Onkyo TX-NR901 Nettune Receiver

Product Description

Emotion: something that used to be merely a reaction to what was on the screen, or to music or movie dialogue floating through the air. Onkyo emotion: A reaction you experience before you've even attached the first cable of the TX-NR901. Prepare to be impressed when you first lay eyes on this receiver. And remember to use at least two people to lift it out of the box - that's how heavy it is thanks to its rugged build, featuring a sturdy, anti-resonant chassis. Relief comes from the knowledge of having a receiver that gives you exclusive sound quality from high-grade components. Powerful and highly accurate 192 kHz/24-bit DACs and dual 32-bit DSP chips bring out the highest in sound accuracy from the latest sound formats. High-bandwidth inputs and outputs are ready to tackle the latest high-definition sources. Connection to compatible displays from a single component cable is facilitated through upconversion from composite and S-Video sources. Longing to liberate your music files from your computer or to unlock the door to a world of music via Internet radio? The convergence of home theater and home network manifests itself in Onkyo's Net-Tune protocol, which makes the TX-NR901 part of the only lineup of A/V receivers to boast this ability. And most importantly, you have peace of mind in knowing that you have chosen a receiver ready to handle the technology and the ever-increasing demands of the movies and music of today - and tomorrow.

Customer Reviews:

Onkyo lies........2005-08-22

Yea,Yea the reciever sounds good no complaints. Just like a hundred others. The distinguishing feature for these amps is it's advertised network capability. That was the deciding factor in our purchase of this product.

Do not be fooled!!! Yes you can plug a Cat5 cable into this machine beyond that there is no network capability! The "software" should be classified as as a virus. No excuse for producing software of this nature. It does nothing it says that it will and can lock up a machine.

Shame on Onkyo!!! Do not purchase these products. You will loose several days of your life to corporate lies. I will never purchase any Onkyo product again for any reason.

in practical terms, great.......2005-04-14

The thick box sports Onkyo's own branded and oversized power transformer and really good caps - not only in power supply but - it seems - in driver stage as well (sparingly, though). It has to be the caps that beef-up the machine's lows to ballance brighter highs. To me, the sound quality matters most. I don't mind the maker's cutting on "advanced" features like HDTV-support, extra speaker extensions or internet, the machine still FEELS expensive due to "grade" parts and electronics. True, the category falls between two chairs somewhat - and the temptation is high to save and get a cheaper receiver, but alas, I realize that I will loose the "grade" quotient in parts then. And I've long stopped to regard the THX mark as anything but indication of inflated price and a maker's needless taxing.

Expensive if solid receiver. Internet audio needs work........2005-03-08

The Onkyo TX-NR901 is a solid center of a home theater system, priced a bit above comparable receivers but worth it for the discreet amps and versatility. I do knock off a star for the fact that both setup and functionality are unnecessarily complex along with the internet audio function being a nice marketing gimmick with relatively little support.

Onkyo isn't nearly as well known in the US as other brands, but for at least 20 years they've produced some relatively good quality equipment. My 1980s vintage Onkyo Integra amp was still well ahead of most amps on sound quality but I finally gave up the ghost to replace it once I decided to upgrade to a full surround sound system.

As an AV control center I can't fault the TX-NR901. The multifuncton learning remote takes a bit of practice to program but can pretty much learn and replace any remote on your couch. There are something like 10 discreet inputs (even including one for an LP player!) that more importantly can be programmed to accept different audio or video assignments so that, for instance, if you have only one optical output on a device it can serve multiple configurations. The TX-NR901 also nicely automatically switches back and forth between audio modes, although you've got something like 15 DSP options so there's always another one to choose. The advanced menus let you configure pretty much anything under the sun. My only small complaint with the controls is inserting a 1/4" plug into the headphone jack disables speakers.

As an amp, its solid. I'm using a set of new Magnaplanars with this (infamous for huge 4 ohm power requirements) along with my old Dahlquists as surround and center speakers and have yet to notice any distortion or power issues whatsoever. This probably has something to do with the fact that each channel has a discreet amp - 8 total! - which is why this weighs a ton. The tuner is decent, comparable to my old high end Denon TU-600. Only objection here is that the TX-NR901 doesn't like to switch inputs between analog and digital; output is based on what you put in, which can prove annoying when you're running analog only from a Laserdisc, for instance.

