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5/30/2012

Sony STR-DH800 7.1-Channel Audio Video Receiver (Black) Review

Sony STR-DH800 7.1-Channel Audio Video Receiver (Black)
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I know just enough about Audio to be dangerous but I'm not a true audiophile (or whatever they're called). So I don't know how an average person would figure this out when it took me an hour and a half on the phone with Sony support before THEY figured it out.
Now this is my second Sony receiver and I purchased this one specifically to go along with my brand new Sony BDP-S360 Blu Ray player. I used brand new HDMI category 2 cables into the receiver and then out to my Sony HDTV. This is suppossed to be the BEST way to get true no-loss sound decoding and picture. Well I was shocked when my receiver was NOT decoding DTS audio. All Dolby Digital tracks were playing in perfect 5.1 surround sound...the DTS tracks played back in Linear PCM stereo. So after I read the manuals, updated the firmware and set everything right then trying a few DVDs and Blu Ray discs I contacted Sony Support via email. Several exchanges later they asked me to call in to better troubleshoot my issue. First I talked to the blu ray guy (since I wasn't sure which device was causing the issue) and after resetting the player and checking all the setting I was transfered to the Audio department. Once again we reset the machine to factory setting, checked all the set ups and still nothing changed (Did I mention that I had to unhook and reconnect several cables and I even had an optical cable running to my old Sony Reciever?). Then 1 1/2 hours into the phone call he asked if I was getting audio through the TV speakers which I was and he said "oh its set to TV + Amp". So we changed that setting to just "Amp" and bingo...DTS surround sound!! I said "but that's the factory default setting". He told me where the info was in the manual but I checked an NOWHERE in the manual does it say that when using the receiver as a passthrough via HDMI inorder to decode a DTS signal the receiver must be set to "Amp" only and not the default setting of "TV + Amp". What the...??
So now the receiver works great even decoding the new DTS-HD Master Audio off my "Watchmen" Blu Ray disc. But be warned that if you use the HDMI inputs to decode your surround sound be sure to change the system to "Amp" instead of the default "TV + Amp" unless you enjoy stereo sound from your suround sound system. This may be the case for other Sony receivers so be aware when buying that factory default setting may not allow for optimum performance and the Sony guys might not be aware of this little fact if you call them.

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The STR-DH800 7.1 Channel A/V Receiver delivers the Full HD 1080 experience to a home theater system. This newly designed 1080p A/V Receiver features 7 HD inputs including 4 HDMI inputs with "Active Intelligence" that allow the desire for more HD content to grow. In addition, the STR-DH800 is compatible with 24p True Cinema technology video signals and decodes uncompressed audio formats (Dolby TrueHD/dts Master Audio/LPCM via HDMI) making it compatible with Blu-ray DiscPlayers , the PlayStation 3 Technology and other HD sources. Simply plug in the optional S-Air transmitter and turn on the AirStation client (sold separately) and listen to your favorite music in another room or in multiple rooms.

