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Home Theater => Sources => NMTs => Topic started by: TRIPLE H-D on Sep 18, 2009 at 09:58 PM
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brite-Viewtm will be expanding its network to the Philippines through its flagship product, the Cinema Tube.
CinemaTube is 3-in-1: a full 1080p HD media player/streamer/torrent downloader, with up to full 1920X1080HD (1080p) resolution.
It supports multiple Video formats in VCD 1.0/2.0, SVCD, MPEG1 (DAT/MPG/MPEG), MPEG2 (MPG/MPEG/VOB/ISO/IFO/TS/TP)/M2TS, MPEG4 (MP4/AVI/MOV) , DivX 3/4/5/6, Xvid (AVI/MKV), H.264/AVC (TS/AVI/MKV/MOV)/M2TS, VC-1 (TS/AVI/MKV/WMV)/M2TS, WMV9 (WMV), FLV, Real Video 8/9/10 (RM/RMVB * up to 720p); multiple Audio formats including DTS and Dolby Digital. It can play media files off USB storage devices (in NTFS, EXT-3 and FAT32 formats only) or on computers on the same network. It's also UPnP enabled!
It supports ISO files, so you can navigate the DVD menu and watch your video as if there was a regular DVD!
With built-in torrent engine, you can share/download media files on the Internet and enjoy them on your TV, PC free.
It runs on Realtek 1073 chip.
For more information you can visit http://www.brite-view.com/ or http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ycWstMoJ-QY
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Another new tank on the block! :o :o :o
Very promising features. Not bad for its SRP. 8)
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Yes looks good, maganda kung may makatest na pinoydvd NMT user so we can gauge its performance.
Please update us on availability, pricing and local support details.
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Yes looks good, maganda kung may makatest na pinoydvd NMT user so we can gauge its performance.
Please update us on availability, pricing and local support details.
Hi sir ditoy, we will be informing you guys very very soon on when the CinemaTube will be launching. As of now, we are working on a "special" deal for the PinoyDVD users ;)
The CinemaTube will be launched globally. For now, the US will be having its launching date on September 21st 2009. Units have already been sold out coz of the pre-order promo.
Here's one more link for you guys ::) http://www.engadget.com/2009/09/01/brite-views-cinematube-adds-1080p-streaming-youtube-xl-to-the/
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Ok sir keep us updated, kita mo naman kami dito we love these things specially kung maganda price for the community :)
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Price range please
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US$ 99.90 daw sa Pre-order sa Amazon :o
Grabe no? pababa ng pababa..hehehe good for us.
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Hehe mura nga! No place lang din for internal drive but that's definitely the WD TV killer.
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I could foresee..in the near future..baka ang mga sidewalk vendor hinde na DVD ang tinitinda....guess ko baka Hard disk na and mga NMT player na :D
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Tama ka dyan! Or thumbdrives nalang binibenta bundled collections inside
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Price range please
Hi Sir Philander, the SRP for this unit will be around P6500 to 7000 on retail stores. As for pinoydvd users, we will be announcing a "special" promo just for you guys. We are just finalizing our plans as this will strictly be a limited promo :o
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Hehe mura nga! No place lang din for internal drive but that's definitely the WD TV killer.
hahaha. WD TV killer. Nice ;)
here are some more links for you guys
http://www.technology.am/brite-views-new-020442.html
http://www.hdtvpicksblog.com/16718/brite-view%E2%80%99s-cinematube-adds-1080p-streaming-youtube-xl-to-the-mix/
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Tama ka dyan! Or thumbdrives nalang binibenta bundled collections inside
wag naman sana sir ditoy. hahaha. imbes na "DIBIDI boss" magiging "tamb drayb boss" :D
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Here are some pictures of brite-View's CinemaTube
(http://i918.photobucket.com/albums/ad29/kaiboerhdph/10635_132685042342_94172822342_2999.jpg)
(http://i918.photobucket.com/albums/ad29/kaiboerhdph/c_tube_3.jpg)
(http://i918.photobucket.com/albums/ad29/kaiboerhdph/c_tube_4.jpg)
(http://i918.photobucket.com/albums/ad29/kaiboerhdph/c_tube_5.jpg)
(http://i918.photobucket.com/albums/ad29/kaiboerhdph/c_tube_6.jpg)
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add ko pala. For the Philippine market, the package will include an HDMI cable ;D
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nice! dami na pagpipilian.. would you know if it has dts downmixing? ;D ;D
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nice! dami na pagpipilian.. would you know if it has dts downmixing? ;D ;D
yup. DTS downmix na cya sir ;D
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wow another great NMT ;D
benta ko na ata wdtv ko hehehe
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I could foresee..in the near future..baka ang mga sidewalk vendor hinde na DVD ang tinitinda....guess ko baka Hard disk na and mga NMT player na :D
;D ;D ;D , malamang pag naformulate na nung mga pirates ang right packages sometime in the future lilinis na din ang dvd stalls sa quiapo area,,,puro NMT's na ang nasa bangketa...bundled with freebies pipili ka na lang hanggang mapuno ang hdisk mo.. ;D ;D ;D
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Bili ako isa neto in addition to the HD-pro at WDTV. ;D organize ng group buy agad! ;D
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I could foresee..in the near future..baka ang mga sidewalk vendor hinde na DVD ang tinitinda....guess ko baka Hard disk na and mga NMT player na :D
Tama ka dyan! Or thumbdrives nalang binibenta bundled collections inside
wag naman sana sir ditoy. hahaha. imbes na "DIBIDI boss" magiging "tamb drayb boss" :D
;D ;D ;D , malamang pag naformulate na nung mga pirates ang right packages sometime in the future lilinis na din ang dvd stalls sa quiapo area,,,puro NMT's na ang nasa bangketa...bundled with freebies pipili ka na lang hanggang mapuno ang hdisk mo.. ;D ;D ;D
sirs, i know we are a little bit excited with all these nmt products sprouting which is really good for consumers, but please, let's respect the site's rules and keep our thoughts about piracy to the bare minimum. thanks guys, appreciate it. :)
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sirs, if you want to view the User Interface of the CinemaTube. You can visit our youtube channel at http://www.youtube.com/user/wejustclick ;D
As Brite-View will be distributed worldwide, Brite-View will always be updated on the latest firmwares available. So wala naman tayo problema sa firmware support :)
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very interesting
where can we audition this? would love to try it out too and get one if it's ok
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nice... I was waiting for this product when i was in the US, too bad it will be release in the US next week. I wasn't able to wait for the release of this unit. I bought the older model the cinema cube and i find it very easy to use. I will definitely buy this one.
Sir, may i know when will this be available in the market? Is there any discount if I purchase it before it is release in the market? discount for group buy perhaps? ;D ::)
Just in case there's a discount for group buy. I'm signing up for it.
1. Spoon
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Any estimated time of arrival for this unit?
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Hi Triple-H-D,
Ask ko lang, What's the difference between the pre-order unit
Brite View Cinema Tube 3 in 1 unit Model BV-5005HD @ US$ 99.90 and
Amazon.com Brite-View BV-6000P 1080p HD Multimedia Player @ US$ 89.-
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sirs, if you want to view the User Interface of the CinemaTube. You can visit our youtube channel at http://www.youtube.com/user/wejustclick ;D
As Brite-View will be distributed worldwide, Brite-View will always be updated on the latest firmwares available. So wala naman tayo problema sa firmware support :)
The GUI of the Brite-View is exactly the same with that of the HDpro. with 6 titles per page sa display. Sana they can improve on that and add more titles sa display and sana buo yung length of title sa screen like those of PCH and egreat. :)
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I emailed brite-view CS to inquire more about their product including the difference between BV-6000 & BV5005HD, they gave me this link:
Is CinemaTube Available for Pre-order on Amazon for $89?
The short answer is “No.” If you’re asking this question, you probably saw this on Amazon.
We apologize for the confusion – by the look itself, it does look a lot like the CinemaTube. Heck, it bears the same brand name (brite-View)!
(The CinemaTube has the product name, “CinemaTube”, on the box, though.)
However, the BV-6000P is a pure HD media player without networking features.
It does not have a LAN. Therefore, it does not stream videos. It does not download torrents. Users of the BV-6000P will not be able to enjoy some of the entainment/education content we provide in the future. That’s why it’s priced a bit lower.
So if you’re like me, you must be excited about all these new media players available in the market. There so many to choose from now! And sometimes, you want to introduce them to your friends and family, or give one away as a gift.
I think the CinemaTube would be a great “gift” to yourself if you want to stream YouTube, Hulu or Netflix, and download movie/music sometimes. The BV-6000P would be a great gift, say, for your mom, if she just wants to watch a movie every once in a while or look at the pictures from the Alaska cruise trip your dad and her had together – on TV.
Other important details:
The CinemaTube will only be available through online channels and through e-tailers. We take care of any service/refund/return through [email protected].
The BV-6000P is, however, imported by another agent (that’s why BV-6000P is not seen on www.brite-view.com) and may become available in retail stores later. We would not be able take care of the customer service for BV-6000P at [email protected]. Please see the place you buy it from for customer service.
You can still email us at [email protected] if you have any questions. We’d love to hear from you.
http://briteview.wordpress.com/2009/09/15/is-cinematube-available-for-pre-order-on-amazon-for-89/
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may I kindly ask if this has internet radio tuning capability?
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sama ako sa group buy ng pinoydvd members para may discount! :D
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@ shiranui and frootloops - with regards to the availablity here in the philippines. It will approximately be delayed by a month from the US release
@ spoon - We will officially unfold tomorrow the official promo for the CinemaTube. abang abang lang sir ;D
@ essence - the Briteview 6000P model doesnt have networking capabilities, its made purely for playback purposes only. The 5005 model has networking capabilities. So you can connect to the internet with it. We will be releasing only the 5005 here, of course we all want the one with networking capabilities ;D
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@ramgos - Hi sir, if there are updates or developments with regards to modifying the GUI, I will inform it to you right away. Actually the CinemaTube originally had YouTube on their networking functions. But somehow google/youtube heard about it and apparently didnt want their website to be on the CinemaTube coz it violated their "terms of services". So they had youtube removed "for now" ;D
@jackryan - for now it is still not available. But knowing the Realtek Chip's capability, I'm sure that they will be available soon.
@darth_rye - We will make the official announcement tomorrow.... wala kasing office ngayon ;) but i can assure you, it will be an exciting promo:)
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Here are the specs pala for the CinemaTube
(http://i918.photobucket.com/albums/ad29/kaiboerhdph/bv5005_specification.jpg)
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sama ako sa group buy sir!
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Here are the specs pala for the CinemaTube
(http://i918.photobucket.com/albums/ad29/kaiboerhdph/bv5005_specification.jpg)
You forgot to include the following restrictions that is posted on the website.
"Notes
1. Those media formats not indicated as "Supported Formats" cannot be guaranteed run properly on the CinemaTube. For example, under "WMV", only "WMV9" is supported but not "WMV7/8".
2. Media formats that can be supported but with limitation:
--M-JPEG:support up to 640x480x30p
--FLV(h.263): 352x288(maybe higher; no testing material to confirm)
--RMVB:support up to 720p
--the 7.1-channel surround sound can be decoded, but only downmixed and output to 2 channels.
3. Media files protected by DRM are not supported with current software version.
4. Hard drive format not supported with current software version: HFS (Mac)
5. Only media files located on the USB storage device attached to the BV-5005HD can be added to the playlist. Users cannot add media files located on the remote PC or through UPnP support. "
Will all the issues above be applicable to the units sold here?
How will the warranty be applied here and how long?
Is there a physical store location that we can go to to get defective units fixed? I'm hoping somewhere in Ortigas as I live in QC.
If I connect a USB wifi dongle to the USB port, will I be able to connect to my home Wifi network? My PC is located in the next room so its a hassle to put down cable.
How is the heat? The location I will be using this in does not have an Air-conditioner, so can you assure us that it will not overheat if I use it for 16Hrs continuously, everyday.
Other players had issues with continuing from pause or rewinding or fast forwarding, has this issue been addressed?
Does it have any issues if I start playing a movie and then move the time bar, say to the 25th minute of the movie? Some player are said to have issues with stuff like that.
Does it have a browser so I can surf the net without the use of a PC?
Can you give us a PQ sample, is it as good or better than WDTV HD and HDpro?
Can it play RAW audio formats like flac?
Can it play Internet radio?
Can I make a custom playlists so that I can simply choose several movies or music then just play all of them in succession or shuffled?
Can I make and install custom applications? If so, what programming language does it use? Does it have an application development kit?
If you can keep the price about 6000 then sama ako sa group buy na rin. Also please include the vertical stand like the CinemaCube has, please.
Sorry for all the questions, I'm just really excited and curious about NMTs and this one in particular since its seems to be within my budget range.
TIA
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@knefut - Group Buy starts now! sorry for the delay. sabi ko kasi nung monday kahapon ko a announce! hehe. d ako naka log in ;D
@SpdrMky77 - answers to the following questions
- For the warranty, we have one year coverage on parts and labor. But if the unit is proven to have a factory defect within 15 days from the date of purchase, then we will replace it with a new unit
For online buyers, you can PM me if you have any problems with the unit. If you bought it from a retail store (once we’ve released it to the market) , then the process would be for you to leave the unit to the store where you bought it from, and when its already fixed then you can pick it up there again.
- For the USB wifi dongle, there is a compatible model that you can use for the CinemaTube which can be found on this link http://www.brite-view.com/cinematube.php. But you can try using your own wi fi dongle to see whether its compatible or not. We’re trying to work out on having the compatible wi-fi dongle brought in here too
- Sorry sir, the CinemaTube will not include a stand like what CinemaCube had, I’ll try to ask them about it but I highly doubt that they will release something like that in the near future for the CinemaTube
- As for the price being lower than 6500….your wish is our command ;D
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so how much is the group buy price? para ma start na ang pila. :)
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so how much is the group buy price? para ma start na ang pila. :)
+1. P6,000?
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does it play the full iso files? menu, chapters etc of the dvd file?
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oopps..kita ko na sagot sa first post hehe
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@nogie- not 6k, but 5800! SRP for this once this has been released to the market will be 7000 as we are already in talks with major computer shops
@disturbed-yes, it will play dvd or iso files. although i havent personally checked it though ;)
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please post reservation in this thread opened by triple h-d to avoid confusion on the list.
http://www.pinoydvd.com/index.php?topic=102466.0 (http://www.pinoydvd.com/index.php?topic=102466.0)
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checked the site..the gui looks much like of the HD-Pro..tempting group buy price..need to get liste na ata
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This just in..... Firmware update for the CinemaTube... MAC COMPATIBILITY!!!!
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I think out of all the realtek-based media players coming out sa market. the CinemaTube only has the torrent download feature. hehehe. Correct me if im mistaken though ;D
checked the site..the gui looks much like of the HD-Pro..tempting group buy price..need to get liste na ata
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This just in..... Firmware update for the CinemaTube... MAC COMPATIBILITY!!!!
hmmmm.... parang mac tv na ito ah. ;D
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hmmmm.... parang mac tv na ito ah. ;D
yun yun eh! :o 8)
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meron na ba unit locally where we can test it? just want to compare the pq of the wdtv
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This just in..... Firmware update for the CinemaTube... MAC COMPATIBILITY!!!!