Three objections are price, the internet audio feature, and complexity. Comparable receivers by other manufacturers with similar features and audio quality tend to retail for about 2/3rd to 3/4s the price of this, but I'm brand loyal so didn't real care about that. Where I'm a little more disturbed is that the internet streaming audio and file sharing features of this are relatively primitive and not well supported. It's neat getting Radio Norway (incidentally, many streaming audio stations that sound good through PC speakers sound horrible through your mains!) but many of the stations available through Nettunes don't work. Support is also mediocre; trying to ask Onkyo for help on Nettunes gets you referred to an unhelpful webpage. File sharing works a bit better, but the marketing here is ahead of the technology.

Complexity deserves a separate mention. Probably because of the massive functionality of this, the setup here is just amazingly hard...menu after menu of features, including a bulky internet recognition one that really doesn't work well. You can in fact use an 802.11b wireless node with this as long as its a Ethernet to wireless adapter (fools the Onkyo that its plugged in), but getting it to work right took me a couple of days. Not something I'd recommend setting up alone for all but techies.

Still, a nice center for a home AV system. You could do a lot worse than this.

Excellent receiver but do not buy it for iTunes.......2004-04-20

This receiver is excellent. Sound quality is great, esp. if you take adavantage of the 7.1 speaker setup. I highly recommend it for its quality as a reciever.

If you are buying it for its NetTunes capability - i.e. connecting the reciever to a computer to get Radio and play stored music, be warned.

NetTunes is an immature product. I have never gotten it to work with MP3 songs off my computer using verying compressions. This means I need to store music in wav format - a lot of disk space.

The hookup cannot be wireless. It must have a hardwire ethernet connection to your computer. I use a router.

Finally but not least, the NetTunes user interface is TERRIBLE. Building playlists is almost impossible. You must drag and drop songs individually and you must drop it exactly onto the playlist or it will not work. If you are expecting a Media Player or iTunes quality interface, forget it.

I am giving up on iTunes and buying a product that uses a optical digital connection to the Onkyo Reciever with a USB interface to the computer. I can play any format using almost any player - i.e play MP3 off of Media Player onto my reciever.

Average customer rating:

OUTSTANDING MONITOR

It's quite good.

Sceptre D50X 15" Non-Glare Flat Screen CRT Monitor

Manufacturer: Sceptre Technologies, Inc
ProductGroup: CE
Binding: Electronics

All Monitors | Monitors & Projectors | Computer Add-Ons | Computers & Add-Ons | Categories | Electronics
15-Inch & Under | CRT | Monitors & Projectors | Computer Add-Ons | Computers & Add-Ons | Categories | Electronics
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Product Features:

1,024 x 768 maximum resolution @ 65 Hz

0.28-millimeter dot pitch

Multistep dynamic focus technology for sharper images

Antireflective, antistatic screen coating

5-year warranty

ASIN: B00004Y7E8

Product Description

Sceptre's Dragon Eye Series monitors feature a flat square CRT with Anti-Reflective, Anti-Static Coating (AR-ASC) and include Advanced Response Rotational Control (ARRC) - two easy-to-use knobs, one for selecting the function you wish to modify and the other for making actual adjustments. This provides the user with much finer adjustments and avoids having to push buttons or cycle through a menu of choices. With high resolution and refresh rate, the Dragon Eye Series produces a high level of sharpness, resulting in more stable pictures. The Multi-Step Dynamic Focus (MSDF) provides clearer, crisper images at all points of the screen and the optional USB technology allows for higher video throughput and can be "daisy chained" to free up IO ports.The Dragon Eye Series is offered in a full range of sizes. Sceptre has a monitor to fit all your application needs. Its solutions have an edge over competing monitors, resulting in a product that is consistently dependable.

Amazon.com Product Description

The Sceptre D50X 15-inch nonglare flat-screen CRT monitor is part of the Sceptre Dragon Eye series. This space-saving model, with a 14-inch viewable image size, has a very low price and is ideal for most home and corporate users who have modest graphics needs.

