SHARP LC-30HV6U 30-Inch 16:9 HD-Ready LCD TV
Average customer rating: 5 out of 5 stars
  • Compared to Sharp LC-30HV4U
  • Great Style TV
SHARP LC-30HV6U 30-Inch 16:9 HD-Ready LCD TV

Manufacturer: Sharp
ProductGroup: CE
Binding: Electronics

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Product Features:
  • 30-inch, high-definition widescreen TFT LCD monitor with 2 built-in cable TV tuners; 30.2 x 23.9 x 3 inches (W x H x D, without stand)
  • Wide XGA (1,280 x 768) resolution and high-definition compatibility (720p); Sharp's Quick Shoot technology improves response time
  • XGA PC input, 1 DVI digital-video input, 2 HD component-video inputs; front-panel inputs allow easy hookup with camcorders or game consoles
  • High 700:1 contrast radio, wide viewing angles (170 degrees h/v), high brightness (430 cd/m2) for vivid, detailed images
  • Detachable speakers, 10 watts per channel stereo sound

ASIN: B00014M3ZK

Product Description

The LC-30HV6U AQUOS Liquid Crystal Television combines a glossy, clear-coat finish with a widescreen 30" Advanced Super View panel that is HDTV-compatible (720p) and PC-compatible. The AVC System, a separate box that houses all terminal connections, minimizes clutter around the panel itself, preserving the clean look which is ideal for wall-mounting. The LC-30HV6U also includes a 1-Bit digital audio amplifier for superb sound.

Amazon.com Product Description

LCD screens have never been better--or more affordable. Make the move to widescreen, flat-panel elegance with Sharp's 30-inch, widescreen, HDTV- and PC-compatible LC-30HV6U Advanced Super View LCD television. Part of Sharp's stylish AQUOS line, the 1,280 x 768-resolution LC-30HV6U offers a 16:9 aspect ratio to match your favorite movies, as well as high-definition resolution (progressive-scan 720p). At a mere 3 inches deep, the set is perfect for wall mounting, though it comes with a table stand for desktop positioning. The set also includes detachable speakers with 10 watts per channel audio power from a 1-bit digital amplifier.

The Advanced Super View screen offers exceptionally wide (170- by 170-degree) viewing angles and an exceptionally high contrast ratio of 700:1 for super-black blacks. Its high brightness (430 cd/m2) ensures wide dynamic range for vivid colors, great depth, and realism. You can place it anywhere--near windows, doors, or other light sources--and its picture will remain vivid. And, with its 60,000-hour lamp life, the backlight life is long enough to give you viewing pleasure for many years. A built-in 181-channel tuner lets you plug your cable TV right into the LC-30HV6U and start watching.

Two-tuner POP (picture-on-picture) includes a pair of independent cable TV tuners so you can watch two programs side-by-side, or record one program while watching another. Sharp's proprietary Quick Shoot video technology optimizes the set's response time on fast-moving images.

Being too thin to house its many connections (13 inputs total, including a direct-digital DVI input, 2 high-definition component-video inputs, 4 each S-video and composite-video, and an XGA-resolution PC input), the LC-30HV6U comes with a stand-alone AVC System--a set-top box that houses all terminals, minimizes clutter, and preserves the panel's austere look. Choose from composite- or S-video outputs and an accompanying stereo analog audio output (left/right RCA) with selectable fixed/variable output levels, depending on your designs.

What's in the Box
LCD TV, detachable speakers, AVC system (set-top box with all terminals), AVC stand, 1 system cable, 2 AC power cords, 2 cable clamps, an RF video cable, a table stand, user's manual.

Customer Reviews:

5 out of 5 stars Compared to Sharp LC-30HV4U.......2004-10-21

NOTE: At present (Oct. 2004) the LC-30HV6U LCD TV should cost under $2500. Amazon was selling it for $2300 but now there seems to be a pricing error. I have notified Amazon.

Review:

The Sharp Aquos LC-30HV6U 30" LCD TV is an outstanding LCD TV. Like the other widescreen LCD TVs from Sharp, it represents the state-of-the-art in LCD television today.

