Trust me, that Epson will look fantastic. As a frame of reference, at 10ft away, you need a 75" just to fully benefit from 1080p.

> My guess is that 120" is probably going to be best.

Yeah, 138" may be too big, both in regards to the space and distance.

So, so far we got:

Projector: Epson 5040UBE for $2800

Screen: 120" 1.0 gain for $300. Now the screen is already a light grey (better blacks than a white screen, which is 1.1 gain), but if you want some slightly better blacks (0.95 gain), that'll cost $450.

For the rest:

Receiver: Denon X4300H for $1500, an amazing receiver, comes with all the bells and whistles (expect full 7.1.4 Atmos of course, that'll be >$2000).

Speakers:

• Fronts: 2 orders of the PSA 210T and 1 210C. This will set you back $3025 ($2225 if you go with the 110 bookshelves instead of the towers). These are pretty much the baddest speakers you can buy without spending absurd amounts of money.
  
  
• Side Surrounds: Fluance XLBP for $200 (I have these, they are great). These will side wall mount in between both rows of seating. For height placement, the tweeters should be 2ft-3ft above ear level, so figure the compromise between each row since the rear is raised.
  
  
• Rear Surrounds: Fluance Signature bookshelves for $200.
  
  
• Subwoofer: Rythmik FXV-15 for $1000, this beast will meet all your needs and more.
  
  That's ~$9200 if you get the towers and slightly better screen. It will be ~$8300 if betting the bookshelfs and the $300 screen. Don't forget costs of any stands for speakers, a projector mount if you are putting it on the ceiling, subwoofer cable, etc.
  
  Also, while pricey, I highly recommend Harmony remotes. I have the 650 ($50) model and love it. If you want to spend ~$350, the Ultimate allows you to hide all your components in a cabinet, easily control smart objects (say smart lightbulbs that you can dim/turn off/turn on) and even have Amazon Alexa integrarion (so you can buy an Echo and use voice commands to control everythig).
  
  Also go on YouTube and watch Audioholics' and Zeos' videos on the "sub crawl" for best subwoofer placement.

Hello home theater gurus! You guys have helped me before when I was looking for a nice set of speakers for a previous setup and it was much appreciated and very helpful.

Basically, I moved to a new house and it has a great basement, perfect for entertaining. on the far back there is a wall perfect for a projector and screen setup (at least it seems like it to me!). The space looks like this and the measurements are here. I currently have Fluance AVHTB speakers: http://www.fluance.com/avhtb-surround-sound-home-theater-5-speaker-system
plus two small Onkyo bookshelp speakers for rear surround for a 7.1 HT setup.
I have an old Onkyo receiver: HT-R560 powering everything and a Dayton Audio SUB-1000 10" 100 Watt Powered Subwoofer to round it all out.

For a projector, I seemed to have settled on a BenQ DLP HD 1080p Projector (HT2050)-$700: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B016JYOQ3W/?tag=thewire06-20&linkCode=xm2&ascsubtag=AgEAAAAAAAAAAKz5

for the screen I figure it can roll down from the upper ledge in teh above picture, so I chose an Elite Screens Spectrum, 100-inch Diag 16:9, Electric Motorized 4K Ready Drop Down Projector Screen for about $200: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000YTRFEG/ref=as_li_qf_sp_asin_il_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=themasswi0f-20&camp=1789&creative=9325&linkCode=as2&creativeASIN=B000YTRFEG&linkId=48a99c29ba91e26e8944f995e9b3d432


Am I doing OK? would you recommend anything else? I want to use it for some gaming (an old PS3, maybe being upgraded to a PS4 in teh near future and for movies/TV... mostly from the internet (Netflix/Hulu/etc.).

some questions I have:

should I go with a screen that allows sound to go through better for my mid speaker, or will cranking it up be OK for that and just getting the better screen (but lets less sound through) be good?

Should I forget the projector idea (never have had one) and just get a giant TV?

what would be and how much money would the next level best bang for your buck projector run me?

do wireless HDMI setups work well for all applications (no laggy picture)?

will this projector look pixelated at all at the max (100") for this screen?

would the next sized Elite screen (110" max) be worth it at $300? It would fit, but reach down to almost the floor.


Thanks in advance for all your help and please excuse my newbie questions!

Rock on and thanks!

-Lou

I went from a triple monitor (23 inch x 1080p @120hz) setup to a 34 inch 1440p @ 100hz + 27 inch 4k monitor @ 60hz. If you use all three monitors then personally a 34 inch ultrawide + 27 inch is the way to go. I too run a gtx 1080 but on a 6800k x99 setup.

The Ultrawide is vastly better than individual monitors but my 1440p 34 inch one is only as productive as a dual monitor setup. Not having the extra real estate is noticeable but only if you used all three.

From the games you described, racing games in particular, look amazing on ultrawide. You don't seem to play things like overwatch/ CoD and so will see minimum benefit from going to 144hz monitor and would find better value in an ultrawide.

TV's have large input lags that may or may not be noticeable to you. Given your budget, have a look at my setup of a 27 inch + 34 inch ultrawide. The 27 inch can then be a 4k, a 144hz or whatever monitor you want. 27 inch is important because it's virtually the same height as a 34 inch ultrawide - see here:

http://www.displaywars.com/

For completeness sake I will mention another option - the 38 inch lg ultrawide:

https://www.amazon.com/LG-38UC99-Class-UltraWide-International/dp/B01MDK43N0

The main issue is it's double your budget! I only mention it, as the extra real estate may make it possible as a single triple monitor solution. However, I have no experience with this monitor and it is out of budget but just in case someone else comes across this post, it might help.

From personal experience, a single ultrawide is better than any dual monitor setup I have ever had. But I am really glad I have the 4k monitor to the side for 3 reasons:

1. It's 16:9 meaning I can play/ do things that don't accommodate a 21:9 screen size.
   
2. It's 4k so I can do testing on higher resolutions.
   
3. I love being able to use the ultrawide as a full screen and then throw a window open on the third screen (e.g. the internet) whilst I game or multitask. Without it, I would have to use docking programs to split my ultrawide half and half. Just my 2 cents.

I feel like you're really limiting yourself on options by only getting stuff from Best Buy. Depending on your seating distance, I'd go with a projector to make it a true home theater experience. I'm not against big TVs but when I'm ready to have an all out dedicated theater, TV is not what I think of. 4k projectors are starting to become viable options even if they're not 'true 4k', pixel shifted models are almost indistinguishable from the real deal.
On the audio end, if you get refurbished gear from accessories4less and get internet direct gear, you can get much better value and quality than what's available at Best Buy. The one thing that the store might be good for is to listen to the Klipsch models and see if you even remotely like how they sound.
With all of that above said, here is my recommendation
Epson 4010 projector

Silver ticket screen

Denon X1400

2X Klipsch RP-160M

Klipsch RP-440C

2X PB-2000, select dual for 100 in savings.

All in this puts you at 4736.72 and nets a really good 5.1 setup. You could upgrade to a full atmos receiver and tower speakers if you really wanted to and had the space for it.