All of the Dragon Eye monitors offer a flat square CRT with antireflective and antistatic coating. The superfine dot pitch of 0.28 millimeters contributes to a crisper, cleaner image. With resolution at 1,024 x 768 and a refresh rate of 65 Hz (moderate flicker), this convenient monitor puts out a high degree of sharpness.

No configuration will be necessary because the D50X comes with full plug-and-play support. There are also four factory settings and 17 user-adjustable ones. All of the Sceptre Dragon Eye monitors come with the Advanced Response Rotational Control. This means there are just two knobs from which you can make all your adjustments. You won't have to deal with cycling through menu options.

This monitor connects to PCs only (sorry, Mac users) and supportsoptional DSS speakers. Its depth is just over 15 inches, and it weighs31 pounds. It carries the Energy Star label and comes with an unusually generous five-year limited factory warranty. --Linda Anderson

Customer Reviews:

OUTSTANDING MONITOR.......2003-01-07

I bought one because of price and turned out to be one outstanding monitor for the money.

It's quite good........2002-02-17

It handles well. I am quite happy with the product. It definitely is worth every I paid for it.

Product Description

SimpleTech features a comprehensive line of hard drive upgrades for popular portables by Toshiba. SimpleTech designs its hard drive upgrades with your portable's special power and space requirements in mind. So you can be sure you're installing a hard drive that meets the performance and technical specifications set by Toshiba.This hard disk drive is designed for Toshiba Portege 7000CT, 7000CT-NT, 7010CT, 7010CT-NT, 7020CT, 7020CT-NT, 7140CT PIII, 7140CT-NT PIII, 7200CT PIII SpeedStep, 7200CT-NT PIII SpeedStep, 7200CTe PIII SpeedStep, 7220CTe PIII SpeedStep.

Product Description

BKM-V11 is a component/RGB input adaptor. It features YUV input and audio input (x1).

Amazon.com Product Description

The Sony BKM-V11 RGB input adapter is a monitor terminal expansion board featuring YUV and audio inputs. It permits your PFM-42V1E plasma monitor to accept component inputs, resulting in the sharpest possible picture for your system. Easy to install, the adapter comes with complete instructions and is backed by the assurance of genuine Sony quality.

Product Description

SimpleTech is a leading worldwide manufacturer of SDRAM memory products, offering upgrades for the latest NEC systems. Adding more SDRAM will improve the performance of your NEC system to open more applications simultaneously and run them quickly. System specific designing and testing means your SimpleTech SDRAM will have 100% compatibility.This memory is compatible with NEC PowerMate ES 5200-333c Celeron, 5200-350, 5200-366c Celeron, 5200-400, 5200-400c Celeron, 5200-433c Celeron, 5200-450k PIII, 5200-500k PIII, 5200-550k PIII, 5200N-333c Celeron, 5200N-366c Celeron, 5200N-400c Celeron, 5250-400c Celeron, 5250-433c Celeron, 5250-450k PIII, 5250-550k PIII, 5250-600k PIII, 5250N-400c Celeron, 5250N-433c Celeron, 600 Celeron, 800 PIII, 866 PIII, 933 PIII, Slimline 1.0GHz PIII, SlimLine 500 Celeron, SlimLine 533 Celeron, Slimline 600 Celeron, SlimLine 667 PIII, SlimLine 733 PIII, Slimline 800 PIII, SlimLine 855 PIII, Slimline 866 PIII, Slimline 933 PIII and PowerMate SL 733C (Slim, Celeron).

Average customer rating:

Good for experts

SMC SMC2652W EZ CONNECT 11 MBPS Wireless Access Point

Manufacturer: SMC
ProductGroup: CE
Binding: Electronics

Access Points | Wireless | Networking & Online Communication | Computer Add-Ons | Computers & Add-Ons | Categories | Electronics
Product Features:

11 Mbps wireless LAN

Up to 1,500-foot operating range

2.4 GHz frequency band

Easy plug-and-play configuration

Limited lifetime warranty

ASIN: B00005IB3I

Product Description

The wireless LAN solution is the easiest alternative to a traditional wired network. The SMC2652W connects your desktop PC instantly with an existing Ethernet installation to support mobile users, temporary work sites, and other applications ranging from the classroom to the boardroom. Wireless technology provides the maximum user mobility, simple and flexible installation options, a reduced cost of ownership (no cabling costs or maintenance) and excellent scalability in supporting additional PCs. True 11 Mbps wireless is ideal for use with cable modems, DSL or SOHO applications. In the typical wireless configuration an Access Point (transceiver) connects to a wired network location via standard cabling. The Access Point supports up to 128 users located several hundred feet apart, with a maximum of 1, 500 feet.

