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Check out Aximsite. It's very informative and has a great, active forum. - Ken

I just bought a Dell Axim for the sole purpose of using it as a remote for my HT and whole-house audio systems. I use a combo of programs to control apps on my HTPC and my external hardware: NetRemote Pronto emulator for the PPC, but much more powerful. Girder Receives commands from...

I'm looking for a new or used Sony TA-P9000ES analog preamp. Will pay top dollar, as these things are getting hard to find. Contact me at [email protected]. Thanks.

I'm definitely leaning that way -- I've been having some inexplicable instability issues with the HTPC, which is unacceptable in a machine that is processing ALL of my video, including our regular evening TV viewing. I have a copy of Powerquest Drive Image 5.0 -- will that work just as well...

Due to system instabilities caused by the installation of some unstable hardware and accompanying driver software (and undoubtedly exacerbated by user error), I have decided to "start over" with a fresh install of WinXP Home. My question is whether I should simply install it on top of my current...

I'm looking for a good 5-channel amp that can musically drive my speakers at relatively low volume levels. I have a small room, 9x17 with 7.5 foot ceilings, and my speakers are relatively easy to drive (ACI Sapphire IIIs for the mains and Aria 5 kits from SpeakerCity for everything else). My...

Not to hijack this thread, but I'm facing a similar question. I've been using my HTPC as a preamp, but now I need the cabability to switch between sources. My current sources & connections include: HTPC (digital; 5.1 analog) SACD/DVD (5.1 analog; digital) VCR (analog stereo) DirecTiVo...

Indeed! Good catch, Marc. I'm asking $1,800, but it's negotiable. I'd also be interested in trades - I'm specifically looking for a new processor. But I digress. - Ken

Phenomenal solid state/tube hybrid HT amplifier with power to drive any speakers. Sound can be fine-tuned by replacing the tubes on the input stage. Been using it for less than one year in my HT system, but have decided to move to a more compact 5-channel amplifier. Purchased directly from Randy...

Randy: You've got mail. - Ken

Tina: I'm definitely interested. BTW, I'm not sure what you're looking for in the way of trades, but I'm looking to sell/trade a Llano Trinity 200x3 solid state/tube hybrid amp, a Technics SH-AC500D dolby digital processor, and a Marantz AV-550 HT processor. You can check out my add for the...

Greg: Aside from E-Bay, one place I found was Abt Electronics. I also found a good review of the Mits HS-U776 here. Of course, there is always E-Bay and the other usual suspects. - Ken

Folks -- thanks for the responses. Why Mitsubishi, and which models in particular? Thanks . . .

Don't laugh! My standard hi-fi VCR recently croaked, and I thought about taking the opportunity to upgrade to a S-VHS player. Not only will I get better PQ from my video tapes, but I'll get to run the S-Video output through my Holo3D-equipped HTPC. That way I can use my pre/pro for video...

Thank you both for the excellent suggestions. Chris, your site is full of information that will take me some time to digest. I guess I never seriously considered using acoustic panels instead of EQ due to overriding WAF concerns. By the same token, given the small size of my room (10' x 17' with...

I realize many here are apologists of the Behringer Feedback Destroyer, but I'm looking for an alternative that's easier to set up and configure. I only need one or two filters (ideally parametric with adjustable Q) that I can set and forget. I have the ETF software and a microphone, so I...

I apologize for asking what may be a stupid question, but is there any reason why a 802.11b wireless network would interfere with a 2.4GHz cordless phone system? Thanks. . ..

I am considering installing UPS and surge protection for my two computers (a home server and a HTPC). Can anyone make any recommendations as to brands, features, and on-line sources? I'm not looking for long battery life, just enough to get to the computer and shut it down properly if the...

I'm looking for a remote way to cut power to my amps and other components using a remote or from my HTPC. Because I don't have a receiver or preamp with triggers, that option is not available to me. Is anyone aware of a powerstrip, or power conditioner product, that has IR remote control or...

Multi-Zone Audio I am in the hunt for a cost-effective multi-zone audio solution. My principal source is a HTPC (ripped CDs stored as wav files played through Winamp or other software player). I run the analog outputs from the HTPC (a M-Audio Delta 410 card) to a Sony TA-P9000ES preamp...

Derrick: That's sound like exactly what I'm looking for. I'll start watching EBay. Do you have a dedicated computer for HTPC control, or do you use the touchscreen as a second monitor for the HTPC? If so, how? I've been using Talisman and a mouse to operate the HTPC (I have a cool GyroMouse...

I am considering building a PC (from unused parts lying around) for the purpose of controlling my HTPC, theater A/V components, and whole-house audio system. Basically, I'm trying to mimic a Crestron system for cheap $$$. Building the PC is the easy part. As for software, the PC will run...

Success! I used DreamSys' NetTools to determine that Port 80 was being used by Internet Explorer. I then used ZoneAlarm Pro (which I use as a software firewall for my cable modem connection) to block IE's access to port 80. Only then was I able to open the WebRemote plugin in Media Jukebox and...

Excellent suggestion -- I'll give it a try tonight. You guys rock, btw. - Ken

Something has grabbed Port 80 (or 8080) and is preventing me from running MediaJukebox's WebRemote program. I suspect that it is Microsoft's Webserver program, but I have no idea how to determine whether it is running and, if so, how to disable it or set it to another port. Remember, I only...

Another vote for EAC. But make sure to read a little before you started ripping a big collection. For example, if you intend to use a MP3 tagging and organization program, or a player like Musicmatch Jukebox which has excellent tagging and database functionality built-in, you will want to pay...

With some experimentation and a copy of MS Frontpage, I was able to design the home theater website linked in my signature. But I have been searching for easy ways to do two things with the website, hopefully without having to learn much about html coding: 1. To develop an on-line photo...

Mike: Drew is right. The M-Audio line of cards (the Audiophile 24/96, the Delta 1010, 1010LT, 410, and Dio) are the current favorite among HT enthusiasts b/c of their high quality and relatively low cost. But, the answer to your question will depend on how you intend to use your HTPC. If...

Do you guys/gals have any recommendations for webhosting services? I have domain names registered and just need a place to host less than 50 MBs of non-commercial personal content. I'm looking for something with reasonable fees, no pop-up adds, and the ability to handle MS Frontpage...

Thanks, Jeff. I think the Lian Li, when I get everything transferred to it, will have at least 3 case fans as well as the PS fan and the CPU fan. I'll use Motherboard Monitor to make sure everything stays cool enough. I will be leaving it on 24/7, so that's why I'm putting some $$ into the...