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Konka KD1800 DVD Player
Manufacturer: Konka ProductGroup: CE Binding: Electronics Accessories:
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ASIN: B00004U54C |
Product Description
Marketing description is not available. Please refer to the manufacturer web site for any updated marketing information.Amazon.com Review
About 50 years ago, an up-and-coming Japanese company was greeted with great skepticism when it decided to compete with the giants that once dominated consumer electronics manufacturing. Today, a fairly unknown Chinese company, which has been manufacturing consumer electronics products for 20 years, is about to change America's perception of the words "Made in China."The name is Konka, and judging from its debut DVD player, the company has done its homework. The KD-1800U is extremely well made. In fact, it weighs 10.5 pounds--roughly four pounds more than competing models. Although weight isn't necessarily a barometer of good build quality, if you're attracted to metal, you'll love the KD-1800U, which has a solid aluminum faceplate wrapped around a metal chassis lid.
Although the KD-1800U admittedly stands out like an overzealous star amid our other audio-video components, which are all dressed in standard black, we found its brushed-aluminum design to be very cool.
The KD-1800U's silver finish is prone to reflecting light, but Konka still seems to have learned what many other manufacturers have forgotten: big, bright display lights are a distraction when you're watching a movie in a darkened room. Konka uses small, faint-blue LCDs to display disc information such as chapter, track, and elapsed time. An unobtrusive red DVD logo appears in the center of the display, while a tiny green standby button resides in the left corner.
Front-panel controls include open/close, skip forward, skip back, play, pause, and stop, along with a power button that rests flush when engaged. Unlike some front-panel buttons that feel like they're going to fall off if you jiggle them too much, Konka's controls are strong and reliable. The shiny silver disc tray opens and closes smoothly, with no hesitation.
Glancing at the back panel, we were delighted to see the presence of both coaxial and optical digital audio outputs, enabling us to use our preferred coaxial digital cable for DVD playback, while simultaneously connecting the player to an outboard digital-to- analog (D/A) converter for music listening.
Although the KD-1800U doesn't have component-video outputs, we have no qualms with this omission, given the fact that most consumers who are searching for a bargain DVD player don't own TVs with component-video inputs. Konka did include an S-Video input, however, so most home theater enthusiasts should be pleased with the KD-1800U.
Another, perhaps less forgivable, omission is the lack of DTS-compatibility. Depending on your point of view, this is either a gross oversight or a wise decision. We think it's smart, given our experience with several DVD players under $200 that carry the Digital Theater Systems logo but are unable to satisfactorily pass the DTS signal onto an audio-video receiver. Kudos to Konka for playing it safe and recognizing that most consumers shopping in this price range will not fret at the absence of DTS compatibility.
Since all DVD videos are encoded with Dolby Digital audio tracks, the KD-1800U is compatible with virtually all of the movies and concert videos that are available on DVD today. Indeed, Konka's player performed flawlessly on all the discs we played--from action flicks to high drama to U2's Rattle and Hum rockumentary. Although the KD-1800U doesn't offer any video-enhancing circuitry, such as black level expansion, we were satisfied with the player's ability to produce accurate images on our 54-inch rear-projection TV. Contrast levels, colors, and image depth were impressive during both daylight and night viewing, with no digital artifacts or other anomalies that could be attributed to the player's video decoder.
In 5.1-channel Dolby Digital, the KD-1800U's audio D/A converters were equally impressive. Channel separation from center to left and right was detailed, while the surround signal steered its way effortlessly around the room. On music CDs, the KD-1800U was able to reproduce the audio spectrum--from the highest highs to the lowest lows- -better than most DVD players we've heard. Granted, Toshiba and Sony DVD players still reign supreme when it comes to offering exceptional D/A audio converters, but the Konka KD-1800U is the best music machine we've auditioned in this price range.
When it comes to ergonomics, Konka has demonstrated that it understands consumers. The remote control isn't fancy, but it's very intuitive. The select button and navigation arrows are located in the center of the remote, where they're easy to access with a thumb. Stop and play buttons are located just above the select button. A door slides open on the bottom of the remote to load the batteries. It also reveals a setup button, which gives you quick access to the player's most important functions, such as choosing Dolby Digital 5.1 audio and selecting the screen's aspect ratios (4:3 standard, 16:9 widescreen, or 4:3 letterbox). Konka also includes a return button, so you can get out of the setup menu with ease.
The power and eject buttons are isolated at the top of the remote, where they're easy to find, and disc skip, fast-forward, and rewind buttons are clustered together near the upper-left corner. A subtitle button enables you to glide through the options available on a given DVD, while an on/off button makes it easy to get rid of the subtitles if you fail to deactivate them when you start the disc.