Compared to the more popular (and more affordable at $400 less) LC-30HV4U model -- who the heck was the genius that came up with these silly model designations? -- the present 30HV6U model sports better technology. But for the most part, I feel the cheaper 30HV4U is a better bang for the buck, unless you absolutely want the best, in which case the extra $400 for this 30HV6U is well worth it.

- Better contrast ratio. 30HV6U's is 700 vs. 4U's 500.
- Faster response time. 6U is about 16ms realized vs. 4U's 25ms.
- 1-bit digital audio amplifier, which is absent in the 4U model. This technology recalls Kenwood's successful 1-bit DAC that revolutionized how CD music was processed a decade ago.
- Better speakers. Regardless, you should get your own hi-fi.
- Speakers are placed beneath the LCD panel, vs. the 4U's side-placed speakers, which I find more stylish and convenient. Both models' speakers can be detached.

Both models are HDTV-ready (native 720p), have DVI, and can be used as a PC or Mac monitor.

In short, the 6U model has a (slightly) better LCD panel. I say "slightly" because in real-world performance terms, the 4U is already very outstanding. If one had to rank LCD TVs on the market today, in each size segment, the 6U models are definitely #1, with the 4U coming in at a very close second. (Of course, if you work for another LCD TV maker, you may disagree. But me, Gadgester, is an everyday consumer and a relatively unbiased observer and follower of technology.)

Hope this quick review helps you somewhat. E-mail me with questions and I'll try to answer them.

5 out of 5 stars Great Style TV.......2004-10-18

Just bought this off pcmall.com. Though it took forever to rech me (8 weeks).. but was worth the wait. I would give it 10/10 in style.. it looks awesome. The contrast ratio is much more than the competitors 700:1.. makes a difference when u are watching a DVD.

Ifall you do is watch cable TV, dont be bothered by the contrast ratio.. An average set with 500:1 or 600:1 would be just as good. A less-known brand like SCEPTRE or MAXDENT is available in stores like costco for around 1600$ (30" or more).

I trust the brand name of sharp.. so paid 2200 for this one. Also, seems like SHARP is committed to be in the LCD display technology, the other brands like MAXDENT or VIEWSONIC seem to be scoping out the LCD TV market and I am worried that they might pull out of it eventually, leaving me with no support.

Hope this helps you all LCD TV enthusiasts..

Kingston 32MB CISCO 7500 SERIES-FL CARD
Average customer rating: Not rated
    Kingston 32MB CISCO 7500 SERIES-FL CARD

    Manufacturer: Kingston H. Corporation
    ProductGroup: CE
    Binding: Electronics

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    ASIN: B00006HYQ3

    Product Description

    Today the uses for Flash Memory are rapidly increasing. Flash Memory is ideal for dozens of applications, they all need a reliable and easy way to store and transport vital information. That's why Flash Memory has quickly become one of today's hottest storage technologies. Whatever your application, you can be sure that Kingston has a reliable, cost-effective Flash Memory product to meet your needs. Manufactured to exact industry standards, Kingston's Flash Memory cards are fully compatible with digital products that use Flash Memory technology.This flash memory is designed for Cisco 7500 Series (RSP4).

    Infoprint 1228n Color 28ppm2400iq 64MB A3 USB 10/100 Ps3 Pcl6
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      Infoprint 1228n Color 28ppm2400iq 64MB A3 USB 10/100 Ps3 Pcl6

      Manufacturer: IBM
      ProductGroup: CE
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      ASIN: B00006B8VP

      Product Description

      Boost your color printing capacity with IBM's fastest color workgroup printer, the Infoprint Color 1228, a member of the IBM Infoprint 1000 family. With superior color-dynamic LED technology, this flexible printing solution accommodates wide formats and delivers speed in both monochrome and color at an affordable price. Flexible networking options and robust driver support are equal to the challenges of an expanding workgroup environment. A great value in color printing!

