Have you thought of using a Roku box ?

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In Reply to: Computers for A/V posted by lokie on January 9, 2019 at 08:23:29:

I use one to connect my TV to my newtork and stream A/V content. I have a NAS drive. There is a Plex app for roku; unsure about a Direct TV app.

Roku DAC leaves a lot to be desired, and would be a limitation if you want to stream high quality audio. I use a (former) TOTL Marantz AV receiver with a good DAC for audio streaming throughout my house.

You could pair a Roku box for video with a used Denon Heos 2 Preamp, or Blue Sound Node 2 for audio for less than $400. Both the Denon and Blue Sound will connect to a NAS and stream all of the popular services.

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Topic - Computers for A/V - lokie 08:23:29 01/09/19 (2)

Have you thought of using a Roku box ? - Ross 13:56:44 01/20/19 (1)

RE: Have you thought of using a Roku box ? - lokie 11:12:00 01/23/19 (0)

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Have you thought of using a Roku box ? - Ross 13:56:44 01/20/19 (1)

RE: Have you thought of using a Roku box ? - lokie 11:12:00 01/23/19 (0)

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