Master Charles' Hallway Home Theater

[Master Charles]

When I got enough money to buy my TV I had no idea where I was going to put it. I am only 17 and there isn't ample room in my house especially not enough for a home theater.....or so I thought. Our hallway is rather large, it has an indent toward my driveway and the space was being occupied by a large futon that was just loaded up with crap. I decided instead of turning my room into a home theater (my room was way too small) I would convert this hallway. I set up my la-z-boy and stuck the TV on the far side after I cleared the area and since then I have been trying to improve it. Please check it out, tell me what you think and what I can improve upon. I am thinking of putting a red or black curtain behind the TV to cover up that beige.

Check my Gallery!

All of this stuff was paid for by me. The second TV I use to watch cable sometimes if I am playing Xbox 360 on the big TV. I use it more to play Super Nintendo while I am watching sports on the big TV.

Bonus: I have been trying to find a place for these and maybe you guys can help me out. They are hand carved and painted by me and I think they would look sick in my home theater but as you can see I already have a lot of crap. I might just save them for when I get more space.

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Double Bonus: I came across this while I was taking the pictures and I thought I would share it with you guys (the only people who can truly appreciate it). When I was around 7 Star Wars really hit me, hard. I think I had strep throat or something and while I was home I made an effort to find them all on HBO, watch them and then record them onto tapes. This was not nearly good enough for me, I had to flaunt my accomplishment. So I took some cardboard and tape and constructed my first box set. The CD cases in there are the soundtracks. Since then I have been hooked on movies and collecting them. Once I have a bigger space I think I will displace this in a case, like a relic in a museum:

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Please let me know what you think and what else I can do to improve my setup.

Update: Added pics of my Star Wars Original Film Cell and Yankee cup holder.

[Drew664]

The spoiler is my favorite part! lol

Anyways, cool start to the wonderful world of HT, movies, and gaming!

You may wish to consider shrinking your photos though. They are HUUUUUUUUUGE!! haha

EDIT:

lol, you ninja edited your first post! :P

Attention to detail. You sir, will go far in life.

[Master Charles]

Originally Posted by Drew664

The spoiler is my favorite part! lol

Anyways, cool start to the wonderful world of HT, movies, and gaming!

You may wish to consider shrinking your photos though. They are HUUUUUUUUUGE!! haha

EDIT:

lol, you ninja edited your first post! :P

Attention to detail. You sir, will go far in life.

Yea I tried to sneak in there before anyone saw it but you were too quick.

The Star Wars box set is one of my most meaningful possessions, now I just need them on BLU!!!!

[SeanMF]

I like what you have done with what appears to be limited space. Great job!

[kellogs4toniee]

I'm really diggin it, the sound must be pretty solid in that compact room.

I especially like the smaller T.V for classical games when Sports / Program is on. Me and my homies have a smaller t.v just set for that whenever we feel the urge to play Super Smash Brothers or NBA JAM when a game is on.

[Master Charles]

I also need a new receiver since mine doesn't do HDMI and I want lossless audio. Any recommendations? I really love my Onkyo but I feel an upgrade would be a nice addition.

[Master Charles]

Just bought a Mini DVI to HDMI for my macbook and I have boxee running on it. It will add nicely to my home theater. I was going to wait for the Boxee box but it got pushed back to Nov.

I might just buy an old mac mini, I would love to have a home theater computer!

[Master Charles]

Just picked up a Harmony 880!

[HAMP]

I see you got the 880

I love that remote....

What are your favorite things about it so far?

Did you change the Icons on it? I havn't gotten around to that yet.

[SeanMF]

Originally Posted by Master Charles

Just picked up a Harmony 880!

Ah my first Harmony remote. You'll like the 880. I've since had the Harmony One and (2) 1100s. Congrats!

[Bytor2112]

i like the look so far. its small, but it seems cozy. someone told me on mine that its an expensive hobby, so save your dollars and enjoy the movies like I do. good job!

