Apple PowerBook Notebook 12" M9183LL/A (1.33-GHz PowerPC G4, 256 MB RAM, 60 GB Hard Drive, DVD/CD-RW Drive)
Average customer rating: 4.5 out of 5 stars
  • !!!NOW INTRODUCING THE ANTI-USER LAPTOP!!!
  • Review from the converted
  • I switched!
  • Three words: wow. Three... letter words.
  • It Just Works - Really
Apple PowerBook Notebook 12" M9183LL/A (1.33-GHz PowerPC G4, 256 MB RAM, 60 GB Hard Drive, DVD/CD-RW Drive)

Manufacturer: Apple Computer
ProductGroup: Personal Computer
Binding: Personal Computers

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  5. Sony 4X Dbl Layer 16X DVD+/-RW External Drive ( DRX720UL/T ) Sony 4X Dbl Layer 16X DVD+/-RW External Drive ( DRX720UL/T )

ASIN: B00022ADWG

Product Description

With the most advanced feature set of any ultracompact notebook, the 12-inch PowerBook G4 is the ultimate travel companion - allowing you to work wirelessly, connect to digital displays, and pack very light. With its new DVI port, faster G4 processor, and slot-loading SuperDrive or Combo drive, it delivers an ideal combination of form and function, all at an irresistible price.The 12-inch PowerBook offers tremendous video output versatility - you're equipped to connect to everything from Apple flat-panel displays to digital projectors to monitors and televisions. With improved performance courtesy of its fast 1GHz PowerPC G4 processor with 512K L2 cache, up to 1.25GB of DDR memory, and a new, more powerful NVIDIA graphics chip, the 12-inch PowerBook is the perfect choice for everything from business productivity applications to the hottest games. It also features a brilliant 12.1-inch (diagonal) display, full I/O capabilities, integrated Bluetooth connectivity, and optional AirPort Extreme wireless networking.Remarkably compact and incredibly powerful, it weighs a mere 4.6 pounds, requires a minimal amount of desktop space, and is easily tucked away in a briefcase or backpack. And its 5-hour battery life ensures that time is always on your side.Whether you're a mobile professional leading the jet-set life or a busy student running around campus, the 12-inch PowerBook is sure to be your ultimate travel companion.

Customer Reviews:

1 out of 5 stars !!!NOW INTRODUCING THE ANTI-USER LAPTOP!!!.......2005-11-07

IF YOU READ NO MORE OF MY LENGTHY DIATRIBE, READ THIS: DO NOT WASTE YOUR PRECIOUS AND/OR HARD-EARNED MONEY ON THIS "HIGH" (THAT'S A LAUGH!!!) PERFORMANCE PIECE OF JUNK; IT IS INCREDIBLY OVERPRICED AND OVERRATED. I've had three of these things because they all crashed when brand new (the warranty gave me new ones, thank God); all the "talk" about Mac lately boggles the mind. I've had it for 16 months, taken care of it as well as an overwhelmed PhD student could possibly manage and I've experienced nothing but problems (ones that are QUITE PRICEY now that the warranty is up). The care plans should be included, moreover, instead of Mac's relentless PRICE GOUGING for even the slightest of upgrades. An example? I paid just under $140 for Mac OSX Tiger (V. 10.4.02) and all it did was clog my hard drive with more of Mac's trendy, flashy and largely useless "widgets" and other USELESS PROGRAMS and things that are, to be frank, nothing but cyber-status symbols. "Multitasking" is impossible; "the color wheel" (the equivalent of the hourglass in Windows) comes on constantly even when you ask it to do the simplest tasks, like use Word (which is [for Mac] slow, sloppy and incompatible with people who like to get work done) and play iTunes simultaneously. It constantly needs its "Force Quit" application used because it cannot handle more than a trio of "major" programs running at once; it will just simply stop responding. Moreover, the "stylish" metal-plated design causes the exterior to become dented and, on another note, the LCD display is damaged if put under even the lightest of rigor (if you have a hectic professional life, or school life, etc., avoid this computer like the Avian Flu). Readers, you're intelligent people who want the most for your money: Do you really want to SPEND THOUSANDS of dollars on something like this? Be sensible with a Dell, Toshibo (that's THE BEST BRAND I've worked with) or Sony for less money and an INFINITELY BETTER performance all-around. It is supposed to be this eminent, sterling state of the art machine and all it is really is a very photogenic, good-looking fashion item, plain and simple. All people do is say "that's pretty nice; smooth design" or something to that effect...if they ever asked me about the function, I would not have nice replies in hand. To be frank, Mac creates things (iPOD EXCLUDED) that look good and perform poorly most of the time. Bottom line: DO NOT BUY this computer if you are a professional person who likes to finish things, have a user-friendly experience, do not like an inanimate object to make you angry with its constant, unending problems and, finally, waste SO MUCH money. The iPod is good but the laptop is utterly USELESS and/or DREADFULLY SLOW about two-thirds of the time.

