Zenith XBV442 Progressive-Scan DVD/VCR Combo

Average customer rating:

its good except for one thing

DVD crashed!

Limited life span

Fine 2/3 of the time

Should have listened to the bad reviews...

Zenith XBV442 Progressive-Scan DVD/VCR Combo

Manufacturer: Zenith
ProductGroup: CE
Binding: Electronics

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Product Features:

Plays DVD-Video, CD, MP3/WMA (CD-R/CD-RW), JPEG CD, and VHS cassettes; onscreen MP3 file and folder navigation simplifies track access

Coaxial and optical digital audio outputs route Dolby Digital and DTS 5.1-channel surround sound to a compatible A/V receiver

Component-video, composite-video, S-video terminals and RF output

Hi-fi stereo VHS performance with 19-micron video heads for clear recordings in EP mode

Measures 16.9 x 3.8 x 11.5 inches (W x H x D)

ASIN: B00023CFC6

Product Description

Zenith Electronics is focused on the digital future, building on a proud heritage of leadership in entertainment products for the home and professional markets.PRODUCT FEATURES: Slim & Compact Size; Various Playback Options - plays DVD, DVD?R/RW, CD, CD-R/RW, MP3, WMA, JPEG and KODAK Picture CD; 4 Head Hi-Fi VCR - superior slow motion and stop action features along with hi-fidelity stereo sound; Progressive Scan Technology - video data is processed faster and sequentially to produce superior, crisp, clear images; Aspect Ratio Correction - intelligent resizing of video and computer images to 16:9 widescreen or 4:3 conventional formats; Easy access to A/V inputs for camcorders and video game systems.

Amazon.com Product Description

From quality VHS cassette recording and playback and high-resolution DVD performance to easy spinning of homemade MP3 CDs, Zenith's XBV442 handles all your movie and music needs. This stylish combo unit saves space while simplifying your entertainment hookups, providing convenient front-panel audio/video jacks simplify hookup with camcorders and video game consoles. The XBV442 plays CDs, CD-Rs, CD-RWs, MP3 and WMA CDs, JPEG image CDs, and of course standard DVD-Videos.

Whether your living room is currently home to an HDTV or you're merely thinking of "someday," the XBV442 stands ready to deliver the full potential of your DVDs through its progressive-scan component-video outputs. Progressive scanning, referred to as 480p for the number of horizontal lines that compose the video image, creates a picture using twice the scan lines of a conventional DVD picture, giving you higher resolution and sharper images while eliminating nearly all motion artifacts.

Composite- and S-video outputs (select between S-video or component-video outputs) bring compatibility with nearly any television. Other features include 4x and 6x moveable zoom, variable high-speed scan (2x, 4x, 16x, and 100x), parental locks, bookmarking, 20-track CD programming, and repeat and resume play.

The VCR section offers 4 heads (for clear slow-motion and stop-action features) and stereo sound. The deck's 19-micron video heads maintain clarity during recording or playback in EP (extended play) mode, auto digital tracking adjusts for optimal picture settings for every tape you load, and auto clock set maintains the correct time and even adjusts for daylight savings. You can't program the unit to record at specific times, but it does come with a handy Instant Recording button.

For the simplest hookup with your TV, you can use a single RCA composite-video connection to handle both DVD and VCR outputs. If you want a higher-quality connection from the DVD player, you can use a component- or S-video cable to an additional input on your TV (the VCR image requires a composite-video or RF connection with your TV). You can choose between an optical and a coaxial digital-audio output to feed a surround-sound signal to your Dolby Digital- or DTS-decoding audio/video receiver.

If you don't have a surround receiver or 6-channel speaker setup, you can still make every movie night the ultimate experience: the unit simulates surround sound through two speakers (even the stereo speakers on your TV).

What's in the Box
DVD player/VCR, remote control, 2 AAA batteries, a user's manual, a stereo analog audio interconnect/composite-video cable, a registration card, and warranty info.

