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Apex AD-600A DVD Player
Manufacturer: APEX ProductGroup: CE Binding: Electronics Accessories:
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ASIN: B00004TKLW |
Product Description
The AD-600A sports a stylish and modern look and delivers a wide range of outstanding features. The most important buttons (open/close, stop, power, etc.) are on the face of the APEX; all other features are accessible via the remote. The DVD picture is crisp and clear, and the sound is exceptional. The greatest "extra" feature on the AD-600A is its ability to play CDRs filled with MP3 files. This allows anyone with a CD writer to playback audio CDs of 12 hours in length or greater on their APEX. Other than the oft-mentioned MP3 abilities, the APEX AD-600A has unique VCD and Karaoke features.Amazon.com Review
Thanks in part to Apex, DVD is now extremely affordable. Aside from being a great value, what separates the Apex AD-600A from most DVD players is its ability to play CD-R and CD-RW compact discs, including those recorded from downloaded MP3 files.The simple lines of this black box allow it to disappear into your home theater system. Its front panel is dominated by the blue LED readout above the disc drawer, with a power button, two microphone jacks, and twin-level controls to the left and six slanted oval function buttons to the right for open/close, play, stop, pause, skip reverse, and skip forward.
Connect with either composite-, high-performance S-Video, or state- of-the-art component-video cables for the ultimate picture. For the sound, simply run the left/right stereo cable to your receiver, amplifier, or stereo television's inputs, or connect a coaxial digital audio cable to your Dolby Digital/DTS decoder or audio-video receiver.
Once wired and powered up, the Apex AD-600A provides clear, basic graphics and icons to guide you through setup and operation. The owner's manual is comprehensive and easy to understand. Disc playback commences quickly and efficiently.
Image quality is excellent in all formats, and outstanding through component video, with a broad palette of vibrant colors. At times, the look is more like film than video. Textures and flesh tones are rendered in all their subtlety, and edges are clean and sharp. The only playback difficulty we encountered was on the seamless branching portions of discs with multiple versions of the same film on a single side, like The Abyss, where the movie would either stop or repeat a scene before proceeding.
The audio performance is equally impressive. Stereo music is crisp and powerful, and 5.1-channel movie soundtracks are amazing, with effortless reproduction even at high volume. This inexpensive player also offers the option of Digital Theater Systems (DTS) playback from appropriate discs, and the increase in detail, dynamic range, and overall punch make the investment in the necessary hardware and software worth your consideration.
This DVD player fully supports the CD-R (recordable) and CD-RW (rewritable) formats, as well as CDs containing compressed MP3 files, which allow 10 hours of tunes on a single disc.
The AD-600A is also a karaoke machine, so if you've never tried the popular sing-along, here's your chance. You'll need a microphone (two for duets, each with its own sound-level control knob) and a karaoke disc. Trust us; unleashing your inner lounge lizard is a blast, and a real icebreaker at parties.
In addition to the mike level controls on the front panel, there are also keys on the remote control to introduce vocal effects such as echo. The remote is the Apex owner's best friend, as its many well-organized keys put all of the AD-600A's advanced features at your fingertips with intuitive navigation.
The AD-600A provides picture and sound far better than any VHS VCR, and does so at a comparable price. It also provides access to all of the current wonders and extras of the DVD format, throwing in high-end features like 5.1-channel digital audio and component video, tech-friendly capabilities like MP3 decoding, and fun stuff like karaoke, too. All told, this DVD player doesn't seem like much of a risk.
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Amazon.com Product Description
The Apex AD-600A DVD player plays DVDs, audio CDs, and CDs recorded from MP3 music files. The player is PAL/NTSC-compatible and will play back DVD, CD, CD-R, and CD-RW sources.Audio capabilities include two-channel simulated surround sound and an MTS decoder, which filters out unwanted noises and enables the player to perform in stereo sound. Outputs for Dolby Digital 5.1 and DTS decoders are included. When connected to a capable stereo receiver, the Apex AD-600A will play any source in Dolby Digital 5-channel and DTS digital surround sound.
