinet size ? You are sure to have a huge grin when you fire that 113 up , be sure to remove any hanging pictures from the walls ( friend of mine learned that one the hard way ... BOOOOM  ... CRASH  ... ) . Oh and the built in CAL works really well , should be able to obtain a near perfect calibration in no time . The 113 with the Paradigms is going to KICK A$$ ( hope you get your room tuned as well , I'm sure we all agree that gear deserves it )

!-DGP

I actually chose the 113 because I prefer sealed enclosure subs.  BTW - I paid less for the 113 than the ED A7-900 lists for.....don't know it's street value though.  Yes, the 113 is new/factory sealed.    I am pretty excited to hear what it sounds like in my room....even more excited to see what two of them sound like.  I was sold on the 113 when I read a thread on martinloganowners.com forum about the Descent v. 113.  From what everyone said, there was no contest.  Given how good the Descent is...that's saying something!

When I mentioned the JL, I didn't want to say anything in regards to the Descent, because it is an excellent sub, but there really is no comparison (especially considering what you paid for it).

The eD is the size of a small fridge, which is fine for a DHT, but not exactly practical for a living room setup. Personally, if I had to go with an ID sub, I would go with the ULS-15.

I have a projector ceiling mount, longer cables and a tilt and swivel LCD mount for my Bravia in my bedroom coming in tomorrow. Install pending I should have some pictures within the next couple of days.

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Woot! Just picked up a new laptop for college and its amazing.

ASUS G50VT-X6
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16834220483&Tpk=g50vt%20x6

Some beastly stats for a cheap price. I'm going to have to change my setup completely and I won't be able to take my TV to college as its too big.

I'm most likely going to use either my computer monitor or go and buy a new one to play 360 on and bring my 2.1 system with me.

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Setup
Wish List:
MKV and NTFS Support
Advanced Display Tweaking Options for VGA.

RePoSt

60" Mitsubishi DLP *735 series*
JVC DVD/ 1000watt 5.1 Surround
Dish 612 HD DVR
And of coarse Xbox 360 *pro*

Just Tuned everything on it not to long ago.
360 input has Video noise turned off(good source) and adjusted everything else
Dish has Noise on Medium and Different setup then the 360


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BikePics
MySpace

Saw the lock on the old thread and was freaking out for a second. With one of the most popular threads on the entire forum, anyone want to take bets on how long it takes us to get to 500 pages again?

Oh, and everyone put some pictures in one of the galleries below so its easy to browse through setup photos.

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Post your setups: Flickr | Photobucket

My setup: (downstairs)
               

Pioneer Kuro  6020 FD

Yamaha Reciever RV-3900

All Klipsch Reference:  Fronts , Center , Sub and surrounds.

Ps3, Xbox 360. Direct Tv Hddvr.

Upstairs:

Samsung ln52a650

Yamaha reciever- v563

Panasonic BDP

Bose bookshelf speakers

Nintendo Wii

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Lakinsdad's setup

Nice setups, but im curios e on 1 big thing, whats your guys electric bill?

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Strategy defeats strength.

 DaGamePimp wrote:

Oh well hell you got a smokin deal on the 113 then , NICE !

-DGP

Yeah, got it for $2100 (gloss black, factory sealed) + $150 shipping.  Note, that this is not an authorized dealer.  However, I've gotten deals from him in the past and will deal with him in the future.  He handles any warranty issues himself.  At that price....you can see why I'd go back for a 2nd.    Same dude can get me a pair of Studio 100 v.5s, a CC-690 v5, and a pair of Studio 20 v.5s all for $3750.

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Phant0mRegiment's Set-up (a.k.a. Not A "Real" Home Theater) - Photos Here

Price dropping? Still not past that?

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 Delentheus wrote:

Price dropping? Still not past that?

Was just deal sharing, as the prices are well below MSRP.  Tell you what....to make you happy.  In the future I'll just say "70% of MSRP" or something similar....if that makes you happy. 

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Phant0mRegiment's Set-up (a.k.a. Not A "Real" Home Theater) - Photos Here

Nah, just try to catch the point before it goes sailing over your head.

"Deal sharing" spare me, please. "Deal sharing" would be letting others in on the deal like a link or a name or a company or place that is selling said things at a certain price so others can join in, etc. It really does seem to be a trend but at least you are using the same user name.

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If you don't like to see prices, then close your eyes real tight and ignore them.  I don't quite know what else to tell you??  I'm not breaking any of the xbox.com terms of use here.

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Phant0mRegiment's Set-up (a.k.a. Not A "Real" Home Theater) - Photos Here

 Phant0mRegiment wrote:

If you don't like to see prices, then close your eyes real tight and ignore them.  I don't quite know what else to tell you??  I'm not breaking any of the xbox.com terms of use here.

That is true, you are just quintessential proof that you can't buy class.

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 Delentheus wrote:

 Phant0mRegiment wrote:

If you don't like to see prices, then close your eyes real tight and ignore them.  I don't quite know what else to tell you??  I'm not breaking any of the xbox.com terms of use here.

That is true, you are just quintessential proof that you can't buy class.

Your flaming is uneccessary. 

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Phant0mRegiment's Set-up (a.k.a. Not A "Real" Home Theater) - Photos Here

So are your posts, you are here simply for reassurance from others. I cannot remember the last time you have actually assisted in a question asked on this forum you would much rather drop prices, talk about your latest purchase, etc.

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