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5/19/2012

Sony DRBT22 Wireless Stereo Headset Review

Sony DRBT22 Wireless Stereo Headset
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Works with iPhone 3G/GS with caveats (see update below).
Just bought these along with the TMR-BT8 iPod adapter. Pairing is very easy. While the headphones are off, hold down the power button for 7 seconds or when the pink and blue lights are blinking. The pairing code is 0000.
In addition to my 5th gen iPod, I also paired it with my Razr V3xx and Thinking T61p. No problems at all and the sound is as clear as with my wired headphones. These headphones do not have very much bass but it's much better than average in-the-ear types. The treble range is pretty good and better than average as well. Wireless range is very good, as long as there aren't too many obstacles. I was able to go at least 40 feet away with no cutting out at all. Simply amazing. Other features include controlling devices with the jog dial and volume buttons, which I was able to do with all 3 of my devices. I have not tried making or receiving a call from them yet but I don't perceive that I will have any problems. But with all the good, there's always a little bad. The control buttons do not feel firm and makes the whole thing seem fragile. In general I am careful with my electronics so this will not be a problem. I could see using these at the gym but I wouldn't drop them or place undue stress on them. This one is minor but the charger looks like it was designed to be compact but the prongs do not fold in and away. I could see traveling with these headphones on a business trip and being able to drop it in my laptop case would've been nice. And lastly, at this price, they should've included a case, preferably a hard plastic one.
Pros:
1. Easy pairing between devices
2. Very good wireless range
3. Intuitive controls
4. Battery life seems to be very good so far
5. Clear sound with no cutting out
6. Better than average sound quality
Cons:
1. Seems a little fragile
2. Prongs do not fold in on compact AC charger
3. No case included
UPDATE (8/11/08):
Now that I've had these headphones for 8 months, I found out that I can pair my phone and iPod simultaneously. I can be listening to the iPod and when a call comes in, the iPod pauses, and I can take the call. Once the call is over, the iPod resumes playing.
UPDATE (11/5/08):
These headphones work with my iPhone 3G but with caveats. First, you must use the Sony TMR-BT8 iPod adapter. You CANNOT just pair through the iPhone's built-in bluetooth AND you must not have it set to "on" before using the Sony adapter. It's probably best not to have bluetooth turned on at all. Second, you must have the adapter in and be in iPod mode before turning on headphones or they won't pair up. Third, you can get phone calls but they will not go through the headphones. And as with all previous iPhone accessories, you will be told that the adapter is an older accessory and may not work, do you want airplane mode. Just select "no" and don't worry about it. I think I covered all of the caveats. What is nice is that you can use the A2DP functions of the headphones like play/stop/FF/RW and volume, you will hear the phone ring in the headphones, and the music will resume once your call is over.
UPDATE (9/28/09):
iPhone ONLY. Now with the 3.0 firmware upgrade, there is no need for the Sony TMR-BT8 iPod adapter anymore. However, while you can play/stop music, you do not have prev/next or reverse/fast-forward functions. I recently upgraded to the iPhone 3GS and still no go on those functions. Hopefully this gets fixed in a future firmware upgrade.

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The DR-EX230DP includes a handsfree stereo headset for communicating online with its in-line microphone and an included carrying case for easy portability. The great-sounding earbud headphones feature 9mm driver units and three silicone earbud sizes for the perfect fit. Your next trip suddenly sounds a whole lot better.

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5/18/2012

Sony BRAVIA DAV-HDX285 5.1-Channel Theater System (Black) Review

Sony BRAVIA DAV-HDX285 5.1-Channel Theater System (Black)
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I bought this product but am not using it for any kind of video display so I can't speak to it for that. I'm using it as a sound system for my ipod and computer and it hasn't let me down. The sound really packs a punch and is really nice if you use the right equalizer to get the proper balance in sound. The only drawback is that it doesn't put out any sound when using these functions through the center speaker so really its just like having a 4.1 system unless you use it as a surround system for a tv. It goes pretty loud considering i haven't really gone above 22 volume even though it goes up to 34. The balance is really good, although I tend to like a little more bass in my music, which it offers plenty of. Great system that isn't too pricey. Would recommend to anyone who wants an easy way to get out of having to use a 2.1 system on a laptop.

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Make your movies come alive with the DAV-HDX285 BRAVIA theater system. It combines a 5-disc DVD/CD changer, 1000 watts of home theater power, and an included iPod dock for enjoying your tunes in a big way. With the optional S-AIR receiver/speakers system, you can now easily send your music wirelessly to another room in your home. Using exclusive Sony S-AIR technology, multi-room audio distribution is a cinch to set up. The DAVHDX285 can even control a select number of BRAVIA televisions with BRAVIA Sync via the HDMI interface. In other words, you can control your components easily with just one remote while maintaining the proper settings in each. Also, HDMI interface up scales DVD media up to 1080p This BRAVIA System optimizes speaker placement in just 30 seconds with Digital Cinema Auto Calibration.

