Connect Multimedia
Windows Media Centre - Home Theatre in one box
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A Windows Media Centre is a specially built computer using Microsoft’s new operating system, Vista. These home entertainment systems don’t look or behave like a normal computer though. You don’t need to be a technical wizz or even know how to use a computer to for that matter. If you can use a remote control to use your DVD player, then you’ll understand how to use this powerful system within minutes of having the remote control in your hand. |
Why choose Windows Media Centre?
Windows Media Centre is home theatre heaven! It can replace all your current DVD, VHS, HD DTV, DVR, PVR and CD players / recorders ect. You can watch and record multiple live high definition television channels at the same time. You can record your favourite TV series every week automatically, even if you’re away from home and then play them back when ever you want. Imagine never having to watch through a commercial break ever again. Simply press fast forward on your remote and the ads gone. You can play DVDs, CDs in a standard system and the new high definition Blu-ray or HD DVD formats in the high end models.
How often do you look at your digital photos?
Since the advent of the digital camera, the idea of having photo albums to flick through seems a distant memory. Bring your digital photo albums off the depths of your office computer hard drive and into your lounge room wall by displaying a slideshow of all your photos on your LCD / Plasma TV. Sounds complicated? It’s not! It takes 10 seconds to achieve even for the worst technophobe. This is a fantastic way to claim your photos back. Have them beautifully displayed on your TV screen when your relaxing in the lounge room or having a party.
No more CDs all over the floor or stereo system!
Imagine no mess of CDs around the stereo or bulky furniture to keep your CD library on hand. “Rip” your CDs on to the Windows Media Centre hard drive and then stash all your CDs in a cupboard, you’ll probably never see them again. You can listen to an album in your music library within seconds of searching for it. Discover tracks you haven’t listened to for years by playing your musics tracks at random. Our standard Windows Media Centre system can hold thousands of CDs on the hard drive.
Can I listen to movies in surround sound when using a Windows Media Centre?
DTS, Dolby Digital 7.1, 6.1 & 5.1 surround sound is supported and can be digitally connected to your existing amplifier and speakers. Place yourself in the middle of the action and feel the sound coming from all direction with digital surround sound, you can’t beat it.
Can I check my emails and surf the net on a Windows Media Centre?
Don’t forget that Windows Media Centre is running on a powerful computer that can do everything and more that your office computer does. You no longer need to go to study / office to check your emails or search the net. Your lounge room / media room LCD TV or Plasma TV becomes your computer monitor and due to it’s size, this allows you to be much further away from the screen than usual. If you wish, you can check your emails, download movies or music, play games and surf the internet while kicking back on the couch.
Can this system connect to my office computer or home network?
With a wired or wireless connection, this Media Centre can talk to all other computers in your home. Sharing photos, music and movies across a network has been made simple and is part of the installation service.
Can I watch programmes I have recorded on the TV in my Bedroom?
With the addition of an “extender” a purpose built Windows Media Centre can send your favourite TV shows, movies, photos or music to any TV / speaker system in your house. Your bedrooms, living room, outdoor area or lounge room could all have access to your main Windows Media Centre system and be used to watch or listen to whatever you want independently of what other people are watching or listening to in any other rooms.
Simplicity with only one remote control!
This system is controlled by one very simple infrared remote control. No other system can offer you this much functionality from one device. Get rid of all those remote controls and get a Windows Media Centre.
Windows Media Centre is home theatre heaven! It can replace all your current DVD, VHS, HD DTV, DVR, PVR and CD players / recorders ect. You can watch and record multiple live high definition television channels at the same time. You can record your favourite TV series every week automatically, even if you’re away from home and then play them back when ever you want. Imagine never having to watch through a commercial break ever again. Simply press fast forward on your remote and the ads gone. You can play DVDs, CDs in a standard system and the new high definition Blu-ray or HD DVD formats in the high end models.
How often do you look at your digital photos?
Since the advent of the digital camera, the idea of having photo albums to flick through seems a distant memory. Bring your digital photo albums off the depths of your office computer hard drive and into your lounge room wall by displaying a slideshow of all your photos on your LCD / Plasma TV. Sounds complicated? It’s not! It takes 10 seconds to achieve even for the worst technophobe. This is a fantastic way to claim your photos back. Have them beautifully displayed on your TV screen when your relaxing in the lounge room or having a party.
No more CDs all over the floor or stereo system!
Imagine no mess of CDs around the stereo or bulky furniture to keep your CD library on hand. “Rip” your CDs on to the Windows Media Centre hard drive and then stash all your CDs in a cupboard, you’ll probably never see them again. You can listen to an album in your music library within seconds of searching for it. Discover tracks you haven’t listened to for years by playing your musics tracks at random. Our standard Windows Media Centre system can hold thousands of CDs on the hard drive.
Can I listen to movies in surround sound when using a Windows Media Centre?
DTS, Dolby Digital 7.1, 6.1 & 5.1 surround sound is supported and can be digitally connected to your existing amplifier and speakers. Place yourself in the middle of the action and feel the sound coming from all direction with digital surround sound, you can’t beat it.
Can I check my emails and surf the net on a Windows Media Centre?
Don’t forget that Windows Media Centre is running on a powerful computer that can do everything and more that your office computer does. You no longer need to go to study / office to check your emails or search the net. Your lounge room / media room LCD TV or Plasma TV becomes your computer monitor and due to it’s size, this allows you to be much further away from the screen than usual. If you wish, you can check your emails, download movies or music, play games and surf the internet while kicking back on the couch.
Can this system connect to my office computer or home network?
With a wired or wireless connection, this Media Centre can talk to all other computers in your home. Sharing photos, music and movies across a network has been made simple and is part of the installation service.
Can I watch programmes I have recorded on the TV in my Bedroom?
With the addition of an “extender” a purpose built Windows Media Centre can send your favourite TV shows, movies, photos or music to any TV / speaker system in your house. Your bedrooms, living room, outdoor area or lounge room could all have access to your main Windows Media Centre system and be used to watch or listen to whatever you want independently of what other people are watching or listening to in any other rooms.
Simplicity with only one remote control!
This system is controlled by one very simple infrared remote control. No other system can offer you this much functionality from one device. Get rid of all those remote controls and get a Windows Media Centre.
| Where can I buy one of these Windows Media Centre Systems? Connect Multimedia is a home theatre installation specialist servicing the Sunshine Coast. Rayman Computer Systems based in Mooloolaba, build and test each system before we install it into your home. Together we ensure that your Media Centre is built, installed correctly and properly integrated into your existing home theatre system. Click here to contact us about a in-home demonstration or receive more information about these systems. |
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