      GE 29255GE2 Trimline Corded Phone (Black)
      Average customer rating: Not rated
        GE 29255GE2 Trimline Corded Phone (Black)

        Manufacturer: General Electric
        ProductGroup: CE
        Binding: Electronics

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        Accessories:
        1. RCA RC920 Wireless Phone Jack Extension RCA RC920 Wireless Phone Jack Extension
        2. RCA RC930 Caller-ID-Compatible Wireless Modem Jack RCA RC930 Caller-ID-Compatible Wireless Modem Jack
        3. Southwestern Bell FM112 Caller ID Unit (White) Southwestern Bell FM112 Caller ID Unit (White)
        4. Privacy Technologies TeleZapper Privacy Technologies TeleZapper
        5. AT&T 24101 Phone Splitter Cord AT&T 24101 Phone Splitter Cord

        Product Features:
        • Compact phone with 12-number memory dial
        • Flash function
        • 1-touch redial
        • Lighted keypad; contoured earpiece reduces noise
        • Desktop or wall mountable

        ASIN: B000051SED

        Product Description

        For over 100 years, what has remained constant is GE's dedication to change and progress. And that's what will keep the company growing over the next 100 years. From jet engines to power generation, from financial services to plastics, from television to medical imaging, GE people worldwide are dedicated to turning good ideas into products and services that make the world a better place.

        Amazon.com Product Description

        The compact GE 29255GE2 Trimline corded phone offers the most important conveniences for basic home or business telephoning. Along with the simple, essential features you look for, like a flash function and 12-number programmable memory, this model features a lighted keypad and a contoured ear piece to reduce noise interference. The handset provides adjustable ringer, volume control, and redial button. The unit is also hearing aid compatible. The lighted keypad with clear numerals makes dialing in the dark easier. Adjustable to tone or pulse dialing, the phone is suited for desktop use or for wall mount to save space. GE provides a one-year warranty on parts and labor.

        JVC RCBX30 Portable Boombox with remote
        Average customer rating: 3 out of 5 stars
        • Ok, for a start
        JVC RCBX30 Portable Boombox with remote

        Manufacturer: JVC
        ProductGroup: CE
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        2. Fellowes Nylon CD Wallet (224-Disc Capacity) Fellowes Nylon CD Wallet (224-Disc Capacity)
        3. Fellowes Nylon CD Album (320-Disc Capacity) Fellowes Nylon CD Album (320-Disc Capacity)
        4. Fellowes 128 CD Album Fellowes 128 CD Album
        5. CDProjects Steel CD Case Silver (60 Capacity) CDProjects Steel CD Case Silver (60 Capacity)

        Product Features:
        • CD player with 1-bit digital-to-analog converter
        • Cassette deck with automatic recording level and auto stop
        • 2 4-inch full-range speakers
        • Customize sound with preset equalization settings and bass boost
        • Comes with convenient remote control

        ASIN: B00004YJYH

        Product Description

        The RC-BX30 combines a slick new design with all the functionality features you need. The top-loading CD player has a 1-bit D/A converter repeat play and a very cool little remote. The front-loading cassette deck has automatic level control to make recording a breeze. Tone control and Bass Boost along with 3 preset equalization settings let you contour the sound to personal taste. A headphone jack provides privacy for late-night or back-seat jamming. AM/FM analog tuner pulls in all your favorite stations. The unit features 2Wx2 total power cranking out through 2 4 speakers with a bass-reflect design enhancing the lower frequencies. Friends will admire the unit s great looks featuring silver finish with translucent blue lens. Also included is detachable AC power cord.

        Amazon.com Product Description

        JVC's RC-BX30 portable boombox combines solid features with a stylish finish at an affordable price. Its single-disc CD player has a built-in 1-bit digital-to-analog converter, along with repeat play and a convenient remote. Its single-well cassette deck has an automatic level control for recording. You can set the sound to your liking with tone control, bass boost, and three equalizer presets. Two 4-inch speakers deliver full-range sound, and a headphone jack offers private listening.

        JVC backs the RC-BX30 with a one-year parts-and-labor warranty.

