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Rogue M-120
I have never heard the non magnum version of the 120's but the difference between the 120 mag and the 150's is big. 150's are quieter and sound effortless compared to the 120's.Good luck. 
System suggestions around $3k for 2 different spkr
As you probably already know the Paradigms can be a bit harsh on the top end. Maybe a DK Design (hybrid) integrated might work to help with the harsh highs on the Paradigms and the 150 wpc should be enough for the Maggies.I have never heard the DK... 
Rogue M-120
Very easy. The M-120's are auto biasing. The M-150's are manual but, very easy. 
What is the best HT 5.1 system 2k
Bi-wire yes. Bi-amp no. 
HT receiver best under 1k???
Are you looking for the best features or the best sound?For me it is always sound over features. YOu might look at a used rotel unit. 
What is the best HT 5.1 system 2k
www.av123.com has some good systems in your price range.If you are inclined, you could build your own and get a lot of bang for the buck. 
Sim Audio amps with Jm labs speakers
I have heard Sim gear with JM Labs. The sound was a bit on the lean side for my taste. The combo was pretty good. I may not be the best person to comment because I am not a big fan of the JM Lab sound. 
Improvement?
IMO the Creek would be the best choice of what you listed. 
Amp. for my Speakers
Well you might want to provide a lot more info.1. Budget2. Room size3. Integrated or separates or either4. If integrated does it need a phono board5. Is a remote a must6. Solid state, tubes, hybrid or any7. Do you like to listen at high volumesThe... 
What is a Home Theater Bypass
It bypasses the volume control on the pre when you are listening to 5.1-7.1. 
How to Preserve New Shiny Banana Speaker Ends?
Try one of the least abrasive Scotch Brite pads or some 400 grit sand paper. If you don't like the idea of abrasives you might try a Mr. Clean magic erasure. They have cleaned almost every thing I have thrown at them. 
A series of underperforming setups...Solution?
I don't beleive that dedicated lines are the key to your short comings although may be a part of it. IMO, you already told us the short comings, placementand the room. Being in the same boat as you, in a family room with little flexibility, I am c... 
Price vs. value point
I think you mean Parasound not Paradigm. Although Paradigm has a sister company, Anthem, that makes electronics but, I have never seen them at Audio Advisor.The first main question is, what is your budget? List all of the components in your system... 
Krell KAV 400xi, peak current
Per the Krell web stie 138v peak to peak. 
NEED HELP WITH PRICE RANGE
Don't know anything about Bryston speakers but Paradigms range from about $150 to $6000 per pair.