In the process of building your own HTPC or did you complete one? Show them to other MediaPortal users!
If you want fanless PSU I recommend Seasonic X-560, basically the PSU fan comes on only if the PSU overheats or if the load >50% (280W, which will never happen in most HTPCs), so basically its a fanless PSU at a regular price with the added safety of a fan if required :D
If you want fanless PSU I recommend Seasonic X-560, basically the PSU fan comes on only if the PSU overheats or if the load >50%...
Hello,
I am French, and i am here today because i want to build a HTPC. The config i want to build :
Processor : AMD A8 5600K...
Enabling the TV plugin, might also help. It's up and running :)
Now the final ajustments... Hibernate and stuff.. And it's done..
Enabling the TV plugin, might also help. It's up and running :)
Now the final ajustments... Hibernate and stuff.. And it's done..
My good old HTPC machine died. :cry:
All the gray smoke that lived in it has gotten out.... Rest in peaces..
So now I have the...
Went for one of the DC to DC 200W supplies and works well. Have decided that the case is just too big though and really want to change to a Server/Client setup as I just want a really tiny silent client by the TV.
I used an old Xbox power supply for the PC and it's just too noisy.
Went for one of the DC to DC 200W supplies and works well. Have decided that the case is just too big though and really want to...
Hi guys, my store bought HP Pavilion that's being doing it's MP duties for the last 4 years is coming to the end of it's life and...
Doesn't have to be too detailed just a description of what you did, how you did and some photos of the process / showing off the build process / final result :D
Doesn't have to be too detailed just a description of what you did, how you did and some photos of the process / showing off the...
Decided a while ago to try and build myself a case to go with other furniture (reclaimed oak, in big lumps) and have now got a...
hi,
i have testet 1080i. it works most of the time, but not allways. but this can be also an issue of my server. so i can't say it to 100%
but i can't activate vector adaptive deinterlacing in catalyst. but it look like it works. i downt see any difference.
hi,
i have testet 1080i. it works most of the time, but not allways. but this can be also an issue of my server. so i can't say...
I just ordered a Zotac ZBOX AD06 as a small client for my new TV in the attic. I read a bit and I did not want to spend too much...
Computers run on magic blue smoke... once released, you cannot use again ... unless you have a blue genie.
Computers run on magic blue smoke... once released, you cannot use again ... unless you have a blue genie.
I was making smoothies for breakfast this morning in my blender and the main power safety switch popped. Went to the fusebox and...
The build was finished few months ago and now I finally found some time to write few lines about it...
https://forum.team-mediaportal.com/threads/silverstone-grandia-as-a-living-room-mepo-client.110501/
The build was finished few months ago and now I finally found some time to write few lines about it...
Target use-case is pure “living room” HTPC, i.e. watching TV and videos in client-only configuration. No gaming, “MS Officing” or...
How about shifting much of the storage into a NAS. Then you don't need the main pC on to acces the media, and if you run SABnzbd on the Acer, it can access it as well?
How about shifting much of the storage into a NAS. Then you don't need the main pC on to acces the media, and if you run SABnzbd on...
Hi!
I'm currently planning my Home Media Setup for my new apartment. I'm just gonna post my plans here, curious about your...
Forgive me as I am a bit out of touch.... So from what I read an APU replaces the need for a graphics card, is that correct? and by what your saying it will handle my needs above?
I forgot to mention that I want to be able to play online content as well.
Forgive me as I am a bit out of touch.... So from what I read an APU replaces the need for a graphics card, is that correct? and by...
Hi all,
I was hoping to get some expert advice with what hardware I need for my HTPC build.
Here is some info:
1. Firstly its...
you will need a HDMI 1.4a cable to send the 3d video out of your htpc to a 3d capable TV, just FYI, not any regular HDMI cable
you will need a HDMI 1.4a cable to send the 3d video out of your htpc to a 3d capable TV, just FYI, not any regular HDMI cable
Hi there,
i now on the way to build my new HTPC.
These are the components I'v ordered right now:
CPU AMD A8 3870K
ASRock A75...
Hi guys,
Nothing to show, but a little update......
The Seasonic PSU failed on me... but it was swapped out under warranty (one week turn around).
The replacement has a very very quiet hum (only hear it with head against the HTPC).
I'm now running an i7 ivy bridge (was built with an AMD) - so my hope of it being interchangable...
