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Samsung DVD-P721M Progressive-Scan DVD Player
Manufacturer: Samsung ProductGroup: CE Binding: Electronics Accessories:
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ASIN: B0000632FV |
Product Description
The DVD-P721M is a no-compromise DVD source component that brings innovative functionality and unprecedented convenience to home entertainment systems. The striking silver front panel sports a new backlit function display, convenient jog shuttle dial and a slim port that accepts the versatile Memory Stick media for simple playback of digital audio and images from your PC. The robust 17" wide chassis also bristles with rear panel connections, including the Progressive Scan-capable component video output terminals. And this powerful performer is compatible with a host of audio, video and still image formats including: DVD, DVD-R, video CD and CD-R/W discs encoded with MP3 music files or digital photos, as well as the increasingly popular photo CD discs. A handy universal remote includes its own jog shuttle control, and can easily handle a host of TV's, VCRs and other equipment. The Memory Stick-compatible DVD-P721M can help the entire family enjoy family photos, downloaded music files and the latest DVD movies or music CDs from the comfort of the living room sofa.Amazon.com Product Description
The DVD-P721M integrates digital audio and video like no DVD player before it, offering not merely high-tech features like progressive-scan video and 3:2 pulldown, but a dedicated Memory Stick port that makes this the ideal companion for Sony digital cameras and MP3 players.
Video Features
The progressive-scan output is king of this unit's video features, but keep in mind that you'll need a high-definition or HD-ready TV to appreciate its benefits. (The included S-video and composite-video outputs work just fine with older TVs, however.) Progressive scanning displays all 480 video lines in one pass to provide strong vertical resolution and flicker-free, high-density images. Likewise, 3:2 pulldown is a videophile treat. It accurately translates 24-frames-per-second movies into 30-frames-per-second television signals, correcting any distortion and removing redundant information to display a film-frame-accurate picture on any component-video-equipped direct-view or projection TV or monitor.
Audio Features
The DVD-P721M is compatible with standard CDs, audio CD-Rs and CD-RWs, and discs encoded with MP3 audio files. A 96 kHz/24-bit digital-to-analog converter ensures optimal decoding of all disc formats, while 2x audio playback lets you hear the movie or music while you search, where most other DVD players are mute. The player's Phantom Surround processor simulates surround-sound effects using only two speakers, and a 25-inch stereo headphone jack has a convenient rotary volume control.
Connections
Beyond the Memory Stick port, the DVD-P721M's traditional audio connections include two sets of left/right analog-audio outputs for compatibility with stereo Dolby Pro Logic receivers and stereo televisions and two digital-audio outputs (one each of coaxial and optical) to route Dolby Digital and DTS 5.1-channel signals to a surround-decoding audio/video receiver. The back panel offers one output each for S-video and top-of-the-line component-video, as well as two standard composite-video outputs.
Other Features
The player provides motion zoom, chapter digest, and a universal remote control (with jog/shuttle dial) that operates the DVD-P721M as well as most TVs and VCRs. You even get a special EZ remote for controlling basic DVD functions. Supplied accessories include a composite-video AV cable, instruction manual, two remote controls, and two AA batteries.
Customer Reviews:
Ms. Shara L. Bouie.......2004-04-30
Piece of *!#p!.......2003-07-23
Good for DVDs only.......2003-05-14
For DVDs, it works well. The remote is very well laid out, so I can keep my eyes on the TV while I'm using the remote. (All remotes should be this well designed.) Unfortunately, the joystick (which takes the place of the directional buttons) is a bit unreliable. I often have to jiggle it to get it to go they way I'm pushing it. This is annoying, but it has a second "mini" remote with ordinary buttons that work fine. Still, switching between two remotes is annoying.
The most useful feature is the "Instant Replay" button, which I LOVE. If I miss a bit of dialog because of room noise, I just hit instant replay, and it jumps back ten seconds.
For Photo CDs, it's pretty bad. It takes forever to load the pictures, and the controls for zooming and panning are so amazingly awkward to use that they're not worth it.
For Audio CDs, it's completely unacceptable. It cuts off the last two seconds of each audio track. You may not notice this on a lot of tracks because the song fades out or has two or three seconds of silence anyway, but for songs that play to the end if the track it's infuriating. I had to take it back.
I never used the memory stick or progressive scan, so I can't comment on them. I couldn't get the 3D audio to do anything.
If you're not interested in playing audio or photo CDs, it's a perfectly acceptable DVD player with a good remote control. But for audio and JPEG, it stinks.
Economical DVD player to have........2003-03-14
Singing Samsung's Praises.......2003-03-01
So, after doing a lot of online research, I decided this Samsung model met all of my needs - including the headphone jack!