I'd replace the X1400 with a Marantz SR6012 to get full atmos. Curiously the Marantz is cheaper than the equivalent Denon X4400 option.
I'd also go with the Klipsch RP-260F up front.

This gets you full 7.2 with the option to upgrade to Atmos, tower front speakers and all of the rest above for
5944.56

I'd even go as far as calling the second upgraded option the generic recommended /r/hometheater setup. The most obvious thing to replace would be the speakers and subs depending on your preference with any speaker brand and the subs with other ID companies like Rythmik, HSU, Powersoundaudio.

• The 3d is nice to have, but I understand the desire for simplicity. In this case, the 3d really drove up the price; I wanted both 1080p and full 3d, which at the time was a rarity in consumer-level projectors and so really drove up the price for me. Most projectors are not 3d, in my experience.
  
  
• The install was easy. I used the following products:
  
  -- Omnimount, which is basically just a shelf for my projector.
  
  -- Projector mount an actual projector mount; my current house is not conducive to this, but this is the mount I used at my last house. Both worked well and were easy to setup.
  
  -- Actual projector, my projector. Again, it was one of the few ones below $10k with the features I wanted at the time I was looking. Now these seems more common.
  
  -- Projector screen. This is 100"; you can get bigger or smaller and how big you needs depends on the projector and the size of the room. At my last house, I just used a white wall, which works very well if you have an appropriately sized and colored wall. This particular screen broke (the screen works fine but the motorized opening and closing stopped working), but that may have been my fault.
  
  
• This projector has two HDMI and one RCA port. It has no speakers, so I use a receiver and 5.1 speakers; my last projector had 2 speakers and an ipod mount, which was neat but mostly only useful if you were using your projector away from home. My last projector was an Epson; I forget the particular model, but it was similar to this.
  
  
• If you don't want 3d or other sexy features, you can get a quality projector for a few hundred dollars. This is especially amazing if you consider the price of a similarly sized TV: again, I have a 100" screen that supports full 3d and 1080p. The price of a similarly sized and featured TV is astounding, while I only paid $1300 on this one.
  
  Please let me know if there are any other questions I can answer!

The best "non-smart TV" will probably be a projector but the best ones, much like the Ferrari discussion below, are tailored because they know people are getting just the display.

I think the reason you're getting flak is that you're asking, effectively, "I want a car in the Camry price range that is tailored to the way I drive." TV producers, and Camry producers, are going to make something that caters to the highest number of people not something that fits the pro-sumer market. Pro-sumer TVs just don't exist. They will never fit the use case of enough people to be justified. The closest thing out there are the commercial displays, but those are for digital signage (again, suited to the use case) and far beyond your price range.

If you've got a good home theater setup with surrounds and etc, get a projector. Here's a good one for $730. Then get a 120" entry level motorized screen and for $840, you no longer have a Smart TV, and have a 120" display (or there about).

I don't own one myself, but elite screens are generally regarded as good quality. That being said, unless the edge free design is important to you, you can have a screen of similar quality for about half the price. Elite screens has a model I think around $200. Also Silver Ticket screens are excellent, and can be had for around $200. I have a silver ticket, and I'm very happy with it.

https://www.amazon.com/STR-169110-Silver-Ticket-Cinema-Projector-x/dp/B00I4WSJF4/ref=mp_s_a_1_1/145-4712000-0947930?ie=UTF8&qid=1540964301&sr=8-1-spons&pi=AC_SX236_SY340_QL65&keywords=silver%2Bticket%2Bprojector%2Bscreen&psc=1&th=1

This is the one I have. The edge is quite large, that's something I've never minded though. There's also a white model for even less money.

Edit- Just in case you're completely new to researching this, there's a lot of info out there on projector screens. Particularly what color to go with. If you're in a basement with no ambient light, a white screen is probably fine. If you've got some ambient light going on though, a grey screen may work better for you.

I currently have a [120" Silver Ticket] (https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00CYLOTPK/) off of Amazon and I've always thought it was pretty nice, but seeing the dark energy demos ... wow. Do you think I would see a significant improvement with the Abyss ALR? I'd certainly spend the $1,200 if it would greatly improve my HT setup.

If you live in a place where you could mount a screen, or have a room setup with enough space to use a stand, and you truly want to get the theater experience, you can get a solid projector-based setup for $1500.

BenQ W1070 - $700

16:9 100' retractable screen - $80

Assume ~$70 for a blu ray player, if you don't want to just get an HDMI cable and adapter and use your laptop for now, and that leaves $650 for audio, which can certainly get you a very strong two-channel system. Especially if you live in an area with a healthy craigslist trade. Then you can work your way up to 5.1 over time if you feel the need to.

Keep an eye out on craigslist for Infinity Primus P363 tower speakers (and for upgrading to 5.1, other Infinity Primus speakers as well). The Primus line has just gone out of production, but they're great speakers for their price, and the 363 towers could regularly be had for $200 a pair on sale at Amazon or Fry's, so they got around quite a bit and pop up pretty regularly secondhand.

In general soundbars and other home-theater-in-a-box setups are a good thing to avoid if you can afford to step up a notch, and I think you could with your budget, especially your budget + some patience for sales or your budget + craigslist.

I can't say I'm an a/v guru, but this is the core of my setup and I typically get "I would never leave my couch..." reactions when folks come over, haha.

You'll probably find more advice over in /r/hometheater, too.

I made the screen using poplar wood for the frame and "Carls Blackout Cloth". They have a good guide on their website on how to put it together and the material works great once it's stretched. It's quite durable as well, I know it looks like theres a cut on it in the picture but it's just a defect in my phone camera.

I am extremely pleased with the Jamo speakers. The towers are great for the mid-lows to high range which is perfect, if it is paired with a nice subwoofer. The surrounds are small and as such cannot get loud. I ran into a issue when I was blasting Tron and there was a scene that was sending music to the surrounds. The surrounds attempted to keep up with the towers and distorted quite a bit. I have found this occurrence to be rare as usually it's just support sound coming from the surround speakers so far. However for the price I'm blown away and would pay more for just the 2 towers and center. I will likely upgrade the surrounds if it becomes an issue, however I don't plan on upgrading anytime soon.

Absolutely possible to get started within that budget. Setting up a projector based home theater is a journey, it’s not a buy one time and be done.

This is what I did also, since I wasn’t sure if I’d enjoy the projector experience. Since you are new to projectors, I would recommend getting an entry level projector ($500 to $700) brand new or you can try the classifieds in avsforum (or craigslist). The cheap projector may not be 4K, may not have the placement flexibility etc - but before you plunk serious dollars into all that, this is a great way to get your feet wet. For a projector screen, used is a great option (as there are no electronics to go bad). Or, you can spring for a new Silverticket screen for around $250 or so.

If you have the AV equipment already hook it up and check to see if you like it. The. You can spend more money/time on room treatment, better projector etc. Over time. If you don’t like the experience, sell these for not much of a loss.

