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Screen Size AdviceBummer 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.… Home automation
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… Need a Basic Setup - Help RequiredI 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… PHL replied 21 September 2013 ago 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… snuck replied 19 September 2013 ago snuckSep 19, 2013 8:45 pm 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… Caxam replied 27 August 2013 ago CaxamAug 27, 2013 7:10 pm PS3 or 3D Blu ray PlayerI 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 HDMI CABLE DIRECTIONAh 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… adsl modem
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… Lurgen replied 13 August 2013 ago VGA to HDMI AdaptorsVGA 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. keanu replied 13 August 2013 ago keanuAug 13, 2013 4:27 am 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… Steve67 started a topic 12 August 2013 ago Opticom requirementswhen 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… Projector - Epson vs BenqJust 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… Post build cablingDon't forget the pull cord to make pulling cabling easier later. PHL replied 21 July 2013 ago Digital ModulatorsThat all depends on which Modulator you are using, A good modulator should not give any noticable delays. BJ88 replied 3 July 2013 ago 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.… tezzab replied 23 June 2013 ago Technology Setup for our new homeThe 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… 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. 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… optical cable questionDoes 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… Pugs replied 12 May 2013 ago Asha1May 07, 2013 11:45 am Speaker Wiring Runs / Cable ManagementHm Theatre Accessories acquired and now to work out connection configurations to accomodate HDMI connections, speaker wire runs and Ethernet needs.
And the assortment of… 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… Pugs replied 2 May 2013 ago PugsMay 02, 2013 11:18 pm 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… 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… A couple home theatre questionsDefinately 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… Very basic cable run questionLurgen, 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… JMAP replied 9 April 2013 ago JMAPApr 09, 2013 12:49 pm ceiling fan in theatre roomthanks 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… 1rocky replied 7 April 2013 ago Home entertainment setupPretty 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… 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… 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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