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Pugs
Pugs
18 September 2010

Overkill

Overkill

[quote="joeygbh Even if he wouldn't need separate networks, I do advocate the use of multiple data points in each room. It may just be my house, but I'm beginning to see…

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Pugs
Sep 18, 2010 1:49 pm
Pugs
jt72
jt72
18 September 2010

Door video intercom

Door video intercom

Cheers Nate!

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jt72
Sep 18, 2010 9:30 am
Rodda
Rodda
16 September 2010

Audio/video connector standard

Audio/video connector standard

That's not the price of the work, that's how much the components cost…

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Rodda
Sep 16, 2010 2:35 pm
Rodda
Rodda
Rodda
16 September 2010

Recess Wall For Theatre Room - Is this the right setup?

Recess Wall For Theatre Room - Is this the right setup?

It depends on if you want the recess just for the screen or an alcove for everything including the cabinet and front speakers. If you can only go 180mm deep then I don't…

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Rodda
Sep 16, 2010 12:25 pm
Rodda
seals
seals
15 September 2010

Great to deal with

Great to deal with

Hey All, Got onto Selby Acoustics here and purchased Onkyo TX-NR807 and 12 speakers and all my cables.... They are GREAT!!! Would highly recommend them... I didn’t have…

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seals
Sep 15, 2010 4:13 pm
sandil
sandil
14 September 2010

Home theatre help

Home theatre help

Hi Wayne, I am building a house with metricon, which will be handed over in November. I have a Rumpus room which i want to make it as a theater room, dimensions are 5.4…

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sandil
Sep 14, 2010 9:46 pm
Rodda
Rodda
14 September 2010

Help Please

Help Please

So whatever type of cable that ipod dock has on it I just need a double adapter and then a long enough length of the same cable to get from the…

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Rodda
Sep 14, 2010 11:38 am
Rodda
Rodda
Rodda
12 September 2010

Projectors. whats the difference between them all??

Projectors. whats the difference between them all??

I'd say the Epson still has to beat the other two in your short list due to it being a lot cheaper (at least I think it is) - given that it produces and excellent picture…

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Rodda
Sep 12, 2010 11:22 am
Rodda
davesydney84
davesydney84
10 September 2010

Smart Wiring / Structured Cabling

Smart Wiring / Structured Cabling

Hi, We are building 2 storey, once they have put the cables in how can we add to it in the future? If we decide we want another Data port in a…

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davesydney84
Sep 10, 2010 5:40 pm
Tom's Playroom
Tom's Playroom
10 September 2010

Please help me with my theater room questions

Please help me with my theater room questions

Hi Sandil, How did you get on? Cheers Greg

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Tom's Playroom
Sep 10, 2010 12:47 pm
cheltenham3192
cheltenham3192
7 September 2010

Clipsal Epic

Clipsal Epic

This is off-topic, however I've checked out the Crompton LED downlight in a darkened room, and now have one to 'try' in our rental house. I'm also going to see someone…

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cheltenham3192
Sep 07, 2010 1:31 pm
KGJB
KGJB
6 September 2010

Where to buy Paradigm speakers in Melbourne

Where to buy Paradigm speakers in Melbourne

Just like to thank Rodda for my new speakers and his great service.

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KGJB
Sep 06, 2010 10:15 pm
Rodda
Rodda
6 September 2010

HT Room Speaker/Screen Questions.

HT Room Speaker/Screen Questions.

Personally I'm not a fan of Cinema Scope screens, not yet anyway... As far as the size goes, I think 130" might be pushing it a little - I certainly wouldn't go any…

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Rodda
Sep 06, 2010 11:43 am
Rodda
Rodda
Rodda
1 September 2010

False wall??

False wall??

Almost all In-wall speakers sold in Australia will fit in a normal stud/plaster wall (stud depth, therefore depth of internal wall cavity = 90mm). Usually where there are…

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Rodda
Sep 01, 2010 1:33 pm
Rodda
Pugs
Pugs
31 August 2010

Data Cablers

Data Cablers

hey DB welcome to H1... kick back n relax...

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Pugs
Aug 31, 2010 6:37 pm
Pugs
Sierra
Sierra
30 August 2010

Easy question

Easy question

Sounds dumb, but sticky tape pieces of paper or cardboard together the same size as the TV, draw the screen on it roughly. Makes it really easy to move around and get…

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Sierra
Aug 30, 2010 9:54 pm
Sierra
Rodda
Rodda
29 August 2010

Multi Room Audio with iPad

Multi Room Audio with iPad

You need to look into using the Wi-Fi feature of the iPad and using something like IR Blaster on a PC to control required IR devices. Obviously the iPad would easily be…

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Rodda
Aug 29, 2010 10:22 am
Rodda
Rodda
Rodda
29 August 2010

Home Theatre Serup - PLease Help Rod

Home Theatre Serup - PLease Help Rod

Room size is OK - small to moderate size HT. For me the only wall where I'd put the screen is where the window is (so it would have to be a roll-down screen). Then you…

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Rodda
Aug 29, 2010 10:19 am
Rodda
Ben01
Ben01
25 August 2010

Anyone ceiling mounted a TV?