Here are the links:

Projector: https://www.benqdirect.com/ht2050a-refurb.html

Screen: https://www.amazon.com/STR-169120-Silver-Ticket-120-Diagonal/dp/B00CYLOTPK

Performance wise I don't think there is anything other than the look of the frame. The performance difference on the last 2 you list is that they support acoustically transparent screens so that you can position the speakers behind the screen if you have a false wall to mount it on.

If you aren't building a dedicated theater that allows positioning the speakers behind the screen then I would recommend you save some money and get the regular cinewhite material with a 1.0 gain.

I got the following screen with Cinewhite (100 inch) from Amazon here and love it:

http://www.amazon.com/Elite-Screens-ER100WH1-Projection-Screen/dp/B00366KE3I

Basically just built it like a really big artist's pallet, with I think 1x1 or 2x2 lumber + a special screen material. I used 1.0 gain "blackout" cloth from Carl's Place. I think overall with the lumber, hardware, and screen material is around $100 to build. Nice thing is the screen is 100% independent from the projector so once you have one you're pretty much set for life.

Pretty sure this is the screen material I used.

Shoutout to the people on /r/hometheater who helped me out with some questions during my build :)

A couple details:

Components:

I read QUITE a few reviews and this series was very highly rated at a reasonable price. Ended up getting many of them on refurb, open box, or otherwise for a great discount.

R/L Floor Speakers: Polk Audio TSi400

Center channel: Polk Audio CS20

R/L surround: Polk Audio TSi200

R/L rear in-ceiling: Polk Audio RC80i

Subwoofer: Polk Audio PSW505

Receiver: Harman Kardon AVR-3650

Projector: Optoma HD20

Screen: Elite Screens Sable, 100" CineWhite

Blu-Ray player: Pansonic DMP-BDT220

Remote: Logitech Harmony One RF (no line of sight needed)

Total of all electronic components with wiring and such came to around $5,000.

All lumber used for coffers is 1x finger jointed poplar. Used 1x8 ripped to dimension for verticals, 1x10 for horizontals. Sizes were dimensioned based upon the depth of the gimbal lights above the columns and the width of the column capitals.

Base and casement trim is also FJP, crown molding was MDF due to the major cost difference. Doors are Western solid cores, knobs by Emtek.

All speaker wires are 12 gauge UL rated for in-wall usage. All other cables and connectors are from Monoprice as well.

110v wiring is all 12/2 with 15A receptacles.

Gimbal lights from Lowes, wall sconces are Minka Lavery.

Total for all building materials came to around $2,000 (much of it in the coffered ceiling materials).

The project took around 2 months to complete from start to finish, of working on it after work each day. I'd estimate that there was about 100 hours in the ceiling construction, a great deal of that in paint work.

The columns/trim/doors/coffers are all done in a BM satin, which is the lightest shade of brown. The walls are of the same swatch, only one color darker, and in flat (to prevent light reflection from the bright projector). The ceiling is one color darker on the same swatch, also in flat. The vertical insides of the coffers behind the crown was also painted with the ceiling color to make the crown stand out more. The dark colors were all chosen to minimize any reflection from the screen.

Now that the room has a closet and an egress window, it can technically be counted as a 4th bedroom in my house when it comes time to sell.

I've always used some sheer fabric. This year I upgraded to a rear projector screen for $30 from Amazon and it was a big improvement (Mdbebbron 120 inch Projection Screen 16:9 HD https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07FB6VW1M/).

Also upgraded to an LED projector from wish.com ($58). 1200 lumens, 1080p HDMI which I plugged my Roku stick into and accessed Plex media server wirelessly to stream Michael Jackson's Thriller which I made into a loop 2.5 hours long. Projector surprisingly good in the dark. As good as the $1200 lamp projector, circa 2006 it replaced.
https://www.wish.com/m/c/5a532053e26cae51de4a48c2

Needed to tie the bottom down as this new screen was shorter than the fabric of prior years. So I melted and molded a milk jug over my $20 skull. Took it off and filled the mold with concrete x3 (https://www.amazon.com/photos/share/S5GsIXpe1bW0qiCBSqgZmyrnEthtb76lP29UVZe2CwS )

I like to add something new every year 😁

Honestly worth it to save just a little more...

Optoma UHD60 True 4K UHD Projector, https://www.amazon.com/dp/B071P6KQZH/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_taa_nOnTDbSM206YR

Elite Screens Sable Frame B2, https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00Y7XA2OA/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_taa_AQnTDbPZRZPWH

I have that setup for video. I also have a 7.1 surround but starting with the screen and a soundbar is pretty great.

I doubt you'll have to spend that much for a decent screen. My go-to's are from Silver Ticket. They're good quality, super easy to set up, and easy on the wallet.

• STR-169110
  
• STR-169110-G
  
• STR-169120
  
• STR-169120-G
  
  If your room is completely light controlled and dark, I recommend going with a white screen. If not, a grey screen may help with your contrast and color performance.

> I basically have a 16ft (length) x 12ft (wide) room x 9ft height that i want to convert into a little theater room, the wall im planning to put the screen is 12 ft wide x 9 height so im thinking i can go up to 125" or 135".

So taking this info, and the Epson 5040UB you get to use the fun little tool here: https://www.projectorcentral.com/Epson-Home_Cinema_5040UB-projection-calculator-pro.htm

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So based on the dimensions of the 5040UB, which is 7.60" x 20.50" x 17.70" (HxWxD) So just to make stuff easier we have a depth of 18" for the projector, add on a few inches for cables and such and around that off at say 24" for the projector.

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That means you have a maximum throw distances of 14 feet.

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Now going back to the calculator above, with a 14' throw distance the screen sizes you have to work with are as small as 68" or as big as 143" diagonal.

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>Is this the best projector for less than $2k?

This is very much a subjective topic. But just a little info, if you ever want to send out a 18GBPS 60hz 4k HDR video feed, the 5040UB is NOT your projector. It'll never do that.

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> Do you guys recommend getting the best buy warranty for 2 years for $229.99

Really depends on what is covers and how hard it is to make a claim.

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> what would be the perfect screen size for my room?

This is more dependent on your seating distance. Say you go with 11 foot seating distance to leave some room behind your couch so you can do proper surround sound, I'd go with 120" screen at that seating distance. But that is my personal preference. Some thing that is too big of a screen for that seating distance.

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> I rather have a motorized or pull down screen so kinds cant damaged, worried that if i have a fixed one they will damage it with a marker or something

I'd be more worried about the fact that after time drop down/pull down screens develop waves/warping. Fixed frame is the ONLY way to go. Elite Screen 120" is only a few hundred bucks, not like its a $4k TV.

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> Any screen recommendation based on b and c?