Oh thank God! ;D
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^mards ayun oh! hehehe ayan na pipila na yan ;D
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Oh thank God! ;D
sir mac,
pila na! ;D
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At this price (5.8k) count me in sa group buy! :D
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Triple H-D, do you have a demo unit that any of pinoydvd user can test? The HDPro has a long list of orders already because of the good feedback from those who has it, like me :) If somebody experienced with various NMTs can confirm how good the CinemaTube performs, then for sure dami magoorder.
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Ok ito! Yong nakalista sa HD-pro kasama rin sa pila dito. ;D
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Ows? haha basta bibilhin nyo yung dalawang models ok yun. Kasi dyahe to backout once you sign up.
Ako kasi dun nalang sa tested na model and I prefer one with internal HD. Malamang though this performs almost the same as the HD Pro since they use the same chip. And this is cheaper a bit so it is an attractive option! Magkakatalo nalang yan sa PQ, built, and GUI vs HD Pro.
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oo nga sir ditoy..sana me local unit or demo unit dito..kahit nasa pamp ung wdtv ko eh dadalhin ko for testing haha
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The Cinematube 5005 user manual states that the unit allows network file sharing. Does this mean we can copy/delete/move file from one drive/folder to another and vice-versa? ???
Btw, the HD-Pro allows the copy function and might make me think twice what model to buy or to just buy both... hehe.
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im following the thread on the avsforums...there is a brite view rep there who answers all the questions..you can also report a bug to him..since its a new player medyo buggy din sya..but I hope that when the product arrives here eh ok na ung mga outstanding issues
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this is definitely better than wdtv based on the features and definitely cheaper
saw the group buy thread and was surprised na madami na nagpa-reserve......i'll wait muna till I actually see the output of the video
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@ shiranui and frootloops - with regards to the availablity here in the philippines. It will approximately be delayed by a month from the US release
@ spoon - We will officially unfold tomorrow the official promo for the CinemaTube. abang abang lang sir ;D
@ essence - the Briteview 6000P model doesnt have networking capabilities, its made purely for playback purposes only. The 5005 model has networking capabilities. So you can connect to the internet with it. We will be releasing only the 5005 here, of course we all want the one with networking capabilities ;D
Thanks for the prompt reply. Last question, it doesn't show in its specs and aside from it not being capable of networking? but does the 6000P handles MKV?
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Thank you for all the responses. I will try to answer all of the questions here whether relevant or irrelevant sa CinemaTube. hehehe.
@disturbed-For now, we only have limited units, as we are also conducting test on it (to make sure its really really good). We are in talks now with some of the major PC stores in the Philippines.
@macdon - I know your frustration sir mac, as I have a friend who has a 60inch LCD tv who can't use a NMT kasi MAC user ;D We're testing it now just to make sure there are no bugs on the new firmware.
@ditoy_eagle - For now, we only have 2 demo units. The other one is being tested while the other one is with a magazine publication. We will be shipping in 5 more unit by next next week if possible. so we're willing to lend one unit to a pinoydvd who can make a review for us here ;)
@bluebeard - the answer is yes 8)
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@disturbed - yes, brite-view is quite active sa avsforums. And they are very active in terms of releasing new firmwares
@jazzyjake - Thank you sir for answering on my behalf , truly appreciate it :-* hahaha. In any case, will you be willing to test out the CinemaTube once the 2nd batch of demo comes in? Just to show my appreciation for helping me out in answering. hehe
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Brader Jake, magka-iba daw yung 6000P and 3-1. Just confirming lang with TRIPLE H-D since baka kulang yung nasa ibang site. Maybe some doesn't need the networking so the playback alone will do, so the 6000P is a best buy kung MKV capable siya.
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We will be shipping in 5 more unit by next next week if possible. so we're willing to lend one unit to a pinoydvd who can make a review for us here ;)
I recommend sir Barrister (kung okey lang sa kanya) ;D. He makes a very comprehensive, untiring review on the WDTV when it was launch late last year. ;D
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Brader Jake, magka-iba daw yung 6000P and 3-1. Just confirming lang with TRIPLE H-D since baka kulang yung nasa ibang site. Maybe some doesn't need the networking so the playback alone will do, so the 6000P is a best buy kung MKV capable siya.
Gusto ko rin ma-confirm ito, mabagal kasi internet ko at hindi ko kailangan ang networking capabilities.
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my bad brader froots... passive reading. anyway, what i quoted was for BV-5005HD
No problem at all brader... ;)
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@frootloops & nogie- for now, only the networking one will be available in the market, which is the BV-5005, if there is enough demand for the BV6000, then maybe we can consider it.
@nogie- If sir barrister is willing then we're good to go! test na! haha
@jazzyjake - that would be cool
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2. let's have one of our good members here host an NMT shootout, also maybe vs. the new PS3 slim and the pch c200. our kagawad iiinas maybe able to help us here.
hmmm.... since pumila si sir mark sa hd pro, mukhang magandang shoot-out subjects itong mga new bang for the buck nmts na ito. it would be great to see old sigma based chip nmts (pch 110, and egreat 32 & 34), new sigma based (pch c200) and these realtek based chip perform versus each other.
:)
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wow..I would really like to attend that shoot out..maybe someone can consolidate a checklist for testing..pq, boot up, browsing, playback, file compatibility etc
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Wrote below and got a reply from Brite-View website:
Re: Inquiry from website
On Wed, Sep 23, 2009 at 2:10 AM, Bluebeard wrote:
Good day!
Regarding the Brite-view Cinematube 5005, does the unit allow copy/delete/move functions in network file sharing mode?
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Dear Customer,
The current version of the CinemaTube can not support this feature. The chip maker has released the code and we will implement it into the CinemaTube in the near future. This feature can be updated via software.
best,
Cinematube support team
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hmmm.... since pumila si sir mark sa hd pro, mukhang magandang shoot-out subjects itong mga new bang for the buck nmts na ito. it would be great to see old sigma based chip nmts (pch 110, and egreat 32 & 34), new sigma based (pch c200) and these realtek based chip perform versus each other.
:)
Yes sir, please organize a meet for this. I can bring the HD Pro too :). Maganda if we also have huge files with DTS-HD or Dolby True HD encoding para to the max na yung testing ng performance.
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Mga Braders... Sama po ako dian planning to buy my own NMT pero di pa makapagdecide... Cool siguro kung uupuan natin yung mga NMT para makita natin pros and cons niya... Test it Baby!! YEAH
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Mga Sirs!
Pwede po bang sumali? want to have my first NMT unit and experience its full HD features. Para na din ang unit na mabili ko sure na the best bang for the bucks. Thanks!
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hmmm.... since pumila si sir mark sa hd pro, mukhang magandang shoot-out subjects itong mga new bang for the buck nmts na ito. it would be great to see old sigma based chip nmts (pch 110, and egreat 32 & 34), new sigma based (pch c200) and these realtek based chip perform versus each other.
:)
Sinasabak pala ako ni kagawad! Wala ako choice, baka ma-ban ako. ;D ;D
Actually, meron naman ako egreat 31b and wdtv + the hdpro. Someone has to bring other units.
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Sinasabak pala ako ni kagawad! Wala ako choice, baka ma-ban ako. ;D ;D
Actually, meron naman ako egreat 31b and wdtv + the hdpro. Someone has to bring other units.
sorry sir mark. ;D
nag paalam ako dun sa speaker wire cables thread, sabay na yang blind test ng raon vs branded na yan. :)
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sorry sir mark. ;D
nag paalam ako dun sa speaker wire cables thread, sabay na yang blind test ng raon vs branded na yan. :)
Hehe. Mukhang maraming interesado sa NMT shoot-out. Extra na lang ang Raon vs. Monster speaker wire blind test pero masaya rin yun. ;D
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Hehe. Mukhang maraming interesado sa NMT shoot-out. Extra na lang ang Raon vs. Monster speaker wire blind test pero masaya rin yun. ;D
Sama rin ako dyan, if schedule permits ;D
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Hehe. Mukhang maraming interesado sa NMT shoot-out. Extra na lang ang Raon vs. Monster speaker wire blind test pero masaya rin yun. ;D
dala ako 31A, ako lang ata meron nito dito. ;D
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Parang may contest ang cinematube and hd-pro for the soon to be most popular NMT. Hinahabol na ang e-great.
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Parang may contest ang cinematube and hd-pro for the soon to be most popular NMT. Hinahabol na ang e-great.
Onga, I'm sure nagdadalwang isip yung maraming tao jan hehe!!! Ang advantage ng HDPro for now is parating na sya. ::)
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posted this question on another thread
is there an NMT where it can automatically break down movies into chapters or when FF it can skip to say like 10 mins or something..
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is there an NMT where it can automatically break down movies into chapters or when FF it can skip to say like 10 mins or something..
Hi Disturbed, the Egreat jumps 10% - 90% by a single press of the remote button...Hindi automatic of course.
I have been checking the specs of the "similar" looking CinemaTube in Amazon; the one that costs $89. The specs posted in Amazon are quite iffy especially in terms of playback capability. Parehong pareho lang ba ang ang playback functions between that model 6000 something I think and this one with network functions?
Thanks!
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Hi Disturbed, the Egreat jumps 10% - 90% by a single press of the remote button...Hindi automatic of course.
I have been checking the specs of the "similar" looking CinemaTube in Amazon; the one that costs $89. The specs posted in Amazon are quite iffy especially in terms of playback capability. Parehong pareho lang ba ang ang playback functions between that model 6000 something I think and this one with network functions?
Thanks!
Our query regarding mkv playback capability of model 6000 is not answered yet by TripleHD. I emailed Brite-view CS to ask the same. Sana sagutin nila. ;D
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Our query regarding mkv playback capability of model 6000 is not answered yet by TripleHD. I emailed Brite-view CS to ask the same. Sana sagutin nila. ;D
Sana nga ma-verify because I have the chance to get this from Amazon until next week, if that Amazon model can actually handle MKV. Kaso puro disclaimer ang posted details. I have no need for networking and torrent functions.
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Hehe. Mukhang maraming interesado sa NMT shoot-out. Extra na lang ang Raon vs. Monster speaker wire blind test pero masaya rin yun. ;D
kaabang-abang na event to ser! :D
sana po kasama yung naka perfect sa HD sound blindtest :D
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@ sir clondakin and sir nogie - I've actually emailed them about this. They will send me a full specs and capabilities of the BV-6000P. I'm sorry that i can't answer your question for now as we only planned to release the BV-5005 here. I will get back to you as soon as i can. Thank you
I would like to invite 5 people here who wants to see and test the CinemaTube unit. Para me feedback lang sa mga members ng pinoydvd ;) Venue will be at my place (since walang TV sa office ;D). sorry mga bro kng limited lang yng slot since my place ain't that big.
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@ nogie and clondakin - just got a reply from the manufacturers. The difference BV6000P and BV5005 is this and i quote "BV-6000P is a pure media player only, apart from the torrent download and the UPNP feature (network features) which BV-5005 can provide, they are essentially the same". Hope this clear things up :)
@ sir clondakin and sir nogie - I've actually emailed them about this. They will send me a full specs and capabilities of the BV-6000P. I'm sorry that i can't answer your question for now as we only planned to release the BV-5005 here. I will get back to you as soon as i can. Thank you
I would like to invite 5 people here who wants to see and test the CinemaTube unit. Para me feedback lang sa mga members ng pinoydvd ;) Venue will be at my place (since walang TV sa office ;D). sorry mga bro kng limited lang yng slot since my place ain't that big.
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Thanks Triple H-D to your PM, I sent a reply, regards!
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@ nogie and clondakin - just got a reply from the manufacturers. The difference BV6000P and BV5005 is this and i quote "BV-6000P is a pure media player only, apart from the torrent download and the UPNP feature (network features) which BV-5005 can provide, they are essentially the same". Hope this clear things up :)
Thanks for the information sir. 8)
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ayan test na yan sir..game game..san ba place na yan? ;D
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I can schedule it on saturday this week or next week, basta weekend. para makita niyo yng PQ quality. Location malapit sa Robinson's Manila. I will give the exact address once the list have been filled up.
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ayan test na yan sir..game game..san ba place na yan? ;D
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Sir ano oras ba puede matest? Can i bring my other nmts for comaprison? I am also interested kasi sa unit e
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pag weekends im available ng afternoon. flexible naman. bsta wag lang gabi or madaling araw. :D yes, you can bring it if you want to compare 8)
Sir ano oras ba puede matest? Can i bring my other nmts for comaprison? I am also interested kasi sa unit e
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well my real concern right now is the playback function and how it plays the file and esp the PQ..I have no interest yet on the network capability or torrent but its a nice function to have in the future..
how did your group test this product sir?
I can bring a WDTV kung mkakasama
I hope the gurus that signed up for the group buy would sign up for this..much respect is given to them and with regards to their opinions
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Excerpt from AVSForum
" NTFS HDD users may experience unsmooth HD video playback w/ CinemaTube; we are working on this issue and it can be solved by firmware update by end of Sep. FAT32 HDDs should be ok."
http://twitter.com/briteview"
Hi Triple H-D, Im not trying to put down this product. In fact, I am very interested hence Im investigating as much as I can before deciding which of the new players in the market is the most suitable for my needs. Plain and simple, I need the most powerful one in terms of playback. Hence, your feedback would be very helpful.
As you know, NTFS HDD is a MUST for storing high def movies. How's your test units performing so far? What kind of files have you tested? (please dont mention the titles but technical info (video bit rate, audiostream, etc.) would be appreciated. Thanks.
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I can schedule it on saturday this week or next week, basta weekend. para makita niyo yng PQ quality. Location malapit sa Robinson's Manila. I will give the exact address once the list have been filled up.
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Ang lapit nyo sa bahay ko (Leon Guinto, near Padre Faura). If you want, I could host the EB. Ok rin sa akin Saturday. We would use a 133" diagonal screen and Sony VPL-VW100 projector. This way, kita talaga ang difference in picture quality. Kapag small screen kasi, paminsan d mo mapansin differences. I also have an egreat 31b and a WDTV so we could compare the 3.
But this would be a very informal EB. No blind test. Magulo yun.
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Saya nito... kaso limited seat... paubaya ko na lang sa mga expert.. sana maganda review...
@ streetsmart kung kayo host pede na ba ako sumama hehe.. taga libertad lang ako lapit lang ako...
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Excerpt from AVSForum
" NTFS HDD users may experience unsmooth HD video playback w/ CinemaTube; we are working on this issue and it can be solved by firmware update by end of Sep. FAT32 HDDs should be ok."
http://twitter.com/briteview"
Hi Triple H-D, Im not trying to put down this product. In fact, I am very interested hence Im investigating as much as I can before deciding which of the new players in the market is the most suitable for my needs. Plain and simple, I need the most powerful one in terms of playback. Hence, your feedback would be very helpful.
As you know, NTFS HDD is a MUST for storing high def movies. How's your test units performing so far? What kind of files have you tested? (please dont mention the titles but technical info (video bit rate, audiostream, etc.) would be appreciated. Thanks.
I am following this product too esp the thread on the avsforums..someone also commented on that regarding the NTFS format since hidef files are 4G above..
posted by briteview
Hi all, thanks for all the questions and I'll get back one-by-one in just a bit. Just want to annouce that the latest firmware (version 500510099161) available on our website (the "Support" page) has made HFS+ drives compatible, and fixed the problem with NTFS drives.
