Post pics of your LCD/Plasma Stands/ Setups - Page 3

etidd01 · 02-19-2009, 12:14 PM

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Originally Posted by glockman9c

TV should NOT be mounted eye level to the middle.

The ratio of eye level dramatically changes as the distance from the TV changes.

We generally install the BOTTOM of the TV to be eye level if possible at the recommended distance from the TV.

If it is too low, it looks stupid when you are standing.

Recommendations for 50" plasma, sitting approximately 8' from the tv? If my wife gets the stand she wants, center of tv would be about 3.5' from floor (top at almost 5').

GlockMan · 02-19-2009, 12:45 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by etidd01

Recommendations for 50" plasma, sitting approximately 8' from the tv? If my wife gets the stand she wants, center of tv would be about 3.5' from floor (top at almost 5').

On a stand it might be ok. On a wall, it would def be too low. what about your coffee table? can you see over stuff on it?

etidd01 · 02-19-2009, 03:26 PM

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Originally Posted by glockman9c

On a stand it might be ok. On a wall, it would def be too low. what about your coffee table? can you see over stuff on it?

Good point about the coffee table; we don't keep anything on there but a few books so I don't expect it to be an issue.

I looked at a BDI stand that was recommended for the bedroom (extra height), but it would have looked awkward in the living room. It's hard to find something in between 19"-32" in height (even in the high end stuff).

FadeToblack · 02-21-2009, 06:55 PM

davbro21 · 02-22-2009, 09:41 PM

I definately agree with the mounting the bottom of the tv at eye level and then just put a slight angle on the tv for best viewing. Also an added bonus is you can have your laptop on your lap while on the couch and have full view of the TV still.

I did this in a weekend myself. Mounted the TV, ran 2 Component, 1 Composite video, 1 HDMI, 4 Ethernet from my office, all surround speakers, Sub wiring, and speaker wiring all through the walls/attic and crawl.

And since then I have installed some lights as well:

Raymond42262 · 02-22-2009, 11:25 PM

^
good job, it looks like it was a lot of work running all that wire...

davbro21 · 02-22-2009, 11:41 PM

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Originally Posted by Raymond42262

^
good job, it looks like it was a lot of work running all that wire...

I got exceptionally lucky.... behind that wall are the 2 one piece shower inserts in my 2 bathrooms. Luckily there is dead space in between the fiberglass and the studs so I was able to run the wires from the plate to the tv as well as the power outlet and power for the lights with minimal problems. Getting the wires from the speakers in the ceiling from the attic to the crawl space was definately a PITA.

JewManji · 02-23-2009, 12:59 AM

Here Is my setup

'busa · 02-24-2009, 02:31 PM

^ Looks nice. You're probably past the age where you should have a model car on display in front of your TV, though.

grkm3 · 02-25-2009, 10:03 AM

Nice setup, but where's the Crestron?

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Originally Posted by glockman9c

Here is my system (so far).....

(1) Marantz SR7002 (preamp)
(1) Earthquake 1500w (300w x 5 RMS) Cinenova Grande 5 Amp
(2) Earthquake MKV15 Piano Subwoofers
(1) 63" Samsung 73 series Plasma
(6) Home Theater Master MX850 Remotes
(3) Home Theater Master RF Base Routers
(6) Polk Audio LCI 265i in Wall Speakers
(1) Escient Fireball Media Server
(3) Sony ES CX777ES 400 Disc DVD/CD Changers
(1) APC S15 Power Conditioner Surge Suppressor w/ Battery Back Up
(3) Scientific Atlanta/Pioneer HDTV DVRs
(3) Western Digital DVR External Hard Drives
(1) Gen IV MPEG4 16 channel Security Camera Mutiplexer w DVR
(16) Sony Day/Night Security Cameras
(1) Toshiba DVD burner
(24) Lutron Radio Ra Lighting Control Switches w/ 17 Lighting Scenes
(1) X Box
(1) Playstation 3
(1) Xantech 4 Channel IR Routing Block

WHOLE HOUSE:

(AM, FM, XM, Weather, Office Computer, CD, DVD, Escient, iPod, Security Cameras, Cable HDTV PVR)

(1) Nuvo Grand Concerto 6 source 8 zone Whole House Audio System
(2) Nuvo Single Zone Amps
(1) Nuvo Dual Tuner (AM/FM/Weather/XM)
(2) Nuvo iPod Interface Docks
(16) Niles and Polk Audio Whole House Audio Speakers
(2) Channel Plus 4 Channel Whole House Modulators
(1) Panasonic 37" Plasma Wall Mounted (Master)
(1) Panasonic 42" Plasma Wall Mounted (Guest Bed)
(1) Philips 23" LCD DVD Combo (Desk)
(1) Sharp 32" CRT (Jacuzzi)
(1) Sylvania 19" LCD DVD Combo (Kitchen)
(1) Philips 15" LCD (Garage)
(2) Philips 13" LCD (Master Bath and Guest Bath)

LIVING ROOM (30ft AWAY)

LIVING ROOM (20ft AWAY)

LIVING ROOM SUB 1 of 2)

LIVING ROOM DUAL CENTER CHANNELS

LIVING ROOM PLASMA ON 3 STUD MOUNT

MASTER BEDROOM PLASMA

MASTER BEDROOM PLASMA TILT MOUNT

MASTER BEDROOM 16 CAMERA SYSTEM

MAIN EQUIPMENT RACK

MAIN EQUIPMENT RACK LIT UP

MAIN EQUIPMENT RACK

WHOLE HOUSE AUDIO CONTROL PANEL

DESK CAMERAS

LUTRON LIGHTING

blownE30M3 · 02-25-2009, 10:08 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by grkm3

Nice setup, but where's the Crestron?

