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I need a definative answer: Can the Sony DAVS300 play CDR/CDRW`s?
Hi
Ive asked many times the same question, but i never get a definate answer.
Some say some CDR brands work, others say any CDRW. Others say that it cant play either because its not "dual layered"( whatever that means ).
I want to play VCD`s and Audio WAV files. Ive tried Vivastar, Phillips, and Plain black disks( All recommendations ) and i get the same answer from my machine " No Disk ".
Please can someone help, im seriously thinking of getting rid of this system which is excellent apart from the fact it cant play CDR/W.
Help!!!!
RE: £799 for a good spec pc @ watford electronics
Thats a very good price in my view.
But, i`m going for a custom build one.
Same spec, no monitor or operating system, but a few quid cheaper.
As a stand alone package though. This is much better than the shops.
Can the Sony DAVS300 play CD-R`s/VCD`s??
Ive heard on another forum that the DAVS300 cant play cdr`s at all, and only a few makes of cdrw.
Can someone confirm this for me as to any makes of CDR/CDRW that work on this machine?
Also if it plays VCD`s
Cheers!
RE: Setting up DAVS300 Help needed
Thanks for replying.
Ive already got my Xbox set up as you suggest. It outputs prologic, but not 5.1.
Having read that comment about inputs, i think its right. Not to worry, all i was doing was wanting to play my region 1 dts dvd`s using region X for the xbox.
I guess i will just have to get my system chipped. I am quite happy with it, so im not going to get the 400, well not just yet anyhow.
If you let me know your email address i will send you the codes. Mine is ssom_ecurB[at]moc.dlrowmda
Cheers matey!
Setting up DAVS300 Help needed
How can i get 5.1 through my Sony DAVS300 using my Xbox?
The Xbox outputs 5.1 but im not sure how i can get my sony to decode the signal.
The inputs in the back of my DAVS300 are crap. I only appear to have an S-Video coax, and regular AV leads.
Help, cant play 5.1 games or DVD`s through my Xbox!!
RE: Sony DVD bargain at Currys
Talk about wound up!!
Last month i bought the DAVS300 and it cost me £329!!!!
Top piece of kit though, totally recommend it.
Anyone know if i can demand my money back?
Where can i buy a DVD or CD to test my surround sound kit?
Ive seen in my local Bose shop the salesman has a DVD which contains clips from movies which are using the 5.1 sound to its full ability.
I would love to get one of these so i can show off my kit.
Anyone got any ideas?
5.1 Testing
Does anyone know where i can purchase a DVD which shows clips in films utilising the full 5.1 surround sound.
I have lots of films with good bits on them, but i really want to show off my new kit and i keep having to search for specific scenes on my DVD`s.
RE: PS2 Outputs
Thanks Gavin for that, but i was really hoping for a cheaper option.
I can get my DAVS300 chipped for a lot less than that, but cheers for the advice.
PS2 Outputs
Hi
Im still trying to solve a problem with my Sony DAVS300 and my PS2.
Ive heard the only output for DTS/DD is throught the optical out lead on the back of the PS2. Thats all fine and dandy but my DAVS300 what i wanted to decode the D/DTS only has a coax input.
How can i get DTS/DD sound playing through my 5.1 sony davs300 using my PS2 dvd player.
PS: the only reason why i use the DVD on the PS2 is because its multi region, whereas my DAVS300 isnt.
Somebody help, i have tonnes of region 1 discs but cant get a decent soundtrack.
Couple of questions about PS2
I have just bought the region x kit and i would like to know if this same disk can be used to make my sony DAVS300 multi region?
1 more thing, i have posted previously about pushing the sound through a DTS Decoder but im still vexed.
The DAVS300 doesnt have an optical input, and the PS2 doesnt have a coax output?
how can i connect the 2 to get DTS.
Other Bargainb Bucket forums?
Ive only just started to read this forum and ive already bought some real bargains.
Does anyone know of any other forums like this. Im always on the lookout for a good deal.
RE: PS2 - does it output Dolby Digital and DTS??
Cheers mate. I`ll give it a try!
RE: PS2 - does it output Dolby Digital and DTS??
