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HTPC & NAS All In One Build Help!

I've been running my current HTPC build for the past 3 or so years using a Ceton infinitv 4 internal tuner. I also have a Netgear ReadyNas NV+ which I have been storing movies I've recorded and all copies of some of my blurays. My netgear is pretty slow on writes and I've been having issues with...
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- Apr 15, 2014
- Replies: 4
- Forum: Home Theater PCs
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Help with Onkyo RC-180 Hdmi Video

I noticed it doesn't say 1080p is that a problem? Also what about 3d? Thanks for your help here.
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- Post #17
- Nov 26, 2013
- Forum: Audio Components
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Help with Onkyo RC-180 Hdmi Video

A 30ft line could do it. Does that make a big difference? Are you leaning to a cable issue? It is weird though that the computer to tv works fine and this doesn't. It use to work fine and one day it just stopped working.
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- Post #15
- Nov 26, 2013
- Forum: Audio Components
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Help with Onkyo RC-180 Hdmi Video

I guess I don't know how to check that? Most of my cables I have sitting around except the 50' one were ones you get with like a tv mount and guessing not what we are looking for.
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- Post #13
- Nov 26, 2013
- Forum: Audio Components
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Help with Onkyo RC-180 Hdmi Video

I think it was just a cable I bought on cables for less or monoprice. I tried hooking up a small led tv and got dame result. Ill try a different cable with the other tv and see what I get.
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- Post #11
- Nov 25, 2013
- Forum: Audio Components
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Help with Onkyo RC-180 Hdmi Video

Its a 50ft cable. I don't understand how the cable is the issue when it works fine when I bypass the receiver.
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- Post #9
- Nov 24, 2013
- Forum: Audio Components
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Help with Onkyo RC-180 Hdmi Video

No go there. What is interesting is the speaker system is getting audio and when I pull out the HDMI from the TV the sound stops and I hear the receiver click. It acts like it can see the TV, but the TV isn't able to get the signal. I tried three different HDMI ports and no go.
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- Post #6
- Nov 23, 2013
- Forum: Audio Components
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Help with Onkyo RC-180 Hdmi Video

I turned everything off, connected the the computer hdmi out to the receiver and the receiver out to the tv. I turned the TV on and then the receiver, however I get no signal still. I tried the on-screen setup button but that doesn't work either. The receiver doesn't seem to want to talk to...
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- Post #4
- Nov 23, 2013
- Forum: Audio Components
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Help with Onkyo RC-180 Hdmi Video

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- Post #2
- Nov 21, 2013
- Forum: Audio Components
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Help with Onkyo RC-180 Hdmi Video

I'm having issues with getting video output to my Panasonic plasma from my receiver. A few months ago without any setup changes it stopped sending video out to my plasma. Sound would work just fine, but that has nothing to do with the HDMI video output on it. I currently have my HTPC via HDMI...
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- Nov 17, 2013
- Replies: 17
- Forum: Audio Components
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3D Hardware/Software Check

I upgraded to a 6670 card and my problem was solved without any changes. Also cyberlink's software no longer crashes either with the change.
- Stokes
- Post #12
- Dec 29, 2012
- Forum: Home Theater PCs
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3D Hardware/Software Check

Well I'm not really sure what output i'm suppose to set that software too. I tried setting it to iz3d monitor or the 120 hz 3d tv setting, but no change in what total media theatre plays. am I missing a setting? I don't quite fully understand this software, but it looks like it just converts...
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- Post #11
- Dec 27, 2012
- Forum: Home Theater PCs
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3D Hardware/Software Check

I wasn't familiar with them. Are you talking about this: http://www.iz3d.com/driver I clicked on the AMD HD3D product.
- Stokes
- Post #7
- Dec 27, 2012
- Forum: Home Theater PCs
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3D Hardware/Software Check

Both software are suppose to be fine. PowerDvD crashes on start up for me. The 3D test they provide also crashes. The standard Blu-Ray test goes just fine, so far their support has been horrendous.
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- Post #5
- Dec 27, 2012
- Forum: Home Theater PCs
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3D Hardware/Software Check

I don't really have a preference between the two makes. This looks like a decent card: http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produc...82E16814102958 Is there a better choice? I need to check, but I think I need a low profile card because I don't have two slots spaces for a bigger card in the HTPC.
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- Post #3
- Dec 27, 2012
- Forum: Home Theater PCs
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Steam files locally + Over internet. Streaming software or NAS or?