Amazon.com Product Description

The SMC 11 Mbps Wireless Access Point provides an easy alternative to a traditional wired network, instantly connecting your desktop PC with an existing Ethernet installation. Connect the access point to a wired network via standard cabling to enable mobile users, temporary work sites, and remote offices in your building to share access to files, printers, as well as to a cable or DSL modem for Internet use. Guaranteed broadband compatibility ensures a seamless wireless connection to your cable or DSL modem. Supporting up to 128 users located several hundred feet to 1,500 feet apart, an access point lets users access the LAN via wireless adapters in their desktop or notebook PCs. The access point delivers data rates of up to 11 Mbps and operates in a 2.4 GHz frequency range. To expand a wireless LAN, just add more access points.

The SMC 11 Mbps Wireless Access Point comes with a limited lifetime warranty.

Customer Reviews:

Good for experts.......2001-12-04

I own one of these that I got brand new one year ago, when this technology was not very extended yet.
Of course, don't expect to get as much distance as you can read in the manual. That's simply incorrect. What's more, don't expect that with ANY other access point/wireless router from any other vendor. 802.11b won't work at home if there are too many walls between the two points. For indoor use, the only unit I've seen getting slightly more than the others was the classic Apple Airport. However, line of sight is needed most of the time.
To give you some reference, in a common building you should get link enough to have 100% of your cable or DSL Internet connection at a max. of 75-100 ft. If you move from one floor to another, this distance will drop considerably.
Reason why I said it was good for experts is that I "modded" mine and put a high-gain antenna on it (it's ideal for this purpose because of its simple design). So, this same unit which technically it is just a simple bridge-router eth-to-802.11b, can be converted to a router access point. Mine currently connects two networks a mile and a half away (with a 14dBi Lucent Yagi antenna), with full 11Mbps.
With no modification, it will cover aprox. 600 ft. in outdoors.

Product Description

Easy to hold and carry, extra large for the little hands, built-in flash, extra large viewfider male photo's easy to compose, large shutter button and rewind knob too! Outfit Includes:35mm CameraBinocularsWalkie TalkiesWatch

Product Description

SimpleTech features a comprehensive line of hard drive upgrades for popular portables by IBM. SimpleTech designs its hard drive upgrades with your portable's special power and space requirements in mind. So you can be sure you're installing a hard drive that meets the performance and technical specifications set by IBM.This hard disk drive is designed for IBM ThinkPad 770; IBM Thinkpad 770 Model 9548-40U; IBM Thinkpad 770E Model 9548-51U; IBM Thinkpad 770E Model 9548-52U; IBM ThinkPad 770ED Model 9549-5AU; IBM Thinkpad 770X Model 9549-71U; IBM Thinkpad 770X Model 9549-72U; IBM Thinkpad 770X Model 9549-7AU; IBM Thinkpad 770X Model 9549-7BU; IBM Thinkpad 770Z Model 9549-81U; IBM Thinkpad 770Z Model 9549-82U; IBM Thinkpad 770Z Model 9549-8AU; IBM Thinkpad 770Z Model 9549-8BU.

Product Description

SimpleTech is a leading worldwide manufacturer of SDRAM memory products, offering upgrades for the latest Fujitsu systems. Adding more SDRAM will improve the performance of your Fujitsu system to open more applications simultaneously and run them quickly. System specific designing and testing means your SimpleTech SDRAM will have 100% compatibility.This memory is designed for Fujitsu Point 1600; Stylistic 2300; LifeBook 270Dx; 280Dx; 565Tx; 635Tx; 656Tx; 675Tx; 690Tx; 735Dx; 755Tx; 765Dx; 765Tx; 770Tx; 790Tx; 985Tx; 990Tx2; B112; B142; C-4120; C-5130; C-6320; C-6330; C340; C350; C352; C353; C360; E330; E335; E340; E342; E350; E351; E360; E362; E370; E380; L440; L440-B; L470.