5 out of 5 stars Review from the converted.......2005-01-14

I've been a Windows/Unix user all my life. This is my first Mac and I love it.

Pros :
- Mac OS X is way more stable than any Microsoft Windows available
- Did you know that Mac OS X is UNIX-based? I love real unix shell.
- Light & small
- Slot-loading optical drive is better than the regular one, IMO
- Wi-Fi 802.11b/g + bluetooth now included
- über-long battery life. My 5-month old battery lasts about 3 hours when I'm just browsing the web (wifi-on, bluetooth-on)
- not likely to get infected by virus/malware/spyware.
- iLife suite included
- supports dual display - I use this PB as a desktop replacement
- high quality soundcard - i've seen some PC laptop that has crappy soundcard. It's bad to the point that your MP3 sound really bad

Cons :
- Admit it, there are less software for Mac OS X. Make sure that you know everything you need has Mac version available. Don't depend on Virtual PC. It's tad slow on this 1.33GHz cpu.
- Software running on Mac is not as optimized as it should.
- This is the cheapest powerbook available. It's LCD screen isn't as good as 15"/17" ones. It's acceptable, reliable but you cannot expect something as good as
- 256 meg of ram is NOT enough for you to run regular software smoothly. Consider adding at least another 256.
- internal fan is sometime annoying when you do heavy graphics/calculation. You cannot watch DVD fullscreen without headphone. It's THAT noisy.

5 out of 5 stars I switched!.......2004-12-14

I was looking into buying a new computer this summer. I needed something very portable, compatible with Windows and of course, stylish. (Style is KEY!) I was working in a very relaxed office setting over the summer in a web development company, and the girl I sat next to is a hardcore Mac addict. She urged me at no end to get a Mac. She let me use her iBook a few times to get a feel for it, and in the end, I blew all the extra money I made last summer and bought a PowerBook (12inch, the only upgrade was to 512MB Ram and an extra battery,).

It has become an invaluable asset, replaceing all of the notebooks and binders I used to carry. It's about 5 pounds, so that's not too horribly heavy, but it does pack some weight if you've also got a yoga mat, lunch and two textbooks to carry as well.

I had used iMacs before in computer labs, but had grown up on PCs. I must say that I am thrilled to have switched. This interface is beautiful to use, easy to pick up and adjust to. With a little bit of tweaking and a few, "Where's that key?" moments, it's become my computer of choice. I've had it for four months, and the biggest stumbling block I've ever had with it is when I pull it out of my backpack to start taking notes and the idiot sitting next to me says, "Ewwwwwww! a Mac!" It is completley compatible with all the Windows programs my groupmates use, so there isn't an issue with file sharing. My friend liked mine so much, that two weeks later when her parents decided to buy her a laptop, she got the same one!

I only have a few dislikes about it. It doesn't come with any port covers, so I can only imagine how easy it might be for a paper clip to get stuck in the CD slot. Same goes for the Ethernet and USB ports. It only has two USB ports, and could certainly use more of those. I don't get the 5 hours of touted battery life; average is about 3.5, but longer if I turn down the brightness. Thankfully it recharges very quickly.

All in all, an awesome purchase that I don't regret.

5 out of 5 stars Three words: wow. Three... letter words........2004-12-11

One of the things I had heard a lot about was the PowerBook's long battery life, and they weren't kidding. While 5 hours is a bit high, for normal use 3 to 4 is a very rough range. Even so, 3 hours is a long longer than some PC laptops gets, such as my old Compaq Presario 2195US. Even more so than the long battery life, though, which in itself is amazing, is the seamless transition from running from the power adapter and running from the battery. Unlike the Compaq I mentioned before, in which XP would switch to the battery settings, dimming the screen and slowing it down (and even when I set it to maximum performance it still seemed slower) everything stays the same. No kidding. Unplug. No difference. Plug it in. The same thing. While trying to setup my wireless network, I forgot to plug it in, running off the battery the entire time without even knowing it. When I finally did, I was amazed that I wasn't running from the wall: it was exactly the same experience as when it was plugged in. So for that 4 hours you get the most amazing experience due, in part, to Mac OS X.

In terms of power--RAM, CPU, etc.--I am impressed. The standard 256MB RAM that comes with the computer is simply not enough, and I've had a few slow-downs even with an extra 512MB installed (for a total of 768MB RAM). Albeit I was running a dozen large applications, the point is that extra RAM is a must and that maxing it out is the best thing you can do, so long as you have the extra money to spend. It really makes a difference. As far as raw processor power goes, I found it a bit slow at first (though much faster than a 1.33GHz PC). My experience here is sordid, though, because I at first owned an 867MHz Rev. A PowerBook for about a month or so before trading it in for this Rev. C beauty. Regardless, whatever slowdowns I experiences at first are all but gone--or I've grown used to them. Either way, this thing runs like a Ferrari.

