PROJECT:
Tamaki Heights Theatre Room
The Tamaki Heights Theatre Room started over a year ago when the client was looking to create a multi-use room with a nicely optioned theatre setup.
The room was spec’d to use all in-wall speakers and a pair of speakers for the atmos. A Indigo fixed frame acoustic screen was fixed to the wall to create the image space. A Sony projector was ceiling mounted at the rear of the room and it was all controlled via a Denon AV Receiver. Providing the “bass” were a pair of SVS SB-1000 subwoofers.
The client took over the keys just before Xmas 2023 and we were contacted to do the final installation in the Tamaki Heights Theatre Room. As the room wasn’t furnished, we did an initial base calibration and are awaiting the call from the client to complete this once they have the room furnished. Some acoustic treatment will help and this will be assessed when we do the final calibration and room test.
Project Components – Tamaki Heights Theatre Room
- Sony VPL-VW290ES Home Theatre Projector (View on the Sony site here>>)
- Denon 7.2 Channel AV Receiver
- Paradigm CI Home H55-LCR In-Wall Speaker x 3 for the front channels
- Paradigm CI Home H65-IW In-Wall Speakers for the surrounds
- Paradigm CI Home H65-R Round In-Ceiling Speaker for Atmos speakers
- 107″ Custom-Made Indigo Fixed Frame Acoustic Screen
- Pair of SVS SB-1000Pro Subwoofers in gloss white
- Cabling
- Setup and Calibration
The Tamaki Heights Theatre Room project consisted of the following Rapallo AV Design & Build services:
- Onsite Consultation – to ensure the setup matches the clients brief and the environment its being used
- Product Selection & Advice
- Project Management
- Installation & setup
- Testing and training
- Post Installation Support
This project was managed by Tokorua Lambert. For a similar project or if you have another project you’d like us to look at, then give Tokorua a call on 09 2744515 or via email tokorua@rapalloav.co.nz
PROJECT:
Half Moon Bay Movies
We started working in this home when the client needed a new amp to replace a blown unit. Since then Rapallo have updated a lot of componentry and helped them to develop their “Half Moon Bay Movies” home theatre room downstairs.
This project in the theatre room started with the addition of a new projector, updated amplifier, atmos speakers and a pair of front heights. We opened up the walls and added new cabling and positioned the speakers based on the ideal seated position based on the screen. Our plastering partner then plastered and painted the cable holes and the room was closed up and finished off.
A few months later we then built and installed a custom cabinet that worked with the room and the gear it was to store. It was requested that the cabling was hidden and it needed to be on castors. Our team did a great job in covering off these items for the client.
Lastly, during August 2023 the room was carpeted (as it had wooden floors), so we came on site and removed all the gear. The electrical team came onsite and installed a power point for the cinema seating, and then we re-installed all the gear and re-calibrated the room.
While there we also updated the splitter and added a new HDMI extender to get the SKYTV content up to the master bedroom.
Our team are really happy with the outcome, with potentially some acoustic treatment next on the list to balance the room and to remove the echo in some points.
Project Components – Half Moon Bay Movies
- Sony VPL-XW5000ES 4K HDR SXRD™ Laser Projector
- Denon AVC-X8500HA 13.2-Channel AV Receiver – Movie Room
- Denon AVC-X3800H 8K 9.4 Channel AV Receiver – Upstairs TV room
- Paradigm Home Theatre In-wall / In-Ceiling speakers – Atmos speakers
- Blustream SP18 8-Way 4K Splitter – Provides sky content to multiple rooms
- Cabling
- Painting
- Electrical
- Setup and Calibration
The Half Moon Bay Movies project consisted of the following Rapallo AV Design & Build services:
- Onsite Consultation – to ensure the setup matches the clients brief and the environment its being used
- Product Selection & Advice
- Project Management
- Installation & setup
- Testing and training
- Post Installation Support
This project was managed by Tokorua Lambert. For a similar project or if you have another project you’d like us to look at, then give Tokorua a call on 09 2744515 or via email tokorua@rapalloav.co.nz
PROJECT:
Harrisville Home Theatre
The Harrisville Home Theatre Project started like most. A quick visit to Rapallo with the statement “I am building a new house and I want…. “. So we helped the client through the initial steps of the project all the way through to room completion.