I believe RemotePotato can also work for you. I use it because I wanted to watch my recordings anywhere, including on my iPad. That part works great, and I'm fairly certain there is a option to do this for music. Plus the server software is free and I think I just paid $6.99 for the app...
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- Post #4
- Dec 26, 2012
- Forum: Home Theater PCs
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3D Hardware/Software Check

Hi All, I'm having issues playing a 3D Blu-ray on my HTPC. Here are my specs: Intel i5 2.67Ghz 4GB Ram ATI HD 5670 512MB (HDMI) Intel SSD for OS 7200 RPM 1.5 TB HD for internal storage Lite-On 4x Blu-ray Drive Panasonic P65VT50 3D Plasma Total Media Theatre 5 According to...
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- Dec 26, 2012
- Replies: 11
- Forum: Home Theater PCs
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Troubleshoot Epson 8500UB Overscan

Any idea of what I should be looking for? Should I go through ATI's software or somehow through what windows offers me.
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- Post #3
- Oct 6, 2010
- Forum: Audio Components
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Troubleshoot Epson 8500UB Overscan

Not sure if I should call it that or not, but here is what it's doing. When I go to pattern mode, and align that on my 100' screen, it is perfectly centered (after moving it). But when the HDMI from the computer starts up, the picture is smaller by about 2" in every direction. If i take that...
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- Oct 6, 2010
- Replies: 3
- Forum: Audio Components
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HTPC Setup and Home DVR Setup

Since I'm parting out the sound system. I'm guessing I have to get the audio cables myself. Anyone have any recommendations? The rear speakers are probably going to be positioned 12-15' back from the receiver, of course I'm going to try to hide wires so need some extra length. EDIT: Found the...
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- Post #28
- Sep 27, 2010
- Forum: Audio Components
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HTPC Setup and Home DVR Setup

Thanks for the advice. I may actually move it to a differen't side of the room where I will be able to get that full distance for the projector. I just emailed Ceton to ask about experience in my area, so I'll see if they have any information for me.
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- Post #27
- Sep 26, 2010
- Forum: Audio Components
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HTPC Setup and Home DVR Setup

Can someone explain projector placement and distance from Screen based on screen size? I know the 8500ub has around 2.1 zoom. So if I have a 96" screen does the projector have to be 16 feet back? I did some ceiling measurements and I have a part where the ceiling lowers about 12 feet back. How...
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- Post #24
- Sep 26, 2010
- Forum: Audio Components
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HTPC Setup and Home DVR Setup

I'm not sure yet which wall it will go on just yet. The wall i'm considering has 3 high small basement windows that stretch the length of the wall. I was considering putting up the screen over the middle window slot, the other windows have good shades, but I may have some sort of curtains built...
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- Post #22
- Sep 26, 2010
- Forum: Audio Components
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HTPC Setup and Home DVR Setup

How do you get past this with say a large couch? Just put tables in the back/edges and put the speakers there? Think I watched a tutorial video that stated all speakers should be at a 30 degree angle from the seating area. So if the TV was 0 degrees, the right front is 30 degrees, both sides of...
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- Post #19
- Sep 25, 2010
- Forum: Audio Components
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HTPC Setup and Home DVR Setup

I actually didn't know much about projectors until I read some reviews. And I choose the 8500UB since it was kind of in the price range I was thinking, and the reviews on the thing are for the most part outstanding. Oh ya, anyone have any retailer/product advice for a screen? I'm thinking right...
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- Post #17
- Sep 25, 2010
- Forum: Audio Components
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HTPC Setup and Home DVR Setup

Thanks for all the advice. You guys really covered the audio part of the setup and it's an area that I have neglected in the past, but I'm putting more resources toward it in this build. The ceiling in the room I believe is barely 9' or so. I was kind of wanting to ceiling mount the speakers...
- Stokes
- Post #16
- Sep 25, 2010
- Forum: Audio Components
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HTPC Setup and Home DVR Setup

The room is just under 500 sq ft. The main section of the room is 22' x 22'. What do you recommend. Usage wise for this setup will be a good mix of gaming, movies, and live tv. With gaming taking the back door to the other two. Also what about alternatives to Ceton? Does it make sense to do...
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- Post #5
- Sep 25, 2010
- Forum: Audio Components
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HTPC Setup and Home DVR Setup