I can't really comment on its size and weight, as I have yet to carry it around with me much, but I will make a note of the screen size: despite it being merely 12"--quite smaller than the 15" screens I have been using on laptops for the past year--I was accustomed to it almost immediately. I remember using my mom's laptop at one point a week after buying this that looking at her 15.4" widescreen was just.. I was thunderstruck at how large it was. Afterwards, I went back to my laptop, and saw a normal-sized screen. I was incredulous before making my purchase, people who said the screen was fine being quite unconvincing, but I have to say that they were absolutely right. You get used to it in an instant, and everything else is, well, huge in comparison.

And how quiet it is! I've never been one to be bothered by the sound of computer fans--though the ones in my old desktop were outrageously loud and annoying--and thought my old laptop to have been quiet, but after using a PowerBook for two months, I know better. I would classify my old Compaq as not loud, as it truly wasn't, but definitely not quiet. Quiet is this, my PowerBook. More than a few times I've made a reach for the power button, and even begun to press it, before I realized that it was asleep, usually brushing against my mouse and awakening the computer, the screen glowing as it came to life. That is quiet.

I simply must mention Mac OS X, even though it isn't a hardware part of the PowerBook. It has made my experience exponentially better. Though odd at first--I had to relearn how to make line breaks in IM clients, how to use the Command key as often as the Control key, and even learn the combos (Command+Shift+Letter, for instance)--it really has made computing more fun. I know it sounds corny, and at first it wasn't that way, but having grown used to it, seeing some of the applications out there, using them, etc., I couldn't be happier. On top of a different way of obtaining most apps--that is, paying for them via credit card and simply buying the CD key, then downloading the trial software and unlocking all the features--there is such a diverse selection to choose from. For instance, there's iComic, which, using Perl scripts, allows you to view [web]comics from within it, and even download them to your hard drive automatically. I don't know of any PC program that does this. As opposed to doing everything with one program, you have multiple, smaller, more efficient applications. For instance, instead of using Photoshop to slowly and painstakingly fade the ends of my images out to a white, I can simply set a template in, say, Yellow Mug Software's EasyFrame, drag all my files into it, and it'll do the same thing automatically. Which brings up arguably the best part: the widespread use of drag 'n' drop. The most basic and amazing use being that, when you want to open a file in a non-default program, instead of right clicking, going to Open with..., etc., you can simply drag the file to the application in question and drop it on it, automatically opening it in that application.

Overall, my experience with this PowerBook, and its OS, has been nothing short of stunning; amazing; the greatest computer experience of my life. Not only is it fun, but the OS is unparalleled and it finds the balance PC laptops can only dream of achieving: being portable without sacrificing performance.

5 out of 5 stars It Just Works - Really.......2004-10-30

I've always used Windows/x86 computers, but recently I decided to make the switch to Apple and OS X. I thoroughly researched the Powerbook G4 and found that no PC laptop manufacturer could match the Powerbook's feature set and low weight for the same price. So I determined that Powerbooks are not overpriced, as is sometimes claimed. The only place where the Powerbook SEEMED to lag behind was in the processor speed. I was concerned that the PB (1.33GHz) wouldn't be as fast as a Windows notebook (some of which run at 3Ghz or more.)

The only way to find out was to go to the Apple store in my hometown and play with a Powerbook in person. After about 20 minutes of opening lots of programs concurrently, watching videos and listening to music, etc, I knew my concerns about the computer's speed were unfounded. I was sold.

(...)
So now I have my 12" Powerbook and I am very happy with my purchase. Some have called it a functional work of art, and I feel I can agree with that assessment - it's a beautiful computer. I searched the internet and found Mac OS X applications to replace the ones I used under Windows, and they are as good or better. Many OS X applications are open source and free to use. The operating system is beautiful and runs smoothly even when multitasking.

When I'm at home, I connect the PB to a Dell 21" LCD monitor running at 1600x1200 resolution, and a wireless keyboard and mouse. The PB's graphics processor has no trouble driving my monitor at that resolution. I also use a Firewire external hard disk. Everything is such a breeze to set up. For the most part, you just plug your hardware in, and it works without installing drivers.

On the road, I don't suffer from the 12" display. It's bright and clear, no dead pixels on my unit. It's a bit hard to have more than one window open at a time on such a small screen, so prepare to do a lot of switching (which can be accomplished by pressing F9 and clicking your desired window - so easy!) Sure, I'd like a bigger screen, but the portability outweighs that for me. I'm sure the 15" PB is equally good if you weigh the relative importances differently.

I still have a lot to learn about my new Powerbook, but I already feel comfortable using it. It's only been a few days, but I'm 'used to' OS X and its applications.

