superczar
Skilled
Folks, long since i started on a new tech project.
Am contemplating setting up a projector based home theatre based around my PC.
What I have:
AMD 2400 based PC
Geforce 6800 with DVI out
Benq 1640 DVD drive
5.1 homebrew amp with a LM3875 powered 10" subwoofer hooked to the PC onboard 5.1 snd card
Living room with controlled lighting and a recently acquired couch
I'll be positioning the couch approx 10 feet from the screen and I doubt if I'll be able to mount the projector on the roof
What I need:
A projector (AM a total noob when it comes to projectors)
A screen
A TV Tuner (Don't plan to wtahc the TV much using the projector, but will surely be of use during matches)
Am planning to use my nokia 3230 as the remote over BT but if there are any decent remote modules (USB/Serial port based) available, plz suggest
Needless to say I will need to keep the budget under tight control ...Also, it may be difficult for you to suggest everything in one post so plz post any info that you feel will come handy.....
Also, does anyone has any experience with windows media center..should I give it a try or should I continue using my existing XP pro?
Detailed rig specs here
Am contemplating setting up a projector based home theatre based around my PC.
What I have:
AMD 2400 based PC
Geforce 6800 with DVI out
Benq 1640 DVD drive
5.1 homebrew amp with a LM3875 powered 10" subwoofer hooked to the PC onboard 5.1 snd card
Living room with controlled lighting and a recently acquired couch
I'll be positioning the couch approx 10 feet from the screen and I doubt if I'll be able to mount the projector on the roof
What I need:
A projector (AM a total noob when it comes to projectors)
A screen
A TV Tuner (Don't plan to wtahc the TV much using the projector, but will surely be of use during matches)
Am planning to use my nokia 3230 as the remote over BT but if there are any decent remote modules (USB/Serial port based) available, plz suggest
Needless to say I will need to keep the budget under tight control ...Also, it may be difficult for you to suggest everything in one post so plz post any info that you feel will come handy.....
Also, does anyone has any experience with windows media center..should I give it a try or should I continue using my existing XP pro?
Detailed rig specs here