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Griffin Technology RadioShark AM / FM Desktop Radio with Time-Shift Recording
Manufacturer: Griffin Technology ProductGroup: CE Binding: Electronics Similar Items:
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ASIN: B0001WW3F2 |
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The RadioSHARK adds a software controlled AM-FM radio any PC or Macintosh computer -- and that's only the beginning! The RadioSHARK records AM & FM broadcasts. Record a scheduled show or use Time-Shift Recording to "pause" live radio, so you can return to right where you left off moments, even hours later.Amazon.com Review
There's a lot to like about Internet radio, but sometimes you just want to catch the local NPR broadcast or listen to the ballgame without searching for a streaming audio feed. Griffin satisfies this urge with its RadioShark, an AM/FM desktop radio that plugs into your computer's USB port to broadcast the full spectrum of local radio. More impressively, the device also acts as a radio version of a digital video recorder, employing a technology called Time-Shift Recording to pause and rewind live radio (think TiVo). Time-Shift Recording lets a user pause a live interview, leave the desk for 15 minutes, and then return without missing a second of conversation. In addition, the RadioShark records radio in real time with the push of a button or records favorite programs via the VCR-like scheduling window. Griffin touts the device as a great way to take control of how and when you listen to the radio. And we agree for the most part, but with a major caveat.
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Features and Performance
Listening to the radio with the RadioShark is as simple as flipping a switch. The basic yet intuitive software interface includes frequency and volume sliders, along with band, seek, and record buttons. It takes but a fraction of a second to change stations, and the signal responds immediately. The audio quality isn't terrific, but it's just fine given the circumstances (FM radio through computer speakers). Recording is also quite easy, whether it's for five seconds or five hours. Once you turn it off, the files save conveniently as either AIFF or AAC files (Mac) or WAV files (PC) in your computer's designated music directory, where you can listen to them later or export them to other applications. Alternately, Mac users can choose to import their recordings directly into iTunes for added convenience. This is particularly cool for iPod users, who can record songs or programs from the RadioShark and then listen to them later while on the move.
The Time-Shift feature, which offers a continuous 30-minute recording loop, is also quite convenient. Should you pause or rewind a segment, you can easily rejoin the live broadcast by clicking the fast forward button. The RadioShark also continues to record the live broadcast while you're checking out the archived footage, ensuring that you don't miss a second. And should you want to permanently record a Time-Shifted song or program, you can just hit record and it's done. A couple of other convenient features include an equalizer with several preset settings and an easy-to-follow scheduling window for upcoming recordings. Listeners can even set the RadioShark to record hourly, daily, or weekly programs.
Unfortunately, thanks to a few serious hiccups, these scheduled recordings may never come to pass. Specifically, if you let your computer drift off to sleep, the RadioShark responds by disconnecting from the software. The only way to sync it back up is to unplug the Shark and start again, but in the process, listeners lose all their scheduling information. This problem appears persistent in both Macs and PCs, though Griffin's web site says Windows users shouldn't experience the problem. Griffin recommends disabling the sleep preference as a solution, but that's inconvenient for a number of reasons. As an alternative, users can reconnect the device each time it fizzles, but that's also a pain and makes the scheduling window virtually obsolete. Until Griffin releases an update, the sleep issue will remain a major drawback.
We also experienced a few skips while using the Time-Shift feature. These weren't standard static interruptions, but sounded more like sporadic CD skips--sometimes several to a song. This wouldn't be a big deal when listening to conversational radio such as NPR, but if you're trying to record music, it could be a real drag.
But it's the sleep issue that really prevents us from giving the RadioShark an enthusiastic recommendation. Should the recording problems steer listeners away from the RadioShark? Not necessarily, unless scheduled recording is the main reason you're drawn to the machine. The radio and Time-Shift features are still pretty cool, and the RadioShark offers one of the easiest ways to record live radio into digital formats. But it does put a damper on an otherwise great product. --Rivers Janssen
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What's in the Box
RadioShark, USB extension cable, installation CD-ROM, user's manual.
