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Case Logic PDVK-10 7 to 10-Inch In-Car Portable DVD Player Case (Black) Review

Case Logic PDVK-10 7 to 10-Inch In-Car Portable DVD Player Case (Black)
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I just received this case and I am happy with the quality and it is as I expected it to be in that regard. I went with this one becasue you don't have to have it open like a tray table on the back of the seat, you can flip the top up and over and it lays flat against the seat, the other cases don't seem to do this.
My hope was that when I got it I could easily strap it to just one seat as opposed to between the two seats as the product is intended. I didn't want to have the dvd player in between the seats because I still need to reach the children durning long rides and this I feel would impede my ability to do that, besides I feel it is more comfortable to look at the dvd player right in front of you anyway. You can easily attach it to just the one seat although the velcro flap you need to need to wrap around the top anchor strap is a little bit of a pain to get in if you mount it in this fashion. I plan to get another case just for transporting the dvd players and I intend to keep these cases in the car all the time as it will be to much of a hassle to take the cases in and out of the car each time and far easier to remove the player and put it in another seperate case especially since I have two, one for each child. The main thing I like is the ability to fold the dvd player flat in the case so it will stay flush against the back of the seat and hopefully not get kicked as easily by the children when they are watching. So, so far so good hopefully it will work out well in the long run. But for those of you who like the look of this case and but didn't want a between the seats mounting, it can be mounted on the back of one seat easliy.

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Caselogic PDVK-10 7 to 10-Inch In-Car Portable DVD Player Case. Take your portable DVD player and favorite movies on the go in this padded, multi-functional case. Holds up to 10' portable DVD and portable iPod players. Patented Grab & Go Suspension system makes in-car attachment and removal fast and easy (attaches to most standard headrests). Case quickly detaches from attachment system, converting to a portable carrying case. Allows for 90 or 180 screen extension for optimal viewing. Extra storage compartment for accessories, cables and charger. CAUTION: Player must be strapped securely inside case while vehicle is in motion. 25 Year Warranty!

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Caselogic PDVS-4 5-7-Inch In-Car DVD Player Case (Black) Review

Caselogic PDVS-4 5-7-Inch In-Car DVD Player Case (Black)
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Unit shipped does not have the adjustable web pieces on the sides as pictured. Good price for $16, but wish it was as pictured. Would make it easier to orient the screen for viewing in the back seat.
Also, the velcro closure that holds in the DVD player isn't very good quality and is starting to come apart.
I thought about returning it. May still do so.

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Case Logic is obsessed with organization! No matter who you are, what toys, tools or technology you have, where you are, or where you are going, Case Logic is your partner in managing the things that matter to you. We are the "stuff wranglers" that make life easier. The Caselogic PDVS-4 7-Inch In-Car DVD Player Case (Black) securely holds up to 7-Inch DVD players. Take your portable DVD player and favorite movies on the road in this compact, thickly-padded, multi-functional case. Adjustable in-car suspension system allows case to easily attach to most seat backs or between two bucket seats. Mounting system quickly detaches, converting to a portable carrying case. Sturdy hook-n-loop webbing harness in main compartment safely secures DVD player while in use or while stored. CAUTION: Player must be strapped securely inside case while vehicle is in motion. Accessory pocket for DVD's, power adapter. 25 Year Warranty!

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DBTech 175 Watt Portable Micro Power Inverter With USB Port - 12v AC to 110v DC Car Plug Converter For Your Ipod, iPad, iPhone, Tablet, PSP, DVD Players Laptops Netbooks And cellphones Review

DBTech 175 Watt Portable Micro Power Inverter With USB Port - 12v AC to 110v DC Car Plug Converter For Your Ipod, iPad, iPhone, Tablet, PSP, DVD Players Laptops Netbooks And cellphones
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We needed an adapter for our portable DVD (kids broke the cord). None of the "universal" adapters fit our ports, so we began to look at this kind. Many are very low output and do not provide enough continuous output to run a device, only charge it. Very happy with this product. Great continuous output for our needs. Gets a little warm after 4 hours of use (but so does every other device, including the player). Have not tried using the USB port at the same time yet. Takes a little getting used to the bulk of it when plugging in, but green indicator light lets you know when you've got good contact.
Would recommend in a heartbeat!


