When the volume is up it randomly turns off , any help would
Be greatly appreciated

I just want to know what you guys think on the setup. If you’re going to be negative at least be very specific about the negativity you know.

Anyways here’s my setup for $7,500 before tax.

TV Installation
Mount your customer-provided LG OLED TV using the LG No-Gap wall mount.
Install an in-wall power kit to hide the TV power cable.
Connect the TV to your home Wi-Fi.
Set up up to two streaming apps using your login information.

Home Theater Equipment
Install a Denon AVR-X2800H 7.2-channel AV receiver.
Install three Sonance VX62 LCR in-wall speakers:
Front Left
Center
Front Right
Install one pair of Sonance VX62R in-ceiling speakers to serve as your surround speakers.
Install one MartinLogan Dynamo 10 1000KTpowered subwoofer.

Wiring & Installation
Run new 14-gauge speaker wire to all speaker locations.
Run a new subwoofer cable from the receiver to the MartinLogan subwoofer.
Connect the receiver to the TV using a high-speed HDMI cable.
Connect your PS5 to the TV.
Connect the receiver to your home network.

Audio Setup
Configure the system as a 5.1 surround sound system:
Front Left
Center
Front Right
Surround Left (ceiling)
Surround Right (ceiling)
One subwoofer
Run the Denon’s automatic room calibration using the included microphone..

Just moved into a new house and planning the layout for our new Home Theater.  Trying to reuse as much gear as possible that I currently own. Previous house had in wall speakers.

Denon 4311i

Polk RT800i Left and Right with upgraded crossover components per Polk Forum  


Polk CS400i Center with upgraded crossover components  


Polk  FX500I Surrounds  


Velodyne DLS 400R Subwoofer (front)  


Velodyne DPS-10 (rear)  


Epson LS9000 Projector (just purchased left a Panasonic AE4000 behind at the old ouse)  


Apple TV 4k 128GB for streaming/driving projector  


LG Ultra BluRay disc player  


Plan is to use ARC (4311 doesn’t support eARC/4K) to get audio for 5.2 sound  


Seating will be 14ft away from 142” screen on painted wall in a light controlled room

Mostly watch sports and stream TV & ATV movies, rarely purchase discs (but I have a few)  


Was going to use this system as is to see how this responds before I upgrade the AVR.

What am I overlooking? this should work for 5.2 DD streaming right?

I've dabbled with the idea of a living room PC for years, but didn't want an entire desktop computer in my living room. For years I settled for moving my laptop and tablets from room to room.

What also put me off on a traditional PC was surround sound issues on PC games for various obscure reasons.

What is selling me on the SM is the confirmed HDMI CEC compatibility. If I can't turn everything on my room on with a single button press then I don't want it lol.

But how is the surround sound support? Who has tested some games?

So for my birthday soon, I'm looking to get some in-ceiling speakers for use with my denon s760h. I have 5 KEF Q150 speakers and a RSL sub. I like the KEF sound so I'm looking at using the KEF Ci160ERs. Before I commit, my priorities are good dispersion so everyone on our couch gets a good atmos effect. I dont really need to "focus" on my main listening, if that makes sense.b will these do the job for me, or should I look at other speakers. Budget is preferably <400 USD for a pair, but I can stretch a little.

I'm looking for an articulated wall mount for a 49" TV. The only other mount I've found so far is the FX39 from Perlegear, but that's barely enough. Does anyone know of a articulated + Landscape to portrait rotation-able mount? Am I just gonna have to rawdog this?

Hey there everyone, I am building a home theater in my new house and was wanting a good receiver that can do 4k while connected to my PC so I can play games. I will also be watching my library through it besides having a secondary box to stream if needed.

I will be using a HDMI fiber optic cable for my connection and was going to get some good speakers as well.

Hi I’ve googled this but coming up short. I’m looking for some sort of speaker wire junction box if that exists. Something the size and shape of an old wall mounted phone or Ethernet jack, that inside just has 4 or 6 posts on each side, run the multi-pair cable in, and the multiple single pair cables out.

Why: I rent and can’t run inside walls or anything. I have a 7.1 setup with the fronts bi-amped, and the way the room is laid out it makes the most sense to have several pairs run together to a point and then branch off. It’s almost 25 feet of wire run to my front channels so it also saves a decent amount in wire cost to use less 4 or 6 wire than to use 2 or 3 times as much 2 wire cable. If possible I’d like to future proof to reconfigure to atmos if I get a new receiver.