        Customer Reviews:

        3 out of 5 stars Ok, for a start.......2001-03-05

        This boombox was nice and portable, and has a pretty good sound system, but it wasn't digital, so that was a problem, since we are entering the high-tech age, but I would recomend it.

        Fibre San 16port Switch with 4 Sw Gbic
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          Fibre San 16port Switch with 4 Sw Gbic

          Manufacturer: IBM
          ProductGroup: CE
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          ASIN: B000067STO

          Product Description

          The IBM SAN Fiber Channel Switch offers your enterprise a key component to establish viable multiple-hosts SANs. This switch helps interconnect multiple-host servers with storage servers and devices to create the SANs. Now, enhancements to the Fiber Channel Switch improve management capabilities and provide support to extend distance solutions for your SAN.The IBM SAN Fiber Channel Switch is enhanced to enable improved management capabilities, and provide support for extended distance solutions. The new Fabric Watch feature improves the monitoring capabilities of key fabric and switch elements by allowing you to establish threshold settings for various measurement values and counters that will trigger notifications. The Remote Switch feature enables two FC Switches to interconnect across an ATM wide area network. The Extended Fabric feature supports FC Switch interconnections at distances up to 70 kilometers.

          HP Pavilion Celeron D 3.0GHz 512MB 160GB DVDRW w/XP Home
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            HP Pavilion Celeron D 3.0GHz 512MB 160GB DVDRW w/XP Home

            Manufacturer: Hewlett Packard
            ProductGroup: Personal Computer
            Binding: Personal Computers

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            Product Features:
            • Microsoft Windows XP Home Edition pre-installed w/COA
            • 3.0 GHz Intel Celeron D Processor
            • 512 MB RAM, 160 GB hard disk drive
            • DVDRW drive w/lightscribe
            • silver tower case

            ASIN: B000CS7RWY

            Product Description

            If you're a digital photographer, you'll appreciate this PC's ability to keep pace with your snapping, downloading, perfecting, and organizing. HP Pavilion a1110n Desktop PC is also great for music, movies, making and labeling DVDs and CDs... plus those basic tasks such as reading your e-mail.

            GRX700P6 P4/2200 1024MB-60GB DVD CDRW 16.1IN WXPP
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              GRX700P6 P4/2200 1024MB-60GB DVD CDRW 16.1IN WXPP

              Manufacturer: Sony Computer Peripherals
              ProductGroup: Personal Computer
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              Accessories:
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              2. Targus/Amazon Notebook Starter Kit Targus/Amazon Notebook Starter Kit

              ASIN: B00008MOOM

              Product Description

              Details are everything. But a keen eye can't compensate for a small monitor with limited resolution. Problem is, you're always on the go - meetings, presentations, out-of-town business trips. So you need the portability of a notebook with the large, high-resolution display and power of a desktop system.The Sony VAIO GRX700 Series notebook is a dream come true for professionals in or out of the office. An amazing 16.1" high-resolution LCD display and DVD make viewing your images or delivering memorable presentations easier than ever. The latest Mobile Intel Pentium 4 processor - M or a Celeron processor provides all the speed you'll ever need. And a hot-swappable bay for the optional CD-RW/DVD combo drive or optional second battery ensures you'll have plenty of power. The GRX700 Series: one look and the benefits are clear.

              Da-Lite Tensioned Ceiling Recessed HDTV 50" x 89" - Video Format 50" x 67" Multiple Aspect Ratio Home Theater Electric Screen with Pearlescent Fabric
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                Da-Lite Tensioned Ceiling Recessed HDTV 50" x 89" - Video Format 50" x 67" Multiple Aspect Ratio Home Theater Electric Screen with Pearlescent Fabric

                Manufacturer: Da-Lite Screen Company, Inc.
                ProductGroup: CE

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                Product Features:
                • Tensioned Dual Masking with Pearlescent fabric and 110 volt motor.
                • Dual Motor Multiple Aspect Ratio Electric Screen. View from HDTV to NTSC Format. Tab guide cable system maintains even lateral tension to hold surface flat while a custom slat bar with added weight maintains vertical tension.
                • Ideal for home theaters or where a variety of image formats are projected. Screen is tensioned for an extra flat surface for optimum image quality. Unique "step-back" masking design eliminates shadows. Second motor lowers and raises black masks into position to convert screen to different format.
                • Pearlescent is a non-supported vinyl fabric, offering a higher degree of reflectivity and brilliance without loss of image quality or resolution. This surface is a good choice when producing video images with a lower output projector and where there is a high amount of ambient light present. Gain 1.5 with a 40-degree viewing half angle.