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Sennheiser MX 560-B Basswind In-Ear Stereo Headphone Review

Sennheiser  MX 560-B Basswind In-Ear Stereo Headphone
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I used to own a pair of Sony MDR-818 earbuds (the original ones), which lost sound in the right earbud after 3 years or so. Overall, the Sony's provided better bass out of the box in my opinion, but the Sennheiser MX 560's are much more accurate and clear in the higher ranges. The Sennheiser's are a little loud and high-range biased out of the box, but after tweaking the Sennheiser's +3db low end, -2db mid, and -1db high, they sound great with no distortion even at higher volumes. At higher bass levels, though, there is noticeable distortion.
Pros:
Good price
Clear sound
Comfortable
Cons:
Slightly lacking in bass
Other thoughts:
I put the buds in my ears slightly crooked the first time, which messed up the sound quite a bit, but after adjusting them, they're very comfortable and sound great.
Edit: After a month or so, these earbuds sound better and more even than when I first got them. They no longer need any equalizer adjustment and perform very well. The bass finally came in and everything sounds great. I guess they just needed some burn in. If I could re-rate them, I'd probably give them 5 stars because they're exactly what they promise to be.

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The Sennheiser MX 560 earbuds are powerful, bass driven earphones featuring Sennheiser's innovative "Basswind" system for the best sound on the go. They are ideal for use with all MP3, CD, DVD players and portable gaming systems as well as feature a convenient cable winder and a carrying pouch for maximum convenience while using and storing the earphones.

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Dazzle DVD Recorder Review

Dazzle DVD Recorder
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So many reviews for devices like this are full of complaints regarding the output quality, both video and audio. I started reviewing the cheaper devices and tried to spend my way out of the bad reviews but I never could. Devices priced from 20 to 120 all carried the same complaints in one form or another. Poor quality output, jagged edges, dropped frames, audio getting out of sync with the video.
I was so confused that in the end I finally threw up my hands and ordered the Dazzle. With a few caveats, I'm glad I did. If you care to use the information, this is what I learned:
S-video cable input is needed if you intend to view the output in more than a small computer window. Don't even think you will be happy with TV sized results using only AV cables.
The output is best directed to a hard drive folder and then burned to DVD later. I import the result into a video editor (ULead) and trim and edit as needed. Your tapes are probably like mine and have have multiple unrelated events that should not be on the same DVD.
Don't mess with the computer while copying. I turned off screen savers and updates to prevent disruption.
My machine is a single core Pentium 4, 2.8Ghz , with only 512MB ram, USB2, running Windows XP service pack 3.

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Torpedo Entertainment Digital Movie Projector 72"" Review

Torpedo Entertainment Digital Movie Projector 72
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Bought this as a gift to be given for occasional use in a camper. After pre-testing, I'm happy with the performance. Elsewhere on the interweb the resolution is incorrectly given as 940 x 240; the 940 value must have been combined from 3 LCDs. After couting pixels I'm sure resolution is very close to 320x240 which represents a loss in quality from VHS tape video. The fan is noisier than newer full sized projectors.
PROS:
*Bulbs are CHEAP, the MR-16 12v 35w halogen can be had for less than ten bucks :)
*Adujstments of brightness, contrast, hue, and color are adequate.
*Light, durable, compact, and attactively shaped.
*Price of one hundred fifty seemed reasonable.
*Will work nicely from 12v power source directly without using included AC adapter, draws 5 amps at 12v.
*Bright enough for projecting a small image during the day, and a huge image at night.
*Includes a stand to point it straight up for ceiling viewing, and an RCA patch cable.
*Speaker volume goes pretty loud.
CONS:
*Low resolution (320x240) will only be acceptable for low-tech uses.
*Newer, better, cheaper projectors should be available soon.
*Audio inputs are stero, but output from speaker is mono.
*No keystone adjustment means the angle of projection needs to be setup carefully.
*Fan is cheap and noisy, but looks like there's lots of space to replace it with two quiet fans. One in original location, the second could go behind the grill on the opposite side.
There are some interesting LED replacement versions of this projector's bulb on e bay which produce very litle heat. I'm going to try one & then disable the fan for silence and a big reduction in power consumption.

