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Pics of my HT progress...
Been doing a lot of work around here. Trying to maximize the space in the living room since it's not too large.
First thing we did was to hang the TV on the fireplace. Thanks to ClockwrkOrangeS4 for the install help!  Next was installing the "in wall" rear channel speakers. Previous speakers were larger bookshelf style speakers on stands. They had a bad habbit of getting in the way, and people bumping into them. Don't mind the extra cuts, and nail holes. Stupid stud finder was a piece of crap!      Next was the biggest project of all. Moving all of the components into the closet. I'm still not completely finished with it yet,but at least it's operational now.  Close the door and it's all out of sight!  So thats it for now. I'll get more pics up as the work progresses. Probably done till after Christmas. Get back on it after the first of the year. But at least it's all up and running now. Off to watch a movie!!!  Nick
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12-02-2007, 06:11 PM
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Looks good!
What about heat issues within the closet? Is there a fan or something in there?
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So far, I haven't had any issues. But I know it's coming. That amp kicks out a lot of heat! I have a plan to put in a vent on the left side of the closet. You wouldn't be able to see it from anywhere in the living room. Maybe also add a fan in the vent.
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12-02-2007, 06:17 PM
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Good deal! I'd just hate to here about all your electronics taking a dump on you..
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12-02-2007, 06:21 PM
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Well, for right now, I'm leaving the door open when anything in there is running. After Christmas, I'm going to install that vent in the wall, and then I should be able to leave the door closed all the time.
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12-02-2007, 06:36 PM
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I think you did really well with the install... looks like a big task getting all the wiring into the closet!
Now, time to sit and enjoy
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Thank you sir! Yeah, took 2 days to run all the wires. That was a pain, but worth it in the end.
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what model tv is that Phillips.
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looks great nick!!
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Thanks Tim! The rear channels are a little higher than what I originally wanted. But due to the structure of the house, where they are was my only option 
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12-02-2007, 07:56 PM
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I can't wait to get my own house and do the same.
Looks great. Too bad you didn't take any before pictures !
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12-02-2007, 08:12 PM
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bet the exterior walls were a PITB huh?
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12-02-2007, 08:22 PM
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12-02-2007, 08:55 PM
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Can you still use the fireplace without smoke/heat damaging the TV?
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looks good nick, how is it playing the 360 with it being in the closet, and your tv over the fireplace?
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12-03-2007, 07:18 AM
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Rack looks good. How do you get to the back of it? I saw in one of the HT magazines a cool revolving rack that would let you slide the entire component rack out partially, then swivel it. they are pricey, and its not like you need to get back there very often. You could build a small cart or chassis with casters so you could roll it out to get at the back for cable mgmt or MAC components.
I'm cheap and wouldn't want to pay the $$ they are asking but could probably use their design to DIY something as functional. 
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12-03-2007, 07:22 AM
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Like you said, you really don't need to get back there very often. I just lean back behind the components to get back there, or pull them out a little bit. No need to buy that expensive rack.....at least not for me.
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12-03-2007, 07:24 AM
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Looks good. It's a shame to hide all of that nice looking equipment. How well do your remote controls work?
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I had to buy an RF system. Bought the Harmony 890 remote. Without it, nothing would have worked. With the 890, everything works flawlessly. No delay what so ever. Love it
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I want a dedicated media room. I have a 50" plasma for regular viewing and an LCD projector for movies, both in the living room. It's a little busy.
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looks killer. i wanted to start on my living room, but i keep forgetting i'm only gonna be there a few years, so i don't wanna dump the extra $ i have on something that will be mediocre and i can't take with me
soon though... very soon... 
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Where is the center channel? How did you run the wiring for the front R/L and sub?
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12-03-2007, 10:20 AM
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Well, the wires are tricky, and you would probably have to see it in person to understand(I'm terrible at explaining thing ). But they are out of sight for the most part. Center channel is on the fireplace more towards the bottom. I'm going to buy a new center channel so it will fit on the mantle. The one I have right now is just too tall.
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12-03-2007, 10:52 AM
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turned out really nice, good work
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12-03-2007, 06:23 PM
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Nice. Big baller.
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12-03-2007, 06:59 PM
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Nice, and a very clean install.
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12-03-2007, 07:17 PM
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Big baller? haha yeah right! I've been saving and building this system for about 4 years, one piece at a time. Projector a screen are the last pieces of the puzzle. Maybe I'll be able to get those next year.
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12-04-2007, 07:27 AM
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It looks great Nick.
I can't wait until I've got my setup completed. It won't be quite as elaborate as yours but I think ya'll will like it 
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12-04-2007, 09:44 AM
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I took your advice and bought a pair of those in walls for my rears. They sound great !I dont think you can beat them for the price.
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i wish i could do that but i cant get into the attic in my house, i have like 20ft vaulted cielings so i guess im beat
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Is your TV not to high above the fireplace? I really want to do the same to get it out of the way but im afraid it will be at an uncomfortable viewing level...like sitting in the front row of a movie theatre.
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you could put a quiet fart fan in the ceiling of the closet and turn it on when you close the door....out of sight and quiet. Might undercut the door a little to allow air in down low.
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Nick, does your XBOX work with it located in the closet? I've got a PS3 and use it a lot for movies, a media server, etc. so I definitely want to keep it hooked up, but wasn't sure how the RF worked with it.... Also, can you give me an idea of what you spent on all of the connections and the footages as well as what all was required to make it all work? My setup will be similar to yours and obviously I'll have to check the distance from my closet to the mounting location, but component wise, it'll be similar.... thanks!
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The Xbox worked flawlessly set up like this. I had to buy a Harmony 890 rf/ir remote, and it controlled everything. Even with the door closed, the Xbox controller worked perfectly. Since then, I've changed the Xbox for a PS3. Although the Harmony will not control the PS3 since it is neither IR or RF(it's Bluetooth). Looking for a way around this right now There were lots of pieces to make this all work. I guess in the end, I probably spent around $5-600 to do this project. And that included the new remote. If you'd like to come by sometime and go over everything, you are more than welcome to. But trying to type it all out here could take days Nick
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12-10-2007, 09:59 AM
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That's interesting about the PS3. What's the range on the bluetooth? I hadn't tried to see what kind of range they have... might try that when I get home...
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12-10-2007, 10:01 AM
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I think it's around 30ft or so. My closet is right behind the seating(about 8 ft), so I don't need much.
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Looks good
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