Posts Tagged ‘Series’

Lenovo V100 Series 3 Cell Li-ion Battery, 2.5-HOUR(1) Average Battery Life

Wednesday, March 10th, 2010


Lenovo V100 Series 3 Cell Li-ion Battery, 2.5-HOUR(1) Average Battery Life


Brand: Lenovo
Model: 40Y8319
Languages:
Original Language: English

Product Description:
Power your system whenever and wherever you need it with the Lenovo V100 Series 3 Cell Li-Ion Battery. You can keep the power flowing wherever you go by taking along an extra, fully charged Lenovo battery. The rechargeable Lenovo V100 Series 3 Cell Li-Ion system battery delivers up to 2.5 hours of system run time. It can replace your original system battery or be swapped in as a spare.

Features: Sold Individually
Available at Amazon
List Price: USD 213.25
Lowest New Price: USD 104.10

NEW REPLACEMENT AC ADAPTER LAPTOP CHARGER FOR HP PAVILION DV4 DV5 SERIES; HP G50 G60 SERIES

Wednesday, March 10th, 2010


NEW REPLACEMENT AC ADAPTER LAPTOP CHARGER FOR HP PAVILION DV4 DV5 SERIES; HP G50 G60 SERIES


These were so inexpensive I bought three. Including the original, now I have one in every room in the house where I normally use my laptop.

There's one con: The section of cord that goes from the "brick" to the laptop is only 44" long, which is about two feet shorter than on the original. This is inconvenient in some usages. For example, the brick doesn't reach the floor when my laptop is on my kitchen table with the cord routed around the back, so I have to leave the brick on the table cluttering up my workspace (or let it hang down, putting strain on the jack). Plus of course the decrease in total length of the cord means you can't sit quite as far from an outlet as with the original. Overall there are so many places where the missing two feet is not needed anyway that it's still a good value.




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Brand: sunvalleytek

Product Description:
Compatible Part Numbers: ED494AA#ABA, 391172-001, 384019-003, PA-1650-02HC, 384019-001, 384021-001, 391173-001, 384020-001, 384020-003, 409992-001, ED495AA, PA-1900-18H2, PPP014L-SA, 384019-002, 384020-002 Fit Laptop Models: HP Compaq nc2400 Notebook PC, HP Compaq nc4400 Notebook PC, HP Compaq nc6320 Notebook PC, HP Compaq Business Notebook nc6400 Series, HP Compaq Business Notebook nc8430 Series, HP Compaq Business Notebook nw8440 Series, HP Compaq Business Notebook nw9440 SeriesHP Compaq nx6110 Notebook PC (Not All), HP Compaq nx6115 Notebook PC (Not All), HP Compaq nx6125 Notebook PC (Not All), HP Compaq nx6310 Notebook PC, HP Compaq Business Notebook nx6315 Series, HP Compaq nx6320 Notebook PC, HP Compaq nx6325 Notebook PC, HP Compaq nx7300 Notebook PC, HP Compaq nx7400 Notebook PC, HP Compaq Business Notebook nx8420 Series, HP Compaq nx9420 Notebook PC,HP Compaq Tablet PC tc4400,HP Compaq tc4200 Tablet PC,HP EliteBook 2530p Notebook PC,HP EliteBook 2730p Notebook PC,HP EliteBook 6930p Notebook PC,HP EliteBook 8530p Notebook PC,HP EliteBook 8530w Mobile Workstation,HP Pavilion DV4-1000 SeriesDV4-1000, DV4T-1000, DV4Z-1000 CTO,HP Pavilion DV5-1000 Series,DV5-1120, DV5-1120US,DV5-1124, DV5-1124CA,DV5t, DV5z,HP Pavilion DV7, DV7t, DV7z, Compaq Presario A900, Compaq Presario CQ40, Compaq Presario CQ45, Compaq Presario CQ50, Compaq Presario CQ50-100,Compaq Mini-Note 2133, Compaq Presario B1210, HP Pavilion G5000, G6000, and G7000

Features:
  • Replacement HP/Compaq 18.5V 3.5A AC Adapter
  • Input: AC100-240V (worldwide use),Output: DC18.5V 3.5A,Power: 65W
  • Connector size: Internal Diameter: 5.0mm,External Diameter: 7.4mm,With central smart-pin inside
  • Item Includes: AC Adapter and Power Cord.Full 12 months warranty
  • Make sure the part will match your laptop. If there is no central pin in the connector of your original AC adapter, please stop bidding this item
Available at Amazon
Lowest New Price: USD 6.32
Customer Reviews


Works fine...
The cord is about a foot shorter than expected, but that has little affect on the product's usability. Good buy for the price.

