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I've installed XBMC on a laptop, and its working fine. But tonight when I went to connect it to my TV and AV receiver (Pioneer VSX-922) via HDMI, it wouldn't output sound over HDMI to the receiver....
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View ArticleApple TV2 still available in stores?
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View ArticleNeed Banana Plugs?
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View ArticleSamsung buys Boxee
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View ArticleWhat I want doesn't seem to exist - home theatre setup
All I want is a basic home theatre setup, 5.1, no need for DVD player ( I have ps3) but I do want at least 3 x HDMI inputs, preferably 4 Preferably under $500. I know when I looked last year jb hifi...
View ArticleVideo Ripping Software - legal
I am looking to install a distributed video solution as part of my home automation when I build my house this year.I am trying to find some software that will rip DVD/Bluray Movies and TV shows to the...
View ArticleSamsung LED TV query
Am in the market for a new TV, only really need 40" so was thinking about the UA40F5500 as can get that for $1000ish, is there a compelling reason NOT to get one?I looked at the F6400 but can't see...
View ArticleStage Intercom System
Does anyone know how I can use a small mixer to make a stage intercom system?We have one lighting guy, one sound/audio engineer, a computer guy who projects stuff onto the big screen behind the...
View Article50" or 55" Panasonic TV and sitting distance
Hello,I am looking at purchasing one of the new Panasonic TH-L55ET60 (55") televisions, but as the wife and myself sit about 2.3 to 2.5 metes away is the 55" to big for viewing normal TV channels which...
View ArticleCan TBox and AppleTV be connected to TV at same time?
I have bought an AppleTV to stream from my Laptop to TV ready for when Colliseum Sports starts but the HDMI outlet on the TV is already connected to the TBox.Do I have to unplug one to use the other or...
View ArticleSoftware Upgrades on Roku 3
I've just brought one of these, and was wondering if it was safe to do software upgrades if required. I'm running unblock.us - but want to be sure I dont lose funtionality if I upgrade.Thanks in...
View ArticleI've binned the VHS, what now ?
Looking for some help here guys.I've finally binned the VHS and am getting rid of sky so losing the sky+ HDD.Have trawled through the web but cant seem to find a simple explanation of what options I...
View ArticleAnyone tried the MK908 Android Stick?
I'm thinking of buying this from www.geekbuyer.com http://www.geekbuying.com/item/Tronsmart-MK908-Google-Android-4-1-Mini-PC-TV-Box-RK3188-Quad-Core-2G-8G-BT-Black-315155.htmlAnyone have any experience...
View ArticleWhich smart TV's are the most popular?
I was looking at smart tv options over the weekend and left wondering which is most used, has access to the most content etc.The Samsung looked nice but looking through these forums there are things...
View ArticleHow to link Analog Stereo (Pioner) to digital Tv Samsung and cable length
Hi AllIs a 20metre run of RCA cable tooo long,using this to link newTV to Stereo.Also how do i convert RCA to digital input .Replies appreciated
View Articlestreaming the rock through mediaportal
hello there. as see above i am looking for the best plugin or some thing i can use with mediaportal to stream the rock and other nz radio stations. any help greatly appreciatedregards
View Articlehelp me set up my new house
hi,i'm currently building a new place for the family and me,and i'm looking for advise on how to do the following.please assume i know nothing about this stuff when replying.i will have a lcd tv,xbox...
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