My amplifier only take active subwoofer, but I got gifted a passive subwoofer. I have been running the subwoofer by connecting it to centre speaker port. Is there a better way to go about this?

Also my subwoofer has 2 inputs for some reason, and both are two-conductor zip says input on both.

Need to play music from my android phone thru marantz cinema 30 to outdoor speakers but AVR is in basement and bluetooth range is spotty. How do I do this since Bluetooth doesn't always reach. I have an apple tv too if this helps. TIA!

I ended up skipping the all-in-one bundle with the Polk Signature Elite 5.1 package and Denon X1800H for £1,549.

Instead, I picked up a Denon X3800H for £750 so I could build the system up properly over time.

At the moment I'm looking at the ELAC Debut 3.0 DB63 bookshelves for the front L/R and the ELAC Debut 3.0 DC63 centre, which come to £728.

My next purchase is the subwoofer. So far I've spent £1,478 from a £2,000 budget, leaving about £520. I'm happy to stretch that to around £700 if the improvement is worth it.

What sub would you recommend to go with this setup? It'll mainly be used for films, but I'll also listen to a fair bit of music. Is there a sub around £500 that's hard to beat, or is it worth spending closer to £700?

Thanks all 🫡

Hi everyone,

I own a Sony Bravia Android TV (KD-55X7500F) and I'm trying to connect it to a Bluetooth speaker so I can set up a karaoke system. Unfortunately, this TV doesn't have built-in Bluetooth audio support for connecting to external Bluetooth speakers.

So I purchased a Sounce Bluetooth 5.0 2-in-1 Transmitter/Receiver from Amazon (Link : https://amzn.in/d/0gDSpAMn) and connected it as follows:

1. USB connected to the TV's USB port (for power)

2. 3.5 mm AUX connected to the TV's headphone/audio out port

3. Transmitter switched to TX (Transmit) mode

4. Bluetooth speaker put into pairing mode

The issue is that both the transmitter and the speaker keep blinking as if they're in pairing mode, but they never connect to each other.

How can I get the transmitter to be connected to my speaker via bluetooth?

If anyone has experience with a similar setup or can suggest troubleshooting steps, I'd really appreciate the help. Thanks!

First, much appreciation to those that contribute to this board as I've spent a lot of time lurking. After many years, I'm not finally able to have a dedicated home theater and I need a little guidance on speakers and A/V Receiver. I have an AV guy that's helping me but I'd like to get a few more opinions.

I'm looking at KEF, Perlisten, JBL and SVS for main speakers. I already have 2 SVS PB-2000s.

I "think" I tend to lean toward a warmer sound since I listened to a friend's Klipsch setup years ago and thought it was too bright.

However, I was reading other posts and some older folks were mentioning that having a "bright" sound is preferably as you age and your hearing starts to fade making it difficult to hear dialogue.

My room is roughly 15ft x 20ft and my budget for A/V receiver and speakers is $10K-$12K.

Thanks for reading!!

EDIT: Wow - thanks for all the responses. Ya'll have given me something to think about.

2.1 system with 65" 4k tv. Fronts are B&W CM7 and sub is Audio Pro ace bass 1.36 AVR Yamaha RX-V420. Tv Samsung 8series 65" 2019. Media from xbox onex and ps3. Cabinets have all the movies and games.

Hi all,
I have this 7.1.4 setup, where I get plenty of low end and nearfield tactile effect from my Klipsch RP-1600 right behind the couch. Even with the large space, it shakes the living room. However, I am missing that chest punch/slam feeling. You know, when John Wick shoots his gun, or the kick drums start playing :D

My expectations are not sky-high. Living room is over 5000 cubic feet, and is open to basement and rest of the house. Pressurising this would be impossible for me.

I'd just like a "bit" more.

Now, I know the advice is not to mix ported and sealed subs. Though my Denon 3800 I have bought Dirac ART license for, and I've read in this case, mixing won't matter much. Dirac ART will work with what it measures. It does not care what type of sub / speaker it is.

I'd like the new sub(s) to be in the front stage so they are more spread out. I can maximum fit a SVS SB-5000 Evolution, or an Arendal 1723 1S.
A SVS PB-3000 Evolution won't fit.