Lexar Media Professional Series UDMA 8GB Compact Flash 300x

Tuesday, March 9th, 2010


I bought this to use with my new Nikon D700 - it is listed in the manual as one of the approved cards. It works fine, high speed transfer. Actually, the D700 firmware has just been updated to allow for up to 64GB of CF storage but that would be overkill for me - this one with 8GB will store almost 800 full res full frame high qual images, which is plenty. This is like having 22 rolls of 35mm film in my camera.

64GB would store 6,400 images, enough for a two year trek to the antarctic. Three cheers for digital photography!

Lexar Professional Series 8 GB 300x UDMA CompactFlash Memory Card CF8GB-300-381



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Brand: Lexar
Model: CF8GB-300-381

Product Description:
300X high-speed CompactFlash card * 45MB per second minimum sustained write capability * 8GB card stores up to 2,200 12-megapixel JPEG digital photos depending on your digital camera's settings *

Features:
  • 300X high-speed CompactFlash card
  • 45MB per second minimum sustained write capability
  • 8GB card stores up to 2,200 12-megapixel JPEG digital photos depending on your digital camera's settings
Format: CD
Available at Amazon
List Price: USD 84.99
Lowest Used Price: USD 66.99
Customer Reviews


reliable & fast
bought 2 of these cards before a trip to Ireland. They work great and have lots of capacity.


Seems like a great card, though I did get one lemon
Great card with one major complaint - one of them randomly corrupted and stopped working for me. I format my cards in camera before use. I tried everything and eventually sent it to Lexar for lifetime warranty replacement, which they fulfilled pretty promptly.

As a wedding photographer losing a card simply isn't an option, though I shoot with a D3 in backup mode in case it does happen. It is however my understanding, based on all that I read and have talked with other pros, that Sandisk and Lexar are pretty much the top of the line. So I hope my experience was a one-time aberration. The other 3 Lexar Pro cards I own have all performed flawlessly.


Great & Fast Memory Card
This is the faster memory card that I ever had so far, I'm taking 8 pics/sec and video and it is flawless !!!. It's a perfect combo with high-end DSLR cameras. Price is the right -70, can't complaint !!!
Lexar Media Professional Series UDMA 8GB Compact Flash 300x


Recommended Compact Flash UDMA Memory
Just popped the memory into my camera and it works perfectly and consistently. Very fast download.

TiVo TCD649080 Series 2 80-Hour Dual Tuner Digital Video Recorder

Friday, March 5th, 2010


TiVo TCD649080 Series 2 80-Hour Dual Tuner Digital Video Recorder


After owning a Series 1 Tivo for about 5 years, the hard drive became worn out and slooow and glitchy. It was time to upgrade to a new Tivo. After reading a lot of bad reviews about the HD Tivo (which I REALLY wanted) I decided to go with the Series 2 with dual tuners. I'm glad I did! The dual tuners are awesome. It allows you to record 2 channels at once, which is a very nice feature. It also has more memory than the Series 1, so you can keep more recordings at once. If you are new to Tivo or DVRs, I HIGHLY RECOMMEND a Tivo Series 2 DVR.

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Brand: TiVo
Model: TCD649080

Product Description:
The world's first, best, and easiest-to-use digital video recorder just got better. Now, record two shows at once! Only the TiVo service gives you the freedom to watch your favorite shows any time, anywhere.
Amazon.com Product Description:
The TiVo Series2 DT does something that only DirecTV TiVo users have enjoyed up till now--the ability to record two shows at once. This dual-tuner (DT) TiVo Series2 is the first standalone DVR that's optimized for households with cable television. Now, you'll never have to miss any of your favorite shows--even if they're on at the same time. It also offers the same entertainment services as other TiVo Series2 DVRs, including digital music, digital photos, remote scheduling, and hassle-free favorites recording. All this and the famed luxury of being able to pause and view instant replays of live television, too. TiVo DVRs record television programming directly to an onboard digital ATA/IDE hard drive, eliminating the hassles of videotape (imprecise tape searching, head cleaning, steadily degrading picture, fuzzy sound, etc.).

This TiVo Series2 DT model (TCD649080) offers an 80-hour recording capacity. It offers the ability to simultaneously record programming from two basic cable channels, or one basic cable channel and one digital cable channel. It also includes built-in Ethernet and USB ports, making it easier than ever to add the TiVo box to your home network. This enables you to take advantage of the TivoToGo feature, which allows you to transfer programs from the TiVo box to a Windows-based desktop or laptop PC so you can watch your favorite programs on the go or while others are watching live or recorded programing on the TV.