Anyone ceiling mounted a TV?

I'm wanting to have one of my TV's installed in our bedroom - preferably directly in front of our bed. The problem is the wall in front is single brick and has the ensuite…

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Ben01
Aug 25, 2010 1:02 am
Rodda
Rodda
24 August 2010

What type of AMP?

What type of AMP?

That is certainly going to have enough power for driving all of your zones at the same time, but in the same breath if you only run one zone at a time you could…

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Rodda
Aug 24, 2010 3:39 pm
Rodda
Rodda
Rodda
21 August 2010

Ceiling Speaker Advice

Ceiling Speaker Advice

Budget is $400 - 600 for speakers and wire - excluding stereo, hifi and lounge wall, centre and surrond speakers. This would hopefully do 3 Rooms…

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Rodda
Aug 21, 2010 9:10 am
Rodda
Bam
Bam
19 August 2010

Whats that website...

Whats that website...

Thank you!! The top one was the one I had orginally seen :D Ill have a fiddle around with them after I finsh my chores (yah :| )

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Bam
Aug 19, 2010 1:08 pm
Bam
Nathan SteelFab
Nathan SteelFab
18 August 2010

testra T-Box..is it any good?

testra T-Box..is it any good?

I think the screen is too small. They have people browsing recipes there and stuff on the adverts, I wear…

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Nathan SteelFab
Aug 18, 2010 12:37 pm
Nathan SteelFab
dave-
dave-
17 August 2010

Reccomend me a switch!

Reccomend me a switch!

as cable internet runs over RG6 quad shield... anyway but as long as it is a single story house there shouldn't be too many hassles for the bigpond…

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dave-
Aug 17, 2010 10:59 am
du73
du73
16 August 2010

Could be time to buy a new receiver

Could be time to buy a new receiver

many thanks all for your thoughts and knowledge, my current AVR does not support HDMI, could be time for new AVR. there are so many I like..

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du73
Aug 16, 2010 9:06 pm
dave-
dave-
16 August 2010

In Wall/On Wall Speakers

In Wall/On Wall Speakers

I've been looking at the Krix items from Selby but like you, the budget kicks in too early! I'll probably get them anyway because I really like the sound put out by Krix…

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dave-
Aug 16, 2010 5:23 pm
Rob&Kat
Rob&Kat
16 August 2010

Sonos Setup help

Sonos Setup help

sidewinder, You do not need 2 zp120's if you are happy to have both zones play the same music. You can add a speaker switch so you can turn on/off the zone/s you wish to…

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Rob&Kat
Aug 16, 2010 1:30 pm
Pugs
Pugs
16 August 2010

Help with prices for wall mounting TV.

Help with prices for wall mounting TV.

probler looking at $50- 60 / hour for at least 2 hours...

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Pugs
Aug 16, 2010 1:11 pm
Pugs
mecha-wombat
mecha-wombat
15 August 2010

retro fitting hard wired HT speakers to Wireless

retro fitting hard wired HT speakers to Wireless

Cheers Rod Now how to con.... I mean convince the Wife that this has to be part of the fit out

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mecha-wombat
Aug 15, 2010 11:52 am
mecha-wombat
karbern
karbern
14 August 2010

Networking advice

Networking advice

This is block diagram I threw together when I was planning the network for our new place. Puts the above in a…

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karbern
Aug 14, 2010 10:52 am
Pugs
Pugs
11 August 2010

Various Cabling Photos to help inspire people...

Various Cabling Photos to help inspire people...

i've only bought smaller items form 4cabling.. as by the time you add shipping and the fact I've had to return some items recently it would have been twice as much as i…

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Pugs
Aug 11, 2010 11:27 am
Pugs
vzbux
vzbux
10 August 2010

Alfresco Speakers

Alfresco Speakers
1, 2, 3

Yes the AMP powers the speakers, I am thinking maybe an old Macbook connected to the amp, then use the Iphone as the remote. However I have to convince the Mrs to let me…

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vzbux
Aug 10, 2010 2:22 pm
chmaiden
chmaiden
9 August 2010

beyonwiz dp-p2 anbd abc

beyonwiz dp-p2 anbd abc

yes - great little unit the signal is coming straight from the amplified splitter in teh roof. I get abc on all the other tvs in teh house so should be the same signal!!!