In conclusion, I'm absolutely satisfied with my purchase. If you're considering a Powerbook, go to an Apple store nearby and try one out. But come back to Amazon.com when it's time to buy.

Canon Sure Shot Owl Date 35mm Camera
Average customer rating: 4 out of 5 stars
  • THE Point & Shoot Camera
  • Okay, but...
  • Pretty good but a tad bit expensive!
Canon Sure Shot Owl Date 35mm Camera

Manufacturer: Canon
ProductGroup: Photography
Binding: Electronics

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Accessories:
  1. Canon Mini Tripod 6 for Compact Cameras Canon Mini Tripod 6 for Compact Cameras

Product Features:
  • Extralarge viewfinder makes taking pictures easy, especially for eyeglass wearers
  • 3-step active autofocus system does all the focusing for you
  • 4-speed electronic autoexposure and built-in flash for the right light every time
  • 10-second self-timer lets you get in the picture
  • 5-mode date imprinting feature

ASIN: B00004SYWU

Amazon.com Product Description

The Canon Sure Shot Owl is a lightweight, fully automatic point-and-shoot camera. It offers a 35mm f/4.5 optical glass lens equipped with three-step autofocus technology to give you sharp images from as close as 2.6 feet. The Canon Sure Shot Owl also provides an oversized viewfinder that's three times wider than a normal viewfinder, allowing for easier-to-see images and easier focusing--especially for people who wear glasses. The simple-to-use mode dial lets users quickly switch to one of four built-in flash modes, including red-eye reduction and a self-timer mode. The Canon Sure Shot Owl offers a choice of four shutter speeds and also features built-in autoexposure, auto film load, and auto speed setting with midroll rewind possible. This model also offers a five-mode date imprinting feature so you can always keep track of when a picture was taken.

The Canon Sure Shot Owl measures only 4.9 by 2.9 by 1.8 inches and weighs 9 ounces with batteries, so it's compact and light enough to slip into a pocket or purse.

Canon offers a one-year warranty on parts and labor for this camera.

Customer Reviews:

5 out of 5 stars THE Point & Shoot Camera.......2000-08-13

How many times have you had a kodak moment while your Carl Zeiss'ed Contax is stowed away in the dehumidified lexan box up on the top shelf of your closet? Get a handy point & shoot? But which one? The answer is the Canon Sure Shot Owl (or Prima AF-8 as its known in my neck of the woods). Biggest reason going for it is the SLR sized viewfinder. No squinting down lil' itty-bitty eyeholes.Then there's the AF on a fixed lens. No zoom. A definite plus to save indecision and lens twiddling. Also it comes with 35mm fixed. The desert island lens for most photogs. Lastly quality optics from not the makers of baby bottles at a price which you don't mind if you left the camera at the beach. I love mine.

3 out of 5 stars Okay, but..........2000-07-10

It is an okay camera, but I think the zoom action would make it better.

4 out of 5 stars Pretty good but a tad bit expensive!.......2000-06-10

I find it pretty strange that no-one has bought or reviewed this camera. Well as the sole purchaser of the camera, I thought that it was pretty decent buy, though maybe it might be too expensive. This camera has all the basics, excluding a zoom function.

It takes standard film,

has auto-focus, auto advance and rewind,

A self-timer

Date printing

Red-eye reduction

The larger and easier to use viewfinder

and a neat little dial which gives the option of manually choosing to turn the flash on or letting that process be automatic.

Overall, I'm pretty happy with this buy, though I have to admit, if it had a zoom function, I would have been extremely pleased, but as I'm no photo expert, this camera works for me!
Canon Sure Shot Owl PF Date 35mm Camera
Average customer rating: 3 out of 5 stars
  • Canon Sure Shot Owl PF Date
  • Too much flash
  • flash bright as the sun
  • Good for Wildlife Photography
Canon Sure Shot Owl PF Date 35mm Camera

Manufacturer: Canon
ProductGroup: Photography
Binding: Electronics

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Accessories:
  1. Kodak High Definition 400 Speed 24 Exposure Film (3-Pack) Kodak High Definition 400 Speed 24 Exposure Film (3-Pack)
  2. Rayovac NM715-8 Rechargeable NiMH AA Batteries, 8-Count Package Rayovac NM715-8 Rechargeable NiMH AA Batteries, 8-Count Package
  3. FujiFilm Superia 110 200 Speed Film (2 Pack) FujiFilm Superia 110 200 Speed Film (2 Pack)
  4. Canon Sure Shot Deluxe Soft Case Canon Sure Shot Deluxe Soft Case
  5. Canon Mini Tripod 6 for Compact Cameras Canon Mini Tripod 6 for Compact Cameras

Product Features:
  • Self-timer
  • Red-eye reduction
  • Autofocus system
  • .68x magnification viewfinder
  • Date imprint