Customer Reviews:

its good except for one thing.......2007-03-19

this is really a good DVD/VCR player combo but the thing is. it made my dvd skipped. but that was only one DVD/VCR the other ones my relatives had doesnt make them skip? so i dont know

DVD crashed!.......2007-01-15

Bought this to save space, it ended up taking up space in the garage and being useless after less than a year. The DVD made horrible noises and sometime the sound wouldn't work at all, the VCR never had a problem. It was a total waste of money. Ended buying a cheaper less know brand that is still going without any difficulties.

Limited life span.......2006-12-13

Bought this a year ago, Barely used it. And then it just stopped working...
try something else!

Fine 2/3 of the time.......2006-01-23

Bought this in late 2004.

I experience the static problem about every third time I use it. My fix is to turn the unit off and on, and the machine operates normally. Annoying, but better than nothing.

I also wish the unit automatically knows whether the source disc is widescreen or 4:3. You have to change the aspect ratio in the onscreen menu.

Video quality is excellent. I love that it plays just about any disc you can throw at it, including home movies on DVD (DVD+-R/RW). Also plays audio MP3 files.

No rewind problems yet, but I rarely use the VCR.

For $70, I guess I got what I paid for. I will eventialy replace it with a DVD recorder with hard drive.

Should have listened to the bad reviews..........2005-12-25

This VCR/DVD really is a bad one. I read mixed reviews on Circuit City's website, but still went ahead and bought it b/c the price was low and it was for my kids' playroom. I wasn't going to get an expensive one with a five-year-old and two-year-old running around...and I wanted one I could teach them to work.

Well, I shot myself in the foot - try telling two impatient little ones why you're spending ten minutes trying to get the darn thing to work! Within a month or two the VCR stopped rewinding halfway through the rewind process, which was a big warning noted in the reviews. I have to manually hold the button down and it rewinds with the movie ONSCREEN. Imagine how long that takes. I went out and bought a rewinder (another 12 bucks) and THAT broke within two weeks! It's kind of comical - I have to run all the way across the house to another VCR to rewind tapes whenever the kids want to watch them.

I also have the audio static problem here and there. My husband and I have finally figured out that if you turn the TV to Channel 4 and then back to 3, the static goes away. However, my kids can't really understand that concept so they get frustrated and I come running...

Overall, this was NOT worth the cheap price. It's more trouble than it's worth. DON'T BUY IT!

Product Description

A space-efficient, reliable and cost-effective KVM switch for multi-PC users, StarTech.com's SV211K is designed for call center, help desk and SOHO environments for integrating enterprise computer systems together. The SV211K is a computer management tool that allows you to control multiple computers from one source minimizing downtime by making connected computers and input devices available as soon as they are attached. A ready-to-use, out-of-the-box solution, the SV211K 2-port KVM switch kit comes complete with two reliable StarTech.com 3-in-1 cables to remove tangles and help organize your workspace. Cable ports are located at the rear of the SV211K providing easy, no-nonsense cable identification and organization. Ports are switched by pressing a button on the unit, or by entering a simple keyboard hot-key sequence. The StarView prevents boot-up errors by providing keyboard and mouse emulation to the non-selected PC. Its low cost, super small footprint design, and high 1920x1440 resolution display capability make this switch perfect for any application where reliability and cost-effectiveness are a necessity.

Customer Reviews:

The grey button makes all the difference.......2007-02-15

I have a laptop and a desktop. The other "Brand X" KVM switch I had wouldn't reliably switch to the laptop. This KVM will switch easily using the button on the unit (my favorite) or the hotkey combinations. It works.

good value, easy to hook up.......2003-05-20

I drive a single 17" monitor and share a keyboard and mouse on two separate DELL boxes (one Linux and the other Windows 98). This switch does the job nicely and the connectors use the same color-coding as the DELL boxes. The video quality is not perfect but after awhile I don't notice the degradation; I recommend this switch.