As a DVD/CD player, the Apex AD-600A features zoom control and up to 8x rewind/fast-forward. V-chip technology lets concerned parents monitor what their children watch. When it comes to MP3s, however, the Apex AD-600A lacks fast-forward or rewind options, and only supports eight-character file names. Shuffle play is supported in any mode.
Component output jacks maximize digital video source signals for full-color, high-resolution images. Standard audio-video and composite jacks are included. The Karaoke feature and two external microphone inputs let you belt out your favorite songs in front of an audience or in the privacy of your home. The remote control operates all of the Apex AD-600A's major functions. A one-year warranty covers parts and labor.
Customer Reviews:
Apex makes junk.......2005-03-17
Most hackeable units.......2004-01-29
The hacker types out there have even modified this player by adding an internal hard disk. Those interested in these mods should check the nerd-out dot com web site.
A Player That Is Fine.......2002-01-07
Although they are not as expensive as more know name brands like Sony and Panasonic, this DVD player is very dynamic for the price. It has all the usual features, plus one of the very first DVD players to have a guideline similar to the V-Chip on the latest television models.
Although Apex only makes DVD Players on the market, the first model that came out is well worth the buy. If you want to buy a DVD player that is very cheap, but not all that hastle, Apex has DVD players that are worth it.
Secret Bonus Menu for AD-600A:
1) Turn DVD player on, and make sure that the on-screen display says no disc.
2) Press "setup" button, and highlight preferences under the setup menu.
3)Once you've highlighted the preferences, press the "step" button on the remote control.
4)Then, press the "previous track" button, below the button marked "A-B".
5)Hit "Next Track" button, next to the previous track button.
After following these steps, you'll see a bonus "loopholes" menu on the display. On this menu, you can change the CSS Encryption, Macrovision, and Region I.D.
Great Player.......2001-11-25
Excellent Buy -- Even Without the Loophole Menu.......2001-11-11
For the uninitiated, the firmware chip is basically where the player stores its behavioral data, which dictates things like user settings, features, graphics, menu selections, and most importantly, in older versions of the 600A unit, it contained the elusive loophole menu!
What this all means, is that if I wanted to turn my DVD player into the version with the loophole menu, I need only burn the loophole-enabled firmware to a CD, place it in the CD tray, and press Close! A much better alternative to the loophole-enabled firmware, is to use a hacked version of the *latest* firmware which defaults to Region Free and Macrovion Off anyway, yet is free of many of the bugs that plagued the loophole-enabled version of the firmware (eg. seamless branching problems), plus it has RCE turned off.
For 600A units without FlashROM-enabled players (mostly US-based units), adding the hacked firmware is still pretty simple, but requires opening up your unit and replacing your EPROM with one that contains the "enhanced" firmware. You could do it yourself or pay somebody to do it for you, but it's much easier and cheaper to try to buy the Canadian version of the 600A in the first place (if you're lucky, sometimes you can find them on EBay, with the firmware CD included).
For the money, it's an excellent unit -- I know people who've paid $600+ for the Karaoke feature alone! (And have you *seen* what they charge for legit Region Free DVD players?!)
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Advent Heritage Series 2-Way Center-Channel Speaker (Single, Silver)
Manufacturer: Audiovox ProductGroup: CE Binding: Electronics Accessories: Product Features:
ASIN: B0002L599O |
Product Description
Audiovox became a pioneer in the wireless industry, selling its first vehicle-installed wireless telephones in 1984 as a natural expansion of its automotive aftermarket business. Its extensive distribution network and its long-standing industry relationships have allowed Audiovox to benefit from growing market opportunities in the wireless industry and to exploit niches in the consumer electronics business.PRODUCT FEATURES: 1" Soft Dome Tweeter; Freq. Response: 55Hz-30kHz; Nominal Impedance: 4-8 ohms; Sensitivity: 88dB; Recommended Power: 15-150 Watts; Video Shielded.Amazon.com Product Description
Designed to match all Heritage Series speakers from Advent in both look and sound, the Heritage center-channel speaker will also provide clear, natural sound when integrated with your existing left/right stereo speakers--a convenient way to ease into full-blown surround sound with the further use of a multichannel audio/video receiver handling power and surround processing.The 2-way speaker uses a pair of 4-inch woofers with a 1-inch soft-dome tweeter, delivering a broad frequency response of 55 to 30,000 Hz for natural-sounding voices and detailed, extended treble. The 4-to-8-ohm speaker can handle up to 150 watts of amplification, and it's designed to be extremely efficient and therefore undemanding of your power amplifier (its sensitivity is rated at 88 dB). Most amplifiers with a minimum power rating of 15 watts per channel will drive the speaker efficiently.