Eerrrm. Does the PS2 really decode dts and dd? i was hoping it would output these, but if i had known that the ps2 decoded these i wouldnt have bought my davs300. i wouldve bought a 5.1 speaker kit.
If anyone can confirm Handsome`s comments that would be great.
thanks
PS2 - does it output Dolby Digital and DTS??
I have a PS2 and a Sony DAVS300. As the DAVS has a dts and digital decoder, but isnt multi region. I wanted to buy the region X cartridge and play region 1 discs through the PS2 into the DAVS to decode the DTS or Digital.
I tried just the Gladiator DTS region 2 disc playing through the PS2 and outputing the sound through the DAVS300 and it couldnt handle the DTS.
Any ideas? i may have the wiring set up incorrectly.
RE: Whats the cheapest amp with inbuilt DTS and 5.1 decoders???
I would highly recommend the Sony DAVS-300.
I got it for £350.00 from comet, but i know its slightly cheaper on the net, even as low as £280.
It has DTS, Dolby Digital 5.1 and doubles up as a HiFi rather nicely.
Come on guys, need some hook up advice.
I have just bought a sony davs300 and there isnt any scart plug on the rear of the machine. They have supplied an S-Video lead which has a scart adpter with it but the picture is worse than when i had my Alba 103!!
I have an S-Video input on my TV, but its at the front of my set. I dont really want to have this lead coming out of the front of my set so does anyone have any advice?
Sony DAVS300
Hi
Just bought this model and ive noticed there has only been 1 posting of a remote hack. Does anyone know if this has worked on other machines and if not, does anyone know of any other remote hack available?
Are the people writing in this forum using computer based DVD or player based?
Just curious to see in what sort of environment people are using their home cinema set-ups in?
The reason i ask is that someone recommending a 5.1 system may be good on a computer based bedroom set up, but not a living room everyday set up.
Cyberhome 528 and Packard bell 5.1 system???
If i get this system, will it sound ok in a standard sized living room?
RE: Can the Videologic digitheatre sound good in a lounge 16` x 12` ??
Its £199 from a maidstone electrical place which is closing down. The only problem is theres only 1 left. Its probably gone by now, but im tempted to hold on til the final closing down day and make them an even lower offer.
Does anyone know how much this system is worth?
Can the Videologic digitheatre sound good in a lounge 16` x 12` ??
Advice please, i can get it for £199, but am not entirely convinced that its going to suit my needs.
RE: Philips / Sharp TVs any good?
Around 2 yrs agao i bought the 76FW54H model, which is 32" widescreen and i think its great. I think the sound on the TV could be better, but i bet you dont have as many features on the phillips as you do on the Sharp.
Its got Dolby prologic too, but thats crap. Well, if your looking at buying seperates its crap.
RE: Advice please, is it a good deal??
Its definately £199, i agreed the price with the store manager. Its also definately the DTS version as its plastered all over the box.
Just looking around though ive seen the Yamaha TSS-1 for £160. Is this system any good?
Advice please, is it a good deal??
I have noticed at a local store they have the Videologic DTS Digitheatre for £199.99.
Do you think this is a bargain? I already have a credit note for £50 with them too, so that would make it cheaper.
Any advice on this system would be great!
RE: Ice Age...beats Monsters Inc hands down!!!
This happens whenever a Disney film is released. Theres always a similar animated film which immediately everyone says is better than the Disney film.
My advice, dont compare them, film studios are releasing these titles in order to use Disney`s marketing. Hardly fair, its bound to be better.
In my experience, Disney aim at the younger child, whilst others aim at older kids and adults.
RE: Have DVD player with 6-channel output? Get these speakers!
Isnt this a PC DVD surrounds speaker set??
Would this really do for a living room, or is it a bedroom set only?
RE: Have DVD player with 6-channel output? Get these speakers!
So how much were they and where did you get them?
Whats the cheapest player with an internal DTS/Digital Decoder?
Still cant conifrm the the cyberhome 528 has dts decoding ability, so looking at other models now. All comments and advice appreciated.
RE: Newcomer needing advice
It really depends on how much you have to spend?