Here's a detailed list:
1. Support HFS+ filesystem.
2. Support video resume playback.
3. Support AAC 6CH.
4. Remove L/R option from OSD.
5. Improve video playback performance for NTFS hard drive.
6. Subtitle size and position indication.
7. Step by step to use setup wizard.
8. Support external subtitle for MKV files.
mukhang ok na sa bagong firmware
I am wating there for someone to test it with an HD audio
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@macdon - I know your frustration sir mac, as I have a friend who has a 60inch LCD tv who can't use a NMT kasi MAC user ;D We're testing it now just to make sure there are no bugs on the new firmware.
Thanks for the response Triple H-D.
While my primary concern is just playback, being mac compatible sure is a plus! ;)
Enticing really, but would greatly appreciate any consideration on a demo if connected to a PJ :)
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Ang lapit nyo sa bahay ko (Leon Guinto, near Padre Faura). If you want, I could host the EB. Ok rin sa akin Saturday. We would use a 133" diagonal screen and Sony VPL-VW100 projector. This way, kita talaga ang difference in picture quality. Kapag small screen kasi, paminsan d mo mapansin differences. I also have an egreat 31b and a WDTV so we could compare the 3.
But this would be a very informal EB. No blind test. Magulo yun.
i can also bring my hd pro sir! basta payag kayo na isama ako sa EB :)
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Got this message from Zinnet
From: Service5 Zinnet [mailto:[email protected]]
Sent: Friday, September 25, 2009 11:07 AM
Subject: Re: Brite View BV6000p Vs Cinematube 3 In 1
Dear Customer,
BV-6000P is carried by our reseller in US who will be responsible for customer service. As of now, it's pretty much the same as CinemaTube without networking feature. However, we won't continue to develop or improve BV-6000P as we do with the CinemaTube, because it's a trial case for the reseller.
I interpret this na malabo ang FW update sa 6000 model. That's fine if the current product is already 100% reliable in terms of playback. If not, oh well. It seems the 5005 model is the "safer" choice.
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Saya nito... kaso limited seat... paubaya ko na lang sa mga expert.. sana maganda review...
@ streetsmart kung kayo host pede na ba ako sumama hehe.. taga libertad lang ako lapit lang ako...
i can also bring my hd pro sir! basta payag kayo na isama ako sa EB :)
This really depends on Triple H-D .. It's his EB. Don't know what he wants.
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I hope this can also be tested with an Ext2/3 formatted HD. ::)
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oo nga..actually the EB of TripleHD is not an NMT shootout..its a matter of an extensive review on the product..just like what ditoy_eagle did with the HD-Pro..
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@ Sir disturbed - so far, we've tested all the features of the CinemaTube. We've tested the UPNP with Tversity program, watched youtube, downloaded torrent files, played music, viewed pictures.We've tried playing M2TS files na rin. Kulang nalang yng DVD, we'll be testing it this weekend with an external usb dvd rom.
@ Sir Clondalkin - These are the files that been tested so far
Mpeg1: Ok / Max Pixel 720×576
Mpeg2: Ok / Max Pixel 1920×1080p,Max bitrate 60m Bytes
H.264: Ok / Max Pixel 1920×1080p,Max bitrate 40m Bytes
RealVideo8/9/10: Ok / Max Pixel 1280×720p,Max bitrate 1m Bytes
Xvid: Ok / Max Pixel 1920×1080p,Max bitrate 50m Bytes
Divx3.x: Ok / Max Pixel 1920×1080p,Max bitrate 50m Bytes
Divx4.x: Ok / Max Pixel 1920×1080p,Max bitrate 50m Bytes
Divx5.x: Ok / Max Pixel 1920×1080p,Max bitrate 50m Bytes
Divx6.x: Ok / Max Pixel 1920×1080p,Max bitrate 50m Bytes
Vc-1/Wmv9: Ok / Max Pixel 1920×1080p,Max bitrate 40m Bytes
WMV: Ok / Max Pixel 1920×1080p,Max bitrate 40m Bytes
Mp3 Layer1: 8-48khz,32Kbps-448kbps
Mp3 Layer2: 8-48khz,32Kbps-384kbps
Mp3 Layer3: 8-48khz,32Kbps-320kbps
Mpeg2.5: 8-48khz,32Kbps-160kbps
Wma: 8-48khz,32Kbps-192kbps
Pcm,Lpcm: 8-96khz,8/16/24 bit
Pcm,Ima-Adpcm: 8-96khz,4 bit
Pcm,Ms-Adpcm: 8-96khz,4 bit
Pcm,A-Law: 8-96khz,8 bit
Pcm,U-Law: 8-96khz,8 bit
Ac3: 32/44.1/48khz
Jpeg/Jpg Photos with resolutions up to 8000×8000
Bmp Photos with resolutions up to 8000×8000
Tiff Photos with resolutions up to 8000×8000
Png Photos with resolutions up to 8000×8000
Gif Photos with resolutions up to 8000×8000
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@ sir streetsmart - I'm ok with that ;D I can actually bring the unit to you if you'd like to test it out first. PM me nalang.
@ sir klapangan - I've already talked with some of the more "senior" members of Pinoydvd. Will be asking them to review the product ;)
@ sir macdon - we'll be testing the CinemaTube this weekend with a mac :) we'll update you
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@ clondalkin - i do agree with you on the constant FW update on the BV-5005 as compared to the 6000.
@ sir jerix - we've already tested it with linux formatted hard drive. No problem with it ;)
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\ These are the files that been tested so far
Mpeg2: Ok / Max Pixel 1920×1080p,Max bitrate 60m Bytes
H.264: Ok / Max Pixel 1920×1080p,Max bitrate 40m Bytes
RealVideo8/9/10: Ok / Max Pixel 1280×720p,Max bitrate 1m Bytes
Xvid: Ok / Max Pixel 1920×1080p,Max bitrate 50m Bytes
Divx3.x: Ok / Max Pixel 1920×1080p,Max bitrate 50m Bytes
Divx4.x: Ok / Max Pixel 1920×1080p,Max bitrate 50m Bytes
Divx5.x: Ok / Max Pixel 1920×1080p,Max bitrate 50m Bytes
Divx6.x: Ok / Max Pixel 1920×1080p,Max bitrate 50m Bytes
Vc-1/Wmv9: Ok / Max Pixel 1920×1080p,Max bitrate 40m Bytes
WMV: Ok / Max Pixel 1920×1080p,Max bitrate 40m Bytes
These have been actually tested by you? No disrespect but are you sure of the video bitrates? Ive seen 35-45mbps video bitrates for 40-50GB BD rips. H.264, rarely anything above 20mpbs.
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@Sir Clondalkin - our US counterpart have tested all of this. As for us, we've tested it on the usual files that have been circulating around here, and there has been no problem with regards to playback. If you have files that you want to check out. We can organize a product demo for it.
These have been actually tested by you? No disrespect but are you sure of the video bitrates? Ive seen 35-45mbps video bitrates for 40-50GB BD rips. H.264, rarely anything above 20mpbs.
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@Sir Clondalkin - our US counterpart have tested all of this. As for us, we've tested it on the usual files that have been circulating around here, and there has been no problem with regards to playback. If you have files that you want to check out. We can organize a product demo for it.
Thanks for the clarification Triple H-D. I'll wait for further feedback from your planned EB. Sana matuloy agad yung product tests nyo.
Yeah, definitely planning to test this model (and the HD-Pro) with some of the files I keep, pero sa Xmas vacation pa yon.
All the best!
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quoted from avsforums from brite-view
@disturbed: no, BV-6000P has its own firmware.
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@ sir jerix - we've already tested it with linux formatted hard drive. No problem with it ;)
Ok nice to know bro. Thanks ;D
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hi i've been looking for an nmt and asked the same query in another thread, anyway, can this directly save a downloaded torrent to an external hard drive? also, can i share the files over the network, let's say i have another nmt at my bedroom but my hard drive is connected to this in my living room, can the files be shared and detected?
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This is an open invitation to Pinoydvd members.
I would like to invite everyone here to come and check the unit out for themselves. Sir Streetsmart has been kind enough to offer his place as the venue to test the CinemaTube as he has a home theatre with a huge 133" diagonal screen and a Sony VPL-VW100 projector ;D In order to properly check the PQ that the CinemaTube can produce.
As sir streetsmart suggested, the scheduled EB will be this Saturday, Oct. 3 at 3pm. MAX people that we can accomodate will be around 8. Venue is Leon Guinto, near Padre Faura, Ermita, Manila. Snacks and drinks will be provided. Pero dala na rin kayo ng food para busog tayo lahat ;D
Kindly PM me or post on the list below if you want to reserve a sit
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This is an open invitation to Pinoydvd members.
I would like to invite everyone here to come and check the unit out for themselves. Sir Streetsmart has been kind enough to offer his place as the venue to test the CinemaTube as he has a home theatre with a huge 133" diagonal screen and a Sony VPL-VW100 projector ;D In order to properly check the PQ that the CinemaTube can produce.
As sir streetsmart suggested, the scheduled EB will be this Saturday, Oct. 3 at 3pm. MAX people that we can accomodate will be around 8. Venue is Leon Guinto, near Padre Faura, Ermita, Manila. Snacks and drinks will be provided. Pero dala na rin kayo ng food para busog tayo lahat ;D
Kindly PM me or post on the list below if you want to reserve a sit
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As for the exact venue and how to get there. I will PM you once you've signed up ;) Thanks everyone. Hope to see you there!
Correct natin ito. I will provide soft drinks and crackers. ;D People are expected to bring their own snacks -- contribution naman lang. Pwede rin to bring some beer or red wine. ;D
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Sir Streetsmart, I will bring snacks too ;)
Correct natin ito. I will provide soft drinks and crackers. ;D People are expected to bring their own snacks -- contribution naman lang. Pwede rin to bring some beer or red wine. ;D
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hi sir streetsmart.. ano tests gagawin?
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This is an open invitation to Pinoydvd members.
I would like to invite everyone here to come and check the unit out for themselves. Sir Streetsmart has been kind enough to offer his place as the venue to test the CinemaTube as he has a home theatre with a huge 133" diagonal screen and a Sony VPL-VW100 projector ;D In order to properly check the PQ that the CinemaTube can produce.
As sir streetsmart suggested, the scheduled EB will be this Saturday, Oct. 3 at 3pm. MAX people that we can accomodate will be around 8. Venue is Leon Guinto, near Padre Faura, Ermita, Manila. Snacks and drinks will be provided. Pero dala na rin kayo ng food para busog tayo lahat ;D
Kindly PM me or post on the list below if you want to reserve a sit
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As for the exact venue and how to get there. I will PM you once you've signed up ;) Thanks everyone. Hope to see you there!
another kaabang abang na EB 'to
can't wait to learn the results
good luck to all!
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hi sir streetsmart.. ano tests gagawin?
No real tests. Just watch this NMT and then compare it to other NMT's. Very informal. It's not a blind test. Very subjective. And then get the subjective views of those who watched. :)
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This is an open invitation to Pinoydvd members.
I would like to invite everyone here to come and check the unit out for themselves. Sir Streetsmart has been kind enough to offer his place as the venue to test the CinemaTube as he has a home theatre with a huge 133" diagonal screen and a Sony VPL-VW100 projector ;D In order to properly check the PQ that the CinemaTube can produce.
As sir streetsmart suggested, the scheduled EB will be this Saturday, Oct. 3 at 3pm. MAX people that we can accomodate will be around 8. Venue is Leon Guinto, near Padre Faura, Ermita, Manila. Snacks and drinks will be provided. Pero dala na rin kayo ng food para busog tayo lahat ;D
Kindly PM me or post on the list below if you want to reserve a sit
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As for the exact venue and how to get there. I will PM you once you've signed up ;) Thanks everyone. Hope to see you there!
Hi, Sir Streetmart & TRIPLE H-D,
Interested to attend and Test ng CinemaTube, pwede ba sumali.
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Hi, Sir Streetmart & TRIPLE H-D,
Interested to attend and Test ng CinemaTube, pwede ba sumali.
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sir streetmart
do you have HD move files or any HD files that have HD audio encoded in it..DTS-MA, TruHD etc? that is what I really want to find out if that can stream it to a capable receiver..
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sir streetmart
do you have HD move files or any HD files that have HD audio encoded in it..DTS-MA, TruHD etc? that is what I really want to find out if that can stream it to a capable receiver..
My receiver can decode HD audio but I don't have any files with HD audio. If someone can bring an external hdd with these files, that would be great.
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ill try to download some stuff on HD demo world..
anybody have pure BDrips out there? sana someone kind enough can give us a file :D
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@ disturbed - i think i have one. Will try to check later if its been downsized or not. hehe
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I'm really curious to check this Cinema Tube in person.
And visit streetsmarts theater again.
However, my cousins from Bacolod are here.
I'll just wait nalang for your impressions, it's my bday next month I might just gift this to myself ;D
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Can i be temporarily be counted sir mark? Hirap talaga pag ON Call ang work at times. Ive been in hibernation mode for a while.
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Can i be temporarily be counted sir mark? Hirap talaga pag ON Call ang work at times. Ive been in hibernation mode for a while.
Hi Doc! Sure, lagay ka namin sa list. :)
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dowloaded m2ts file with HD audio on demo world.. both TrueHD and DTS-HD..
san po location nyo sir streetmart? pede ako mg drop sir..hindi naman cguro mahirap i commute papunta dyan :D
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dowloaded m2ts file with HD audio on demo world.. both TrueHD and DTS-HD..
san po location nyo sir streetmart? pede ako mg drop sir..hindi naman cguro mahirap i commute papunta dyan :D
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For those that will attend the mini EB on sat.
I will PM you the full details (address, time, contact etc.) by tonight. Thanks guys!
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For those that will attend the mini EB on sat.
I will PM you the full details (address, time, contact etc.) by tonight. Thanks guys!
pwedi ba sumama? wanted to know more info...
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pwedi ba sumama? wanted to know more info...
Sure. TRIPLE H-D should send you PM on details. Dala ka caesar salad. Yung maraming bacon bits. ;D ;D
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Sure. TRIPLE H-D should send you PM on details. Dala ka caesar salad. Yung maraming bacon bits. ;D ;D
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di ba tom ang dating ni typhoon pepeng? tuloy pa rin ba ito?
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di ba tom ang dating ni typhoon pepeng? tuloy pa rin ba ito?
In principle, tuloy pa rin. Malayo naman ang bagyo.
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got the HD audio samples ready, If the weather will be bad I'll text you sir Mark and drop the files to you at noon or earlier
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got the HD audio samples ready, If the weather will be bad I'll text you sir Mark and drop the files to you at noon or earlier
Ok. Thanks!
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I'll be closely monitor this. Kung malapit lang sana ako....
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Kumusta yung test ng cinematube, natuloy ba? :)
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Kumusta yung test ng cinematube, natuloy ba? :)
Yes, natuloy. Mini-EB lang naman. Dumating si Triple H-D and his partner. Then Iiinas, saladmaster, essence and myself.
