just got byond installed yesterday..

1) the pq is great but the volume of the sd channels are so low even in full volume..is there any way to rectify it?

2) can I get 5.1 sound if I connect the HDMI cable directly from the decoder to my av receiver and then the receiver to my tv?

3) is anyone selling coaxial cable to optical cable converter here?

Has anyone here already got byond pvr or wd passport av320, how is the recording? Pls give feedback if already has.

How many times you need to repeat LOL
1)I know volume level is low, but I didn't notice any different between SD & HD channel. Is your firmware updated to ver 2.0?
2)yes, provided you receiver support 5.1 from HDMI. But only certain HD program will be available for 5.1, normally NGC HD & HBO HD.
3)I don't think so, you need to find it online. But you don't need it if you use HDMI to your avr

i repeated it coz no answers

1)How do I update the firmware? Is it automatically updated?

2)How about the sports channel,is it available in 5.1?

This post has been edited by ameeyn: Jun 3 2010, 11:21 AM

Haiyo y2k...why WTF like that...I can assure you y2k, the PVR option only have PVR RM 10 charge as mandatory, the HD SEervice Fee of RM20 is not mandatory. I know that for a fact. I sudah buat leesech.

You change to PVR, better bargain, no additional fee for a year. Then only pay RM10. But by that time you salary increase by a few hundreds or thousand already! The Box is damn good you know. I'm using it now!!

I think it is a bit too much to pay the HD Service fee of RM 20 for each of the 2 decoders.

1) Just leave your decoder in standby mode, in 5 minutes it will auto update. But if your firmware already have latest ver 2.0, no update will be perform.
2) not sure, i don't have 5.1 setup. you can test it. but i don't think so. you can get simulated 5.1 by setting your avr to Dolby ProLogic

dolby pro logic cant beat the real deal 5.1 lol ><

Incorrect. Most movies are shot in 1.85:1 (US) and 1.66:1 (some European countries). These includes dramas, comedies and some action movies. Most sci-fi and action movies are/were shot in 2.20:1 (Todd-AO process) and 2.40:1 (modern anamorphic and Super35 process). 2.35:1 is the Cinemascope aspect ratio, practically not used in modern filmmaking anymore. And 16:9 is 1.78:1.

Shooting using anamorphic lenses require more lights for the set, which means more money.

HBO HD does the 16:9 version of pan-and-scan in almost every HD film they show. Very few, such as the recently shown Caddilac Records, are shown in its original aspect ratio. HBO is afraid that people will complain about the black bars on their "expensive" HDTVs.

I do agree about the SD widescreen broadcast. Just as Astro is steering Malaysians into HD broadcast, they should steer the way to SD widescreen broadcast.

I can't tell if the sports channel are mixed in 5.1. But the Dolby Digital stream that is being fed into your receivers are DD 5.1, whether it has actual 5.1 tracks or not.


fuad

aduhh...dah ada features record la plak...charge lagi....setakat 5 hengget kasik free je la kan baguss...astro dah untung banyak woooo

Hey guys, we are not comparing but i think the starhub is exccllent
The picture quality of starhub better is better and sounds better. im a doctor dunno technical stuff well but i know how to tell the difference. Sumore no interuption during rain. We are using cable point whereas astro using satellite disc.
My mum in malaysia subscribe to HD. She regreted because one of the astro pl told her got TV HD. Now she wants to cancel but have to pay charges.
Even the SD channel at starhub is nice...but overall i think our price is reasonable with so mny channels. OUR HBO no delay. The sound better. The surround better.
It's not about comparing but i pities you guys. You are consumers. i think by the time you have 10 HD channels, i think all of our channel is HD and we might not be payin for extras.
Sorry for my sarcasm.
P.S: If Astro is listening, it's not about making money but making the fans happy.
Cheers

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Added on June 3, 2010, 12:18 pmsorry i meant astro ppl told my mum got TVB HD ad

This post has been edited by Ahteh81: Jun 3 2010, 12:18 PM

ok, let's stop this comparison... as in all things some plus, some minus

However, I like the fact that for Starhub, you only have one subscription and can rent as many decoders as you need, instead of having multiple subscriptions. This is really gouging the customers, Astro.

yes once the govt stop your subsidies i think the astro rent and equipment will shoot up.

You're a doctor? Now I feel pity for Singaporeans for having a doctor who can't even type and spell nicely, what if you spell the wrong prescription? But hell if you're a doctor, I'm a space scientist!

How much time do you guys spend on Astro?

I still don't feel the need to upgrade. Will wait for more new channels.
Although I'm an avid HD-goer. & I'm not saying the crappy YouTube type but the Real Deal.

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Added on June 3, 2010, 12:44 pmYou don't have to be so pumped up do you?

This post has been edited by Chyan: Jun 3 2010, 12:44 PM

something xtra have to pay....its normal ma.....even u ask mamak to put extra lauk on ur nasi, u pay extra rite.....dun 4get, this is oni here but worldwide.....not defending 'they' but its a real world.....

We seriously don't need personal attacks here.

So far the only Malaysian company that can/should compete with Astro is TM Net. Beyond Unifi, they can install FIOS; it's a substantial long-term investment but if they can do it, Astro would seem second rate. Once Astro's monopoly clause is over, TM can launch their own satellites to cover Sabah and Sarawak (limited FIOS access) and regional countries (satellite only). But this discussion is not this thread.


fuad

RM280 is the best price I find for WD Passport AV 320GB from forumer bruceleestore. Anyone found a cheaper source?

is it me only or everyone cannot access to astro byond subscribe form.?

i can't as well, might be website issue.