Yup, as mentioned above, Elite Screens 120" Fixed Frame

https://www.amazon.com/Elite-Screens-Sable-Frame-120-INCH/dp/B00Y7XA2OA

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I agree - I'd go with this first.
But if you really want to DIY, it can be done. You'll want the screen sewn around a heavy wooden dowel on the bottom, which will keep the screen hanging straight without ripples/etc. You could roll it up around a cardboard tube or something to store it. I'd use 2-4 large storage hooks like these to hang the screen from, and to hold it when it's rolled up.
Alternatively, you could do a solid screen mounted on a frame of pine 1x2s. Very easy to make, and quite cheap. I've done this in the past with a 130" screen salvaged from some old tripod screens.
Either way, I'd use this material unless you can figure out a cheaper DIY solution, and I recommend doing a black felt tape or matte black paint border to add a professional look (and it makes it a lot easier to square up the projector and avoid bleedover).
Pinning down blackout cloth over the window seems like the simplest solution for the light problem. (or heavy curtains)

Great thanks a lot for your help. Hopefully it's not too hard to setup as I have never done anything with a projector before. Is this a good screen? Also I have a false basement ceiling with tiles so would it be ok to place the projector on a stand on the floor and do it that way rather than hang from ceiling? If need be I guess I could figure out a way to hang from ceiling.

Honestly your easiest option is to drop $200 on a 100 or 110 inch silver ticket screen https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00HZRM9K0/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_MGI8Bb3J54WF3 and then get some nice bookshelves for the side and a nice center channel at a reasonable height. Your current screen is just too big for your room leaving you no speaker options. Acoustically transparent and constructing the false wall are going to cost you major coin, but you would be able to treat alot of that back wall and get some seriously big speakers if you went that route. Good luck whichever path you choose.

Can you do a fixed screen? Retractable screens without tab tensioning end up getting waves within a year or two, meaning you live with a shadowy picture or end up buying a new screen, anyway. To get tab tensioning, you'll have to shell out considerably more money.

As for placement, you'll want to position the projector as close as you can to the screen you choose to get better brightness and put less strain on the projector.

Finally, I would recommend that you get a larger screen; something like 120" diagonal would be ideal for that range. Very few people ever complain that their screen is too large, and larger screens are much more immersive.

Anyway, an Elite 120" fixed screen will run you about $300, which I realize is over budget, but you'll be able to keep it in pristine condition beyond the life of the projector.

Good luck!

Screens can make a big difference but to the common eye just a reasonably priced, well reviewed one off amazon will do you fine.

If either of you are handy, the best bet is to buy the felt and build it yourself.

(Example: Carl's Blackout Cloth, DIY Projector Screen Material/Projection Screen Fabric, 66x110-inch, Matte White, 16:9/1.0 https://www.amazon.com/dp/B007KA07YM/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_0MArybQ4R09XE)

If that's not the case then I'd just search amazon for screens in your budget and read the reviews. You can get a decent screen for $100-$200.

I got you.

Here's your shopping list, mind you this is if you're doing a projector setup, which I would recommend:

Pioneer Elite AV Receiver: Pioneer VSX-LX303 9.2 Channel 4k UltraHD Network A/V Receiver Black https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07CRMX1W1/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_UMIwDbQM7B540

Klipsch RP-500 M bookshelf speakers (pair) x2: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07RG8FC92/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_mOIwDbKCJDPH5

Klipsch Wireless 10" subwoofer x2: Klipsch R-10SWi 10" Wireless Subwoofer - Brushed Black Vinyl https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01MQFIP9F/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_zPIwDb259BH0C

Klipsch R-52C center channel: Klipsch R-52C Powerful detailed Center Channel Home Speaker - Black https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07FK41FGL/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_-PIwDbH0S8PWA

100 ft. Speaker cable, x2 just in case: AmazonBasics 14-Gauge Audio Stereo Speaker Wire Cable - 100 Feet https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01D5H8YNO/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_NQIwDb0N0EAFP

Banana plugs for your cable: Monoprice 24k Gold Plated Speaker Banana Plugs, Closed Screw Type (20 Pairs) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B072J5TYDY/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_uRIwDbMPRHTTQ

1080P projector: Optoma HD27e 3400 Lumens 1080p Home Theater Projector (Renewed) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07NBSBH76/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_0RIwDbZB366SP

100" screen: Elite Screens Manual B, 100-INCH 16:9, Manual Pull Down Projector Screen 4K / 8K Ultra HDR 3D Ready with Slow Retract Mechanism, 2-YEAR WARRANTY, M100H https://www.amazon.com/dp/B008XGTXWE/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_nSIwDbK0H9ENT

Mount if you need it/even can mount it: VIVO Universal Adjustable White Ceiling Projector | Projection Mount Extending Arms Mounting Bracket (MOUNT-VP01W) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01013QA86/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_JSIwDbS90NGNW

And lastly fiber optic cable for your projector: ATZEBE Fiber Optic HDMI Cable 50ft, 4K Optical HDMI Cable Supports 4K@60Hz, 4:4:4/4:2:2/4:2:0, HDR, Dolby Vision, HDCP2.2, ARC, 3D, High Speed 18Gbps, Slim and Flexible Active HDMI Cable https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07KG7C25W/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_aTIwDb44W24VG

I went with a 135" screen (excluding felt tape border) years back and I only have 12" from wall to wall so the UHD60 won't work, it would need 13'8" plus the depth of the projector, otherwise it would have been a great option! My living room is 22' in the other direction but I can't use those walls because of where other entrances are.

Thanks, I just looked up ALR DIY and surprisingly found a $144 ALR screen from Carl's at amazon, I bought my original one from them back in 2014 (https://www.amazon.com/Carls-Ambient-Rejecting-Projector-Material/dp/B018J2EH3G the date available for this ALR says Nov, 2015).

I have read a lot about screens recently, as I am also getting a projector. Pretty much everyone recommends the silver ticket for a budget screen. I just ordered mine, 133".

Pretty much everyone says its as good as any screen under $2000 and easy to set up.

So I took the plunge haha and opted for the silver ticket 106" screen , and bought some 8ft blackout curtains for the doorway , should be pretty dark at all times after this. I chose this because they have that odd dimension of 106 because if I max out the distance on the projector to 110 it'll be on the calling and it looks like that size would be the perfect max size for the wall ;
STR-169106 Silver Ticket 4K Ultra HD Ready Cinema Format (6 Piece Fixed Frame) Projector Screen (16:9, 106", White Material) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00CYLK1BQ/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_WJYQDb03DGDJ9

It all depends on what you would like to spend. At the cheapest you could do it for around $500. This would restrict you to SVGA resolution which is 800x600 IIRC.


The breakdown for this would be:

• ViewSonic PJD5134 SVGA Projector
  
  
• Blackout Cloth
  
  
• Small media player
  
  
• A T-Amp for audio
  
  
• And some paracord, grommet kit, and cheapie garage-sale speakers.
  
  If possible I would invest in a nice mid-range projector like the BenQ W107. It is one of the highest rated projectors in its price range although it is a bit pricy.
  
  EDIT: To answer your questions, I doubt there are any outside safe projectors. Your best bet would be some kind of watertight housing if you are keeping it outside. But if you're investing in a projector you might as well use it inside too and have a 5 meter screen. Screens all depend on the material. You want something that is evenly reflective which makes a big difference in the appearance of the image. The cheapest thing right now that works incredibly well is blackout cloth which is used in window blinds to block out the sun by reflecting it. The cost is so small compared to the difference in image to a white sheet or a board that it is generally recommended.

