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RenovationsGalore
RenovationsGalore
29 September 2011

Home Theatre Decisions

Home Theatre Decisions

In terms of the screen, have you considered buying the screen material and making a DIY frame. The correct material for a 2.35:1 screen up to 150 inch diametre can be…

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RenovationsGalore
Sep 29, 2011 1:00 pm
RenovationsGalore
motef
motef
26 September 2011

Data points in Kitchen

Data points in Kitchen

Cheers Pugs. I am trying to get as wide a feedback…

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motef
Sep 26, 2011 11:25 am
notremaison
notremaison
23 September 2011

Starserve Question

Starserve Question

We just had our sparky pre-wire our new build. Had to get the builder to allow them onsite. They can't finish until you get handover, then pull the wires through and…

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notremaison
Sep 23, 2011 7:39 pm
Sierra
Sierra
21 September 2011

OPTOMA HD66

OPTOMA HD66

I have heard good things also but have never used one.. I have a similar BenQ (720p, 3D) one and its very good. Check out http://digitalcentre.com.au ..... Be aware 3D…

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Sierra
Sep 21, 2011 9:43 pm
Sierra
Rodda
Rodda
20 September 2011

$189 cheap for Pro to mount TV (include bracket)

$189 cheap for Pro to mount TV (include bracket)

Just be aware - not all 'Pros' (professional = gets paid for it...) have the same standards when it comes to doing this type of work. I personally have been asked in to…

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Rodda
Sep 20, 2011 3:28 pm
Rodda
Starz
Starz
20 September 2011

Do I need a new Reciever or switch box... or both?

Do I need a new Reciever or switch box... or both?

Thanks rlay1, Good idea, we can connect 2 receivers and keep 1 in the room for TV and the other to other rooms and just tune in both to the radio so its throughout the…

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Starz
Sep 20, 2011 1:57 pm
Starz
paulw11
paulw11
19 September 2011

Ness alarm question, another question help please.

Ness alarm question, another question help please.

[quote="Pugs" you will need to speak to a cabler.. a NTD isn't inplay with FTTH This isn't helping the OP :) but the Telecommunications Act and S009 still apply to…

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paulw11
Sep 19, 2011 3:00 pm
McLovin
McLovin
16 September 2011

Wall mounting a 42" LED TV, where to get kit from?

Wall mounting a 42" LED TV, where to get kit from?

Hey matt, hoping you're still around. We finally bought a TV. We ended up getting an LG 47". Would the wall mount kit you recommended above work with our TV? In the…

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McLovin
Sep 16, 2011 4:18 pm
motef
motef
16 September 2011

Clipsal - cat6 Cable Titanium and Actassi?

Clipsal - cat6 Cable Titanium and Actassi?

I have just found out that Clipsal stopped manafacturing the Titanium brand Cat6 cable in 2010 and now use the Actassi brand Cat6 Cable which is exactly the same spec.

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motef
Sep 16, 2011 3:43 pm
tracey em
tracey em
15 September 2011

What is this and what do I really need

What is this and what do I really need

Thank you so much Paul for writing such a detailed reply. I really appreciate it.

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tracey em
Sep 15, 2011 5:49 pm
theanonyuser
theanonyuser
11 September 2011

Alarm systems - do they give an insurance discount?

Alarm systems - do they give an insurance discount?

Ok thanks :) I'd thought it would be insignificant.

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theanonyuser
Sep 11, 2011 10:25 pm
noki388
noki388
10 September 2011

ADSL and Alarm

ADSL and Alarm

Thanks Paul

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noki388
Sep 10, 2011 4:33 pm
paulw11
paulw11
9 September 2011

AV receiver works randomly on TV?

AV receiver works randomly on TV?

Hi You could also try the Whirlpool forums if you haven't already http://forums.whirlpool.net.au They have an AV forum and someone over there may have the same receiver…

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paulw11
Sep 09, 2011 6:07 pm
kassan1973
kassan1973
7 September 2011

Foxtel iq-iq2

Foxtel iq-iq2

Thanks , now i have some info will call to discuss install price.

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kassan1973
Sep 07, 2011 8:50 am
rockabilly_kid
rockabilly_kid
6 September 2011

Where do we mount our switches?

Where do we mount our switches?

+1 recommend Paulw11 suggestion, I didn't bother with any pricey systems, i just got it all terminated to a standard 12RU network cabinet in the garage and patched it in…

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rockabilly_kid
Sep 06, 2011 5:28 pm
rockabilly_kid
hannahc
hannahc
1 September 2011

Aerial Installation - When should we do this?

Aerial Installation - When should we do this?