The onscreen menus are distinguished by very large letters that are super easy to read--just one of the many thoughtful features that make the KD-1800U a tremendous bargain.
Other rare features include the ability to connect the player to NTSC or PAL TVs, the ability to play CD-Rs, the ability to play DVDs encoded with up to eight audio tracks (including Chinese, of course), and the ability to display up to 32 subtitle languages--from Afar to Zulu. (The audio language and subtitle features are dependent on whether the disc itself offers these options.)
In summary, Konka's KD-1800U is a well-built, attractive, and extremely affordable DVD player that incorporates all of the most important features you'll need for a basic home theater system. --Eric Gill
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A great value player may suffer from fatal power flaws.......2000-08-05
It has a very low price with a lot of features that you only see on the more expensive units (S-video, multi angle options, etc.). One of the player's great strengths is its ability to play CD/VCD/CD-R The DD 5.1 seems right on target, but it is not DTS compatiple.
BEWARE: After asking friends and people at work, I have come to question its initial performance. It seems some players have been equiped with a 300MA fuse which blows easily instead of a 350MA one.
I found that the first batch of units had a power supply problem where the player would suddenly stop working, usually with a DVD in it. Konka USA will replace those units free of charge, or you can fix it yourself by replacing and power supply fuse with correct type. Regardless of the fuse, the unit generates a lot of heat. But it seams like the units on sale by Amazon are new enough that the problem has been fixed. I price is an issue and you are not sure about buying a DVD player from an unknown manufacture, try some by Phillips or RCA. Otherwise, spend an extra [money] to get a reliable player.
Hope this helps.
Full Marks For The Konka KD1800.......2000-07-19
Hands down - best player under 300 bucks!.......2000-07-06
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Black GEM 19".294 LCD Flat Panel w/ SPK
Manufacturer: GEM ProductGroup: CE ASIN: B00062I2SE |
Product Description
Product Specifications: LCD- Type: SXGA TFT- Size: 19"- Pixel Pitch: 0.294mm- Resolution: 1280 x 1024- Viewing Angle: 170°/170°- Contrast Ratio: 500:1- Brightness: 250 cd/m²- Response Time: 15mS (Rising), 10mS (Falling)- Colors: 16.7 Million Signal- Video: R.G. B Analog 0.7V Peak-to-Peak- Sync: Separate- Frequency: 31.47K- 80Khz (H) 60-75Hz (V) Connector- Analog: 15Pin Mini D-sub- Digital: YES- DVI- Audio: YES 1/8" stereo Power- Voltage: Universal 90-240V, 12V/ 80W- Consumption: 45 W (MAX) 3W Power Saving Controls- Physical: Power Switch, Menu, Select (Up, Down), Auto-Adjustment- On Screen Display OSD: Auto-Adjustment, Contrast, Brightness, Clock, Phase, H-Position, V-position, Color Temperature, Volume Mechanical Adjustment- Tilt (U) 20°/ (D) 5° Multimedia- Internal 2W speakers VESA Wall Mountable: Yes Display Area- WxH Metric: 376.32 x 301.056 mm- WxH English: 14.81" x 11.85" Dimensions- LxWxH Metric: 444 x 426 x 215 mm- LxWxH English: 17.48" x 16.77" x 8.46" Weight- Gross/ Net- 14Kg/ 13Kg- 30.8Lbs/ 28.6Lbs Power Management: VESA DPMS Operating Conditions- Temprature: 32°- 113° F/ 0° to 45° C- Humidity: 10-85% non condensing Storage Conditions- Temprature:-4° to 140° F/-20° to 60°- Humidity 10-95% non condensing Regulatory: FCC-B, CE, UL, TUV(4/ E) Warranty: 3YR/1YR OTC/2YR LTD
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19" Gem Lcd Flat Panel Monitor
Manufacturer: gem ProductGroup: CE ASIN: B00061NRNK |
Product Description
Includes Built In Speakers! Features Analog & Digital Inputs! This GL-190Z2 with a 19.0" TFT LCD display is very nice!