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5/09/2012

Sony SRS-BTM30 Bluetooth Wireless Speaker Review

Sony SRS-BTM30 Bluetooth Wireless Speaker
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I purchased these speakers after much reading on Amazon and other places. The average rating here on Amazon for these was among the highest.
I received them and was very excited to start listening to "better sounding" music than what I was getting out of my 5-year old, $25 "no name" (non Bluetooth) speakers.
I can live with the size, though they are bulkier than I would prefer. First time pairing my Blackberry Tour worked as described in the manual.
Unfortunately subsequent pairing is a manual process. Every other Bluetooth device I have is immediately detected by my Blackberry for pairing when I turn the Bluetooth device on. Not so with the Sony speakers. I have to turn the speakers on, then manually go into my Bluetooth settings on the Blackberry and select the Sony speakers to manually connect. Since a large part of why I bought these speakers was convenience, this is definitely an issue for me. I was anticipating turning the Sony speakers on and having automatic pairing with my Blackberry.
And then the music started playing. The proprietary Bass Boost these speakers have is horrible. It's way too much and what's worse is there is no way to turn it off on the speakers. The suggestion for compensating for the lousy Bass Boost in the manual is to alter the settings of your player on your MP3 device. I don't think this is an acceptable "fix". On my Blackberry, in order to get anything remotely pleasing to the ear, I have to choose a setting of "reduced bass". But when I pair my Blackberry with any other music streaming device the sound quality is lousy because of the setting and I have to go in and change it. Additionally, for programs like Slacker Radio, there isn't even an option for changing the settings on the Blackberry so I'm stuck with full-throttle, lousy, proprietary Bass Boost.
If there had been an option built into the speakers to turn this off I would be giving this product 4 stars. And if the speakers automatically paired when in proximity and turned on, I would have given them 5 stars.
The volume isn't anything to write home about but then again I wasn't expecting that from speakers this size. They are adequate for in house use (my kitchen) or sitting on the back deck. I don't know that they would fit the bill for a decent sized cookout but haven't tried so don't know for sure.
If I didn't already have another set of portable speakers to compare with, I probably would have been pleased with these. But my no-name, $25 speakers actually sound better, are more portable and have a "3D" sound effect that can be turned on and off on the speakers themselves, and the "3D" sound effect actually greatly improves the quality of the music without me having to change settings on my Blackberry.
I'll be returning these and trying another product...most likely the Altec Lansing. They were the first speakers that caught my eye so hopefully they'll be more in line with my expectations.
As one last note, I am not an audiophile by any stretch...I don't consider myself to be overly picky with the quality of my music. I do think I have a "sensitive" ear when it comes to bass, however. I don't mind "natural" bass in my music, but enhanced bass is not for me.

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COMPACT & LIGHTWEIGHT BLUETOOTH SPEAKER WORKS WITH MOST BLUETOOTH -ENABLED MP3 PLAYERS 48MM NEODYMIUM MAGNET UNIT BLUETOOTH VERSION 2.0 MEGA BASS SOUND POWER OUTPUT: 6W INCLUDES REMOTE CONTROL POWERED BY INCLUDED AC ADAPTER OR 3 AA BATTERIES (NOT INCLUDED)

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5/07/2012

Sony DAV-HDX500/i BRAVIA Home Theater System Review

Sony DAV-HDX500/i BRAVIA  Home Theater System
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Very pleased so far. Sounds great, plenty of power to rock your media room, and was easy to set up. There's an on-screen setup feature that lets you easily customize the setup for your particular room configuration. An included microphone lets you do a push-button fine-tuning of the sound relative to speaker placement. It's cool to see the system report exactly how far all the speakers are away from the microphone.
I also purchased the wireless surround kit from Sony. Setup for this was also pretty simple, and was supported by the HDX500 system.
Remote is typical Sony - lots of buttons. But fairly intuitive thus far.
The digital media port works well with the different generations of iPods we have in the house. On-screen graphics are very rudimentary, however, which is a big departure from the iPod interface.
There are a bunch of different sound fields that could be better described in the on-screen system or in the manual.

