Big Daddy's Home Theater Thread

[Johnny Vinyl]

I'm such a vinyl nut, that I've even bought those Verbatim CD-R's that look like mini 45's!

How sick is that?

John

[Big Daddy]

Originally Posted by talstarone

My Thoughts Exactally,John. And may I say Good Morning,nice to see you on the Forum this morning.

But the screen shots Big Daddy Posts look sharper and crisper then images I see at the Movie Theater.He certainly has an incredible set-up.

Thanks. This is actually my 5th projector and the third screen. I need to join AA soon before I go bankrupt.

[Big Daddy]

Originally Posted by talstarone

Well I do have a LaserDisc Player that would be perfect for you John.

The discs look just like LP's except they have a shiny,mirrored surface instead of the black color on a LP.

But everytime you loaded and watched a movie it would look and feel like you were handling some LP's...
So it may be the Perfect Match for you.

Originally Posted by John72953

I'm such a vinyl nut, that I've even bought those Verbatim CD-R's that look like mini 45's!

How sick is that?

John

I have two Laser Disc players for John, a Sony and a Pioneer. John, if you take them off my hand, you can have about 20 LD movies for free.

[crazyBLUE]

Originally Posted by Big Daddy

The actual pictures on the screen are much sharper. John, it is time for you to abandon your dreams about high-end turntables and start saving your money to purchase a projector, screen, and a couple of subwoofers.

The shots are simply amazing Big Daddy ! I just can't get over How dark the blacks are . And the clarity of the pics is stunning .

[Big Daddy]

Originally Posted by crazyBLUE

The shots are simply amazing Big Daddy ! I just can't get over How dark the blacks are . And the clarity of the pics is stunning .

Are you interested in the Epson 1080UB? As John said, I am the Coyote.

[crazyBLUE]

Originally Posted by Big Daddy

Are you interested in the Epson 1080UB? As John said, I am the Coyote.

Are you serious Coyote

[talstarone]

Originally Posted by Big Daddy

I have two Laser Disc players for John, a Sony and a Pioneer. John, if you take them off my hand, you can have about 20 LD movies for free.

I still have my LaserDiscs as well,Big Daddy .

I often wondered if they would ever be collectables or if they would ever be worth thr $40 and more they used to be when a Movie was first released.
I remember paying $59.99 at SunCoast the day Apollo 13 came out on LaserDisc .

I have been holding on to them in case they may be valuble a couple of hundred years from now...

[Big Daddy]

Originally Posted by crazyBLUE

Are you serious Coyote

I need to sell the projector so that I can buy a bigger and better subwoofer. I don't believe my 8 subwoofers in the HT room make the grade. I can hardly hear any bass sound.

I am just teasing. If I sell the Epson projector, my wife will have me shot. That is one thing in the HT room that she is attached to and truly enjoys. Recently, she has been telling me how awesome the sound is. Maybe, it is time to take advantage of her good feeling and buy more junk.

[Big Daddy]

Originally Posted by talstarone

I still have my LaserDiscs as well,Big Daddy .

I often wondered if they would ever be collectables or if they would ever be worth thr $40 and more they used to be when a Movie was first released.
I remember paying $59.99 at SunCoast the day Apollo 13 came out on LaserDisc .

I have been holding on to them in case they may be valuble a couple of hundred years from now...

I have about 20 Laser Disc movies left. I bought them around $40-$50 each. Luckily, we had a place that used to rent LD movies and VHS. I used to rent about 2-3 LDs every week.

[crazyBLUE]

Originally Posted by Big Daddy

I need to sell the projector so that I can buy a bigger and better subwoofer. I don't believe my 8 subwoofers in the HT room make the grade. I can hardly hear any bass sound.

I am just teasing. If I sell the Epson projector, my wife will have me shot. That is one thing in the HT room that she is attached to and truly enjoys. Recently, she has been telling me how awesome the sound is. Maybe, it is time to take advantage of her good feeling and buy more junk.

I thought so ! Would not want to upset the wife now , We need you here for you're Davine wisdom & things you don't need anymore !

[Big Daddy]

Originally Posted by crazyBLUE

I thought so ! Would not want to upset the wife now , We need you hear for you're Davine wisdom & things you don't need anymore !

I am signing off. Instead of Good Morning, I have to say Good Night. I need to get a few hours of sleep.