Iogear 8 Port KVM Switch PS/2, 1u Kit w/ cables

Average customer rating:

Superb Value
Good Switch - Very bad cables

Iogear 8 Port KVM Switch PS/2, 1u Kit w/ cables

Manufacturer: IOGEAR
ProductGroup: CE
Binding: Electronics

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Package Content - 1 PS/2 KVM switch, four 6 foot PS/2 KVM cables, four 10 foot PS/2 KVM cables, 1 Power adapter, 1 Rack mount kit, 1 Quick start guide, 1 Warranty Registration card
Use one keyboard, monitor and mouse to control 8 computers
Plug-n-Play monitor support, high-resolution video support (up to 1920 x 1440)
Easy to install, no software required
Easy to operate use push button at the front and hot keys to switch port

ASIN: B0009U60FA

Product Description

Iogear's new 8-port PS/2 KVM is just the tool to help reduce the need for redundant hardware. Now control up to eight computers with a single keyboard, monitor and mouse. This 8-port KVM switch comes with built-in AutoScan mode that lets you conveniently monitor every attached computer for a specified amount of time, while the Hot Key technology allows you to switch ports easily using the keyboard. With its 19 inch rack-mountable casing and status-monitoring LEDs, the Iogear 8-port PS/2 is the perfect switch for your home, small business or any other multi-computer environment. Built in AutoScan mode LEDs allow for easy status monitoring Port Selection - Push Buttons, Hot Keys Scan Interval - 5 seconds Video Resolution - 1920x1440 Power Consumption - 1.08W max Mouse - 8x6 pin mini-DIN Female (PS/2) Keyboard - 8x6 pin mini-DIN Female (PS/2) Monitor - 8xHDDB15 Male Requirement - Computers with PS/2 connections, and HDDB15 VGA connection Dimensions - Height 1.75 (4.45 cm) x Depth 6 (15.24 cm) x Width 17 inches (43.18 cm) Weight - 20.7 pounds

Customer Reviews:

Superb Value.......2007-05-15

Switch performs better than the one it replaced - and that switch alone cost more than this entire kit. It always responds to the keyboard shortcuts. Systems boot with keyboard and mouse functionality regardless of what port is active - including one that needed its port on the old switch to be active to boot properly.
One minor issue - the power LED is very bright. It looked like a monitor was left on in the room. Covering the LED with a small piece of tape solved this problem.

Good Switch - Very bad cables.......2007-05-12

The switch has nice features. One can switch from the unit or from the keyboard. There are LEDs to indicate the status of connected systems.

BUT, the included cables simply do not support high resolution. This switch is claimed to support 1920X1440 but I had lots of trouble getting 1280X1024 out of the cables. When I used my cables from an older IO Gear 4-port switch I was able to get the proper resolution.

Average customer rating:

SWITCH,KVM AUTO,4-PORT

Manufacturer: Cables Unlimited
ProductGroup: CE
Binding: Electronics

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4-PORT PS/2 MINI KVM AUTO SWITCH(W/CABLES, METAL, DESKTOP, W/PWR SUPPLY)

ASIN: B00008AB4V

Average customer rating:

2-Port PS/2 KVM Switch w/Cables

Manufacturer: KVM
ProductGroup: CE

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2-port KVM / Control two (2) computers with one set of controls / One (1) console port
PS/2 keyboard emulation / PS/2 mouse emulation / 1920 x 1440 max VGA resolution
Mini-Din 6-pin keyboard input/output / Mini-Din 6-pin mouse input/output
15-pin VGA input/output / Auto scan / Hot plug / Hot keys / LED indicators
Includes two (2) 4-foot KVM cables

ASIN: B000GLPKGW

Product Description

Save money and space with this 2 port KVM switch! With this KVM switch it's possible to control up to 2 computers from a single mouse, keyboard and monitor. Features include auto scan, easy hot-key control, LED activity indicators and support up to 1920 x 1440 high video resolutions!

Switch, KVM Auto, 4-Port, PS/2, Metal Desktop, w/Cables (Includes power supply)

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Switch, KVM Auto, 4-Port, PS/2, Metal Desktop, w/Cables (Includes power supply)

Manufacturer: worldofcables.com
ProductGroup: CE

Tripp Lite / 2-Port KVM Switch, Cables Included, PS/2 Switch, Black / TRPB030002R

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Tripp Lite / 2-Port KVM Switch, Cables Included, PS/2 Switch, Black / TRPB030002R

Manufacturer: Tripp Lite
ProductGroup: Office Product
Binding: Misc.