The Series2 has a USB port and an Ethernet connection, offering users with home networks the ability to stream photos and music to their TiVo, or send programs from one TiVo to another. This connectivity also lets TiVo subscribers access exciting entertainment services through the TiVo Home Media Features, which consists of the TiVo Digital Music Player, TiVo Digital Photo Viewer, and Multi-Room Viewing.

The TiVo Digital Music Player lets you enjoy your computer's MP3 collection through your home entertainment sound system. Access and control your entire digital music collection via your TV; shuffle your music library by artist, album, or type of music; and create a custom playlist on your computer or use third-party software to develop playlists for every mood.

The TiVo Digital Photo Viewer accesses digital photos stored on your computer and showcases them on your TV. View photo albums and slideshows on your TV screen, easily navigate, search, and view your computer's entire digital photo library, play and control slideshows of photo albums, and use the remote control to select and view individual photos.

TiVo's Series2 DVR allows users to view photos and listen to music stored on their computer or other peripheral device.


With the Multi-Room Viewing feature, users can pause live TV and resume viewing in another room.

Multi-Room Viewing is designed for households with two Series2 DVRs and allows you to record a show on one DVR and send it to another if your kids are watching in the living room, say, and you're watching in the bedroom. You can also start a program on one DVR and pick up where you left off on your other DVR, as well as access the Now Playing list of a connected Series2 DVR at any time.

You can also find and schedule recordings even when you're away from home. With Online Scheduling, you'll have the freedom to schedule programs from anywhere you have a computer with an Internet connection. Just sign in to TiVo Central Online to access the same recording options you have at home. Broadband connected Series2 subscribers can also view both their own photo slideshows and those shared by friends with Yahoo! Photos, and check local weather and traffic from Yahoo!. Additionally, subscribers can browse and buy movie tickets from Fandango, discover new music on Live365, and listen to entertaining podcasts.

The Series2 DVR is compatible with virtually every television available. It also works with VCRs, TV antennas, cable systems, and satellite systems. A patented universal remote control simplifies program recording and controls multiple TiVos within the home (2 devices can share your existing phone line). Connections include: 3 video inputs and outputs (S-video, composite-video, and RF coaxial), 1 set of stereo RCA analog audio inputs, and 2 sets of stereo audio outputs.

TiVo service requires a monthly subscription fee; see tivo.com for current rates. Other benefits of TiVo service include but are by no means limited to: Season Pass (TiVo automatically finds and records every episode of a series all season long, even if the network schedule changes), WishList (TiVo finds and records programs that feature your favorite actor, director, team, or even topic), Smart Recording (TiVo detects line-up changes for you and suggests programs to match your interests, if desired), and Showcases (exclusive entertainment plus recording shortcuts from some of the most popular networks on TV). You can even train TiVo to autorecord more shows you'll love when you use the Thumbs Up and Thumbs Down buttons on the supplied remote. Parental controls let you lock channels or set ratings limits based on content.




Rent or Buy more than 50,000 Titles from Amazon Video On Demand

With Amazon Video On Demand (available in U.S. only) TiVo customers can now instantly watch more than 50,000 commercial-free movies and television shows, including hit new releases and the latest episodes available in HD.

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Using an intuitive interface, customers can order movies right from their couch and enjoy instant playback without waiting for lengthy downloads or annoying commercials. Prices start as low as $.99 and no subscription fee is required
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Find
Choose from thousands of movies and TV shows by browsing in the Amazon Video On Demand section on your TiVo. Access and add to your virtual library of purchases via Amazon Video On Demand’s Your Video Library and re-watch anytime on the TiVo Player, your PC or Mac and other compatible devices (U.S. only).
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Rent or Buy
Renting and purchasing titles is a snap with the power of Amazon’s 1-click purchasing. Order new release movies and the latest TV shows right from your couch and you’re watching within seconds. Prices start as low as $.99.
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Watch
Using your TiVo Player, enjoy Amazon Video On Demand’s high quality video on any TV. Videos playback instantly, without waiting for a download. Purchases and rentals are added to Your Video Library and stored online by Amazon so you can conveniently watch them on your TiVo Player, PC or Mac, and other compatible devices.




What's in the Box
80-hour TiVo Series2 DT (TCD649080) DVR, user's manual, 1 stereo analog audio/video interconnect, 1 RJ-11 phone "Y" splitter, 1 dual IR blaster cable, 1 AC power cord, one 25-foot RJ-11 telephone cable, 2 AA batteries, 1 RG-6 coaxial cable, 1 DB-9 serial cable, a user's manual, and warranty information.



