Buying new TV around 48" to 50" - go 4K UHD?
What is the current thinking on 4K Ultra High Definition TVs? When I last looked at them a year ago it seemed the consensus was that it was better to wait and maybe actually better to stick with a...
View ArticleSamsung Smart TV replaced under CGA has developed new fault
HiAfter a bit of advice, before I go to the retailer. I've got a Samsung PS51E550D (51" Plasma) which was replaced a year and 2 months (about 22 months ago) under the CGA as the screen default a fault...
View ArticleLarge format Veon Televisions
After a mediocre experience with a 4K Sony that was fairly expensive and without great picture quality and no 4K content to display on it, I returned it and will potentially downgrade to a bigger, far...
View ArticleAdjustable mount shelves for back of TV
http://hideitmounts.com/collections/adjustable-universal-mounts I've been looking for some behind TV mounts, to screw into the vesa points... does anyone know if something like the above is locally...
View ArticleUHF aerial and Sky satellite dish query
I've just moved into a new place (renting), and there is both a UHF aerial and sky dish on the roof.The sky dish is connected to a jack inside the house, but the UHF aerial is not. A cable is run down...
View ArticleConnection of speakers
Hi,I was in Harvey Norman this morning looking for a deal on a Wharfedale Diamond 10cs whilst I there i saw they had their 10.6s banana plugged with the plugs going into the top 2 connections. I...
View ArticleSound Bars
Hi, Sound bars. I think I need to get one for a family member who has a Veon TV, and therefore essentially no useable onboard audio. The Warehouse used to sell their own cheap option, but they don't...
View ArticleFreeing up some space - IR Receiver, equipment on other side of the wall.
Hi all, We have purchased a new house with a lounge that will require some good planning to make use of the modest space available.Our setup: TV, HTPC (Windows 10 NUC), Pioneer AV Receiver, bulky...
View ArticleConnect wireless keyboard to Veon Smart TV?
Hi,Can someone please explain how to connect a wireless keyboard to a 50" Veon Smart Tv?Have tried looking for YouTube clips but can't find any for this TV brand.Really want to go on the internet but...
View ArticleRecommend me some headphones...
I have some Shure in ear earphones which I quite like but am looking at trying some headphones now. After a lengthy session the Shures aggravate my inner ear a bit.I don't have a large budget (maybe...
View ArticleNew Home Theatre Setup
Hi all,I'm part way through building a new house and have pretty much sussed out my AV setup.So far this is how it will work:HDBaseT Matrix will distribute video around the house via Cat6/HDMI and into...
View ArticleBest cable clips for speaker wires?
I need to run speaker cables along the top of the skirting board to keep them away from the vacuum cleaner, any suggestions?
View ArticleSpeaker control multiroom
HiAs part of our new extension (2 bedrooms and fmaily room) I am running speaker wire to every room with a inceiling speaker in each room.My question is whats the best way to turn these on\off and...
View ArticleRecommendation for cabling contractor in East Auckland
I need to get some cat 5e cabling done at home, it's a slightly tricky job as there is limited under house access due to a concrete base.Would also like the same guy to re-do my speaker cabling.All...
View ArticleCan't pick up a signal and unsure if my TV has Freeview
So our old satellite Freeview box is on the way out, and I'd ideally like to go to Freeview HD and just use our TV instead of buying another box. However, connecting the coax to the TV, I cannot pick...
View ArticleWireless earphones for iPad/iPhone
I'm looking for a good set of wireless earphones to use with my iPad (Air 2), and in the future with an iPhone (6).I'd like to clarify what I mean by "earphones" which is:not in-ear bud style - very...
View ArticleCheap Media Player
Hey all, I'm looking for a cheap(under $100) Media player that I can plug my external HDD into and play movies off. I want it to be 1080p and play various forms of downloaded content. Basic is good
View Articlehome stereo as HT subwoofer amp?
hello, i am wondering if using a home stereo (sony mhc rg660 200w rms x2) would be ok to use as a sub amp to run a couple of 200w rms subs. i would use the sub pre out from my av reciever and split...
View Articleintergrated stereo amp, pioneer SX20 any good?
hey am looking to buy a integrated stereo amp for some floor standing speakers large. was hoping for around 100w rms per channel 8ohms. for under $1000i have found...
View ArticleNew Home IR Help
Hi guys,I have just purschased a new home which has all the TV cabelling wired back to a central location.Unfortunalty there has been no allowances made for hardwired IR, but the old owner must of been...
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