                ASIN: B00028ESBW

                Product Description

                Da-Lite's Dual Masking electric screen was designed for the avid home theater enthusiast. Choose the Dual Masking that best suits individual viewing needs and preferences: Letterbox to video or HDTV to video format. View DVDs and HDTV broadcasts without losing image detail due to the inability to change aspect ratios. Available in both a tensioned and non-tensioned version with Da-Lite's exclusive "step back" masking system eliminating shadows, the Dual Masking will vividly enhance the home theater experience. Control options abound with optional low voltage control and networkable RS-232 availability for connected homes.

                Lacie d2 External 16x Dual-Layer DVD+/-RW Drive with FireWire/USB2.0 (Model 300920)
                Average customer rating: 3 out of 5 stars
                • I love all LaCie products... except this dud.
                • Works great on Macs and PCs
                • Poor performance, poor warranty repairs
                • Good experience so far
                • Not too reliable
                Lacie d2 External 16x Dual-Layer DVD+/-RW Drive with FireWire/USB2.0 (Model 300920)

                Manufacturer: Lacie
                ProductGroup: CE
                Binding: Electronics

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                1. LaCie PCI  Firewire400 card for Mac & PC, 3 ext and 1 int port ( 107355 ) LaCie PCI Firewire400 card for Mac & PC, 3 ext and 1 int port ( 107355 )

                Product Features:
                • Hi-Speed USB 2.0 and FireWire
                • Expansive 8.5 GB digital storage capacity
                • Multi-format DVD rewritable drive with double layer recording technology
                • 16x DVD±R and 4x DVD±RW drives in one
                • Compatible with Windows 98 SE, 2000, Me and XP; Mac OS 9.1 and Mac OS 10.1.2 or greater

                ASIN: B0002YF48M

                Product Description

                This universal drive delivers four DVD formats in a single, slim device. By combining DVD+RW and DVD-RW formats, the LaCie d2 DVD?RW Double Layer Drive delivers greater creative versatility by eliminating the need to choose one format over another. This combination drive is also capable of writing to CD and DVD formats, which are compatible with nearly all existing DVD-Video players. With new double layer DVD recording technology, the LaCie d2 DVD?RW Double Layer Drive can be used to store nearly twice as much data as current DVD media - 8.5GB on a single-sided DVD disk. Save up to 16 hours of VHS video, 4 hours of high-quality MPEG-2 DVD video or up to 8.5GB of data, audio or images. Record professional-quality, personalized DVDs with your LaCie d2 DVD?RW Double Layer Drive and the included authoring software. Import video and audio footage from your DV camcorder, arrange your sequences, and burn projects onto DVD or CD-Video disks. Completed DVDs can then be played back on virtually any DVD player to share among family and friends.Offering the fastest DVD record speed on the market in a slim, aluminum design, the LaCie d2 DVD?RW Double Layer Drive features 8x record speeds in DVD-R and DVD+R formats. This all-in-one rewritable drive also features FireWire and Hi-Speed USB 2.0 ports for easy connection to any Mac or PC, making it the most versatile drive available.

                Customer Reviews:

                1 out of 5 stars I love all LaCie products... except this dud........2006-08-07

                LaCie normally builds very reliable, high-quality products... I've never had one of their hard drives die on me (I just end up retiring them... anyone need a 700MB external scsi drive? By the way, they generally don't build the internal drive mechanisms, but use reliable brands like Quantum--- which I believe they bought-out.) However, this burner has been problematic since day one. It sporadically fails to burn discs at about a 30 to 40% failure rate, despite different name-brand (TDK, Verbatim, etc.) blank DVDs. Today, the drive stopped recognizing ANY media, stating "no disc" was present. I wish I had purchased a different drive. I've sent an email to LaCie and await their reply.