I'd prefer that the other guys post their impressions first. We spent a lot of time with the Cinematube and the first impression you will get is that it is super-duper fast, compared to eGreat and Popcorn.
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Yes, natuloy. Mini-EB lang naman. Dumating si Triple H-D and his partner. Then Iiinas, saladmaster, essence and myself.
I'd prefer that the other guys post their impressions first. We spent a lot of time with the Cinematube and the first impression you will get is that it is super-duper fast, compared to eGreat and Popcorn.
good pm sir,
how does it compare to ur HDPro, i believe u also got that unit..
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will post pictures later.
as sir mark said. the unit is fast! and i mean really fast. from turning it on, its up and running in 5 seconds. recognized two 1 tb hdd in less than 10 seconds. but i guess the hd pro will do the same. one thing that struck me is the unit is made in taiwan and not the usual made in china like the other nmts/media player like popcorn, egreat, hdpro, kaiboer and the likes.
just to put things in perspective. talking to the sellers (triple hd and partner), before they decided to go with this brand/unit. they have inquired from a couple of other manufacturers (china made mostly) and as they rightly justified, briteview owners really made an impression to them, it seems to be not a fly by night company, and to launch the product in the usa says a lot (we know how they protect their consumers there, so very narrow latitude to make a mistake).
in terms of how it played, it played all files we throw at it. and one feature i really liked is, if you have a syabas based nmt (popcorn, egreat, kaiboer, hdx) you can have those and just attach a lan cable from the nmt to the cinematube, and the cinematube will recognize the nmt with hdd as part of its network! the possibilities here is that let's say your nmt is in one room (with hdd connected) then your cinematube is in your ht room, with a lan cable connected you can now play those files in the hdd that is attached to the nmt. nice feature. but again, i think its a feature hdpro can also replicate.
in terms of pq, we tested the egreat played and cinematube played movie, to be honest very little difference, negligible in my opinion. so for me, whichever unit you choose (hdpro or cinematube) you will end up a winner. it all boils down to cost. its like do you pay the extra 1000 pesos to get the fan, the internal harddrive compartment, sd card slot and having two digital output (coax and toslink) or you go 1000 pesos cheaper without all those but does the same thing basically. your choice.... ;D
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as sir mark said. the unit is fast! and i mean really fast. from turning it on, its up and running in 5 seconds. recognized two 1 tb hdd in less than 10 seconds. but i guess the hd pro will do the same. one thing that struck me is the unit is made in taiwan and not the usual made in china like the other nmts/media player like popcorn, egreat, hdpro, kaiboer and the likes.
just to put things in perspective. talking to the sellers (triple hd and partner), before they decided to go with this brand/unit. they have inquired from a couple of other manufacturers (china made mostly) and as they rightly justified, briteview owners really made an impression to them, it seems to be not a fly by night company, and to launch the product in the usa says a lot (we know how they protect their consumers there, so very narrow latitude to make a mistake).
in terms of how it played, it played all files we throw at it. and one feature i really liked is, if you have a syabas based nmt (popcorn, egreat, kaiboer, hdx) you can have those and just attach a lan cable from the nmt to the cinematube, and the cinematube will recognize the nmt with hdd as part of its network! the possibilities here is that let's say your nmt is in one room (with hdd connected) then your cinematube is in your ht room, with a lan cable connected you can now play those files in the hdd that is attached to the nmt. nice feature. but again, i think its a feature hdpro can also replicate.
in terms of pq, we tested the egreat played and cinematube played movie, to be honest very little difference, negligible in my opinion. so for me, whichever unit you choose (hdpro or cinematube) you will end up a winner. it all boils down to cost. its like do you pay the extra 1000 pesos to get the fan, the internal harddrive compartment, sd card slot and having two digital output (coax and toslink) or you go 1000 pesos cheaper without all those but does the same thing basically. your choice.... ;D
thanks for the inputs sir iiinas.. been monitoring the developments of this at nung HD Pro. first venture into NMTs eh. ;D
currently, am converting one of my PCs to HTPC. nadale dun sa HTPC ni bro andrew/gunblade977. ;D
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can't wait for the review of cinematube guys! lol! ....more more more.. ;D
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in terms of pq, we tested the egreat played and cinematube played movie, to be honest very little difference, negligible in my opinion. so for me, whichever unit you choose (hdpro or cinematube) you will end up a winner. it all boils down to cost. its like do you pay the extra 1000 pesos to get the fan, the internal harddrive compartment, sd card slot and having two digital output (coax and toslink) or you go 1000 pesos cheaper without all those but does the same thing basically. your choice.... ;D
sir iiinas, in that very little difference you've mentioned, which is ahead? egreat or cinematube?
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sir iiinas, in that very little difference you've mentioned, which is ahead? egreat or cinematube?
i would say the egreat. (but just to clarify. we use the inputs of the egreat to connect the cinematube, so in essence its using the egreat's calibrated settings. that is why its hard to comment on pq and to be honest as i said its very little.
i think we can also wait for sir mark's comment.
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i would say the egreat. (but just to clarify. we use the inputs of the egreat to connect the cinematube, so in essence its using the egreat's calibrated settings. that is why its hard to comment on pq and to be honest as i said its very little.
i think we can also wait for sir mark's comment.
I agree. The egreat seemed to have better pq (better grayscale, especially in dark areas; fuller colors). But many times, you get this perception because the source was not properly calibrated. So I would say that we need more inputs from people.
In any case, I would agree that the difference is very slight and in most cases, people would not notice any difference at all.
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Great review sir streetsmart and aynz!
I hope to be able to audition the cinematube as well, in comparison with the popcorn...I'll try the "LAN" function w/c aynz mentioned...thanks again! :D
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boxed
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cinematube. shiny black plastic. the power button lights red when off and blue when its on (nice!). and the unit is very very light!!!
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back portion, notice the made in taiwan badge.
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main menu
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inside one of the menus
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sir mark (back only) and sir essence.
OT pics:
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12nsd ni sir mark!!! bass you really feel!
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another shot! 2 digms, 1 velo and 1 svs!!! ;D ;D ;D
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Great shots brader ;)
Got any screen grabs? ;D
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Great shots brader ;)
Got any screen grabs? ;D
thanks. yes, i have some, will try to post it next. :)
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Sir iinas may screen pics ka rin ba for the other menus, options, and remote control? TIA
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Sir pa comment din po kung meron itong fullscreen feature or 0.9x lang like HD-PRO and kung meron itong icon list mode for browsing in addition to preview list mode. Thanks again.
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Similar request sa ibang new players, can someone kindly test this device with the 81GB Godfather Trilogy Eureka and inform us the result. Salamat po!
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can someone also test if you can connect hdmi(cinematube) to an AVR and determine if you can see video and hear audio. just wanted to make sure. thanks po.
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can someone also test if you can connect hdmi(cinematube) to an AVR and determine if you can see video and hear audio. just wanted to make sure. thanks po.
that's precisely the connection during the test. its connected to sir mark's denon 3808. works fine. :)
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can someone also test if you can connect hdmi(cinematube) to an AVR and determine if you can see video and hear audio. just wanted to make sure. thanks po.
that's precisely the connection during the test. its connected to sir mark's denon 3808. works fine. :)
Actually, yes and no. There was a small glitch during the testing. Audio disappeared.
I have experienced the same thing with the HDPro, with both my set-up and then with the TV of my dad. In all cases, I used HDMI for both video and audio. In order to fix the audio, you need to do some silly thing like change the setup of the audio and then change it back to the original.
In the HDPro thread, you can see that at least one other guy has had a similar experience, also because he used HDMI for both video and audio. For the HDPro of my dad, I connected video via HDMI and audio via RCA stereo and it finally works fine.
I suspect that there is something wrong with the firmware for HDMI audio. It's not stable.
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Does the the Cinema Tube enable the users to calibrate the Picture settings from within the unit? TIA :)
Also, how much heat does it generate? Is the heat levels bearable?
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i would say the egreat. (but just to clarify. we use the inputs of the egreat to connect the cinematube, so in essence its using the egreat's calibrated settings. that is why its hard to comment on pq and to be honest as i said its very little.
i think we can also wait for sir mark's comment.
I agree. The egreat seemed to have better pq (better grayscale, especially in dark areas; fuller colors). But many times, you get this perception because the source was not properly calibrated. So I would say that we need more inputs from people.
In any case, I would agree that the difference is very slight and in most cases, people would not notice any difference at all.
thank you for the info sir mark and sir iiinas :)
as usual ang gaganda ng pics nyo sir iiinas :)
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@ sir iiinas - thank you for the detailed feedback on the CinemaTube :D
@ sir streetsmart - thank you for being a gracious host ;) lupit talaga ng HT set-up niyo ;D something to drool for
@ sir superman - Will be contacting you with regards sa demo unit ;) sorry naudlot tayo the other day
@ sir jecr3 - I do agree with sir streetsmart on this issue. So far all of the media players that are using realtek chips do experience this issue. I've already noted this and will be contacting the manufacturers.
To those who attended the Mini-EB, thank you again for going even though medyo pangit yung weather that day
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@ sir iiinas - thank you for the detailed feedback on the CinemaTube :D
@ sir streetsmart - thank you for being a gracious host ;) lupit talaga ng HT set-up niyo ;D something to drool for
@ sir superman - Will be contacting you with regards sa demo unit ;) sorry naudlot tayo the other day
@ sir jecr3 - I do agree with sir streetsmart on this issue. So far all of the media players that are using realtek chips do experience this issue. I've already noted this and will be contacting the manufacturers.
To those who attended the Mini-EB, thank you again for going even though medyo pangit yung weather that day
Thanks sir!
I'll ask also Oreoshake if he's available for a comparison with his current NMT, regards!
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sorry sir mark if I was not able to go.. :'(
how about the PQ against the WDTV? is it much better or the same?
great EB! post more ;)
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sorry sir mark if I was not able to go.. :'(
how about the PQ against the WDTV? is it much better or the same?
great EB! post more ;)
We did not do a comparison with the WDTV. When I have time, I'll do this because I have the WDTV and an HDPro (which is essentially the same as a Cinematube).
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for this test sir mark..hdmi audio out is still erratic/unstable?
what is the firmware on the test product? Is it the latest firmware? sayang hindi na test HD audio if it can be bitstream..this is the question also bugging the people in avs..somehow nobody have tested it yet..if you have the time sir you can get HD audio sample sir and check it out..
this is my source material..I got a hold of this site from someone in pdvd too
http://www.demo-world.eu/trailers/high-definition-trailers.php
thanks
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for this test sir mark..hdmi audio out is still erratic/unstable?
what is the firmware on the test product? Is it the latest firmware? sayang hindi na test HD audio if it can be bitstream..this is the question also bugging the people in avs..somehow nobody have tested it yet..if you have the time sir you can get HD audio sample sir and check it out..
this is my source material..I got a hold of this site from someone in pdvd too
http://www.demo-world.eu/trailers/high-definition-trailers.php
thanks
I suppose the firmware was the latest, kasi dala naman nila Triple H-D. Dunno.
Frankly, I've never downloaded any file and I don't know how to and I don't really want to ... If you want, you can come over to my place and we can do a quick test. It would not take 5 minutes.
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this is my source material..I got a hold of this site from someone in pdvd too
http://www.demo-world.eu/trailers/high-definition-trailers.php
Question, eto ba'y siguradong pareho ang format dun sa mga full BD rips na nakukuha? Very rarely na yung uploaders of these type of full length films will provide samples, unlike sa MKVS. And I dont know if the ripping process they go through is the same method used to create trailers.
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ok sir mark will do that :)
sir Clondalkin I am not sure..this demos are m2ts files and the HD audio are only 10s-1min long..for the test I just want to check if it can bit stream this HD audio properly..
I have no mkv file that have lossless audio or I don't even know where I can source it. I did not even know that there are files out there that have this format. Maybe BD ISO is another good test material but i don't have that too.
I want to test it out since If I want to upgrade my NMT, It need to play the lossless or even bitstream the audio properly..sayang ang AVR ko eh.. :D
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ok sir mark will do that :)
sir Clondalkin I am not sure..this demos are m2ts files and the HD audio are only 10s-1min long..for the test I just want to check if it can bit stream this HD audio properly..
I have no mkv file that have lossless audio or I don't even know where I can source it. I did not even know that there are files out there that have this format. Maybe BD ISO is another good test material but i don't have that too.
I want to test it out since If I want to upgrade my NMT, It need to play the lossless or even bitstream the audio properly..sayang ang AVR ko eh.. :D
In my view, the playback time of the file doesn't matter. Even if it is only a minute long, as long as the AVR recognizes it as Dolby TruHD or DTS-MA, that means that the player can handle lossless audio.
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..this demos are m2ts files and the HD audio are only 10s-1min long..for the test I just want to check if it can bit stream this HD audio properly..
I have no mkv file that have lossless audio or I don't even know where I can source it. I did not even know that there are files out there that have this format. Maybe BD ISO is another good test material but i don't have that too.
I want to test it out since If I want to upgrade my NMT, It need to play the lossless or even bitstream the audio properly..sayang ang AVR ko eh.. :D
HD audio bale ang main concern mo? I have to agree with Streetsmart. Doesnt matter how short the clip is as long as the AVR recognizes the HD soundstream passing through from the NMT.
But my concern is, these HD audiostream comes with video having bitstream of like 40mbps that you play/decode continuously for around 2 hours - that's 2x the heaviest 1080p mkvs you can find. It's an ultra-marathon and not just a sprint. So far, it's very frustrating to handle the combined very high bitstream video and high def audio with my PC but allegedly, the Egreat can play it well. I'd like to believe that blindly but then based on my experience with the 31B, it cant even match with a PC in terms of playback of heavy mks - so could it handle even heavier pure BD rips better than a PC?
If you are patient and want to be sure, can you wait until I visit Manila this Xmas? Cant wait no? ;D Otherwise, 1080p DTS1.5mpbs files should be fine with NMTs.
Pero if you really want to test this player, upuan mo ng dalawang oras and dont rely on a few minutes of demo.
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In my view, the playback time of the file doesn't matter. Even if it is only a minute long, as long as the AVR recognizes it as Dolby TruHD or DTS-MA, that means that the player can handle lossless audio.
Sir, totally agree with this comment ... hindi naman importante kung 1 minute o 3 seconds na start-up relative to the one-hour or longer time na panonood mo ng movie
OT: Sir Mark, sama ako kung may get together ulit - dalhin ko yung TVIX M6500A para ma-compare sa mga bagong players kung up to par pa rin yung PQ and SQ ... I have FLAC lossless audio file, BD rip movie, and demo vids of manufacturers for the testing...para na rin ma-test sa HT setup mo :) ...TIA
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HD audio bale ang main concern mo? I have to agree with Streetsmart. Doesnt matter how short the clip is as long as the AVR recognizes the HD soundstream passing through from the NMT.
But my concern is, these HD audiostream comes with video having bitstream of like 40mbps that you play/decode continuously for around 2 hours - that's 2x the heaviest 1080p mkvs you can find. It's an ultra-marathon and not just a sprint. So far, it's very frustrating to handle the combined very high bitstream video and high def audio with my PC but allegedly, the Egreat can play it well. I'd like to believe that blindly but then based on my experience with the 31B, it cant even match with a PC in terms of playback of heavy mks - so could it handle even heavier pure BD rips better than a PC?