I bought this and was impressed with the build quality and it looks great on the wall. Screen lays perfectly flat.

http://www.amazon.com/STR-169100-Silver-Ticket-100-Diagonal/dp/B00HZRM9K0

Silver ticket, excuse me. Yea, took maybe 30 minutes to put together as well. Very good looking screen. It's $170-200 right now but you can find open box versions if you want.

Honestly, even full price it is much better than my pull down screen.

This is my first attempt at building a home theater. I built the acoustic panels and the DVD door myself. Everything else was done by best buy. I have everything running to a small room behind the couch which I control via a harmony hub and an echo dot.

All lights are "smart" and can be individually controlled by the echo dot.

My setup:

Projector:Epson home Cinema 2150

Screen: Silver Ticket 16:9 120" Grey Screen

FL and FR:Micca MB42x

Center:Micca MB42X-C

Rears: Fluance AVBP2

AVR: Denon S510BT

Sub: 10" Dayton Audio Sub-1000 (x2)

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I am moving into a new basement HT situation next month and I keep coming back to this screen:

STR-169120 Silver Ticket 120" Diagonal 16:9 4K Ultra HD Ready HDTV (6 Piece Fixed Frame) Projector Screen White Material https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00CYLOTPK/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_tahDDb1NJTPPE

It’s very budget friendly too. I can’t help too much with the projector part though, my budget in that area is different. You could check the frequently bought together, they have screen + mount + projector for under 1k. It’s a Benq projector but I haven’t fully reviewed it.


*also, you may want to include room dimensions as well. It can help with recommendations.


Edit: I just haven’t spent time looking at projectors in that budget area, there are plenty more equipped to make a proper recommendation in that area.

I'm actually not sure what show that was on. Got the flu so I was just watching random stuff on Netflix. It's a Dell 1610hd. It's great, once you calibrate the colors it looks indistinguishable from a giant LCD. One of the huge benefits that will make me reluctant to upgrade even probably a couple years from now is that it's the only projector I've ever seen where the light bulb is 60$ and last 1.5 to 2 years. I use it as a TV so reliability and low maintenance is a huge thing for me. I've been using it projected straight onto a wall and I've been curious how good it would really look if I actually got a screen. I'm thinking of getting this: https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B018J2EH3G?psc=1

I can post before and after pics if ya want.

For me its not worth it the Sony VPLVW350ES 4K (4096 x 2160) 3D SXRD Home Theater/Gaming Projector is a better option the quality on this 4k beast is something else. Here is a video of it https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LPQ7W4yhF1E and looking at the screen a 120 inch would be good for you,the STR-169120 Silver Ticket 120inch Diagonal 16:9 4K Ultra HD Ready is a great pick for you.

Hey, it's me, the guy with the RV, the one about to walk past the screen like an asshole.

I have 2 phone services, Verizon and TMobile. I work full-time remote so internet is #1 priority.

With 4G "LTE", I got between 30mb/s and 120mb/s depending on the topography at that location.

I think there was some kind of issue with NYC having a blackout and possible some CDN or whatever issues that might have caused during 1st set, but 2nd set worked on 1080p without any issue. I couldn't get the live stream to work on any device while it was down.

I bought a small projector so I didn't have to get my big one from storage, but it's this one:https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07J4MPDXV/

and this screen:https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07FB6VW1M/

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I picked that projector because it's teeny tiny, like the size of a medium tablet in terms of LxW. The price was too similar to other brands that had only 2400 lumens vs this one's supposed 3200. It's not HD or anything and pales in comparison to a real projector but for the price and the fact it barely used any power while running on battery powered inverter, it's totally worth it for travel. Even comes in a carrying carse.

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We ran the show off a small generator at first, but after quiet hours, I switched over to a small portable Lithium inverter, which has a fast enough switch over that it doesn't shut down the projector. Even after like 2 hours, the battery didn't even go down 2% from running the projector.

This motorized 16:9 110" screen from Amazon for $130 has a 4.3-star rating on 1100 reviews:

Homegear motorized 110" 16:9

It was recommended by someone on AVSforum.com whose opinion I trust, and I recommended it to a friend of my wife. Take a look at the pictures in the reviews of the different ways people have mounted it.

Carl's Blackout Cloth, DIY Projector Screen, Raw Material/Fabric, 66x110-inch, Matte White, 16:9/1.0
http://www.amazon.com/dp/B007KA07YM/ref=cm_sw_r_an_am_ap_am_us?ie=UTF8 This looks like a promising product. You could roll it like you described and maybe put hooks on the bottom corner to stretch it when you are using it to help keep it smooth.

Honestly, there are some really nice screens on the cheap these days. Check out Elite Screens and Silver Ticket. Here's an example: http://www.amazon.com/STR-169120-Silver-Ticket-120-Diagonal/dp/B00CYLOTPK.

Also, you could also go the DIY route with better results by reading through here: http://www.avsforum.com/forum/110-diy-screen-section/

You have the room. Time for 2.0.

Projector amazon: optima hd142x $589,https://www.amazon.com/Optoma-HD142X-1080p-Theater-Projector/dp/B01HQCF6R6/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1474033012&sr=8-1&keywords=optima+hd142x


screen amazon: Carl's blackout cloth $35 built frame from 1x4s $20, 4 inch felt tape $10
https://www.amazon.com/Carls-Blackout-Projector-Projection-66x110-inch/dp/B007KA07YM/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1474033098&sr=8-1&keywords=carls+blackout+cloth


Sound amazon: Onkyo 5.1 reciever and speakers $369
https://www.amazon.com/Onkyo-HT-S3700-5-1-Channel-Theater-Receiver/dp/B00LU0GPAI/ref=sr_1_3?s=hpc&ie=UTF8&qid=1474032983&sr=8-3&keywords=onkyo


Tv stand walmart: $65
https://www.walmart.com/ip/Mainstays-TV-Stand-for-Flat-Screen-TVs-up-to-42/16451703


Side tables walmart $20
https://www.walmart.com/ip/Mainstays-End-Table-Black-Oak-Finish/17126588


Installed outlet and ran cables: $30


Lumber and carpet for riser lowes: $100


Recliners amazon: $299 each
https://www.amazon.com/Best-Choice-Products-Ergonomic-Executive/dp/B0187VV2F0/ref=sr_1_fkmr0_1_a_it?ie=UTF8&qid=1474033061&sr=8-1-fkmr0&keywords=best+choice+products+massage+recliner

Edit: Better Quality Photos! https://imgur.com/gallery/yLWr7

ooo yes, if you don't have a screen and just using the white wall it can make it hard to see tiner things. my friend just got some paint and it's made a great difference.
Paint

but i like a screen and my walls are bumpy and do not want to sand. so i got this

I have been hearing that a lot and have been looking into both.

For the Silver Ticket, is the white material the preferred style to get the most gain? The descriptions say 1.1 gain. Would this be the best setup for someone with white walls as well?