I have used them twice. Once to get an old antenna swapped over and again to get more tv points put in.…

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hannahc
Sep 01, 2011 11:24 pm
hannahc
BuildingACT
BuildingACT
31 August 2011

Multiroom audio and video wiring

Multiroom audio and video wiring

""Again, depending what type of system you use, everything should be able to be controlled from each point and, with the allowance for a coax…

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BuildingACT
Aug 31, 2011 11:09 pm
sceen7
sceen7
31 August 2011

motorized ceiling projector mounts

motorized ceiling projector mounts

Thanks for the tips rodda. The ebay ones offer a showroom for inspection so i will go and check them out before i commit. I am leaning towards building an angled recess…

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sceen7
Aug 31, 2011 8:42 pm
paulw11
paulw11
31 August 2011

Clipsal Star Serve

Clipsal Star Serve

How can C-bus use less 240V wiring when everythign needs to be wired to a central point (or two) and back? That's more 240V…

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paulw11
Aug 31, 2011 4:45 pm
Trewman
Trewman
30 August 2011

eBay projector

eBay projector

My mate bought one of these ebay projectors full 1080 hdmi etc a couple of months ago and he also bought a motorised screen with it etc.. I will say Ive seen better…

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Trewman
Aug 30, 2011 6:58 pm
Rodda
Rodda
29 August 2011

Home Theatre doors

Home Theatre doors

A couple of us here do :) P.S. For anyone trying to get onto…

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Rodda
Aug 29, 2011 4:15 pm
Rodda
cenemelectrical
cenemelectrical
22 August 2011

Pre wiring, smart wiring question???

Pre wiring, smart wiring question???

Hello, this sounds to cheap to me... does this include ALL the modules to go into the hub?? such as modulators sound distribution telephone distribution infa…

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cenemelectrical
Aug 22, 2011 11:05 pm
motef
motef
22 August 2011

NBN ready - is this a rip off?

NBN ready - is this a rip off?
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PDU - Power…

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motef
Aug 22, 2011 6:41 pm
mjt084
mjt084
21 August 2011

Wireless Gate Unlocking Solution

Wireless Gate Unlocking Solution

Hi All, At the front of my house I have a brick and timber fence that I would like to remain locked most of the time. Are there any battery operated wireless intercom…

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mjt084
Aug 21, 2011 6:24 pm
Pugs
Pugs
20 August 2011

Height of recessed GPO/conduit

Height of recessed GPO/conduit

more around the 1200 mark as to be behind the TV.. or onthe top side of the bracket

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Pugs
Aug 20, 2011 11:06 am
Pugs
paulw11
paulw11
19 August 2011

what audio / surround sound to get get?

what audio / surround sound to get get?

Is it possible to run the reciver / amp to lcd tv using only HDMI cables? And in terms of speakers cable ( i need a length of around 14 mtrs…

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paulw11
Aug 19, 2011 8:25 pm
mattwalker
mattwalker
19 August 2011

Epson Projectors - On sale at The Cable Connection

Epson Projectors - On sale at The Cable Connection

Hi guys, I have a couple of deals going on at the moment with Epson if anyone is interested. The Epson TW3200 is available for $1649 with free…

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mattwalker
Aug 19, 2011 4:24 pm
mattwalker
mattwalker
mattwalker
17 August 2011

Wall mounted TV height

Wall mounted TV height

Hi motef, This one is designated by the manufacturer. Most will recommend a minimum distance of 100mm around all edges but there are ways around this! ;) Cheers, Matt

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mattwalker
Aug 17, 2011 9:09 pm
mattwalker
cenemelectrical
cenemelectrical
17 August 2011

One set of speakers, two sources?

One set of speakers, two sources?

Hi, you can get simple speaker selector boxes from jaycar that will handle this or alltronics hope this helped chris

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cenemelectrical
Aug 17, 2011 8:44 pm
jusblaz
jusblaz
14 August 2011

Found a great antenna and home theatre installer

Found a great antenna and home theatre installer

Thanks for the post. Exactly what I was looking for. Word of mouth referral is one of the best ways to go.

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jusblaz
Aug 14, 2011 7:46 pm
dsiroky
dsiroky
10 August 2011

Recommend an electrician

Recommend an electrician

L&l electrical division is doing my house and I am very happy with them. It helps to be married to the owners best friends sister though...

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dsiroky
Aug 10, 2011 10:59 pm
paulw11
paulw11
8 August 2011

Running power cables through walls ???

Running power cables through walls ???

Hi, I also doubt that there will be a problem with routing a power cable through the wall behind the TV - The intention of the separation rules is to prevent physical…

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paulw11
Aug 08, 2011 11:10 pm
mattwalker
mattwalker
4 August 2011

need advice on running speaker cable wall - celling - wall

need advice on running speaker cable wall - celling - wall

hi tamamontu, For that distance a 16AWG cable would be more than sufficient. There is some really well priced by the metre 16 AWG available but it is best to look at 25…

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mattwalker
Aug 04, 2011 6:49 pm
mattwalker
rajan_g4
rajan_g4
3 August 2011

Data Termination in Laundry..Is this a wise idea??

Data Termination in Laundry..Is this a wise idea??