ASIN: B00004YZQ9

Product Description

Canon Sure Shot Owl PF Compact Film Camera Kit
Make Every Shot a Sure Shot There's no guesswork - It'sAutomatic
The OWL PF is a sleek, compact 35mm camera thats a photo shooters dream come true. Its fully automatic with autofocus and auto flash.Low-light conditions are never a problem. Its Power Flash is strong enough to take great shots up to 33 feet away
Kit includes: Sure Shot Owl PF Camera, Neck Strap, Soft Compact Case MI, Two 1.5VBatteries, Lens Care Kit
Features:
* 3-point AiAF - "AiAF" stands for Artificial Intelligence Autofocus. Three focus sensors read the scene toprovide maximum sharpness and clarity, even when your subject is slightly off-center or on the move.
* Self-Timer - Just push the button and you have 10 seconds to get in the picture before the camera automatically releases the shutter.
* Red-Eye Reduction - The Red-Eye Reduction works automatically to help assure natural looking eyes in your flash pictures.
* Date Imprint - To remember a special occasion, you can imprint your pictures with the date in your favorite format: Year/Month/Day, Day/Hour/Minute (24-hour clock), Month/Day/Year and Day/Month/Year.
Specifications:
Type35mm; Lens 35mm f/3.8
Autofocus Type 1-point Active
Center 1-point AF
Focusing Range 2.6 ft./0.8m to infinity
Exposure Control Program AE
Built-in Flash Modes Standard/3-mode
Flash Operating Range (ISO 100)
2.6 - 16.4 ft. /0.8 - 5m
Film Loading / Advance / Rewind
Fully automatic, mid-roll rewind
Self-timer Electronically controlled, 10-sec. delay
Battery Type 2 x AA (3V)
Weight 8.1 oz./230g

Customer Reviews:

5 out of 5 stars Canon Sure Shot Owl PF Date.......2002-12-04

Purchased the camera at Sears on sale for [money]. Having read other people's reviews of this camera and other cameras that I own, I must be lucky or else I know what I'm doing. I've taken close up and landscape shots outdoors and I am very impressed with the sharpness of the 35mm/f3.8 all-glass lens on the OWL PF. I've had other cameras that cost more but the picture was not as sharp. I just do not have a problem with out-of-focus pictures. I think people stand too close to the subject they are photographing, hence a blurred picture and a washout from the flash. I use Fujifilm Superia 400, which I like because it has fine grain for 400 speed film. However, I have used the flash to a certain degree, I took a picture of some objects as well as people indoors at close range, 3-4 feet away and the flash did NOT wash out the picture. It has a simple autofocus system in it and I have found that it works just fine. I don't know how much abuse it would take, but for a "bang around" point and shoot camera I think this is worth the money. I particularly like the large viewfinder. I wear glasses at times and have no trouble taking pictures with this camera. Also, it has midroll rewind which is nice because I'm not one to "finish out a roll."

Strengths:
-- Large viewfinder.
-- Sharp images.
-- ALL GLASS LENS.
-- Flash cancel and fill flash.
-- Seems sturdy. (For plastic.)

Weaknesses:
-- Only accepts ISO 100, 200, 400 film.
-- Manual specifically says you can't use
slide film in it. (We'll see.)

1 out of 5 stars Too much flash.......2002-07-03

I found the flash to be too bright, and many photos were out of focus. The camera will be added to the garage sale pile this summer.

1 out of 5 stars flash bright as the sun.......2001-12-24

Do not get this camera!

I have been a loyal canon fan for a long time. I bought this camera to replace my previous SureShot that had been reliable for ten years. My hopes were high, but I had this camera for only three months before it broke. During the three months it was working, I was disappointed over and over by the SUPER OWL flash which was SOOOOOOOOOOOOOO bright it completely washed out my pictures. The auto focus was unreliable. And now the camera has stopped working altogether: it complains that it needs new battery, but does not respond to replacement batteries.

The quality of this camera fell far below my expectations.
I would warn anyone away from buying it =(

4 out of 5 stars Good for Wildlife Photography.......2001-09-05

These cameras are really good for nighttime wildlife photography, if you can solder in a connection to a motion detector. They are quite useful for this purpose.

