Digital Media Player Guide Review - Patriot Box Office 1080P High Definition Media Player

By Shawn Scott

Released by Patriot Memory on November 10, 2009, the Patriot Box Office 1080P HD Media Player is one of the most exciting media players to hit the market this year. Unleash all the power of your media on your home theater system. Enjoy your True HD 1080p media streamed from your desktop to your living room. Right out of the box, the Patriot Media Player is easy to set-up and will offer compatibility with most systems out there, including offering compatibility with Sony PlayStation and Microsoft Xbox.

The Patriot Box Office HD offers some great functionality and is priced at only $129.99. You really are getting a lot for your money here. One unique thing that the Patriot Media Player offers is a 2.5 inch SATA hard drive slot that is compatible with any SSD/HDD. So as your media library continues to grow, you can add an internal hard drive to accommodate. The Patriot Box Office 1080p High Definition Media Player doesn't come with any internal storage capacity, but it is nice to know that it could be added if you so choose.

Some people may choose to only use it as streaming HD media player, and that is fine, but the Patriot Box Office Wireless G USB Adapter is also available on Amazon. Another feature that jumps out is that this digital media player has lots of plugs and will work with any USB mass storage device. The Patriot Media Player comes with three USB 2.0 ports to accommodate more than one drive or peripheral. Also, the Patriot Box Office includes Dolby Digital and DTS surround sound processors providing 5.1 and 7.1 channel surround sound through your home entertainment system.

Amazon is offering this rebate: Save $30 by mail when you Pre-order the Patriot Box Office HD 1080p by November 31, 2009. Add the Patriot Wireless G USB Adapter on the same order and get the WiFi adapter free!

Included Features:

* Includes HDMI 1.3 port, Supporting up to True HD 1080p

* Includes expandable hard drive slot for future expansion for extra storage of movies, photos, and music

* Universal Plug n Play capable with UPnP

* 3 USB ports for USB drives

* Playable Audio: Real Audio, Dolby/DTS encoder, MP3, WAV, WMA

* Playable Video: TS, TP, M2TS, MPEG-4, AVI, MOV, WMV9, FLA, MPEG-1, DAT, MPEG-2, VOB, ISO, [H.264/AVC] MKV/TS/AVI/MOV/M2TS, [DviX 3/4/5/6, Xvid] AVI/MKV, [Real Video 8/9/10] RM/RMVB

* Supported Photos: BMP, JPEG, PNG

* How it connects: Network:10/100 Ethernet, Wireless (Adapter Not Included); Audio: Digital Audio Output S/PDIF (optical), Stereo RCA audio ports; Video: HDMI, AV Composite; Other: 3x USB 2.0 ports & internal 2.5 inch; SATA HDD connector (Hard Disk not included)

* Includes Remote Control and HDMI Cable - 31846

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The Right Home Theatre Seating

By Samantha Davis

One of the most important aspects of a home theatre doesn't even involve the TV, the DVD player, the projectors (if chosen) or even anything electronic. What good is having the best home theatre in the entire neighborhood if everyone has to sit on metal folding chairs to enjoy it? Finding comfortable but appropriate seating not only allows a solid level of comfort throughout any viewing event, but it also enhances the entire home theatre experience.

Obviously cheap metal folding chairs you can buy for $10 at Wal-Mart are probably not your best choice for home theatre seating. That would actually be a major whiff. The choices for various home theatre seating options are extensive, and each has some solid merit and may depend on how many people you generally plan on having over to enjoy the system.

Some people like movie theatre type chairs to give it an authentic experience, while for others a comfortable sofa of several recliners is as good as it gets. Don't limit your options, either. This is your home theatre system, and you should get not only seating that works well for the look and feel of your system, but seating that you will legitimately enjoy using. If you want recliners, you can even consider massage recliners, high quality (i.e. not dragged off the corner after college lets out for the summer) top of the line recliners.

Home theatre seating is important because if you aren't comfortable while watching a great home theatre system, then what's the point of the rest of it? It doesn't matter how good the rest of the system is because no one will be comfortable watching anything. In fact, the right home theatre seating is arguable almost as important as the sound and picture quality of the home theatre itself!

If you don't like the idea of a couch in a home theatre set up, consider a series of recliners in a row. Not only do you get the amazing comfort of recliners, but by having them lined up in a row you can still have the effect of a theatre setting. - 31846

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Christmas Gift Ideas for the TV Lover on Your List

By Michelle Robert

Does your holiday gift list include someone who loves TV and the movies? Or would you like to save on entertainment expenses for your family by having a home theater system?

No matter the reason, as winter and the Christmas holidays approach, many folks begin to dream of TVs, DVRs, and home theaters. If you are one of these, then check out some super gift ideas for home entertainment.

