Showing posts with label home audio. Show all posts
Showing posts with label home audio. Show all posts

3/10/2012

KEF Universal Wireless System (Black) Review

KEF Universal Wireless System (Black)
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The technical specs on these are already available all over the place, so I won't repeat them here. Instead, I'll give a pro and con review:
Pro:
1) Size - There are three units and each is small enough not to be a big problem to hide.
2) Set up - There is really not much to do. I was up and running in under 10 minutes. The main part attaches to your receiver speaker terminals and an AC plug. The other ends attach to each speaker and to an AC adapter (each needs its own AC plug - three in all).
3) Audio quality - Both a plus and a minus. When it works, the audio is very clear and does not really sound any different than a wired system would. HOWEVER, see my comment under the con section.
Con:
1) Interference - My baby monitor interfears with this system. I know it says it does some fancy type of frequency jumping, but the Garco monitor creates interference if it is too close to the speaker ends of the system.
2) Audio quality - This is a high end (and very expensive) system. It figures that those purchasing it will have equally high end systems. Remember how much you paid for those high end amps? None of that power is used to power the remote speakers. Instead you have an overtaxed 50 watt (I think) amp on the speaker end. For 90% of surround applications this is probably fine, but real audio nerds will not be happy with the result. Of course, would an audio nerd really ever use a wireless system? The lack of amplifier power is even more apparent if you try to use this to power a second set of main speakers. Using a McIntosh amp and mid-range Boston Acoustics speakers (VS240) the clipping was evident.
3) Wires - It should be obvious that a trully wireless system is really impossible. Each unit has a speaker wire hook-up and a dedicated AC adapter (although they aren't the massive brick type.)
4) Auto power? - Just a note that these are always on. It would be nice if they could sense a signal and turn themselves on and off (standby). I have no idea how much power these draw when off, but I imagine it isn't much.
5) Price - At the price point these are placed, I'm just not sure they really are worth it. For the same amount of money (or less) you could probably have an electrician fish some speaker wires for you.

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KEF is delighted to announce the introduction of an outstanding wireless system delivering a high-quality solution to speaker cable wiring problems. The KEF Universal Wireless System is an ideal add-on for any existing rear surround sound speaker set-up (regardless of the brand) and can also be used for stereo speakers in a hi-fi system where hiding cables is an inconvenience, especially when the amplifier is some distance from the speakers. Users can locate the speakers virtually anywhere they want to in the room whilst still receiving remarkable CD quality sound with exceptional clarity and remarkable lack of extraneous interference.

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10/19/2011

Universal Wireless Sender/Receiver Review

Universal Wireless Sender/Receiver
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I've been looking for a way to play music throughout my home, garage and patio. I used to listen to my favorite classical FM stations on cable, and it worked well; but when cable went digital it required a cable demodulator/channel-selector box at each device and there was different lag at each box, so the sound wasn't cohesive.
Now, I've installed three of these Universal Wireless Sender/Recevers and I am VERY PLEASED!! ;-)
Let me clarify some details in the Product Description... this device has a remote control, and the remote does have volume buttons, but the remote is RocketFish's generic remote, also use for receivers, and the volume control works for the receivers, this unit has line output only. And I think that the line output is a good thing. It sort of normalizes the output, so there is no power bias towards the high frequency end of the spectrum -- I plugged this into the aux port my 30 year old Sansui receiver and turned the tuner's selector knob from phono to aux and didn't have to adjust anything else. The frequency response was fabulous!
- also, the Product Description says a 6' 3.5mm-to-stereo cable is included, but it is actually 6" long - the 6" 2RCA/stereo adapter plugs onto the end of the 6' cable to go from the wireless sender/receiver to the stereo tuner/amplifier. Works perfectly.
I've got my computer in the den sending music to the stereo in the living room and the home theater system in the family room. Nice!
The included literature says "Up to 9 rooms of audio entertainment," and the remote has a channel selector, so I think that it is possible to have more than one transmitter in the group of 9 transmitter/receivers. Possibly could have the computer in the den playing iTunes, the home theater system in the family room playing the kids' favorite movie and a football game on the TV in the garage, each one connected to one of these devices, and someone in their bedroom could choose which channel they want to listen to. Kind of mind boggling.
oh, as I write this, my wife came home. She, too is pleasantly surprised. Loves having soft classical music playing throughout the house.
Enjoy!

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Transmit audio wirelessly from an audio device or equip your home theater or audio component system for use with wireless speakers using this wireless audio sender/receiver that features Rocketboost technology for crisp, low-interference sound.What's Included * RocketfishTM Wireless Sender/Receiver * 6' 3.5mm auxiliary cable * 6' 3.5mm-to-stereo RCA audio adapter * Remote * Power supply * Owner's manualCompatible with most powered speakers, audio components and home theater systems with 3.5mm or stereo RCA audio connectivity, allowing you to enjoy wireless audio anywhere in your home. Wirelessly connects speakers to your home theater or audio component system for expanding your home theater setup. Also supports transmitting audio from an audio device to a wireless-enabled system for enjoying your favorite tunes. Rocketboost technologydelivers immersive, low-interference audio and supports most audio formats, including high-definition Dolby TrueHD and DTS-HD Master Audio. Auxiliary audio input and output allow easy connection to 2 speakers using the included 3.5mm-to-stereo RCA audio adapter or to an MP3 player, CD player or other audio device. Remote allows you to control sound levels from across a room.

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6/26/2011

My TV Remote Two-in-a-box - A universal remote on your iPhone with 2 infrared devices Review

My TV Remote Two-in-a-box - A universal remote on your iPhone with 2 infrared devices
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I've used this now for a week in two rooms, and it works as promised. It saves me from having to use multiple remotes. The only downside is that adds pop up briefly in pop-up windows that block the bottom of the display, which makes it hard to see which remote keypad is displayed (TV,cable box, receiver, or DVD). It has been worth the money! It's nice that it allows you to set up configurations for each room separately. Hope that future software upgrades allow access to more of the customized features of each device such as selecting surround sound options on your receiver while watching TV. Currently just selects the default. Highly recommended.

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My TV Remote gives you and your friends a virtual couch for watching TV together. No matter where you are or what you are doing, enjoy your favorite programs with your family and friends.Ryz Media connects the TV with mobile devices to provide a richer TV watching experience. While other solutions utilize the TV screen to interact with end-users, Ryz Media enables smartphones and tablets to become an integral part of the modern home entertainment experience.At Ryz media, we believe that the TV screen is optimized for watching content. When used for browsing the Electronic Programming Guide (EPG), search, social interaction and other content related functions would compromise on the basic lean back TV watching experience.Mobile devices are a natural platform for such functionalities incorporating a display, a keyboard and an Internet connection. When multiple viewers watch the same TV, this separation of functionality becomes even more important.My TV Remote is the first easy-to-use application for the masses which combines a universal remote control with a TV program guide and a social networking experience. The application uses a small external device that plugs into the audio jack of an iPhone or iPadallowing them to control your various home entertainment devices.My TV Remote goes beyond the passive experience a universal remote provides. In addition to controlling devices from a single control point, My TV Remote allows se

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