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Front or rear mounted CRT projectors questions and answers. Note...Not Rear Projection all in one units.

This area is for the chat on setting up and using a theater with a fixed 2.35:1 ratio screen with digital projectors.

Sub-Forums: DIY Constant Height - NEW

Hi-end Digital Projectors questions and answers. These are projectors with price tags generally GREATER THAN $3,000USD MSRP. Note...Not Rear Projection all in one units.

Digital Projectors questions and answers. These are projectors with price tags Generally LESS THAN $3,000USD MSRP. Note...Not Rear Projection all in one units.

This area is it talk about any HT Gear with a price tag of $20,000 or more. From display devices and A/V processors, to speakers and Amps, this is the place for the Ultra HT Gear.

This area is ONLY for the chat on LCD Flat Panel displays. It is to be used to chat about the display type and not to use to attack it as compared to other displays. LCD CHAT ONLY. NO PRICE TALK/NO RETAIL LINKS PLEASE.

This area is ONLY for the chat on Plasma Flat Panel displays. It is to be used to chat about the display type and not to use to attack it as compared to other displays. PLASMA CHAT ONLY. NO PRICE TALK/NO RETAIL LINKS PLEASE

Flat panel general chat for the topic of one over another. Pro and Cons when chatting on both. Please post in the other for areas for support questions on the type of display.NO PRICE TALK/NO RETAIL LINKS PLEASE.

Screen questions and answers area on manufactured screens.

Sub-Forums: DIY Screen Section

Rear Projection CRT and Digital sets (DLP, LCD, etc) questions and answers. (RPTV)

Direct View Displays questions and answers of CRT based sets. (HDTV, traditional, or standard tube based sets.)

This area is for the chat on display calibration. The use, setup, and techniques used to get achieve the best image you can out of your display.

Talk about the standard def DVD (and LD) equipment that gives us so much entertainment. Please post software info and questions in the software area. NOTE...We do not allow the chat on copying of software.

Talk about DVD Recorders. Please post software info and questions in the software area. NOTE...We do not allow the chat on copying of software.

The area is for Cable, and Digital Cable - Non-HDTV general chat. Discuss hardware, software and programming. Please, HDTV in the HDTV section. No Cable Hack talk will be allowed! Please direct DBS chat to the DBSTALK site.

A general place to talk about video processors. Be it used for any type of display device this is the place for video processor questions and answers.

Computers as progressive scan DVD player, video processor, HDTV tuner, music jukebox, automation controller, Internet/game machine, and more. Windows, Linux, and Mac areas.

Sub-Forums: HTPC - Linux Chat, HTPC - Mac Chat

This area is for the chat about the local HDTV stations. Also includes talk on antenna type and reception including HD Cable.

For the talk about HDTV hardware for reception. For OTA receivers, Sat receivers and HD Cable. NOTE...Information regarding HDTV displays should be posted in the proper displays area.

For the talk about HDTV programming. Both DBS, OTA and HD Cable. This also includes legal issues pertaining to HDTV signals vs. HDTV programming and copyrights.

For the talk about HDTV Recording and playback hardware devices such as D-VHS, Windows Media, and other HDTV recorders. NOTE...We do not allow the chat on copying of software.

For the general chat on Hi-Def software media. Please keep HTPC chat on hardware in the HTPC section. NOTE...We do not allow the chat on copying of software and DO NOT attack each other over formats.

Be it HD DVD or Blu-ray...who knows! So with a dual format player is just where you may find yourself. This is the place to talk about these new units.

This area covers Blu-ray players. If you are not here for Blu-ray, move on. Please note this is not the area for software chat. (movies)

This area covers Blu-ray software. If you are not here for Blu-ray, move on. Please note this is not the area for hardware chat.

This area covers HD DVD players. If you are not here for HD DVD, move on. Please note this is not the area for software chat. (movies)

This area covers HD DVD software. If you are not here for HD DVD, move on. Please note this is not the area for hardware chat.

This area is for the chat on player hardware that is devoted to the playback of music. Not for digital audio servers or computers.

This area is for people that like to build your own speakers and subs. Share ideas and get the most out of what you do.

This is the place to ask about speakers and speaker setup. This area covers full range speakers as well as headphones and other audio output gear.

This area is for the chat on subwoofers, bass as it relates to subs, and bass transducers. This should cover theory, install, use, etc.

