TV Wall mount: fully moveable for 40" LCD with ability to mount a SFF PC...
HiI've currently got a small form factor media pc that I use in the spare room with an LCD tv. Due to family changes, the TV is going in the master bedroom but missus insists on it being wall mounted...
View ArticleStreaming apps on LG smart TV
I have a LG smart TV and are looking for apps so I can get rid of Sky and stream content, are there apps that will do that or is a dedicated streaming box the better way to go??Thanks
View ArticlePanasonic (and other) Smart TV's. Can they replace myfreeview boxes?
New Panasonic 4k TV's have twin tuners, freeview plus, HDD record, TV Anytime (watch live TV on your mobile, or watch recorded shows on your mobile).If anyone owns one of these TV's (or similar) I was...
View ArticleSetting up new entry-level home theater: Cabling options for projector &...
Hi all,Setting up a new entry-level home theater which will in basic terms be:Projector at back of roomSound bar at front of roomAll control & media gear in a cupboard, incl. HDMI...
View ArticleSatellite speaker suggestions
So I have some pretty reasonable Paradigm Monitor 7 fronts, a Paradigm CC370 centre and a couple of Paradigm Atoms for surrounds. Plus a good sub to compliment them all. Whilst these are...
View ArticleRecommendations please for bluetooth over ear headphones with aptx <$200
Hi all,As the title suggests, I would like to get a pair of reasonable quality (both sound and build) over ear bluetooth headphones that support aptx for under the $200 mark. They will be used...
View ArticleLong and skinny HDMI cable?
I was browsing the apple accessories and found exactly what I needed (didn't realise I wanted one before). 5m skinny-as (like USB cable) HDMI cable! wow. the cost was also wow.Any cheap 5m HDMI 2.x...
View ArticleHelp with Epson TW5200 problem
HI all, I have a problem with a projector that I just acquired as part of a house I just bought. The projector is the Epson TW5200. Problem is that the top of the image is lighter than the bottom half....
View ArticleBuying from Amazon
I am setting up an entry level home theatre system. I have lined up the Q Acoustic 3010 package locally for $2000, but found it on Amazon for $1000 (nzd) less. I realise I would have to pay GST etc...
View ArticleHelp with repairing earphone cable.
I'm trying to repair my Shure PTH "push to hear" device. I use this in combination with sound isolating earphones.It's a 5 core cable with copper shielding, one of the 5 is a copper ground. The whole...
View ArticleReceiver: Pioneer VSX1131 vs. Denon AVR-X2300W
I have always been a Pioneer fan... I'm on my third Pioneer home theatre receiver - a LX70 - and have always found good value in Pioneer products.I have just purchased a new TV and to make the most of...
View ArticleDifference in prices between the US and New Zealand
It's really painful how much more we pay for consumer devices in New Zealand, when compared to the same item in the US.I'll use US dollars amounts in this post to highlight the difference. Both are...
View ArticleAM aerial - I need a simple plan to build one (for NZ conditions)
Guys, I'm in Northern Southland. 50k north of Invercargill.I have a shed at back of my section.It has tin (galv iron) cladding.In the shed I have an elderly amplifier (Vector Research VRX-2700) on...
View ArticleCheap converter cable to use HDMI on old Monitor?
I have an old computer Monitor that only has DVI and VGA input, can I use one of these cheap HDMI to DVI cables to connect a chromecast and sat box with HDMI...
View ArticleExternal Hard Drive to tv media player or just laptop
hi there...using movies ive downloaded...not all files play on the tv..sometimes use laptop to watch...sometimes no sound just pictures so use laptop...wanting something easier than this...is there...
View ArticleSamsung UA55KS8000S tuner detects Sky Digital ?
Hi Guys,I noticed this not long after I bought the TV but thought I would ask whats going on, also thought about posting on the Sky Forum and may do but it looks to be a TV feature.Connected to UHFOkay...
View ArticleSony KD55X7000D Hmm NOW - KD55X9300D
Does anyone have this TV model and could comment on it please?Its difficult to find reviews for TVs (IM) as the model names all change around the world. Thinking of picking one up....
View ArticleGoogle Chromecast on WIN 10 Home
Hello. Ive got a new ASPIRE - Pc (win 10). & trying to set up Google Chromecast. Ive got Chromecast working from my mobile phone - but when i set up on my PC 9also on my old win8 pc) - It cannot...
View ArticleNeed new home theater projector
Hi all, so my Epson TW5200 died and I need to look for another projector. I am thinking of ordering the Sony VPL-HW40ES, from the US. Any reason why it would not be a good idea? I think the warranty is...
View Article4x4 HDBaseT Matrix Switch recommendations
Hi,There's been a few mentions of HDBaseT matrix switches in previous threads but I haven't found anything with specific recommendations based on first hand experience. I have seen some mention of...
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