Do you have any other screen recommendations that are less then $1k for 120 in? The dealer mention he had Stewart Cima Neve, but it doesn't seem reasonable to buy for my situation.

He psst, over here. Have we already told you about those sweet 34" ultra-wide 3440x1400 monitors like the Asus PG348Q or the Acer Predator? To be honest, I'd rather avoid paying the premium of G-sync on those 2 monitors, so LG's 38" ultra-wide looks even more tempting.

They are the best value in screens. You can get better but at 5-10x the cost. STR-169120 Silver Ticket 120" Diagonal 16:9 4K Ultra HD Ready HDTV (6 Piece Fixed Frame) Projector Screen White Material https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00CYLOTPK/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_qq4aBbWT7EXWD

Depending on how concerned you are with this; lining the top of your rails with something like black felt tape can give your kitty a bit more grip as well as something easier to catch with their claws should they slip.

Waiting on Vega to justify pulling the trigger on this bad boy.

Now you can get Team Green pricing on Team Red, it's the best of both worlds 😂

Sure. Here's an Amazon link. This is my exact model. I didn't want to go much bigger, and the Grey helps because I don't havea light isolated room. It provides a small contrast boost.

The metal frame is covered in what they claim is velvet.

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00CYLOTPK/ref=oh_aui_search_detailpage?ie=UTF8&psc=1

This one is even better quality but it's slightly smaller and does not have an outside stand. Slightly better review score as well.

Ah ok, totally missed that. So i bought this projector screen material. Planning on doing something like this projector screen DIY. The tape on the wall was just so I can measure without having the projector on.

I'm hoping this should be good enough. At least it'll be cheap :P

I ended up going with the Elite Screens Manual as the price was hard to beat. Nothing special, but it beats having a light switch and a huge wall seam in my "screen" (which were present with the natural wall in my living room). They apparently have some motorized versions as well for not a huge amount more if you're going with one of these smaller sizes.

I've got this screen and I love it. Very simple to assemble and comes ready to go with everything you need.

Once you get the mount, you may want to consider an affordable screen. Much closer to neutral gray and better gain than what you'll get from your wall:

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00CYLK1BQ

I guess it depends on your budget. This 120" pull down is $134.00. Thats not so bad. This is with the white frame. The same screen with the black frame is $210 for some reason. Check the options to may sure you get the best deal.

http://www.amazon.com/Elite-Screens-120-Inch-Projector/dp/B000X84VFE/ref=sr_1_11?ie=UTF8&qid=1397959895&sr=8-11&keywords=elite+screens+manual

I have mine on this screen https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00CYLK1BQ/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o06_s01?ie=UTF8&psc=1

and it is perfect. It could definitely go bigger if you have the room.

I just bought this 120 inch screen (M120XWH2) for $140. I haven't unpacked/installed it yet, but the reviews are pretty solid.

I gotcha. Have you checked out this stuff?

Looks really good and adds a little dimension to the border. It also absorbs the light, vs reflecting it like paint would.

At the very least, I'd use a specialized paint like Screen Goo to give you more contrast, but I'd save up for an actual screen. They don't have to be crazy expensive. My research led me to Elite Screens SableFrame series. You can get a 100" for $250. Just having the black velvet border makes a huge difference in experience.

I attached the link for a foldable projector screen on Amazon. Do you care if it's white matte? How big does the screen have to be? Do you need a frame or can you hang it from something?

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https://www.amazon.com/Mdbebbron-120-inch-Projection-Screen/dp/B07FB6VW1M/ref=sr_1_3?keywords=projector+screens&qid=1559222555&s=gateway&sr=8-3

What about this one? I'm pretty sure this is what we ordered.

http://www.amazon.ca/gp/aw/d/B008XGTXWE/ref=mp_s_a_1_1?qid=1452213227&sr=8-1&pi=SY200_QL40&keywords=projector+screen&dpPl=1&dpID=41F%2B-OZREHL&ref=plSrch

I use frosted shower curtains for rear projecting window displays for Halloween decorations but I would not recommend this path when you can get a cheap alternative ready made for only $23....

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https://www.amazon.com/EleTab-inch-Projector-Screen-Portable/dp/B07F1615ML

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Is this a great rear projection screen? No but it will work. Those shower curtains also have creases which are difficult to remove.

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This screen is machine washable for a few dollars more...

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07FB6VW1M

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Good luck!

For projector, I would go with an Optoma HD28 in eco-mode - $800, and pair that with something like a Silver Ticket 120" screen at $250 and call that a day.

You will want eco-mode, as it has better color output, but that particular projector will do well in a dimly-lit basement, it won't need absolute darkness to be watchable. That's $1050 of your budget, which would leave $1450 for audio equipment.

I think for screen, I'm going to go with this guy. I already have a 90" da-lite that i was using with my old projector(an 800x600 viewsonic lcd), but that screen is 4x3. I know what you're saying, I'm at the end of a year long basement finishing project. About 90% done, hoping to finish by Christmas, so I wanted to snag a projector around black Friday, and I was not disappointed.

Maybe save up for one of these: http://www.amazon.com/Elite-Screens-100-Inch-Projector/dp/B008XGTXWE Not a great screen, but better than paint and not much more expensive.

Or... you could get a motorized pre made for half the cost...

https://smile.amazon.com/Homegear-110-HD-Motorized-Projector/dp/B00J22TM7Y/ref=lp_9422522011_1_7?srs=9422522011&ie=UTF8&qid=1493947241&sr=8-7


i get that some projects are fun to just do even if they cost more, but this dosnt seem like one to me..

Update on my Build

I've purchased

• Projector - Epson 2045 - $650 (after $200 visa gift card rebate)
  
  
• Screen - Silver ticker 120" - $219
  
  
• Receiver - Yamaha RX A750 -$388
  
  
• Fronts Speakers - Philharmoic audio affordables $195
  
  
• Center Speaker - Philharmoic audio affordables $135
  
  
• Surround/side speaker - SVS prime $229 outlet pricing
  
  
  
  
  Will purchase when funds are available
  
  
  
• Rear Speakers - To be determined
  
  
• Woofers - Plan to purchase Hsu STF-2 ($365 shipped)
  
  
• Media Player - Nvidia Sheild with 500gb HD $299
  

Yeah, they call it "gain". It looks like this screen is all the way down to 1.0: https://www.amazon.com/Elite-Screens-Manual-100-inch-Diagonal/dp/B008XGTXWE/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1468338174&sr=8-2&keywords=elite+screens+100

Basically your blacks will look blacker with a 1.0 screen than a 1.2.

>Mostly at night.

Don't worry about lumens too much then. Focus on other aspects of image quality.

If you're not aware, check www.camelcamelcamel.com for pricing history.

Get the Silver Ticket 135" for $340.

Use that money to get a better sub. SVS has the PB-1000 on their outlet page for $400. Please get that instead of the klipsch.