We came onsite to scope the work and went thru the clients needs. There were some challenges to due to door placements and some architectural constraints but we came up with solutuns and then presented them back. Post this we have a few conversations on the specs and styles with final approval then given. The project consisted of a home theatre space with configured around a 140″ screen and in the 7.1.2 format for the sound.
Our teams came onsite to do the initial pre-wire after the roof was on and while the framing was still exposed. Post painting and gibstopping, we installed all the speakers (included custom painted grilles) and then finally once all the dust was settle in the build, we did the final install, setup and calibration. Next on the list of two-do’s, once the client has finished the build & landscaping, is the room acoustics for the theatre room.
Project Components – Harrisville Home Theatre
- Epson TW-9400 Projector
- Indigo Fixed Frame Acoustic Transparent Screen
- Denon Amplifiers – X3800 and DRA-800
- Paradigm Home Theatre In-wall / In-Ceiling speakers
- Klipsch Subwoofer
- Cabling
- Electrical
The Harrisville Home Theatre project consisted of the following Rapallo AV Design & Build services:
- Onsite Consultation – to ensure the setup matches the clients brief and the environment its being used
- Product Selection & Advice
- Project Management
- Installation & setup
- Testing and training
- Post Installation Support
This project was managed by Tokorua Lambert. For a similar project or if you have another project you’d like us to look at, then give Tokorua a call on 09 2744515 or via email tokorua@rapalloav.co.nz
PROJECT:
Hidden Home Theatre Room
Our client had just purchased a new home and wanted to build a hidden home theatre room in the garage area. We supported our client in the build with some ideas and then supplied the product for the finished room.
We went onsite when they purchased the home and did an initial consultation based on the room he wanted to build. Our team then provided a hardware spec and completed the pre-wire / speaker placement.
When the room was completed, we came onsite and did the installation, the calibration and installed a rack for the AV gear.
It all came together nicely based on the clients budget and requirements.
Project Setup – Hidden Home Theatre Room
- Screen – 133″ Acoustic Transparent Fixed Frame Screen
- Projector – Sony VPL-XW5000ES 4K HDR SXRD™ Laser Projector
- Speakers – Paradigm Range for front and surrounds
- Amplifier – AV Receiver – Denon AVC-X6700H 11.2-Channel AV Receiver
The Hidden Home Theatre Room project consisted of the following Rapallo AV Design & Build services:
- Onsite Consultation – to ensure the setup matches the clients brief and the environment its being used
- Product Selection & Advice
- Project Management
- Installation & setup
- Testing and training
- Post Installation Support
This project was managed by Tokorua Lambert. For a similar project or if you have another project you’d like us to look at, then give Tokorua a call on 09 2744515 or via email tokorua@rapalloav.co.nz
PROJECT:
Business Training Space Fitout
Our client approached us as they had a new office being fitted out and it needed some AV for the training rooms and spaces.
We came onsite before the project kicked-off and did a pre-build walk thru of the requirements with them and discussed options. Our team then scoped the project and provided an itemized estimate for them, plus also ran through the options. One of the main requirements was to ensure the products and the installation fitted into the environment, were flexible and easy to use.
Once approved, we commenced the installation work over 3 days. Starting with the installation of two TV’s in two training rooms, plus the addition of a generic Video Conferencing platform in the main boardroom.
Our team then moved to the main training area to begin a day of pre-wiring the setup. We then installed the speakers for the sound (for the projected content) and the speakers for the microphone platform.
Next on the list was hanging the dual projectors and twin 120″ motorised screens, and finally the rack. All the cabling is contained in metal cable conduits to fit with the style of the space, this is an important aspect we work hard to achieve on most projects.
On completion of the building work, we did the final fit-off and tested the platform, then trained the team on how to use it. It looks fantastic and works a treat.