After using it for a few days, I am happy with my purchase. My DVDs look incredible on my HDTV. I have been putting in each DVD I own and checking out the amazing quality, detail, and color. The Samsung player is sleek, and easy to use. I had no problems hooking it up to the TV. The menu options are pretty intuitive, in my opinion, and having owned an RCA DVD player before, not much different.
My one complaint (not a big one) is the remote controls. You get two. The first one has all the buttons you would expect. The second is small, with just a few buttons. At first, I would have assumed that I would be using the smaller remote - so much more simpler and fits in the palm of your hand!
The first remote (with all the buttons) has a toggle button to navigate menus with. The toggle button doesn't work that well. I prefer the up-down-left-right buttons (which are on the second, smaller remote!) So, I have found myself pressing buttons on the first remote, then switching over to the second remote to navigate the menus.
The remotes, therefore, aren't that great.
I have also found that the Samsung will play all of the audio discs my friends burn for me - my old RCA player wouldn't do this. Sometimes, the Samsung gets confused by the formats and may take a few extra seconds to load. I have also noticed that it tends to ignore "blank" space between tracks. So when you're listening to an audio cd, the tracks play RIGHT AFTER EACH OTHER WITH NO SPACE IN BETWEEN. Again, not a horrible problem, but kind of weird.
I'm sticking with my Samsung, though. I'm pretty happy with what I've seen so far. And, one has to weigh price/functionality as well. For the price, I think I got a great deal.
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Monster Cable MCB-100 QuickSet Magnetic Circuit Breaker for 30, 60, and 100 Amp Configurations 100 amp Magnetic Circuit Breaker
Manufacturer: Monster Cable ProductGroup: CE Binding: Electronics Product Features:
ASIN: B00004Y3RS |
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Monster Cable MCB-30 QuickSet Magnetic Circuit Breaker for 30, 60, and 100 Amp Configurations 30 amp Magnetic Circuit Breaker
Manufacturer: Monster Cable ProductGroup: CE Binding: Electronics Product Features:
ASIN: B00004Y3RQ |
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Monster Cable MCB-60 QuickSet Magnetic Circuit Breaker for 30, 60, and 100 Amp Configurations 60 amp Magnetic Circuit Breaker
Manufacturer: Monster Cable ProductGroup: CE Binding: Electronics Product Features:
ASIN: B00004Y3RR |
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Panasonic KX-TG5421S 5.8 GHz DSS Cordless Phone with Caller ID
Manufacturer: Panasonic ProductGroup: CE Binding: Electronics Similar Items:
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ASIN: B0007QM8AC |
Product Description
Panasonic's KX-TG5421S 5.8GHz FHSS GigaRange Digital Cordless Phone lets you speak clearly and comfortable from any room in the house. Wherever you go, you'll never miss a call and always stay in touch. 50 station phone book, Caller ID memory & dialer Chain dial Redial on handset - last 5 numbers dialed Selectable ringtones - 3 tones, 4 melodies Hold, mute and flash buttons on handset Ringer and talk volume control on handset Reversible handset charging Low battery indicator Headset jack & belt clip included Wall mountable Replacement battery - HHR-P104Customer Reviews:
Good Phone.......2007-08-28
I will never own another brand phone.......2007-04-05
A really great phone........2007-01-16
People can't hear me.......2006-12-11
Usually like Panasonic... but not this one........2006-09-01
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Remanufactured Panasonic KX-TG5421S 5.8 GHz DSS Cordless Phone with Caller ID (Silver)
Manufacturer: Panasonic ProductGroup: CE Binding: Electronics Similar Items: Product Features:
ASIN: B000BR1ORU |
Amazon.com Product Description
The remanufactured KX-TG5421S cordless phone employs 5.8 GHz frequency-hopping digital spread spectrum technology to deliver incredible clarity as you talk while strolling around the house. Panasonic's 5.8 GHz phones operate in a less trafficked wavelength than more common 2.4 GHz phones while still maintaining the same great security, topnotch clarity, and long range. Reception is further improved by Panasonic's Voice Enhancer circuitry, which helps clarify and improve reception by producing an easy-to-hear, natural-sounding voice, making the handsets sound crisp and intelligible even at a distance from the base. Plus, 5.8 GHz frequencies won't interfere with wireless computer networks such as 802.11b or 802.11g Wi-Fi.Another nice feature is the caller ID/call waiting combo (subscription required). Caller ID lets you see who's calling before you answer the phone, while call waiting lets you know when another call is coming in. By combining the two, however, users will learn who's calling even when they're currently in the middle of a conversation with someone else. When you hear the beep, simply look at the handset's LCD display to identify the name and number. It's especially convenient when you're waiting for an important call but still have other calls to make.
The handset speakerphone, meanwhile, is a plus when dealing with automated phone systems. You can turn on the speakerphone, put down the handset while watching TV or typing, and then pick it back up when a voice finally responds. It's far more convenient than trudging all the way to the base unit to activate the speakerphone. There are lots of other uses as well, such as putting the whole family on the phone to talk to grandma or grandpa, or conducting a business call with several folks in the room.
