JVC DR-MX1S DVD Player/Recorder, Hi-Fi VCR, and Hard Disk Recorder

Product Description

JVC DR-MX1S Hard Drive / DVD / VHS Recorder Player Live Memory (HDD) and Live Memory Dubbing (HDD to DVD) Simultaneous Recording and Playback (HDD) High Speed Dubbing (Max. 24x) (HDD-->DVD) Playlist-based Editing (HDD-->DVD) Has iLINK Connection (DV Input) for HDD RetroActive and Relief Recording (HDD) Bit Rate Optimizer for the best dubbing quality from HDD to DVD Animated Thumbnail with Audio on HDD/DVD Navigation (DVD-RAM/DVD-RW (VR Format)) Super MPEG Post-Processor - Block Noise Reduction Circuit, Color DigiPure and Hadamard Noise Reduction System VCR Plus+, Record Link (HDD), On-screen Calendar Programming JVC Multi-Brand TV/DVD/DBS Compatible Remote Control High-bit/high-sampling (10-bit/54MHz video D/A converter) 192kHz/24 bit Audio D/A Converter Front AV Inputs Resume Function (30-Disc/bookmark) Optical PCM Digital Audio Output 1-Month/ 8 Event Programmable Timer Auto Clock Set and Active Channel Memory JVC USA 1 Year Parts, 90 Days Labor Warranty Unit Size WHD - 17 x 4 x 15

Amazon.com Product Description

The JVC DR-MX1S is a versatile, all-in-one video recorder for people who work with a variety of recording formats. Equipped with a DVD burner, hi-fi VCR, and 80 GB hard drive, the unit lets users record content to any of the three types, or dub from existing DVDs, videocassettes, or digital files to other formats. The technology is a must for digital video enthusiasts and anyone else who shares video files, as the multiple options meet virtually every recording need. The device also handles playback duties, using its onboard video processor to enhance images for improved resolution.

The versatility of the DR-MX1S extends to other areas, inviting people to choose between DVD-R and DVD-RW discs for recording, or between analog and iLink FireWire inputs for connecting to a DV camcorder, external VCR, computer, or other device. The recorder also offers 24x dubbing for quick copying, along with space for up to 36 hours of TV programming. Additional features include intelligent dual-path encoding, a Super MPEG pre- and postprocessor, an advanced DVD library database, and animated thumbnails. Busy users will appreciate the live memory feature, which lets them play and record footage at the same time.

What's in the Box
DVD recorder/VCR/hard disk recorder, remote control, two batteries, user's manual.

Customer Reviews:

Quirky, weird machine that has some good qualities..........2007-02-11

All the problems other reviewers have listed here, I have experienced as well. When I first tried to insert a VHS tape - it wouldn't turn on or auto-insert and naturally the tape stuck in the machine. I got this as a refurb and I wasn't about to pay anything more than I already had ($375) - so I wrestled with the tape, got it out then repeated the exercise many frustrating times. Finally, for no discernable reason, the machine came to life and I haven't had that problem since. The manual is, to say the best, obtusely written and damn near impossible to follow. If you depend on a cable converter - you will NOT be able to watch one show and record another at the same time. Sometimes the deck will turn on and display "LOADING" on the front panel, then it changes the channel and shuts itself off - which of course is downright strange.

What's good about it? Well - it's relatively easy to program - the recording quality is top-notch and the DVD quality is excellent. It makes flawless VHS dubs (that is, when you can get tapes to load ;-)) All in all, I would only buy this machine to copy my tape collection to DVD. Otherwise, it's a pass.

Last JVC product I will ever buy.......2006-11-15

I bought my DRMX1S and when I recieved it the first thing it did was eat a VHS tape. The company I bought it from sent me a 2nd new one. This one was working fine except for occationally jamming up with VHS tapes. I had to unplug it and plug it in again to get my tape out. Shortly after the warranty ran out I started having problems with the hard drive. I could record things on it but I couldn't edit dub or access anything I recorded. I sent it to JVC for repair and they send me a repair estimate for $240 of which over half was for parts and parts are suppose to be covered for a year. When I called JVC for an explantion I was promised a call back which I never recieved. After I called them a couple of more times they tell me that it was recieved damaged and that was the reason for a parts charge. I tell them I have insurance on the package and they say they will get back to me. I just keep getting a bill for an estimate every week. The repair estimate has a section where it states the unit was recieved in fair condition with no mention of any damage. When the unit worked it was great but for the price it should have lasted longer. I expected more out of what I thought was a quality company. I gave it one star because there isn't anything lower. I will never purchase another JVC product.

