Panasonic PV-DM2791 27" Triple Play TV-DVD-VCR Combo

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The Panasonic PVDM2791 is a 27-inch hi-fi stereo TV with a built-in DVD player and VCR, offering the convenience of combined DVD/TV/VCR entertainment in one self-contained easy-to-move-and-use package. The 27-inch-diagonal stereo TV provides brilliant home theater performance, and the built-in DVD/Video CD/CD player and four-Head Hi-Fi VCR let you view DVDs, listen to CDs, and watch VHS videotapes without the need to connect wires among separate components.

Panasonic has included advanced audio features on this unit, such as an advanced virtual surround sound system that creates a surround effect using only two front speakers. The included digital optical outputs provide transmission of digital audio signals to Dolby Digital and DTS decoders, providing six discrete channels of exhilarating digital audio that deliver the ultimate sound experience.

The video features on the PVDM2791 have been designed to give you the clearest, sharpest picture possible from all video sources. The television features a 27-inch PanaBlack picture tube with a two-line digital comb filter that produces superb picture quality. Because it's darker than conventional tubes, The PanaBlack picture tube helps combat the picture-degrading effects of ambient light, so you get a picture with higher contrast and more accurate color reproduction.

The DVD player with multiple DVD viewing options lets you switch between multiple camera angles and up to eight different languages, or with subtitles up to 32 languages. The 4-head hi-fi VCR plays VHS tapes with outstanding picture quality at all tape speeds, and in stereo sound. The VCR also has convenient playback features, such as auto repeat mode, which will automatically rewind the tape when it hits the end and play it back again. The index search, commercial skip, and program-end search allow you to find desired locations on the tape easily and to skip unwanted ads at the touch of a button. The one-month/eight-program timer lets you program shows to record in advance, and with a 181-channel tuner, this TV will provide plenty of recording choices.

The PVDM2791 has been designed for ease of use and expanded functionality. For example, a built-in alarm clock contains a 30/60/90-minute sleep timer, a wake-up alarm, and a video/TV on-timer. And to make things easier, the clock and date are set automatically by receiving the Extended Data Service signal from your local PBS station. With 24-hour backup, it'll always be accurate, even after a power outage. Front audio-video jacks (with one earphone jack) make it easy hook up your camcorder or a second VCR into the TV for playback, and the icon menu system simplifies selecting menu options.

To complete the system, Panasonic has also added an FM radio with auto scan, a nine-preset station memory, and an onscreen display for station confirmation.

The Panasonic PVDM2791 is Energy Star compliant and comes with a universal illuminated remote control, which makes operation easy even in the dark.

Note: It is not possible to record from DVD/Video CD/CD to VHS tape using this unit.

Panasonic offers a warranty of one year on parts and 90 days on labor.

Customer Reviews:

Lemon.......2002-06-23

We bought a Panasonic PV-DM2791, and we finally arranged to exchange for a different model. The worst thing about the TV is the VCR. From the very beginning, it didn't want to accept videotapes. At least 70% of the time, the tapes would "catch," and the VCR would spit them back out. When we finally got the tape into the VCR, it occasionally didn't record properly. It was very loud rewinding and fast-forwarding. Then there was the DVD player, which didn't seem to handle the sound on the DVDs very well. Half the time, we'd have to turn the volume all the way up to the max in order to hear the dialogue. We tried adjusting all the audio settings, but nothing helped.

In short, steer clear of this one... The model we exchanged it for is a Panasonic PV-DM2792, and so far, it's 100% better (not to mention less expensive!).

Too heavy, No warranty.......2002-04-23

I currently own several Panasonic TV's and TV/VCR Combo's and they have been for the most part trouble free. In September 2001 I bought a 27" flat screen TV from Panasonic and it has been nothing but trouble as of April 2002. The major problem has been with support. Yes, I own a good deal of A/V gear including some Pro A/V gear, but the support problem has been with the warranty periods offered by Panasonic on large heavy screen TV's. Don't be fooled by the warranty you see here or at a retail store. The labor is only for 90 days, and they'll charge you big time for labor.

