New unit of what??

Price is more or less the same. Do they still offer the free tuner and HDMI cable?

I think this thread is beginning to stray.

The thread topic is "Dvico TViX media player owner, pls come in". Hence, please comment if (a) you own one or (b) are interested in, or thinking of getting one, or © use something which has a similar function and want to compare notes. That's how we can all learn from our experiences of using such devices.

And as was posted earlier, we buy for what we see meets our needs. In the case of the Dvico stuff, it is to play back media files, from audio to SD and HD video, either from onboard hard disk, USB disk or via network streaming. I think we are capable of deciding whether the device is worth our money, and do not need to be told that this is too expensive! This is not a Trade Zone topic...

To kick off the new focussed discussion, I find that I have problems playing back some normal SD avi files, where the audio and video don't seem to sync. It's ok when I play them on my PC. So far, the temporary fix is to convert these avi files to Divx, but it's tedious if you have 6 seasons of Family Guy to convert! Plus others...

Anyone have any experience/ideas/fixes for this?

Anyone interested in setting up a media exchange for HD stuff?

This post has been edited by kkm: Jan 13 2008, 11:04 PM

Of course not, we would never do that.

I just wondered if there were any other enthusiasts out there who could share their knowledge or any other stuff... lol

yep, rx330, there seems to be some length mismatch between audio and video for some avi with mp3 soundtrack. You got a fix?

haha - well that's one workaround...

The 4000/5000 use an older chipset (Sigma 8621 vs 8623), so lesser capabilities in terms of HD file types. If you are just on divx or avi type files, no practical difference...

(I stand ready to be corrected.)

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Added on January 16, 2008, 6:13 pmPlus there is normally a price delta of about rm200 between the 4100 and 5100...

This post has been edited by kkm: Jan 16 2008, 06:13 PM

Your display device must support 1080p (1920x1080). HD-Ready LCDs (usually 1366x768 like mine) can only take 720p and 1080i.

Similarly, a CRT cannot support full HD, especially not on composite, so you should just get a normal SD picture.

Only way out may be to buy a 24 or 30 inch LCD monitor that supports full HD mode.

My Samsung HD950 can upscale to 720p (at least) with component cable...

This post has been edited by kkm: Jan 17 2008, 12:21 PM

I'm thking of using Aztech's 85mbps Homeplug to connect.

I worry that wifi is probably going to be problematic as I have normally 2 PCs and 1 pda already using it.

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Added on January 17, 2008, 3:14 pmLatest fw is 1.3.15.

So far has been stable, but has some issues with certain avi files. mkv and h264 have been very good...

This post has been edited by kkm: Jan 17 2008, 03:14 PM

Looks like you've taken care of the supply side. Now to complete the demand side by getting at least an HD-ready screen, if not a Full HD... Then the 5100 is used to its full potential!

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Added on January 17, 2008, 3:28 pmWhat was your concern about the homeplug?

This post has been edited by kkm: Jan 17 2008, 03:28 PM

Good point, DL DVD blanks are still relatively expensive, over rm10 for the good ones, compared to a buck or so for the single-layer...

Synology, Qnap, etc are expensive options. There is also the 2-bay Linksys NAS box selling at about rm400.

I will be trying out either my cheapo China LAN HD Server (rm180), or my SLUG (Linksys NSLU), when I find the time. Probably connecting thru the Aztech Homeplug. Though, like rx330, concern over power surges is a bit worrying...

Could be interesting...

Check out the Trade Zone, or lelong.com...

nope, but good idea to discuss off-line, maybe via pm...

Just got my first look at the Popcorn Hour 100. Friend of mine brought a sample in from Shenzhen.

It's much cheaper than the 4100/5100 and looks cheaper too! The finishing is like some China boxes I saw in Singapore, not very well-finished.

Now I don't think my 4100 is that much more expensive...

No, my friend works for a MNC, they are looking at some kind of media setup for commercial purposes (malls, hotels, apartments, etc) with this box. It was not for sale...

It seems seem like a good deal, but it's still very new, and the performance (and the chipset) are still unknown. After all, WD is not so experienced in this area. Better to wait for some reviews first.

But then the PH 110 may be a better buy, cost a bit more but capable of built-in HDD, networked play, online stuff and so on.

As for me, I'm still pretty happy playing with my 4100SH and my PH 100...



This post has been edited by kkm: Nov 21 2008, 02:52 PM

This is worrying, mine is not much newer than yours.

Is the box itself still working?