If you are patient and want to be sure, can you wait until I visit Manila this Xmas? Cant wait no? ;D Otherwise, 1080p DTS1.5mpbs files should be fine with NMTs.
Pero if you really want to test this player, upuan mo ng dalawang oras and dont rely on a few minutes of demo.
Point well taken. Which means that a quick test of lossless audio would tell us that the player is capable of handling it but if you want to know if the player can do this in a stable manner, you may need to watch an entire movie. Or several movies. ;D ;D
But frankly ... based on the blind test we did last year, I really don't think there's much difference between lossless and lossy audio for movies, unless you are watching a concert. Therefore, I'm personally not that excited about this. Ubos pa ang capacity ng hard drive mo.
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But frankly ... based on the blind test we did last year, I really don't think there's much difference between lossless and lossy audio for movies, unless you are watching a concert. Therefore, I'm personally not that excited about this. Ubos pa ang capacity ng hard drive mo.
Very true. Those data that are lost during compression(for lossy HD audio of course) are the ones inaudible to the naked ear. ;)
For video, it's a different matter.
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Point well taken. Which means that a quick test of lossless audio would tell us that the player is capable of handling it but if you want to know if the player can do this in a stable manner, you may need to watch an entire movie. Or several movies. ;D ;D
But frankly ... based on the blind test we did last year, I really don't think there's much difference between lossless and lossy audio for movies, unless you are watching a concert. Therefore, I'm personally not that excited about this. Ubos pa ang capacity ng hard drive mo.
Yes Sir! I mean before anyone allots 40-60GB of the hard drive space for one BD rip, siguraduhin nyo muna na kayang mabuo yung panonood ng smooth and stable. ;)
I dont know about the HD audio, pero malinaw na malinaw nga talaga IQ ng BD rip - iba rin ang intensity ng color. ;D - hindi ko nga lang mapanood ng stable. :(
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yup quick test lang naman if capable..that is my main reason..
I know that for a movie a stress test is required but yun nga I don't have any source yet..just want to make sure that this product can do it
just want to have a product kasi that can make out most of my current gears..
normally what size does a movie with lossless audio have? when you say BD rip movie..is this BD iso? or converted to mkv?
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OT: Sir Mark, sama ako kung may get together ulit - dalhin ko yung TVIX M6500A para ma-compare sa mga bagong players kung up to par pa rin yung PQ and SQ ... I have FLAC lossless audio file, BD rip movie, and demo vids of manufacturers for the testing...para na rin ma-test sa HT setup mo :) ...TIA
Nag-usap kami ni kagawad Iiinas and we have agreed not to do an NMT EB this year kasi (1) the differences in pq are likely going to be tiny and (2) we have a higher priority EB in mind ;D.
If u want, daan ka na lang sa place ko and we can spend a Saturday afternoon doing the tests. Baka sabay natin with the lossless audio of @disturbed.
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yup quick test lang naman if capable..that is my main reason..
I know that for a movie a stress test is required but yun nga I don't have any source yet..just want to make sure that this product can do it
just want to have a product kasi that can make out most of my current gears..
normally what size does a movie with lossless audio have? when you say BD rip movie..is this BD iso? or converted to mkv?
these are the 20gb or more file. dont know if these are the isos people are talking about. but they are huge files. definitely not in mkv format.
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normally what size does a movie with lossless audio have? when you say BD rip movie..is this BD iso? or converted to mkv?
30-60GB ang normal range.
Kung walang HD audio, meron around 20GB-25GB.
Usual format is m2ts streams.
BD iso is different. I think it's a transcoded version. Some people do that to make the file compatible with their players - based on my readings, they can manage to maintain the HD audiostream but Im not sure if they can maintain the IQ of the pure BD rip.
Iba rin ang mkv.
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I dont know about the HD audio, pero malinaw na malinaw nga talaga IQ ng BD rip - iba rin ang intensity ng color. ;D - hindi ko nga lang mapanood ng stable. :(
Ahhh ... but based on the blind test last year which was participated in by more than 20 Pinoydvd members, the Popcorn already beat the Bluray. ;D ;D
So I'm really not sure if the pq can get even better than that! I don't think so! But if you come to Manila, we can test stuff if you like.
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Ahhh ... but based on the blind test last year which was participated in by more than 20 Pinoydvd members, the Popcorn already beat the Bluray. ;D ;D
So I'm really not sure if the pq can get even better than that! I don't think so! But if you come to Manila, we can test stuff if you like.
Ok. I'd make an earnest effort to visit you. Thank you!!!
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thanks for the info sir Clondalkin and sir iinas
also based on my observation..the NMT players that have the realtek chipset have the same GUI..are they really stuck with this GUI..is it a limitation on the chipset? hindi yata kasi open source katulad ng syabas or something..
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30-60GB ang normal range.
Kung walang HD audio, meron around 20GB-25GB.
Usual format is m2ts streams.
BD iso is different. I think it's a transcoded version. Some people do that to make the file compatible with their players - based on my readings, they can manage to maintain the HD audiostream but Im not sure if they can maintain the IQ of the pure BD rip.
Iba rin ang mkv.
BD ISOs are simply data direct from the Bluray disc(BD Headers included), meaning you can write it to a BD if you have a BD writer and play it on a BD player. Similar to installer ISOs wherein you can write it to a blank disc and it can be used as an installer just like the original disc. The only difference perhaps is the security feature of the BD(im not sure of this), which maybe is removed in the process.
m2ts and the likes are ripped video/audio stream from the data packets of the Bluray disc(BD Headers not included)
So in essence they are the same when it comes to PQ and AQ. It just depends on the decoder/display/renderer used.
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Ok. I'd make an earnest effort to visit you. Thank you!!!
I'd really love it if you could prove me wrong. ;D
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I'd really love it if you could prove me wrong. ;D
Somehow, I think I can. ;D
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thanks for the info sir Clondalkin and sir iinas
also based on my observation..the NMT players that have the realtek chipset have the same GUI..are they really stuck with this GUI..is it a limitation on the chipset? hindi yata kasi open source katulad ng syabas or something..
i posted somewhere that the reason why the gui are similar for the three realtek players (hdpro, cinematube and soon to come egreat r1) is because the developer of the firmware is realtek itself (the chip company), so i gues its not open source.
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BD ISOs are simply data direct from the Bluray disc(BD Headers included), meaning you can write it to a BD if you have a BD writer and play it on a BD player. Similar to installer ISOs wherein you can write it to a blank disc and it can be used as an installer just like the original disc. The only difference perhaps is the security feature of the BD(im not sure of this), which maybe is removed in the process.
m2ts and the likes are ripped video/audio stream from the data packets of the Bluray disc(BD Headers not included)
So in essence they are the same when it comes to PQ and AQ. It just depends on the decoder/display/renderer used.
Thanks Burnikulski. So the main objective of BD iso is simply to play a back-up BD-R disk? Can you mount it to a disk emulator like DVD iso? Thanks ulit!
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BD ISOs are simply data direct from the Bluray disc(BD Headers included), meaning you can write it to a BD if you have a BD writer and play it on a BD player. Similar to installer ISOs wherein you can write it to a blank disc and it can be used as an installer just like the original disc. The only difference perhaps is the security feature of the BD(im not sure of this), which maybe is removed in the process.
m2ts and the likes are ripped video/audio stream from the data packets of the Bluray disc(BD Headers not included)
So in essence they are the same when it comes to PQ and AQ. It just depends on the decoder/display/renderer used.
Sounds to me like the difference between Dolby TruHD/DTS-MA vs. lossless multi-channel LPCM. The process is different but the end result is exactly the same. Is this right?
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Sounds to me like the difference between Dolby TruHD/DTS-MA vs. lossless multi-channel LPCM. The process is different but the end result is exactly the same. Is this right?
pq and sq may not be different. but one big difference will be once media players will have the ability to play bd isos (popcorn c-200 is rumored to be able to do this). you can actually use the menus and added features of the whole bd ripped. i think the m2ts files cant do this (correct me if im wrong).
thats why the clamor to be able to play bd isos is very high.
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pq and sq may not be different. but one big difference will be once media players will have the ability to play bd isos (popcorn c-200 is rumored to be able to do this). you can actually use the menus and added features of the whole bd ripped. i think the m2ts files cant do this (correct me if im wrong).
thats why the clamor to be able to play bd isos is very high.
Ah ok .. Got it!
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that's correct sir iiinas..parang backup ng BD disc and BD iso just like with dvds..the menus etc are there
I read from a firmware update of the MED8ER NMT (HD-Pro counterpart) that they will have this function soon..other realtek NMTs have this too..check the egreat r1.
I am planning to rip din kasi BDs kaya I want to have this feature too..
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Thanks Burnikulski. So the main objective of BD iso is simply to play a back-up BD-R disk? Can you mount it to a disk emulator like DVD iso? Thanks ulit!
Essentially, yes. I'm not sure about the emulators though.
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Sounds to me like the difference between Dolby TruHD/DTS-MA vs. lossless multi-channel LPCM. The process is different but the end result is exactly the same. Is this right?
This might be a different thing sir, because afaik, these are different formats. - i think i got this wrong. ;D
I think, BD uses VC-1 for video encoding, and this is a derivative of MPEG2, i think. m2ts means Mpeg2 Transport Stream, so basically the 2 streams are the same in the video packets sense of it. This means that you can use the m2ts to reencode to another type of media like DVDs and the software that you use to reencode it to DVD will add DVD specific headers so that the standard DVD players will recognize it as a DVD. Same thing when you reencode it to BD, the software will add BD specific headers for it to be recognizable as a BD in standard BD players.
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pq and sq may not be different. but one big difference will be once media players will have the ability to play bd isos (popcorn c-200 is rumored to be able to do this). you can actually use the menus and added features of the whole bd ripped. i think the m2ts files cant do this (correct me if im wrong).
thats why the clamor to be able to play bd isos is very high.
Precisely sir, because m2ts does not include the BD headers. So in theory, m2ts files are smaller than BD ISOs.
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I posted the demo HD audio files in avs forums and they tested it..
from blueribb
I downloaded a file called:
hd_dolby_bit_harvest_lossless.m2ts
specs: Dolby TrueHD 7.1
Results:
Video played very choppy (streamed from my pc). No Audio played and error message in green said: "Unknown Audio Format"
I'm downloading and trying another in a few minutes.
Edit: The second file (DTS-HD MA 7.1) was even choppier (video) with no audio again.
Edit: Both files play "almost" perfectly on my pc with excellent audio.
Second attempt:
I placed 2 files on a USB flash drive and played them via HDMI (raw audio) to a brand new AV Receiver (Yamaha RX-V765) which does handle TrueHD and DTS-HD MA.
Both files play the video very smoothly using the USB flash drive. File #1 plays with NO audio and green error message at top of screen: "Unknown Audio Format". File #2 plays no audio on 8 out of 10 tries with no error message. Two tries resulted in perfect audio but only the DTS LED lit on my receiver - no HD MA light.
File #1: hd_dolby_bit_harvest_lossless.m2ts (Dolby TrueHD 7.1) These 2 files were from the source mentioned in previous posts.
File #2: hd_dts_orchestra_long_lossless.m2ts (DTS-HD MA 7.1)
and another interesting note here regarding the playback of HD audio
http://www.avsforum.com/avs-vb/showthread.php?p=17296924#post17296924
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I posted the demo HD audio files in avs forums and they tested it..
from blueribb
and another interesting note here regarding the playback of HD audio
http://www.avsforum.com/avs-vb/showthread.php?p=17296924#post17296924
Thanks for the info. Looks like that answers our question. Only the Popcorn C200 can handle lossless audio.
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yeah that might be the case
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Sorry medyo delayed ang reply, been quite busy since Monday. Anyways here are the updates on the CinemaTube/ Realtek 1073 chip.
• We’ve tested the Cinematube on a MAC formatted Hard drive (HFS) and its working well
• Have tested External Dvd Rom to play dvd movies and it worked well
• Have tested ISO (dvd rip) file and its playing well (the menus are displayed)
• Have tested the reliability of making a playlist, working well, no issue on that
• Cinematube is now compatible with Windows 7
Now for the 2 issues
• Can this player bitstream HD audio Dolby TrueHD and DTS-MA via HDMI so that my AVR can decode it?
--> Dolby TrueHD, Yes! if you set the audio output to “raw” then CinemaTube bitstreams Dolby TrueHD to AVR.
--->DTS-MA (7.1 CH), Partially! if you set the audio output to “raw” then CinemaTube bitstreams DTS (6.1 CH) to AVR. So here's the tricky part: even if you set the output to “raw”, CinemaTube downmixs 7.1 to 6.1 to AVR.
( these are the ones tested by our US counterpart, but we will still test it here to confirm)
• With regards to the “Handshake” problem of the HDMI
We have tested this a few times. Now, there is no issue with regards to the audio and video being in sync. Lagi naman siya sabay. The problem that we encountered is “sometimes” when you forward/rewind the media and resume it, the audio will disappear. To fix the audio you need to do some silly thing like change the setup of the audio and then change it back to the original (courtesy of sir Streetsmart). Now this seems to be a problem with all Realtek 1073 chipsets, we have contacted the manufacturer and they will update us on when they can release a firmware on this one. Will keep you posted on this people.
Hope this helps
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any updates on the ETA?
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ETA is last week of october :) but will try to have it shipped here earlier.
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Thank you for allowing me to do home audition with the Cinematube. I am currently playing Bucket List, and will do a comparison w/ the PCH-100. Will spend the whole day having a movie marathon. Thanks again. Will post my newbie comments soonest, regards!
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Triple H-D was very kind enough to lend me the cinema tube for testing. Here are my comment on the Cinema Tube.
Positives:
1.) The Unit is very light weight and it has a very sleek design.
2.) Boot up time is quick less than 5 seconds, Recognizing the external Hard Disk is also fast approximately less than 10 seconds.
3.) I Connected the Cinema Tube to our router and I access the files on my Cousin NMT and the files play smoothly. (my cousin NMT is at Third floor and I'm in 5th floor)
4.) The PQ is superb. Very little or almost no difference with the PQ on my cousin NMT.
5.) DTS Downmix to Stereo
6.) GUI is very simple and very easy to navigate.
7.) Cinema Tube is very popular in the US and I think the support for this product will be very good. The Brite-View staff are also very active in AVSFORUM and they listen to the request of their customer to improve their product.
8.) It supports HFS file system of MAC and it can read the files smoothly.
9.) You can create your own playlist for your favorite movies. you can also add the files in the network to your playlist.
10.) You can search, fast forward and rewind using the time seek function.
11.) Torrent downloading is very smooth and easy to navigate.
Negatives:
1.) There is no coaxial output for those who need it.
2.) Minor glitches on the audio when fast forwarding or rewind. (I think this can be fix via firmware update.)
3.) No Internal Hard disk bay. (not really a factor coz I prefer external drive for it is portable and I can bring it anywhere I go).
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Hi Spoon! Very nice review!!
Sir Triple HD, thanks also for allowing me to home audition the Cinematube. Spent practically most part of my Sunday viewing movies via this NMT. Here are my newbie impressions:
1) Agree w/ everybody's observation that the unit is "light", but confident that despite it's being light, it is an NMT heavyweight :D
2) Initialization is pretty fast, as well as detection of my 3 external HDDs, also fast file recognition w/ preview :D (around 4-5seconds)
3) PQ is excellent! With my 32-inch LCD, it has the same PQ as the PCH.
