Where did it all start ?
Errm, a stereo and a 14" TV. We knew that plugging the TV in the HiFi was a good idea, until we stumbled across a 29" Prologic TV.
Our eyes (and ears) opened to the world of home cinema and we were hooked from there. A number of small step upgrades (Decent amplifier, subwoofer, centre speaker...) have led to what we are now presenting.

What is the main idea ?
An integrated home cinema, no big boxes... Big sound, big picture in a useable room. No visible wires.

Tell me more...
The lounge features a standard chimney that the previous owner encased in a much larger Breeze Block construction. The overall width of the chimney is around 10 feet. To the left of the chimney was an alcove which has been put to good use. The space between the ceiling and the first floor has also been used where possible.

Speakers then...
You need lots of them and this is where the problems usually start. We decided that in-wall and in-ceiling speakers were the way to go.

And the picture...
We now have projector, a little SONY VPL-HS1. This is courtesy of Nathalie who decided to treat me for Valentines...

What about the amplifier, etc...
As we said, no black (or grey) boxes, so they are all hidden away in a purpose built set of shelves in the alcove, with wooden doors to hide it all away. An infrared repeater deals with the remotes so that the doors can remain closed most of the time.

Future plans
A better subwoofer, maybe an extra rear centre speaker (DD EX and DTS ES), more X10, the list goes on...

Our home cinema is now complete... It has taken us a long time.

Things such as a wedding tend to put a dent in progress.

Saying that though, we have been at it since Dolby Pro-Logic was available and have gone a long way since.

Take a look at the details on the left to see what we have achieved...