Almost everything I have from Panasonic has been trouble-free, but if you do have a problem, be prepared to throw away and re-purchase because it would cost less than the labor charges.

I'd recommend against.......2002-01-17

I just bought this unit about 2 weeks ago and have been very disappointed. The picture quality is inferior to most other flat-screen TVs. The red colors are oversaturated (Yes, I adjusted the colors), the picture is grainy. And the DVD player is noisy as heck. I wish I'd gone with the Sony flatscreens, which had far better pictures. I was persuaded by the convenience of the triple-play features, which are cool because they save a lot of wiring hassle, but the cons outweigh the pros. If the unit were much cheaper, it might be worthwhile. But aside from using this as a kid's recreation-room unit, I'd veer away.

Great Combo.......2002-01-07

Just picked up the unit yesterday, after some online shopping and research. Was a bit bigger than I wanted (actually using it in bedroom) but the picture was just plain better than the smaller Toshiba TV/DVD combo I saw demo'd with same DVD. The Pluses, everything in one place, no wires/hookups to mess with and as said in other reviews, set up was a snap, the Minuses, very HEAVY unit, if available, would op for an inhome service option. Sound is fine for this type of set (have the home theatre downstairs) and agree that the remote is great. I actually purchased the last one of these at local store, they're being listed as a "close out", if you're interested, would go ahead and purchase now as the replacement is sure to be more money.

It's about time!.......2001-07-12

The consensus around here, especially among TV/VCR repairmen, is that, if you're going to buy a TV/VCR combination, buy Panasonic. Now they've come out with this all-in-one combo! We just love ours. No hook-ups to worry about--just plug it in and play! And the quality - better than the components (Toshiba DVD player, Panasonic VCR) we had (and will now move to the bedroom). Instruction manual is very easy to understand. Explains how to add additional speakers, etc. for home theater Surround Sound. Would recommend very highly.

Product Description

Sharp Viewcam camcorders offer instant playback in color with sound so there is no need to wait until you get home to see what you've recorded. Never before has recording videos been this easy or this much fun! Sharp's Hi 8 Viewcams offer better resolution than standard 8 mm camcorders giving you an amazingly vivid picture.This camera's 3.5" Hi 8 mm Color LCD Screen Viewcam with 16x Optical Zoom is Sharp's largest and brightest LCD screen and leads to the greatest viewing and operating pleasure. Digital Picture Effects allow you to select from six different effects to record the subject with a more dramatic effect. Virtual Twin Mode allows you to record two images on one screen.

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With its full auto mode, the user-friendly Sharp VL-AH161U Hi8 camcorder enables you to simply point and shoot to capture hours of fun video memories. It also features a picture in picture mode, an extra-large 3.5-inch LCD, optical and digital zoom capabilities, and digital image stabilization.

Lens
With an optical zoom magnification of 16x, the VL-AH161U also has a digital zoom--which works by electronically enhancing the optical image--that can magnify the picture up to 400 times. The digital image stabilization system keeps the picture steady and solid throughout zooms and camera shakes.

Other Features
With its 270-degree variable angle, you can hold the VL-AH161U in a variety of angles to record over people and objects or take shots close to the ground. You can even record yourself by rotating the view screen 180 degrees. The VL-AH161U also features several digital effects (black and white, sepia, NEG) that can be viewed without affecting the original recording.

Sharp's advanced circuitry allows recording down to less than 1 lux (the light of one candle about one yard away from the subject) and eliminates complex lighting arrangements and harsh floodlight glare. The backlight compensation feature also adjusts only the dark parts of a shot to optimal brightness levels, and leaves the bright sections untouched, so they don't become glaringly washed out.

Contents
This package comes with the VL-AH161U camcorder, one rechargeable NiMH battery, one lithium-ion battery, AC adapter, remote control (and batteries), AV dubbing cables, wrist strap, and lens cap.