Features:
  • Record two basic cable channels, or one basic and one digital cable channel, at once.
  • Up to 80 hours of digital audio/video recording capacity (NTSC); works with cable, digital cable, satellite.
  • USB and Ethernet ports offer ability to stream digital music and photos from a computer to TiVo and transfer programming to PCs
  • TiVo service includes Season Pass, WishList, program guide, digital music, digital photos, and online scheduling
  • Everything required for installation is supplied; subscription to TiVo service is additional requirement. An appropriate set top box is needed for digital cable, or satellite.
Available at Amazon
List Price: USD 149.99
Lowest Used Price: USD 64.00
Lowest New Price: USD 114.72
Customer Reviews


Love my new TiVo
The TiVo has a mind of it's own. It Tapes programs it thinks we'll like. I love it.


Good dvr.
I purchased this as a gift for my daughter,she set it up by herself and has really enjoyed it.


very good
I bought this as a gift for my parents and while I haven't actually seen it in action, they tell me they love it and will never go back to normal tv. The only caveat is that it must be connected to the Internet, and if you don't have an Ethernet cable that you can easily plug into the back, make sure you get the wireless adapter that goes with it (sold separately of course).

7200mAh 9 cell battery for Dell Latitude D620 D630 D631 Precision M2300 series laptops

Thursday, March 4th, 2010


7200mAh 9 cell battery for Dell Latitude D620 D630 D631 Precision M2300 series laptops


My wife ordered one for her D630 for a Christmas gift, and I got one for my D620 for Valentine's Day (when we think of romantic gifts, we think of Amazon). The batteries are working fine -- better than 3 hours' service. They fit well, despite the clunky "wrist rest" that evidently holds the extra 3 cells.

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Product Description:
[Voltage(V)] 11.1
[Capacity(mAh)] 7200mAh/73Wh
[Dimension(mm)] 286.87*94.9*24.22
[N.W(g)] 460
[Color] silver grey
[Type] Li-ion

Replacement For

* 0GD775, 0GD787, 0JD605, 0JD606, 0JD610, 0JD616, 0JD634, 0JD648, 0KD489, 0KD491, 0KD494, 0KD495, 0PD685, 0RD300, 0RD301, 0TC030, 0TD116, 0TD117, 0TD175, 0TG226, 0UD088, 0UG260, 312-0383, 312-0384, 312-0386, 451-10298, GD775, GD776, GD787, JD605, JD606, JD610, JD616, JD634, JD648, JD775, KD489, KD491, KD492, KD494, KD495, PC764, PD685, RC126, RD300, RD301, TC030, TD116, TD117, TD175, TG226, UD088, 310-9080, 0NT367, PC765, NT379, 312-0653, 310-9081, 312-0654, KP423

Fit Machine Models:

Dell Latitude D620 , Latitude D630 , Latitude D630c, Latitude D631 , Precision M2300


Features:
  • Voltage rating on this battery: 11.1V
  • Battery Capacity: 9 Cell 7200mAh
  • Warranty: 1 Year
  • Full 1 Year warranty,Batteries are in high grade quality and certified by CE and RoHS
Available at Amazon
List Price: USD 105.99
Lowest New Price: USD 47.99
Customer Reviews


Solid battery life
It matches my Dell XPS laptop as it said it should. My old battery wouldn't last half an hour after 2 years, this replacement keeps my hardware going up to 4 hours, usually 3 when I'm running some research simulations (processor intensive).


Exactly like the Dell one
Not much to say,
I was afraid not buying the original dell battery - for no good reason.
This battery does exactly what it is supposed to do for 1/3 of the price (compared to original dell battery).

If you hesitate - don't. Just get one.

PTC Premium GOLD Series VGA / SVGA 1 source to 2 displays Splitter cable

Wednesday, March 3rd, 2010


This cable is probably actually made to output from a computer to two display sources. Instead I've turned it around and use it to connect my laptop, or my XBox 360 to my monitor. Though it's setup like that only one can be turned on(connected) at a time. Cheaper alternative to the actually box that switches between the two. The build quality feels nice and the gold plating seems to have lasted. awesome.

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Brand: PTC
Model: ADPY-2H152GOLD

Product Description:
This Gold series VGA SVGA Splitter cable allows you to split a single video source to 2 displays.

