Home Theatre & Automation
AU 
Best hardwired UPS?I have a cheapo FineOffset type from eBay. It isn't too bad. The rain gauge didn't last long; I think it is infested with spiders, but the temperature, humidity and wind… paulw11 replied 24 January 2017 ago Crestron or Control4 I am building a house and I'm new to home automation. the place where I'm buying my home theatre is into control4 system and so far I'm excited by the control4 system. It… NthHome started a topic 8 January 2017 ago Cable Internet connection on new buildI would say it's about 5-6m away. I have had electrician back today to do the cabling work and optus are booked again for tomorrow so hoping it goes off without a hitch skamiNov 08, 2016 10:42 pm Installers in Sydney
Hi Paul,
How much does it cost to install projector to ceiling and also screen?
Cheers,
K.
k3nnis replied 5 November 2016 ago DIY Home AutomationCheck "Home Technology Hub" thread.. continuing the conversation there
--CLOSED-- RegVic replied 21 September 2016 ago Media/theatre room set upPlaying your PS4 thorugh a projector will cause you issues as the Response time on projectors arent the best. Does anyone know where I could get something like this made in Australia?
How to set up a cheap house sound system?Our Sonos installations, bar one, are all hidden, as I'm using the equivalent of 1 x Connect, 4 x Connect:Amp and 1 x Play:5 (the only visible one). I've hidden them in… PHL replied 7 August 2016 ago Add another TV socketMost antenna installers should be able to complete that job as it's not overly complex. BJ88 replied 26 June 2016 ago DOLBY ATMOS
I am using the Yamaha MXA 5000 power matched with a CXA5100 to drive all the surrounds and have a McIntosh to drive the wall of sound. I think I will have a channel to… Atmos 4 or 2 speakersSpeak to Savi Systems for an advise. They are very professional. Browse and you will be able to find details.
Question for the NBN/Cabling guru'sThanks OneJohn
It sounds like it might be a little risky to plan on them using the black cable so I will probably lay a new conduit with drawstring on the other side… Daz_ replied 24 May 2016 ago Daz_May 24, 2016 11:22 pm Soundbar vs Bulkhead speakersNot that I'd use bulkhead speakers in my own setup, but I've had to specify some for a job where that was the only option. Good boxed speakers will always win out in… tezzab replied 15 May 2016 ago What to replace our TiVo with?
Thats looks awesome! Although it's a different product to what the Tivo offered.
This would compliment something like the Beyonwiz rather than compete wit has it. Raised Platform size?I am getting custom seats from a company in Singapore that has a sister company in Perth. It's easy for me as I live in Singapore.
The company is cossimo gallery. Very… Home Networking IssuesThe simplest way is to connect your router to the NTD, then all the data points to the router BJ88 replied 3 May 2016 ago BJ88May 04, 2016 12:35 am HAI Automation SystemHi, Approx 2 years ago I had a HAI system installed for my audio, security, lighting and heating. I have had ongoing issues with PIR's not working and need someone with… ynnekc started a topic 29 February 2016 ago Why not add some couches created for Cinema/ Theatre Room? Four pieces are enough and reasonable. A good sound system and wide screen paired with these cinema lounges will… Network Confusion.. Need Help!!
I am coming in late here, but would recommend the Ubiquiti Unifi access points.
I've used their new UAP-AC-Lite, perfect for residential environment and coupled that to… AJW replied 14 February 2016 ago set up for a 5.2m x 4.3m roomI'm in the same boat, 5.5x4.5m.
If money permits I think I'll have a Sony 40es projector with a 110in screen. Hopefully I can get 7.1.4 speaker setup as long as it's not… Sloppy replied 7 February 2016 ago New home theatre blank canvas.Having a better look at the reviews I think the w1350 might be the way to go for us in terms of throw distance. My only concern is weather or no I can see those rainbows… Sloppy replied 5 February 2016 ago Speakers and cabinetsHi all my cinema room is now ready for me to make the cabinets after 8 years of other work and plumbers taking their time.My dilemma is the following
1) do i use a floor… Wireless or Cabled
+1 on cables. The second cable might not appear to be worth it, but consider it as Insurance, as replacing a single run can be very costly.
Wireless can be hit and miss… tezzab replied 13 January 2016 ago Speaker cable type and point locationRound off the bends in your conduit.. it may be 50mm , but a 90degree corner even with a drawstring might not allow you to pull through a new HDMI version 3.5 cable… bpratt replied 12 December 2015 ago Intercom Pre-wiringHi Askanaan,
Can you point me out which one you purchased off Ebay? I am building with pre-wiring for intercom. Just trying to save where I can.
Thanks paulm29 replied 30 November 2015 ago Cost of Home AutomationNot really. Protocols and systems like z-wave (X-10, Zigbee) are complimentary to C-bus and build on c-bus, but it isn't a replacement for c-bus.
Where protocols like… AJW replied 27 November 2015 ago NBN Lead-in P23 conduitWe have also chosen to omit the NBN package as we didn't see the need for the data points at a cost of 3k and plan to do it after handover. So I'll be interested to hear… ak11 replied 31 October 2015 ago ak11Oct 31, 2015 12:43 am Home Theatre Umms and AahsAsk the builder to put in conduit and face plates with draw strings during construction.
You can get this done in the position for speakers, data, etc.
Our builder quoted… BJ88Sep 26, 2015 12:46 am movie pit couchesI have a modular corner sofas, you can get two set. Vic furniture galore. You probably could get that setup for $2800. Tv Entertainment Unit...Most kitchen places can do easy, Google for styles or and go look in shops, , take photo, then custom make to fit perfectly. Joker replied 13 August 2015 ago JokerAug 13, 2015 3:14 pm sko24Aug 11, 2015 12:45 pm BJ88Aug 10, 2015 11:21 pm PEARZAug 07, 2015 2:09 pm Surge ProtectionHas anyone installed Main line Surge Protector. Advise appreciated.
Pre cable wiring for Home Theatre SystemGPO General Power Outlet or power point to plug the projector in. If the projector set up is in the garage then it may be quite easy to do the wiring after. Depends if…
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