I have the EliteScreens fixed frame and love it. https://www.amazon.com/Elite-Screens-Sable-120-inch-Diagonal/dp/B00Y7XA2OA/ref=sr_1_3?s=electronics&ie=UTF8&qid=1481748389&sr=1-3&keywords=elite+screens+120+inch

I have a silver ticket screen, 110” fixed grey, it’s great.

Here is as thorough a review on screens as you’ll find: https://thewirecutter.com/reviews/best-projector-screen/

I'll have to do that I guess, i'm using the epson projector distance calculator and not 100% sure if i'm doing it correct. I'm getting this screen and my ceiling is roughly 7 Ft 1" tall and I will be using this mount , do you think it will all line up ok? My room isn't really big but it shows a throw distance to be at least 10 Ft which I can do that for sure.

Read this article from wirecutter. It was very helpful when I was researching screens. In the end, it really depends on what you want for your space. Are you going to have GREAT light control (i.e. dark walls, dark ceiling, no ambient light)? If so, go white. I ended up choosing an ALR screen using material from Carl's Place because I wanted my space to have the option to watch TV or sports in the daytime without having to totally block the windows and turn off all of the lights.

Here's a comment I made not too long ago - -



I don't know if this is what you are looking for but...


I have been using this projector since Winter 2018:
Optoma GT1080Darbee 1080p 3000 Lumens 3D DLP Short Throw Gaming Projector https://www.amazon.com/dp/B06XHG92Y5/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apap_wjigLjdsijbj2


With the following screen:
STR-169120 Silver Ticket 120" Diagonal 16:9 4K Ultra HD Ready HDTV (6 Piece Fixed Frame) Projector Screen White Material https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00CYLOTPK/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apap_IDOEqvhvuHT7d


The only gripe that I have with the screen is, if the image is sharp in the center, the corners tend to be just slightly blurry. If text is clear in the center, then it is blurry in the corners. It's tolerable.

And vice-versa: if text is sharp in the corners, then it is slightly blurry in the center.

For my uses, this isn't a problem. I use the projector for gaming and watching videos/TV. PC Gaming and Console Gaming, I haven't noticed any latency issues between controller input and the display.

It's only when I am typing into the URL in the Web Browser at the top of the screen do I notice these blurry issues.

i'm planning on putting backlighting behind my screen. I have this one. I've yet to install it since I just finished drywalling by media room. The backing of the screen is a stretching black rubber which I am sure will absorb some light, but I'll probably only use the lighting when I'm not doing serious viewing. I'll install it mainly to look cool :P

You definitely want a projector. You can easily get a projector and screen over 100" for just over $1500.
I have this, but you may prefer the W1070:
http://www.benq.com/product/projector/W1080ST
Check out Elite screens on Amazon, but I made my own from Carl's Blackout cloth:
http://www.amazon.com/Carls-Blackout-Projector-Material-66x110-inch/dp/B007KA07YM/ref=pd_cp_e_0

HDMI over ethernet makes zero sense if you are working from scratch, just run an 18gb/s capable cable. If you are running wire in the ceiling might as well add the lines for Atmos height channels.

https://www.bestbuy.com/site/optoma-uhd50-4k-dlp-projector-with-high-dynamic-range-white/6188344.p?skuId=6188344&intl=nosplash

https://www.amazon.ca/gp/offer-listing/B00CYLOTPK

I have this screen, it's fantastic.

Sure, let me know if there's anything specific you want to know.

Receiver

Front speakers

Mounts

Center

Surround speakers

Mounts

Subwoofer

Projector

Projector screen material (DIY Carl's blackout cloth)


I have a windows 10 PC hooked up to the receiver which runs the OpenPHT plex client. Then I have a separate plex server

+1 on the Sidebar for distance and throw calculations.

You can build your own screen, which is usually recommended because every room is different. It's also significantly cheaper. I strongly recommend Epson projectors mostly because of features, bulb life, and overall quality.

I bought the following components to build my screen (you can get smaller sizes, mine just happens to be ridiculously huge): http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B007KA7BAA/ref=oh_aui_search_detailpage?ie=UTF8&psc=1[2] https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0052YQE7C/ref=oh_aui_search_detailpage?ie=UTF8&psc=1[3] https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00JF7IXXU/ref=oh_aui_search_detailpage?ie=UTF8&psc=1[4]

The build:http://imgur.com/a/HXtvB#Jimg8Mg

https://www.amazon.com/STR-169120-G-Silver-Ticket-120-Diagonal/dp/B00I4WT6QU

thats my current screen, its not listed as ALR but seems to have similar properties do you thing something like
https://www.amazon.com/Elite-Screens-Sable-Frame-120-inch/dp/B00YJG4GVU
would make a big difference?

Since making the switch from flat screen to projector, I've suggested it to anyone in the market for a TV..

Just a few suggestions/tips with my experience so far...

Black Non-Reflective Felt tape (if projecting onto a wall):
(I project right onto my wall so this frames the projected image nicely....)

http://www.amazon.com/Carls-Projector-Screen-Contrast-Boosting-60-Foot/dp/B00JF7IXXU/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1464009450&sr=8-1&keywords=projector+tape


Spare Bulb:
Replaced i think once since I'e had it..and under $30!)

http://www.amazon.com/ViewSonic-RLC-061-Replacement-Lamp/dp/B0047T7JMC


Only known issues:

1. Projector would suddenly fade out (Fixed by replacing bulb)

2. Projector would suddenly fade out/overheat sometimes in summer when it was above 75 in my apartment (This drove me crazy for 2 months for such a simple fix!!....just go into Menu and turning on High Altitude Mode)

If you have any questions, feel free to pm me....enjoy!

$1k-$1,500. What other pictures would you like? I was thinking of this screen. http://www.amazon.com/Silver-Ticket-HDTV-16-Projector/dp/B00CYLOTPK/ref=sr_1_2?s=tv&ie=UTF8&qid=1420319949&sr=1-2&keywords=projector+screen

And this projector:
http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00MK39P92/ref=mp_s_a_1_1?qid=1420320858&sr=8-1&dpPl=1&dpID=41pU-DOAShL&ref=plSrch&pi=AC_SX200_QL40

I'm getting this screen. Elite Screens 100 Inch 16:9 SableFrame Fixed Projector Screen (49"Hx87"W) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00366KE3I/ref=cm_sw_r_awd_JPnDub1SP2GGD

As far as other costs you'll probably want to get a receiver and speakers too because the sound on any projector sucks. I think I have my full build with the benQ, a receiver (already have speakers) and screen for around $1200. Hoping cyber Monday will make that a fair amount less.

I got this bad boy for around $120 last year:

Homegear 110" HD Motorized 16:9 Projector Screen W/ Remote Control https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00J22TM7Y/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_a3AuybRHE3WAY

They must be out of stock now. Way better than a manual one if the get them again.

Sorry, here are details

• Projector - Benq HT1085ST
  
• Screen - Silver Ticket HDTV 16:9 106
  
• Receiver - Yamaha RX-V675
  
• Front speakers - Klipsch F2's
  
• Center speaker - Klipsch RC-52 II
  
• Sub - Klipsch KSW12
  
• Rear - Pioneer SP-BS22-LR Andrew Jones
  
• Connected devices - FireTV Stick, Chromecast and PS3 with Plex media server backend
  
  I've had the fronts and Sub for quite some time on a really good deal. That said the sub will probably be the next to be replaced.
  
