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Export laws might delay this product to the UK. However an Xbox360 works great. I use two of them as media extenders. One wired, one wireless and they both stream HD content with excellent picture quality.
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Hi Guys,
I'm very impressed with the reviews I've read regarding the HP MediaSmart Connect x280n and would like to know if anyone knows when the scheduled release in the UK is.
If there is none, is there a way i can import one from the US? I went through the process of ordering from Amazon earlier tonight only to be rejected when I entered my address.
September 26, 2008 12:06 PM
updated: September 26, 2008 12:07 PM
Hi Rick,
Thanks for replying.
I read somewhere that the xbox was a bit noisy, is this true and also how well does it integrate with the MediaSmart Server? I was hoping maybe that my TV would become like a monitor and that I would be able view my emails and webcams on it and other stuff like that.
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September 26, 2008 12:34 PM
Lars7 said: Hi Guys, I'm very impressed with the reviews I've read regarding the HP MediaSmart Connect x280n and would like to know if anyone knows when the scheduled release in the UK is. If there is none, is there a way i can import one from the US? I went through the process of ordering from Amazon earlier tonight only to be rejected when I entered my address.
I don't think there are any plans to introduce the product outside of the US.
While the power supply is universal, the Connect supports only NTSC (component or HDMI), which means you need a multi-standard TV. Also the Cinemanow service will not work outside of the US.
September 26, 2008 12:57 PM
TV guy said: I don't think there are any plans to introduce the product outside of the US. While the power supply is universal, the Connect supports only NTSC (component or HDMI), which means you need a multi-standard TV. Also the Cinemanow service will not work outside of the US.
Hi TV Guy,
Sorry too hear that, do you know of an decent alternative that is available to me.
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September 26, 2008 4:25 PM
Lars7 said:As another poster mentioned, the xbox360 is probably a very good alternative.TV guy said: I don't think there are any plans to introduce the product outside of the US. While the power supply is universal, the Connect supports only NTSC (component or HDMI), which means you need a multi-standard TV. Also the Cinemanow service will not work outside of the US.Hi TV Guy, Sorry too hear that, do you know of an decent alternative that is available to me.
November 6, 2008 3:05 PM
I have just recieved my Media Smart Connect here in the UK and have to say it is everything its cracked up to be. I got a friend to post one to me and mark it as "Gift" value $50 so no import duty !
November 13, 2008 5:14 PM
Gauduchon said: I have just recieved my Media Smart Connect here in the UK and have to say it is everything its cracked up to be. I got a friend to post one to me and mark it as "Gift" value $50 so no import duty !
Thanks Gauduchon,
I have ordered the connect and it arrives next week.
November 17, 2008 12:32 PM
Hi Guys,
The connector arrived today but I can't try it out as it has an American plug, does anyone know where I can get an adaptor or similar power lead.
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November 17, 2008 9:40 PM
Lars7 said: Hi Guys, The connector arrived today but I can't try it out as it has an American plug, does anyone know where I can get an adaptor or similar power lead.
I believe the power adaptor is already 100-220 V (but do check!).
Then you only need a plastic adaptor so it can fit in your power outlet, available in most travel stores.
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November 18, 2008 12:12 AM
Just cut the plug and buy a new one that will fit your outlet.
are you sure that its ready for 220V ?
November 18, 2008 7:14 AM
Hi Kriller,
Couldn't do that, it's not just a plug, more of a transformer.
I got an adapter from my local electrical store that works well and I'm very impressed with the connector, just what I was looking for. 
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November 18, 2008 7:21 AM
Kriller said: ah, ok now I get it, Does it stream live TV ?
Via windows media center, I think it does, but I need more time to play with it.
and thanks for your reply TV Guy, I missed it the first time and you were correct of course.
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November 18, 2008 2:34 PM
Kriller said: Just cut the plug and buy a new one that will fit your outlet. are you sure that its ready for 220V ?
Yes, it is rated 100-240V
You simply need plastic power adaptor.
For European usage,the main concern is that you need a multi-standard TV with component or HDMI input. It only supports NTSC.
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November 18, 2008 2:36 PM
Kriller said: ah, ok now I get it, Does it stream live TV ?Yes, provided you a Vista (Home Premium or Ultimate PC) with a TV tuner.
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