Poor JVC customer support.......2006-08-05

I bought this recorder in Nov. 2005 and immediately had to send it in for repairs because it would not load a VHS tape. You have to ship it to JVC for repairs and pay the cost of shipping ($17) even if it is under warranty. A month later I received the recorder back from JVC. It still had the same problem. I found that if I unplugged the recorder and plugged it back in I could then load and unload VHS tapes. I bought the recorder because at the price it offered the most features. I've encountered these other problems:

Cannot edit out scenes on hard drive. You can do this only on DVD-RAM discs.

You have to ship the product to JVC for repairs and pay the shipping costs, even if it is under warranty.

Despite instructions to contrary, I was never able to copy a single program from a VHS; JVC support was of no help. I have to copy a whole tape and then edit out what I don't want.

The printed manual often disagrees with the on-screen instructions, such as how to copy single programs from VHS. Neither appear to work.

Misspelled words in the on-screen menu, perhaps because the product was made in China.

The JVC cannot change be programmed to change to cable channels above 999, so all my digital cable HD programs have to be programmed manually. JVC offers no firmware upgrade.

Poor customer phone support. Their phone help knew less about the machine than I did and often gave me wrong information.

I wish I had spent a little more money and got a better machine. I would not buy another expensive JVC product because of their poor customer support and repair facilities.

JVC is TOPS!.......2006-05-28

I purchased this unit as a refurb. It has performed extremely well. I really love the ease of programming and navigation through the various menus. The picture and sound are excellent. The options for recording and dubbing are outstanding and convenient. This unit further confirms why I choose JVC products over other brands. My next purhcase will be a JVC widescreen HD TV/Monitor.

I LOVE this machine........2006-05-28

I got this dvr as a gift in 12/2005 and it is now 5/2006 and I LOVE it.

I have been transferring my old vhs tapes (about 200+) to the hard drive, deleted commericals, created a playlist and put them on dvds practically every weekend since I got it. Then I go onto a movie database website (imdb.com), search out the movie and copy the description onto a dvd labelmaker for each dvd. I even bought this fantastic dvd binder holder from Walmart that hold 24 dvds in what looks like a book the size of a dvd - 3 "books" in a case, which is a total of 72 dvds. I bought 4 of them so in total I can have 288 dvds in such a SMALL amount of space.

The manual is difficult to understand, so I've basically learned how to use it by going on various websites (Amazon is one) to really learn how to use it.

The playlist is my all time fav thing, although my beginning dvds aren't as good as my current ones. I also love the idea that if I had 3 playlists on a dvd, if I wanted to see the 2nd I could go directly to it instead of rewinding on a vhs. Another great feature is the "Resume" - if I start to watch a show and I have to stop, if I go back to the same show I have the option of either going to the beginning or to resume where I left off. When you finalize the dvd (which you need to do if you want to play the dvd on ANOTHER machine) the different backgrounds you can choose from is a neat feature also.

I tape my daytime soaps on the hard drive instead of vhs which is fantastic and unlike on a vhs tape, I can tape the shows separately and just delete one without touching the other shows - unlike a vhs tape where you have to rewind and either use another tape or tape over.

PROBLEM - The only problem I'm having is being able to tape and watch different shows at the same time - manual is confusing in this regard. The machine froze a couple of times, but all I needed to do was unplug it and it fixed whatever caused the freezing.

Hubby couldn't understand why I wanted the machine, he thinks I'm nuts for even having all my vhs tapes of movies/shows of the past. He even asked me if I indeed have 200 vhs tape, does that mean I'm going to have 200 dvds. I told him probably not, in the sense that with the dvds I can categorize the various movies/shows which you really can't do with the vhs tapes.

The main thing I wanted it for was as a spacesaver, which is something vhs tapes is not. I'm a big Elvis Presley fan, so I showed him my 9 vhs tapes (3 movies on each tape) of his movies right next to the 7 dvds of the movies; no comparison in spacesaving in my opinion - which is what I really wanted.

