Recommend me a cable capable of HDMI 2 ++
Have a new TCL 4K TV that doesn't want to play ball with my Sony 4K Receiver (keeps connecting at 1080p). Tried all the cables I have (all rated HDMI 1.x)Is there a cheap cable that people can...
View ArticleBest NZ smart speaker for audio in 2018?
My wife wants to be able to stream Spotify to a nice speaker for home listening. Was going to buy a bluetooth speaker, but then realised some smart speakers are about the same price so might as well...
View ArticleRecommendations for Atmos in-ceiling speakers
Hi all I'm in the process of buying a house and want to replace my current up-firing Atmos speakers with some in-ceiling ones. Has anyone gone this route and if so, I'd love to hear some...
View ArticleGet amp fixed or replace it?
We've got a Marantz 5.1 home theatre amp and it has been playing up recently - I posted a thread here a few weeks ago about the loud crackling / popping noise it was making and have since disconnected...
View ArticlePB preorder Philips 65PUT6162/79 VS Samsung UA65MU6100SXNZ
Hi,I'm currently looking for TV for bedroom, 95% for Netflix before bed, my budget is $2000 max Local HN shop offer Samsung UA65MU6100SXNZ for $1797 and PB emailed me for preorder Philips 65PUT6162/79...
View ArticleFaulty Headphones? Steel Series Siberia 800
So, after a lot of research in 2016, I purchased from a local retailer, a Steel Series Siberia 800 Wireless Headset. Reviews were universally positive at the time, and it was compatible with the 3...
View ArticleWhich media streaming device is best in NZ
I'm looking to get a media streaming device to plug into my tv via hdmi. Mainly for Netflix, but I'd like the option to do local on demand channels too. From what I've read, I'd love to give one of the...
View ArticleSony Atmos Soundbar Availability - HT-Z9F
Hello, does anyone work for Sony AU\NZ and could share some information on the following soundbar, being made available in NZ?https://www.sony.co.nz/electronics/sound-bars/ht-z9f thank you
View ArticleNew Chorus TV service project
This is very cool and could well be the future of TV in NZhttps://www.stuff.co.nz/technology/104540152/prepare-to-adjust-your-television
View ArticleHow Well Do Late-Model 4K TVs Upscale Signals
We are planning to buy a 2018 model OLED TV within the next month or two - LG or Sony.I'm interested to know how well these tellies upscale ordinary broadcast signals from the FTA channels and Sky -...
View ArticleSpeaker repair glue suggestions
Hi everyone. I have a pair of Wharfedale Modus 7 floor standing speakers from the late 90s.The glue between the surrounds and metal basket on the speaker drivers has dried in spots. The surrounds are...
View ArticleSmall bluetooth amp with remote?
I am looking for a small bluetooth enabled amp (50wx2 is fine) to power a couple of speakers (roof mounted) in a new build we have just completed. We have run the wires to a central point and want...
View ArticleVero 4K: Have you been able to get this device into a W7 network? Damned if I...
As the title says. I've been trying to connect a Vero 4k box to my W7 network for three months.No help from OSMC.Have you been successful? I'd sure like to know how you did it.BTW: My networked PCs and...
View ArticleDolby Atmos 5.2.1 experiences - height speaker configurations
Just picked up a new AVRhttps://usa.denon.com/us/product/hometheater/receivers/avrs730hwith the intention of 3D audio and one day if I can afford it, 4K projection (I already have a UHD player).For...
View ArticleWorkarounds for non-4K AV receiver with 4K TV
Here's the situation:I'm looking to buy a 4K TV, but my current AV receiver isn't fully 4K/HDR compliant and I can't afford a new receiver as well.I have two 4K playback devices (PS4 and...
View ArticleOLED - are break in slides recommended like with plasma?
Hi all,I'm new to the world of OLED, and was wondering if break-in slides are recommended for the first 100-200 hours like they were with Plasma?Thanks
View ArticleOld Panasonic DVR region unlock code
Is it okay to ask for DVR region unlock codes here? If so, does anyone know the code for an old Panasonic DVR, model EH 67 I think. I gave ours to someone who wants to watch an international DVD...
View ArticleUSB Hard drive dock with network capability - would it work for me?
I've been trying to find out if there's such a thing as a USB hard drive dock with network capability.Reason I want it: I have a Kodi box connected to my TV. The Kodi has a USB port that I can feed...
View ArticleNAS Toshiba Canvio Home 2TB
I think I'm wasting my time with this thing, reviews seem to point towards the rubbish bin, but it was free so why not give it a crack.Basically all I want to do is run a Plex media server off this...
View ArticleThoughts on JRiver Media Center?
HiHas anyone here had a play with JRiver Media Center? I've been using PotPlayer for ages after switching from VLC and only recently started playing with JMC. I'm not sure what it is, but everything...
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