Joined: 07 Apr 2003 Posts: 20349 Location: New Jersey
Posted: Mon, 11 Aug 2008 06:43:41 Post Subject: Moneual MonCaso 972S Home Theater PC Case
The MonCaso 972S is something like an all-in-one solution for those looking to build a highly function, extremely attractive HTPC. You not only get a great case with plenty of top-notch features, but you also get a multi-function remote control and an integrated seven inch touchscreen to make interacting with your system enjoyable and convenient. - The Review
Posted: Sun, 31 Aug 2008 13:55:50 Post Subject: moneual moncaso 972
Did I miss something? Where are the audio outputs? I assume one needs an audio card of some kind. How does the front volume control whatever sound device is installed?
Joined: 15 Aug 2004 Posts: 49 Location: North Jersey
Posted: Sun, 31 Aug 2008 18:09:17 Post Subject:
Nope, you didn't miss anything. This is just the Home Theater PC case. When I checked out the link, they had pics of the back of the case, and it looks like the sound would come from the on-board sound from the PC motherboard.
That said, this is just the CASE. No motherboard included. So the price of $499 is for the super quiet case (important for a home theater PC) and the 7 inch touch screen! I'm looking for a home theater PC case, but I don't need a touch screen, so this one is out. The associated item at the bottom of the article showed a different case at newegg for just over $100. That is more inline with what I am looking for. _________________
I am looking for a box to load 900 CDs worth of MP3 and be able to easily play them on a home audio system. With a decent sound card on a basic mobo and LARGE HD this system is pretty much self-contained. Just what I need.
Joined: 07 Apr 2003 Posts: 20349 Location: New Jersey
Posted: Sun, 31 Aug 2008 19:46:48 Post Subject:
The case comes with the screen, remote, and software... The software interfaces with whatever sound solution you use (onboard or add-in card). I didn't take a picture of it, but check this one out for a better understanding of how the volume control interface can be programmed...
Quick comment on the review: I'm guessing the 24-pin power cable extension is probably not purely for power. I'm guessing they want access to the PS_ON (power supply on) signal, so that the PC can be turned on via IR command, and +5VSB (5V standby) to keep the IR receiver constantly powered, for the same reason.
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