Advent recommends using standard 16-gauge speaker wire (or larger 14- or 12-gauge multi-stranded cable) for connecting this speaker.
What's in the Box
Center speaker, adhesive rubber feet, and a user's manual.
Customer Reviews:
Good value for money.......2006-07-05
Outstanding center speaker!.......2006-06-03
Best Center-Channel Speaker for your money!.......2005-04-14
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5180 1800lpm 52 Dba I Style Cabinet Unit Line Printer
Manufacturer: Genicom ProductGroup: CE Binding: Electronics ASIN: B000067TVL |
Product Description
When you have mountains of pages to print, nothing takes care of your workload like the Genicom 5180 series line matrix printer. With speeds up to a blistering 1,800 lines per minute, this workhorse makes short work of data processing, industrial graphics, multipart forms, mail labels, orders, and invoices. Genicom's legendary rugged design means you don't have to worry about downtime - even in the harshest environments. Paper out, paper jams, and ribbon sensors allow you practically fail-safe and unattended printing. Low-cost consumables, user-replaceable print heads, and maintenance-free operation keep cost of ownership low.Choose from a wide variety of models. All models come standard with IEEE 1284 parallel and RS232/422 interfaces as well as IGP/QMS graphics languages. Two additional I/O slots are present in each unit, where optional, easily installed Ethernet, Token Ring, and IBM twinax/coax connectivity solution cards may be added. These I/O slots provide for your current and future networking needs. With hot port switching between all ports, flexible paper handling, and numerous choices in emulations, it's easy to find the right model for your application. The 5180 series is among the first line printers to take advantage of Genicom's newest Intelliprint controller architecture, which protects your investment by allowing fast, easy upgrades as your network connectivity requirements evolve. Pluggable I/O modules can be installed in a matter of minutes, and printer firmware flash ROM is updateable with each printer individually or via your network. Compatibility with Genicom's well-known 4000 Series line printers and compatibility with other industry printer emulations provide universal system plug and play.
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16xdvd-48x24x48 Cdrw Sony Bulk w/ Soft
Manufacturer: SONY ProductGroup: CE ASIN: B00062I2WK |
Product Description
Sony 16X DVD Read Only 48X24X48 CDRW with software Warranty: 1 YEAR
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15IN LCD Tv HD Ready Builtin Side Speakers
Manufacturer: BUSLINK ProductGroup: CE Binding: Electronics Product Features:
ASIN: B000FCT9YQ |
Product Description
Buslink 15" HD Ready LCD TV features a slim design with a big screen performance. The cutting edge high contrast display accepts the latest in audio, video and computer connections. Lightweight, small footprint and built in handle makes it ideal to move to any room in the house.Customer Reviews:
i like it.......2007-01-05
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19 In Blck LCD 1280X1024 LCD 19 In Speaker 1000:1 8MS
Manufacturer: EIZO ProductGroup: CE Binding: Electronics ASIN: B000ET8QBW |
Product Description
Fast response times, enhanced audio capabilities, and an original ergonomic stand make this monitor ideal for multimedia applications such as gaming, DVD viewing, and video editing as well as 3D wireframe CAD.
