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TempestSkye
TempestSkye
16 October 2013

WeMo light switch

WeMo light switch

What I'd give for that!

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TempestSkye
Oct 16, 2013 8:57 am
RenovationsGalore
RenovationsGalore
11 October 2013

Screen Size Advice

Screen Size Advice

Bummer about the TV but good that you are trying different sizes. As I said, my screen is 145 inch dia but that is a scope screen. That size would be enormous on a 16:9.…

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RenovationsGalore
Oct 11, 2013 11:47 am
RenovationsGalore
maverick343
maverick343
9 October 2013

TCC - A complete 7.1 Home theatre for $1990!

TCC - A complete 7.1 Home theatre for $1990!

Thanks. I need to read a little bit more on this :)

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maverick343
Oct 09, 2013 10:17 pm
notremaison
notremaison
1 October 2013

Advice needed - small home theatre room in new build

Advice needed - small home theatre room in new build

Quite sure our theatre room is around 4m x 4m and 110" wall mount screen is perfect. Need to just check if the throw of the projector will suit shorter distances and still…

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notremaison
Oct 01, 2013 9:08 pm
cameronandmiranda
cameronandmiranda
25 September 2013

Home automation

Home automation
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Hi Guys - I looked at the Control4 automation and have now got the quotes. Just under $7k to fully wire a 40 sq double storey house with cat6…

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cameronandmiranda
Sep 25, 2013 1:08 am
cameronandmiranda
PHL
PHL
21 September 2013

Need a Basic Setup - Help Required

Need a Basic Setup - Help Required

I guess I never looked into AirPlay, as I have a Sonos setup, which happens to have a similar setup to AirPlay (it can stream from your device to the Sonos). Tried it…

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PHL
Sep 21, 2013 11:17 pm
snuck
snuck
19 September 2013

TV - To mount or not to mount?

TV - To mount or not to mount?

Double brick doesn't mean that your wall cavity where you put the tv is will be hollow - it might be a single brick internal wall. We're doing similar - I'm mounting…

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snuck
Sep 19, 2013 8:45 pm
snuck
jamesshon
jamesshon
30 August 2013

How big is too big?!

How big is too big?!

Yes, it is too big size because 125" is perfect size of that room.

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jamesshon
Aug 30, 2013 5:10 pm
Caxam
Caxam
27 August 2013

In Ceiling Speakers - Recommendations ?

In Ceiling Speakers - Recommendations ?

unfortunately I'm in Far North Queensland, so a demo is out of the question.. However I will get in touch with the boys and see what they suggest based on the information…

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Caxam
Aug 27, 2013 7:10 pm
Caxam
robdridan
robdridan
26 August 2013

PS3 or 3D Blu ray Player

PS3 or 3D Blu ray Player

I use ps3 in both living areas- you can also record tv using the Play TV add on, its great on my 100 inch projector playing bluray and other video formats as well as recorded tv

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robdridan
Aug 26, 2013 11:51 pm
notremaison
notremaison
14 August 2013

3D Plasma / LED / LCD / Projector - Is it for you

3D Plasma / LED / LCD / Projector - Is it for you

This was July 29th http://www.theaustralian.com.au/news/br ... 6687631987 Foxtel ditches 3D due to lack of interest From: AAP July 29, 2013 4:10PM Increase Text…

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notremaison
Aug 14, 2013 12:33 pm
Bluesuede
Bluesuede
13 August 2013

HDMI CABLE DIRECTION

HDMI CABLE DIRECTION

Ah you are not lucky. Is it possible to cut one end off, pull the cable out from the wall, change the direction., put it back and then attch the…

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Bluesuede
Aug 13, 2013 1:31 pm
Bluesuede
Lurgen
Lurgen
13 August 2013

adsl modem

adsl modem

Did you just wake up this morning bored, so found half a dozen posts to be annoying on? …

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Lurgen
Aug 13, 2013 1:11 pm
Lurgen
delatite13
delatite13
13 August 2013

Need a HDMI Cable? ... read this first!

Need a HDMI Cable? ... read this first!

Not quite as old, but still an old post. Again why bother???

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delatite13
Aug 13, 2013 11:29 am
delatite13
keanu
keanu
13 August 2013

VGA to HDMI Adaptors

VGA to HDMI Adaptors

VGA is used for transmitting video signal only . Hdmi can transmit both audio and video signal. You may find a adapter on eBay but still need to handle audio signal transfer.

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keanu
Aug 13, 2013 4:27 am
keanu
Steve67
Steve67
12 August 2013

Samsung Tablet to ceiling speakers?

Samsung Tablet to ceiling speakers?

