Modern dumb Tvs
I am after a dumb TV that has a top of the line panel or as close to that as I can get. . I don't care about smart features or apps or in built wifi or anything at all. I'm going to be connecting it to...
View ArticleIs 65 inch 4K TV too large for this room?
Person furthest away will be 4 metres, which isn't an issue.However, person closest will be approx 1.5 meter from the screen.
View ArticleWharfedale Sub - bad humming issue
We've got a home theatre system - Newish Marantz amp / receiver and 5 wharfedale speakers (incl sub woofer)everything works fine and after we replaced the Marantz last year there have been no...
View ArticleHelp please with a HDMI/ARC/VIERA issue
I have a Yamaha RXV-377 receiver with a Panasonic DMR-HWT260 recorder and Panasonic TH-55ES500Z TV attached.When I power off the TV both the receiver and the recorder are powered off.When I power on...
View ArticleWhy I'm not buying Sonos again
I have five Sonos speakers: a Play:5, two Play:3 (all purchased 2012) and two Play One's (purchased 2015).I received this email from Sonos today:"In May, the following products in your system [Play:5]...
View ArticleRecommendations for VHS to Digital conversion (ideally Christchurch based)
I have some VHS tapes from 2000, back when a video camera cost $2k, we called the resulting end product home movies and everyone was freaking out about how the y2k bug was going to end civilisation.Now...
View ArticleSamsung TV App for IOS?
Is there an IOS App for a Samsung TV where you can have one button for each HDMI input? Say one for Sky, Apple TV, CCTV etc.Thanks
View ArticleData projector : who offers try before you buy?
Hello.I am scoping out replacing an ageing DELL 2400MP data projector (XGA).I do not want to buy a projector though without trying it out first. Does anyone know who allows this?Either in-store or take...
View ArticleNew TV Time: 55/65" UHD none OLED required
Hi everyone,My 2012 Sammy Plasma is on its way out and as there are some sales on right now it seems prudent to replace it before the sales end and I end up paying more a month or so later. Coming from...
View ArticleSpecific ceiling and wall paint advice?
I am about to embark on repainting my new home theatre room... It's about 6.3x4.5metres and it's currently all white which is awful for a big bright projector.I am going to have some sort of wall...
View ArticleYour flat panel TV > 10 yrs and still going strong
I like gear that is reliable and lasts a long time. It's usually better for the environment too.This thread is just a bit of fun for people who have Plasmas or LCDs still going strong as their MAIN TV...
View ArticleLost Remote LGTV, best place for replacement?
Hi, People I know have lost remote for LG TV model number 43UJ654V.All I can find online NZ shops is one for all remotes, but they don't have Amazon, Netflix and recent button for getting to other...
View ArticleAnyone able to help diagnose if my TV is fixable? (Video included)
This started happening quite a few months ago. Often a small tap or twist brings it back to life again normally. Given it seems to function fine once "positioned" correctly for a while, I'm hoping that...
View ArticleAre there any KONIC (KONKA) 65inch TV ( KUD65VT682AS) for viewing in Auckland?
Hi,I'm looking for a budget 65inch TV for bedroom to replace 40inch LG, mostly for 1-2 hours of Youtube / Netflix before getting into bed.I found very attractive pricing of this model from website,...
View ArticleStreaming Devices Available in NZ
There are a lot of posts asking about streaming devices. I thought it would be a good idea to try and make a post to summarize what's available. I've mostly tried to summarize what's readily available...
View ArticlePanasonic TV's leave the Aussie TV market
Pana is leaving the TV market in Aussie, will they stay in NZ?They exited the US market a few years back... https://www.applianceretailer.com.au/2020/02/panasonic-withdraws-from-australian-tv-market/
View ArticleRecommendations for a NAS for my home - complete newbie here!
Hi all, first tie poster hereI have just found out about NAS along with PLEX and seems like this would be perfect for the family.I was hoping to get some recommendations on what to look for in terms of...
View ArticleDirt cheap 50" 4K Veon TV, worth it?
Hey so I know this is a topic which has come up before but I'm in the market for a new TV and there is what seems like far to good of a deal on at The Warehouse this for the long weekend.They have a...
View ArticleProjector screen DIY
We have brought a house that has a media room with a wall that is 1.73m wide. It has all the cabling for a tv but there is no way I will get WAF for a new TV.I have an old projector that when placed on...
View ArticleSony or TCL TV?
I'm after a 65 inch Android TV.Is there a huge difference between Sony and TCL?The price suggests so, but it looks like they've got some of the same features.
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