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5100fs 1000lpm with Zero Paper Tear Closed Ped Choke Line Printer
Manufacturer: Genicom ProductGroup: CE Binding: Electronics ASIN: B000067TVY |
Product Description
Printing at up to 1000 lpm, the GENICOM 5050 and 5100 printers are designed for rock-solid reliability, even in the most demanding applications and environments. GENICOM's legendary rugged design means you don't have to worry about downtime - even in the harshest environments. Paper out, paper jams, and ribbon sensors allow you practically fail-safe and unattended printing. Low-cost consumables, user-replaceable print heads, and maintenance-free operation keep cost of ownership low. Choose from a wide variety of models. All models come standard with IEEE 1284 parallel and RS232/422 interfaces as well as IGP /QMS graphics languages. Two additional I/O slots are present in each unit, where optional, easily installed Ethernet, Token Ring, and IBM twinax/coax connectivity solution cards may be added. These I/O slots provide for your current and future networking needs. With hot port switching between all ports, flexible paper handling, and numerous choices in emulations, it's easy to find the right model for your application. The 5050 and 5100 are among the first line printers to take advantage of GENICOM's newest Intelliprint controller architecture, which protects your investment by allowing fast, easy upgrades as your network connectivity requirements evolve. Pluggable I/O modules can be installed in a matter of minutes, and printer firmware flash ROM is updatable with each printer individually or via your network. Compatibility with GENICOM's well-known 4000 Series line printers and compatibility with other industry printer emulations provide universal system plug and play.
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2.5" External Mobile Solution with 4200RPM 100GB One Touch OS Backup USB 2.0
Manufacturer: Cavalry ProductGroup: CE Binding: Electronics Similar Items: Product Features:
ASIN: B000CBSTXC |
Product Description
Cavalry CAUH24100 is a 2.5" external module solution.PRODUCT FEATURES:100GB notebook drive in USB 2.0 Case, 2MB Buffer, 4200rpm;Compatible with USB 1.1;480Mb/sec maximum transfer rate;Power Source - USB Bus Power, DV 5V ? 5%, 500ma;Self-powered jack;Copying utility supports Windows OS;Compatible OS: Windows 98/98SE/ME/2000/XP, Mac OS 9.x/10.x or higher, Linux Kernel versions 2.4 or later;Aluminum case.Customer Reviews:
Safe and sturdy!.......2006-04-22
1 Sec Backup Files / 2 Sec Backup OS.......2006-01-10
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256 MB Skullcandy Blunt MP3/WMA/FM Player
Manufacturer: Skullcandy ProductGroup: CE Product Features:
ASIN: B0000U7J2W |
Product Description
THIS IS MUSICAL DOPE!!! The latest mp3 player from Skullcandy WOW! Finally a cool MP3 player that isn't a brick in my pocket, In fact, you don't even know it's on you. It comes with a lanyard to wear it around your neck and it is still smaller than Rappers jewelry. However, it is packed with tones of cool features like: FM tuner, voice recorder (or what ever you want to record and e-mail to your friends), FM recording, direct encoding (device to device or even into your guitar to record your Van Halen licks), and best of all, direct USB connection. This is a great external storage device. Load pictures, school or work documents, songs, books on tape, whatever! Hey, it's only memory! Then you can download them on to any computer, for file sharing fun! But wait that's not all! The unit comes pre-loaded with tunes from VOLCOM entertainment! For free! It is powered by one AAA battery that lasts for 12 hours. (I use two re-chargeable AAA and keep one in my pocket so I can run the thing non-stop). It is super easy to navigate (don't need a thick manual for it) and fun to use. So don't buy a brick with bad battery life (that goes out on you while you are out having fun and you have to wait till you get home to recharge the thing) and is loaded with a ton of songs you are sick of anyway. Get something you will use everyday with songs on it you can't wait to hear! Finally someone got it right!!
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2-Way Radio battery for Alinco DJ-S40, S40T
Manufacturer: Hitech ProductGroup: CE Product Features:
ASIN: B0002I9IWG |
Product Description
Fits Alinco 2-way radio model # DJ-S40 and S40T.