Hi all, I am new to this, any help would be great. I have a Samsung Tablet with all my music on it. I would like to have it play music in various rooms of my house. Can…

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Steve67
Aug 12, 2013 12:40 pm
fifteensixty
fifteensixty
4 August 2013

Opticom requirements

Opticom requirements

when we built we got the hills system fitted. didn't really know allot back then either and it was a complete package done by builder. yes i paid to much, you only seem to…

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fifteensixty
Aug 04, 2013 1:05 pm
fifteensixty
paulw11
paulw11
30 July 2013

Post Build Fibre Cable Splitting / FTTH Query

Post Build Fibre Cable Splitting / FTTH Query

Thanks.. explains everything.. One last query.. For Ethernet cabling I will need access to FTTH box for which I will need to ask Places…

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paulw11
Jul 30, 2013 7:25 pm
Metroid
Metroid
30 July 2013

Projector - Epson vs Benq

Projector - Epson vs Benq

Just to update guys I've ordered an Epson TW6100W from The Cable Connection. Matt on the forums has been a great help, really quick to respond to my emails and put my mind…

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Metroid
Jul 30, 2013 1:37 pm
PHL
PHL
21 July 2013

Post build cabling

Post build cabling

Don't forget the pull cord to make pulling cabling easier later.

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PHL
Jul 21, 2013 11:51 pm
mattwalker
mattwalker
20 July 2013

BenQ W7000+ Full HD 1080P 3D Home Theatre Projector - $1788

BenQ W7000+ Full HD 1080P 3D Home Theatre Projector - $1788

Let them know Matt from The Cable Connection suggested it - and that I thought it would be a nice "Good will gesture" ...

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mattwalker
Jul 20, 2013 11:57 pm
mattwalker
maximus
maximus
19 July 2013

how to network two storey house double brick home

how to network two storey house double brick home
1, 2, 3

The HP Microserver box looks interesting. I'm also planning on putting a server in a rack under my stairs. I couple of things I'm getting my builder to do: - seal the…

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maximus
Jul 19, 2013 11:36 pm
maximus
BJ88
BJ88
3 July 2013

Digital Modulators

Digital Modulators

That all depends on which Modulator you are using, A good modulator should not give any noticable delays.

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BJ88
Jul 03, 2013 4:19 pm
BJ88
tezzab
tezzab
23 June 2013

Custom Cables - Where to get them.

Custom Cables - Where to get them.

Hi, If you don't find any options before July 13, here's a custom cable maker. Looks like ( Home Page ) he is away till then. Spotted several recommendations on the web.…

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tezzab
Jun 23, 2013 9:57 pm
tezzab
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Tim_Inspired
Jun 20, 2013 12:26 am
mattwalker
mattwalker
9 June 2013

I am very new to this and need help.

I am very new to this and need help.

The downside to SONOS is how addictive it gets! :)

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mattwalker
Jun 09, 2013 11:15 pm
mattwalker
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mattwalker
Jun 09, 2013 11:13 pm
mattwalker
Tim_Inspired
Tim_Inspired
5 June 2013

Hills Home Hub 600, Any one know it better?

Hills Home Hub 600, Any one know it better?

Definetly upgrade to a Hills 1000 series HUB. Those packages don't offer much bang for your buck. If it is a single story home you can do most of your wiring after…

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Tim_Inspired
Jun 05, 2013 9:05 pm
Tim_Inspired
Tim_Inspired
5 June 2013

Technology Setup for our new home

Technology Setup for our new home

The previous posters are right, Hills Home Hubs are yesterdays technology. 2 Cat6 cables to main living areas. 1 Cat6/5e to every TV point for Smart TV integration or…

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Tim_Inspired
Jun 05, 2013 9:00 pm
travisaus
travisaus
3 June 2013

Entertainment unit suggestions...

Entertainment unit suggestions...

Hey Matt - yeah that style looks ok. Colour is flexible - black or white poly doesn't matter. Let me know what you get in :) Have any luck with that screen? Thanks mate.

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travisaus
Jun 03, 2013 11:09 am
mattwalker
mattwalker
26 May 2013

Projector for family room?

Projector for family room?

Hi Matt, Thanks for your reply, looking washed out is what i was worried about. the projector is a Mitsubishi HC7900, the brochure that I have…

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mattwalker
May 26, 2013 6:35 pm
mattwalker
Pugs
Pugs
12 May 2013

optical cable question

optical cable question

Does anyone know if it is possible to re terminate (replace the end) of an optical cable? I have run one from my pc to amp through the at frame…

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Pugs
May 12, 2013 7:39 pm
Pugs
Asha1
Asha1
7 May 2013

Building new home - small home theatre set up

Building new home - small home theatre set up

For the fronts & centre, some decent wall speakers would be suitable and ceiling speakers for the rear.…

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Asha1
May 07, 2013 11:45 am
Miss Mia
Miss Mia
6 May 2013

Speaker Wiring Runs / Cable Management

Speaker Wiring Runs / Cable Management

Hm Theatre Accessories acquired and now to work out connection configurations to accomodate HDMI connections, speaker wire runs and Ethernet needs. And the assortment of…

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Miss Mia
May 06, 2013 10:47 pm
Pugs
Pugs
2 May 2013

Help required, room design.