Da-Lite 220" Diagonal HDTV Format Home Theater Fixed Frame Screen with High Contrast Da-Mat Fabric
Average customer rating: Not rated
    Da-Lite 220" Diagonal HDTV Format Home Theater Fixed Frame Screen with High Contrast Da-Mat Fabric

    Manufacturer: Da-Lite Screen Company, Inc.
    ProductGroup: CE

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    Accessories:
    1. Da-Lite Laser Pointer - Red Da-Lite Laser Pointer - Red
    2. Da-Lite Laser Pointer with Blinking Mode - Red Da-Lite Laser Pointer with Blinking Mode - Red
    3. Da-Lite Jumbo Laser Pointer - Red Da-Lite Jumbo Laser Pointer - Red

    Product Features:
    • Cinema Contour with High Contrast Da-Mat fabric.
    • Available in sizes from 60" to 240" diagonal in video format and 92" to 159" diagonal in HDTV format. Cinema Contour has a 45-degree angle cut frame for a sleek, modern appearance. Provides a perfectly flat viewing surface for video projection applications.
    • Surface mounts to back of black powder coated frame that provides a masking border. Permanently Mounted Wall Screen. Frame available with Pro-Trim finish. Pro-Trim is a fabric frame covering that aesthetically enhances the appearance of the installation while absorbing light that surrounds the viewing area.
    • High Contrast Da-Mat with a special gray surface, this screen material is designed for use with today's high output LCD, DLP and D-ILA projectors. By lowering the black levels of the projected video image, this surface creates a more film-like image and is a good choice when video is the main source of projected information. This screen surface is best used when there is good control of ambient lighting and a moderately wide viewing angle is desired. Gain 0.8 with a 45-degree viewing half angle.

    ASIN: B000293R4K

    Product Description

    The Cinema Contour is the pinnacle fixed frame screen. Available in video and the increasingly popular HDTV formats, the Cinema Contour has a 45-degree angle cut frame for a sleek, modern appearance that eliminates shadowing. Upgrade your Cinema Contour with Da-Lite's optional Pro-Trim fabric frame covering that aesthetically enhances the appearance of the installation, provides a stylish masked border while absorbing the light that surrounds the viewing area. Assembly and installation are a snap and eleven fabrics are available to meet the needs of any projection environment whether they are corporate or home theater.
    Da-Lite 220" Diagonal HDTV Format Home Theater Fixed Frame Screen with High Contrast Da-Mat Fabric
    Average customer rating: Not rated
      Da-Lite 220" Diagonal HDTV Format Home Theater Fixed Frame Screen with High Contrast Da-Mat Fabric

      Manufacturer: Da-Lite Screen Company, Inc.
      ProductGroup: CE

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      Audio & VideoAudio & Video | Refurbished & Used | Special Features | Electronics Features | Electronics
      Accessories:
      1. Da-Lite Laser Pointer - Red Da-Lite Laser Pointer - Red
      2. Da-Lite Laser Pointer with Blinking Mode - Red Da-Lite Laser Pointer with Blinking Mode - Red
      3. Da-Lite Jumbo Laser Pointer - Red Da-Lite Jumbo Laser Pointer - Red

      Product Features:
      • Da-Snap with High Contrast Da-Mat fabric.
      • Permanent Wall Mount Screen. Suitable for mounting on the wall or into wall opening. Easily attach front or rear projection screen surface with snaps.
      • Provides a perfectly flat viewing surface for video projection applications. Surface mounts to back of black powder coated frame that provides a masking border. Frame available with Pro-Trim finish. Pro-Trim is a fabric frame covering that aesthetically enhances the appearance of the installation while absorbing light that surrounds the viewing area.
      • High Contrast Da-Mat with a special gray surface, this screen material is designed for use with today's high output LCD, DLP and D-ILA projectors. By lowering the black levels of the projected video image, this surface creates a more film-like image and is a good choice when video is the main source of projected information. This screen surface is best used when there is good control of ambient lighting and a moderately wide viewing angle is desired. Gain 0.8 with a 45-degree viewing half angle.

      ASIN: B000293QWS

      Product Description

      The Da-Snap, available in sizes from 60" to 240" diagonal in video format and 77" to 220" in HDTV format, is standard with a handsome 1-1/2" black powder coated square tubing suited for any home theater installation or where a stylish fixed wall screen is needed. Choose from eleven available fabrics for specific projection requirements. Benefit from Da-Lite's optional Pro-Trim fabric frame covering which absorbs bleed off projected light and adds the distinguishing touch to an installation. Fabric snaps to the frame for a tensioned, perfectly flat viewing surface with effortless installation.
      Da-Lite 220" Diagonal HDTV Format Home Theater Fixed Frame Screen with High Contrast Da-Mat Fabric
      Average customer rating: Not rated
        Da-Lite 220" Diagonal HDTV Format Home Theater Fixed Frame Screen with High Contrast Da-Mat Fabric

        Manufacturer: Da-Lite Screen Company, Inc.
        ProductGroup: CE

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        Audio & VideoAudio & Video | Refurbished & Used | Special Features | Electronics Features | Electronics
        Accessories:
        1. Da-Lite Laser Pointer - Red Da-Lite Laser Pointer - Red
        2. Da-Lite Laser Pointer with Blinking Mode - Red Da-Lite Laser Pointer with Blinking Mode - Red
        3. Da-Lite Jumbo Laser Pointer - Red Da-Lite Jumbo Laser Pointer - Red