I highly recommend this machine to anybody who would listen. The cost on the JVC website is absolutely disgusting ($1,000, please), but hubby went onto another site and got it for a whole lot less.

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Phonemate PMG-4600 4-Line Corded Speakerphone

Manufacturer: Phonemate
ProductGroup: CE
Binding: Electronics

Multiline | Corded Telephones | Telephones | Office Electronics | Categories | Electronics
Office Electronics | Refurbished & Used | Special Features | Electronics Features | Electronics
Phones | Refurbished & Used | Special Features | Electronics Features | Electronics
Product Features:

4-line corded speakerphone with electronic volume control

Up to 64 name/number caller ID memories

3-line LCD for call information

Up to 32 speed-dial directory memories

Hold, conference, flash, memory, redial, pause

ASIN: B000063KEE

Product Description

Marketing description is not available. Please refer to the manufacturer web site for any updated marketing information.

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Olympus VN-2100PC - Digital voice recorder - flash 64 MB

Manufacturer: Olympus
ProductGroup: CE
Binding: Electronics

Digital Voice Recorders | Portable Audio & Video | Audio & Video | Categories | Electronics
ASIN: B000GLN406

Product Description

Record up to 36 hours of uninterrupted audio on the VN-2100PC then transfer files to your PC with speed and ease by way of the direct PC Link. With one simple cable connection files can be transferred to a computer and be organized, listened to, and even emailed to friends and/or family. The compact design makes it attractive and portable.

OLY141882 VN-2100PC Digital Voice Recorder, Up to 36 Hours Recording Time

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OLY141882 VN-2100PC Digital Voice Recorder, Up to 36 Hours Recording Time

Manufacturer: Olympus
ProductGroup: CE

Digital Voice Recorders | Portable Audio & Video | Audio & Video | Categories | Electronics
ASIN: B000MIPWOO

Product Description

OLY141882 VN-2100PC Digital Voice Recorder, Up to 36 Hours Recording Time

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Polycom SoundStation EX with Two-way Conversation

Manufacturer: Polycom Inc.
ProductGroup: CE
Binding: Electronics

Office Electronics | Refurbished & Used | Special Features | Electronics Features | Electronics
Phones | Refurbished & Used | Special Features | Electronics Features | Electronics
Polycom | Brands | Electronics Features | Electronics
Audio Conferencing | Telephones | Office Electronics | Categories | Electronics
Audioconferencing | Conference Phones & Videoconferencing | Phones & Accessories | Technology | Categories | Office Depot
Accessories:

RCA RC920 Wireless Phone Jack Extension

RCA RC930 Caller-ID-Compatible Wireless Modem Jack

Polycom Extended Microphone Pods (2) for SoundStation EX

Polycom Security Kit (KA-Keyed Alike) with Cable, Lock/Key and Hardware

Polycom Security Kit (KA-Keyed Different) - includes Cable, Lock/key, Hardware

Product Features:

Full-duplex conference phone with 2 ports for external microphones

External microphones (optional) double coverage for medium to large rooms

Integrated keypad for phone dialing with mute button, flash

3 microphones, digitally tuned speaker provide 360-degree coverage

Echo cancellation/noise suppression ensure high sound quality

ASIN: B00002SZ6F

Product Description

Why settle for an ordinary, handset speakerphone when you can use a SoundStation EX? Unlike other speakerphones that only allow one person to talk at a time, Polycom's breakthrough Acoustic Clarity Technology lets you have natural, free flowing two-way discussions. Conference calls are not only more productive, but also much more efficient.While on a conference call, have you ever tried to interrupt someone who was making a point you did not agree with? Well, SoundStation EX enables you to speak at the same time as someone else so you don't have to wait for him or her to stop talking before you can break in.

Amazon.com Product Description

Meet all your teleconferencing needs with the full-duplex Polycom SoundStation EX. This phone has two microphone ports for extra coverage, making it ideal for medium- to large-size rooms. With conventional, half-duplex speakerphones, only one party can speak at a time without clipping off the other party's voice. Echoes and howling can further disrupt your conversations and lead to costly misunderstandings. But because of the SoundStation's full-duplex operation, you can speak naturally and hear both sides of the conversation clearly.

The SoundStation EX ensures high sound quality with three microphones and a digitally tuned speaker for 360-degree coverage of an office or conference room. The EX model also accommodates two external microphones on either side of the console for more than double the coverage of the Polycom SoundStation.

