Audio Visual help

CSK_423 · Post by **CSK_423** » Tue Jul 03, 2007 9:19 pm

I've been looking to get a LCD tv recently and I've finally made my mind up on which one to go for. (Sony Bravia KDL40W2000, has anyone in the off chance got one ???)

Although I'm technically minded I'm struggling to find a site that details the best type of connection for a DVD player, Playstation etc ie s-vhs or composite blah blah

Anyone know of any decent websites which explains this ? I've trawled the internet and google with no success in the pros and cons

ta

Post by **simon** » Tue Jul 03, 2007 9:23 pm

Depends on what outputs your DVD player has and whether you're talking PS2 or PS3.

And I don't know any websites either

neil · Post by **neil** » Tue Jul 03, 2007 9:29 pm

You might have some luck on http://www.avforums.com

CSK_423 · Post by **CSK_423** » Tue Jul 03, 2007 9:38 pm

simon wrote:Depends on what outputs your DVD player has and whether you're talking PS2 or PS3.

And I don't know any websites either

A wealth of knowledge

Neil cheers, I tried the avforums and still am, trawling through various topics

Post by **simon** » Tue Jul 03, 2007 10:19 pm

Well what outputs does your DVD player have?
And is it PS2 or PS3?

ngaff1 · Post by **ngaff1** » Tue Jul 03, 2007 10:36 pm

Some info here - http://www.hificables.co.uk/

You can also phone them for advise.

CSK_423 · Post by **CSK_423** » Tue Jul 03, 2007 10:39 pm

simon wrote:Well what outputs does your DVD player have?
And is it PS2 or PS3?

The DVD player has scart, component and S-VHS outputs for Video. It is a combined dolby digital 5.1 so sound isn't an issue.

I currently have a ps2 with a view to purchasing a ps3 in the near future, I'm looking to house the dvd etc. in another area of the room and will need cabling between 10m and 15m depending on the run I choose.

neil · Post by **neil** » Tue Jul 03, 2007 10:42 pm

CSK_423 wrote:
simon wrote:Well what outputs does your DVD player have?
And is it PS2 or PS3?
The DVD player has scart, component and S-VHS outputs for Video. It is a combined dolby digital 5.1 so sound isn't an issue.

I currently have a ps2 with a view to purchasing a ps3 in the near future, I'm looking to house the dvd etc. in another area of the room and will need cabling between 10m and 15m depending on the run I choose.

Probably best with component for the DVD and HDMI on the PS3 - better get saving for the cables if you're looking at a 10-15m run...

CSK_423 · Post by **CSK_423** » Tue Jul 03, 2007 10:52 pm

neil wrote:
CSK_423 wrote:
simon wrote:Well what outputs does your DVD player have?
And is it PS2 or PS3?
The DVD player has scart, component and S-VHS outputs for Video. It is a combined dolby digital 5.1 so sound isn't an issue.

I currently have a ps2 with a view to purchasing a ps3 in the near future, I'm looking to house the dvd etc. in another area of the room and will need cabling between 10m and 15m depending on the run I choose.
Probably best with component for the DVD and HDMI on the PS3 - better get saving for the cables if you're looking at a 10-15m run...

Tell me about it ! nearly £200 for a 10m hdmi cable !!!

neil · Post by **neil** » Tue Jul 03, 2007 10:56 pm

CSK_423 wrote:
neil wrote:
CSK_423 wrote: The DVD player has scart, component and S-VHS outputs for Video. It is a combined dolby digital 5.1 so sound isn't an issue.

I currently have a ps2 with a view to purchasing a ps3 in the near future, I'm looking to house the dvd etc. in another area of the room and will need cabling between 10m and 15m depending on the run I choose.
Probably best with component for the DVD and HDMI on the PS3 - better get saving for the cables if you're looking at a 10-15m run...
Tell me about it ! nearly £200 for a 10m hdmi cable !!!

This lot seem a bit cheaper http://www.contact-media.co.uk/highdefinition/

DDtB · Post by **DDtB** » Tue Jul 03, 2007 11:05 pm

£200 !!!!

Try Here Instead!!!!!!

And as for the telly.... I might know someone who several in stock just now.... maybe you should give me a wee pm with your phone number on it

Cheers,

Dave.

CSK_423 · Post by **CSK_423** » Tue Jul 03, 2007 11:20 pm

DDtB wrote:£200 !!!!

Try Here Instead!!!!!!

And as for the telly.... I might know someone who several in stock just now.... maybe you should give me a wee pm with your phone number on it

Cheers,

Dave.

PM'd

steve_weegie · Post by **steve_weegie** » Tue Jul 03, 2007 11:22 pm

CSK_423 wrote:
Tell me about it ! nearly £200 for a 10m hdmi cable !!!

not from here its not

http://www.tvcables.co.uk/cgi-bin/tvcab ... ables.html

BiggestNizzy · Post by **BiggestNizzy** » Wed Jul 04, 2007 8:49 am

http://www.ecossecables.co.uk/Tables/ta ... eset7.html

I run past these guys every day, they seem to get a good name and you can specify the length you want.

Post by **simon** » Wed Jul 04, 2007 11:53 am

Does your DVD player/amp have a digital input?
If not, start saving for a new one if you want your PS3/Sky/cable etc. in surround