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larryp
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| Posted: Sat Dec 14, 2013 5:24 pm Post subject: Need streaming Advice/help |
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Sony 1272 Sony switcher & Moome HDMI card. All RGBVH
How would I set this up to stream video from my computer? I'm pretty clueless on all this internet video
I have a wireless modem & router
Would like to use Amazon prime streaming service, or any others.
What would I need to do this, and how is it all set up?
What plugs into the HDMI card etc
Thinking of getting rid of Direct tv someday, like to see if internet options work.
Thank You
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larryp
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| Posted: Wed Dec 18, 2013 7:17 am Post subject: |
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ecrabb
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Hi Larry,
Don't use a PC if all you want is streaming. A PC is overkill and will give you nothing but headaches if you're not a techie.
Instead, just get a Roku box. It's extremely inexpensive, tiny, uses a simple IR remote, so no mouse/keyboard, and nothing to maintain. It has Netflix, Amazon, Hulu, Crackle, Vimeo, YouTube, and practically any other streaming service you'd want to use.
The only snag is how the audio side of your system works. If you have an AV receiver with HDMI that is handling your switching, get an Roku 3. If you're using analog audio (red/white RCA cables), use a Roku 2.
How is your Blu-ray player connected to your system for audio?
Do you have a smartphone or tablet?
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larryp
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| Posted: Wed Dec 18, 2013 4:38 pm Post subject: |
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Thanks! My AV receiver doesn't have any HDMI sockets. Old but works fine. uses 5 speakers
DVD player is analog No smartphone or tablet
So this ruko box would run wireless?
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ecrabb
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Yes, the Roku has WiFi built-in. It has both an HDMI output to connect video to your Moome card, and analog outputs for your receiver. It will give you all the most popular streaming services, from a simple IR remote, no fussing around with computer stuff.
DVD player? I thought you had a Blu-ray and cable/satellite connected to the Moome? If so, you'll need an HDMI switcher, too.
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kal
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ecrabb
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Hey, Kal -
The two are very comparable. They're so comparable, that comes down to a couple things in my opinion.
- If you already have a music library in iTunes, or especially if you have an iOS device, that really tips the scales toward Apple TV because of the really great AirPlay functionality. That's why I asked if Larry had a smartphone or tablet.
- If you want Amazon Prime streaming, then Apple TV is a non-starter, and Roku is a home run. That's why I recommended Roku in this case.
The Roku has a few more sources for content (though Apple's been slowly adding more), the Apple TV a bit more/different functionality with iTunes, iOS, and AirPlay. Both are excellent choices and offer an amazing amount of functionality for under $100.
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kal
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Nashou66
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ecrabb
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| Nashou66 wrote: | | Guys I wish Apple TV did 1080p@24 , so having said that what units like the ATV and roku will output 1080p@24? |
That's a good point. For those of us with higher-end setups, that's a major concern. ATV does not, nor does Roku as far as I know. So far, it hasn't really bothered me, as we watch mostly documentary, comedy, and other non-critical stuff on Apple TV. I bust out the Blu-ray player if I want better.
If you want streaming and 24p, a BD player would probably be your best bet, and probably the Oppo. Netflix supports 24p, but I wouldn't watch Netflix for anything critical. iTunes and Vudu is way, way better quality, but no way to watch iTunes rentals at 24p unless you go full HTPC.
So, if you want 24p streaming, I'd imagine the only option is Vudu HDX on a BD player that supports it. That's probably a pretty short list, I'd imagine.
I'll have to try a Vudu HDX this weekend on the Oppo 103 and see if it's 24p.
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Nashou66
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larryp
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Actually I haven't plugged the dvd player into the moome card yet. I think the card had two inputs doesn't it?
If things work fine, I'll look into getting a splitter.
Does the ruko box explain how to hook up my wireless to it?
| ecrabb wrote: | Yes, the Roku has WiFi built-in. It has both an HDMI output to connect video to your Moome card, and analog outputs for your receiver. It will give you all the most popular streaming services, from a simple IR remote, no fussing around with computer stuff.
DVD player? I thought you had a Blu-ray and cable/satellite connected to the Moome? If so, you'll need an HDMI switcher, too.
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larryp
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woot.com had the Roku 2 for $35 ordered one. Thanks for the advice
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draganm
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| ecrabb wrote: | Hey, Kal -
The two are very comparable. They're so comparable, that comes down to a couple things in my opinion.
- If you already have a music library in iTunes, or especially if you have an iOS device, that really tips the scales toward Apple TV because of the really great AirPlay functionality. That's why I asked if Larry had a smartphone or tablet.
- If you want Amazon Prime streaming, then Apple TV is a non-starter, and Roku is a home run. That's why I recommended Roku in this case.SC |
you forgot the most important feature of Apple tV, older SPDIF multi-channel output = optical audio. Which is funny cuz your the one who told me about it. 
After fighting the god-awful Apple store web-site I got an apple 3 at Target for an extra 9 bucks in tax (still cheaper than a broken key-board) . It's my second streaming device after fighting my HTPC for days 
I like it a lot, better video quality than the PC and the 5 channel audio is pretty good too. I liken it to DVD quality both in picture and sound, which like Steve said is just fine for walking dead or Sons of Anarchy. Only drawback, they buried the god dam settings menu in the same place as all the streaming links and there is practically no owners manual. Looks like they tried ( and failed) to make a plug-n-play box for morons. You have to "force" analog output in the settings menu and downscale to 720P for 7 and 8 inch projectors.
Luckily at this point I'm just using the on/off button, works fine
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Tom.W
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The Apple TV 1 and the Roku XD/S both output 1080i over component plus HDMI. As far as I know these were the only two models that allowed HD via analog component. The Roku last I checked will not play Youtube files the Apple does.There were a few documentary's I wanted to record to my HDD on Youtube and I used this VERY handy free program but watch this Youtube video first ! You do not have to download anything to use the program.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hqHQWCeO274
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jask
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Larry are you using streaming video on your computer now? or do you have any experience with streaming?
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Nashou66
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larryp
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I've never tried streaming before.
| jask wrote: | | Larry are you using streaming video on your computer now? or do you have any experience with streaming? |
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jask
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If you would like to try a free PC based streaming media server and get a feel for what is possible you should check this out while you are waiting on your hardware:
http://www.xbmchub.com/blog/2013/12/15/how-to-use-the-xbmchub-com-configuration-wizard-addon-for-dummies-and-see-mount-rushmore-from-xbmc/
XBMC has a hub wizard that quickly configures the installation and allows you acess to lots of content. It gives you a media server with options to use your display/ TV to show photo albums, play music, or watch movies and tv, as well as browse the internet- you can also run some programs and games if that is something you want to look at.
EDit: The hardware solutions are designed to make everything very easy and are much morer plug and play.
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larryp
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Thanks ! Hopefully the Roku box will be easier to use lol
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