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Digi Portserver 16 RJ45 Terminal Server
Manufacturer: DIGI INTERNATIONAL ProductGroup: CE Binding: Electronics ASIN: B00005168I |
Product Description
The Digi PortServer terminal servers are a complete product line providing entry level terminal server and advanced terminal/communications server functionality for TCP/IP net-works. The family is made up of the highly successful PortServer and PortServer II. The PortServer is an entry level terminal server that allows you to connect clusters of eight or 16 high-speed serial ports to any TCP/IP Ethernet network. It supports asynchronous terminals, modems, printers and other serial devices and is hardware independent, allowing users to access any type of networked server supporting TCP/IP. The PortServer II communications server supports all of the features of the PortServer plus higher performance, configuration expandability from 16 to 64 ports, and extensive network management and security features. Additionally, the PortServer II supports dial-up and LAN-to-LAN connections for TCP/IP remote access to your corporate LAN or the Internet over Frame Relay and analog lines. The Digi PortServer Family gives system administrators a new level of control over networked resources. That's because Digi's RealPort software provides local serial port functionality (Real TTY) as well as incoming and outgoing Rlogin and Telnet sessions on each port. And with Digi's RealPort driver for Windows NT, which provides native COM ports, users can attach serial devices and transparently use them as if they were directly connected to the Windows NT server. These locally administered, "hardware style" ports allow much greater control. This technology allows the PortServer product line to provide a seamless integration of local and remote access terminals, modems and printers into industry-standard TCP/IP Ethernet networks.
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Digi 70001742 PortServer TS16 Terminal Server
Manufacturer: DIGI INTERNATIONAL ProductGroup: CE Binding: Electronics Product Features:
ASIN: B00006SCKY |
Product Description
The AccelePort Xp was designed to further enhance multi-user (retail point-of-sale, industrial control processing, data collection and office automation) and Remote Access Service (RAS) implementations. The AccelePort Xp adapter, available from two to 16 high-speed serial ports, provides wide application flexibility and superior CPU utilization. This is achieved through the adapter's Application Specific Integrated Circuit (ASIC), which is built around an 80 MHz RISC processor, providing the most advanced and highest performing design on the market today. And, unlike the competition, the AccelePort Xp communicates at 921.6 Kbps, bi-directionally, on each and every serial port with low latency.The AccelePort Xp comes in a wide array of DB-9, DB-25, and RJ-45 connector options that include fan-out cables, external I/O boxes, and rack-mountable chassis. These options connect to the adapter using a SCSI HD-68 connector, reducing cable clutter and increasing connection reliability. PortAssist Manager, Digi's new Web browser-based management and reporting software, is another great feature that allows the AccelePort Xp to perform basic diagnostics, enhanced network administration and monitoring across all supported operating systems. With the introduction of the AccelePort Xp, Digi has once again set a new standard in the asynchronous communications adapter market. Its excellent throughput, unrivaled feature set, high reliability, quality and ease of installation make this product an ideal solution for all your communication needs.The Acceleport Xp ?future proofs? your application to meet your end-users? growing needs:Wide range of scalability, including 2-, 4-, 8 and 16-ports;Simultaneously supports data speeds of 921.6 Kbps, bi-directionally on all ports;Bus master design minimizes CPU utilization;Universal Bus Slot support for both 3.3V and 5V;Wide array of the latest operating system drivers.
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DIGI PORTSERVER TS RJ-45 - TERMINAL SERVER - 16 PORTS 10/100 RJ45 - RS-232
Manufacturer: DIGI INTERNATIONAL ProductGroup: CE ASIN: B00006HTYK |
Product Description
The Digi PortServer Family of terminal servers provides network connectivity over TCP/IP for any serial device. The family supports application requirements from two to 64 ports. The versatile PortServer TS product can attach any serial device to the Ethe
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Digi Intl. PORTSERVER II TERMINAL-COMM SRV W/16 RJ45 PT INT ( 70000902 )
Manufacturer: DIGI INTERNATIONAL ProductGroup: CE Binding: Electronics ASIN: B00006HT5Z |
Product Description
The Digi PortServer Family of terminal servers provides network connectivity over TCP/IP for any serial device. The family supports application requirements from two to 64 ports. The versatile PortServer Family of PortServer TS and PortServer II products can attach any serial device to the Ethernet. These products are ideal for console management of server farms, hubs, routers and PBXs, as well as connecting terminals to database applications such as travel reservations and information services. The PortServer Family is also a smart solution for kiosk management applications and small ISPs. The PortServer II high-performance communications server includes all of the features of the PortServer TS plus expandability to 64 ports and extensive network management and security features. In addition, the PortServer II supports dial-up and LAN-to-LAN connections for TCP/IP remote access to your corporate LAN or the Internet over Frame Relay and analog lines. The PortServer II is available in both desktop and rack mount versions.Electronics: