New build! Training/Conference/Movie/Sports room for my work w/ classroom.

[jlovett06]

We are building a new training center at my work.

Training/Conference/Movie Room will be 30x40. However the back 8 Feet will be an open kitchen area. so 30x32 is more accurate. The set-up i have decided to go with is:
Epson 5030uB Projector
Da-Lite 119" Fixed Screen
Denon AVR-X4000
3 Klipsch R-5502-W For FRL
2 Klipsch R-5650-S II for Surround Side
2 Klipsch R-1650-W for Surround back (might upgrade these depending on budget)
Velodyne sc-600iw Subwoofer (Do I need 2 subs?)
Denon Blu-Ray
Harmony Ultimate
2 Outdoor Klipsch speakers

This room will be used for any meetings we have for work and powerpoint presentations.

My workplace is in a small community and we are the largest employer so we want to start doing a "Movie Night" and have a place for employees to watch football/sports games.

Also,

We will have a 18x20 classroom. All i have for this so far is:
Sharp 65" LED TV
1 Definitive Technology 6.5 Di Center channel
2 Definitive Technology UIW55 Front R& L


My questions....

What are your overall thoughts of my selection so far?
What would you do different?
What receiver should i use in the classroom? (only 3 Speakers) and might use 2nd zone. Pioneer elite VSX-44?

I got a good deal on the Klipsch/Denon speaker package and i have Klipsch and Denon at home and am very happy with my products.
Receiver has GREAT reviews. and i know its not a business projector but from what i read it will do all i need it to do and do it very well.
The Dipole Klipsch speakers seemed like the right choice for such a big room.
I know the surround backs are cheap speakers but i got both for $100... If i do upgrade i might put them in the bathrooms from the 2nd zone on the classroom setup.

I want to say money is not an option but i do have to be somewhat respectful and be able to explain why i'm getting what i'm getting. So keep that in mind if there is anything you think i should add.

 

[lsiberian]

Your projector doesn't have enough lumens for your room size and purpose.

I've installed this projector ViewSonic Projectors: ViewSonic Pro8520HD DLP projector and it's fantastic for conference room areas. It has plenty of light for presentations. You really don't want to put home theater projector in a conference room it will look washed out especially as a lamp starts to age. As far as sound I suggest pro level equipment. JTRs + JBL Cinemas for surrounds. Klipsch Reference could work as well, but I'd rather have the JTRs. You will need a pre-pro and real amps to drive them. This is not a home theater. This is not a home theater. You want to do it right and use pro level equipment.

 

[BoredSysAdmin]

First question, Do you ever intend to use the projector in this room with lights on? Or for that matter any situation, other than near pitch dark?
If the answer is yes - you got the wrong projector. In brightly lit conference room you would need 6000+ ANSI if you want nice clear image.
This should give you some idea of what to expect: AV Integrated - Custom Audio Visual Integration In Washington DC Metropolitan Area
Guy who runs the site and owns the A/V install business is a regular here - bmxtrix - PM him if you want a pro's advice.

Sub which you chose, I can't honestly even call a dual 6.5" Drivers in a cabinet - a sub

Velo sc-600 or two (would be a huge improvement)

 

[zieglj01]

I would try to skip in-wall subwoofers, if possible

 

[jlovett06]

Thanks for the projector info! i have never purchased a projector. I will look in to the viewsonic.

I really appreciate everyone's input!

I am using all in wall speakers because the person designing this room (my boss) is a woman and if she has to worry about speakers showing she will kill me.

 

[lsiberian]

Thanks for the projector info! i have never purchased a projector. I will look in to the viewsonic.

I really appreciate everyone's input!

I am using all in wall speakers because the person designing this room (my boss) is a woman and if she has to worry about speakers showing she will kill me.

Most people don't mind wall mounted speakers. It's not ideal, but it would allow you to use better speakers. That Viewsonic is an excellent projector and has plenty of light for your purpose.