I don't have a sound system picked out yet. That is one area that is unknown to me. Suggestions? And I already did put one in avs. My biggest area of concern is the cable part of the setup. And if I have an alternative to the Ceton before I get one. There are people who have ordered in May...
- Stokes
- Post #3
- Sep 24, 2010
- Forum: Audio Components
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HTPC Setup and Home DVR Setup

I already have what I believe to be a capable main htpc server. I am having a few issues and struggling to figure it out. First, I'm on CanonPC waitlist (8/11) for Ceton's tuner. Here is how I want to set things up: Basement: Epson Home Cinema 8500UB, mounted in the ceiling, on a...
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- Sep 24, 2010
- Replies: 28
- Forum: Audio Components
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Dell 3007WFP Skippy Window Movement

Hi, I just bought a Dell 3007WFP and I'm running it on a ATI 3850 512MB (http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produc...82E16814121219) I'm also operating on Windows Vista 32Bit Home. The computer has 4GB ram and a Core 2 Duo @ 2.53Ghz. This is a pc I built about a year ago and now using it...
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- Jun 25, 2009
- Replies: 1
- Forum: Computer Building
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Mental Side of Life

So I'm looking for things to do to improve my mental side. Mostly regarding things like gambling. I'm a card counter and have been for awhile now (of course not as a job). And while I play within bankroll requirements as far as stakes and know my stuff there. But when I hit some bad...
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- Dec 12, 2008
- Replies: 5
- Forum: Health and Fitness
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Sony Vaio VGN-FW285J Freezing

I just bought this Sony vaio and here are the specs with aftermarkets in bold. Aftermarkets were done by a third party who I have contacted, but haven't heard from yet. 80GB Intel X25-M SSD Upgrade 2.93GHz 6MB 1066MHz T9800 CPU Microsoft Windows Vista Home Premium (64 Bit) 512MB ATI...
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- Dec 3, 2008
- Replies: 0
- Forum: Computer Building
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Possible to add aftermarket SSD to laptop?

I'm looking to buy a 16" laptop, however I cannot find a combination of ssd and bluray avaliable in this size of laptop. I found that around this size is a good medium for me for size and performance and don't want to go to a 17" or down to a 15". So then came the search to come up with...
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- Nov 15, 2008
- Replies: 4
- Forum: Laptops
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Intermediate Microeconomics HW Help!

Need some help with some problems, I don't really understand Marginal Product or Average Product. A Production function for hairnets during a particular period can be given by: q=f(K,L)=(600K^2)(L^2)-(K^3)(L^3) Let K=10 Calculate Marginal Product of L and Average Product of L When...
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- Nov 13, 2008
- Replies: 1
- Forum: OT Discussion Club
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Dell XPS M1530

Well, my reason for the SSD was simply speed, with battery life as a secondary bonus. In my opinion that time saved in loading applications and even windows is a nice little bonus to have. Would you say the only reason to wait on SSD to mature would be on the battery life end? And you make a...
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- Post #4
- Aug 26, 2008
- Forum: Laptops
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Dell XPS M1530

So, I am looking to buy a laptop that has SSD and BluRay together in one laptop. Sony has the options for both on the same, but will not allow you to put them together. I can configure the XPS with the following for around 2.1k 2.5 Ghz 6MB Cache 4GB RAM 15.4 Hi Def (1900x1200 or something...
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- Aug 25, 2008
- Replies: 8
- Forum: Laptops
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Probability People Come Hither!

I have a about 20 min before I need to get this is any last minute help?
- Stokes
- Post #3
- Jun 20, 2008
- Forum: OT Discussion Club
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Probability People Come Hither!

I have this problem which I am having trouble figuring out, can anyone walk me through it? A survey of families with two children is conducted. The probability of both children being girls is 25%. (1) Find the probability that at least two out of three families will have two girls. I found...
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- Jun 20, 2008
- Replies: 10
- Forum: OT Discussion Club
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1999 Jaguar XJ8 Accelerator Q

The oxygen sensor is actually broke, and on my list to get replaced. It's the reason my check engine light came on. Could the sensor really be causing what I'm talking about?
- Stokes
- Post #9
- May 31, 2008
- Forum: The Garage
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1999 Jaguar XJ8 Accelerator Q

Funny... I never looked at all the forums that were added over time and never saw this. Oldsmoboat - how many of your 23k posts are worthless like the above? It did nothing to help me understand my question. Please be more respectful in the future.
- Stokes
- Post #4
- May 27, 2008
- Forum: The Garage

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