Polycom's Acoustic Clarity Technology uses digital signal processing with analog telephone lines to eliminate the clipping and fading that plague most speakerphones. This technology improves speaker and microphone performance over the full bandwidth of the telephone line--300 to 3,500 Hz. Other features that boost sound quality include dynamic telephone-line and dynamic room-echo cancellation, signal depression, microphone switching, and digital filtering of voice signals.

The SoundStation EX has a full alphanumeric keypad for dialing with a mute button and flash key to access functions like hold, conference, and transfer. There is also an extra jack to plug in a tape recorder. Dual-colored LEDs signal phone status, and other controls include a ringer volume, speaker volume, and microphone mute.

The SoundStation EX works with any analog phone system or with an adapter (sold separately) for digital phone systems. It comes with a wall module, 25-foot power cable, 7-foot telephone cable, and a one-year warranty.

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Samsung LTM295W 29" LCD Flat-Panel TV

Manufacturer: Samsung
ProductGroup: CE
Binding: Electronics

TVs | Refurbished & Used | Special Features | Electronics Features | Electronics
All Samsung | Samsung | Brands | Electronics Features | Electronics
By Size | TVs & HDTVs | Audio & Video | Categories | Electronics
All Flat-Panel LCD TVs | Flat-Panel LCD TVs | Flat-Panel TVs | TVs & HDTVs | Audio & Video | Categories | Electronics
Accessories:

Monster High Capacity Alkaline Monster PowerCells AAA 1150 mAh Power Capacity AAA 4 Pack 1150 mAh MB AAA ALKA-4

Monster Cable ULT V1000 CV-4 THX Ultra 1000 Component Video Cable

SAMSUNG WMLL2900X Wall Mount for SAMSUNG LTM295W LCD TV

Product Features:

HDTV-ready active-matrix LCD screen with 1,280 x 768 resolution (W-XGA)

High (500:1) contrast ratio, exceptional peak brightness of 450 candles/square meter, and wide (170 x 170-degrees) viewing angles

PC picture-in-picture lets you watch video on an inset frame while working on the PC

16 ms response time, 60,000-hour lamp life for years of use

20 watts total audio power; Virtual Dolby surround sound simulates surround sound from any two speakers

ASIN: B00008DOYX

Product Description

Another gem in the Samsung digital family. This 29" high-resolution LCD panel combines a nifty design and a high functionality with the comfort you need. It features 600:1 contrast ratio, a built-in NTSC tuner, 20-Watts audio total, 170/170 viewing angle, and more. It also has multimedia PC/DVD/DTV inputs that once again bring it all together for your complete entertainment experience.

Amazon.com Product Description

Samsung's 29-inch high-resolution widescreen LCD television provides access to all your home entertainment needs, from its PC, DVD, and DTV inputs to its built-in NTSC tuner and integrated stereo speakers with 10 watts of power each. At only 3 inches deep, the set could hardly be easier to place.

The LTM295W is a TFT active-matrix HDTV monitor with 1,280 x 768 resolution. Image quality is enhanced by a 3D digital comb filter, an extremely high contrast ratio (500:1), an exceptional peak brightness of 450 candles/square meter, and wide viewing angles (170 degrees by 170 degrees). Line-doubling upconverts NTSC sources to flicker-free, progressive-scan images. Throw in 60,000-hour lamp life and PC and multichannel picture-in-picture with split-screen capability, and you're looking at a sweet little set.

Connections include one S-video input, one composite-video input, an RF input (for older VCRs and cable boxes), and two component-video inputs (one progressive-scan DVD-oriented 480i video input, one DTV-ready 480p/720p/1080i input), as well as a DVI input for your PC. A headphone jack affords private listening, and Virtual Dolby surround sound simulates surround sound from any two speakers.

Product Description

Princeton Graphic Systems offers a wide range of displays designed to meet all your computing needs for both your home and office. The VF Series of displays provides a combination of value and performance. These displays feature fine dot pitch, high refresh rates and resolution, and are perfect for demanding gamers, graphics applications, word processing, spreadsheet and web browsing.