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As a leader in products with HDMI connectivity, Sony has created BRAVIA Theater Sync Technology to go beyond simple audio and video transmission. When combined with a selected number of BRAVIA LCD televisions and other Sony audio and video products, control functions will be transmitted via the HDMI cable. With One Touch Play operations, several steps have been reduced to one. Press the PLAY button on the remote, watch the audio and/or the video component(s) turn on, then the BRAVIA television will turn on and switch to the correct video input. Simple...Easy...BRAVIA Home Theater System.

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5/02/2012

Sony HTCT500 3.1 Speaker System with Complete Built-In A/V Receiver (Black) Review

Sony HTCT500 3.1 Speaker System with Complete Built-In A/V Receiver (Black)
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This is one slick little soundbar/subwoofer combination. A significant improvement over the previous offering, the CT100. The sound bar is bigger than that model and feels like it is better constructed. The subwoofer is a solid piece of work as well.
Now for the important part, sound quality. The sound quality is much better than the old model and I would say it approaches the quality of the more expensive Yamaha YSP sound bars. You will probably have to do a little tweaking with it to get it set up properly but once you do this baby will shine. Sound is strong from both the soundbar and the subwoofer. The subwoofer is where your connections are located. You can run your dvd/blu ray player and your cable box (among others) to the sub and then the sub will run an HDMI cable to the tv. You can pretty much plug anything into the back of the sub as there are three HDMI inputs, two component inputs and a composite input along with the normal cable tv coax.
One thing to keep in mind. This will not surpass the surround quality of a good quality seperate sound system with multiple speakers. But then again most buyers should know that from the start. This is an option for people who don't want speakers all over the place or who have space issues which make a soundbar solution the best option. I rated this item 5 stars in comparison to other soundbar solutions, not compared to a surround system with multiple speakers. While there are some better sounding soundbars they are at least twice as much if not more expensive. For the quality and price this is an excellent soundbar option.

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Experience surround sound with fewer speakers and wires. Add in the full functionality and connections of an A/V receiver and bring excitement to movies and video games. Featuring five HD inputs, three of those HDMI connections with Active Intelligence, S-AIR multi-room audio capability, on-screen user interface, set-up, control and connectivity of the home theater has never been easier. Its flat TV centric design allows the sound bar to blend in.

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3/24/2012

Sony SRS RF930RK - Wireless speaker system Review

Sony SRS RF930RK - Wireless speaker system
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I did read other reviews before I purchased. Like other mentioned, it will turn itself off after about 3-4 minutes after a popping noise, if there is no audio source input. You can plug your MP3 player directly to speaker as well. I don't have any problem to hook it up with 3 audio sources: one from my PC, one from my MP3 palyer, and one from my cellphone. I listen my music any where within my house (about 150 feets) without any problem. If I take it over 150 feets, there is a hissing sound. I give it 4 stars for this reason. Buy it if you love to listsen your music in bathroom, backyard, and basement... as I do.
Sound is good quality.Can't beat the price, either... Since my music library is on my pc, it just made sense to use the pc as the source.

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The SRSRF930RK is a wireless system that eliminates the need for cables. Powered by a built-in rechargeable battery, this speaker system is simple to use and completely portable. Its convenient and compact one-piece design is perfect for use at home and on the go. Inputs on the transmitter allow connection to your PC or an additional audio device.PRODUCT FEATURES:900MHz RF wireless speaker system eliminates need to run wires from room-to-room;Up to approximately 46m-signal reception range;Built-in rechargeable Ni-MH batteries;Recharge easily with supplied transmitter-charger;Compact one-piece design for easy portability and use;Two inputs for connecting both PC and portable audio player;One direct analog audio input on main body;Magnetically shielded;Total output power 2W; 57mm neodymiun magnet unit.