Greek your a programmer too aren't you?

GlockMan · 02-25-2009, 10:12 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by grkm3

Nice setup, but where's the Crestron?

I dont like touchscreens. I had a basic B/W Crestron a long time ago, I sold it.

My (6) MX850s do anything and everything I need.

I cant think of a single function that a Crestron would do that I dont already have. Really.

PS - I gave my amp a facelift to match the bottom section of the rack better. Now I gotta move my PS3 somewhere.

The Jerk · 02-25-2009, 10:20 AM

Why does everyone put their TV's near the ceiling? Spend a lot of time on our backs, do we?

GlockMan · 02-25-2009, 10:30 AM

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Originally Posted by The Jerk

Why does everyone put their TV's near the ceiling? Spend a lot of time on our backs, do we?

My living room TV is not anywhere near my ceiling.

In my bedroom...yes.

JewManji · 02-26-2009, 10:47 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by hayabusa55

^ Looks nice. You're probably past the age where you should have a model car on display in front of your TV, though.

Lol Ehhh Im only 20, maybe in a few more years.

it looks really high up but it is just the angle of the picture.

eric_waltrip · 02-26-2009, 11:49 PM

do DLP's count ....

Kain · 03-04-2009, 10:33 AM

My home theater setup.

turkey · 04-12-2009, 02:09 AM

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Originally Posted by Kain

My home theater setup.

damn bro got speakers

ryanwhite74115 · 04-16-2009, 02:41 PM

here are my setups:
Panasonic TH42PX60u
Belkin Pure AV 60 surge protector
Xbox 360
Toshiba HD-A2 (now a HD-A35) hd-dvd
Panasonic BD-10AK (now Sony 550) blu-ray
KEF iQ series speakers
Velodyne DPS12 subwoofer

Panasonic TH42PX60u
Denon AVR887
TWC HD DVR
Denon DVD557
KEF 3500 speakers/sub
Laurier tv stand

Hitachi 60VS810 & matching stand
Denon AVR887
Denon DVD557
TWC HD cable box
HTPC
Monster Power 5100 mkii
Boston Acoustics VR2's, CR67's, VRC
4 fully electric reclining tv chairs

ENJOY!!!

02-21-2009, 06:55 PM	#44
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02-22-2009, 09:41 PM	#45
davbro21 Registered User Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Washington Posts: 8 My Ride: 03 330Ci View My Garage	I definately agree with the mounting the bottom of the tv at eye level and then just put a slight angle on the tv for best viewing. Also an added bonus is you can have your laptop on your lap while on the couch and have full view of the TV still. I did this in a weekend myself. Mounted the TV, ran 2 Component, 1 Composite video, 1 HDMI, 4 Ethernet from my office, all surround speakers, Sub wiring, and speaker wiring all through the walls/attic and crawl. And since then I have installed some lights as well: Last edited by davbro21; 02-22-2009 at 09:50 PM.

02-24-2009, 02:31 PM	#49
'busa Registered User Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: FL Posts: 1,446 My Ride: E90 335i (sold) View My Garage	^ Looks nice. You're probably past the age where you should have a model car on display in front of your TV, though. __________________

02-26-2009, 11:49 PM	#56
eric_waltrip Registered User Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Tulsa ,Ok Posts: 606 My Ride: 2000 blk 323ci 5spd View My Garage	do DLP's count .... Attached Thumbnails

04-16-2009, 02:41 PM	#59
ryanwhite74115 Registered User Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: Raleigh, NC Posts: 1,751 My Ride: 2011 Hyundai Sonata View My Garage	here are my setups: Panasonic TH42PX60u Belkin Pure AV 60 surge protector Xbox 360 Toshiba HD-A2 (now a HD-A35) hd-dvd Panasonic BD-10AK (now Sony 550) blu-ray KEF iQ series speakers Velodyne DPS12 subwoofer Panasonic TH42PX60u Denon AVR887 TWC HD DVR Denon DVD557 KEF 3500 speakers/sub Laurier tv stand Hitachi 60VS810 & matching stand Denon AVR887 Denon DVD557 TWC HD cable box HTPC Monster Power 5100 mkii Boston Acoustics VR2's, CR67's, VRC 4 fully electric reclining tv chairs ENJOY!!! __________________ (\ /) or \(`–' )/ ( . .) c('')('')

02-22-2009, 11:25 PM	#46
Raymond42262 Registered User Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: The South Posts: 453 My Ride: Is German View My Garage	^ good job, it looks like it was a lot of work running all that wire...

02-23-2009, 12:59 AM	#48
JewManji Registered User Join Date: Oct 2004 Location: place Posts: 809 My Ride: a car View My Garage	Here Is my setup

02-25-2009, 10:20 AM	#53
The Jerk Registered User Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: In my $28mil armchair, smokin a cigar... Posts: 509 My Ride: E46 M3 View My Garage	Why does everyone put their TV's near the ceiling? Spend a lot of time on our backs, do we?

03-04-2009, 10:33 AM	#57
Kain Registered User Join Date: Jul 2003 Location: Dubai, UAE Posts: 3,220 My Ride: E39 M5...sold! View My Garage	My home theater setup.

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