For your chat and questions on amps, receivers, and audio processors.

This is for chat on the topic of Home Theater In A Box type units. These units are all-in-one devices that are a Receiver, DVD Player, Amp, and speakers all in one unit.

This area covers multi-channel music audio discs. From DVD-A to SACD, this is the place to chat about the formats and the content in the market.

For chat on 2 channel stereo audio. Setups, concepts, likes, needs, etc.

Have questions on audio and/or the setup of an audio system? This then just may be the place to seek some help.

This area is to chat about the satellite radio services from XM and Sirius. It is not just for cars anymore.

For chat on HD Radio its reception, hardware and over all impressions.

Need to take the Audio and Video with you? Here is the place to talk about Audio and Video players that are portable. Please remember, this is not the place to look for the best price for that is not what the site is about.

This is for chat on digital recorders for items like Cable boxes with a PVR built in. Note that TiVo, Replay, and the MS box have their own forums. (for TiVo please see www.tivocommunity.com) Chat on hacking of service will not be allowed.

For the general chat about the RePlayTV and ShowStopper Digital Recorder. Your likes, dislikes, thoughts, wants, needs and support. ReplayTV related posts only please.

For the general chat about the MS UltimateTV Digital Recorder. Your likes, dislikes, thoughts, wants, needs and support. MS UltimateTV related posts only please.

This area is for you to talk about using your Home Theater for video games! From connections to make to the tips you may have on hot games. Please keep this area to the use of games in the HT enviroment.

Sub-Forums: General Gaming Help, HTPC Gaming, Nintendo, Xbox Area, PlayStation Area

A forum dedicated to devices that are digital media servers and content streamers.

Dedicated Theater construction ideas and design talk. From start to finish of your dedicated theater.

General media room discussion from existing room installations to complete design & build of home theater systems/game rooms.

Discussion of parts and accessories needed to complete your theater. Lighting, Curtains, Seating, Posters, Tickets and other theater related items and décor.

It's all about Gaming and Entertaining: Pinball, Arcade, Darts, Billiards, Ping Pong, Foosball, Vending Machines, Bars, Popcorn Machines, Soda, Beer, Neon Signs, etc., etc., etc.

This area is for general talk on Remote Controls and the use and programming of them.

Need to know how you can send audio and video though out your home? This is the place to ask! From integration and distribution to home networking. Get Connected!

Home automation is now a booming area in retro fits as well as new home construction. This is the place talk about controlling your home via modules and software running everything from your lights to your heating and A/C.

The area is for talks about items, whether off-the-shelf or do-it-yourself, to help improve the image and sound or just the overall performance of your audio and home theater, including interconnects, speaker cables, power cords, isolation, etc.

This area is for the chat on HDMI and it is monitored by and responded to by the makers of HDMI. What, where, how, why, issues, etc about HDMI and the format can be found here. NOTE...WE WILL NOT ALLOW FOR THE OUTRIGHT ATTACKS OF OUR GUESTS.

This area is for the chat on the 1394 Firewire standard and it is monitored by and responded to by the 1394 Trade Association. What, where, how, why, issues, etc about 1394 and the format can be found here.

Chat on movies, concerts and the like. This is not the area for chat on DVD players or recorders or multi-channel formats. NOTE...We do not allow the chat on copying of software.

This area is to chat about the booming trend of outdoor movie setups. "Movies under the stars" are becoming a way for neighbors to get-together, are you one of them? What great fun!

This section is for the chat on video camcorders from the Compact VHS, to the new HD Cameras and all that are found in between.

Though not used in the home theater areas, this section is to talk about, seek support, or just share ideas and what have you about car audio, video, and navigation.

A place to post information about locally organized Home Theater meets. You may post upcoming events or try to set one up. Also feel free to report back about the events.

(Links to Photo Gallery) - This will take you to the Member Photo Gallery where you will find theater photos and information from members of this site. ENJOY!

No matter how large or how small, the area of Home Theater is what we all have in common. So...Let others know your configuration. List your components first and then if you care to, a small history. Be sure to come back and keep it updated!

This area is to offer suggestions and to provide feedback on AVS Forum and its software. This area is not to be used to discuss forum rules or to complain about forum actions in regards to post or users. Posts will be removed that do not follow this.