Customer Reviews:
Great item for the price........2007-09-07
I Love This Thing!.......2007-06-27
Find another FM tuner for your Mac or PC.......2007-05-26
Great concept.......poor software and reception.......2007-05-14
Love it.......2007-05-08
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Panasonic SL-SW660V Portable CD Player
Manufacturer: Panasonic ProductGroup: CE Binding: Electronics Accessories:
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ASIN: B0000659UM |
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The SL-SW660V SHOCKWAVE portable CD player with FM/AM digital synthesizer tuner is a great companion on the go. Like all other SHOCKWAVE CD players, it is ultra-tough and has a compact, water-resistant design. It is equipped with a one-touch lock & release system, which is designed to keep the top cover of the player firmly attached, even under rugged conditions. The CD player can be used outdoors because of a heat-resistant, polycarbonate body design.SHOCKWAVE portable CD players have been designed to virtually eliminate CD skipping under normal listening conditions, and the 48-second backup memory provides further assurance of a near perfect, skip-fee listening experience. SHOCKWAVE portable CD players feature Power Last function, which makes two standard AA batteries last exceptionally long. However, there are also other ways to operate these portable CD players. But no matter what power source you use, the auto-power off function shuts off your player once your CD ends. You can enjoy listening to CDs that you make, since these portable CD players enable playback of CD-R and CD-RW discs. A digital radio tuner makes it easy to pinpoint radio stations for the most accurate reception. You also get 30-station preset memory convenience for instant access to your favorite stations at the push of a button. The SL-SW660V comes with headphones that clip on to your ears without a headband. This means that they're light, easy to fold, and won't mess up your hair. You can program SHOCKWAVE CD players to play a CD at random, in a specified order, or to repeat one song or the whole disc, letting you enjoy your favorite tunes in any order. S-XBS gives your music an added bass boost for fuller sound. By pressing a button inside the SL-SW660V, your CD will pop-up so it can easily be removed.Customer Reviews:
Best Cd Player Out There.......2002-12-24
Not worth the package it comes in.......2002-06-22
The headphones also sound lousy and the radios tuning mode is very non-intuitive. What a mess. Where did Panasonic go wrong?
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Panasonic 220 Series Leather Case
Manufacturer: Panasonic ProductGroup: CE ASIN: B000VIIK0S |
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Protect your Panasonic DuraMax/ EB-TX220 cellular phone! FEATURES a heavily reinforced leather covered metal belt clip that really stays on your belt! Genuine leather aftermarket carrying case. Clear vinyl face over the display and keys. Cut to allow access to all input ports and volume keys! Sides are elastic to expand to any size battery.Case makes answering your Panasonic DuraMax/ EB-TX220 cellular phone fast and easy!Supported Models and Categories:Panasonic EB-TX220/ DuraMax Cell Phone Accessories
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Northwestern Bell 28507 AM/FM Clock Radio Telephone with Caller ID
Manufacturer: Northwest Bell ProductGroup: CE Binding: Electronics Accessories:
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ASIN: B00005N5XV |
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Over the years, the Bell mark has represented uncompromised quality, excellence and integrity in the telecommunications industry. When you see the Bell symbol, you can be assured of the highest quality of services.Amazon.com Product Description
Inside this sleekly retro rounded telephone lie all the modern features you could ask for. The Northwest Bell 28507 is the perfect bedside companion, combining an AM/FM radio and dual alarm clock with a telephone that offers caller ID and a phone directory. The alarms can waken you to music or a buzzer, and that beloved snooze button is built right in. The caller ID has a memory that can store up to 80 entries, each receiving an automatic time-date stamp at the moment of the call. With one-touch redial and a 13-station phone directory, you can return calls instantly, and the handset's volume is easily adjustable to personal comfort levels. Also included is Northwest Bell's one-year warranty on parts and service.Customer Reviews:
Poor at Best.......2003-11-14
Do not buy a northwestern bell phone.......2003-07-19
Can't see the time in the dark!.......2003-03-01
There's no light in the display! a big negative.......2002-11-18
Clock light needed........2002-10-19
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Polycom Extension Microphone Cables, 10 ft. Round (2) for SoundStation EX and Premier
Manufacturer: Polycom Inc. ProductGroup: CE Binding: Electronics Product Features:
ASIN: B00005B0CN |
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Polycom offers 10 foot mic pod cables for EX line of conference phones.Amazon.com Product Description
These cables will expand your conferencing potential by 10 feet. They connect quickly and easily to Polycom extension microphones for the SoundStation or Premier EX conference phones. They come with a one-year warranty.
