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Sticking the stuff into the case
So after the paint and glue has dried we took the equipment and stuffed it into
the case. I used some adhesive Velcro to affix the panel to the projector just
in case... This is a good chance to take and turn on the projector and do some
basic testing to make sure your rig is set up right and that it blocks out any
light leaks. With the unit closed, check for sound leaks and use some extra
felt to try to improve this. One thing I also did here at this step is make
sure the holes in the bottom of the case are not obstructed by the felt. Turns
out I forgot to clear the holes, but quick cut with a sharp x-acto blade and
it's all better. Let the unit run a while and pay attention to the temperature
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Mounting the screen
So this turned out to be the hardest part of this entire build: finding a place
to mount it, finding the studs to screw into, and finally getting it set on the
wall. The screen is 18 Lbs and therefore needs to be well mounted. Don't do
this alone if you can, it really would make it a lot easier with some help...
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Final Setup
So the final step for setup is really simple as well. Place the unit where you
want it, focus it, make a few tweaks in its position and plug in your speakers,
I used the Logitech Z-5500 and I have to admit I really was impressed. Plug in
your media gear. You can have your DVD or tuner\VCR hooked up as well as a
composite feed and an S-Video feed all at once and just select your input on
the unit. Fire up the lamp and tweak the color and contrast setting to your
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Finding some cold ones
Sometimes with the inventgeek projects the testing and configuration section is
the bane of my life! Getting this or that to work when something stupid was
overlooked... it can drive a man, or even a geek, crazy! But with this project
the testing phase really had more to do with finding some cold ones and
enjoying! I mean I think I did sweat a little... that Gollum is just so
tricksy! |
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