*** http://cusd.cornell.edu ***
This video demonstrates the construction of a Home Theater Computer. It was built by myself and other members of Cornell University’s Solar Decathlon Engineering Controls Team.

The computer utilizes a Core 2 Duo Processor at 3.0 GHz, a 128GB Solid-State Hard Drive, and a GeForce 9300 GPU included in its Nvidia 730i chipset. It will be served media content from a home server.

This computer was built with the following design goals in mind:
EFFICIENT POWER USAGE: Accomplished by using a low wattage CPU, A Solid State Hard Drive, an 80+ Certified PSU, and a motherboard with energy saving features.
EXTREMELY QUIET: Utilizes a Solid State Drive to eliminate hard drive vibrations, 2 silent 120mm fans, and an efficient case structure.
HD EXPERIENCE: Integrated GPU provides HDMI HDCP-enabled video output at full HD resolution, while reducing heat and power consumption because of the lack of video card, Gigibit Ethernet enables streaming of content from the house’s multimedia home server, 3GHz CPU provides ample headroom for video decoding.

This HTPC will be used in Cornell University’s Solar Decathlon competition in October 2009. Learn more about the team at http://www.cusd.cornell.edu

THE PARTS LIST AND MUSIC (eBeat), ARE AVAILABLE FOR FREE DOWNLOAD AT THE PROJECT PAGE:
http://www.ultimatecomputers.net/submit_portal/view.php?type=project&id=19

MUSIC BY ALEX MILLER:
http://www.youtube.com/amiller90

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JBL ControlNow speakers can be mounted in more places than traditional speakers. For example they can be mounted flush in the corner of a room our in clusters of 2, 3, and even 4 speakers. They are the perfect solution for home theaters, outside the home, even in small retail stores or restaurants where coverage needs to come from only one or two speaker locations. Mount three off the corner of the house to provide stereo sound across the entire backyard, or use them as surround speakers in the back corner of the room.

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This video is a perfect demo of how a home theater can be tweaked to perform to the max, we will show how a popular universal remote control can be used to trigger complex scenes where all audioand video (A/V) equipment inteacts with other systems such as lighting control, robotic TV mount, even drapes, L.E.D lighting, and fiber optics installed on the ceiling to be able to complete the theater experience. Once the user is done, all it takes is pressing the off button and everything goes back to standby state, ready for the next flix to play. Check us out, you wont regret it! We are located in California and also in Latin America.

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Home theater install with an ultra thin, smart HDMI cable.

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The latest, Mvix (MX-780HD) 1080p Media Center features a state-of-the-art digital playback solution that brings all the media content from the PC to the living room. With a dizzying array of file-format support, the Mvix MX-780HD is engineered from the ground up for high performance networking and hi-definition playback. This comprehensive, feature-packed HTPC provides an awesome entertainment experience.

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This is something I put together, using numerous clips, and a Orville Redenbaucher ad, lol

Perfect for anyone who wants to give their Home Theater that “Theater Feel”

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Link: http://www.buy.com/prod/optoma-hd20-high-definition-1080p-dlp-home-theater-projector/q/loc/111/211447472.html The Optoma HD20 brings a new level of flexibility to your high-definition home theater/multi-media experience. With true 1080p resolution, the HD20 delivers excellent color saturation and subtle details for superior image quality. With its sleek design and weight of 6.4 lbs, the Optoma HD20 is perfect for sharing big-screen movies, sporting events and concerts or for taking your video gaming to the next level by connecting the HD20 to your favorite game console.

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Epson HOME CINEMA 8500UB Projector Specifications:

Native Res.: 1080p
Brightness: 1600 ANSI lumens
Colors: 16.7 million colors
Aspect Ratio: 16:9 native
Technology: 3 LCD
Contrast Ratio: 200000:1
Compatibility: 1080p native
Inputs (Video): Cutting-edge connectivity – Two HDMI ports for maximum flexibility.
Weight: 16.5 lbs.
Dimensions: 17.7in W 5.4in H 15.5in D
Features: Cinema Filter
Fujinon OptiCinema(TM) Multi-Lens Optics System
Pre-set Color Modes
E-TORL Lamp
Advanced Dust Filtration System
2 HDMI 1.3a inputs

Warranty: 2 Years Limited Parts and Labor, 90 Days on Lamp, Epson HomeService Program and Epson PrivateLine Dedicated Toll-Free Support
Projector Uses: Perfect for home theater and gaming