                5 out of 5 stars Works great on Macs and PCs.......2006-01-16

                This Lacie DVD burner has worked very well with my Macs (iBooks G3 and G4 and iMac G5) through the FireWire port. It burns a DVD in something like 8 minutes, either data DVD or video DVD, though I haven't tried with home made DVDs or iDVD, I have just tried copying video DVDs (movies) and it works great.
                I have burned data DVDs on a Pentium 4 PC WinXP through USB2 port and it works just fine, though not as fast as with FireWire. I have even used it to burn data DVDs through USB 1.1 port on my iBook G3 and it worked, though it took much longer, for obvious reasons. I haven't tried burning Dual-Layer yet.
                I really recommend this product, I really like that it has both FireWire and USB ports. I also like that it powers on/off when you connect/disconnect it to the computer.
                My only complain is that the tray button is a bit difficult to reach when the tray is open.

                1 out of 5 stars Poor performance, poor warranty repairs.......2005-11-27

                I've always had good luck with LaCie products, so purchasing the d2 dual burner seemed like a no-brainer. Boy, was I ever wrong.

                I've used this burner on Macintoshes and on Windows machines. I've used it with various versions of Toast and various other DVD-burning utilities, and tried various brands of DVDs. In all instances, it consistently fails to burn dual-layer DVDs without incuring fatal write errors. When burning standard DVDs, the failure rate is about 25 percent.

                Returning the DVD burner to LaCie for warranty repairs did no good. It still does not work, so I'm sending it back a second time.

                Maybe I bought a lemon. Perhaps other people have had better luck with this particular DVD burner, but I can tell you one thing, my previous love affair with LaCie products is over. I will never again buy another one of their products.

                5 out of 5 stars Good experience so far.......2005-08-27

                I have been very happy with this drive so far. I am a Mac user, and the installation experience was incredibly easy. I already had Toast Titanium installed, so all I had to do was plug the drive in and pop in a blank DVD. It literally took fewer than five minutes to unpack the drive and start burning my first disc. So far I've only burned to DVD+R and the burning has been fast and foolproof (no coasters yet!).

                I can't speak to how this would work with Windows, but for Mac users, I highly recommend this drive.

                2 out of 5 stars Not too reliable.......2005-05-21

                I've bought this drive from Amazon in January 2005. It's hooked up to a laptop in my house that functions as a file server, so the only purpose of that laptop is to accept the files and give me the capability to burn them to the DVD.

                The drive is a gamble to say the least. It seemed to work well with Sony DVD-R blanks, very few corruptions or errors during the process, but then after I tried Sony DVD+R and bought a whole bundle of Office Depot DVD+R blanks, things got worse.

                The Roxio software would complain about "Not a valid recordable media" in the drive, even though it was a virgin clean blank from the pack, the exact same pack that just had a workable disk yesterday. Sometimes I would get the "Unspecified error 0x01" roughly 3 hours during the burn process, which is extremely annoying (forgot to mention I hooked it to USB 1.1 port, so it doesn't function at 16x, but that's my fault). Other times it would be another "Transcoding error" and "Unspecified error" with trashed blanks.

                I'd say I get about 30-35 successful burns with this drive on a 50-disk DVD+R pack. The rest of the blanks have to go in the garbage. Lately I've installed Nero over Roxio software with its "useful" error messages and things seem to run smoother. This would be an okay performance from a no-name cheap Chinese drive purchased in a bin at Fry's, for brand-name Lacie drive the quality of both software and the hardware is quite low.