Households with kids will delight in the light-up antenna. When it's time to put the kids to sleep, simply turn off the phone's ringer. When someone is calling, the base of the antenna will flash so you'll know the phone is ringing. The antenna will also light up when someone leaves a message on voicemail (subscription required). Users can select from blue, green, amber, or multicolor antenna lights, while subscribers to Light-Up ID can link the individual light colors to numbers in their preprogrammed phone books.
Additional features include a 50-call memory and speed dial directory accessible through the handset's three-line LCD display; three ringer patterns and four melody rings; a headset jack and belt clip for hands-free calling; a redial function that calls the last five numbers; and a handset locator. The phone, which is wall-mountable, measures 9.8 by 7.1 by 4.9 inches (W x H x D) and is backed by a 90-day warranty.
What's in the Box
Handset, base unit, power adapter, phone line cord, belt clip, warranty card, user's manual.
Customer Reviews:
Best Priced Panasonic.......2007-01-09
Very good phone.......2006-07-14
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Samsung SCD590 MiniDV Upright Digital Camcorder with 2.5" LCD Display, 12X Optical & 8MB Memory Stick
Manufacturer: Samsung ProductGroup: Photography Binding: Electronics Accessories:
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ASIN: B000069FL3 |
Product Description
Samsung's range of advanced digital camcorders makes near-broadcast quality footage attainable for the whole family; while for advanced users there's the additional possibility of connection to a PC for professional style editing. Samsung's digital camcorders are more compact than analogue models and thus are a great companion for taking on holiday or on day trips.Features include electronic image stabilization, 400: 1 variable speed digital power zoom, nite pix, 9 digital special effects, tape speed, built-in digital still camera, 8 step manual shutter, 210k pixel trans-reflective optimum vision LCD, EZ dial navigator, smart shoe for external accessories, and external microphone.Amazon.com Product Description
The uniquely designed SCD590 sits snugly in your hand for great convenience and comfort while shooting. Among its many features are a large 2.5-inch LCD screen that can be viewed in both dark and bright environments, a shoe for external accessories, a remote control, nine digital effects, and a color onscreen display with easy-to-use dial navigation controls.
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The optical zoom magnifies up to 10 times, while the digital zoom, which works by electronically enhancing the optical image, reaches up to 400 times. The zoom toggle is pressure sensitive, so you can control the speed of your zooms. The electronic image stabilization keeps the picture steady throughout the natural shakes and jitters during usage.
Switch to Nite Pix mode, which works by emitting infrared light, for shooting in total darkness. Choose from nine digital special effects, such as art, mosaic, sepia, black and white, and cinema, to add style to your videos.
Digital Stills
Digital photos are stored on the included 8 MB Memory Stick in JPEG format. The SCD590 has a USB connection for easy PC import. You can use the included software, MGI PhotoSuite III, to edit your digital stills.
Inputs and Outputs
The standard DV IEEE1394 port (also called FireWire) is present for a no-loss connection to a PC or other DV machines, as well as a USB port. S-video and RCA A/V connections are used for direct viewing on a television or VHS dubbing. You can also plug in an external microphone via the mic jack for better sound.
MiniDV Format
MiniDV digital technology delivers clear, sharp video with up to 500 lines of horizontal resolution--far superior to the 240 lines of resolution offered by 8mm camcorders. You'll get minimal color noise interference for a more stable picture. You'll also get excellent sound quality in either 12-bit or 16-bit audio recording modes.
This is all delivered on a cassette that's 1/12 the size of a standard VHS tape. A MiniDV tape offers digital recording time of two full hours--20 times the capacity of a CD.
Customer Reviews:
Best investment I ever made!.......2004-01-01
GREAT camera, ignore fake negative reviews.......2003-08-16
I do have to say that I'm very creeped out by the "Ray Chan" negative review here, in which he copied negative reviews from the CNET boards, and then pasted them (all put together) as his own negative review here on the Amazon site. On CNET, he's known as the "Sony freak", because he goes to all the Samsung products and gives them bad reviews in really bad English, while pushing Sony products. He's managed to bypass the bad English here on Amazon by taking other people's reviews as his own. You can see the negative reviews he copied at: http://reviews.cnet.com/Samsung_SC_D590/4852-6500_7-9879939.html?tag=box
Creepy ...
Great Camcorder!.......2003-08-03
i could not find any bad things on this cam.......2003-04-27
Neat features, bad quality control..It's a Crazy Cam!!.......2003-04-14
Cons: Questionable quality control; bottom-loading cassette; no built-in flash for shooting stills.