  Edited for formatting.

The projector is on the ceiling above our couch. The pull down screen and be positioned anywhere. It would be smart to spent 20-50 bucks and get your TV put on the wall. The position your screen 6 inches off the wall. I am using the 120 inch version of the following.

https://www.amazon.com/Elite-Screens-Spectrum-100-inch-Diag/dp/B000YTRFEG/ref=sr_1_8?s=electronics&ie=UTF8&qid=1504721027&sr=1-8&keywords=Elite%2Bscreens&th=1

I would suggest CineGrey. More info is below.
https://www.amazon.com/Elite-Screens-Sable-Frame-120-inch/dp/B00366S0UW

Just don't get an acoustic pro. You can see directly through them. They are made for folks who place speakers behind the screen.

There are so reasonably priced pull down screen's too... I just like the look of a fixed frame screen with black edges....

http://www.amazon.com/Elite-Screens-100-Inch-Projector/dp/B008XGTXWE/ref=sr_1_2?s=electronics&ie=UTF8&qid=1415204293&sr=1-2&keywords=projector+screen

Called Marshall's (and everywhere else) but all they carry is max 54" blackout clothe. I found what I was looking for on Amazon though!

https://www.amazon.ca/Carls-Blackout-Cloth-16-Projector/dp/B007KA7BAA/ref=sr_1_3?crid=2I7IBZ2UWK2Q2&keywords=carls+blackout+cloth&qid=1557239925&s=gateway&sprefix=carls+black%2Caps%2C173&sr=8-3

I use these..

http://www.amazon.com/BenQ-W1070-1080P-Theater-Projector/dp/B00A2T6X0K

http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00366S0UW/

MK8 is almost like an imax experience in single player, and multiplayer, everyone has their own 60".

Blackout fabric refers to this:

https://www.amazon.com/Carls-Blackout-Projector-Material-66x110-inch/dp/B007KA07YM

My first screen was a piece of white rosebrand blackout cloth which I then painted. It served me well.

I'm fairly certain the Elite Screens Fixed frames come in pieces. You could probably get it up the stairs and assemble it in the room. This 120" lists the package dimensions as 67.8 x 12.6 x 4.7 inches

You always get this ..
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B007KA07YM?keywords=projector%20cloth&qid=1451370457&ref_=sr_1_1&sr=8-1
Worth the $40.

That's correct. I chose the Sony. The screen is made by Silver Screen. Got it off of Amazon.

http://www.amazon.com/Silver-Ticket-HDTV-16-Projector/dp/B00DGW15NU

Don't make it difficult, just get this:

http://www.amazon.com/Elite-Screens-100-Inch-Projector/dp/B008XGTXWE/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1418323541&sr=8-1&keywords=pull+down+projector+screen

It's an Optoma HD141X.

I agree that it looks crappy with the lights on or in daylight, and knew this going in beforehand. I could jack up the brightness during the day a bit and that helps somewhat, but I don't watch a lot of TV during the day as I work, so it's not a huge issue.

All my stuff is somewhat entry level that I plan to build up over time. I started with smaller stuff and have been upgrading each piece one by one and will plan to have a new receiver and front left center speakers this year and new projector next year maybe.

Edit: for got to answer your question, it's a 100" screen. This one to be exact.

I’m not sure about brands or what models are good for anything to do with projectors.

I found this that retails for $329 Canadian, which would leave me with $1300-1500 for a projector.


https://www.staples.ca/products/2125542-en-elunevision-120-169-juno-motorized-projector-screen-ev-j-120-12?variant=19668555333701&CID=PS%3AGS%3ACA%3A%3Apla-382974246615%3A%3A67992702126%3Apla%3A1780428600&CampaignID=1780428600&gclid=EAIaIQobChMIhPeo45fa5QIV8SCtBh28qQMSEAQYBSABEgI_fPD_BwE

Edit:


Elite Screens Spectrum, 100-inch 16:9, 4K Home Theater Electric Motorized Drop Down Projection Projector Screen, ELECTRIC100H https://www.amazon.ca/dp/B000YTRFEG/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_cCsXDb2PNMYJ3

check these out:

http://www.anandtech.com/show/10992/hp-announces-omen-x-35inch-curved-display

http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16824009869

https://www.amazon.com/LG-38UC99-Class-UltraWide-International/dp/B01MDK43N0

http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16824236717

Ahh. I would have never noticed. I swapped it out for Elite Screen

Projector

Screen

I've used this too:

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B007KA07YM/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_awdb_QFOGzbZEHDWHB

Specifically made for projector stuff, what type of event are you doing? Is it at night?

I've looked around before.. these seem reviewed well.
Any opinion on it?

For those of you asking about the screen, here is the link to the one I used: http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00366KE3I/ref=oh_details_o00_s00_i00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

There are hundereds of other choices though...

This is exactly what I bought in 2011

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00366S0UW/

http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00I4WT6QU/ref=mp_s_a_1_1?qid=1450103099&sr=8-1&pi=SX200_QL40&keywords=120+gray+projector+screen&dpPl=1&dpID=41DV2869v%2BL&ref=plSrch

This\^

Don't paint it please. Use velvet fabric to cover it or this: https://www.amazon.com/Carls-Projector-Screen-Contrast-Boosting-60-Foot/dp/B00JF7IXXU

The fabric I used is this https://www.amazon.com/dp/B007KA07YM/ref=cm_sw_r_em_awd_MYRPwb2FRNNJG. I used command hooks because the wall behind the screen is cinder block and I installed grommets into the screen. Then pulled it tight with like 6 of the command hooks.

I used this from Amazon. It came folded with lots of creases and lines, but as soon as I stretched it over the frame they disappeared.

Carl's Blackout Cloth, DIY Projector Screen, Raw Material/Fabric, 66x110-inch, Matte White, 16:9/1.0 https://www.amazon.com/dp/B007KA07YM/ref=cm_sw_r_apa_0o9lxb16HAD89

High Contrast Grey should exist from all manufacuters you just have to look over their naming. For instance on Elite's fixed frames it is called CineGray. Tab tensioned is what is making things hard to find. Those lines are usually limited.

I have a 110 inch motorized screen 16:9 Homegear 110” HD Motorized 16:9 Projector Screen W/ Remote Control https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00J22TM7Y/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_bkAUBbAG62CT4 mounted it is almost ten feet wide. Maybe spray paint the housing matte black?

ht1075 benq projector

I am thinking about putting it on the top wall and using velvet? To cover the wall and ceiling. I may paint the door black also. How much do you think the cloth would cost me? It being new construction I'd hate to paint the ceiling black with its double knock down finish.

Any ideas on where the projector will have to be in the room for the best image? Should I drop the screen down lower since the ceiling is so high?


As for the closet I am thinking about putting my computer in there like a small battle station.