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RaspberryPi/XBMC - upload files for Addons

Not finding this info too easily - maybe incorrect search syntax :-(How do I upload files to RaspberryPi/XBMC so I can install an addon via the ZIP file method ?Can use Putty as a transfer tool ...

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Choppy audio over HDMI/optical on a new Sherwood receiver

I just picked up a Sherwood RD-6506 as part of a slightly upgraded setup. But I'm having problems getting the digital inputs to play nice.I have hooked up the Amazon Fire TV via HDMI to Video 1, and...

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Streaming from NAS to TV: What to use?

Hi I have a set up in my lounge whereby I can play media on my TV from my NAS via my PS3. I have been looking to replicate something similar in the bedroom but instead of a PS3 or putting a clunky box...

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Veon 19 inch TV Mp4 problem

Hey all having an odd problem with my tv reading some mp4 files on a external seagate 2TB hard drive I broughtwhile most of my files will play on it some are not playing I've converted them from mkv...

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Buying a 9-year old plasma TV?

Does it make sense at all? - My neighbour is selling a 42" Sony that cost $5,000 in its heyday for $300. What is the expected lifetime of such a TV? Am I better off buying a cheap unbranded modern TV...

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Sky Digibox DS230NNZ

Hi Guys, I've just installed a new TV in the bedroom, it's hooked up to the Sky box in the lounge, ( straight through the wall ). To change Sky channels from the bedroom I've tried 2 different makes of...

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Speaker Bracket for tv?

I'm wondering if anyone has any experience with these (or similar). . . .http://www.crutchfield.com/S-i0MsJ5KiwC8/p_769CSB3006/Center-Stage-Bracket-CSB-3006-BLK.htmlIf anyone does own these, what do...

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Samsung UA48H5500 - List view for Network Share ???

Hi guys,I just bought a new Samsung UA48H5500 48' LED TV at the weekend - great machine, and very pleased with it in general. However, I had a couple of things I needed to resolve out of the box. 1....

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AV Receivers and wireless headphones

I have a Onkyo 709 and had ideas of connecting a set of wireless headphones---Sennheiser RS 180 or RS 220 but I can't find anyway to do it on the 709.Shame is I am waiting to get it back after paying...

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Issue with JB Hi-Fi Online Order

I'm so angry! this is my first geek post!I ordered a Samsung smart TV from JB website almost one month ago. a couple of days later i received email from their oz customer rep said that the supplier...

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Any suggestions for a kitchen clock/radio ?

I'm looking for a nice clock radio to go in the kitchen.I'm trying to find a good sounding one that has FM radio as well as internet radio options (there is a LAN port right next to where it would go),...

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Extenders

Do you guys use them? Playing around with windows media center. We found our USB tv wasn't that good the pc would loose channel ability to tune. Bro now got bis own Igloo we wired rooms with rg6 and...

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Bluetooth latency

Is there anyway to eliminate the latency on bluetooth?The latency makes watching movies impossible.General streaming music etc is fine but video content is always out of sync.I dont want to use any...

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Projector Hire – recommended models and hire outlets in Auckland?

Hi All,My son's birthday is coming up in July and we're thinking of screening a copy of the Lego movie for him and his mates. My current el-cheapo projector is hopeless unless its pitch black, so I'm...

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Issue with Digitech Audio Visual 2.4ghz HDMI AV sender/receiver

AV sender / receiver is working fine. The issue I have is on the screen in the top right hand corner I have the signal strength icon.I feel stupid but I can't figure out how to remove it, or even if it...

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Audio System Recommendation

Hi there - I'm looking for a speaker system for a small (ish) sized room. This room in our currently being built house will act as a 4th bedroom/home office/2nd lounge/kids area.This Yamaha system is...

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Wireless Headphones and T-Box

Is it possible to connect a Wireless Headphone to the T-Box without cutting sound from the TV?I need a little help with my hearing and thought this would be an easy solution. I am using a Sony Bravia...

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The DAC thread

Do you have one?What kind?Do you know what a DAC is?Thought I would start this as I'm pretty sure that there are a number of GZ members who rock out with their DAC out and I'm interested in what you...

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Recommend me decent 50" LED. Don't care about smart/3d.

Hey guys, finding it hard finding a decent one given most product codes etc are different from US/EU so hard to find reviews Any help would be greatly appreciated !

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The Wirecutter FAQ: What are some alternatives to Beats?

http://thewirecutter.com/reviews/faq-what-are-some-alternatives-to-beats/#

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