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New Media Livewire 10/100 5 Port Dual Speed Switch
Manufacturer: New Media Tech ProductGroup: CE Binding: Electronics ASIN: B00004Z7OE |
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Nikon COOLPIX 4800 4 MegaPixel Digital Camera - 25520
Manufacturer: Nikon ProductGroup: Photography Binding: Electronics Accessories:
ASIN: B00065LILE |
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Click Here For Package Contents: View Larger Image Travelers and family photographers can rest assured - Nikon will get you closer to the action with the Nikon Coolpix 4800 - a fast 4.0-megapixel digital camera with a powerful and extremely compact 8.3x optical Zoom-Nikkor ED glass lens that provides its user with a zoom range of 36-300mm (35mm equivalent). What's more, the Coolpix 4800 weighs in at only 9 oz. making the Coolpix 4800 the most compact 8.3x zoom camera in its class. The Nikon Coolpix 4800 is a snap-shooter's true companion enabling all types of compositions ranging from true wide-angle scenes to long telephoto shots. Beyond wide and telephoto, the Coolpix 4800 also takes its users extremely close to small subjects with unmatched Macro shooting capabilities at distances less than 1/2 inch. The Coolpix 4800 is a great choice for the sidelines of a soccer game, the top pocket of a travel bag, or for any situation that calls for great pictures and lasting memories. 4.0 Effective Megapixels: With its 4.0 megapixels, the Coolpix 4800 creates images at resolutions up to 2288 x 1712, which provide spectacular prints as large as 11x17-inches. Zoom-Nikkor Lens: 8.3x optical Zoom-Nikkor ED (35mm equivalent of 36-300mm) gets you close to the action with incredibly sharp, clear images. It combines Nikon's Extra-low Dispersion (ED) optics for increased clarity. Has an additional 4x digital zoom
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Mylex Corp ACCELERAID 352 2 CHANNEL PCI ( 08P2420 )
Manufacturer: Mylex Corp. ProductGroup: CE Binding: Electronics ASIN: B00006LUHE |
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The Mylex AcceleRAID 352 controller is an Ultra 160 SCSI to a PCI dual channel RAID controller with 64-bit, 33MHz PCI capability. The AcceleRAID 352 supports two external Ultra 160 SCSI connectors, two internal Ultra 160 SCSI connectors, and an optional battery backup module (BBM). The AcceleRAID 352 controller provides the speed and functionality required by high demand server platforms. AcceleRAID 352 achieves performance breakthroughs in PCI technology, eliminates storage bottlenecks and delivers scalable performance. StorageWorks and PCI Hot Plug are standard features. AcceleRAID 352 also provides full RAID level 0, 1, 0+1, 3, 5, 10, 30, 50 and JBOD configuration capabilities. ECC cache, supporting 32MB or 64MB DIMM memory, provides error detection and correction for maximum data protection. Other features such as hot spare and automatic rebuild allow the server to continue to keep the network running when a drive fails. AcceleRAID 352 RAID controllers have a multitude of fault detection and fault tolerance features, as well as new functions to ease set up, flexibility and management. Immediate RAID Availability (background initialization) enables other set up tasks to be performed while the drives are being initialized. RAID expansion allows users to add drives to existing arrays and restripe data across all the drives. The additional storage space created by the new drive expands the capacity of the existing logical drive or creates an additional logical drive.
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Model 955X Heavy-Duty Confetti-Cut Paper Shredder, Charcoal (GBC1756955)
Manufacturer: General Binding/Quartet Manufacturing. Co. ProductGroup: CE Binding: Kitchen Product Features:
ASIN: B0006YY9NO |
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Item #: GBC1756955.
