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Video: Programming your Logitech Harmony Remote
There has been discussion in the forums recently about how to properly setup a Harmony remote to drive all of those components sitting in your entertainment center. Do you use the Devices? Do you use the Activities? Do you get up and push the buttons on the front of the devices? Watch the video and find out! Build What you’ll […]
Read moreChoosing an antenna for your HDTV reception
In a recent article, we discussed how there is nothing special about an "HDTV" antenna. So now the question becomes, which antenna is the right one for you? Without going into details about specific antennas, this article will introduce you to the various types of antennas and some of their more imprtant characteristics. We will also cover which antenna type […]
Read moreHTPC Basics: The Beginnings
The wonderful world of HTPC’s can be very baffling to someone who has never dabbled in the confusing realm of codecs, drivers and programs. So I decided to dedicate part 2 of the HTPC basic series to helping people understand the wide world of HTPC’s. I will briefly cover several topics including software, hardware, audio/video codecs and other. Digg It! […]
Read moreLife With A Plugin Episode 16: Photato (Facebook Photos)
I normally like to wait until an application has been released before doing a review on it, but the few times I come across an app that my girlfriend loves I have to break that rule and take a closer look. Such is the case with Photato’s innovative design and creative interface into Facebook’s photos. Overview In simple terms, Photato […]
Read moreHTPC Basics HArdware
Hardware Building an HTPC is similar to building a personal computer with a few caveats. Keep in mind these are just talking points to get a beginner started in the right direction. An HTPC is typically in the living room and should be silent If you want to record TV you need a TV tuner device of some sort Required […]
Read moreMissingRemote’s 2008 Stars and Flops, Year in Review
Well folks, 2008 has come and gone. And along with MissingRemote.com’s continuing growth, we wanted to take the time to take a look at the things that came about in our wacky world of home theater & pc components and remember what were some great things that came out, and what are some failures that should be learned from. So […]
Read moreUnboxing: SageTV HD Theater (HD200)
There has been quite some speculation on the SageTV forums about what the next gen SageTV HD extender would encompass since it’s existence was "leaked" in late September. Everything from an onboard Blu-Ray player, external IR sensor, to a significant reduction in cost was mentioned. In the end when the HD200 was revealed, what we got was a more compact […]
Read moreHD-PVR
Each new technology the crosses path with the rabid HTPC enthusiast seems to be the holy grail. Last year it was QAM tuning and CableCard. With the distaste of these two technologies in our mouth are we ready for a new idol that will be the object of our daily HTPC prayers? Hauppauge has decided the time is right and […]
Read moreQNAP TS-209 Pro II
QNAP TS-209 Pro II If you find yourself in the market for a NAS, today we are reviewing something that might just fit the bill. Read on to see if the QNAP TS-209 Pro II will fit your needs. INTRODUCTION Now that you have your HTPC working the way you want it and you’re starting to build up […]
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