Features:
  • it displays a single VGA video output on 2 displays such as VGA/SVGA/LCD Monitors, TVs, projectors and other video displays.
  • Connectors: High Density 15-pin male to 2x High Density 15-pin females
  • UL Listed Double Shielded cable to eliminate interferences
  • Gold-plated connectors ensure superior signal transfer and a lifetime of maximum performance
  • Thick gauge wires to support high video resolutions
Special Features:
  • Supports high resolution video
  • LIFETIME Warranty!
Available at Amazon
List Price: USD 19.99
Lowest New Price: USD 2.38
Customer Reviews


Didn't work, but still useful
I bought this item hoping to output video to both my monitor and my tv, so that I wouldn't have to bother going behind the computer and switching the vga cables back and forth. After I plugged both the monitor and tv into the splitter plugs, the TV displayed fine (no loss of brightness and no ghosting through my 25ft VGA cable). The monitor, however, would only show wavy lines. The wave lines would only go away when I unplugged the cable going to the TV. Then the signal going to my monitor through this splitter would work just fine. So now when I want to use my computer monitor, I just have to unplug the cable going to the TV, which is still more convenient since I don't ever have to plug or unplug the cable going to my monitor.


Works GREAT!
I was worried that the display for my monitor was going to lose resolution but it didn't. Great price, works well and arrive sooner then later.

Cables To Go - 27992 - 12ft Value Series S-Video + Audio to 3 RCA Cable (Black)

Monday, March 1st, 2010


FYI because I have received so much great info from Amazon's ratings pages. Quite simply, I was looking for a splitter to send the signal from one satellite box to two tv's. The old boxes used to have a coax in and a coax out to the tv. You could split the coax out to two tv's with no problem. But the new HD boxes have a coax in but only s-video, composite, component and HDMI out. What to do? I have an older tv with an s-video and composite in. I just purchased a new LCD flat screen with HDMI, component, s-video and composite ins. I wanted to send the signal from the Sat box to both tv's so I didn't have to buy a new Sat box or pay additional lease charges. So with a little experimentation and as simple as this sounds, I didn't need a splitter. I connected the s-video out from the Sat box to the s-video in in the older tv (you also have to connect composite audio cables with this option) and the HDMI out from the Sat box to the HDMI in in the new LCD. All I had to do was set the video input on the older tv to S-video and the video input on the new tv to HDMI and I had two tvs working off of the same box at the same time without a splitter. Hopefully this helps some of you.

Cables To Go - 27992 - 12ft Value Series S-Video + Audio to 3 RCA Cable (Black)



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Brand: Cables To Go
Color: Black
Model: 27992
Languages:
Original Language: English

Product Description:
The Hi-Resolution S-Video+Audio to 3 RCA Adapter Cable from Cables To Go allows you to connect your multimedia PC to your television with ease. This precision-engineered adapter cable connects the S-Video out of your computer to a TV, thus eliminating the need for several cables and/or adapters. This bi-directional cable converts S-Video to composite RCA or vice-versa without an expensive active converter. This quality 75ohm coax cable is double-shielded with 85% aluminum foil and braid to reduce unwanted noise and distortion. The Y/C signal separation circuitry provides a bright, crisp picture from your PC. In addition to fitting standard S-Video jacks, the cable fits both 7-pin and 4-pin jacks on desktops and notebooks with a TV out jack. Ordinary, "included in the box" S-video and composite RCA cables often low-quality materials with inferior shielding that can result in poor sound and picture quality.

Features:
  • Connectors: S-Video Male and 3.5mm plug to 3 RCA plug
  • Convert from composite S-Video to RCA or vice-versa
  • One piece solution, which eliminates couplers that cause signal loss
  • Gold terminals ensure long-lasting, corrosion-free connections
  • Fully molded connectors provide excellent strain relief
Available at Amazon
List Price: USD 29.99
Lowest Used Price: USD 15.00
Lowest New Price: USD 8.93
Customer Reviews


Probably go with the 7 pin
So I bought this to hook up my laptop to my tv. It was very easy to do this, but almost impossible to get the screen to be clear and the sound quality to be good. I read reviews that said you could use a 4 pin instead of 7 pin and because the 4 pin cable was longer and cheaper I bought this one. Next time I will stick with the 7 pin so that I get a screen that isn't blurry.


Does what I need it to do
I'm pleased with this product. The color coding makes it super simple to attach. It took me a little while to figure out the settings for my computer to get movies to play on the TV. In the end we downloaded this driver, NVIDIA, and that makes it work. It's so nice to sit on my comfy couch and watch movies on the nice large screen of my TV instead of watching from my laptop. The sound and the picture quality are good.