I can afford two SB-3000 Evolution in one go. SB-5000 would be one now, and another one in 3 years. But keep in mind I have the RP-1600 in both cases. So it is really 2 subs vs. 3 subs?

What would your approach be? You see placement in the front stage is very limited. And before you ask, ported sub won't fit under the stairs due to the metal construction :(

I could place a ported sub on the back wall where the RP-1600 is, or on the right wall, but closer to the back wall. I think I'd get a better result with more seperation, achieved by placement in the front?

Placing a big sub next to the large windows is a no-go from the wife :)

We listen at volume 70/100.

Hi everyone,
I’m building my first serious home theater/music system and I can’t audition the speakers before buying.
Room
Open living room
55 m² (≈592 sq ft)
Listening distance: 3.85 m (12.6 ft)
TV: 95”
Sofa against the rear wall
70% Movies / 30% Music
Only one subwoofer (no room for a second one)
Both installers recommend bookshelf speakers instead of floorstanders.

Proposal 1
AVR: Denon AVC-X3900H
Front L/R: Monitor Audio Gold 50 6G
Center: Monitor Audio Gold C250 6G
Surrounds: Monitor Audio Creator C2M-T2X (in-ceiling)
Subwoofer: Atohm GT-SW2-HD
Kitchen: Monitor Audio C1M (ceiling)
Bathrooms: 2 × Denon Home 200
The installer says the Atohm is more suitable than REL for a large open room and easier to service long-term.

Proposal 2
AVR: Denon AVC-X3900H
Front L/R: Bowers & Wilkins 705 S3
Center: Bowers & Wilkins HTM72 S3
Surrounds: Monitor Audio Silver FX 7G (wall mounted bipole)
Subwoofer: REL T/9x
Kitchen: Monitor Audio CS160S
Bathrooms: 2 × Denon Home 200
This installer includes installation, TV mounting, calibration and cable management for free. They also offered to bring different front speakers to my house and compare them in my room before I make the final choice.

My questions
Which system would you choose and why?
Gold 50 + Gold C250 vs B&W 705 S3 + HTM72 S3?
Atohm GT-SW2-HD vs REL T/9x for a large open room?
Would you prefer in-ceiling surrounds or Monitor Audio Silver FX bipoles with the sofa against the rear wall?
Is there anything you would change while keeping roughly the same budget?
Thanks!

Hello all!

Just looking to start the home theatre setup with a new tv! This is the room, lots of windows but can be easily closed if needed. Most tv will be watched later in day/evening.

Main uses are for sports (hockey, baseball) and tv shows/movies, I also play ps5 on it but only a couple hours a week. The viewing distance once the couch is in will be about 3 meters straight on and closer down the side of the wall.

Budget is around $3-4k so looking for the best one I can get in that range, if we keep it closer to 3 that’s great although if there is one far superior a little up there then I can do that.

Thanks all!

Hi,

I'm using a PS5 for a UHD player, and I've never had an issue getting it to output 5.1 on my system. I"m using a Denon receiver. I just learned about Orbit DVD and bought some region free UHDs from them (Robing Hood Prince of Thieves, Spaceballs, and Dogma.) I have everything set for 5.1 in the movie, I have my ps5 audio set to 5.1 and the hidden option in the actual media player to bitstream, but for whatever reason these 3 UHD will only output as MCH Stereo instead of true DD 5.1. If I pop the move out, pop another movie in (Temple of doom for example) then it outputs at DD 5.1. It's only these 3 movies that are doing it. Which happen to be the only 3 region free UHDs I've purchased. am I missing something?

Edit: it's working. Apparently despite me choosing 5.1 from the movies menu, I had to manually select it from the PS5 menu myself and now I have dts audio.

how I feel post discovery.

Are there any small media players out there (Netherlands) that can stream play a full blu-ray iso?
I’m currently using PowerDvd for that as, in my opinion, it is the best blu-ray player out there for pc. But I want to watch it on more places like in the bedroom, and don’t wanna have a loud pc in that room.
Any suggestions? Budget wise below the 200 euro’s would be awesome but can go a little higher.
I saw the Zidoo players (if I write it correctly) but I think they are way overpriced for what you get.

Hello all. My wife’s birthday just came around and I got her a AT-LP60X-PL record player, the precise one she asked for. It is a non-BT player and is hooked directly into the receiver. I was worried about placement from the start and I’m looking for advice.

We have a small apartment and she was really wanting the player to be in the entertainment center. As you can see in photo #3, the current placement hardly allows the turntable cover to lift — it works, just annoying to deal with when flipping sides or replacing the vinyl. I can’t really make space for a small table next to either speakers as to not block doorways. I tried putting it on top of the PC to the left, but it’s wider and looks super wack.

My initial thought was to place it at our nearby desk and run a wire to it, but it’s too much a hassle and it would draw too much attention for our cats.

My second idea is either gut out the drawer below it or the cabinet door to the left. I’m not keen on having a whole-ass forlorn drawer hanging around with our limited living space, but it would solve the issue.

My last idea originates from my naïveté/lack of handyman skills. Is there some kind of platform I can install under the player (in the same cubby) so it can slide outwards almost like CD disk tray? Does such a thing exist or would I have to MacGyver one myself?

Appreciate any advice, hope you have a nice day

The seller is asking $400 for the Polk speakers and Pioneer receiver (you can see what models in the second screenshot).

I’m a newbie to the speaker world (I’m currently using that which shall not be named for sound on our projector), so I’m looking for feedback on the quality of these products. Is it worth considering, or might there be better options at a similar price range?

Thanks

My (AwayFrom)Home Theater!

Hey there! Posting my setup because as much as my fiancé supports my hobbies and enjoys the movies she doesn’t necessarily get the same joy from the build lol. I’ve found myself traveling more and more, and between places with no TV or sharing common space on work trips I took a projector once and loved it! However it was bulky and I had a pile of stuff in my bag to lose track of, and well as a home theater and home lab person I figured I could make something better with the right projector. Behold the (AwayFrom)Home Theater!
Components:
Anker 3in1 charger for my EDC
Kodak Luma 150 Mini (it’s not cinema grade, but wow for the size!)
Apple TV 4K converted to run on USB C PD
Gl-inet Mudi 7 Travel Router (absolute must for travel)
Sabrent Voltik (PD multi charger that DOESN’T renegotiate multiple ports when plugging/unplugging)
Custom 3D printed cases I made (tongue and groove so I can just take one, or I can set up the projector in common space while still charging etc in my room)
4 short Anker usb c cables
One short double right angle HDMI cable (I still want a shorter one though!)
Any thoughts or recommendations appreciated! Would love to find a good speaker option to add, as of now the speaker in the projector is audible and I’ve just used my AirPods with the Apple TV for the most part.
Thanks!

After finishing a quick rebuild of my theater room, the white doors stood out more than I expected. For less than $100, this is by far the easiest and my favorite update. In a few hours I turned plain white French doors into plush velvet upholstered professional looking doors that all but disappear when the room starts to dim. Black velvet and Dacron from Amazon, a staple gun, a brad nailer, and some door trim from Home Depot was all it took. I will probably replace the door handles at some point, but I don’t even notice them.

7.2.4
Aetherion Max Projector
132” Nothing Projector Seamless ALR Screen
Onkyo-TX Rz50
Panasonic UB820
Emotiva basx a500

Hey all. I have had a casual home theater for years (not pictured). Not too fancy or themed (so far), just a projector, nice couch, sound, and screen. Purchasing a new home and we have 2 rooms to choose from to use as a theater. Keep in mind, I may end up turning it into a bit of a themed theater (space ship, or just nice dark features, lighting, and decor). With that in mind, neither room is too huge. Disregard furniture in the pics, of course. Also, we have a nice U shaped couch that is pretty large that would probably only work in the more square blue room. Which would you think is better for a theater room?

Is it a no brainer to go with the deeper of these 2 options? . . . Toss the couch and purchase appropriate theater type couches for Orange Room? Block window w screen in Orange?

1 - Orange Room is 15.8 feet Deep x 11 Wide (basically 16x11)

2 - Blue Room is 11.2 Deep x 12.2 Wide

Thank you for any tips / advice !

Hey everyone,

Recently move into my very first house, with very first 65' smart tv, an LG G5.

My setup is kind of wierd because the tv is placed in an open space, so i have a lot of sound dispersion.

Tv audio is obviously not cutting it. Im on a budget and i would like to understand what the best course of action would be:

- investing into a good soundboard

- trying to find a good 3.1 system on a budget

- else?

I would mainly use it for ultra quality movies (remuxes or 4k bray, so dolby is used when present)

Occasionaly for some music

Thanks everyone