Netflix offers CDN endpoint to ISPs
If they could get around the ridiculous licencing restrictions here, could be a possibility from an ISP (with free data) shortly? Announcing the Netflix Open Connect Network Around the world, people...
View ArticleDigital Audio Passthrough (AppleTV, TiVo and other toys)
Hi, I have an aging HT Amp (Marantz SR5000) that does not have any HDMI connectors or switching. Now first up, approved budget to upgrade to new shiny HDMI capable amp is non exisitant! Our TV is a...
View ArticleSearch for the PERFECT media player under $200
Hi all. My WDTV Live died last week and am now in need of a new media player. I've been checking out specs and details of other popular streamers online (roku, apple tv, revue, etc), but none that I've...
View ArticleMySky HDi and Freeview HD on single cable?
I have mysky HDi, and freeview HD (terrestrial). So, the sky feeds in through a sat dish, and the freeview comes in via an aerial, so 2 different cables. Is it possible to combine the sky hd and...
View ArticleHDMI over cat5
Hi If I want to run HDMI over cat5 cables does the cable run have to be a direct run from the sender to the receiver or is it possible to use some sort of star network configuration? Cheers
View ArticleSeeking a samsung UA27D5000NMXRD
Cousin needs to replace a sammy 27" - model UA27D5000NMXRD that a recess is made for. Its not a current model anymore. Any suggestions for a place that might have some in stock at all?
View ArticleRecording TV to the HDD on my Panasonic DMREH58
Hi everyone, I'm wondering if anyone can help me. I have the following hardware: A Panasonic DMREH58 Panasonic DVD Player/Recorder with a 250Gb HDDA Panasonic Viera ET5Z 42" HD TVA MySky BoxI do not...
View ArticleBEST 32" LED LCD FOR MY MUM
Howdy - my good old mother wants to upgrade her 29"CRT and is happy with nothing larger than a 32" and has assigned me to choose it. I'm thinking LED (I have a UN40D6600) but not that impressed with...
View ArticleApple TV 2 - Issues after latest update
For some reason it tells me it's connected to my computer but wont show any of my music? Getting sick of NOTHING working after Apple update anything. They must be the WORST firmware updater ever.
View ArticleUnimpressed with Panasonic DMP-BDT220 Blu Ray player
So I went out and purchased this 2012 model Blu-ray player from Panasonic, as I will soon be investing in a 3D TV. This was to replace my Philips BDT3000. Updated the firmware as soon as I set it up....
View ArticleAnyone got the Warehouse Veon Blu Ray Player (model VN2923BR3D)?
I am looking for a cheapish second blu-ray player for the spare room, and note that the Warehouse has this on sale for $124), which isn't too bad for a 3D Blu-Ray. I am interested in this model...
View ArticleSky Multiroom - mysky wiring
Im not after different channels in different rooms - just to be able to output the signal from the mysky unit to a different room - eg bedroom when retiring for the night..... Its a new house build so...
View ArticleBanana Plugs
Hey team, After moving everything back into the house after EQC repairs I am looking at putting my 5.1 back together. What are thoughts on banana plugs for speaker cables? Any positives or more...
View ArticleSamsung plasma screen wont start. Advice please?
Hi guys, I've had a Samsung PS51D550 51" plasma for about 6 months without any issues. Turned it on today and after 5 minutes it clicks and image disappears. It then went through a series of clicks...
View ArticleRG6 Coax cable
Hi All Currently we have what I think must be a UHF aerial (See photo #1), the wire you see attached in photo #2 runs to my lounge. It is a flat cable with what appears to be two lots of copper wiring...
View Articlesubwoofer auto off
Hi all, I don't know much about sound system so just need some help here. I inherited the setup from the previous home owner, we have a Denon AVR-3803 receiver and a Image subwoofer AVS100.2. When...
View ArticlePower ratings for Centre and satellite speakers, need advice please
I am putting together my setup with Denon AVR-1912 and PSB T6 speakers so far and thinking of adding centre speaker and satellite as i go but not sure what sort of power each of these speakers should...
View ArticleApple TV + iTunes Library that cannot fit on iMac HD.
Hi All. I have a library that will not fit on my iMac HD (500Gb+). So I shifted it to my 1TB WD External (USB2 Powered) but it is still in my iMac iTunes Library (just located on USB External). At...
View ArticleRecommendations For TVs $1000 and under?
My folks are looking to upgrade their TV. Currently they have a 32' Sony Bravia KDL32W5500 which is too small for the living room they are in, although the quality seems quite good. There seemed to be...
View ArticleSony Bravia Internet Video Streaming - PLEASE HELP ME!!!
I have a sony bravia tv - took me forever to figure out how to get on to the internet but now I can't watch anything! I can get to projectfree.tv and choose the movie I want to watch but when I press...
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