Customer Reviews:

Excellent value.......2002-11-11

I'm pleased with the camcorder so far. For the price, it has some nice features. The 3.5" LCD is nice and provides an excellent picture. The camera is easy to use and the menus are fairly intuitive. The one complaint I have so far is that there is not a dedicated button/switch for the digital image stabilization. You must navigate through the on-screen menus to find the DIS and toggle it on/off. This is inconvenient and cumbersome while recording. So much so that I think I'll probably never use it. But for what I plan to use the camera for, it works great and is a very good value.

Great Buy.......2002-10-12

This is a great camcorder light, compact and useful. The zoom function and pip are definite attractions.

Functional and Child Friendly.......2002-05-03

This versatile camcorder uses the Hi-8 tapes which is backwardly
compatible and makes most sense for routine use (baseball outings
camping etc). The large LCD screen and the rechargable lithium
batteries with audio are its major plusses. It has no firewire
capability and hence cannot be sent out for rapid display outside.
Overall, a sturdy, compact product from Sharp.

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The Smart Array 5300 series of high-performance Ultra3 array controllers provides reliable data protection for Compaq ProLiant servers and offers new levels of flexibility, thanks to an innovative modular design and new Advanced Data Guarding (RAID ADG) technology. In addition, the Smart Array 5300 (SA-5300) series controllers raise the standard to higher performance levels with several enhancements, including a new memory architecture and new RAID engine. Designed and tested with industry-standard ProLiant Servers for greater reliability, these controllers are ideal for the distributed workgroup server or centralized departmental server, and like other Smart Array controllers, the SA-5300 series features complete data compatibility with previous generations' Smart Array controllers for easy data migration and upgradability.

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Softech JS5100P Patriot Personal CD Player

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SimpleTech provides one of the most complete offerings of performance memory solutions in the industry, unsurpassed in quality, performance, and price. With over a decade of design and manufacturing expertise, SimpleTech knows what it takes to build quality and reliability into every memory solution. SimpleTech takes the complexity out of choosing the right solution for your system. With support for hundreds of desktop, notebook, workstation, server, and printer models, it offers thousands of memory upgrades made for your system.This memory is designed for Compaq Evo Notebook N180 1.0GHz-M PIII (470024-824), Compaq Evo Notebook N180 1.0GHz-M PIII (470024-825), Compaq Evo Notebook N180 933MHz Celeron (470024-823), Compaq Presario 1210US 850MHz Duron, Compaq Presario 1212CL 850MHz Athlon, Compaq Presario 1214SR 850MHz Duron, Compaq Presario 1215US 1.GHZ Athlon, Compaq Presario 1710T 1.133GHz PIII, Compaq Presario 1711CL 1.0GHz PIII SpeedStep (470023-480), Compaq Presario 1712US 933MHz Celeron (470024-193), Compaq Presario 1717RSH 933MHz Celeron (470023-481), Compaq Presario 1720US 1.0GHz PIII, Compaq Presario 1722US 1.13GHz PIII SpeedStep(267918-005), Compaq Presario 2700US (470020-369) PIII SpeedStep, Compaq Presario 2701US (470020-367) PIII SpeedStep, Compaq Presario 2710US PIII SpeedStep (267918-001), Compaq Presario 2715US PIII SpeedStep (267919-001), Compaq Presario 700US 900 Duron (470020-490), Compaq Presario 700Z 1.1GHz AMD/Duron, Compaq Presario 700Z-1.1GHz AMD/Duron, Compaq Presario 700Z-1.2GHz AMD/Athlon, Compaq Presario 701CL 950 Duron (470023-557), Compaq Presario 705US 1.0GHz Athlon (470023-551), Compaq Presario 710US 1.0GHz Duron (267966-001), Compaq Presario 711CL 1.0GHz Duron (470028-273), Compaq Presario 715US 1.2GHz Athlon (267967-001), Compaq Presario 717RSH 1.2GHz Athlon (470028-814), Compaq Presario 1215US.

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The Uniden cordless phones are designed and engineered to exacting standards for reliability, long life, and outstanding performance. Digital Spread Spectrum Technology utilizes a "wider frequency band" vs. a "single narrow band" used in standard digital transmissions. The 2.4 GHz frequency range was recently released to commercial communications. Coupled with multi-channel autoscan feature it provides secure conversation with the clarity of digital sound, extended range, and reduced interference.