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3/13/2012

Sony ALTUS ALT-SA32PC - Wireless PC multimedia speakers Review

Sony ALTUS ALT-SA32PC - Wireless PC multimedia speakers
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Overall, the reason I bought this set was because I was drawn in by the wireless feature of this system. It ultimately delivers on this aspect, but the product does have some shortcomings. Here are some pros and cons
PROS
- GREAT price offered on Amazon(one of the biggest pros...I think if you buy it from [...] Buy it is probably $250.
- The wireless speakers are pretty attractive and have a nice sleek, polished look
- Relatively easy to set up - if you just want to play from your PC directly
- Wireless signal is great; I put one upstairs in my room and there was no interference
CONS
- speaker quality is mediocre; namely, the bass power on these guys is weak - but it is expected. However, as long as your house isn't too large, the sound should travel well enough
- In order to play your iTunes playlists directly off the components themselves, need to spend some time setting up the system. Even when you do, the interface isn't really isn't as straightforward to use as I would have liked.
- Power outlets for each speaker unit are pretty large (minor)
Overall, decent product, but definitely not perfect; you get what you pay for!

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Enjoy music across multiple rooms with the ALT-SA32PC wireless multi-room music system for PC. A perfect companion to your notebook or desktop computer, this music system streams your favorite songs on your PC to two included high-output premium speakers. Powered by S-AIR digital wireless technology, the multi-room music system for PC makes it a breeze to enjoy your music everywhere, with wires nowhere.

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2/22/2012

JLab USB Laptop Speakers - Portable, Compact, Travel Notebook Speaker for PC and Mac - B-Flex Hi-Fi Stereo USB Laptop Speaker - Pearl White Review

JLab USB Laptop Speakers - Portable, Compact, Travel Notebook Speaker for PC and Mac - B-Flex Hi-Fi Stereo USB Laptop Speaker - Pearl White
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Great sound from a little package. This is the tiniest unit and you would never guess but it has a huge sound for it's size. I have an Acer laptop which I love. It's performance is practically flawless --- Except the speakers, which are the worst. You can barely hear music from them. So I purchased these speakers for a boost in sound and they work great. I think they're priced a little high, but they do have a tremendous sound for the size. Very portable and easy to take along.I would recommend them for the traveler. There a great addition for a laptop with low sound performance and very portable.

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Need better sound from your laptop? The B-Flex is an ultra compact and stylish USB speaker on a flex cable that WIRED magazine says "Puts laptop speakers to shame." The B-Flex generates amazing sound quality using only the power from your USB port, without batteries or wires. Engineered for portability and performance, this handy speaker utilizes 2 digital amplifiers and 2 full range high output micro drivers to achieve crystal clear sound and surprisingly powerful volume. It's easy to use...just plug it in to your USB, flex it to your desired position, and enjoy incredible sound! It's ideal for enjoying MP3s, DVDs, Internet Radio, YouTube, and Gaming, on the go or while traveling. The B-Flex is also used by tens of thousands of people for business and educational purposes, to enhance presentations during training, sales, board room meetings, and at trade shows. Plug and play for PC and Mac, laptops and desktops, and even works on Linux. The only product of its kind, this amazing gadget has been featured in the NY Times, on ABC News, in WIRED magazine, and on virtually every gadget site in the world. Makes a great gift! Available in Black, White, Pink, Red, and Silver. Please check Technical Details above for compatibility updates before puchasing.

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2/17/2012

Audiovox DT102A 10.2-Inch DVD Shuttle (Pewter) Review

Audiovox DT102A 10.2-Inch DVD Shuttle (Pewter)
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I bought this Audiovox DT102A DVD player with the car docking station set up brand new at Circuit City and had them install it 4 1/2 years ago. We also bought a pair of headphones and it came with a nice carry bag as well.
My family has logged hundreds of hours on this player while traveling thousands of minivan miles over this time. It is durable and the coolest feature is that it pops easily out of the docking station to take into the hotel room, or wherever else to utilize as a true portable DVD player. Now how smart is that?!
I paid about $900 for the whole set-up 4 1/2 years ago and am now buying a new car and searching for another one. It was worth every cent then and they are going for a great price now--wow!
You will not regret this if you like the portability option.

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The DT102A portable DVD player features a large 10.2 lcd screen. This kit includes car headrest carrying case, credit card size wireless remote and complete cabling with car adapter for the unit.