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Panasonic PT-AE4000U Projector Specifications
MSRP (USD) : $2,499
Brightness (Lumens) : 1600 ANSI
Contrast (Full On/Off) : 100000:1
Variable Iris: Yes
High Brightness:
ANSI Lumens: **
Contrast Ratio: **
High Contrast:
ANSI Lumens: **
Contrast Ratio: 100000:1
Audible Noise: **
Weight: 16.1 lbs
Size (inches) (HxWxD) : 5.1 x 18.1 x 11.8
Std. Lens: Focus:
Power
Zoom: Power, 2.00:1
Throw Dist (feet) : 11.5 – 19.7
Image Size (inches) : 60.0 – 200.0
Optional Lenses: No
Digital Zoom: **
Digital Keystone: Vertical
Lens Shift: Horz & Vert
Warranty: 1 Year
Performance:
H-Sync Range: **
V-Sync Range: **
Compatibility:
HDTV: 720p, 1080i, 1080p/60
1080p/24, 1080p/50, 576i
576p, 625i, 625p

EDTV/480p: Yes
SDTV/480i: Yes
Component Video: Yes
Video: Yes
Digital Input: HDMI
Computers: Yes
Display: Type:
3 LCD
Native: 1920×1080 Pixels
Maximum: 1920×1080 Pixels
Aspect Ratio: 16:9 (HD)
Lamp: Type:
170W UHM
Life: 2000 hours
Quantity: 1
Speakers: No
Max Power: 240W
Voltage: 100V – 240V
FCC Class: B
Special: RS232 Port

Native Res.: 1080p
Brightness: 1600 ANSI lumens
Colors: 16.9 million colors
Aspect Ratio: 16:9 native, 4:3 compat.
Technology: Transparent LCD panels (x3, R/G/B)
Contrast Ratio: 100000:1
Compatibility: Native resolution: 1920×1080 Pixels, Maximum resolution: 1920×1080 Pixels
Inputs (Video): S-Video: Mini DIN 4-pin x 1, 75 ohms Video: RCA pin x 1, 75 ohms HDMI in: HDMI connector x 3, HDMIâ„¢, HDCP compliant, supports HDAVI Control ver. 4
Weight: 16.09 lbs.
Dimensions: 8.1in W 5.1in H 11.78in D
Features: Advanced optical system
Professional level tuning
Flexible installation
Smart, easy operation

Warranty: N/A
Projector Uses: Perfect for home theater, DVDs, movies, HD sports, video games and gaming.

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Panasonic PT-AE4000U Projector Specifications
MSRP (USD) : $2,499
Brightness (Lumens) : 1600 ANSI
Contrast (Full On/Off) : 100000:1
Variable Iris: Yes
High Brightness:
ANSI Lumens: **
Contrast Ratio: **
High Contrast:
ANSI Lumens: **
Contrast Ratio: 100000:1
Audible Noise: **
Weight: 16.1 lbs
Size (inches) (HxWxD) : 5.1 x 18.1 x 11.8
Std. Lens: Focus:
Power
Zoom: Power, 2.00:1
Throw Dist (feet) : 11.5 – 19.7
Image Size (inches) : 60.0 – 200.0
Optional Lenses: No
Digital Zoom: **
Digital Keystone: Vertical
Lens Shift: Horz & Vert
Warranty: 1 Year
Performance:
H-Sync Range: **
V-Sync Range: **
Compatibility:
HDTV: 720p, 1080i, 1080p/60
1080p/24, 1080p/50, 576i
576p, 625i, 625p

EDTV/480p: Yes
SDTV/480i: Yes
Component Video: Yes
Video: Yes
Digital Input: HDMI
Computers: Yes
Display: Type:
3 LCD
Native: 1920×1080 Pixels
Maximum: 1920×1080 Pixels
Aspect Ratio: 16:9 (HD)
Lamp: Type:
170W UHM
Life: 2000 hours
Quantity: 1
Speakers: No
Max Power: 240W
Voltage: 100V – 240V
FCC Class: B
Special: RS232 Port

Native Res.: 1080p
Brightness: 1600 ANSI lumens
Colors: 16.9 million colors
Aspect Ratio: 16:9 native, 4:3 compat.
Technology: Transparent LCD panels (x3, R/G/B)
Contrast Ratio: 100000:1
Compatibility: Native resolution: 1920×1080 Pixels, Maximum resolution: 1920×1080 Pixels
Inputs (Video): S-Video: Mini DIN 4-pin x 1, 75 ohms Video: RCA pin x 1, 75 ohms HDMI in: HDMI connector x 3, HDMIâ„¢, HDCP compliant, supports HDAVI Control ver. 4
Weight: 16.09 lbs.
Dimensions: 8.1in W 5.1in H 11.78in D
Features: Advanced optical system
Professional level tuning
Flexible installation
Smart, easy operation

Warranty: N/A
Projector Uses: Perfect for home theater, DVDs, movies, HD sports, video games and gaming.

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