Project Setup – Business Training Space Fitout
- Screen – 120″ Indigo 16:9 Tab-Tension Screen
- Projector – Panasonic PT-VMZ61 LCD Laser Projector
- Speakers – ELAC Muro I OW-V41L On-Wall Speakers x 4
- HDMI Matrix – Blustream HSP14CS 4-Way HDBaseT™ CSC Splitter + Receivers
- Amplifiers – Marantz NR1711 Slim 7.2ch 8K Ultra HD AV Receiver
- Microphones – LD Systems Wireless Mic Systrem with 2 x Handheld Mics + 2 x Body Packs
- Televisions – Panasonic LED TV TH-55LX800Z & Panasonic LED TV TH-65LX800Z
- Video Conferencing – AVer VC550
The Business Training Space Fitout project consisted of the following Rapallo AV Design & Build services:
- Onsite Consultation – to ensure the setup matches the clients brief and the environment its being used
- Product Selection & Advice
- Project Management
- Installation & setup
- Testing and training
- Post Installation Support
This project was managed by Tokorua Lambert. For a similar project or if you have another project you’d like us to look at, then give Tokorua a call on 09 2744515 or via email tokorua@rapalloav.co.nz
PROJECT:
Office Presentation Space
Our client does high-end office fit outs, and for a recent project they needed a small easy to use Office Presentation Space.
We came onsite before the project kicked-off and did a pre-build walk thru of the requirements. Our team then scoped the project and provided an itemised estimate for the project manager.
Once approved, and when they were ready, we did the pre-wire work. On completion of the building work, we then did the final fit-off and tested the platform. Works a treat. The projector is connected to the screen, so when it is on, the screen drops (or raises). We added a Blustream HDMI wall plate to then allow them to connect a source and use it with the Optoma UHZ-50 projector.
Project Setup – Office Presentation Space
- Screen – 120″ Indigo 16:9 Tab-Tension Screen
- Projector – Optoma UHZ-50
- HDMI Wall Panel – Blustream HEX11WP-TX x HDMI HDBaseT™ Wall Plate Transmitter
The Office Presentation Space project consisted of the following Rapallo AV Design & Build services:
- Onsite Consultation – to ensure the setup matches the clients brief and the environment its being used
- Product Selection & Advice
- Project Management
- Installation & setup
- Testing and training
- Post Installation Support
PROJECT:
A Bar With A Theatre
During a home renovation, our Auckland based client decided they wanted to add a simple home theatre space in an unused area, a Bar With A Theatre.
We came onsite to do a site measure and discuss options. Our team then spec’d the room and provided an itemised estimate based on the clients desired budget. Once approved, all the gear was ordered into the client installation bay at Rapallo and the pre-wire commenced.
Once the room was completed, we then cam onsite and did the final fit-off and setup. The projector and sound was calibrated and we then trained the client on operating the system. Finally a few weeks later, after some use, we went back and did a final full calibration.
Now in the completed space, the client had a fantastic area to watch movies, play games and watch sports. All aligned to the bar area to enable entertaining and entertainment. A fantastic outcome.
Project Setup – A Bar With a Theatre
- AV Receiver – Denon AVC-X6700H 11.2-Channel AV Receiver
- Screen – 150″ Indigo 16:9 acoustic fixed frame screen 4k ready
- Projector – Sony VPL-XW5000ES 4K HDR SXRD™ Laser Projector
- Front Channel – Paradigm Millenia LP 2 LCR On-Wall Speaker
- Subwoofers – REL Acoustics Tzero MKIII Subwoofer
The A Bar With A Theatre project consisted of the following Rapallo AV Design & Build services:
- Onsite Consultation – to ensure the setup matches the clients brief and the environment its being used
- Product Selection & Advice
- Project Management
- Installation & setup
- Testing and training
- Post Installation Support
This project was managed by Tokorua Lambert. For a similar project or if you have another project you’d like us to look at, then give Tokorua a call on 09 2744515 or via email tokorua@rapalloav.co.nz
PROJECT:
Video Conferencing Lift & Cabinet
Our client has a large video conferencing trolley that took up a large space in their boardroom. They contact us as they wanted to remove the trolley and improve their video conferencing setup by adding a Video Conferencing Lift & Cabinet.