[Vorlx]

I wasn't sure what to expect going into the thread but after seeing it, you have done a pretty good job with very little space. I have the Harmony 880 and it's been a great remote for me. I have had my eye on the Harmony 900 for awhile now.

[Master Charles]

Originally Posted by HAMP

I see you got the 880

I love that remote....

What are your favorite things about it so far?

Did you change the Icons on it? I haven't gotten around to that yet.

I have not changed the icons yet. I knew you could change the theme but you can put any picture you want instead of the icon? I am still just messing around with it and the software (which is great!)

I love the rechargeable battery, how it lights up right when you pick it up. I love the way it feels in your hand.

I still need to pick up the PS3 adapter.

Also a update on the room:

I got a few movie posters I want to put up and I am wondering if I should put them behind my TV? I feel it may detract from the viewing so that is why I am asking.

Also instead of that stupid gaming chair I may be buying this massage chair:



I have a gift card for a furniture store.

[Scooby Blu]

Lookin good Master!! Great remote! All in one remote is a dream of dreams for me!

[HAMP]

Originally Posted by Master Charles

I have not changed the icons yet. I knew you could change the theme but you can put any picture you want instead of the icon? I am still just messing around with it and the software (which is great!)

I love the rechargeable battery, how it lights up right when you pick it up. I love the way it feels in your hand.

I still need to pick up the PS3 adapter.

That's cool, sounds like you like the same things I mentioned in your thread asking about getting this remote.

and those are the same reasons I want to change my bedroom(620) to an 880. My wife won't let me do, until I claim I sell the 620. I might just get an 880 and tell her I sold the 620.

Or

I might get an 1100 use the 880 in the bedroom.... I don't know, but I do know, I love the 880, which is not going anywhere.

[Master Charles]

Originally Posted by HAMP

That's cool, sounds like you like the same things I mentioned in your thread asking about getting this remote.

and those are the same reasons I want to change my bedroom(620) to an 880. My wife won't let me do, until I claim I sell the 620. I might just get an 880 and tell her I sold the 620.

Or

I might get an 1100 use the 880 in the bedroom.... I don't know, but I do know, I love the 880, which is not going anywhere.

The 1100 is pretty cool looking. You will impress anyone who visits your home theater. Why won't you sell the 620?

[HAMP]

Originally Posted by Master Charles

The 1100 is pretty cool looking. You will impress anyone who visits your home theater. Why won't you sell the 620?

I have issue's with selling my stuff, I can't seem to really do it. It's a wierd problem I have.

Sometimes I hate taking stuff back to the store and getting my money back(Only if I like it).....

[Master Charles]

Originally Posted by HAMP

I have issue's with selling my stuff, I can't seem to really do it. It's a wierd problem I have.

Sometimes I hate taking stuff back to the store and getting my money back(Only if I like it).....

The only way I can afford things is buy selling stuff and buying refurbished. Without Ebay my theater wouldn't be possible. I sold my Wii for $500 two years ago at Christmas time. Best decision I ever made.

[HAMP]

Originally Posted by Master Charles

The only way I can afford things is buy selling stuff and buying refurbished. Without Ebay my theater wouldn't be possible. I sold my Wii for $500 two years ago at Christmas time. Best decision I ever made.

I know people do it, and I heard those amazing story, but I just have issue's with it and can't explain what it is.


simple story:

Years ago when N64 was popular, and I had golden eye, that game was so popular, someone offered me $150 for my copy, but I just couldn't let it go.

Funny thing/worst I still have it and I know it's not worth any money now.... lol
I still have my N64, all the controllers and vib/memory packs and they are just collecting dust, I can't seem to sell them.

Don't get me wrong, I have sold stuff and made money, it's just I have issue's with personal stuff.

[talstarone]

Have a Wonderful Day,Master Charles.
I hope your Weekend Went Well.