Summary: I was sold on this camera for its size. I have tested the quality of the images against my larger Sony TRV-310. While the unit produced acceptable results I was disappointed in the color fidelity. Contrast to my Sony, the Samsung displayed muted colors lacking the depth and sharpness I have taken for granted. I must admit that the features are very good, but the image quality is not very good. Dim light shooting is not the best for this camcorder, unless you want to use night pix (greenish infrared light) The quality control is BAAAD, there were many things wrong with my camcorder when I got it, I had to send it back to the store for a refund. Price is great, but I'm now concerned about the Samsung company, continously failing over and over.
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Monster Cable MV2AV25-1M Monster Video 2/Interlink 250 A/V Connection Kit (RCA) 1 m. set (3.28 ft.)
Manufacturer: Monster Cable ProductGroup: CE Binding: Electronics Accessories:
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ASIN: B00003CWDX |
Product Description
You bought a digital satellite system not only for the variety of channels it promises, but also for the high-definition picture and CD-quality digital sound it delivers. The Monster Satellite high-performance satellite receiver connection kit contains advanced audio and composite (RCA) video cables that bring out excellent sound and picture from your digital satellite system investment.Monster Video 2 (MV2) advanced technology incorporates a specially stranded, all-copper design for lower signal loss and reduction in "video noise." Special heavy-duty double shielding protects MV2 against outside EMI and RF interference for a digital satellite system picture with sharp, detailed image and bright, vivid, more natural color rendition. Unlike standard coaxial or conventional audio cables that often distort sound and restrict dynamic range, Interlink 250 balanced audio interconnect cable delivers fuller, more natural music reproduction. Monster Cable's high-performance audio and video cables deliver all the sound and picture from your digital satellite system for maximum enjoyment of satellite programming.Customer Reviews:
Quality is important, unfortunately, Monster is not Quality.......2005-02-17
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Netgear FA-310TX 10/100Mbps Fast Ethernet PCI Card
Manufacturer: Netgear ProductGroup: CE Binding: Electronics Accessories:
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ASIN: B00000J4L8 |
Product Description
The NETGEAR FA310TX is an auto-sensing, 100BASE-TX Fast Ethernet PCI adapter designed to support the next generation multimedia power-applications. The NETGEAR adapter is like 2 products in 1 while it supports the 100BASE-TX 100 Mbps high-speed standard, it also runs in the pervasive 10BASE-T 10 Mbps mode. Moreover, the FA310TX is priced at a level comparable to many 10BASE-T only adapters removing any reason to buy 10 Mbps -only adapters even if there is no immediate plan to upgrade to 100 Mbps.Install the adapter once, and it will operate with either 10 Mbps 10BASE-T or 100 Mbps 100BASE-TX hubs or switches. Single network connection works at either speed - the FA310TX can be introduced in a 10 Mbps environment and later upgraded to 100 Mbps with no changes to the desktop. A graphical interface guides the user through the installation of software drivers and support files for all popular network operating systems. Plug-N-Play compliance enables the adapter to be automatically configured.Amazon.com Review
Whether you're putting together a new network or just need to add a computer to your existing setup, 10/100Base-T Ethernet network interface cards (NICs) are the way to go for home and small-businesses use. The Netgear FA310TX skimps on a few advanced features we've seen with competing cards, but offers a low price that anyone on a tight budget will appreciate.This NIC connects to a PCI slot on the motherboard, so it's quite easy to install. You just turn off the computer, seat the card in the PCI slot, connect the card to your network hub via a cable (not included), and turn on the PC. Windows will recognize the card and ask for drivers, which are supplied on an included floppy diskette. Customers with experience installing modems, video cards, or nearly any other internal PC device should have this card installed and working in under 20 minutes.
The FA310TX is a very basic card. Wake-On-LAN is not supported--there isn't even a connecter if you have an extra WOL cable lying around. There are five status lights that show various types of network activity and also let you know when collisions are happening. We didn't have any trouble with this easy-to-install card, and it would make a good choice for anyone looking to expand their network without breaking the bank. --T. Byrl Baker
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Amazon.com Product Description
The Netgear FA310TX is an auto-sensing, 100BaseTX Fast Ethernet PCI adapter designed to support multimedia applications. With easy, one-step installation, the adapter operates with either 100BaseTX or 10Base-T hubs and switches, providing either 100 Mbps or 10 Mbps modes of operation. Thus, introduced in a 10 Mbps environment, it can later be upgraded to 100 Mbps with no changes to the desktop. Its 32-bit architecture and PCI bus mastering enable speedy network response with minimal CPU overhead. Five LEDs provide clear, at-a-glance status to help ensure proper configuration and operation.
The FA-310TX Fast Ethernet PCI card comes with a lifetime warranty
Customer Reviews:
Horrible..........2002-09-02
Died after only 6 months........2002-07-10
BEWARE!!.......2002-05-29
Serious issues with later revs.......2001-11-20
Save your money..........2001-11-19
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