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2/03/2012

Sony AIRSA10 S-AIR Speaker System - Black Review

Sony AIRSA10 S-AIR Speaker System - Black
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This has to be one of our best gifts to us from Santa ever! It comes with 2 speakers - we bought an extra one and liked it so much, we just ordered an other one. You can change the song from any speaker, each speaker has volume control and on/off switch. When not in use, it displays the time. It looks sharp and the sound is unbelievable. The best part is you can move a speaker outside or basement or garage anywhere....

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Just plug in the S-AIR speaker system and you are ready to stream audio to another room from your compatible Sony home theater system. The S-AIR speaker system features a one line LCD Display, a clock function, and is equipped with controls for volume and the audio source you are listening to.

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11/12/2011

Sony DRBT101/BLK Over-the-Head Style Stereo Bluetooth Headset Review

Sony DRBT101/BLK Over-the-Head Style Stereo Bluetooth Headset
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I am by no means an audiophile, but I was very impressed with these headphone from Sony. As others have said the Bass is by no means deep, but it is acceptable for headphones. Music listening was a joy with these as I was able to move around my house and still be connected (Isn't Bluetooth great). My main reason for getting them was to listen to movies and TV on my desktop and laptop, the pairing was a cinch with both of my computers. The sound quality was very good for both movies and TV, there was also no lag that I noticed between the headphone sound and the actors lips (sometimes happens with wireless things). The fit of these headphones was perfect for my head, they fit snugly but not too tight, they stayed put with movement (Standing, walking, head bobbing to music). Overall I am very happy with these Sony Bluetooth Headphones, I would recommend these to anyone looking for a nice low cost wireless alternative for use with a PC.
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Say goodbye to cumbersome cords and listen to your music in style with the DR-BT101 Bluetooth wireless stereo headset. The perfect companion to your Bluetooth-enabled device, this lightweight headset features a built-in microphone with echo cancellation for crystal-clear audio and clear voice technology for improved voice reception. Offering up to 11 hours of talk time and music listening, this headset can be conveniently charged through a standard USB connection (cord included).
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10/18/2011

Mambate Agptek High Quality 5 in 1 Wireless Stereo Review

Mambate Agptek High Quality 5 in 1 Wireless Stereo
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I recently bought these headphones due to the fact my cat managed to destroy my 60 dollar sony headphones. The sound quality of these headphones is acceptable when plugged directly into the audio source. When the headphones are put into wireless mode, the sound becomes muffled. It must be noted, however, that when testing these headphones, I was dealing with a lot of wireless devices in the immediate area (keyboard, mouse, routers, phones, and all the devices of my several neighbors.) It is quiet possible that when dealing with less interference the quality could improve.
The headphones run off of 4 AAA batteries (2 in the headphones, and 2 in the receiver), although you can use the headphones without any batteries if you are using them with a wire from the audio source. The idea of using batteries in the wireless receiver surprised me, although there are advantages to this. First off, the receiver does not take up a wall power socket and you can use it anywhere, but the downside is you will have to switch out batteries eventually. I have not owned the product long enough to test its power consumption.
The headphones themselves are fairly comfortable, and are designed to naturally muffle out any noise, although they do not have noise canceling built into them. They are a bit bulky, and if you are trying to look fashionable wearing these while jogging or trying to sneak these into a classroom, look for another product.
Here are a few pros and cons of the product, for the lazy people who just want a bulletin style review.
Pros
-CHEAP! Very affordable for wireless headphones
-Versatile, with different options. Allows you to use them wirelessly OR wired.
-Decent sound quality when wired (nothing to get too excited about)
-Fairly Comfortable
-Comes with a Y adapter and a 3.5 mm to 2.5 mm adapter.
Cons
-Muffles sound quality when used wirelessly.
-Requires 4 AAA batteries to use wireless capabilities
-Looks bulky, and not sleek.For what you're paying, this is a pretty good product. Don't expect it to compete with Bose or Sony's headphones, which are much more expensive headphones. Overall, I'm pretty happy with the product and recommend it to a buyer on a budget.