        Product Features:
        • Perm Wall with High Contrast Da-Mat fabric.
        • Permanent Wall Mounted Screen. Designed for permanent mounting to the wall or in a wall opening. Flat back and sides for easy installation.
        • Front or rear projection surfaces snap easily onto the front of the silver aluminum frame. Provides a perfectly flat viewing surface for graphic and data video projection.
        • High Contrast Da-Mat with a special gray surface, this screen material is designed for use with today's high output LCD, DLP and D-ILA projectors. By lowering the black levels of the projected video image, this surface creates a more film-like image and is a good choice when video is the main source of projected information. This screen surface is best used when there is good control of ambient lighting and a moderately wide viewing angle is desired. Gain 0.8 with a 45-degree viewing half angle.

        ASIN: B000293RA4

        Product Description

        The Perm Wall fixed frame screen is best suited for home theaters or any room that requires a handsome, maintenance free high-quality screen. Enjoy a perfectly flat viewing surface and the flexibility of seven fabrics to choose from. Select from video and HDTV formats with sizes ranging from 72" diagonal through 240" diagonal. Assembly is hassle free, simply join the four sides of the frame and snap on the fabric, and installation is a breeze.
        Da-Lite 220" Diagonal HDTV Format Home Theater Fixed Frame Screen with High Contrast Da-Mat Fabric and Pro-Trim
        Average customer rating: Not rated
          Da-Lite 220" Diagonal HDTV Format Home Theater Fixed Frame Screen with High Contrast Da-Mat Fabric and Pro-Trim

          Manufacturer: Da-Lite Screen Company, Inc.
          ProductGroup: CE

          All Home Theater SystemsAll Home Theater Systems | Home Theater Systems | Audio & Video | Categories | Electronics
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          Audio & VideoAudio & Video | Refurbished & Used | Special Features | Electronics Features | Electronics
          Accessories:
          1. Da-Lite Laser Pointer - Red Da-Lite Laser Pointer - Red
          2. Da-Lite Laser Pointer with Blinking Mode - Red Da-Lite Laser Pointer with Blinking Mode - Red
          3. Da-Lite Jumbo Laser Pointer - Red Da-Lite Jumbo Laser Pointer - Red

          Product Features:
          • Cinema Contour with High Contrast Da-Mat fabric and Pro-Trim finish.
          • Available in sizes from 60" to 240" diagonal in video format and 92" to 159" diagonal in HDTV format. Cinema Contour has a 45-degree angle cut frame for a sleek, modern appearance. Provides a perfectly flat viewing surface for video projection applications.
          • Surface mounts to back of black powder coated frame that provides a masking border. Permanently Mounted Wall Screen. Frame available with Pro-Trim finish. Pro-Trim is a fabric frame covering that aesthetically enhances the appearance of the installation while absorbing light that surrounds the viewing area.
          • High Contrast Da-Mat with a special gray surface, this screen material is designed for use with today's high output LCD, DLP and D-ILA projectors. By lowering the black levels of the projected video image, this surface creates a more film-like image and is a good choice when video is the main source of projected information. This screen surface is best used when there is good control of ambient lighting and a moderately wide viewing angle is desired. Gain 0.8 with a 45-degree viewing half angle.

          ASIN: B000293R4U

          Product Description

          The Cinema Contour is the pinnacle fixed frame screen. Available in video and the increasingly popular HDTV formats, the Cinema Contour has a 45-degree angle cut frame for a sleek, modern appearance that eliminates shadowing. Upgrade your Cinema Contour with Da-Lite's optional Pro-Trim fabric frame covering that aesthetically enhances the appearance of the installation, provides a stylish masked border while absorbing the light that surrounds the viewing area. Assembly and installation are a snap and eleven fabrics are available to meet the needs of any projection environment whether they are corporate or home theater.
          Da-Lite 220" Diagonal HDTV Format Home Theater Fixed Frame Screen with High Contrast Da-Mat Fabric and Pro-Trim
          Average customer rating: Not rated
            Da-Lite 220" Diagonal HDTV Format Home Theater Fixed Frame Screen with High Contrast Da-Mat Fabric and Pro-Trim

            Manufacturer: Da-Lite Screen Company, Inc.
            ProductGroup: CE

            All Home Theater SystemsAll Home Theater Systems | Home Theater Systems | Audio & Video | Categories | Electronics
            Compact StereosCompact Stereos | Audio & Video | Categories | Electronics | Shelf Stereo Systems | Executive Compact Stereos
            Audio & VideoAudio & Video | Refurbished & Used | Special Features | Electronics Features | Electronics
            Accessories:
            1. Da-Lite Laser Pointer - Red Da-Lite Laser Pointer - Red
            2. Da-Lite Laser Pointer with Blinking Mode - Red Da-Lite Laser Pointer with Blinking Mode - Red
            3. Da-Lite Jumbo Laser Pointer - Red Da-Lite Jumbo Laser Pointer - Red