Hi guys,
Nothing to show, but a little update......
The Seasonic PSU failed on me... but it was swapped out under warranty (one...
Hi there,
I started off playing with Mediaportal several years ago now... then about two years ago I decided to build a HTPC.
I...
Hi Dave,
Its all in situ and in use...
But the mod to make it fit is quite straight forward (just need a junior hacksaw and nerves)
You you disassemble the MS IR receiver:
Two screws hidden under the rubber feet
Then the unit should come apart
All you need to do is trim a square off the corner:
Unplug the cable...
Hi Dave,
Its all in situ and in use...
But the mod to make it fit is quite straight forward (just need a junior hacksaw and...
I want to build a new MP client. Not that I need one, I just want to build one.
It's to replace my Z552 client, it's an old...
Hey!
After giving this some thought, I'm thinking of putting together a radio / music player (to replace an old sony CD/ Radio player) using an MSI U100 Wind I found laying around. I'm planning on converting it fully to radio looking device, using an MCE remote and a touch panel. (I'll post some pictures, if I ever get this...
Hey!
After giving this some thought, I'm thinking of putting together a radio / music player (to replace an old sony CD/ Radio...
Hey!
After giving this some thought, I'm thinking of putting together a radio / music player (to replace an old sony CD/ Radio...
UPDATE
Well some parts have finally come, hard drive, SSD, ram and motherboard.
Here's the Gigabyte Z77 UDH3 fitted into place
I've sceuced the SSD with some stick back adhesive to the rear of the motherboard tray. However the rest of the cables look like a real mess I will have to clean this up with some cable ties at...
UPDATE
Well some parts have finally come, hard drive, SSD, ram and motherboard.
Here's the Gigabyte Z77 UDH3 fitted into...
Firstly I should point out that this is not strictly an HTPC but it will be used as media centre.
Firstly the case - Lian Li...
I forgot to add that I also have a 2TB SATA2 WD "Green" drive for recording purposes from the tuner. The SSD is just for the OS and application installs, plus it's less heat and less noise to generate inside the case with two hard drives present.
I forgot to add that I also have a 2TB SATA2 WD "Green" drive for recording purposes from the tuner. The SSD is just for the OS...
So here's what I have ordered so far (on 6/6/2012):
Chassis: SilverStone Grandia GD02B
Motherboard: Biostar TA75M Socket F1...
That's awesome! hope I can throw a couple of Q's at you when I get started :)
You wouldn't happen to have some guide or maybe you could write one for us beginners?
That's awesome! hope I can throw a couple of Q's at you when I get started :)
You wouldn't happen to have some guide or maybe you...
Hi
I'm about to buy a HP server to install in our new house.
The idea is to run Tv-server in a VM and a couple of other things...
That's sick I use to do high end systems and you know the couch that has the armrest in the middle that opens for storage thay wood cut a screen then wire the house controles in it .the controls were huge an take up the hole bin but it was cool. You might want to look in to rack mount desks for control rooms thay have monitor mounts...
That's sick I use to do high end systems and you know the couch that has the armrest in the middle that opens for storage thay wood...
I Am about to start new project, yes touch screen table in living room to control my media portal.
As it is now I have WHS in a...
MMannai,
Thanks. I gave the client a fixed IP adresse and that solved the issue. Remote now Works and the main functionality to search and play music is fantastic. Now I can play music with the TV turner off.
I confirm the lag on the remote.
MMannai,
Thanks. I gave the client a fixed IP adresse and that solved the issue. Remote now Works and the main functionality to...
Hey,
Greetings from Bahrain,
I've been experimenting with MediaPortal for a year now, and now that MP 1.2 seems to offer the...
Technically, there's nothing stopping a client being built for Android that could use a native stream. So, for example, you could run an MP server on one machine, and have a phone / tablet / GoogleTV as a client. I already do this on my phone and tablet using aMPDroid, but I use an encoded stream. This works really well.
Technically, there's nothing stopping a client being built for Android that could use a native stream. So, for example, you could...
Hi,
I know Mediaportal is designed by .net, and now it's only windows version, is there any way to port this exellent S/W to...
I have to install drivers/software. So thank you for the information.
Edit: i had problems with playing hd-files first. But with lav-filters everything works fine.
I have to install drivers/software. So thank you for the information.
