Jav_sol wrote:If you need something that big, wouldn't you be better off with a projection system?
Maybe... But you'd need a proper size wall or screen.
Maybe... But you'd need a proper size wall or screen.
Home Theater/HDTV/et al...
Started by arnel98 · 30 Dec 2006 · 1,679 replies
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Maybe... But you'd need a proper size wall or screen.
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^ LOL. :rofl:
bmwracer wrote:^ LOL. :rofl:
Crazy huh? 80 inches....over the top.
Tu_triky wrote:Crazy huh? 80 inches....over the top.
Maybe... But if it were about $1K, I'd buy one. :mrgreen:
bmwracer wrote:
Maybe... But if it were about $1K, I'd buy one. :mrgreen:
Ha. Honestly I don't think I have 80" of open wall space. Definitely would have to get a TV stand and then it would be sticking out covering adjacent windows.
Tu_triky wrote:Ha. Honestly I don't think I have 80" of open wall space.
That's where the articulating wall bracket comes in. :mrgreen:
bmwracer wrote:
That's where the articulating wall bracket comes in. :mrgreen:
That's where replacing a window with a TV comes in.
Tu_triky wrote:That's where replacing a window with a TV comes in.
Cool idea! :applaud:
Oppo continues its legacy with two new top end Blu-ray players
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Regarded as the best of the best when it comes to disc players, Oppo has two new ones that can easily handle any disc you've got. Physical media isn't the only game in town, obviously, so in addition to Netflix, Vudu and local file support like MKV, Oppo has stepped it up even further by adding an HDMI port in front for use as an MHL input. This allows you to leverage the high-end Oppo's processing to do wonders on content stored on your portable or other MHL source. Speaking of video processing, both the new guys use Marvell's Qdeo video processor and are capable of doing both 2D-to-3D conversion as well as up-scaling to 4K. From a control perspective, a back-lit remote is included, but there's also an IR input, RS-232 and mobile phone apps. The BDP-103 will surely satisfy any videophile at $499 this October, but if you happen to be an audiophile too, then you'd probably want to wait until the BDP-105 is released later this year. Not only does it feature two ESS Sabre32 Reference DACs and a Toroidal linear power supply, but there are also dedicated stereo outputs with both RCA and XLR balanced connections and a headphone amplifier -- if you know what all that is, we're sure you really want it.
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Regarded as the best of the best when it comes to disc players, Oppo has two new ones that can easily handle any disc you've got. Physical media isn't the only game in town, obviously, so in addition to Netflix, Vudu and local file support like MKV, Oppo has stepped it up even further by adding an HDMI port in front for use as an MHL input. This allows you to leverage the high-end Oppo's processing to do wonders on content stored on your portable or other MHL source. Speaking of video processing, both the new guys use Marvell's Qdeo video processor and are capable of doing both 2D-to-3D conversion as well as up-scaling to 4K. From a control perspective, a back-lit remote is included, but there's also an IR input, RS-232 and mobile phone apps. The BDP-103 will surely satisfy any videophile at $499 this October, but if you happen to be an audiophile too, then you'd probably want to wait until the BDP-105 is released later this year. Not only does it feature two ESS Sabre32 Reference DACs and a Toroidal linear power supply, but there are also dedicated stereo outputs with both RCA and XLR balanced connections and a headphone amplifier -- if you know what all that is, we're sure you really want it.
bmwracer wrote:Oppo continues its legacy with two new top end Blu-ray players
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Regarded as the best of the best when it comes to disc players, Oppo has two new ones that can easily handle any disc you've got. Physical media isn't the only game in town, obviously, so in addition to Netflix, Vudu and local file support like MKV, Oppo has stepped it up even further by adding an HDMI port in front for use as an MHL input. This allows you to leverage the high-end Oppo's processing to do wonders on content stored on your portable or other MHL source. Speaking of video processing, both the new guys use Marvell's Qdeo video processor and are capable of doing both 2D-to-3D conversion as well as up-scaling to 4K. From a control perspective, a back-lit remote is included, but there's also an IR input, RS-232 and mobile phone apps. The BDP-103 will surely satisfy any videophile at $499 this October, but if you happen to be an audiophile too, then you'd probably want to wait until the BDP-105 is released later this year. Not only does it feature two ESS Sabre32 Reference DACs and a Toroidal linear power supply, but there are also dedicated stereo outputs with both RCA and XLR balanced connections and a headphone amplifier -- if you know what all that is, we're sure you really want it.
The Rolls Royce of disc players. I dunno I think these high end systems will be soon become an even smaller niche market as the average person transitions to streaming technologies that push content wirelessly. Truthfully my decidedly "low end" Oppo hasn't been used in over a year probably as I've turned to streaming set tops like Roku and Apple TV to watch stuff on my stand alone TV. I do use Blu Ray but only rarely.
Tu_triky wrote:I do use Blu Ray but only rarely.
I bought a Blu-Ray player (Sony) about a month or so ago and it has also the steaming sites (Hulu, Netflix, etc.) available, plus regular 'net access... Pretty nice. :)
bmwracer wrote:
I bought a Blu-Ray player (Sony) about a month or so ago and it has also the steaming sites (Hulu, Netflix, etc.) available, plus regular 'net access... Pretty nice. :)
That's key now. When I have a PS3 which does that along with the set top boxes...but when I got my Roku I got it primarily because it has a Crunchyroll channel allowing me to stream anime. At the time the PS3 player didn't have a Crunchyroll app but now it does...several months later.
Tu_triky wrote:That's key now. When I have a PS3 which does that along with the set top boxes...but when I got my Roku I got it primarily because it has a Crunchyroll channel allowing me to stream anime. At the time the PS3 player didn't have a Crunchyroll app but now it does...several months later.
Yup.
Seems like the Sony Blu-Ray player automatically adds new streaming sites to its lists... :victory:
bmwracer wrote:
Yup.
Seems like the Sony Blu-Ray player automatically adds new streaming sites to its lists... :victory:
Oh, wow. That's cool.
Tu_triky wrote:Oh, wow. That's cool.
I think it does... I could be delusional.
bmwracer wrote:
Yup.
Seems like the Sony Blu-Ray player automatically adds new streaming sites to its lists... :victory:
Very cool. I feel like my home system is busy enough with two dvd players one with a tape deck just in case, then a Roku and an Appletv.
Next thing is to ask Tu how to hook up with AirPlay from my new Mountain Lion OS. :beaten:
Eve wrote:
Very cool. I feel like my home system is busy enough with two dvd players one with a tape deck just in case, then a Roku and an Appletv.
Next thing is to ask Tu how to hook up with AirPlay from my new Mountain Lion OS. :beaten:
It's pretty easy, I think. If I can't help you I'm sure customer service should be able to...but it would be my pleasure to help. :)
Tu_triky wrote:
It's pretty easy, I think. If I can't help you I'm sure customer service should be able to...but it would be my pleasure to help. :)
When you have a chance. :bow:
Boy those Japanese sure are clever: http://www.dramafever.com/news/how-to-make-a-private-home-theater-with-just-cardboard-and-your-smart-phone/
(Well, this is the right thread. That IS a home theater.) :P
(Well, this is the right thread. That IS a home theater.) :P
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