This cable works great
After an unsuccessful search for a quality DVI to RCA cable I found this S-video to RCA at Amazon.com. I chose this cable because of the reviews it had received from previous consumers. It displays video very nicely on a SD CRT television but as the reviews stated, working or surfing the web from your computer over your television is too blurry with this cable. But, because I only wanted to watch Netflix movies on my television, this cable works out wonderfully. It is very easy to connect and its 12 foot length is a nice convenience. I would recommend this cable to anyone interested in the same type of application as mine but not to someone who wants to work on their computer or surf the internet on their TV.


svideo cable 25ft
Great purchase video and sound work great from computer to tv & stereo. Only, small glich was seller described cable as black and it was gray. I really didn't have a problem w/ this as I'm going to save about 5.00 a month on cable television bills. I'm really happy about this product.

Fujifilm NP-45 Lithium Ion Rechargeable Battery for Fuji Z & J Series Digital Cameras

Sunday, February 28th, 2010


How long to charge?
Charges in less than 3 hours.

How long it lasts?
This battery is rated at 740mAh. I usually shoot a lot of videos as well as 5 meg pictures with the Fuji J28. This battery lasts 1 to 2 days in pretty heavy sessions. Shelf life is excellent for Li-ions; so you can still use it almost fresh even after months of not using the camera.

Where it is made?
Battery is made in China

Fujifilm NP-45 Lithium Ion Rechargeable Battery for Fuji Z & J Series Digital Cameras



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Brand: Fuji
Model: Fujifilm NP-45 Battery
Release Date: 2007-09-19
Languages:
Original Language: English

Product Description:
Fujifilm NP-45 Lithium Ion Rechargeable Battery for Fuji Z & J Series Digital Cameras * Rechargeable Li-ion Battery that powers the FinePix Z10 FinePix digital camera.

Features: Rechargeable Li-ion Battery that powers the FinePix Z10 FinePix digital camera.
Available at Amazon
List Price: USD 59.99
Lowest Used Price: USD 4.99
Customer Reviews


Battery for Fujifilm J10
Everything went as promised, I had no problems with my order, and it was delivered as scheduled .


Fujifilm battery
A lot cheaper than buying equivalent battery by other battery manufacturers from the local stores.


works just like OEM, doubling your snap time!
I like cameras with special high powered battery packs, but I also realize that is a risk if I run out of juice. Having this as a second battery pack for my Fuji Z1 was very helpful to keep me going in times when my primary ran out of juice. That was a rare occasion, but when it happened, this keeps you going.


Great Battery
Battery life is equal to any other I've purchased. Comes with a soft carrying case to protect the battery while it isn't being used.

Panasonic VIERA S1 Series TC-L32S1 32-Inch 1080p LCD HDTV

Saturday, February 27th, 2010


Panasonic VIERA S1 Series TC-L32S1 32-Inch 1080p LCD HDTV


This is my first LCD TV, and I'm very satisfied. I did a lot of research even though I wasn't looking for a top line TV, and all in all I don't think I could've done better. Initially I used the RCA cables provided by my cable company to hook it up, and the results were good as far as picture quality, but the color needed quite a bit of tweaking, and I couldn't get it just right. When I got an HDMI cable for from Amazon, the results were dramatic. I put the color controls back to about where they came from the factory and now colors are vivid and accurate. This Panasonic is perfect for the amount of space I have for it. I have read much about poor sound quality from TVs this size, but I have no complaints. Utilizing the volume controls on the cable box OR TV to set a baseline, using the one remaining remote control (whichever you choose) results in a very satisfactory range of available volume. It's not home theater quality, and I will still plan on eventually getting a sound bar for movie viewing, but it can be quiet enough for normal viewing, and also be made quite loud to make up for occasional background noise made by appliances. I am very pleased with this choice.

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Brand: Panasonic
Model: TC-L32S1

Product Description:
32" LCD, 1080p, Contrast ratio 15,000:1,ISP Alpha Panel with 178 degree viewing angle, Motion Focus Technology
Amazon.com Product Description:
Panasonic's new VIERA S1 Series LCDs HDTVs feature impressive improvements in picture quality, and are just right for gaming and enjoying your favorite hi-def TV shows.

Ideal for gaming and enjoying your favorite
high-definition TV shows
Click to enlarge

With VIERA Tools, just press a button and access photos or movies from the menu screen

In Game mode, quicker image response increases the enjoyment of video games

Remote included, with VIERA Link capability

Motion Focus Technology
Even fast-moving scenes are displayed sharply and clearly. With a 60Hz video signal input, 120Hz Motion Picture Pro 3 makes 120 frames/sec from 60 frames/sec. This increases the frame count to allow natural frame-to-frame transitions, for smooth motion images with high resolution. VIERA also uses motion focus technology that greatly enhances resolution.