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The Torpedo Digital Projector projects a huge image right on your wall or ceilingIt works with your DVD playergaming consoledigital cameraMP3 playercomputerTV or cable/satellite boxDelivering a diagonal projection size of over 6the Torpedo is perfect for getting the most out of your video gamesmovies and other media

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Cinepal Personal Media Player 8IN HD 720P Videos Photos MP3 Review

Cinepal Personal Media Player 8IN HD 720P Videos Photos MP3
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First thing, I bought this from Ritz Camera through the Amazon Marketplace. The site said 3-5 days to process the item, and another week or so to ship. I placed the order last Monday, and it was on my doorstep on Wednesday. Totally unexpected, and it really impressed me. Way to go Ritz Camera.
Now, onto the review:
I bought this video player because I like to watch Japanese dramas while I run on the treadmill. I'd been using my iPhone for this, but I'm training for a half-marathon now and staring at the iPhone screen for 5+ miles worth of running was wearing me out. I decided to buy a video player that was larger, but found out that there are not many on the market.
If you want to watch videos on a small device using files (not DVDs), you only have a couple of choices: iPad, the Cinepals from Aluratek, and the Archos tablets (which are now full-on tablet PCs). Since I didn't want to spend $500+ and I didn't want a tablet PC, this video player was the only option.
And what an option it is! It supports virtually every video file and codec, including the ubiquitous h.264, with no trouble. Video playback is smooth and fast, file transfers are quick, and - if you use an SDHC media card - there's plenty of storage on this sucker. The 1280x768 screen is gorgeous, and unlike the iPad or iPhone, you don't have to use Handbrake to convert files into a playable format. You download/rip them, and just shoot them off to the Cinepal. I am more than pleased with this device, and the price was excellent.
There are a couple of minor issues I have with it, but I didn't think they warranted me taking off any stars.
- Obviously Chinese made, and potentially low quality. The "manual" - if you could call it that - is a bunch of 8.5x11" printouts, not an actual manual. The only language options are English, Chinese, and a second type of Chinese. It has an internal battery that you can't replace. The device itself feels sturdy, though, and there's a one year warranty and I paid like $130 for it, so even if it craps out I can just replace it.
- The controls aren't very user friendly. I still haven't figured out how to change the volume, but I haven't really needed to, either, since I've been using headphones.
- The 4 GB (4x1000 MB) storage is enough for me, but I'd highly recommend a media card for any serious video watching.
- Two power buttons? Like there's one on the side and one on the front. If you turn the side one on, you can use the front one to turn it on or off. But if you turn the side one off, the front one doesn't work. Why not one power button?
- I don't think it charges via USB, only via plug in to the wall. I'm not 100% sure on this - like I didn't test it or anything - but I did take it out after having it plugged in via USB to transfer files and the battery life was shorter. The only explanation I have is that it wasn't charging.
Overall, I love this device, and I'm glad someone decided to make a video player for those of us who just want to watch videos and not check our email and do other tablet-PC stuff. It's about time more devices like this came out on the market.
I chose this one over the 8.9" 100 model (this is the 101) because it supports a few more video formats/codecs, it has a normal headphone jack, and has a higher resolution screen.


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Sony GV-D1000 Portable MiniDV Video Walkman Review

Sony GV-D1000 Portable MiniDV Video Walkman
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Since owning a miniDV camcorder and wishing there was a way of playing back tapes (on the TV) I've made without holding the unit in my hand 6ft from the television, this MiniDV Walkman is the answer to a prayer.
Although pricey, it does exactly as the description claims. I haven't owned it long, and although I've not tried any of the editing features it has, I can say that I'm pleased with its overall performance. As it also claims, the 4" monitor provides super clear viewing, and can be shut-off when using your TV as the monitor for viewing tapes. That saves battery power as well.
It's primarily a VCR for the MiniDV format. It records, (dubs), and plays back in forward or reverse, with excellent picture quality in 2x & slow motion. It definately IS a full-featured product, not to mention its capabilities when using the built-in memory stick slot --- mainly for converting a moving image into a still picture and to be able to view stills already taken. This brings me to the only "aw shucks" incident I've had thus far. The unit refuses to read the Sandisk pro duo mem stick I have in my SONY Cybershot camera. It claims the stick is corrupted for some srange reason.
The main reason for the 4-star rating, is that the unit does NOT come equipped with a lithium ion M-series battery... which it requires for its portability. It comes with 2-AA batteries, used to power the remote. (which is great by the way) But for about a thousand bucks you'd think they could at LEAST throw in a lithium battery!! So in order to get a half decent battery, (4 hr playback time) I had to shell out another 100 bucks! It already weighs 2 lbs; add a few more ounces for this enormous battery that looks like a growth on its backside!
Oh well, I got what I wished for, and can't complain too much for another fine & very diversified product from SONY.