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GEM 19" LCD Monitor
Manufacturer: GEM ProductGroup: CE Binding: Electronics Product Features:
ASIN: B0007V27YE |
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Solid performance for the price.......2007-01-31
Great Deal for the Price.......2006-11-06
Nice Monitor.......2005-11-14
don't be fooled .......2005-09-09
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EPSON(T486011) Ink Jet Cartridge, Stylus Pro 5500, Black
Manufacturer: Epson ProductGroup: CE ASIN: B00094CSTS |
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EPSON(T486011) Ink Jet Cartridge, Stylus Pro 5500, Black
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Ink Jet Cartridge, Stylus Pro 5500, Black (EPST486011)
Manufacturer: Epson America ProductGroup: Kitchen Product Features:
ASIN: B000RLIGZI |
Product Description
Item #: EPST486011. Stylus Replacement Ink Jet Cartridges
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Canon BCI-21C S200 Color Mse Compatible
Manufacturer: MSE ProductGroup: CE Binding: Electronics ASIN: B0009FUY2A |
Product Description
Micro Solutions Enterprises is a leading manufacturer of compatible toner cartridges, completing the line of its printer consumables. MSE's focus on quality consistently drives the company to deliver excellent service and value with all of its product lines, making it the number one choice for all your toner cartridge needs.This product is designed for Canon S200, 300, 330, i320, i455, i475D, MultiPass MP360, MP370 .For a complete compatibility list please refer to the original manufacturer's web site.
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D'zign Digital Video Camera - DV5
Manufacturer: NHJ ProductGroup: Photography Binding: Electronics Product Features:
ASIN: B0009MI01A |
Product Description
Unlike conventional videotape, you will not accidentally take double images or erase important data with the D'zign DV-5. Of course you can immediately playback data from the position you wish to see. There is no need for troublesome operations such as fast-forward or rewind.In addition, the large capacity hard disk drive allows for long recording times, unlike flash memory recording media. The D'zign DV-5 can store a maximum of 3 hours and 14 minutes of video recording, 10, 699 still images, and 68 hours of voice recording. Digital cameras with hard disk drives are becoming the standard by which all other digital cameras are judged.Customer Reviews:
Great Idea - Hope for firmware update.......2006-02-16
Pretty neat toy for the price.......2005-12-28
You get what you pay for.......2005-11-30
It works but I'm very disappointed.......2005-11-20
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Cabletron Flowpoint 2200-16 Sdsl Bridge/ Router For
Manufacturer: Cabletron ProductGroup: CE Binding: Electronics ASIN: B00005152F |
Product Description
The FlowPoint 2200 SDSL Router is ideal for small businesses, remote and branch offices, home offices, and telecommuters that require high-speed Internet and corporate access. It's perfect for high-speed Internet and Intranet applications such as Web-based research, video conferencing, network-gaming, and large Email attachments. And because it's always on, you can say goodbye to dialup fees and busy signals.Setting up the FlowPoint 2200 is fast and easy with its Windows -based Quick Start program. The FlowPoint Router assigns network addresses to LAN-attached workstations without user intervention using the built-in Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP) server. The IP address assignment is automatically handled through PPP or DHCP requests over the DSL link. The FlowPoint 2200 uses a fast 33 Mhz Motorola MPC850 processor and has plenty of memory to support the FlowPoint Secure VPN and Firewall option. The Router activates at speeds ranging from 160 to 2300 Kbps depending on the distance and the equipment in the Central Office. Get your office flying on the Internet today with the FlowPoint 2200.
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Creative Labs Dual-Mode PC-Cam 550
Manufacturer: Creative Labs ProductGroup: CE Binding: Electronics Product Features:
ASIN: B00007FGXO |
Product Description
Creative PC-CAM 550 gives you webcam functionality and digital camera mobility for a price that's easy on your wallet. Looking for a powerful, but compact dual-camera? The Creative PC-CAM 550 offers you exactly that. Use the PC-CAM 550 to chat with the extended family or friends network via the built-in webcam at your home PC computer, and when it's time to go mobile, grab the PC-CAM 550 for digital portable convenience. Day or night, the PC-CAM 550 won't miss a shot with its auto strobe flash and PhotoSafe memory.Customer Reviews:
WeLl, It WoRkS! WiTh Me!.......2003-10-15
Does not work with XP!.......2003-04-24
Not very convincing.......2003-04-11
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Cobra microTALK PR4200-2WX - Two-way radio - FRS/GMRS - 22-channel (pack of 2 )
Manufacturer: Cobra ProductGroup: CE Binding: Electronics Product Features:
ASIN: B0002MSR06 |
Product Description
Staying in touch with your family and friends is convenient and easy when using your microTALK radio. Some of the many uses you will discover include: communicating with others while hiking, biking, and working; keeping track of family and friends at a crowded public event; checking with travel companions in another car; talking with neighbors; arranging meeting spots with others while shopping at the mall.
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Casio Portable Keyboard Bench (Pbench)
Manufacturer: CASIO ProductGroup: CE Binding: Electronics Similar Items:
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ASIN: B0001ACMXW |
Product Description
Professional-style, portable bench is especially designed for comfortable use with Casio Musical Keyboard InstrumentsCustomer Reviews:
Nice portable bench.......2007-03-22
Bench.......2007-01-29
Just return my money.......2007-01-26
Serves its' purpose.......2006-08-16
Perfect fit.......2005-12-29
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