Help required, room design.

you can put a WAP in the Pantry but other then that not the best place.. find someone else to do it then.. unless you are stuck with your builders people then just get…

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Pugs
May 02, 2013 11:18 pm
Pugs
mattwalker
mattwalker
2 May 2013

Are all TV wallmount brackets the same?

Are all TV wallmount brackets the same?

Correct Paul. Unlike a car which can perform many functions a brackets does 1 thing (keeps the TV on the wall) As long as it is made from steel and fits the TV correctly…

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mattwalker
May 02, 2013 10:17 pm
mattwalker
mattwalker
mattwalker
1 May 2013

TV Sound bar speaker or satellite speakers

TV Sound bar speaker or satellite speakers

We have a good range of sound bars: http://www.thecableconnection.com.au/So ... 8220412AFC but you may want to also check these out:

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mattwalker
May 02, 2013 12:45 am
mattwalker
mattwalker
mattwalker
1 May 2013

recommended HT consultant/expert in Adelaide

recommended HT consultant/expert in Adelaide

Hi Gristy, If you have a moment please send me your details to installs@thecableconnection.com.au - we are always looking for good installers in SA :)

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mattwalker
May 02, 2013 12:30 am
mattwalker
mattwalker
mattwalker
1 May 2013

What else would I need?

What else would I need?

It will be interesting to see where we head after starserve ... it has been such an interesting system (within the limitations of technology) but the next gen of this is…

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mattwalker
May 02, 2013 12:22 am
mattwalker
mattwalker
mattwalker
1 May 2013

A couple home theatre questions

A couple home theatre questions

Definately darker is better. The reflected light is much less making the picture the focus of the room when the lights are off. If you cant go completely dark try a nice…

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mattwalker
May 02, 2013 12:15 am
mattwalker
cinder
cinder
21 April 2013

HT Wall Insulation (batts AND plasterboard?)

HT Wall Insulation (batts AND plasterboard?)

Thanks Tezzab and also for the IMs, very helpful :D

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cinder
Apr 21, 2013 12:32 pm
cinder
JMAP
JMAP
9 April 2013

Very basic cable run question

Very basic cable run question

Lurgen, JMAP Thanks for explaining pros and cons of both methods. Good and valid points for Kempe. The gear I used is good or premium quality, and…

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JMAP
Apr 09, 2013 12:49 pm
1rocky
1rocky
7 April 2013

ceiling fan in theatre room

ceiling fan in theatre room

thanks for the replies thanks emyn i found a nice timber ceiling fan i am thinking about our ceiling is over 9 feet high thanks nihonjin did not think of a…

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1rocky
Apr 07, 2013 7:40 pm
colebatchd
colebatchd
1 April 2013

Home entertainment setup

Home entertainment setup

Pretty sure that's the same amp we have (Yamaha RX-V671), bought from JB, we bought the package below but upgraded the receiver because I wanted network access. We paid…

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colebatchd
Apr 01, 2013 8:44 pm
nicenurse
nicenurse
14 March 2013

Cordless wall phone?

Cordless wall phone?

Thank you so much, I think the Uniden cord phone plus cordless addition might be the perfect solution. Why didnt I think of that? This forum is so invaluable for gaining…

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nicenurse
Mar 14, 2013 1:51 pm
paulw11
paulw11
9 March 2013

Home Networking Advice - cable/hardware/data points etc

Home Networking Advice - cable/hardware/data points etc

Questions: 1. Does everything - phone, data, foxtel, tv etc got to the understairs router switch etc then get distributed on the Cat5e/6 etc or…

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paulw11
Mar 09, 2013 9:01 am

As I am planning to place comms gear and a small server under the stairs I am thinking that some kind of ventilation would be wise. This might do the…

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maximus
Feb 25, 2013 11:37 pm
maximus

Hi guys, We have a few of these on special from Mitsubishi Australia if anyone is interested: http://www.thecableconnection.com.au/Mi ...…

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mattwalker
Feb 19, 2013 3:18 pm
mattwalker
Pugs
Pugs
15 February 2013

I have a hub system but have no idea how to setup!

I have a hub system but have no idea how to setup!
1, 2

Cat5e is rated for GBE... just not for 10GBE so with at least Cat6 you are "future Proofed" enough for that if the runs are under 35m

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Pugs
Feb 15, 2013 7:51 pm
Pugs

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