Multimedia, oh Multimedia, be not my master!

Proposed Multimedia Solution for the Slethbridges (First draft)

Audio

MP3s played from hard disc on PC to the Onkyo amp, (or can be sent to the TV speakers from the PC via HDMI. The TV needs to be on for this).

To play on the deck speakers, the Onkyo can be changed manually, and the playlist controlled directly on the PC (to avoid turning on the tv)

Video

Movies played from the PC hard drive (or DVD slot on PC) to the graphics card over HDMI cable to the TV. Sound can either be over this HDMI so the speakers on the TV are used, or the Onkyo can be set to play the sound.

Control of TV is by its own remote control, (and that might be all that is needed for BRAVIA Internet Video  option)

For control of the PC when viewing the TV (in the next room to the PC), a wireless keyboard or universal remote will be required.

Universal Remote Control with touchpad

for example: Logitech Harmony 1000i $540



Wireless keyboard mouse in one

for example: Logitech DiNiova keyboard mouse $290



Graphics Card

for example:  EVGA GeForce GTX 465 HDMI Dual-DVI 1GB   $380



Flatscreen 32"

for example LG 32LD460 $800

or    Sony Bravia KDL-32EX710 $1300

(faster screen refresh - smoother picture, has built-in BRAVIA Internet Video)


or

Suggested checklist when choosing a flat screen:

Fast response time, high contrast

wall mountable VESA

USB input

Memory card input

3.5mm jack input (play direct from iPod)