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The Sony GV-D1000 video walkman does it all, recording as a digital VCR using the MiniDV format, while also playing back people's favorite clips on the included 4-inch LCD screen. The MiniDV format is a favorite among digital videographers, as it offers three times the color bandwidth of traditional VHS video, giving it enhanced clarity and realism. The device also includes a memory stick media terminal, to which a user can record digital still images in 640 x 480 resolution from videotapes, through the analog input, and from digital video. The memory stick makes it easy to transfer images to personal computers for e-mailing, printing, or sharing with other digital devices. The recorder also includes an iLink output for direct transfer between two devices equipped with an IEEE 1394 interface, such as computers, camcorders, or digital VCRs.
Other features include an MPEG movie memory mode--which captures compressed MPEG1 video with audio onto a memory stick--a USB port that delivers streaming video over the Internet, and an editing mode for manipulating up to 20 scenes. Users can convert analog NTSC video to digital format through the analog inputs, or directly to a PC using the iLink interface. The GV-D1000 doesn't skimp on audio, either, offering 12-bit/16-bit recording that sounds as clear as a compact disc.
Users will also appreciate the crystal-clear pause mode and slow motion playback, along with the playback zoom that allows editors to enlarge, crop, and resize images. The unit also includes an index titler for creating movie titles and a built-in 4k integrated circuit memory chip.
What's in the Box GV-D1000 digital video walkman, AC power adapter, AV cables, remote control, two AA batteries, CD-ROM drivers (Pixela, ImageMixer 1.0), user's manual.

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VisionTek TV Wonder HD 650 USB TV Dual Tuner/Recorder Review

VisionTek TV Wonder HD 650 USB TV Dual Tuner/Recorder
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I was able to get this tuner during a 24 sale the weekend after Thanksgiving at a VERY good price (over 50% off) and I have been very happy that I did. To be honest, this model was on my short list to start with but the price made it a no brainer. I've been using this tuner daily since the first week of December when I first installed it and have had very few issues with it.
For the record, I have used this on two different software installs: Windows Vista Ultimate 32-bit and the Windows 7 32-bit Beta.
Pros:
Easy integration with Media Center both under Vista and Windows 7. In fact, it's been better under the Windows 7 Beta Media Center than under Vista!
Easy hardware set up. Plug it into your computer, install drivers, and plug in a TV and radio antenna and you're set. No needs to worry about the hardware aspect (minus turning the antenna in some cases).
Onboard MPEG-2 decoding that takes some of the pressure off of your CPU and other components.
Not very steep hardware requirements for your PC.
Can be used with other Media PC DVR software suites.
Great HD picture!
Cons:
The included Catalyst Media software is very buggy.
Cannot get the included remote to work.
As alluded to under cons the Catalyst Media software is more than a little buggy, both under Vista and Windows 7. It will work, most of the time. However, if you're like me "most of the time" just won't cut it if you're counting on it to record shows when you're away from your PC. Further, the Catalyst software does not seem to be able to display on a 16:10 ration display such as my LG LCD 22 incher. The upside is that if you play the recorded content back in another application such as Windows Media Player the aspect ratios are correct. It's just very distracting, to me at least, when watching live TV.
After two days of trying to get used to Catalyst I decided to seek out alternatives and settled on two. The first was Beyond TV and then Windows Media Center (Vista). Beyond TV works much better than the included software, produces a better picture quality, and has the correct aspect ratios. Windows Media Center under Vista has just a tad under the quality of Beyond TV. To me it was worth it to rely on Media Center after the trial period of Beyond TV was over as I wasn't ready to pay $40 more than I paid for the tuner for a software package.
My only complaint using under Media Center with Vista was the lack of the digital sub channels that many station simulcast. This is a problem with Vista and not the tuner so I do not ding the tuner for it.
The tuner really started to shine though under Windows 7 Beta, of all things! Media Center under 7 is more feature complete than it is under Vista and displays all the digital sub-channels and records in better quality (max quality under settings) than under any of the previously used software packages. In fact, even though the Catalyst software is installed under Windows 7 I have only used it once in the last month and rely totally on Media Center for my TV recording.
Now on to some of the issues some may have with this tuner.
I do not have cable so I rely on over-the-air broadcasts for my TV viewing. At first I was using my old trusty rabbit ear antenna figuring that I live less than 8 miles from the three main broadcast antennas for my television market. This was a mixed bag of results. The three main stations came in fine but I had "issues" picking up others such as the local PBS station. A quick run to the store to pick up an amplified antenna (RCA ANT1450B Multi-Directional Digital Flat Amplified Home Theater Antenna (Black)) and I was in business on all my local stations.
One other issues is my inability to get the included remote control to work. The poor documentation that comes with the tuner offers no help in this regard and I've given up. I don't really listen to FM radio so other than testing it to make sure it works once I've not used that feature.
Overall, this is an excellent choice for someone looking to setup HDTV recording on their computer in either a home media center setup or on their desktop machine for casual watching.


