The new 2.30 firmware for the PlayStation 3 adds the ability to decode the lossless DTS-HD Master Audio (and the lossy DTS-HD High Resolution format too) that Fox Blu-ray releases have used since day one. This long awaited (and long rumored) update completes the features of the PS3’s Blu-ray capabilities and makes it pretty much the most full featured Blu-ray player available. Sony […]
Read moreJohn pointed me to this AVSForum thread that has links to calibration discs you can download and burn to a red laser DVD for use in a Blu-ray or HD DVD player. These images allow you to burn to a standard DVD, utilizing the red laser versions of both HD formats, rather then having to find a Blu-ray or HD […]
Read moreSo remember how Monster Cable loves to threaten law suits? That’s been pretty quiet until now… Back on April 8th Audioholics got word that Monster filed a cease and desist order to Blue Jeans Cable’s sub-brand Tartan Cable. Well it turns out Blue Jeans Cable was founded by a fellow named Kurt Denke who happened to be a Federal lawyer for years […]
Read moreWriters Log: Day 109 Two weeks ago I stopped all personal hygiene as I think it interferes with the creative writing process. Folks at my day job seem a little concerned but they no longer come around my office. This frees up time to proof read my guide. I asked John to do it but he curled up in a […]
Read moreAfter reading my previous Tip Of The Day about calibrating your receiver, I am sure you are ready to sample the best surround sound movies have to offer. Chuck, with Electronic House, sends word they have a few movies suggestions that just might rock your surround system. What are your favorite surround sound moments? Electronic House We guarantee these movie […]
Read moreA few of the major software packages support client based HTPCs, but why would you want an HTPC in every-room in the house. Extenders are a great option and can be purchased at 50% to 75% less then it would cost to build a slimline client HTPC. Vista Media Center There are a few extenders available for Vista Media Center. […]
Read moreAnother week, another Media Center Show! Check it out, always a good listen. The Media Center Show This week I am talking Home Theatre with Dave Evans from Anywherecool.com. We talk about Windows Media Center in a home theatre and how to connect it up, including speakers, cables, remote controls and we also talk about whether to self build or […]
Read moreIan Dixon is always hard at work putting together great information for the Media Center Community. Most recently, he put together a video showing how to setup an HP Windows Home Server. The value added software that you get with the HP server such as photo sharing and iTunes software really make it a smart investment over a DIY WHS […]
Read moreElectronic House has published a great article about the various audio formats. Electronic House Believe it or not, there was a time when surround sound was a novelty. Here’s a look back at its origin, advances and latest hi-def formats.
Read moreI am very happy to announce that after bribing every Microsoft employee on up to Bill Gates himself, I was awarded a 2008 Microsoft MVP Award for Vista Media Center. I would just like to say thank you to Microsoft for this fine award! I hope to keep MissingRemote.com full of great guides and useful information for the Media Center […]
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