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Usually Ships the Same Day
Usually Delivered within 24-72 hours
Highest Quality Product

ASIN: B000EFJEIU

Product Description

Tripp Lite's 2-port KVM Switch Kit is the optimal solution for controlling two computers from one keyboard, mouse and monitor. Switch between computers simply by entering an easy hot key combination on the keyboard. Installation is a snap just connect the PCs to the switch using the cables provided. No software or complicated set-up procedures are required. TRPB030002R TRP-B030002R TRPB030-002-R TRP-B030-002-R 037332120885 3733212088

Tripp Lite 2-Port Desktop KVM Switch w/ 2 KVM Cable Kits (PS2)

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Tripp Lite 2-Port Desktop KVM Switch w/ 2 KVM Cable Kits (PS2)

Manufacturer: Tripp Lite
ProductGroup: Office Product
Binding: Office Product

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Sold as 1 EA
Manufactured by Tripp Lite
Highest Quality Product

ASIN: B000F3XGBW

Product Description

2-Port Desktop KVM Switch w/ 2 KVM Cable Kits Control multiple computers with 1 keyboard, monitor and mouse console. Simple plug-and-play setup. Compatible with major operating systems, most keyboards and mice. No software or system configurations required. Two PS/2 cable kits included. Separate adapter allows PS/2 to USB conversion. Ultra-slim design for use in flat or vertical position.

Switch, KVM Auto, 8-Port, PS/2, Daisychainable, Metal Desktop or Rackmount, w/ Power Supply

Average customer rating:

Switch, KVM Auto, 8-Port, PS/2, Daisychainable, Metal Desktop or Rackmount, w/ Power Supply

Manufacturer: worldofcables.com
ProductGroup: CE

2-Port Auto KVM Switch w/ Built-In Cables

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2-Port Auto KVM Switch w/ Built-In Cables

Manufacturer: Generic
ProductGroup: CE

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Connects keyboard, video and mouse to 2 PCs
1600x1200 maximum resolution, 200MHz video bandwidth
30-100KHz horitzontal frequency, 43-120Hz vertical frequency
5/10/15/20/25/30-second scan rates, Auto scan mode
Keyboard shortcut for selecting modes(Switch between systems with the keyboard)

ASIN: B000BL1MVE

Product Description

Share a single monitor, keyboard and mouse between two PCs! If you use multiple PCs, say a Windows computer and one operating with Linux, but only have desk-space for just one monitor, keyboard and mouse, this device is perfect for you. Switch between active machines with a hotkey combination for easy operation. Get this fantastic KVM switch today!

Average customer rating:

2-Port PS/2 KVM Switch w/Cables

Manufacturer: Generic
ProductGroup: CE

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Two Port KVM Control Two (2) computers with one set of controls
One (1) Console Port
PS/2 Keyboard Emulation - Mini-Din 6-pin
PS/2 Mouse Emulation - Mini-Din 6-pin
VGA Resolution (max): 2048 x 1536 - 15-pin

ASIN: B000BU7XMM

Product Description

Save money and space with this 2 port KVM switch. With this KVM switch it's possible to control up to 2 computers from a single mouse, keyboard and monitor. Features include auto scan, easy hot-key control, LED activity indicators, and support up to 2048 x 1536 high video resolution. Save Space and Money, Get yours today!

Average customer rating:

My old sterio sound better than my Bose system

whaa? consider the price!

Nice speakers but can you actually get them from Amazon?

Wharfedale Diamond 8.2 70th-Year Anniversary Speakers (Bird's Eye Maple)

Manufacturer: Wharfdale
ProductGroup: CE
Binding: Electronics

Speakers | Audio & Video | Categories | Electronics | Bookshelf | Ceiling Speakers | Center Channel | Floorstanding | Home Theater Speaker Systems | In-Wall & In-Ceiling | Outdoor | Portable Audio Speakers | Subwoofers | Surround | Wireless
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Product Features:

70th Anniversary edition of the Diamond 8.2 bookshelf speaker with upgraded binding post terminals and wood finish

