Thanks for all the input guys. What i have in mind for a home theater cinema system is a projector, 120" screen and a desktop with sound system. Anyone has this setup?
I had a setup like that.
It cost me about $40 to build a 12 feet projector screen using blackout cloth, wooden frame, and metal joints. Add another $40 for crown molding to be used as borders to make the screen look like a picture frame...to impress the ladies.
As for projectors, I'd go with the brightest one you can afford....at least 2000+ lumens. Be sure to paid attention to the cost of replacement lamps. The more interchangeabl
e the lamp is with other projectors...t
he cheaper it will be. Osram branded lamp are the longest lasting. Don't buy cheap philips brand, unless you can get it at half price of Osram. Don't waste your money with re-manufactured lamps. Look for a variable iris. Look for at least 720P. DLP provides the best pictures. Nowadays, there are laser hybrids (haven't used or seen them in person). Check the projector's manual to determine what the throw distance is before you buy it.
As for the sound system, the weakest link are the speakers. Big sound = big speakers, power....means no PC speaker setup. For speaker cabels, get the 14guage ones at monoprice.com. Get a USB DAC for the cleanest sound.
As for a HTPC, get the quietest ones. If you build one, get a mobo that controls all the fans, including the power supply fan.
Despite what anyone may think...playin
g FPS on the big screen sucks. You won't see everything; you get tunnel vision and get killed.