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Caselogic ABS-11 Black Back Seat Organizer Review

Caselogic ABS-11 Black Back Seat Organizer
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I wasn't sure about ordering this since the one review was pretty negative; but, I decided to try it anyway. It shipped super fast and I installed it right away. My 4 year old daughter likes to have all of her "important" things at arms reach in the car, so I needed something to organize the clutter. I ordered 2, but think I will only need one now that it's in. I'll give the other one to my husband for his car. The pockets are pretty big--we put a good sized fleece blanket in the largest part. There is room for a couple of drink bottles, wipes, movies and a couple of small toys. And, I love the umbrella holder. Her little Dora umbrella fits perfectly.
Overall, a great product. Now, lets see how durable it will be. I will write another review if I find that it doesn't wear and tear well.


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Case Logic is obsessed with organization. No matter who you are, what toys, tools or technology you have, where you are, or where you are going, Case Logic is your partner in managing the things that matter to you. We are the "stuff wranglers" that make life easier.The Caselogic Back Seat Organizer (Black) uses a patented adjustable buckle attachment system to easily attach to most seat backs. Features a CD player pocket with slip pockets that hold 3 CDs and a large mesh pocket perfect for maps or magazines. Secure drink holder, two small mesh pockets and a catch-all pocket allow easy access to frequently used items and convenient umbrella holder make organization in your car easy. 25 Year Warranty.

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HD Multimedia Player - Your Replacement Blue-Ray/DVD player Review

HD Multimedia Player - Your Replacement Blue-Ray/DVD player
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PROS:
Played everything I threw at it.
Just as described, fully loaded with every connection you would need. HDMI and USB connection functioned well.
I added an spare 2.5" HD I had laying around but it didn't recognize it. A USB FAT32 drive worked without issue.
Appears to have a torrent down-loader built in.
Appears to have some kind of network functionality.CONS:
NO MANUAL OR OTHER DOCUMENTATION INCLUDED!!!
Contacted Amazon and was told to contact the seller. Contacted the seller and instead of just providing the manual I was told contact Amazon for resolution. Although most of the functions are self explanatory the networking component is a little fuzzy. I am not sure if this will stream from a PC or will just download from the internet as there was NO MANUAL!! There are areas of the menu that are in Chinese so I have no idea what the section is for. If some instruction was provided it appears this would be a pretty handy device but it wasn't so it going back.

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HD Multimedia Player is a full combination solution for all other media players, it is a replacement DVD/Blue-ray player. Follow the simple instructions and get started today. SPECIFICATIONS: 1. Supports picture formats jpeg, m-jpeg, png, tiff, bmp viewing 2. Supports audio formats mp3, wma, ape playing 3. Supports video formats RM, RMVB, AVI, MPEG1 (VCD), MPEG2 (DVD, HD), MPEG4, H264-HD etc. playing (.dat, .avi, .mpg, .mkv, .rm, .rmvb, .vob, .ts, .m2ts, .mp4, .swf) 4. Supports internet movie downloading & playing 5. Supports wifi 6. Supports standard RJ45 internet cable connection (IP auto setiing, or manual setting) 7. Dobule USB port and SD/SDHC/MMC/MS card slot 8. HDMI 1.3 connection (Output 480P, 720P, 1080P) 9. Built-in HDD position for 2.5" SATA Hard disk, storage up to 500GB 10. Supports file copings among USB flash memory, SD/MMC cards, and portable HDD) 11. File systems FAT, FAT32, NTFS supported 12. Wall-hanging designACCESSORIES:Remote ControlAv CableAAA BatteryOperation ManualAC Power Adaptor

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