Wide Viewing Angle
The wide 178 viewing angle ensures clear images even when viewed from an angle. The backlight's wide transmission aperture enhances the contrast between light and dark, and improves motion-image response.

VIERA Image Viewer
It's easy to view full-HD images with the SD card slot. Watch and show your photos right after you take them. Simply insert an SD card into VIERA to display photos on the large screen.

You can also choose from among 3 types of background music and 4 display effects. It's much more fun when you can view them on a large-screen HDTV with family and friends in 1920 x 1080-pixel high definition and a wide 16:9 aspect ratio.

Fine Black Panel
Panel reflections have been reduced to half those of conventional panels, to sharpen images and reduce glare. This also helps to unify the panel design with that of the VIERA lineup.

VIERA Link
VIERA Link allows interconnected operation of various AV devices using only the VIERA remote control, by simply connecting the devices to each other by an HDMI cable.

VIERA Tools
With the new VIERA Tools user interface, simply press a button on the remote control and icons such as the photos or movies from the menu screen appear. Now you can just select the one you want. This kind of easy operation means you have more fun and less hassle.

Game Mode
In Game mode, quicker image response increases the enjoyment of video games when a game console is connected to the TV. What's more VIERA produces the dark images in video games more clearly. This mode works anti-image retention (wobbling) too.

Connections

  • SD Memory Card Slot (SDHC Compatible): 1 (JPEG playback)
  • HDMI Input: 3 (1 side)
  • Analog Audio Input (for HDMI): Yes
  • Composite Video Input: 2 (1 side)
  • S-Video Input: 1 (side)
  • Audio Input (for Video): 2 (1 side)
  • PC Input: 1
  • Component Video Inputs (Y, PB, PR): 1
  • Audio Input (for Component Video): 1
  • Digital Audio Output: 1 (5.1 ch)
  • Headphone Jack: 1

What's in the Box
Panasonic VIERA S1 Series TC-L32S1 32-Inch 1080p LCD HDTV, Remote Control and Batteries, Cleaning Cloth, Pedestal, Operating Instructions, Quick Start Gude, Product Registration Card, Customer Care Plan Card

Which Size HDTV is Right for My Room?

HDTV Size chart
With standard-definition TVs, the rule used to be that viewers would feel comfortable watching a set from a distance of 3 to 6 times the screen size in inches. With HDTV, the resolution is so much better that you can sit closer to a larger TV without noticing the pixels. So with HDTVs, the rule tends to be you can sit anywhere from 1.5 to 3 times the screen size (in inches) for the best experience. If you know the size of the room you have already, where you want to sit, and where your new HDTV should go once you get it, you can figure out the size HDTV you should get.
  • Minimum size = Viewing distance/3
  • Maximum size=Viewing distance/1.5


Features:
  • 31.5-inch LCD HDTV panel with full 1080p HD resolution
  • Motion Focus Technology reduces motion blur and improves resolution
  • Wide 178-degree viewing angle ensures clear images even when viewed off-angle
  • SD card slot and Viera Image Viewer make photo sharing easy
  • Four HD inputs: three HDMI, one component
Special Features:
  • VIERA Image ViewerTM
  • VIERA LinkTM
  • Aspect Ratio: 16:9
  • Visible screen size (W × H × Diagonal): 32" class (31.5 inches measured diagonally)
  • Speaker: 1-way 2 speakers slim under SP System
  • Audio Output 20 W [10 W + 10 W] ( 10 % THD )
  • Channel Capability: ATSC/NTSC (Digital/Analog) VHF/ UHF: 2 - 69, CATV: 1 - 135
  • Dimensions (W × H × D): Including TV stand: 31.5 × 21.7 × 8.6 (inches)
  • Dimensions (W × H × D): TV Set only: 31.5 × 20.2 × 3.7 (inches)
  • Weight: Including TV stand: 29.3 lb., TV Set only: 25.6 lb.
Available at Amazon
List Price: USD 799.95
Lowest Used Price: USD 449.99
Customer Reviews


Excellent choice
Although I was initially hesitant on this product given some of the reviews (particularly those pertaining to its usage as a computer monitor), I pulled the trigger and am certainly glad I did. The picture quality is fantastic and I haven't noticed any of the blurring from rapid-movement actions (such as video games). I can only come up with two complaints:
1) The sound comes out as slightly muffled. You get used to it; at this point I only notice when I compare it against my LG living room TV.
2) Amazon put this TV on sale precisely 3 days after I bought it! Not a complaint against the TV, obviously, just frustrating.


