Recent content by Russ_64

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    Sounbar

    I use a Soundbar for "normal" TV viewing eventhough I have a 5.1 Blue-ray system for movies. I would recommend something like this - provided you have an Optical Audio output on your TV...
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    Synology 112J vs 212J

    I totally agree with Synology all the way. My DS209j is still going strong and is a great iTunes and Media Server.
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    Best connection set-up !

    Connect your Blue-ray to the AV with HDMI - I assume that you have already connected your AV to TV with HDMI ? According to Marantz website FAQ: How to output HD audio with your Blu-Ray player Why is my Blu-ray player not outputting high-resolution audio (like DTS-HD Master) bitstream...
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    New tv advice

    I have just purchased a DT65 and I love it, I am not an expert user but I think this TV is much better than my previous 7 year old plasma (Hitachi). The 50 inch model is exclusive to Curries / PCW and you don't get the 5 year warranty. Like you I was upgrading from a 42" and wanted a 50" but in...
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    New member with a problem

    Thanks for the reply. I was reading and found that side is preferred to behind but I guess that is minimal for occasional movies requiring real surround effects.
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    New member with a problem

    Hello everyone, I just joined as I found this site very useful when shopping for a new TV and Blueray Home Cinema system. Due to budget constraints I went with the system in my Sig below. The home cinema all-in-one is 5.1 and I have a question on rear (surround) speaker placement. My flat's...