Customer Reviews:

I like it.......2003-06-06

I was looking for a 19" CRT with a flat tube and a black cabinet. After extensive research, I decided to buy this monitor, despite the fact that I could not find any reviews on it. I am very pleased that I did. I chose the free super saver shipping and had the monitor in two days =) way to be UPS. This monitor offers great bang for the buck - i got it for [$]. As far as I can tell, the quality is just as good as my friend's Dell Trinitron at normal resolutions. 1600x1200 isn't as sharp as you might like, but that was a bit small for my taste anyways. I use 1280x1024@85hz and it is nice and crisp. It clicks a couple times while switching resolutions (starting games) but that doesn't bother me. I am also a little dissapointed that Princeton only offers a one year warranty. But overall I would recommend this monitor to anyone who wants a solid monitor for a reasonable price.

Product Description

This AM/FM radio with built-in high efficiency power generator provides the ultimate in functional portability eliminating the worry about the availability of batteries. It requires no batteries or external power source for operation and is ideal for use on camping trips and other situations where conventional power sources are not available. Turning the power generator for 1 minute of charging equals 30 minutes of listening. Maximum charge of 1 hour equals 15 hours of continuous use. Charging LED indicates maximum charge rate and provides a visible indication of optimum charge rate for the most efficient use of the built-in charging system.

Customer Reviews:

Pretty Cool.......2006-05-07

My son (5yo) has this radio and loves cranking it up. (It takes regular batteries when you don't feel like making the extra effort.) Also it's not truly battery free since the crank actually powers up some rechargable batteries that do eventually need to be replaced. It's handy to take along to the pool, camping trips or just to have around for an emergency. However, I wouldn't bother getting headphones as an accessory for this radio since it doesn't have a jack.

Gotta Have Gadget!.......2001-03-18

My husbamd just had to have this radio. We live in an area where the power goes out all the time. We're also big campers and we thought this would be a good radio to travel with. It is self-powered so all you have to do is wind it up. It does take a lot of winding (the only drawback) so you wouldn't want it for everyday use but it is great in emergencies.

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Terrible Product

Promise Technology Fasttrak100 Ata/100 Raid Card 100MB/Sec Burst Dtr 5 Pack

Manufacturer: PROMISE TECHNOLOGY
ProductGroup: CE
Binding: Electronics

Host Bus Adaptors | Drives & Storage | Computer Add-Ons | Computers & Add-Ons | Categories | Electronics
ASIN: B0000514ZF

Product Description

FastTrak100 offers RAID 0 striping, RAID 1 mirroring, and RAID 10 striping+mirroring supporting up to four off-the-shelf Ultra ATA/100 hard drives. For entry-level small servers or corporate desktop PCs where data is critical, FastTrak100 offers constant data redundant protection at prices less than single drive Ultra2 SCSI desktop storage. If a drive fails under RAID 1 or 10, FastTrak100 maintains the integrity of the data using the remaining good drive or drives. Users can even employ a "hot" spare drive for their server that immediately replaces the failed drive in a two-drive mirrored array. This allows FastTrak100 to rebuild data from the working drive to quickly restore data redundant operation without downtime.

Customer Reviews:

Terrible Product.......2002-06-27

First off you'll have to re-install windows. They provide no way to migrate your data into your drive array. Second their drivers crash, during things like degfrag! Their Bios has important features that are undocumented cryptic keyboard commands that can only be found on their website. Why don't they just incorporate these functions into their menu? I've never had a single piece of hardware waste so much time. Futhermore, when I learned what a POS this product was promise wouldn't give me a refund. I wanted to give it 0 stars, but it won't let me.

Product Description

The Planar 15" PT150MU touch screen monitor is a great monitor for today's new POS, kiosk, financial, and process control systems.The PT150MU features a bright and fast panel combined with a solid and durable stand. The PT150MU uses a special 7-wire resistive touch screen for a superior product life versus typical touch screens. The PT150MU comes standard with USB drivers to insure compatibility with the latest computer systems. Planar has 20 years of experience delivering innovative flat panel and touch monitor solutions. It offers leading performance and innovative features in all its products.

Planar 15'' PT150MU Touch Screen LCD ( 997-2447-00 )

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Planar 15'' PT150MU Touch Screen LCD ( 997-2447-00 )

Manufacturer: PLANAR
ProductGroup: CE
Binding: Electronics

Touch screen monitor
400
1 contrast ratio
1024x768 XGA, white

ASIN: B0000C0XSN

Product Description

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