Great t.v. at a great bargain
I bought this t.v. during the special gold box one-day sale, and am quite pleased with my purchase. In the weeks I've had it so far it's proving to be an excellent t.v. even at the regular price, so at the price of 9 it was a spectacular bargain! The picture looks great, even on non-HD channels. I haven't hooked up a blu-ray player to it yet (this t.v. is in my bedroom and my blu-ray is in the living room) but regular DVDs with an up-converting DVD player look great. The sound, which many complain about, isn't great, but it's adequate, especially for bedroom viewing. It's a bit flat sounding, but it suffices, and is typical of flat panel t.v.s. Even a cheap surround system would make a difference if so desired.


Great TV for the Den or Bedroom
I purchased this on a "one-day" sale from Amazon and have used it for about 3 weeks. I have been very impressed with the picture and the features of the set.
One additional feature that I had not considered in the purchase was the SD Card slot for displaying photos. This makes my holiday photos look outstanding!
Even though I do have it connected through my receiver, I find that the built-in volume level perfectly adequate for the room (12' x 12') it is in.
I chose the 1080p resolution as a non-obsolescence feature but I do plan on upgrading to Blue-Ray shortly.
Overall, a great bargain at less than 0.


Great TV for the right price!
I love this TV the picture is amazing, it is definately one of the best TV sets I have ever owned, I am considering buying a second one for my father. THe price is great and I received my TV just 2 days after ordering it. The size of the TV is perfect for a bedroom, it even appears larger than other 32 inch models I have seen. I highly recommend this set.

Cables To Go Velocity Series 40315 HDMI Cable (Blue, 2 meters)

Wednesday, February 24th, 2010


Cables To Go Velocity Series 40315 HDMI Cable (Blue, 2 meters)


With the boom in HD devices and need to connect them to displays to see that HD quality, the number of cords can easily grow and the cost for most of these HDMI cables can be almost as much as the components you're looking to connect!

So having said that, I purchased this cord to give it a shot - couldn't hurt for the price i thought - and I am so glad I didn't spend the , 80 or even 120 for the monster cable alternative.

Maybe the higher-end brands are a couple of degrees better but for me, watching Blu-Rays or video from my laptop on my HDTV with this HDMI cable is excellent.

Buy with confidence.

Average Rating:
Brand: Cables To Go
Color: Blue
Model: 40315
Languages:
Original Language: English

Product Description:
Cables to Go's HDMI digital HDTV Velocity Series interconnects will provide a pure digital high-definition video, audio, and system control connection! Using HDMI-enabled components allows you to enjoy the purity of the original signal with no picture or sound degradation! Fully tested and absolutely guaranteed. Don't compromise your high-definition television signal; use the right interconnects! Impact Acoustics Velocity HDMI cables are the right choice when value and performance are the order of the day!Cable comes in Cables To Go signiture Blue, and ships in retail packaging.

Features:
  • Connectors: HDMI male to HDMI male
  • Fully shielded to provide complete immunity to environmental EMI and RFI
  • 24-karat gold-plated connectors ensure superior signal transfer
  • Digital video, audio, and intercomponent control signals in one connection
  • Ships in retail packaging
Special Features: nv:Cable Type^HDMI|Cable Length (Meters)^2 m|Cable Length (Feet)^6.5 ft|Cable Connector A^HDMI Male|Cable Connector B^HDMI Male|Connector Material^Gold Plated|Shielded^Yes
Available at Amazon
List Price: USD 29.99
Lowest Used Price: USD 5.99
Lowest New Price: USD 6.99
Customer Reviews


Exellent cable, exellent price
Cable work great. Really liked the price. I purchased 8 cables total and all worked. Installed on HDTVs.


Good inexpensive cables which work just fine for 1080P HDMI
As the title states, I am quite happy with my choice of these cables. My wife (who is not an engineer) was all conned by the BestBuy guys into buying the Monster cables for at least 8 times the price I paid here. I convinced her that even if we go wrong we wont loose much money - we can always buy Monster cables later.
But we didnt have to. The cables are working just fine on all 3 TVs - I bought 3 cables.

=HD Lover


Worth Much More Than I Paid
These cables work as well as those that cost three or four times more. I used them to connect my laptop to my TV and the resulting picture quality was outstanding.


hdmi cables
i think this was a great purchase for watching tv or a dvd movie from my laptop to my 25" monitor. thanks for such a low price.