We measured and spec’d a large cabinet to run across the western wall of their room that contained all their gear, plus some additional cabinetry on the sides to store items from the boardroom.
Our cabinet-makers meet the client to discuss design and colours, to ensure it fitted with the style of the boardroom. The lift and TV were setup off-site at Rapallo to ensure we have the exact height and measurements requires for the cabinet build. Then once the cabinet was built, we did a test install at Rapallo before going onsite and setting up the gear.
It came out looking great and solving all the issues the previous system / setup had. Another great outcome for our clients.
Project Setup – Video Conferencing Lift & Cabinet
- Cabinetry – custom made cabinet and wood-grain matched design.
- TV – Panasonic 55″ TV
- TV Lift – Nexus21 TV lift with remote control
The Video Conferencing Lift & Cabinet project consisted of the following Rapallo AV Design & Build services:
- Onsite Consultation – to ensure the setup matches the clients brief and the environment its being used
- Product Selection & Advice
- Project Management
- Installation & setup
- Testing and training
- Post Installation Support
PROJECT:
MultiRoom Movies & Music
We were approached by the client, a large property developer in the Waikato in early 2020. He was building his own home and wanted multiple areas of sound, and two areas for visual content. This is a MultiRoom Movies & Music project that we love.
Our team worked with the client at Rapallo and remotely to produce a spec for the project and to assist with the pre-wire and placement as the project took shape. Once the spec was agreed, we order all the product into Rapallo’s installation store and setup a bay. This ensured when the project was ready for fit-off / completion all products were on hand and ready to go.
Fast forward to December 2022 and the project was installed, calibrated (by Rapallo) and commissioned. It sounds and looks incredible with many zones, plus the AV rack the client has design & made is something else.
Project Setup – MultiRoom Movies & Music
- Media Room – 5.1.2 platform using Klipsch, SVS, Denon & Blustream products based around a TV for the visual content
- Sound – 8 zones of sound using two Denon HEOS Drive HS2 Multi-Zone Audio Streaming Amplifiers. This is spread all over the home, with sound in the bedroom, outside deck, cabana area, garage, internal dining room and other spaces where the client wanted control over the sound when entertaining.
- TV Room – 2.0 platform using Klipsch & Denon products based around a TV
The MultiRoom Movies & Music project consisted of the following Rapallo AV Design & Build services:
- Onsite Consultation – to ensure the setup matches the clients brief and the environment its being used
- Product Selection & Advice
- Project Management
- Installation & setup
- Testing and training
- Post Installation Support
PROJECT:
The Milky Way
After a large flood in their existing cinema room, our client contacted us for product and assistance in re-building the room and enhancing the platform.
Our team looked over the room and ran through the options, discussed brand and differing platforms with the client. In the end it was decided to use a Sony XW5000 projector, Anthem AV Receiver and Power Amplifier and a range of Paradigm speakers, four SVS subwoofers all matched to a Indigo fixed frame acoustic transparent screen for an incredible image. On top of this, they wanted a Karaoke system, so that was also included and installed behind the screen with a pair of microphones and PA speakers for some lung-thrilling singing.
We also worked with the client on the acoustics in the room, using a mixture of Primacoustic and Vicoustic panels and bass traps which are lit up with back-lighting.
The client is a developer, so the majority of the building & electrical work was carried out by them. Our team did the final fit-off and the last piece, the calibration will be done post 100hrs use to really make the room a total cinema experience.
Have to say, its looking like a great space to watch movies. The lighting is soft and easy and the seats just tick off the final element. Roll up movie night!
The project consisted of the following Rapallo AV Design & Build services:
- Onsite Consultation – to ensure the setup matches the clients brief and the environment its being used
- Project Management
- Installation & setup
- Testing and training
- Post Installation Support
