Sony KDL-32EX520 or Samsung UA32EH5006
I've been looking around for a 32" LED TV for my bedroom, It'll mostly be used for my HTPC. Looking around I've nailed it down to these two tvs. The Sony KDL-32EX520...
View ArticleCapture device to send to RTSP stream
Hey Guys, Does anyone know of a device that can connect via HDMI or something so I can capture a picture/audio and it will allow clients to connect to it via RTSP? I.e. if I wanted to connect a unit to...
View ArticleThe Pocket TV: Makes any TV a Smart TV
Wonder how does this compare to the Raspberry Pi http://www.kickstarter.com/projects/484889112/the-pocket-tv-makes-any-tv-a-smart-tv
View ArticleAdding USB functionality to old LCD tv
As the title suggests, I have a 40 inch Sony Bravia LCD flatscreen TV. Its around 4 years old, it is rated for 1080p high definition output (also has HDMI input). I have tv episodes etc on a portable...
View ArticleFLAC File and Windows 7 Audio Settings Question
Hi all. I have a question about the audio settings for playing FLAC files in Windows 7. I am using KM Player to play FLAC files. I just wanted to check on how the Windows 7 audio is supposed to be set...
View ArticleFaulty Panasonic Home Theater Receiver
I bought a Panasonic SC-BTT270 Home Theater from Noel Leeming Invercargill yesterday and I was hoping to have it ready to roll later that day.More the fool me.It all started after I hooked up the HDMI...
View ArticleAdvise on smaller sized Panasonic Plasma's
Hi, looking for some feedback. I am looking to buy a new TV, upgrading from an older LCD and have been through the cycles of the LED vs Plasma but now wondering more seriously about the Plasma because...
View ArticleDenon AVR-1312 vs Sony STRDH520
Hi there, Just bought some Wharfedale Diamond 10.1 bookshelf speaker and now need an Amp/Receiver to use them with. I'm thinking of going the receiver way due to upgradability, but could go standalone...
View ArticleAnyone know of a place that still sells blank Audio Cassettes, preferably...
Hi guys, I picked up a blank cassette at our local Save Mart today. I recorded some music onto it from my computer's line out. I'm amazed, the quality's better then what people have made Cassette out...
View ArticlePanasonic Plasma TV standby power usage - ~90-fold higher than specified
After an upsurge in my power consumption over the last few months I thought I'd better see about tracking down where it was going. I've got an inexpensive "power meter" that goes in-line and measures...
View ArticleWhat to do- return Apple TV 3 or keep....?
Hi everyone, hope you are all keeping warm. I have seen a few posts on and around this subject, so I hope I am not annoying anyone by asking for some specific thoughts and opinions. I currently have a...
View ArticleOnkyo NR-515 or???
Hi there. Looking at getting an HDMI enable AV Receiver in the next couple of months. Was origianlly leaning towards Yamaha or Denon but they are getting up there price wise. The Onkyo looks good...
View ArticleAdvice on replacing two devices with one - audio and video playback
I'm keen to get some advice from others before I jump in and spend money. I have been using a Squeezebox Duet and a Netgear ReadyNAS to stream my audio to my A\V Receiver and then a A C Ryan PlayOn HD...
View ArticleMulti-Room Audio - SONOS, Russound, Nuvo or Other - Lets go crazy???
I've spent the last week reading years worth of posts regarding home networking for new builds and a bit of research in to multi-room audio as well. Enough to be dangerous anyway. I'll be building a 4...
View ArticleExperiences using Netflix with unblock-us?
Hi, Anyone used http://unblock-us.info or similar service for Netflix? Is it working? Thank you
View ArticlePanasonic THP42UT30Z - Impressions?
Looking to purchase a cheap 40"-42" TV. Budget is very low. LV Martin had a UT30 for $700 (I think they've changed the pricing back to $1100 unfortunately, which put it's out of budget now - hopefully...
View ArticleHas anyone purchased Panasonic Viera VT50?
wanting to know your thoughts/impressions if you own a Panasonic VT50 in either 55 or 65 inch. also others who also have the GT50 whether you had to decide between the two or not. is it worth it...
View ArticleWhat would resale value of this be...
I am thinking of upgrading my Onkyo TX SR604. What is a ball park figure I could get for this. Here is a link for the specs. http://www.us.onkyo.com/model.cfm?m=TX-SR604&class=Receiver&p=i
View ArticleSamsung PS58C7000 Pink/Purple band
Hi everyone, I remember when researching my purchase a few of you on here brought the 50, 58 and 63 inch 7000 series models, I am having it seems a common problem with these TV's. When viewing light...
View ArticleHDMI switch advice
Hi all First time posting, have found very useful information on this forum in the past and hopefully I'll be able to get some help now. Moving into a new house in a couple of weeks. Will have a mysky...
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