6.5-inch woven-Kevlar woofer, 1-inch silk-dome tweeter

Ideal for stand mounting as front stereo speakers or as the front or rear speakers in an AV system

Self-damping, bidirectional woven Kevlar drive units with ultra-smooth phase plugs

Double-wound, vented voice coils on bass/mid drivers; bi-wirable, gold-plated terminals

ASIN: B00008ZPIK

Amazon.com Product Description

Wharfedale's 70th-anniversary edition Diamond 8.2 makes subtle design improvements over the standard Diamond 8.2 loudspeaker, including improved binding-post terminals and a more stylish real-wood finish. The Diamond 8.2 is the result of Wharfedale's more than three years of intensive research and development into virtually every aspect of acoustic design.

Wharfedale's unique bidirectional Kevlar weave creates a cone that can start and stop in an instant, resulting in detail and resolution that will amaze the most discerning listeners. Coupled with the most refined Ferro-fluid-cooled, neodymium-powered textile tweeter in its class, this speaker has it all: detail, dynamics, and an impressive soundstage. Behind the woofer is a dual-layer, vented voice coil that transmits the signal information with great accuracy. The cone is mounted on a nitrile rubber Flexaural surround rim. A profiled phase plug improves the off-axis performance to project an excellent stereo image across a wide listening area.

The speaker is front ported to enable positioning close to a back wall. Gold-plated bi-wire terminals are used for connections, which you can take advantage of using the A and B speaker sets from most any integrated amplifier or surround receiver.

Customer Reviews:

My old sterio sound better than my Bose system.......2006-05-12

I bought a new house that came with an installed bose Lifestyle 25 installed in the family room. I almost donated my old sterio but saw these for sale on Amazon Gold Box and said what the heck I need some sound in the basement. Once I plugged these speakers in I was floored, the sound was AMAZING I could not believe my old sterio system that had been OK was now soulding like a concert hall, and my amplifier did not have the dual output for each channel. Almost anyone that visits me prefers the sound from these over the Bose system.
If you can get these speakers you will not regret it they are the best money can buy.

whaa? consider the price!.......2003-12-27

They are simply the best in their range. I'm an audio engineer and am very critical about sound.

You simple won't find better speakers at this price....

Nice speakers but can you actually get them from Amazon?.......2003-10-04

These speakers are pretty nice. They are clean, attractive and yield very well defined sound. In fact, for the price that I paid for them, they are quite extraordinary speakers. However, beware purchasing them from Amazon especially with the "in stock soon" qualification. I ordered similar speakers from Amazon and they never got them in (after months of insisting that they would be available soon.) I ended up getting these speakers for much less elsewhere and, while I'm very happy with them, I'd be very hesitant about buying them here without guaranteed delivery. Basically, the speakers are nice, but Amazon has some delivery issues regarding this brand. Do NOT get in line unless you're prepared to be disappointed.

Wharfedale Diamond 8.2 70th-Year Anniversary Speakers (Rosewood)

Average customer rating:

My old sterio sound better than my Bose system
whaa? consider the price!
Nice speakers but can you actually get them from Amazon?

Wharfedale Diamond 8.2 70th-Year Anniversary Speakers (Rosewood)

Manufacturer: Wharfdale
ProductGroup: CE
Binding: Electronics

Wharfedale | Brands | Electronics Features | Electronics
Product Features:

70th Anniversary edition of the Diamond 8.2 bookshelf speaker with upgraded binding post terminals and wood finish
6.5-inch woven-Kevlar woofer, 1-inch silk-dome tweeter
Ideal for stand mounting as front stereo speakers or as the front or rear speakers in an AV system
Self-damping, bidirectional woven Kevlar drive units with ultra-smooth phase plugs
Double-wound, vented voice coils on bass/mid drivers; bi-wirable, gold-plated terminals

ASIN: B00008ZPIM

Customer Reviews:

My old sterio sound better than my Bose system.......2006-05-12

whaa? consider the price!.......2003-12-27

They are simply the best in their range. I'm an audio engineer and am very critical about sound.

You simple won't find better speakers at this price....

Nice speakers but can you actually get them from Amazon?.......2003-10-04

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