Panasonic DVD-F86S 5-Disc Progressive Scan DVD Player (Silver)
Panasonic DVD-F86S 5-Disc Progressive Scan DVD Player (Silver)
Manufacturer: Panasonic
Product Type: CE
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Panasonic DVD-F86S Super-Slim 5-Disc DVD Changer Player - Dolby Digital and DTS decoding Multi-mode playback capabilities 110 Volts AC Power Plug USA Panasonic USA Warranty - 90 Days Parts and Labor; 1-Year Parts
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A DVD/CD changer sure to please movie hounds and music aficionados alike, Panasonic's super-slim DVD-F86S 5-disc DVD player offers incredible format handling. It produces terrific images from standard DVD-Video discs, while also letting you play homemade DVD-R and DVD-RAM media (either yours or discs from your friends and family). On the music end, the player handles CD-R and CD-RW discs, including MP3 and WMA CDs, as well as high-resolution DVD-Audio (stereo mode only).
You also get cutting-edge features like digital "multi" re-mastering, which infuses CD music playback with interpolated high-frequency harmonics that wouldn't otherwise be present, and HighMAT (High-Performance Media Access Technology), a technology developed by Panasonic and Microsoft to ensuring digital media compatibility between PCs and consumer electronics.
The deck features a progressive-scan video processor that doubles the scan lines of an interlaced signal (from 480i to 480p) by scanning all 525 lines in 1/60 of a second for each pass. The higher-density video signal (designed for high-definition and HD-ready TVs) brings a film-like quality to DVD images. Composite- and S-video outputs accommodate most other televisions.
A feature called 4:4:4 signal processing converts recorded luminance and color-difference signals from 8 to 10 bits and upsamples color signal data, all with the aim of rendering vivid colors, flat luminance signal response, and minimal picture noise. The Direct Navigator and playlist playback features let you access navigation menus and custom playlists on DVD-RAM discs recorded on Panasonic DVD recorders.
DVD-Audio offers super high-fidelity (192 kHz/24-bit) sound. DVD-Audio discs provide incredible storage capacity and unique bonus materials not available on regular audio CDs. Most DVD-A discs offer both high-resolution surround-sound and high-res stereo (2-channel) programs; the DVD-F86S decodes only the stereo programs.
To appreciate full DVD-Audio resolution, you'll need to listen through the player's analog rather than digital outputs. For enjoyment of Dolby Digital, Dolby Pro Logic II, and DTS 5.1-channel surround sound, feed the player's coaxial digital audio output to a compatible audio/video receiver
The DVD-F86S also boasts features like MPEG digital noise reduction (mosquito/block/3D), depth enhancer, audio-only function (video circuit off), picture mode selection, slow and fast audio playback, and Dialogue Enhancer (which boosts the volume of the center channel during Dolby Digital 5.1-channel presentations).
What's in the Box
DVD player, remote control, remote batteries, a user's manual, and a stereo analog audio interconnect/composite-video cable.
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Qualcomm Thin Phone QCP 2760 Phone (Sprint)
Manufacturer: Kyocera Product Group: Wireless Binding: Wireless Phone ASIN: B00004W3HT |
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If you're looking for a phone that covers the bases without costing too much, and is easy to use, the Qualcomm QCP-2760 is a good bet. This dual-band (800 and 1,900 MHz), dual-mode (digital and analog) phone can keep you in calling range in most of the country, and it will also let you receive pages, text messages, and voice mail alerts as well as access the Internet. You can even add an optional data cable and use this phone as a digital modem with a PC or PDA. Battery performance isn't a strong point, but you can use the phone for several days of typical use between charges.The QCP-2760 measures 5.5 by 2.1 by 0.7 inches and has an antenna that collapses to 0.75 inches. It weighs in at 6.6 ounces with its standard battery. The battery is screwed in place and it isn't intended to be popped in and out like most phones. A clip-on supplementary battery is available as well. The five-line, 12-character backlit display and a minimum number of navigation buttons allow for simple operation. It fits nicely in a pocket and its robust construction will provide resistance to rough handling.
The QCP-2760 supports caller ID, call waiting, voice mail notification, one-way text messaging, and Internet access. Our test phone, provisioned by Sprint PCS, included all these features, but your particular rate plan needs to support them too. A 30-number call history of outgoing, incoming, and missed calls is automatically maintained. Simply tap the message key (it has an identifying envelope icon) to check voice and text messages; hold the key longer and it automatically dials your voice mail access number.
The QCP-2760 doesn't support voice dialing. Software for phone book maintenance and an Internet minibrowser are provided. Security features include keypad locking and restricted dialing.
At 131 minutes, our QCP-2760's talk time was shorter than the manufacturer-rated 2.5 hours. You should realize that your mileage will vary depending on local conditions (see <b>How We Tested Battery Talk/Standby Time</b> below). We achieved 91 hours of standby time, while Qualcomm rated the unit for between 72 and 96 hours. For normal usage, we suggest checking on battery life at least every other day.
Easy to use and carry, the Qualcomm QCP-2760 won't strain your muscles or your budget, and it offers some nice pluses not necessarily found in far more expensive handsets. --Testing and evaluation by Brown Consulting Associates, edited by Thom Arno
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<b>How We Tested Battery Talk/Standby Time</b>
When reading our reviews, you should view the test results of mobile-phone battery talk time and standby time as relative information only. Many variables, including carrier signal strength at your location, signal consistency (including incoming and outgoing calls), display and ringer settings, and battery charging methods and history, will affect performance. When handset manufacturers and mobile phone carriers list talk-time and standby-time ratings, they usually include disclaimers about variable performance and often refer to the times they publish as maximum times. Some quote expected battery life ranges, and in this case you're probably safe to assume you'll experience at least the minimum rated range. Note that manufacturers of dual-mode digital and analog handsets publish battery-life rates for both digital and analog modes, as analog mode consumes much more power than digital mode.
<b>Our Tests:</b> We tested digital-mode talk and standby times with each phone. Prior to each test, we fully charged the phone's battery according to the manufacturer's directions. To test digital-phone talk time, we turned the phone on, established a digital carrier signal, dialed a number in our test lab, and, when the call rang through, took the receiving phone's handset off the hook. When all went well, we didn't do anything else except record the time when the phone died. In a couple of cases, the phones lost the signal and dropped the calls. If we were right there and could redial, we did so immediately and continued running the test. Otherwise, we halted the test, recharged the battery, and started the test over. Assuming consistent carrier-signal strength, this test should represent best-case talk time. And it's worth noting that several phones' talk-time performance significantly exceeded the manufacturers' ratings.
To test digital-phone standby time, we turned the phone on, established a carrier signal, and left the phone in standby mode. We checked the phone every few hours (for what was often days on end) until the phone finally cut out. Since no outgoing or incoming calls occurred during testing and because the phone was not moved, this method should represent best-case standby time, again assuming consistent carrier signal strength.
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