Yup, thanks portas1971. Am getting my gear from 4cabling. I have already seen a few things I am def. buying. :-)

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rajan_g4
Aug 03, 2011 10:23 pm
rajan_g4
theanonyuser
theanonyuser
1 August 2011

The Cable Connection - HDMI hits the airwaves...

The Cable Connection - HDMI hits the airwaves...

I've never understood the argument with digital signals. I can understand why its subjective with an analog signal but the connection would have to be very low quality to…

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theanonyuser
Aug 01, 2011 9:58 pm
sibop
sibop
29 July 2011

Opinion wanted on splitting Foxtel signal to other rooms

Opinion wanted on splitting Foxtel signal to other rooms

Matt, do you think i will have trouble trying to split the IQ2 signal over about 22 meters? I want to use HDMI to cat5 or 6 converters and HDMI wall…

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sibop
Jul 29, 2011 6:39 pm
stinomus
stinomus
28 July 2011

Advice for 3D TV

Advice for 3D TV

I dont believe you need to upgrade your amp either, but AFAIK a single optical out cannot carry a HD audio signal (5.1 / 7.1 etc). You will need…

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stinomus
Jul 28, 2011 5:43 pm
mattwalker
mattwalker
28 July 2011

Networking the House

Networking the House

Another good call paul11 (and one that is often forgotten!)

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mattwalker
Jul 28, 2011 4:01 pm
mattwalker
paulw11
paulw11
28 July 2011

Cat5/Cat 6 cabling

Cat5/Cat 6 cabling
1, 2

That seems to be the stock standard contract. i.e. it's the builder's "site" until handover. Low volume or niche builders are much much more…

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paulw11
Jul 28, 2011 1:44 pm
cmooring
cmooring
27 July 2011

Media Centre or Blu Ray for playing movies from HDD

Media Centre or Blu Ray for playing movies from HDD

Thanks Matt. I still have a lot to learn about this new fancy technology. We got a 42inch LG plasma a couple of years ago. I am very happy with it. Although it does have a…

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cmooring
Jul 28, 2011 12:52 am
cmooring
mattwalker
mattwalker
25 July 2011

is there a 1080P 3D projector in Australia?

is there a 1080P 3D projector in Australia?

Are they better - yes because they are larger!! ;) ...but each has their benefits. A Plasma can be used all the time and never needs the lamp replaced, can be used in…

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mattwalker
Jul 25, 2011 10:38 pm
mattwalker
theanonyuser
theanonyuser
25 July 2011

Quick opinion on acoustic batts

Quick opinion on acoustic batts

Thanks for the advice. I've decided to do batts + plasterboard for the master / family room. And just batts in the study/bedroom 3. At some point I may need to rent a…

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theanonyuser
Jul 25, 2011 7:18 pm
Pugs
Pugs
24 July 2011

What types of cables are these?

What types of cables are these?

how so?? just the fact that 1GB is a duplex speed ie both directions... sure if you are streaming you hardly get…

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Pugs
Jul 24, 2011 2:00 pm
Pugs
abraham
abraham
24 July 2011

Audio Video Rack

Audio Video Rack

Hi Matt, Thank you for the information, they look good but can't find any which are enclosed and has a glass front door

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abraham
Jul 24, 2011 11:11 am
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mrs_smith
Jul 23, 2011 8:53 pm
mrs_smith
mattwalker
mattwalker
23 July 2011

in ceiling speaker what do you think

in ceiling speaker what do you think

Sounds like a case of the "white van man" to me ... Be a little wary.

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mattwalker
Jul 23, 2011 6:26 pm
mattwalker
mattwalker
mattwalker
23 July 2011

Denon Receiver - Optical to Zone 2 multi room audio - help.

Denon Receiver - Optical to Zone 2 multi room audio - help.

Denon offer the same - I had to find out about the AVR3310 for a customer last week - what did we do before the internet?

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mattwalker
Jul 23, 2011 6:02 pm
mattwalker
mattwalker
mattwalker
23 July 2011

Clipsal Drilling Templates

Clipsal Drilling Templates

Thats a handy little link ... ***Bookmarks it!

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mattwalker
Jul 23, 2011 5:53 pm
mattwalker
mattwalker
mattwalker
23 July 2011

How to install bookshelf speakers on a brick wall???

How to install bookshelf speakers on a brick wall???

Have a look here for a few ideas: http://thecableconnectionco.blogspot.co ... ll-or.html I have done this many times ... inside the brick whilst not impossible is…

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mattwalker
Jul 23, 2011 5:52 pm
mattwalker
mattwalker
mattwalker
23 July 2011

Data Cabling and You

Data Cabling and You
1 ... 5, 6, 7

It does cost a few dollars but in comparison to doing it later or the potential cost of lost / stolen data on a wireless network it is priceless.

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mattwalker
Jul 23, 2011 5:46 pm
mattwalker

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