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  • kuntasensei
    kuntasensei Posts: 3,263
    edited August 2010
    Yeah, there's no buyer's remorse once you see a projector in action, especially with a quality Blu-ray. Throw in Avatar, District 9, Knowing, Star Trek, or any of the Pixar movies and you'll get a freakin' perma-grin from how gorgeous it looks.

    Something for you to try when you start tweaking, if it's anything like my 8500UB: Go to Sharpness, change it to advanced, set thin line 5, thick line 7, then -1 for the amount for each. This should make it pass a full unaltered 1080p resolution chart down to the finest line. Then find the option for Super-res and set it to 1. This does a very slight transient edge improvement that should tighten up on-screen text without adding any artificial edge enhancement to the rest of the picture. This should get you razor-sharp resolution while retaining a very film-like appearance, and it should look spot-on for both Blu-ray and HDTV.
    Equipment list:
    Onkyo TX-NR3010 9.2 AVR
    Emotiva XPA-3 amp
    Polk RTi70 mains, CSi40 center, RTi38 surrounds, RTi28 rears and heights
    SVS 20-39CS+ subwoofer powered by Crown XLS1500
    Oppo BDP-93 Blu-ray player
    DarbeeVision DVP5000 video processor
    Epson 8500UB 1080p projector
    Elite Screens Sable 120" CineWhite screen
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  • Sherardp
    Sherardp Posts: 8,038
    edited August 2010
    1. Allot of people don't know projectors can look as good as they do now.

    2. Not sure why , but it's awesome you took the chance to see what it was all about and can share that experience with others.
    Shoot the jumper.....................BALLIN.............!!!!!

    Home Theater Pics in the Showcase :cool:

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  • kuntasensei
    kuntasensei Posts: 3,263
    edited August 2010
    Additionally, you might try plugging in the settings that Secrets' benchmark ended up with for calibration, if you don't want to burn too much time with it. You can find them here:
    http://www.hometheaterhifi.com/projectors-products-menu-column2-46/865-epson-powerliter-home-cinema-8100-projector.html?start=2
    Equipment list:
    Onkyo TX-NR3010 9.2 AVR
    Emotiva XPA-3 amp
    Polk RTi70 mains, CSi40 center, RTi38 surrounds, RTi28 rears and heights
    SVS 20-39CS+ subwoofer powered by Crown XLS1500
    Oppo BDP-93 Blu-ray player
    DarbeeVision DVP5000 video processor
    Epson 8500UB 1080p projector
    Elite Screens Sable 120" CineWhite screen
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  • swb502
    swb502 Posts: 112
    edited August 2010
    Ricardo,

    Have you used this set up for any gaming? I'm looking at the Epson 8100 too and wanted to know how it held up. Thanks!

    Bill
    Work in Progress HT
    Receiver- Yamaha RX-2700
    Mains- Polk Audio Monitor 70
    Center- Polk Audio CS2 x 2
    Surrounds- Polk Audio Monitor 70
    Rear: Polk Audio Monitor 40
    Sub- Polk Audio PSW505 x 2
    Projector: Epson 8100 HC
    Screen: Visual Apex 120"
    Blu-Ray- 60 GB PS3
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  • leroyjr1
    leroyjr1 Posts: 8,785
    edited August 2010
    Get rid of that VCR.:D
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  • TECHNOKID
    TECHNOKID Posts: 4,298
    edited August 2010
    Very nice job Ricardo, looking very good :cool: Welcome to PJ wonderfull world :D and yes, PJ set-ups can be less expensive than an actual panel TV.
    DARE TO SOAR:
    “Your attitude, almost always determine your altitude in life” ;)
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  • BIZILL
    BIZILL Posts: 5,432
    edited August 2010
    are those cut-outs in the wall for running the hdmi? what did you do to get the hdmi to the rear of the projector? it's your preference that matters, but i was wondering, have you tried mounting the screen down about 6 inches. this will get it just a bit further away from the ceiling that is reflecting light back onto the screen a little bit and perhaps it will feel more natural for viewing? my screen already sits lower than yours and i feel it's too high. all that matters is what's best FOR YOU!

    have fun with it! i love how you **** instead of getting off the pot. you made a decision and followed through with it in quick fashion. i like that. don't ask grim and sherard how much procrastination i exposed them to. lololololol.

    POLK SDA-SRS 1.2TL -- ADCOM GFA-5802
    PANASONIC PT-AE4000U -- DIY WILSONART DW 135" 2.35:1 SCREEN
     ONKYO TX-SR805
    CENTER: CSI5
    MAINS: RTI8'S
    SURROUNDS: RTI8'S
    7.1 SURROUNDS: RTI6'S
    SUB: SVS PB12-PLUS/2 (12.3 series)
    XBOX 360    WiiPS3/blu-rayTOSHIBA HD-A35 hd dvd

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    bobman1235 wrote:
    I have no facts to back that up, but I never let facts get in the way of my arguments.
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  • Sherardp
    Sherardp Posts: 8,038
    edited August 2010
    Looking at the setup I don't think he can lower the screen much with the center on top of that rack. If that is the case, OP could use some black out cloth and it would render the same effect. You wouldn't have to cover the entire ceiling with it either, just a few inches to kill the light reflection. Certainly easier route than painting if that's not an option. I think Grimster has before and after pics (showcase) of the black paint he applied on his screen wall and ceiling. I had to convince him to do it, but it came out outstanding.
    Shoot the jumper.....................BALLIN.............!!!!!