Edit: i had problems with playing hd-files first. But with...
Okay, i am playing with an idea to build a HTPC. My knowledge about hardware is rather poor. So i'd like to have some advice.
What...
About this time last year, I set out to build the cheapest HTPC I could find that could still play 1080p x264 content and came up with (very close to) this:
http://secure.newegg.com/WishList/PublicWishDetail.aspx?WishListNumber=16702511
The Sempron 140 is what i used in my build. I was able to core unlock it, to enable two cores...
About this time last year, I set out to build the cheapest HTPC I could find that could still play 1080p x264 content and came up...
Hello I am hoping some people may be able to help me with a HTPC Build
I know how to put all of the hardware of a PC together well...
Another recommendation for HandBrake. You will get better compression (mkv, x264 codec) and more choices, and it will take care of the black borders.
Personally, I use DVD FAB for ripping (one click) and Handbrake for encoding (more or less one click, use AC3 passthru for audio so you don't lose on quality, 400 MB per hour of video...
Another recommendation for HandBrake. You will get better compression (mkv, x264 codec) and more choices, and it will take care of...
Hi,
I've recently bought an HTPC to store all my DVDs but am having issues with the best format to rip to, and also with black...
https://www.team-mediaportal.com/extensions/video-audio/lav-filters This is the only filter/codec I use and everything plays flawlessly. It can also bit stream HD audio
https://www.team-mediaportal.com/extensions/video-audio/lav-filters This is the only filter/codec I use and everything plays...
Hi!
I'm from Portugal and i think it's time to show my ongoing HTPC project.
CASE: Nox Media II HTPC
CPU: Intel i3-2100
MB...
Finished and placed where it belongs :)
Finished and placed where it belongs :)
It is based upon an empty Slimline-series 1U box made by Hifi-2000 in Bologna, Italy. Full DIY to house a complete HTPC system with...
80 to 140W isn't as bad as I expected, I'd rate you at 2 freezers :-). Currently I use 105 to 140watts for my server but this includes the switch, modem, micro server and a rather inefficient UPS. With regards the UPS I just worked out today via google that a big UPS with a small load will be inefficent. I am looking at getting a...
80 to 140W isn't as bad as I expected, I'd rate you at 2 freezers :-). Currently I use 105 to 140watts for my server but this...
G’day,
I’m about to overhaul my current setup and thought I’d write about it in case anyone was interested.
Existing setup &...
I used an old $100 PC for 1080p (1.8ghz core 2 clocked up to 2.4ghz) so anything available over the last few months will be fine. Personally I'd go with an intel i3 rather than AMD as I think intel are more stable.
I used an old $100 PC for 1080p (1.8ghz core 2 clocked up to 2.4ghz) so anything available over the last few months will be fine...
I am looking to build my first HTPC but must confess to being rather useless to it all. My requirements is a machine that can...
Did any of you have any luck getting MP up on a mac mini running windows in bootcamp...would love some tips/advice...or a link to a guide
Did any of you have any luck getting MP up on a mac mini running windows in bootcamp...would love some tips/advice...or a link to a...
Hi everyone just wanted to know if anyone is using the new mac minis as there htpc and using mediaportal on it...
Try with just Australia as the location, and don't give a region.
It could also bee crappy tv antenna/cable.. They tend to fall apart after x years in our climate.
Try with just Australia as the location, and don't give a region.
It could also bee crappy tv antenna/cable.. They tend to fall...
Hi,
I am currently in progress of putting together components for a new HTPC that I would like to run Windows 7 / MediaPortal...
You might want to wait another day for 1.2.0RC.
Mark
You might want to wait another day for 1.2.0RC.
Mark
Hi,
I'm in New Zealand and am on a mission to build an HTPC for under $1000 that can also record two or more Freeview television...
Hi there,
The Sapphire 5670/6670 cards are higher than normal PCI cards and will not fit most cases. The 6570 card is low profile with a heatsink, so that does fit in a normal height slot. But these new 6500/6600 cards are 2 slots...where as the older 5600 cards were one slot.
I'm currently having a change around on my setups. I'm...
Hi there,
The Sapphire 5670/6670 cards are higher than normal PCI cards and will not fit most cases. The 6570 card is low profile...
Hey Guys,
I plan to set up a HTPC. I already built one (about one year ago), but that one was for a friend.
I would like the...