4) User Interface is easy to navigate as well as fast
Sir spoon, how did you
10.) You can search, fast forward and rewind using the time seek function.
I wasn't able to do this...Thanks!
...and thanks again Sir Triple HD! :D
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Hi Spoon! Very nice review!!
Sir Triple HD, thanks also for allowing me to home audition the Cinematube. Spent practically most part of my Sunday viewing movies via this NMT. Here are my newbie impressions:
1) Agree w/ everybody's observation that the unit is "light", but confident that despite it's being light, it is an NMT heavyweight :D
2) Initialization is pretty fast, as well as detection of my 3 external HDDs, also fast file recognition w/ preview :D (around 4-5seconds)
3) PQ is excellent! With my 32-inch LCD, it has the same PQ as the PCH.
4) User Interface is easy to navigate as well as fast
Sir spoon, how did you
I wasn't able to do this...Thanks!
...and thanks again Sir Triple HD! :D
click the button "go to" beside number 0 if i'm not mistaken.
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click the button "go to" beside number 0 if i'm not mistaken.
Got it! Thanks! :D
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http://www.tweaktown.com/reviews/2957/brite_view_cinematube_1080p_hd_media_player_video_review/index.html
additional info on cinema tube.
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CinemaTube is FORBES magazine ;)
http://www.forbes.com/feeds/prnewswire/2009/10/14/prnewswire200910140700PR_NEWS_USPR_____SF92085.html
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Sir Triple H-D,
Very much interested with the Cinematube. Has anyone tested the torrent downloading? Is it fast and able to utilize the max bandwidth of 1mbps connection if the file is highly seeded?
I really like this feature as I can turn-off my pc, instead of leaving it all night (tipid sa kuryente)
TIA! ;)
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Hi Sir Fuzion,
We've tested downloading torrents in the cinematube. It is working perfectly. There are some members here who got to test out the torrent feature of the cinematube ;D
Sir Triple H-D,
Very much interested with the Cinematube. Has anyone tested the torrent downloading? Is it fast and able to utilize the max bandwidth of 1mbps connection if the file is highly seeded?
I really like this feature as I can turn-off my pc, instead of leaving it all night (tipid sa kuryente)
TIA! ;)
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The CinemaTube is now available. Will PM those people who have already booked their orders with us. Thanks :)
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Sir Triple H-D,
Thanks for the reply and clarification. Ipon mode muna. Will PM you as soon as I have the molaaah.. ;)
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my initial impression on CinemaTube...
i haven't had the time to fully play with it yet, i just watched a couple of movies (mostly 720p H.264 MKVs) over the weekend...
- Loads fast (even with the preview on)
- Didn't experience any hiccups on the files that i played
- Can be used with our old dependable CRT TVs, the movie is down-scaled to match the TVs resolution
- Gets a little hot after a few hours of use
- Very light
- I did experience the auto-ON "feature" when i turned it off without going to the Home screen first
- According to my officemate who also bought 1, TS files that we recorded were played flawlessly
- Haven't checked the firmware yet but based on their site, it seems to be the September release
- I tried playing a damaged MKV (I can still play it using KMPlayer by moving the locator after the damage section) but was not able to play it in CT, I even tried the GOTO Time function but to no avail
All-in-all it's still a great piece of hardware, especially for its price ...
Thanks to TripleH-D for bringing it here!!! Good luck guys!!!
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Hope to hear more feedbacks from new owners of this cinematube.
Mukhang eto na lang xmas gift ko sa sarili ko, hehehe...
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Thanks for your very valuable feedback sir czerdyk :D The new firmware that's recently been released should fix the problem of the unit turning on by itself.
A new firmware will be released come december which shall include the following
1) 720p Graphical User Interface
2) File Sharing (Simple NAS)
3) File Copy / Move
4) File Search (non-index)
5) RSS (URL is Opened for Users’ Inputs )
6) Blu-ray ISO Support
7) HDD Formatable for BT feature
my initial impression on CinemaTube...
i haven't had the time to fully play with it yet, i just watched a couple of movies (mostly 720p H.264 MKVs) over the weekend...
- Loads fast (even with the preview on)
- Didn't experience any hiccups on the files that i played
- Can be used with our old dependable CRT TVs, the movie is down-scaled to match the TVs resolution
- Gets a little hot after a few hours of use
- Very light
- I did experience the auto-ON "feature" when i turned it off without going to the Home screen first
- According to my officemate who also bought 1, TS files that we recorded were played flawlessly
- Haven't checked the firmware yet but based on their site, it seems to be the September release
- I tried playing a damaged MKV (I can still play it using KMPlayer by moving the locator after the damage section) but was not able to play it in CT, I even tried the GOTO Time function but to no avail
All-in-all it's still a great piece of hardware, especially for its price ...
Thanks to TripleH-D for bringing it here!!! Good luck guys!!!
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I read in avsforum that there is a new firmware out now. It is available only thru online update in the cinema tube.
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Hi! Excuse lang po! I am newbie here and i've been in watch mode for weeks na and when i saw the topic just hang up medyo nanghinayang ako. Anyway plan to shift to DVD HD that's why when i read about Cinematube hanap kagad ako thread dito. Convinced ako sa Cinematube after what i read from here so plan ko na bumili pero wala pa ako makita (specific SM North) then beside sa unit my other problem is what software or DVD ripper ang magandang gamitin i mean yung completo features like convertion to other files, then yung kuha lahat ng laman ng DVD mostly PQ and SQ.
Thanks in advance!
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@sir Skip8 - For the availability of the Cinematube. I will post the list of our dealers here :)
CinemaTube is now available in the following shops
PC Express
Branches:
Gilmore, Alabang Town Center, V-Mall, Market Market, SM Marikina
Accent Micro
Branches:
SM Megamall, SM North Edsa, Festival Mall, Park Square, SM Mall of Asia, SM Marikina, SM Sta. Rosa, Alabang Town Center, SM Pampanga, SM Dasmarinas, SM Cebu
PC Live
Branches:
SM Megamall, SM North Edsa, Festival Mall, SM Cebu, SM Iloilo
Specialty Stores
Theaterworks
Listen up
Listening Room
Listening in Style
Gadgets In Style
The Home Theatre
Golden Sound
Audioworld
Audible Illusion
More to come....
You can still join the group buy if you want to avail of the promo :)
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sir triple HD, how much is the cinematube at your dealers?
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Sir triple HD thanks sa list. I called Accent Micro next week daw sila magka stock. Again ty!
Sir how bout ripper can you give me some advice!
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The SRP for the Cinematube should not exceed 6500 :)
sir triple HD, how much is the cinematube at your dealers?
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No problem sir! just tell me kung san location ka para i can refer you the nearest place where you can get a Cinemtube as we have new dealers already. Hindi ko palang na update dito ;D will PM you on this
Sir triple HD thanks sa list. I called Accent Micro next week daw sila magka stock. Again ty!
Sir how bout ripper can you give me some advice!
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Hi all! Interested in buying a Cinematube, whats the promo and how do I join the group?
@sir Skip8 - For the availability of the Cinematube. I will post the list of our dealers here :)
CinemaTube is now available in the following shops
PC Express
Branches:
Gilmore, Alabang Town Center, V-Mall, Market Market, SM Marikina
Accent Micro
Branches:
SM Megamall, SM North Edsa, Festival Mall, Park Square, SM Mall of Asia, SM Marikina, SM Sta. Rosa, Alabang Town Center, SM Pampanga, SM Dasmarinas, SM Cebu
PC Live
Branches:
SM Megamall, SM North Edsa, Festival Mall, SM Cebu, SM Iloilo
Specialty Stores
Theaterworks
Listen up
Listening Room
Listening in Style
Gadgets In Style
The Home Theatre
Golden Sound
Audioworld
Audible Illusion
More to come....
You can still join the group buy if you want to avail of the promo :)
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@ sir kuplet - kindly refer to this thread. http://www.pinoydvd.com/index.php?PHPSESSID=87850896766b02bff4edddc64b39c932&topic=102466.0 thanks!
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Just updated to the latest firmware. Having problems accessing shares on Windows 7 Ultimate 64-bit.
Tried this fix but it didn't work:
http://briteview.wordpress.com/2009/10/27/having-issues-getting-cinematube-and-windows-7-to-work-try-this/
In any case, I'm looking to test this next on the raw TS file of the Victoria's Secret 2009 Fashion Show. ;D
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The CinemaTube is now also available in these stores
EYO Sales and Technologies
Address:
3rd Floor, V-Mall, Ortigas Avenue,
San Juan City
The Electronic Boutique
Branches:
Park Square 1, Market Market, Robinson’s Galleria, Alabang Town Center, Festival Mall, Sta. Lucia East, Shangri-La Plaza, Robinson’s Manila, Eastwood Cybermall, Robinson’s Metro East
Microstation
Branches:
Robinson’s Galleria, V-mall, SM North Edsa Cyberzone
For more details, you can visit our site at www.digilivingph.com
We're featured in the December issue of FHM and also
http://www.fhm.com.ph/entertainment/gadgets/article/1922 8)
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Hi mga sir noob po ako sa HDs... May tanong lang po ako, kasi nung ginamit ko ung binili kong cinematube (bought it yesterday) grainy yung ibang files ko especially ung 300 ang tindi ng grains nya... Pano po kaya to maaayos? Dahil kaya to sa HDMI cable ko? saka pagnagplay na ko ng movie galing dun sa screen with preview nya merong sound na parang 'tick' na parang nasira yung speaker.. Once lang naman yung sound pero parang hindi kasi yun normal... Sana po masagot ng mga may cinematube na especially sir triple HD... Thanks! :D
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Hi mga sir noob po ako sa HDs... May tanong lang po ako, kasi nung ginamit ko ung binili kong cinematube (bought it yesterday) grainy yung ibang files ko especially ung 300 ang tindi ng grains nya... Pano po kaya to maaayos? Dahil kaya to sa HDMI cable ko? saka pagnagplay na ko ng movie galing dun sa screen with preview nya merong sound na parang 'tick' na parang nasira yung speaker.. Once lang naman yung sound pero parang hindi kasi yun normal... Sana po masagot ng mga may cinematube na especially sir triple HD... Thanks! :D
I believe its the source that makes it grainy...not the player.
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@sir killerant - Hi sir, can you give me the details of your "300" movie file? There is a possibility that maybe the file itself is not high quality therefore "garbage in, garbage out", maybe its the file format itself. It would be better if you give me more details on it so that i can help you on this. btw, sa "300" na movie lang b cya nangyari? or even on other files?
About the "tick" sound, haven't encountered it personally yet, this would be the first time na me problem na ganun. In any case, do update me if this happens often so that i can forward your concern. thanks sir ;D
BTW, CinemaTube was featured today on the Manila Bulletin ;D
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@tripleHD
Thanks for replying sir! Bale yung 300 mkv na 720p.. Pasabi na lang kung may iba pa kayong detail na kailangan about dun sa file pasencya na noob po talaga eheh.. Saka hindi lang siya sa 300 nangyayari meron din sa ibang files although mild lang sila pero parang sayang kasi ang linaw nya kaso may mga grains.. And about the 'tick' sound, it happens almost all the time whenever I start a movie from the screen with the preview... Thanks ulet sir..
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@sir Killerant - May i know where did you get the unit? For the file, have you tried updating to the latest firmware? I suggest updating the firmware first, if the problem persist. Then maybe we could bring another unit to you so that we could check whether its the file that has problem or the unit. Pag unit me problema, we'll have it replaced 8)
@tripleHD
Thanks for replying sir! Bale yung 300 mkv na 720p.. Pasabi na lang kung may iba pa kayong detail na kailangan about dun sa file pasencya na noob po talaga eheh.. Saka hindi lang siya sa 300 nangyayari meron din sa ibang files although mild lang sila pero parang sayang kasi ang linaw nya kaso may mga grains.. And about the 'tick' sound, it happens almost all the time whenever I start a movie from the screen with the preview... Thanks ulet sir..
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what are the compatible usb wifi dongles for cinematube? How do you hook it up with 5.1 audio setup? ???
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what are the compatible usb wifi dongles for cinematube?
Just tried out a 580 peso Wifi-N usb dongle from CD-R King (http://www.cdrking.com/local/products/index.php?action=&temp=2&typeno=4324284-081984-097659060-6736591&prod=Wireless&prodcode=0819496-415174-668634979-7023402)...
AND IT WORKS!!
(http://www.cdrking.com/images/products/Network%20Devices/lp869700.gif)
Item code is LP-8697 (WiFi N, 300Mbps), i tried installing it on a desktop and realized that it was using a Realtek-based chipset. Tried it on the Tube and it got detected immediately. Was able to connect to my N-router using WPA.
Be wary as there is a wireless dongle that looks exactly like it but is actually a different and slower type.
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@ verbl Kint - Thanks for the tip sir! ;D
Just tried out a 580 peso Wifi-N usb dongle from CD-R King (http://www.cdrking.com/local/products/index.php?action=&temp=2&typeno=4324284-081984-097659060-6736591&prod=Wireless&prodcode=0819496-415174-668634979-7023402)...
AND IT WORKS!!
(http://www.cdrking.com/images/products/Network%20Devices/lp869700.gif)
Item code is LP-8697 (WiFi N, 300Mbps), i tried installing it on a desktop and realized that it was using a Realtek-based chipset. Tried it on the Tube and it got detected immediately. Was able to connect to my N-router using WPA.
Be wary as there is a wireless dongle that looks exactly like it but is actually a different and slower type.
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I noticed something really odd with my Cinematube, after turning it on - after selecting from the menu it would constantly restart itself. It has been happening for the past hour. Anyone else experience this problem?
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I noticed something really odd with my Cinematube, after turning it on - after selecting from the menu it would constantly restart itself. It has been happening for the past hour. Anyone else experience this problem?
Hindi ba umiinit sobra yung unit? Pero I doubt lalo na ngayon malamig naman ang panahon. Kasi it's basically a "computer", kaya ko na-suspect ang overheating. Otherwise, it might be a bug in the recent firmware?
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guys i'd like to hear some feedback on the ability of the cinematube to download directly from the internet. thanks!
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Hindi ba umiinit sobra yung unit? Pero I doubt lalo na ngayon malamig naman ang panahon. Kasi it's basically a "computer", kaya ko na-suspect ang overheating. Otherwise, it might be a bug in the recent firmware?
Well I don't think its from the heat since it has also happened when I turn it on in the morning. I don't leave it running overnight. As to the firmware, the Tube says its "updated" whenever I try to access the software update button.
I'll try it again later and see what happens.
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My Cinema Tube's firmware was upgraded to IPB1009C241 this afternoon. The interface looks better now, but I'm still having problems making it work with Windows 7 and Video streaming via LAN just stops after a minute.
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any of the stores offer this player for deferred payment?
