Help with setting up HT

[rajeevmohan]

Hello HT friends,

I am new at this forum and hoping that HT experienced users can provide some help with selecting the appropriate equipment as well as as HT room design and location of "right" vendors in the NCR region for HT equipment (Speakers, cables, projector mounts, etc.). Here's what I have and what I need:

The HT will be in a 21'X21' room in the basement. However the room is not square. Please see the attached PDF file for room shape and measurements. The room has no windows at all and is pitch black. Room has concrete walls with marble floor and a 10 foot ceiling. I am planning to carpet the floor and put a 2X2 foot square drop tiles to build a false ceiling so that I can use the space above for all wiring. Also, are there any reasonable vendors for ceiling tiles that are suited for HT acoustics that I should consider? Looking for acoustically making the room HT friendly. Wood for floor, walls and ceiling is not an option as the area (Gurgaon) is plagued with termite problem. I was thinking about hanging drapes on the walls for taking care of some sound reflections but would welcome any other ideas out there.

Now coming to the equipment:

For the Projector I have already invested in a Panasonic AE4000U but need a reference to a vendor or an installer who can provide/install a ceiling mount for this projector.

I also have invested in a Marantz SR6004 receiver and now need recommendation/expert advice for a 5.1 speaker system. Not too keen to get started with a 7.1 system due to room shape and may consider adding 2 speakers later. My question is what will mate well with the Marantz receiver and the room size in terms of a 5.1 speakers, source of this equipment in NCR region and price of this. I have a budget of 1L to 1.5L for speakers and cabling etc.

I also have a Panasonic DMP-BD60K Blue ray DVD player, which I plan to use as source.

I am also looking for advice on a screen. Leaning towards a fixed screen but need information on "right" vendor and source for this. For this size room I was considering a 130" diagonal screen. Any thoughts on this? Also, does anyone out there has some experience with a white painted "home made" screen on a very smooth POP wall?

I am eagerly looking forward to inputs and advice to my queries and sorry for the rather long first post.

Cheers!

Rajeev

 

[Sidharth Trehan]

Hi Rajeev,
I am sidharth and hv my AV room about 14 x 22 ft and had got it carpetted and sound proofed abt n year back.

Search the forum with keywords as - 'Delhi audiophile meet up at gurgaon' or '7 feb' ..or check the posts written by me.. U will find some pictures of the AV room in there.

I had got it done from a fairly reliable vendor based out of Dwarka - Denny. He runs a hifi solutions banner by the name - Bass & Treble.

9999016124 is his number and you can talk to him on ur requirements.

I have got done from Denny my complete Home theater structure, fabrication, wiring, Stereo amp, avr, projector,screen,speakers, sub ...and then my audio rack in the bedroom is also done by him completely with pre-power amps, speakers and SACD Player.

Discuss with him, he is probably the most honest dealers we as buyers can ever come across in the commercial arena. I am yet to see someone who has a perseverance and temperament like him, coupled with hifi knowledge.

wishes
..

 

[rajeevmohan]

Siddarth,

Appreciate your email and lead to Denny. I will contact him and will also check out the write up post the Delhi audiophile meet.

Thanks again Siddarth and perhaps I will have an opportunity to link up with like minded folks in /around Gurgaon area.

Cheers!

Rajeev

 

[Sidharth Trehan]

Its a wonderful community here Rajeev, wait n watch the way everyone reciprocates. You shall feel at home amongst friends.

Lets catch up over the wknd sometime.

Wishes

 

[rajeevmohan]

Thanks for the quick revert Sidharth and thanks for the invitation to catch up on some weekend. I will certainly take you up on your generous offer. In fact, very new to Gurgaon and will soon be settling down there. Currently in US on a short break and will be returning back end of the month to settle in our home in DLF. Look forward to meeting you one of these weekends and seeking some advice/help.

Cheers!

Rajeev