Product Description

Improve your productivity with the EZ Card 10 - PC Card Ethernet Adapter. Its advance power management, guaranteed compatibility, and ease-of-use make this card the ideal solution for all your portable networking needs.Just install the EZ Card 10 and allow the built-in 1Step software to load the drivers and configure the system for instant access to your network resources. And its hot swap feature keeps your system up and running without having to reboot or restart Windows. And with its native card and socket service software, you're ensured compatibility with any configuration. The EZ Card 10 is available in RJ-45 connector and combo BNC and RJ-45 connector models. The combo card features automatic speed detection and switches between 10BASE-T and 10BASE-2 to ensure your system runs at its maximum performance.

Product Description

Sony's SRF-59SILVER Walkman AM/FM Stereo Radio is so lightweight you can take it virtually anywhere. Featuring AM/FM Stereo Tuner and an Easy to Use Tuning Knob, this Walkman lets you to enjoy a wide range of talk and music programs in stereo sound as you tune in to stations with ease. Single "AA" Battery Operation provides hours of listening, while the Local/Distant Switch provides optimal reception of both near and distant stations. The SRF-59SILVER - great sound in a small package.

Amazon.com Product Description

The SRF-59 is lightweight, simple-to-use FM/AM stereo receiver. Weighing only 3 ounces (84 grams), this compact player is a perfect companion for the track, bike trail or work area. The FM antenna is part of the headphone cord, so you are sure to receive a strong signal. The AM antenna is a ferrite bar type. The local/distant switch will help you fine tune the reception. Both the volume and tuning buttons are rotary dials, providing a nice sight-free way to make major changes to the Walkman.

Sony has included their MDR (micro dynamic receiver) headphones with the SRF-59. These headphones are open air type; the headphones will allow ambient noise to filter into the ear canal, providing a rich sound and keeping you safely aware of events, people and automobiles around you. The headphones provide ample dynamic range and sound. The Walkman requires only one AA battery, keeping the receiver lightweight and inexpensive to operate. When using a Sony alkaline battery, you can expect an impressive 100-140 hours of use. There is also a belt clip included, so you can carry the Walkman on your belt. The color is a sporty silver.

What's in the Box
Sony SRF-59 Walkman FM stereo, Sony MDR open air headphones, belt clip, user's manual and a ninety day warranty.

Customer Reviews:

Worth the price.......2007-09-11

I bought this for the purpose of listening to my favorite radio station while on the train to commute to work. For $14.99, it's definitely worth the price. The reception in the Chicagoland area is decent with minor static here and there. It's light and uses a single AA battery. I've used the walkman for the past 3 weeks for about 2-3 hrs 5 days a week and am still on the 1st battery. If you like to switch stations often, this is not for you if you don't want to manually find them; there are no presets. The headphones do stink. I threw them away and use one from my old iPod shuffle.

Repeat buyer!!!.......2007-09-09

I first bought this radio in 2004. I was amazed what a great little radio this is. Now, I just purchased 2 more.........just to be on the safe side if the radio is ever discontinued. The quality of the radio and the music it puts out is just as amazing today as it was 3 years ago. The radio is very lightweight. Uses just 1 "AA" battery that lasts almost forever. Actually, it seems I hear more nuances in the music with this radio than the one I bought 3 years ago. Maybe they upgraded the radio or headphones. The AM is equally as impressive as the FM stereo!

srf 59.......2007-08-05

Works well but I would like a better up graded product. I know it would cost more but I am willing to pay. This one is great but I want more up scale

excellent product!.......2007-07-14

This walkman is everything I hoped it would be. It gets most the stations, and is perfect for cutting the grass.

Sony SRF-59 FM/AM Radio.......2007-07-08

The FM/AM radio has very good selectivity, very good sensitivity, and very good sound quality. If all you want is an FM/AM radio, this is at least as good as, probably better than, the other Walkman Products which also have a cassette player.

Product Description

This is Black Toner Cartridge Type 7 Series for Okipage 20 Series. High-grade, ultra-microfine particles for the very best print quality. It has special lock-in design for "clean hands" loading and can provide up to 5,000 pages.Compatible with: OKIPAGE 18 Series; OKIPAGE 20 Series; OKIPAGE 24DX; OKIPAGE 24DXn.

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