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@jepoi - try accent micro ;D
Cinematube has just released it latest firmware with the new changes
1. Supported file copy/move
2. Supported file search
3. Supported file sharing(Simple NAS)
4. Supported playback Blu-ray ISO file.
5. Improved HDMI compatibility with SONY Wxxx series.
6. Solved playback DVD file crash issue.
7. Added new high definition UI.
8. Improved network connecting compatibility.
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@jepoi - try accent micro ;D
Cinematube has just released it latest firmware with the new changes
4. Supported playback Blu-ray ISO file.
Can it also play the menus or just the video?
7. Added new high definition UI.
8. Improved network connecting compatibility.
Interesting. I'll hold my breath though and wait for feedback. :)
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@jepoi - try accent micro ;D
Cinematube has just released it latest firmware with the new changes
1. Supported file copy/move
2. Supported file search
3. Supported file sharing(Simple NAS)
4. Supported playback Blu-ray ISO file.
5. Improved HDMI compatibility with SONY Wxxx series.
6. Solved playback DVD file crash issue.
7. Added new high definition UI.
8. Improved network connecting compatibility.
Went to Accent Micro and Microstation (both in SM Cyberzone North Edsa), they have no idea what a CinemaTube is. :( :( :(
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@sir Verbal Kint - For blu-ray ISO. From what we have so far, it only plays the video. the GUI is way better now :)
@sir jepoi - For microstation, it is initially available only at Greenhills and Robinson's branch. Please try visiting theaterworks there in trinoma. I am sure they have it there :)
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sarado na TW sa trinoma, boss. :(
any other options or do i really need to save up and buy it cash?
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@sir jepoi - oh yeah, TW transferred to Tiendesitas. Try Accent Micro again. I've just talked with them ;)
Try visiting our site for a list of our dealers:) www.digilivingph.com
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Hi, I'd like to know if the cinematube is truly off as in no power going to it when you press the on/off switch? I'm currently an owner of the WDTV HD and turning it off doesn't really turn it off since the unit still remains hot though slightly cooler than when it is on.
Does the cinematube cool down when it is off? Currently eyeing this as a possible replacement.
Thanks
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For the Cinematube, the whole unit is off except for the light indicator. It's not hot at all when it is off :D
Hi, I'd like to know if the cinematube is truly off as in no power going to it when you press the on/off switch? I'm currently an owner of the WDTV HD and turning it off doesn't really turn it off since the unit still remains hot though slightly cooler than when it is on.
Does the cinematube cool down when it is off? Currently eyeing this as a possible replacement.
Thanks
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How's the torrent downloading?
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just got my cinematube this afternoon at sm cyberzone. ;D
i thing i noticed was that sound was a little bit low when i'm playing mp4/h.264 format
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just got my cinematube this afternoon at sm cyberzone. ;D
i thing i noticed was that sound was a little bit low when i'm playing mp4/h.264 format
saang store mo nabili? mode of payment?
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saang store mo nabili? mode of payment?
sa microstation sir. cash.
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Just tried out a 580 peso Wifi-N usb dongle from CD-R King (http://www.cdrking.com/local/products/index.php?action=&temp=2&typeno=4324284-081984-097659060-6736591&prod=Wireless&prodcode=0819496-415174-668634979-7023402)...
AND IT WORKS!!
(http://www.cdrking.com/images/products/Network%20Devices/lp869700.gif)
Item code is LP-8697 (WiFi N, 300Mbps), i tried installing it on a desktop and realized that it was using a Realtek-based chipset. Tried it on the Tube and it got detected immediately. Was able to connect to my N-router using WPA.
Be wary as there is a wireless dongle that looks exactly like it but is actually a different and slower type.
Bought one of these based on your tip. Works great on my Mede8er. Thanks. ;D
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Hello, Does CinemaTube has time search?
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@sir andre - yes sir, the cinematube has a time search button
We're glad to announce that the wi-fi dongle for the CinemaTube is already available. You can PM me for the details since we have limited stocks only :D
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Ask ko lang sir how much ang wifi dongle for Cinematube?
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How's torrent downloading on this unit?
My top 2 NMT choices are the CinemaTube and Xtreamer, but the latter doesn't have torrent DL capabilities as of yet. Also, the price is significantly lower than PCH.
I plan on downloading torrents from the NMT, rather than the PC kasi. Mas makonsumo sa kuryente ang PC ko eh.
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How's torrent downloading on this unit?
My top 2 NMT choices are the CinemaTube and Xtreamer, but the latter doesn't have torrent DL capabilities as of yet. Also, the price is significantly lower than PCH.
I plan on downloading torrents from the NMT, rather than the PC kasi. Mas makonsumo sa kuryente ang PC ko eh.
I have been downloading torrents using my CinemaTube. So far i didn't have any problem with it. I always left it on 2-3days to finish downloading the files. The transfer speed is fast, I usually get around 100-120kbp/s. But the speed will depends on your internet connection speed.
Regarding the Xtremer, a friend who own one told me that sometimes it has problem playing the video. The screen freezes during playback.
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I've had a lot of players myself and problems with video is almost always a problem due to the source.
xtreamer and cinematube use the same SDK from realtek.
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anong firmware gamit n'yo, yung C021 or C241 (beta)?
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The beta allows me to access shared folders on Windows 7, the other one doesn't. It just annoys me that it keeps asking if I want to "update".
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TRIPLE H-D:
sent you pm
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I hope everyone gets the new beta firmware (released in Feb, I think). There was definitely an improvement in performance.
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Just tried out a 580 peso Wifi-N usb dongle from CD-R King (http://www.cdrking.com/local/products/index.php?action=&temp=2&typeno=4324284-081984-097659060-6736591&prod=Wireless&prodcode=0819496-415174-668634979-7023402)...
AND IT WORKS!!
(http://www.cdrking.com/images/products/Network%20Devices/lp869700.gif)
Item code is LP-8697 (WiFi N, 300Mbps), i tried installing it on a desktop and realized that it was using a Realtek-based chipset. Tried it on the Tube and it got detected immediately. Was able to connect to my N-router using WPA.
Be wary as there is a wireless dongle that looks exactly like it but is actually a different and slower type.
Bought one of these based on your tip. Works great on my Mede8er. Thanks. ;D
does it play fine or stutters with 1080p files? is the cinematube's wi-fi capable of 300mbps?
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does it play fine or stutters with 1080p files? is the cinematube's wi-fi capable of 300mbps?
The wifi bandwidth is dependent on the card and not on the device. In the case of the CD-R King usb dongle the answer is yes.
But note that you will still see stutters if your router is not 300 Mbps capable and/or your pc/nas is slow.
Please remember that most 802.11N routers out there do not support 300 Mbps.
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thanks, i'll give it a try. my server and wifi network should be ok.
it's just odd that on brite-view's usb wi-fi page, they show a usb adapter that's capable of 300mbps and says "serious lag" for 1080 files on their performance chart?
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The wifi bandwidth is dependent on the card and not on the device. In the case of the CD-R King usb dongle the answer is yes.
But note that you will still see stutters if your router is not 300 Mbps capable and/or your pc/nas is slow.
Please remember that most 802.11N routers out there do not support 300 Mbps.
well, the device needs the proper drivers so it's a factor also. i tried the cd-r king usb dongle and it sadly didn't work for me. my dlink dap-1522 access point didn't get along with it. it connected fine but can't even stream an mp3 file. i plugged-it in on my pc and it said it's connected at 300mbps but when i tested the transfer rate it was at a measely 39KB/s.
what router are using with the cd-r king bundle btw?
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well, the device needs the proper drivers so it's a factor also. i tried the cd-r king usb dongle and it sadly didn't work for me. my dlink dap-1522 access point didn't get along with it. it connected fine but can't even stream an mp3 file. i plugged-it in on my pc and it said it's connected at 300mbps but when i tested the transfer rate it was at a measely 39KB/s.
what router are using with the cd-r king bundle btw?
I posted the CD-R King dongle that I use for my CinemaTube. Drivers are not a problem for it as it uses a Realtek-based chipset, which is fully compatible with Realtek-based media players.
What dongle did you buy? If you read my post, the model number has to be the exact one as there is a similar looking dongle that will not work. Item code is LP-8697 (WiFi N, 300Mbps) from CD-R King.
I have a Cisco 300Mbps 802.11N router.
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I posted the CD-R King dongle that I use for my CinemaTube. Drivers are not a problem for it as it uses a Realtek-based chipset, which is fully compatible with Realtek-based media players.
What dongle did you buy? If you read my post, the model number has to be the exact one as there is a similar looking dongle that will not work. Item code is LP-8697 (WiFi N, 300Mbps) from CD-R King.
I have a Cisco 300Mbps 802.11N router.
i bought the same exact thing. as a matter of fact, the sales lady had to go back twice to look for the item code. she tried to give me a different one at first. i guess realtek and dlink don't like each other. i have another usb wifi n dongle that works just fine but not compatible with the cinematube.
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i guess realtek and dlink don't like each other.
You need to change settings in the router, try out different channels, frequencies, encryption protocols, etc. The USB dongle that I had was not initially able to connect to my router and I had to change a few settings for it to work.
If you're not that techie, you may want to post the model number of your D-link router here, maybe we can help you out with the settings.
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it's connecting to a dlink dap-1522 AP which is connected thru a gigabit ethernet to a dlink dir-655 router. and all my media are streamed from a windows home server box.
band is set to 2.4ghz
bandwith to auto 20mhz and 40 mhz
wifi mode i tried both, N only and, N and G (dual band)
tried both with wireless security and without
i tried a couple of channels but failed so i gave up and just enabled channel scan.
according the the AP, the cdr-king dongle only has a 24% signal strength compared to my other dongle which is at 85%. too bad, that one has a ralink chipset, not realtek. i'm thinking or returning in exchange for another... maybe i got one with a bad antenna?
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it's connecting to a dlink dap-1522 AP which is connected thru a gigabit ethernet to a dlink dir-655 router. and all my media are streamed from a windows home server box.
band is set to 2.4ghz
bandwith to auto 20mhz and 40 mhz
wifi mode i tried both, N only and, N and G (dual band)
tried both with wireless security and without
i tried a couple of channels but failed so i gave up and just enabled channel scan.
according the the AP, the cdr-king dongle only has a 24% signal strength compared to my other dongle which is at 85%. too bad, that one has a ralink chipset, not realtek. i'm thinking or returning in exchange for another... maybe i got one with a bad antenna?
My router is set to transmit on both 2.4 and 5 GHz, I use WPA-Personal (TKIP) and not WPA2 or WEP. I have a beacon period of 100 ms, bandwidth set at 40 MHz only. My channel setting is 1 on the US' FCC system.
Signal strength never dips below 90% from a distance of around 20 ft.
If the dongle doesn't work with similar settings, you might want to have CD-R King replace it.
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Any new developments for this NMT??? 8)
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it's connecting to a dlink dap-1522 AP which is connected thru a gigabit ethernet to a dlink dir-655 router. and all my media are streamed from a windows home server box.
band is set to 2.4ghz
bandwith to auto 20mhz and 40 mhz
wifi mode i tried both, N only and, N and G (dual band)
tried both with wireless security and without
i tried a couple of channels but failed so i gave up and just enabled channel scan.
according the the AP, the cdr-king dongle only has a 24% signal strength compared to my other dongle which is at 85%. too bad, that one has a ralink chipset, not realtek. i'm thinking or returning in exchange for another... maybe i got one with a bad antenna?
sir i think, yung dir-655 problem.... yan din experience ko sa router na yan..... gamit ko sya ngayon and hirap magconnect yung ps3 ko sa upnpav..... and super laggy pag watch ng movies..... ang mahal pa naman ng router natin :'(
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sir i think, yung dir-655 problem.... yan din experience ko sa router na yan..... gamit ko sya ngayon and hirap magconnect yung ps3 ko sa upnpav..... and super laggy pag watch ng movies..... ang mahal pa naman ng router natin :'(
the dir-655 shouldn't come into equation since my server is connected to a dlink dgs-2205 gigabit switch. i added that switch since the dir-655 doesn't support jumbo frames. but still, if your ps3 is hooked-up wired then you shouldn't have a problem. wireless? most wifi-n routers i think will not give you smooth stream on ps3?
where i'm trying to connect wireless n with the cinematube is the dap-1522 access point. i've exchanged the cdr-king usb adapter and still can't connect. same with my laptop. if it can't work on a pc then i don't see how it's going to work on a cinematube with a pre-loaded drivers. i've given up for now :(
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sirs,
have anyone tried updating the firmware of this nmt. sinubukan ko kasi pero i have not been successful at all. the firmware number i get is not all reflected in their website. baka pwede po niyo ako turuan. thanks.
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i have used an encore wifi usb dongle (wireless N) from cd-r king.
for 2 days now, it is working well with this unit.
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mga master..
anu pong firmware gamit nyo ng cinema tube? my nkapgupgrade n po b ng firmware ng cinema tube? thanks..
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Hi mga sirs,
You can try updating your firmware through this link. http://www.brite-view.com/support.php . Thanks!
mga master..
anu pong firmware gamit nyo ng cinema tube? my nkapgupgrade n po b ng firmware ng cinema tube? thanks..
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mga master..
anu pong firmware gamit nyo ng cinema tube? my nkapgupgrade n po b ng firmware ng cinema tube? thanks..
i did. just download the update from their site and follow the procedure. it just took me a minute or two to update the firmware. :)
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can anyone help me use the torrent download option? dapat ba ntfs ang format ng hdisc? hindi fat32?
thanks
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Just jumped into the NMT fever, and I got myself the Cinematube.
How big is the firmware update? I am trying to dl the update but I am having prolems, my dl gets cut.
TIA!
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After so many attempts, I just completed downloading and installing the Feb 2010 fw update. So far so good. Currently downloading the latest fw (Jul 2010), sana di maputol.
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may bago palang FW update?
hmm, ma-download nga. pwede ba s'ya i-download sa pc them save sa external HDD?
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Hmmm, after the Feb 2010 fw update, the test avi files I'm using started to stop at certain points, which does not happen when the fw was still the factory default fw. Size of the AVI's are around 200Mb plus, I am using a Buffalo 2.5" HDD.
I am still in the process of downloading an mkv file to check if the problem will occur as well.
I updated the fw using the usb. Any one experienced this problem?
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Tried different HDD's and USB sticks, but my unit would just stop and hang in any point, sometimes is I get lucky, the MV or movie would finish. Any help?
Or is it better if I ask for a replacement? I can't say that it was a problem with the files, before I updated the fw, I could play the files flawlessly, it is just when I updated the fw that I encountered this problem.
I tried looking around and there is no way to revert back to the old FW, once upgraded then, thats it.
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Can't you downgrade using the boot-up method?
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@Verbal
That would be my last resort, to revert to the original FW, but I am having problems downloading the files.
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Because of the storm and the brown-out, I had no time reverting my CT box to its old FW. Since this has seven days replacement warranty, I opted to bring it back to Accent Micro and have it replaced.
The replacement unit I got worked flawlessly with all the media files that was stopping and hanging. I got to finish the whole movie without encountering any problems.
Now, my thoughts:
1.) The FW of the first unit I got was 500510099161, the replacement unit's FW was IPB1009B051 - Don't they release CT's with a standard FW?
2.) Should I or should I not upgrade the FW of my CT? My fear is, if I upgrade to the latest FW, I might encounter the same problem of movies stopping and torrent DL's resetting the box. I bought the CT because of that capability.