[Fors*]

Originally Posted by Big Daddy

I am signing off. Instead of Good Morning, I have to say Good Night. I need to get a few hours of sleep.

Night BD, get some rest dude, as it appears you'll need it for when you put that new sub of your's together!

[crazyBLUE]

Originally Posted by Big Daddy

I am signing off. Instead of Good Morning, I have to say Good Night. I need to get a few hours of sleep.

Night BD !

[Drew664]

Originally Posted by Big Daddy

I need to sell the projector so that I can buy a bigger and better subwoofer. I don't believe my 8 subwoofers in the HT room make the grade. I can hardly hear any bass sound.

I am just teasing. If I sell the Epson projector, my wife will have me shot. That is one thing in the HT room that she is attached to and truly enjoys. Recently, she has been telling me how awesome the sound is. Maybe, it is time to take advantage of her good feeling and buy more junk.

Wow, your screen shots prove your wife is right in really liking it. What would you replace it with? (No, another sub does not count! )

[Opips2]

Big Daddy,

beautifully coyote pic.

I'm curious. I'm interesting a front projector. Most I trust this Sony is best electronic system entertainment.

Big improvement upgrad a projector by current modern. but there big lcd hdtv is excellent pic because full 1080p and 240hz.

I'm waiting in future those more...more improve on front projector. it's still expensive.

[Big Daddy]

Originally Posted by Opips2

Big Daddy,

beautifully coyote pic.

I'm curious. I'm interesting a front projector. Most I trust this Sony is best electronic system entertainment.

Big improvement upgrad a projector by current modern. but there big lcd hdtv is excellent pic because full 1080p and 240hz.

I'm waiting in future those more...more improve on front projector. it's still expensive.

Projectors and their pictures give you a much better feeling than TVs.

I started buying projectors in early 1990's. The first real projector was a Sharp that I purchased for over $5,000. It was massive and took me a long time to attach it to the ceiling. It is now sitting in my garage. After the Sharp, I bought 3 Sony projector. My current Epson 1080UB is my 5th projector and the cheapest, but it is the best performing projector that I have owned. That is mainly because technology has improved quite a bit.

For a review of projectors, check here:
http://www.projectorreviews.com/home...projectors.php

For less than $3,000, you can buy an Epson 6500UB or 1080UB. Epson is the largest manufacturer of LCD projectors. They have developed the D7 TFT panels. Other manufacturers such as Panasonic use them.

http://www.epson.com/cgi-bin/Store/P...yes&oid=-14286
http://www.projectorpeople.com/proje...Cinema+6500+UB

Panasonic PT-AE3000U is also a great projector.
http://www.projectorpeople.com/proje...3000U&sid=PCEL

If you want to spend more, you can buy a Sony VPL-VW70 or one of the JVC DLS-RS Series:
http://www.onecall.com/ProductDetails.aspx?id=92904
http://www.projectorpeople.com/proje...projectors.asp

If you are looking for a 720P projector below $1,000, the Epson Home Cinema 720 or Sanyo Z60 projectors are good options.

Epson Home Cinema 720 (Editor's Choice):
http://www.projectorcentral.com/epso...tor_review.htm
http://www.epson.com/cgi-bin/Store/P...yes&oid=-14286

Sanyo Z60 Review:
http://www.projectorcentral.com/sany...tor_review.htm


If you want to watch TV and projector in the same room, you need a pull-down screen. There are manual pull-down screens that are very cheap and the electrical ones that are expensive. A fixed-frame screen is the best option in a separate dedicated home theater room.

If your room is totally dark, you should buy a white screen. If you have a lot of ambient light, buy a gray screen. The screens will provide you with years of service. Many people use their walls instead of screens.

[crazyBLUE]

WELL
IS
IT
DONE
YET !

PICS PLEASE OF THE NEW SUB !

[Big Daddy]

My custom-made subwoofer enclosure (25" Tall, 20" Wide, 28" Deep) for the 15" Dayton Titanic driver and made by ED arrived today. One word describes it:

BIG

Next to the Hsu 23" diameter subwoofer:

The caves inside the box:

The Big Daddy Surprise (Courtesy of ED):




Sneak Preview:

[Drew664]

So. How's it sound?

[Big Daddy]

Originally Posted by Drew664

So. How's it sound?

Check the ED thread. I have more pictures and explanations there.