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Screen your calls and take advantage of power of 2.4 GHz technology at the same time with the Uniden TRU246 cordless phone. In the world ofcordless phones, higher is better when it comes to frequency. With 2.4 GHzdigital spread spectrum transmission, the Uniden TRU246 offers superiorpower, security, and clarity.

Forget about the short-range, static-plagued cordless phones of the past.Basically a low-powered FM radio transmitter/receiver, cordless phonestoday use higher frequencies with shorter wavelengths so radio wavesencounter less interference. In 1998, the FCC opened up the FM range above2.4 GHz to cordless phones. This frequency is far above the rangeaccessible to most scanners, and gives phones like the Uniden TRU246 arange of up to 150 feet indoors.

In addition to 2.4 GHz power, the TRU246 offers digital spread spectrum(DSS) technology for security and greater sound clarity. Based in part on aconcept invented by 1940s screen actress Hedy Lamarr, spread spectrumtransmission switches rapidly from frequency to frequency at random. A DSSsignal needs less power and encounters less interference.

A cordless phone like the Uniden TRU246 is even more useful with caller IDand call waiting/caller ID. Order this service through your local phonecompany, and the phone allows you screen calls even as you talk on thephone. When someone calls, caller ID allows you to view the caller's nameand number on the LCD display before you pick up the phone. The caller-IDmemory holds up to 50 names and numbers. Caller ID/call waiting allows youto view call information on an incoming call while you're on anothercall.

With the Uniden TRU246, you can program up to 20 numbers into the memorydial, similar to a speed dial, for instant access. The AutoTalk featurelets you answer a call just by picking up the handset--no need to fumblefor the "talk" button. Hang up simply by placing the handset in the basewith the AutoStandby feature.

The phone handset's batteries last for up to six hours of talk time and 10days on standby. The Uniden TRU246 comes with a rechargeable battery pack,AC adapter for the base unit, wall mount, and belt clip.

Customer Reviews:

Buttons Again.......2004-03-23

The buttons on our unit stopped working too after a couple years.

Good until the buttons stopped working:.......2003-08-20

I was pretty happy with the phone until, shortly after a year, the buttons became increasingly harder to push. I've contacted Uniden and they said they would only fix it for free if it was a "known problem." Not surprisingly, they said this was not such a case. Now what I want to know is if anyone else here on Amazon has had this same problem? If so, let's make it "known" so that Uniden will either fix it for free or give us a replacement. Though at this point, I'd rather have my money back than rely on their products and Customer Service again.

TRU246--An Update.......2003-01-21

It's been two years since my first review of my cell phone...it's still going strong on the original battery! I use a Jensen headset and an over-the-ear kind for hands-free talking. When watching tv with a friend from another state by phone (don't ask), I do notice the phone beeps "low battery" after four hours. This is a little disconcerting, especially if you're watching figure skating or an award show! However, it's not bad service for a phone I've had as long as this one. I suppose the solution there is buy another cordless for your spare jack and pick it up when the beeping starts.

I'm sold on cordless phones, still don't understand why people want to treat them as if they were wireless. Corded phones aren't and never will be. I believe good phones DO cost over $.. unless you buy them used. I also don't believe there is any one phone that will satisfy everybody's needs. My phone has never not work, keypad perfect, reception perfect.

I will say that I don't like the style of the newer model Unidens, so I can't say what my second phone will be. If they still made the 246 or 248, I'd definitely buy it.

Buttons stop working after a while!.......2002-12-03

I loved the phone when I first received it. However, after around 4 months the buttons stopped working. I basically need to jam my finger about an inch into the phone in order to dial a number. It sounds like a common problem with this phone. I suggest staying away from it.

Stop here!.......2001-09-06

If anyone is looking for a phone, look no further. This is the best phone I ever had! {and I've had many] The clarity can't be beat. I highly recommend this. You won't be disappointed.

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