Anyone who has searched for a great, small-size HDTV knows that this can be challenging. Most high-quality HDTVs are in the larger sizes, and those that typically exist in a small size, often sacrifice good picture for a small screen. A perfect solution to the problem of wanting excellent visual clarity for a small space is the Sharp Aquos LC20D42U 20-Inch LCD HDTV. At less than 16 pounds, it is the perfect size for the kitchen counter, bedroom, or even a dorm room - basically any place where space is at a premium. And the picture quality is truly superb, with awesome color, an extremely clear picture, and a high-performance LCD panel to insure that the viewer enjoys the benefits of full HDTV quality throughout the day, in a variety of environments and lighting situations.

If a home theater purchase is in your future, then consider the JVC THG40 DVD Digital Theater System with iPod Connection: it is a great way to have that theater experience in your home, without spending a fortune. The sound of the JVC THG40 is impressive and quite good for a small to medium-sized room. And with the iPod dock option, you can listen to all of your favorite music as well. Highly-rated by Consumer Reports, the JVC THG40 DVD Digital Theater System with iPod Connection does a superb job of delivering a quality audio/visual experience and at an affordable price.

And imagine being able to watch your favorite TV shows when YOU want, rather than living around the networks' broadcast schedule. With the TiVo TCD658000 HD XL DVR you can go about your busy day while your TiVo is quietly at home, recording your favorite TV shows, and saving them for you to watch whenever you are ready. If you already know about TiVo and its great reputation for quality and super video recording features, then you will appreciate that the TiVo HD XL is nearly 7 times the size of the TiVo HD DVR, which allows it to hold up to 150 hours of HD programming or 1,350 hours of standard-definition programming. That's a lot of TV recording flexibility. In addition, with you will be able to record every episode of your favorite show, control live or recorded shows, pre-approve kids TV, schedule shows online and lots more!

Give the gift of family entertainment this holiday season. The Sharp Aquos LC20D42U 20-Inch LCD HDTV offers superb viewing for those small spaces. The JVC THG40 DVD Digital Theater System with iPod Connection will provide a home theater system that you will never want to leave. And with the TiVo TCD658000 HD XL DVR, you can commercial-free TV (just skip right over them), watching all of your favorite shows when you want. There are few things more special than family movie/TV nights, with the entire family gathered together to watch a great movie or favorite TV show. So turn down the lights, pop some popcorn, and enjoy sharing your favorite TV shows and movies with your family and friends...and create some great memories in the process. - 31846

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LG 32LH30 32 Inch LCD HDTV-The Clear Choice, The Clear Choice-LG 32LH30 32 Inch LCD HDTV

By James Danielson

Are you looking to buy the best LCD HDTV under $500? The best choice to make is the LG 32LH30 32-Inch 1080p LCD HDTV. When I am shopping for electronics, it's not always about the price. Yes, I want a deal. Who doesn't? I can remember scoring a great deal on Sony years ago. While it was a good television then, fast forward a few years and I found out that even the dump would not take it! It was good money spent on an inferior product.

The 32LH30 32-Inch 1080p LCD HDTV is close to the best selling HDTV on sale today at major retailers. One of the main reason is up grades in technology brings the viewing audience to a world of digital HD by watching the 32LH30 HDTV. The only viewing choice these days for the sophisticated buy is high definition (HD).

Using the HD option, you can jump online and watch YouTube and other streaming content. Other times, the HD option won't work well because a lot of old flicks were filmed in analog. No worries because the LG 32LH30 will make even the cheesiest YouTube videos look decent!

All antiquated TV options are already being phased out with the fast developing technology that is available. The movie industry is geared up towards making only HD films. With the LG 32LH30 32-Inch HDTV, you will be enjoying digital entertainment at its finest.

There are some people that understand how the increase in pixel count makes for better viewing. A typical home viewer (like me) doesn't know or care to know what pixels are. The sophisticated consumer demands the sharpest viewing picture. Period. Pixels smixels! The main difference when you watch through an 32LH30 is that you will get clearer and sharper images. With every single detail shown, it will surely heighten your viewing pleasure. Owning the LG32LH30 LCD HDTV is an excellent investment for your present and future TV viewing.

At present, there are numerous programs that can be watched in HD. Soon, there will be a lot of changes that will make old video formats obsolete. As we progress, all the cable and satellite stations will broadcast in HD. Today, all public broadcast is in digital with a trend going towards pure HD.

Because HD is already here, buying a 32LH30 HDTV will bring you up to date. A brand new LG HDTV is a great investment in family entertainment. Most people desire to buy the best technology that they can afford. Because of the recent financial crisis, there is no better time to buy a new TV because the prices have gotten so low. With prices hovering around the mid $450 range, it makes sense to secure a new one just to stay up to date with current events. By staying home to watch movies you will be saving your hard earned dollars. It's like having an equity stake in the local movies house!

The 32LH30 should be the TV that you will be watching for at least the next 5 years. This is the best HDTV to purchase if you are thinking about economizing. Rather than sinking a few thousand dollars on a "super size" TV, purchase the reasonable sized LG 32LH30. It's large enough for most of us and small enough to fit our budgets.