            Product Features:
            • Da-Snap with High Contrast Da-Mat fabric and Pro-Trim finish.
            • Permanent Wall Mount Screen. Suitable for mounting on the wall or into wall opening. Easily attach front or rear projection screen surface with snaps.
            • Provides a perfectly flat viewing surface for video projection applications. Surface mounts to back of black powder coated frame that provides a masking border. Frame available with Pro-Trim finish. Pro-Trim is a fabric frame covering that aesthetically enhances the appearance of the installation while absorbing light that surrounds the viewing area.
            • High Contrast Da-Mat with a special gray surface, this screen material is designed for use with today's high output LCD, DLP and D-ILA projectors. By lowering the black levels of the projected video image, this surface creates a more film-like image and is a good choice when video is the main source of projected information. This screen surface is best used when there is good control of ambient lighting and a moderately wide viewing angle is desired. Gain 0.8 with a 45-degree viewing half angle.

            ASIN: B000293QX2

            Product Description

            The Da-Snap, available in sizes from 60" to 240" diagonal in video format and 77" to 220" in HDTV format, is standard with a handsome 1-1/2" black powder coated square tubing suited for any home theater installation or where a stylish fixed wall screen is needed. Choose from eleven available fabrics for specific projection requirements. Benefit from Da-Lite's optional Pro-Trim fabric frame covering which absorbs bleed off projected light and adds the distinguishing touch to an installation. Fabric snaps to the frame for a tensioned, perfectly flat viewing surface with effortless installation.

            Compatible Epson T007 Ink Cartridge. Remanufactured Epson T007 Ink Cartridge (Epson T007201). Black Inkjet Cartridge for Stylus Photo Printers. Epson Compatible COM-T007201 Fits printer models: Stylus Photo 780/785EPX/870/825/875DC/890/900/ 1270/1280
            Average customer rating: 5 out of 5 stars
            • Good for a generic
            • Epson T007 Ink Cartridge
            Compatible Epson T007 Ink Cartridge. Remanufactured Epson T007 Ink Cartridge (Epson T007201). Black Inkjet Cartridge for Stylus Photo Printers. Epson Compatible COM-T007201 Fits printer models: Stylus Photo 780/785EPX/870/825/875DC/890/900/ 1270/1280

            Manufacturer: Epson Compatible
            ProductGroup: CE

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            Product Features:
            • Epson Compatible Ink Cartridge
            • New Product

            ASIN: B000LPJPYG

            Product Description

            Epson Compatible COM-T007201, Remanufactured Epson T007 Ink Cartridge (Epson T007201). Black Inkjet Cartridge for Stylus Photo Printers. - Fits printer models: Stylus Photo 780/785EPX/870/825/875DC/890/900/ 1270/1280

            Customer Reviews:

            5 out of 5 stars Good for a generic.......2007-05-31

            This one isn't as good as Epson's. That said, it has a higher quality-to-price (bang for your buck) ratio. If you're a professional with plenty of money and you absolutely must have the highest quality prints EVERY time, go with the Epson. If you're a broke college student like me, go with this.

            5 out of 5 stars Epson T007 Ink Cartridge.......2007-02-20

            Great Product, Great Price, Fast Ship! Very Satisfied...Will purchase again!! Bonus...only expected one for the price, but received two WoW!!Thanx
            Eforcity Premium Epson T007201 Compatible Black Ink Cartridge High quality generic inkjet cartridge for the following printers: Epson STYLUS PHOTO 780 / 785 / 785EPX / 825 / 870 / 875DC / 875DCS / 890 / 895 / 900 Epson STYLUS PHOTO 1270 / 1280 / 1290
            Average customer rating: Not rated
              Eforcity Premium Epson T007201 Compatible Black Ink Cartridge High quality generic inkjet cartridge for the following printers: Epson STYLUS PHOTO 780 / 785 / 785EPX / 825 / 870 / 875DC / 875DCS / 890 / 895 / 900 Epson STYLUS PHOTO 1270 / 1280 / 1290

              Manufacturer: Eforcity
              ProductGroup: CE

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              Product Features:
              • 100% Brand New. Factory sealed in retail packaging.
              • Quality and satisfaction guaranteed!
              • Best replacement for Epson T007201
              • Also, check out the color ink cartridge for 1270/1280/1290 and 780/825/890....
              • actual product may look slightly different than shown in picture.

              ASIN: B000E5VVFY

              Product Description

              High quality generic inkjet cartridge for the following printers: Epson STYLUS PHOTO 780 / 785 / 785EPX / 825 / 870 / 875DC / 875DCS / 890 / 895 / 900 Epson STYLUS PHOTO 1270 / 1280 / 1290

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