Panasonic SC-BT300 1250W 7.1 Channel Blu-ray Disc Home Theater Sound System

HDTV is easy. Home-Theater sound systems used to be hard but Panasonic has made it easier than pie (ready-made pie). Blu-ray extends beyond HDTV in sound. HDTV has 5.1 channel ability but Blu-Ray offers 7.1 channels. The SC-BT300 boasts seven speakers to envelop viewers in a remarkably true-to-life surround sound experience. The front and center channel speakers are made with a bamboo diaphragm which provides a tightly intertwined fiber to deliver greater rigidity and accuracy, resulting in clear reproduction of sounds over a wide frequency range, from massive explosions to metallic clangs. The subwoofer features a Kelton system with a dual diameter structure to deliver a deep powerful bass. The Smart Set-up guide uses the help of GUI navigation to allow users to set up their SC-BT300 home-theater system for optimum performance. The result is being able to stay at home while enjoying a thrilling, incredibly lifelike audio performance that rivals a movie theater. The appeal of Panasonic Blu-ray products goes beyond the breathtaking pictures and sound; the networking functions open the door to new kinds of entertainment fun. The SC-BT300 can connect to the Internet for downloading bonus content available with Blu-ray Discs and for playing Internet games via BD-Live. This connectivity is further enhanced with the addition of VIERA-Cast. VIERA-Cast integrates the Amazon Video-on-Demand (VOD) online movie rental service. The Amazon VOD service joins other content options already available on VIERA-Cast, including videos from You Tube, access to online photos via Picasa Web Albums, financial information from Bloomberg News, as well as local weather updates. The possibilities are virtually endless. It comes with a Universal Dock for iPod, making it easy for iPod users to play their favorite music or video downloads. This system is also Green-friendly. It has a power-save mode to protect the green in your
Customer Review: A Great System, especially for the price
I was unsure if I should get this system due to the lack of reviews online. Most of the negative reviews I saw complain about the lack of in box wireless but say little about the sound/video. After watching Batman Begins, The Dark Knight, and Planet Earth, I can tell you that the video looks great and the sound is really impressive. Planet Earth looks amazing on it. The surround sound works very well. So far I am really satisfied with the whole setup. I highly recommend the whole unit. The only negative I can find with it is the manual. I rarely read manuals, however, there are a lot of features that are not explained real clearly for non-audiophiles. Therefore, I am not totally sure if I have it setup for the best possible sound/picture. Besides that, I am extremely satisfied.
Customer Review: somewhat disappointed
I bought a SC-BT100 at Costco and liked it fairly well. However, I was not happy to hear that I bought it a few weeks before this newer, better model was available. I bought this one on Amazon for a few hundred less than the BT100. The comparison is not completely favorable. The 100 had wireless rear surround speakers. I assumed the 300 did too. Wrong. All wired and short wires at that. It is an extra cost option and I have no idea where to get them. The sound on the 300 seems a bit less robust than on the 100, but this is subjective. Overall, the price was right and I like the speakers on stands.


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Slim External Laptop Notebook Rewriteable CD and 8X DVD +/- RW Double/Dual Layer Read/write DVD Drive USB2.0

Description:

Speed: 24x CD/CD-R/CD-RW (read), 24x CD-R (write), 24x CD-RW (write), 8x DVD (read), 8x DVD (write).

Supported CD Formats: CD Text, CD Extra, CD-DA (audio), CD-ROM XA, Photo CD, CD-ROM.

Supported Media Types: CD-ROM, CD-R, CD-RW, DVD-R, DVD-RW, DVD+RW, DVD+R, DVD+R DL

Media Load Type: Tray. Enclosure

Type: External.

Enclosure Color: blank.

Powered from the computer's USB port, no AC adapter required.

Dimensions (WxDxH): 5.6" x 6.1" x 0.75". Weight: 0.9 lbs .

Software Requirement: Windows 98SE/2000/ME/XP/Vista

USB 2.0 External Rewriteable DVD +/- RW Drive is so slim that you can put it into your pocket! No additional AC adapter and software needed, supports plug and play, this portable external DVD burner lets you can instantly watch DVDs and create DVDs, CDs with your notebooks, tablet PCs and desktop PCs. Featuring fast DVD record speeds, the Slim DVD+/-RW Drive burns at 8x speeds in DVD-R and DVD+R formats.

