Wow guys. I've been working pretty much since posting this. Now it's catch up time. In fact that's part of the problem. I'm in the restaurant business so by definition I do not have time on my own to work on this even if I didn't have 10 thumbs. Then of course add in the kids into my schedule and there we go....time to hire someone else. I just need a group or person who has experience in hard to tackle home theater designs.
Cathan: I'm pretty versed on all that goes into the sound isolation. I'm a daily lurker here but don't post much. You're idea of getting a professional design and hiring out from there might be the best idea. But I do have some serious issues to overcome. The most significant is what to do with the HVAC air intake in the middle of the theater area right behind the chairs. I think the only way to deal with this is, if possible, actually relocate the HVAC unit behind that wall.
Dennis: I will be in touch with you Monday or looking at my schedule most likely Tuesday.
Big: Heck, those are old pictures. I need to update. The way I dealt with the IN82 is replace it with a Marantz 11S2. While the IN82 was in I lowered my screen enough that using the keystone for 3 notches had no effect to my eyes. My problem with the IN82 was serious rainbow problems. In fact I've had the Marantz up and then had my new Stewart 235:1 screen and Panamorph lens sitting in a box for 4 months while I opened a new restaurant. Now it's time to do this right before I go through the trouble of installing the rest of the new equipment. As far as partitioning the room, no, I am determined to have a large entertainment space. It's all about having friends over, playing the games, shooting pool, etc while watching a game. It's a trade off in audio performance I'm comfortable in making. One big man cave is my style. And I've just added Target Toss Bags and a Golden Tee is on the way. (it's always good having connections in the business)
Everyone: Let's get it on! I'm game for a meet up. All ideas are seriously valued!
Later
Randy