Is Dolby Atmos the Audio Equivalent of 3D TV?
I've been around HT for a few years now starting out with a Dolby Surround processor in 1987, (Kenwood SC-700).Dolby Atmos to me (and I think some others) is my step-off point. I can't be bothered.I...
View ArticlePlex on Spark HG659b Router
Kia ora, Since changing from Trustpower to Spark, I'm unable to get my IOS devices working with Plex Media Server (running on Win10). I've been trying a few things, including setting up a port forward...
View ArticleRecommendations for a slim tv wall mount for Sony 65X9000F?
Hey everyone! I've just bought a new 65in Bravia 65X9000F at the Noel Leeming annual clearance sale and now I want to get it mounted on my wall. Keen to get it as close as possible to the wall, so I've...
View ArticlePowering 6 speakers in office
I've inherited the task of sorting an office audio install. Yay. 6 x 50W 8ohm (or possibly 60W) ceiling speakers have been installed, and wired back to a central point. Keen for any ideas on the best...
View ArticleSony - 7500F vs 8500F
Noel Leeming links below7500F 8500F I'm wondering if the X1 picture processor in the 8500F below is worth the $1000 price difference currently?I'll be feeding the TV mostly 1080p or below at this...
View ArticleReceiver on the way out?
I have an Onkyo TR-NX609 home theatre receiver. It has had the HDMI board replaced.It's connected to the TV which controls it via HDMI-CEC. This has been working smoothly until the last couple of...
View ArticleHelp choosing a TV for the in-laws
I am looking for a replacement TV for the in-laws. Cost is not a huge factor for them but they do have other special requirements. Can anyone point me in the right direction of a TV with all or most of...
View ArticleSpeaker refoaming service in Wellington?
I have 4 10" woofers that need re-foaming. I found a place in Auckland but I would prefer somebody in Wellington. There used to be a hifi shop on Jackson Street which sold used kit and the owner told...
View ArticlePanasonic DVR unlock codes
I need to remove the region restrictions on a Panasonic DVR for someone. The preferred device is a DMR-EH 67 DVR. An alternative is a DMP-BD83 DVD player. Does anyone have the codes for either of...
View ArticleYoutube app to be discontinued on Panasonic ST60 Plasma
On our Panasonic TC-P60ST60 I had a msg come up stating on 23 Oct the native youtube app will no longer workWe used this a lot from our Android mobilesI guess we'll have to get a Chromecast2...
View ArticleSony HT-CT800 soundbar and Sony technical support
So, I just had the privilege of dealing with Sony technical support over an issue that's just arised with the above sound bar which didn't go too well... at all.Back storyYesterday I was watching...
View Article4K Blu-ray player range is sadly lacking in Aotearoa
I have been given some 4K Blu-ray discs for a birthday present but I don't have a Blu-ray player. I gave away my Xbox One S to a friend who had lost one in a burglary. I have been looking around the...
View ArticleWhat are people using for a streaming media player on the home network?
I have many of my movies on my server which I watch with a Raspberry Pi3 with Plex.Many of my movies have TrueHD audio tracks which the Pi can't play but it converts to PCM which is fine.But I have now...
View ArticleSpeaker grilles for outside in-ceiling speakers
HiWe have a couple of in-ceiling speakers mounted into the soffit of our house. The metal grille has started to rust but the actual speaker inside seems fine. I don't know where to start between...
View ArticleStreaming Question - IPTV
When viewing free streams (mostly football very early on a Sunday morning!) via SPMC or Mobdro, I get a lot of buffering on my Mi Box 3. Youtube works fine, Sky Go works fine (or as well as that...
View ArticleNewbie - what to buy to set up a good sound system
Hi everyoneI've just signed up to this forum because I'm wanting to buy a surround sound system for my boyfriends birthday. He has a new Sony 65" TV but just has an old school stereo hooked up to it. I...
View ArticleLonger 4k HDMI Cable with full 18gbps bandwidth
I need a longer HDMI 4k 18gbps cable (15m+).I understand the only viable option is to use an active cable. Like this....https://www.unitek-products.com/search?view=product&id=284Unitek Y-C1031BK...
View ArticleRuipro HDMI Fiber Cable
Needing a new HDMI cable my current in-wall cable is not cutting it. I'm now looking at this cable RUIPRO HDMI Fiber Cable 10m has anyone had any experience with these cables.Thanks
View ArticleVeon tvs rebranded
i have seen other tvs that are not veon in youtube clips and other places and they all seem to have the same user interface and veon tv some even look almost the same of not the same as the veon tv its...
View ArticleBose adaptiq system
Hi Guys,I have an older Bose Lifestyle system which I have just setup and although it works well, I am disappointed with the stereo spread in 5 speaker mode.I have the Adaptiq headphone/microphone for...
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