Plug and play, no additional software drivers needed. USB 2.0 Interface.
Customer Review: Might be a good product but I cannot tell
First the positive. The product is truly plug and play. My computer running XP recognized the drive right away without any software. This is good because the product I received did not come with any software. Additionally, the product I received did not work. The drive would not open unless I used a paper clip to engage the emergency eject and then would not read any discs of any kind. I am extremely disappointed that a brand new product did not work at all. In my opinion, that's a reflection on the craftsmanship. If you're lucky enough to get a functional drive, maybe the other reviewers are correct. My review is a warning that it could be defective and very disappointing. Order at your own risk.
Customer Review: Fast delivery
Delivery was very fast and product works great. Very small and fits into my pouch for my mini laptop. Works great with my EeePc Laptop only problem is the laptop must be plugged in to use this.


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Pioneer VSX-815K 700 Watt 7 Channel AV Receiver in Black

The VSX-815-K A/V Receiver blends power, performance, ease of use, and value into one home entertainment multi-channel audio component. With 100 Watts per channel for up to 7 channels, the VSX-815-K always has power in reserve. DTS-ES Discrete, DTS 96/24, and Dolby Digital-EX processing will decode the latest multi-channel audio programs and distribute sound precisely where it needs to be. Pioneer's exclusive Multi-Channel Acoustic Calibration (Auto MCACC) system makes initial set-up easy and extremely accurate; just place the included room calibration microphone at the listening position and press the set-up button from your remote. Once Auto MCACC has completed its calibrations, speakers and living area will work together to create a true 3-Dimensional soundfield from any source material. 3 Component video inputs and 5 digital audio inputs provide advanced HD-Video and multi-channel audio connectivity with switching capabilities while a supplied LCD Preset Remote puts one in complete control of their entire A/V System. * Power Amplifier Design: Thermal Compensation * Transistor Design * Surround Power: 700 Watts Total System Power - 100 watts x 6 (1 kHz 1.0% THD @ 8 Ohms) * Stereo Power: 200 Watts Total System Power - 100 watts x 2 (20 Hz - 20kHz .2 % THD @ 8 Ohm) * Digital Engine: Double-Precision 48-Bit Motorola * Dolby Digital 5.1 * Dolby Digital EX * DTS 5.1 * DTS-ES Discrete 6.1 * DTS 96/24 * DTS-Neo6 * Pro-Logic IIx * WMA9 Pro * 9 Advanced Surround Modes * 7 Channel Stereo * Virtual Surround Back * Mid-night Listening * Dialogue Enhancement * Loudness * MCACC: Auto w/ Microphone * Speaker Configuration: * Speaker Size: Manual * Speaker Level: Manual * Speaker Distance: Manual * Acoustic Equalization: 5-Band EQ * Analog to Digital Conversion: 96kHz / 24-Bit * Digital Analog Conversion (DAC): 192kHz/24-Bit Connectivity * Audio (Tuner Included) / Video Input: 4 Audio / 4 Audio Video * Audio/Video Output: 1 Audio / 1 Audio Video / 1 Video * Digital Inputs: 5 * O


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Yamaha RX-V1900 7.1 Channel Home Theater Receiver & Monster Cable HDMI 1000hd Ultra-High Speed HDMI Cable & Yamaha YDS-11SL iPod Dock for select Yamaha AV Products & Yamaha DVD-S661 Single Disc DVD Player with HDMI Bundle

Yamaha RX-V1900 7.1 Channel Home Theater Receiver & Monster Cable HDMI 1000hd Ultra-High Speed HDMI Cable & Yamaha YDS-11SL iPod Dock for select Yamaha AV Products & Yamaha DVD-S661 Single Disc DVD Player with HDMI Bundle


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Opteka LP-E5 1800mAh Ultra High Capacity Li-ion Battery Pack for Canon Digital Rebel XS, XSi, & T1i Digital SLR Camera

The Opteka LP-E5 rechargeable lithium-ion 1800mAh battery is a replacement for replacement for Opteka LP-E5. It features lithium technology, which ensures maximum battery life and maximum power. It also features no memory effect that lets you recharge partially drained batteries without reducing performance.
Customer Review: A bit of false advertising, but a great replacement!
I just got 2 of these in the mail. They fit my Canon Rebel XS perfectly, just like the OEM battery. They also WORK! :) The only reason I give it 4 stars instead of 5, is that you don't get 1800mHa. I got 1080mHA's, which is the same as the OEM battery. Whatever. For $9.95, these are much better than the $45 Canon batteries! Opteka is a great brand and I trust them for sure.
Customer Review: More pictures/less cost.
At 800 more miliAmp Hours, you'll get almost twice the shooting time of the stock battery. (about 80% more to be more precise) Works perfect with my Rebel XSi. I plan on getting another one and putting them in a battery grip.


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