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Model 955X Heavy-Duty Confetti-Cut Paper Shredder, Charcoal - 1756955 / GBC1756955
Manufacturer: GENERAL BINDING/QUARTET MANUFACTURING. CO. ProductGroup: Office Product Product Features:
ASIN: B0002ABG6K |
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Model 955X Heavy-Duty Confetti-Cut Paper Shredder, Charcoal - 1756955 / GBC1756955Model 955X Heavy-Duty Confetti-Cut Paper Shredder Auto start/stop Shreds paper clips and staples Manual reverse mode Overload protection Wastebin included Shreds up to 2,000 sheets dailyRecommended Shredder Users2-7Throat Width9-1/4"Maximum Sheets (20#)10-11Speed (Feet/Minute)15Throughput (Sheets x Speed)150Shred Size (Inches)5/32 x 1-1/2Wastebin Capacity9 gallonsMotor HP1/4Anti-Paper JammerAuto stopSize13-5/16w x 16d x 22hShpg. Wt.34 lbs.Manufacturer Warranty1 year parts and labor, 5 years cutting headsRecommended Shred BagUNV35947 and FEL36054, both sold separately.Frequent oiling of cutter blades is recommended for all shredders in order to maintain sheet capacity. Shredder Oil (GBC35250), sold separately.Charcoal
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Samsung SCM-51 Hi8 Camcorder
Manufacturer: Samsung ProductGroup: Photography Binding: Electronics Accessories:
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ASIN: B00004TRZE |
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Samsung's best 8mm camcorder - the SCM-51 offers an impressive array of features and conveniences in a compact, remarkably light and user-friendly design. Features include 22x optical zoom/440x digital zoom, black and white viewfinder, digital effects and excellent low-light capability. Built-in wide-angle lens allows an exceptionally wide view in tight areas, while the Wide Macro mode allows extreme close up recording. Digital image stabilization system eliminates unwanted picture shake while recording. With an excellent low-light capability, the SCM-51 can record nearly without light. Built-in features digitally process the video signal for a more stable picture. This ensures better playback for viewing or copying.Amazon.com Product Description
Despite its low price, the Samsung SCM-51 camcorder has a surprisingly extensive set of features. It has 440x (22x optical) variable-speed digital power zoom, manual focus controls, 0.3 lux minimum visible illumination for excellent low-light sensitivity, and a built-in wide-angle lens, allowing an exceptionally wide view in tight areas (especially useful for indoor recordings). Macro mode allows extreme close-up recordings all the way down to 0.04 inches. A six-mode program auto exposure button adjusts camera settings for optimum results in a variety of situations: sports, portrait, spotlight, sand/snow, high speed shutter, and auto. The camera also has digital special effects, including mosaic, mirror, negative, emboss, cinema, and makeup.For the highest-quality images, Samsung has employed digital signal processing, time base correction, and a flying erase head. The camera uses standard 8mm cassettes.
The 90-degree multiangle viewfinder rotates from horizontal to fully vertical, allowing low-angle shooting, and a diopter adjustment is provided for eyeglass wearers. When you're filming, a "record review" feature helps with continuity, showing you the last three seconds of the scene you just shot.
The SCM-51 also boasts a built-in preset titler, date/time recording, battery/zoom readouts in viewfinder, and an auto refresh function on the charger that helps maintain the battery in peak condition. It comes with a worldwide AC adapter (100 to 240 volts, 50/60 Hz) and an extended-life lithium-ion battery for three hours of standard recording.
With this camera, you won't get some higher-end features: the viewfinder is monochrome instead of color and there's no flip-out viewscreen. Audio is recorded in hi-fi mono (some camcorders record in stereo), and there's no image stabilization. If these aren't features you're likely to miss, or you're looking for a great starter camera, the SCM-51 is a real bargain.
Customer Reviews:
Great Camera.......2004-06-21
Excellent Low Cost Camcorder.......2001-04-04
Great for the price.......2001-03-30
Great feature, better price.......2001-03-23
Satisfied User in NYC.......2001-02-23
All I wanted was something to make home movies of my children, and possibly take on trips, and it has served me well in those capacities.
I recommend it to anyone who wants to get a well-made camcorder and doesnt want to spend alot of money. ...
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