    Home Theater Pics in the Showcase :cool:

    http://www.polkaudio.com/forums/showcase/view.php?userid=73580
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  • Ricardo
    Ricardo Posts: 10,636
    edited August 2010
    kuntasensei wrote: »
    Additionally, you might try plugging in the settings that Secrets' benchmark ended up with for calibration, if you don't want to burn too much time with it. You can find them here:
    http://www.hometheaterhifi.com/projectors-products-menu-column2-46/865-epson-powerliter-home-cinema-8100-projector.html?start=2

    Thanks for the tips. I might try those and see if I can see any difference. As I said in the first post, I'm not really into tweaking the image. I wish I had the same approach for sound ;)
    swb502 wrote: »
    Ricardo,

    Have you used this set up for any gaming? I'm looking at the Epson 8100 too and wanted to know how it held up. Thanks!

    Bill

    Not yet. But I'm sure it will be great. Go for it.
    leroyjr1 wrote: »
    Get rid of that VCR.:D

    I still have some VHS-C tapes that I like to watch once in a while.
    BIZILL wrote: »
    are those cut-outs in the wall for running the hdmi?

    I had to make the cutout at the top-right to get my hand (and forearm) in there to get the cable through
    what did you do to get the hdmi to the rear of the projector?

    I made a small cutout in the wall and it goes straight to the PJ. Can't see it really. I fixed the cable so it does not have any weight.
    it's your preference that matters, but i was wondering, have you tried mounting the screen down about 6 inches.

    Can't do that. As Sherardp says there's like one inch between the bottom of the screen and the center channel. I really don't mind the reflection, for now.
    Sherardp wrote: »
    OP could use some black out cloth and it would render the same effect.

    I don't think that would look too good ;)

    It's looking great, I'm happy. Maybe some paint in the future, but I honestly doubt it.
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  • BIZILL
    BIZILL Posts: 5,432
    edited August 2010
    hmm, pics can be deceiving. it looks like you've got more room between the center channel and the bottom of the screen. anyway, it seems like you don't want to over-think this...which is good. be happy and enjoy your setup. pain/no paint, your call. i understand the tradeoff between a slightly better pic vs completely altering the look of the room with darker colors. but i did notice just a bit of reflection coming off of your center. if it becomes in any way bothersom, you could just cut a piece of black velvet or velveteen or even just black cotton t-shirt material to the exact size of the center and it'll kill the reflection and look almost undetectable under normal lighting conditions.

    i have yet to do the same. before i do anything i have to get a new low-profile stand. and i've been spending $ elsewhere of late. i'll get back to the ht sooner or later. A.D.D. over here.

    POLK SDA-SRS 1.2TL -- ADCOM GFA-5802
    PANASONIC PT-AE4000U -- DIY WILSONART DW 135" 2.35:1 SCREEN
     ONKYO TX-SR805
    CENTER: CSI5
    MAINS: RTI8'S
    SURROUNDS: RTI8'S
    7.1 SURROUNDS: RTI6'S
    SUB: SVS PB12-PLUS/2 (12.3 series)
    XBOX 360    WiiPS3/blu-rayTOSHIBA HD-A35 hd dvd

    http://polkarmy.com/forums/index.php
    bobman1235 wrote:
    I have no facts to back that up, but I never let facts get in the way of my arguments.
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  • Ricardo
    Ricardo Posts: 10,636
    edited August 2010
    BIZILL wrote: »
    hmm, pics can be deceiving. it looks like you've got more room between the center channel and the bottom of the screen.

    True. there's probably 3-4" there :o
    anyway, it seems like you don't want to over-think this...

    Exactly. It looks great. I am sure it could be improved, but I am more than satisfied and tweaking just doesn't cross my mind. As I said, I wish I could feel the same about my 2 channel rig ;)
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    ***\\\\\........................... My Audio Journey ............................./////***

    2008 & 2010 Football Pool WINNER
    SOPA
    Thank God for different opinions. Imagine the world if we all wanted the same woman
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  • PSOVLSK
    PSOVLSK Posts: 5,372
    edited August 2010
    Ricardo wrote: »
    Exactly. It looks great. I am sure it could be improved, but I am more than satisfied and tweaking just doesn't cross my mind. As I said, I wish I could feel the same about my 2 channel rig ;)

    I've never been one to tweak right when I got a new toy. Right now it's new and you love it. Save the tweaks for later on down the road...if ever.
    Things work out best for those who make the best of the way things work out.-John Wooden
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