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chmaiden
Aug 09, 2010 10:08 pm
rubber_noggin
rubber_noggin
9 August 2010

Digital only arial

Digital only arial

Sorry, but this is bull dust. Digital TV broadcasts on the same range of frequencies as analogue TV. :)) :)) :)) :)) :)) :))

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rubber_noggin
Aug 09, 2010 4:17 pm
rubber_noggin
rock
rock
5 August 2010

Installing Conduit - Advice Needed ASAP

Installing Conduit - Advice Needed ASAP

pity didnt read sooner im only across street could of helped! rodda mernda is one up from south moron ;)

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rock
Aug 05, 2010 10:16 pm
zeitgeber
zeitgeber
4 August 2010

Delta8 Coming Soon To Aus

Delta8 Coming Soon To Aus

Delta 8 has been renamed LexCom Performance as of 1 May 2010 according to schneider, thought I still couldn't find it in…

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zeitgeber
Aug 04, 2010 8:06 pm
zeitgeber
AJW
AJW
4 August 2010

How much for extra data points?

How much for extra data points?

You are right to the point that NO builder in their right mind will let the owner on site to run their own cable (never mind the fact that you…

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AJW
Aug 04, 2010 7:49 am
Jezza
Jezza
30 July 2010

Control4 Home Automation

Control4 Home Automation

what do you want to know? what interests you with control4?

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Jezza
Jul 30, 2010 11:01 am
Mozzie
Mozzie
29 July 2010

Foxtel versus Apple TV

Foxtel versus Apple TV

I'd check out the internet first to make sure all the shows you will miss are actually available to download. If they are shows that foxtel produces like next top model…

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Mozzie
Jul 29, 2010 2:32 pm
Mozzie
zx9
zx9
28 July 2010

Projector rainbow issues

Projector rainbow issues

my 2 cents. From my experiences 10/10 can see rainbow if they try hard enough but some ppl really have to try to see it, some don't notice it unless they are looking for…

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zx9
Jul 28, 2010 5:20 pm
Rodda
Rodda
22 July 2010

Fixed Projection screen or Motorised one?

Fixed Projection screen or Motorised one?

there's lots of info in here on this subject. How about a search?

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Rodda
Jul 22, 2010 5:04 pm
Rodda
Eskay40
Eskay40
22 July 2010

Heard of HAI for Home Automation?

Heard of HAI for Home Automation?

Many Thanks Jezza. I'm sure I'll have more to ask as that part of the project gets closer. :wink:

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Eskay40
Jul 22, 2010 10:52 am
Eskay40
mikkyG
mikkyG
20 July 2010

MikkyG's theater room

MikkyG's theater room

Dikan, I'll need to ask Jackie for the details, but the material was purchased from Spotlight and is a full block out material. They are attached using standard curtain…

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mikkyG
Jul 20, 2010 1:33 pm
Rodda
Rodda
20 July 2010

Wiring speakers to two audio sources

Wiring speakers to two audio sources

You can get speaker switch boxes that also allow you to switch between two sources (amplifiers). I think Selby Acoustics has at least one that does this (if not then Radio Parts).

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Rodda
Jul 20, 2010 12:31 pm
Rodda
ssvetec
ssvetec
15 July 2010

Composite cable run

Composite cable run

OK, but how does that apply to my situation? As good as the NBN would be...I'm not expecting it to be at my door step any time within the next 2 years at least...

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ssvetec
Jul 15, 2010 12:18 pm
rockabilly_kid
rockabilly_kid
15 July 2010

Fox/Antenna Install

Fox/Antenna Install

Foxtel runs can be used for free to air TV. You'd just have to have it connected to your antenna when you no longer have foxtel. The wall plug is an f-type for foxtel,…

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rockabilly_kid
Jul 15, 2010 10:31 am
rockabilly_kid
Rodda
Rodda
10 July 2010

Audio cabling recommendation for open living room

Audio cabling recommendation for open living room

Selby Acoustics actually have some reasonable options: http://www.selbyacoustics.com.au/StoreF ... 20&c=84148 I actually used a pair of the 1200mm ones a while ago for…

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Rodda
Jul 10, 2010 8:15 pm
Rodda
dave-
dave-
10 July 2010

AV Receiver or Processor shorter than 165mm high?

AV Receiver or Processor shorter than 165mm high?

Gonna try and check out a Cambridge Azur 650R which is 150mm and has built in cooling fan. Never demo'd one before. I think Audiotrends sell them as well as the Paradigm…

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dave-
Jul 10, 2010 1:13 pm
AJW
AJW
9 July 2010

Controlling HVAC using iPhone

Controlling HVAC using iPhone

I was wondering if anyone has had success controlling there HVAC using an iPhone Automation system? My builder is installing a Brivis HX23IN…

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AJW
Jul 09, 2010 6:05 pm
du73
du73
7 July 2010

HT speakers in $4k budget

HT speakers in $4k budget

there was a new Marantz SR-5004 recently ended on ebay for just under $1000

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du73
Jul 07, 2010 1:21 pm

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