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=>High sensitivity, interference resistance, strong signal, outstanding performance, effective range over 8m,and reception beyond obstacle of wall.
=>Bass speaker for great enjoyment
=>Hi-Fi for beautiful sound.
=>Features:
->100% BRAND NEW!
->Wireless Earphone Wireless reception from any electrical device with audio output such as full-channel TV sound, PC, game player, DVD player, VCD player, audio device, MP3 player, and CD player. Full-channel TV sound: What will you do if there is your favorite TV program but worry about disturbing others? Use of the wireless earphone enables you to watch wonderful TV program with mute function.
->Wireless Net Chat It's perfect audio-chat tool, provides infinite enjoyment
->FM Radio The headset can be used as FM radio separately, search and lock channels automatically.
->Wired Earphone Equipped with audio cable ,the receiver can be used as a wired earphone.
->Wireless Monitoring Place the emitter near baby, old people and sick people who need care, and the sound of the cared people can be heard with the receiver, for easy care.
=>Technical Specifications:
->Receiver Frequency range: 86 - 108 MHz Reception Mode: FM distortion: =Emitter Emission Frequency: 86 +- MHzModulation Mode: FMEmission Distance: up to 19m Reception from any audio and visual equipment with audio out socket, such as TV set, audio device, DVD/VCD player, mmultimedia PC, etc. Power Supply: 2 x AAA batteries or 4.5 DC (not included).
=>Package Included:1 x Wireless Headphone. 1 x FM Transmitter (stand). 1 x Audio Cable. 1 x User's Manual

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10/04/2011

Sentry Wireless Headphones HO800 Review

Sentry Wireless Headphones HO800
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I bought these headphones a few weeks ago for $17 and I am pretty impressed. I was looking a pair for over $100 and decided to get these and if they didn't work I would just buy the other. They are made kinda cheap but they work good. I can get clear sound in the surrounding rooms. sometimes when I turn my head I will get static but other than that the sound is great. The other thing is that the headphones get uncomfortable after a while because they are not very deep so your ear rests on the hard inner of the headphone. I use them all the time and would recommend them to my friends. Excellent headphones for $17

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9/20/2011

Sony DRBT100CX/BLU Ear Bud Style Stereo Bluetooth Headset Review

Sony DRBT100CX/BLU Ear Bud Style Stereo Bluetooth Headset
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I had reservations about this product when I purchased it on-line, but I had been searching for a wireless or semi wireless stereo headset that fits my modest but specific requirements, so I tried it out, and I really like it.
Unlike other Bluetooth stereo headset devices I have tried, this little unit has great range. Others I've tried had a difficult time streaming audio at the distance from my head to my hand with my arm extended at 90 degrees, which is of little use to me. With the DRBT100CX, I can place my mobile device in my pocket or even walk away from it an easy 30 meters with excellent streaming clarity.
The ear buds fit comfortably and I can manually adjust the amount of ambient noise I want to hear by adjusting how snugly I put them in my ears. This is important because there are times you need to be aware of the sounds around you, and there are times you just want to drown everything out. And because the ear buds are corded, the Bluetooth transmitter doesn't have to be pressed against the back of my skull or hanging behind my ear; I can clip it to my shirt sleeve or waist band. While the precise health risks of Bluetooth transmissions are somewhat unknown, I'd just as soon limit the proximity to my head.
It's extremely light weight with a compact form factor, and the simplicity of the miniature joystick control is brilliant, even for my huge hands and fingers. So far, it appears to be quite efficient with power usage, and I love that it recharges via USB, with the USB charge cable included.
There is one item that I would consider to be a significant design flaw that Sony should fix if they design another (even smaller) version, and I hope that they do. The built-in, plastic spring loaded clip used to clip it onto your cloths, etc., is far too flimsy for even casual use. On my unit, the clip broke off at the hinge and it's just too tiny and delicate to attempt any type of lasting repair. I happened to have a small Velcro strap with a metal clip on it, the kind you might see threaded through the hole of an identification badge clipped to one's jacket lapel, which works perfectly for me, actually better than the original.
The price seems a bit high, but because this unit fits my needs, I use it all the time, so I'm comfortable that it was a good purchase. I have to deduct from the rating, not just because my clip broke, but because Sony should have given more realistic consideration to the design, for that price.


