Re: Network Media Players & Freeview PCI/USB Cards

[Robert Welsh <bob-ukha@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx>]

Andy Laurence wrote:
> I've searched through ukha-archive.com, and I can't for the life of me
find
> the list of available network media players.  I'm trying to find what
> options I have that will play video/audio/images.  Alternatively, any
> multi-machine reviews would be useful.  It'll be easier to plug one of
these
> into my TV than build a PC/Xbox to do it!

Coincidentally I noticed an open question on the FAQ the other day on
the same topic. I quickly drew up the best list I could from memory and
submitted it.

[/me goes to check]

Hmmm...the question's still open - and I can't find any submitted
answers. Maybe Mark didn't like my answer ;-)

IIRC the list had in it:

- Linksys WMA11B
(http://www.linksys.com/products/product.asp?grid=33&scid=38&prid=554)
- Netgear MP101
(http://www.netgear.com/products/prod_details.php?prodID=234)
- Rokulabs Soundbridge and HD1000
(http://www.rokulabs.com)
- Slim Devices Slimp3 and Squeezebox
(http://www.slimdevices.com)

I'm sure there's some others - but the obvious candidates all with
varying limitations...so a little more research would be worthwhile.

I use both a Slimp3 and a mod'ed XBox. For audio the Slimp3/Squeezebox
is just the proverbial mutt's nuts. THe Xbox (in conjunction with XBMP)
is a great solution for video and audio (if a little hacky).

Actually I just though of another - The Kiss networked DVD player -
which a few folks on here have...

Hope some of this ramble is useful.

Cheers,
Rob