3.) What would be the difference or assurance that the Online update wont mess up my CT? What would be the major difference of doing an online Update vs the Offline update? Downloading the FW would take around 30 minutes, but if you update Online, it will only take around 10 mins???
4.) Using the 500510099161 or IPB1009B051, the CT does not totally power down, instead, it is just like rebooting the unit. After a few seconds, the CT would power up again, yes, this was fixed in FW IPB10102111, but it totally messed up how my video files played.
What is the current FW in your CT?
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Any other active CT users here? Mukhang ako na lang, waaaa!
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I have to get over the fear of updating the FW, sooner or later, my CT will definitely go through that phase.
So, I went ahead and updated my CT's FW via Ethernet connectivity (the update I did with my first CT ws through USB, in which after the updated f*%ked up my unit).
From IPB1009B051 (default FW my CT came with) > IPB10101111 > IPB10106251 (latest FW).
After the update, I tested everything. Gladly, my CT is functoning properly, no stuterring movies, no hanging videos, BT capability working properly (currently downlading an 8Gb file since last night, 50% na sya ngayun).
NOTE:
I really don't know what is the big difference in updating the FW via ethernet vs USB. As far as my research in various forums, update via USB must be done only if you want to revert back to an older FW. Update using wireless connectivity is also not recommended by many as it would take too long for it to complete.
For a 6k NMT, I'm very happy with my CT. Media player and Torrent rig at the same time. Next project, a large capacity HDD.
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Hi,
im planning to get this NMT next week. can you enlighten me regarding the torrent downloader feature of this NMT? does it really work? :D also, can it output 720p/1080i through component cable? one store selling this NMT told me it can.. just want to confirm with other users. :) thanks! :)
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Hi,
im planning to get this NMT next week. can you enlighten me regarding the torrent downloader feature of this NMT? does it really work? :D also, can it output 720p/1080i through component cable? one store selling this NMT told me it can.. just want to confirm with other users. :) thanks! :)
Torrents: it can download through torrents but it will never get as fast as downloading using your pc
720p/1080i: It can.
For more info from other users, I suggest you visit their message board at:
http://www.brite-viewforum.com/
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Torrents: it can download through torrents but it will never get as fast as downloading using your pc
720p/1080i: It can.
For more info from other users, I suggest you visit their message board at:
http://www.brite-viewforum.com/
thanks a lot sir! :D
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where did you buy your cinematube? and how much
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where did you buy your cinematube? and how much
found one @listen up glorietta last night.. P6k
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Hi,
I bought my CT earlier and tried to play several videos. I noticed that the sound was really low. My CT is connected to my projector via Component and connected to my yamaha AVR via toslink. I have already maxed the volume of CT but it only made it a little louder. My normal audio volume when i watch using my PS3/DVD and my AVR is -15db to -20db. But when i use this volume w/ CT, I couldn't hear any thing! i need to volume up to +5 to +10db for me to hear the normal audio which is really loud that is causing the speakers to produce noise.
Any one also having this issue? how did you solve it? thanks! ;)
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Hi,
I bought my CT earlier and tried to play several videos. I noticed that the sound was really low. My CT is connected to my projector via Component and connected to my yamaha AVR via toslink. I have already maxed the volume of CT but it only made it a little louder. My normal audio volume when i watch using my PS3/DVD and my AVR is -15db to -20db. But when i use this volume w/ CT, I couldn't hear any thing! i need to volume up to +5 to +10db for me to hear the normal audio which is really loud that is causing the speakers to produce noise.
Any one also having this issue? how did you solve it? thanks! ;)
I updated to the latest FW last night and its still the same. I also noticed that this only happens with videos with AAC audio. Does CT have issues with AAC conversion? pls. advise. Thanks!
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any news po ba kung kelan ang bagong labas ng FW
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ano na update sa mga users ng CT?
also, ano pala setup nyo sa preview ng movie titles. cheers!
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may new FW na ba?
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i'm trying the beta firmware. so far, so good.
anyone else?
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i'm trying the beta firmware. so far, so good.
anyone else?
where can I download the beta FW?
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i got it here...
http://www.brite-viewforum.com/viewtopic.php?f=19&t=1182
pero may mga version pa na hindi gumagana yung beta.
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i got it here...
http://www.brite-viewforum.com/viewtopic.php?f=19&t=1182
pero may mga version pa na hindi gumagana yung beta.
ok, thanks! will try it later. ;D
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hi there who can help me. I have been using the bright view CT torrent downloader a year now since Feb 2010 with latest firmware IBP10106251. Then 2 weeks ago, the torrent download no longer works. But the media player still works. I reformatted my HDisk to reinstall the torrent apps. no luck. I used port forwarding on my router enabling ports 6681-6689. No luck. I connected direct to the internet cable modem. No luck. Still no download. But my PC torrent download works meaning I still get an internet connection. I dunno what to do next. thanks for any help
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New firmware is out.
http://www.brite-view.com/support.php
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sirs,
i need help. tried updating the existing firmware dated 10 dec 2009 with the newest version dated july 08 2010 but the device says that there's no need to update because it says Version IPB1009C021 is the latest.
any tips on how to troubleshoot this glitch?
thanks
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What update method did you use?
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tried usb and online to no avail sir
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Do you see the system update menu when you do the USB method?
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any new firmware for CinemaTube?
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I'm using the modified Mede8er firmware. Very happy with the results. :D
http://brite-viewforum.com/viewtopic.php?f=65&t=1341&p=8014&hilit=mediatube#p8014
I heard the AC Ryan one is better but I didn't bother changing mine since I've been happy with my Mede8-Tube. ;D
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I'm using the modified Mede8er firmware. Very happy with the results. :D
http://brite-viewforum.com/viewtopic.php?f=65&t=1341&p=8014&hilit=mediatube#p8014
I heard the AC Ryan one is better but I didn't bother changing mine since I've been happy with my Mede8-Tube. ;D
thanks! anu un difference nila sa GUI?
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thanks! anu un difference nila sa GUI?
additional question sir, how do I update my cinematube FW to this custom FW? Download the Custom FW, transfer to USB, then from CinemaTube upgrade software? Thanks! :D planning to try this later. :)
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Nandoon po sa link yung mga instructions, medyo tiyaga lang po sa pagbasa. Di ko na rin kasi maalala yung method. :)
Pagpalit niyo ng fw, it will look exactly like the Mede8er firmware. Madali lang maintindihan yung GUI. Yung AC Ryan di ko pa nasusubukan.
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Nandoon po sa link yung mga instructions, medyo tiyaga lang po sa pagbasa. Di ko na rin kasi maalala yung method. :)
Pagpalit niyo ng fw, it will look exactly like the Mede8er firmware. Madali lang maintindihan yung GUI. Yung AC Ryan di ko pa nasusubukan.
oks, thanks sir! try ko later. ;) balitaan ko kyo. :)
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I'm using the modified Mede8er firmware. Very happy with the results. :D
http://brite-viewforum.com/viewtopic.php?f=65&t=1341&p=8014&hilit=mediatube#p8014
I heard the AC Ryan one is better but I didn't bother changing mine since I've been happy with my Mede8-Tube. ;D
hi sir, I could not open the link :( laging ng operation time out. can you PM me the download link for the custome firmware?
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I tried the Ac Ryan FW for Cinematube. So far so good. Thanks sir for the link. And to think i was that close to selling my NMT due to lack of updates from the Manufacturer. ;D
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I was able to install the custom firmware. so far so good, really better then the original FW! btw, how do you add in the movie wall?
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You need to save a photo image on each movie folder. Directions at the link below:
http://www.mede8er.com/mede8er_video_wall_user_guide.html
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You need to save a photo image on each movie folder. Directions at the link below:
http://www.mede8er.com/mede8er_video_wall_user_guide.html
thanks! :D using YAMJ for the video wall. :D
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I hope I can get to free up some of my time so I can try the AC Ryan fw. :D
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hi sir, I could not open the link :( laging ng operation time out. can you PM me the download link for the custome firmware?
Please pm me link to custom firmware, haven't been using my cinema tube for a long time because of low audio, maybe this firmware will fix it :) Tia
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Please pm me link to custom firmware, haven't been using my cinema tube for a long time because of low audio, maybe this firmware will fix it :) Tia
it was fixed by the custom FW. I tried it yesterday and happy with it. :D will post the link here later for the benefit of others using CT. ;)
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it was fixed by the custom FW. I tried it yesterday and happy with it. :D will post the link here later for the benefit of others using CT. ;)
thanks sir pao ,will be waiting for it :)
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thanks sir pao ,will be waiting for it :)
sorry for the delay, here you go:
http://code.google.com/p/ims-updates-cinematube/downloads/detail?name=Cinematube_Mede8er_MED400X_V4.0.4_3March2011_INC_HDaudio_MOD3_SHIZZL.rar&can=2&q=
here are the instructions on how to install it:
1. Download the alternative firmware. Unrar it. Save install.img in the root menu of your USB stick/hard drive
2. Power off the unit; unplug your media player
3. Hold the power button on the unit
4. Plug the AC adapter back (without letting go off the power button for 3-5 seconds)
5. You’ll enter “USB Update”. Please plug in the USB drive with the alternative firmware, and the update will begin.
also, let me know if you need help to configure your videowall once you had installed this custom FW.
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Thanks sir pao for the link and instructions, very much appreciated ;D
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Thanks sir pao for the link and instructions, very much appreciated ;D
no prob sir! enjoy! ;D
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Found the location of other firmware, revisions included.
http://www.mediafire.com/?303y4gbfck5nh
I'm using Rev6 of the AC Ryan cfw right now. I kinda like the look and feel of the Mede8er cfw better. This has more apps, though, and it auto updates. Supposedly skinnable too but I haven't tried it yet.
Is it better? Can't say for certain as of the moment.
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Found the location of other firmware, revisions included.
http://www.mediafire.com/?303y4gbfck5nh
I'm using Rev6 of the AC Ryan cfw right now. I kinda like the look and feel of the Mede8er cfw better. This has more apps, though, and it auto updates. Supposedly skinnable too but I haven't tried it yet.
Is it better? Can't say for certain as of the moment.
Thanks for the update. When I had updated to Custom FW, the power button was disabled, is there a fix for this?
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None as of yet. The AC Ryan fw seems to make it work as it lights up. Still like the look and feel of the mede8er better.
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None as of yet. The AC Ryan fw seems to make it work as it lights up. Still like the look and feel of the mede8er better.
ok, thanks! will try to update my FW to AC Ryan. How is the sound using AC Ryan? better than the other CFW? Love the Videowall! I had to sort all my movies to get all the posters and short review of each movie and its really worth it! :D
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The sound is just as good as the last Mede8er cfw. :)
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hi patulong naman sa mga owner ng cinematube dyan i updated my cinematube last year pa sa firmware IPB10102111 now i want to update uli ung firmware ko what na ba latest and may nabasa ko na hindi na daw pala nauupdate ung may bootcode na 14 and 16 but mine is 18..now patulong naman kung what mga firmware na pwede sa cinematube ko..thanks.
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Paki back read na lang po ang previous page. I suggest mag custom firmware na po kayo.
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Paki back read na lang po ang previous page. I suggest mag custom firmware na po kayo.
pano yung custom firmware sir?san ko idownload and pano install?thanks..ano mga bago sa firmware na to?
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pano yung custom firmware sir?san ko idownload and pano install?thanks..ano mga bago sa firmware na to?
back read lng kyo sir.. nandun un links sa CFW..
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sorry for the delay, here you go:
http://code.google.com/p/ims-updates-cinematube/downloads/detail?name=Cinematube_Mede8er_MED400X_V4.0.4_3March2011_INC_HDaudio_MOD3_SHIZZL.rar&can=2&q=
here are the instructions on how to install it:
1. Download the alternative firmware. Unrar it. Save install.img in the root menu of your USB stick/hard drive
2. Power off the unit; unplug your media player
3. Hold the power button on the unit
4. Plug the AC adapter back (without letting go off the power button for 3-5 seconds)
5. You’ll enter “USB Update”. Please plug in the USB drive with the alternative firmware, and the update will begin.
also, let me know if you need help to configure your videowall once you had installed this custom FW.
Successfully updated firmware - thanks! ;D
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Try the AC Ryan firmware. The podcasts and the quick windows sharing capability make it worth a try.
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have you guys tried using 2tb external hdd on your cinematube?
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Yup. No problems using any firmware.
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Just bought this. Updated to the latest firmware, but lost the torrent download function. Any link to a downloadable firmware with the torrent download still included? Or how do I get it to work on the new firmware? Thanks
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Which Cinematube version do you have?
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Cinematube mini. Got it on sale for 4k. Flashed 3 different firmwares on it (latest, ac Ryan, modified official) but still can't find the torrent function. Have an external drive plugged in, a BT folder even got created automatically, but it won't recognize my torrent files
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Torrent downloading has been iffy at best. Also, bandwidth doesn't get maximized.
Other than playing HD files, I utilize my AC Ryan fw for podcasts and playing files over SMB (Windows) shares.
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Iffy or not, how do I even get it to start working? Which firmware should I use and where do I find the function in the menu?
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May nakayos ba nung torrent support? Please reply. Thanks
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Mga sir noob question... Mula pa nung binili ko yung cinematube ko hindi ko pa natry gamitin yung torrent functionality nya, tapos tinest ko siya last week kaso parang hindi nakaconnect sa net e... Kailangan ko pa po ba iset up yung mga IP, DNS, etc. bago gumana? Di po ba yun automatic? Ehehe sana may magreply pa dito need help lang po eheh... ;D
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Mga sir noob question... Mula pa nung binili ko yung cinematube ko hindi ko pa natry gamitin yung torrent functionality nya, tapos tinest ko siya last week kaso parang hindi nakaconnect sa net e... Kailangan ko pa po ba iset up yung mga IP, DNS, etc. bago gumana? Di po ba yun automatic? Ehehe sana may magreply pa dito need help lang po eheh... ;D
If you have a router, then yes, you need to set up the above.
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If you have a router, then yes, you need to set up the above.
para mas madali, set your NMT to DHCP para auto na yung setup sa IP, DNS, etc.
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You may need to open ports for torrent to work. If you plan to put the nmt on a DMZ, you will need to configure a static IP and maybe even DNS.
In any case, I suggest you try raptor's suggestion first, if you can't get any connections, you will need to go to your router's support documentation online to make torrents work. :)
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anyone knows where I can buy the power adaptor/supply of cinematube? My unit supply broke down few days ago. thanks
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anyone knows where I can buy the power adaptor/supply of cinematube? My unit supply broke down few days ago. thanks
Try Raon...pag standard lang merun dun.
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^^Mukhang pwede yung mga universal basta 12V/2A tsaka positive ang gitna. Di naman sya mapili sa adaptor basta pareho ng rating. Yung sakin interchangeable sa adaptor ng Astone enclosure ko.
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thanks for the responses meron daw si TS and will be getting one next week.
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Maraming salamat sa mga reply mga sir.. Sorry ngayon lang ulet ako nakapagcheck since naging busy.. Tanong ko lang saan yung NMT na tinutukoy ni sir raptor? Yung sa cinematube po ba yun mismo? Salamat ulet.. ;D
para mas madali, set your NMT to DHCP para auto na yung setup sa IP, DNS, etc.