                Lexar Media 128 MB USB 12X High-Speed CompactFlash Card (CF128-12-251)
                Average customer rating: 5 out of 5 stars
                • Excellent card!
                • Works great so far...
                Lexar Media 128 MB USB 12X High-Speed CompactFlash Card (CF128-12-251)

                Manufacturer: LEXAR MEDIA INC
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                Binding: Electronics

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                Product Features:
                • Capture images faster, so you spend more time taking pictures and less time waiting on your camera
                • 12x speed (1800 KB/second transfer speed)
                • 128 MB capacity
                • 100% guaranteed compatible with any CompactFlash digital camera
                • Lifetime limited warranty

                ASIN: B00005U0HQ

                Product Description

                Today's megapixel cameras capture higher-resolution images than ever before, and the large image files they produce can make you wait to take the next picture. But there's less time waiting and more time shooting with Lexar Media's 8X digital film. Lexar Media's patented 12X technology (1.8MB/sec. transfer rate) records your images at highest speed available.Lexar has harnessed the speed and power of USB technology to provide an easy-to-use, low-cost image transfer solution for the digital photography enthusiast. Lexar's USB-enabled CompactFlash digital film and JumpShot connection kit let you quickly capture high-resolution images and easily transfer them to a PC or Mac through the USB port on your computer. There's no lengthy installation process - and no need for a separate card reader.

                Amazon.com Product Description

                Lexar Media's high-speed digital film helps your camera capture images faster, so you spend more time taking pictures and less time waiting on your camera. Lexar's CompactFlash cards are individually speed rated so you know the minimum capability of the card. Lexar uses the same rating system used by the CD-ROM industry, where a data transfer rate of 1x equals 150 kilobytes per second (KBps). The higher the speed rating, the faster your camera will be able to write images to the memory card.

                For professional shooters who need immediate confirmation they've captured the shot or who want to identify accurate exposure levels or bracketing range, Lexar's patented 12X speed (1.8 MBps) transfer rate makes the card ideal for fast-paced applications such as photojournalism, sports, and fashion. And Lexar's solid-state design provides reliability in harsh shooting environments, mandated by professionals throughout the world.

                The Digital Film Compliance seal assures you that your Lexar Media digital film is 100 percent compatible with your CompactFlash digital camera. It can also be used in all other digital devices that support the CompactFlash format, such as PDAs, video recorders, and MP3 players. All Lexar Media CompactFlash cards meet the CompactFlash Association's specifications and are marked with the CF+ symbol.

                Customer Reviews:

                5 out of 5 stars Excellent card!.......2003-09-05

                I wanted to buy the same brand card that came with my Nikon coolpix 2100 and I'm not disappointed. It works even better and faster with the camera and a 128 mb is a must.

                5 out of 5 stars Works great so far..........2003-01-27

                I got it sooner than I was supposed to with the free shipping and it works really well with my canon s230 digital elph. I also use this card with a card reader, the same brand. I picked this card because it was 12x. I know there are cheaper 128 cards, but my canon shoots 3 minute video clips if the card is fast enough to write the data, and this one is!
                Lexar Media 128 MB 12X USB CompactFlash Card (CF12812360)
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                  Lexar Media 128 MB 12X USB CompactFlash Card (CF12812360)

                  Manufacturer: LEXAR MEDIA INC
                  ProductGroup: CE
                  Binding: Electronics

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                  ASIN: B00005OMY2

                  Product Description

                  The photo capture speed, or "click-to-click time" with which one can take consecutive photographs is a critical component of photography. The primary factors affecting the capture speed are the speed of the camera processor and the write speed of the digital film (the time it takes to store an image to the digital film). As cameras with faster processing capabilities appear in the market, the sustained write capabilities of digital film will be the key metric for evaluating digital film speed. With advances in photo-resolution and the corresponding larger memory requirements, the speed with which film can write, and subsequently stored, will become increasingly more important.Lexar Media CompactFlash cards come in a variety of sizes making it easier for you to find the capacity that best suits your personal needs and best matches your camera's capabilities. No more worrying about whether your memory cards will work in your CompactFlash digital camera. All Lexar Media CompactFlash cards are 100% guaranteed to be compatible with your CompactFlash camera. Each Lexar Media CompactFlash card adheres to the specifications established by the CompactFlash Association. This is further assurance that your Lexar Media CompactFlash card will be compatible with digital cameras and other devices that accept CompactFlash cards.

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