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Convenient standard USB charging (cable included) Sony DRBT100CX/BLU Ear Bud Style Stereo Bluetooth Headset has a Receiver with built-in microphone for use with phone (Hands-Free) function.

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7/31/2011

Sony HTSF470 Blu-ray Disc Matching Surround Sound Home Theater System (Black) Review

Sony HTSF470 Blu-ray Disc Matching Surround Sound Home Theater System (Black)
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Great sound.
Great 5.1 functionality.
Great value.
I have mine teamed with a 46" Samsung C6300 LED LCD and a Sony Playstation 3. I love the fact that I'm down to one HDMI input feeding my new TV for all input sources. . .they all go through the Sony HT-SF470.
Complaints: When I bought the product, I assumed that the rear speakers would work wirelessly without an additional purpose. Note, that to use the S-AIR functionality with this product, one needs to buy a transmitter to plug into the HT-SF470 receiver and a receiver for your powered speakers that get served. I also agree with the previous reviewer about how the system lacks a graphical menu. Finally, and perhaps most needlessly frustrating, I hate that Sony doesn't leave you enough wire for their rear speakers. There's nothing worse that to give up on an optimal setup because you don't have enough wire. Also, Sony uses speaker wire with proprietary connectors(more costly and hard to find upgrades).
Still a good value for the price. . .beware that they attempt to suck you in to future purchases by giving you a nearly complete system.


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Complete your entertainment experience with 5.1 channels of high-quality surround sound and support for wireless rear speakers4 with the Sony HT-SF470 3D Matching Blu-ray Disc Surround Sound System.2 Features 3D compatibility so you can enjoy incredible 3D sports, games and movies like never before.2 Connect multiple HD or 3D devices using a single HDMI cable per device (sold separately) and turn this sound bar system into your entertainment "hub".1 Elegant floor standing speakers and beautifully sleek monolithic design make it a great compliment to the Sony BRAVIA 3D HDTVs

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7/16/2011

Sony BRAVIA KDL40HX800 40-Inch 1080p 240 Hz 3D-Ready LED HDTV, Black Review

Sony BRAVIA KDL40HX800 40-Inch 1080p 240 Hz 3D-Ready LED HDTV, Black
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From the moment I opened the box, it was obvious I had made the right choice. This TV oozes quality in every single way.
The display is wonderful. It's not a matte display, but it has a relatively low reflection, not obnoxiously glossy like recent Apple products. The picture looks gorgeous, even off angle, and the unit and base have a high gloss black finish.
The features are well covered in the specs above (Netflix HD streaming capability, YouTube, a built in TV Guide using online data, DLNA support to play media off your PC over the network, 3D)
Looking for downsides, the use of the large 300x300 VESA mount is unfortunate, the display is lightweight and really doesn't need such a large mount. The built-in stand uses a separate mount that is much smaller, and you could make your own plate or L bracket for the display to slide onto.
The TV menus are in the style of a PS3 (XMB), but some of the animations are unacceptably slow. Perhaps this can be improved in a later firmware upgrade. Also, not all menu options are available until about 30 seconds after you turn on the display.
My display says it is "Made in Mexico".
Audio:
The built-in audio is acceptable, but I suspect most will want to use external audio with this display. There's a non-obvious setting to turn on "S-Force Front Surround" mode for the internal speakers which improves the perception of sound, and by default it doesn't try to reproduce low frequency bass.
Settings:
The display works well out of the box, but if you're feeling adventurous, there are many settings for both the display and audio (scene select, four motionflow settings, mpeg noise reduction, dynamic LED, low light recovery and bright light reduction, steady sound, audio clarity settings to emphasize the human voice)
3D:
At the moment I am not impressed after using the 3D mode. Technically it works as expected with Blu-Ray or a PC with NVIDIA 3DTV Play, but the display is so bright and gorgeous on its own that I prefer 3D off. Note that you must buy an optional Sony 3D sync transmitter and Sony 3D active shutter glasses to use the 3D mode.
Don't forget to buy an HDMI cable or two!

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