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HDX 1000
The Showcenter was giving me a lot of trouble with discovering the UPnP server of my NAS, and also other UPnP servers installed on my home network. After doing careful research online, I decided to go for a Networked Media Tank from HDX, the HDX1000. I ordered it directly from their website; it took about [...]
Posted: March 18th, 2009 under gadgets.
Tags: streaming
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Streaming AV with Showcenter 200
After purchasing a Lacie Ethernet mini 750gb NAS, I decided it was time to see if I could do some UPnP streaming to my old Pinnacle Showcenter 200. The Lacie features the Twonkyvision UPnP software, which should easily be read by the showcenter. I downloaded the latest firmware and installed the Showcenter. I’m streaming through [...]
Posted: August 11th, 2008 under gadgets.
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Logitech Harmony 1000: great addition to my home-entertainment system
Ordered a Logitech Harmony 1000 universal remote control from iBood (internet’s best offer online daily) for €199,-. The usual price is usually some €100 higher, so it was quite a good deal. It’s also the first gadget that my GF appreciates, as it will replace about 6 or 7 remotes now sitting on our coffee [...]
Posted: August 5th, 2008 under gadgets.
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