You may fall into the temptation of saying that "I deserve at least the high quality 52 inch TV". With the 32LH30, you will own the highest quality visual entertainment available at a reasonable price point. Don't lower your standards. Be wise and lower your budget. Getting your money's worth is what buying a 32LH30 32-Inch 1080p LCD HDTV is about. - 31846

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Samsung LN52B750 52 Inch HDTV

By Daniel James

The LN52B750 has been the top seller on Amazon for several weeks. The American consumer has given this TV a huge vote of confidence over the thousands of other TVs are on the market.

LN52B750 Lowest. Price Amazon is selling this unit for the lowest price online. Samsung's customer service is world class, thus giving you the best winning combination. Most savvy consumers will order their LN52B750 today to take advantage on an open box deal and save!

LN52B750 Widgets Flckr and Yahoo! offer customizable widgets for the LN52B750! This Samsung unit comes packed with a monster sized library that endless endless hours entertainment and activities, from role play gaming to rugby. Samsung offers Widgets and media streaming across their broad product line of HDTVs.

Smart Buy Samsung LN52B750 LCD When you take home an HDTV like the LN52B750, you get the most realistic picture created by Auto Motion Plus.The benefits of the viewing options is why most consumers purchase a particular model. Americans are shying away from network programming, so Samsung included several convenient features in this model to make the TV offer online apps as well. Post Y2K TV watching is competing with the computer for becoming focal point of the house where the family meets. Because there is so much online content available for HDTV's, the race is on with a finish line too far ahead to determine a winner. When you compare the price of this Samsung unit to other models, the value alone screams BUY ME!

Simple Options The adding of a high amount of options is standard on most high end HDTVs.Many people get confused with the large amounts of options available that are available on high end TVs!Commendations to Samsung for keeping the LN52B750 simple!

Samsung's LNB750's very fast 240Hz refresh rate which makes it easy on the eyes to watch. This rate smokes the standard 120Hz refresh rate, The 49 inch diagonally measured screen along with a wide screen 16:9 aspect ratio is phenomenal to watch.Most high end HDTV s do not offer all of these benefits which makes the LN52B750 a good value for the price.

Samsung is out doing the competition in terms of making this TV much easier to use by adding four HDMI for extensive connectivity, two components, PC, and two composite video inputs. Many other benefits like Medi@2 that will enable the TV to show your favorite (hopefully not trashy) television shows from Yahoo! Most people love the unbelievable glossy screen that makes the picture look so life like.

The LN52B750 is classically designed with a high gloss black case. The stand design is unique with a clear glass stalk and base. The LN52B750 has a 52-inch LCD panel that displays a resolution of'20 by 1080 pixels.The Samsung LN52B750 HDTV is one of Amazon's top 3 selling TVs. The picture quality with life like images will keep you seated on the couch for hours of entertainment enjoyment.

Samsung LN52B750 Consumer Review I have yet to come across a bad Samsung LN52B750 Review.Mind you, there are tons of critics who are having a difficult time finding faults with this television! - 31846

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LG 32LH30 LCD

By James Danielson

For those of you thinking about up grading your aging CRT TV with an HDTV, I want to simplify the process for you. Stick with a major player like LG and take a look at the LG 32LH30 LCD. Priced just under $500, it will compete with units priced much higher. Let me clarify that, you will not find any significant difference between one costing up to $1000 when compared the 32LH30.

HDTV is high density TV. It's now the the industry standard. HD allows TVs to display programming and video games at extremely high resolutions. The end result is an extremely crisp and sharp image like no other that you have seen before. The movies that are available in HD will appear with finer detail and less blur. Video gamers love this because the graphics are killer and more vivid. HD appeals to our highly acute vision senses.

A lot of people are dumping their analog TV sets because the foot print of these new LCD TVs are so thin! While the height and width remain about the same, you gain an incredible amount of flexibility of where you can display this unit because TVs like the 32LH30 are so narrow.

The picture adjusting controls of the LG 32LH30 LCD are much better than competing models. The added Picture Wizard makes use of internal test patterns to help the user perform general calibrations the controls for sharpness, brightness, contrast, color, tint, vertical and horizontal sharpness, and back light.

Connectivity is very ample on the 32LH30 LCD. There are two HDMI ports, a component-video input, an AV input with composite video, a RF input for antenna or cable, an RGB-style analog PC input, and an optical digital audio output located on the back panel. Located on the the left side is a third HDMI input as well as a second AV input with composite video. - 31846

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Home Theater and Speaker Systems

By Ashley Hansen

A home theater is not complete until it has a decent speaker system to go with it. In a perfect would, your surround sound would be Dolby 7 or a very least, Dolby 5. If you are going to spend your funds on a nice entertainment center, it wouldn't make sense to skimp on speakers or audio system. After you achieve your crisp picture, sound is the next most important component that help you enjoy your entertainment center.

You can even go the extra mile with your surround sound system if you want to do everything, and use the "bass shaker" attachments that are available with some systems. These gadgets attach to your recliner or sofa, and when a scene comes on with an explosion or car wreck, these gadgets actually SHAKE the recliner or sofa, adding to the realism of the movie.

I suggest you make yourself a list, or maybe even a paper spreadsheet that you take with you when you shop around. Put a column for must-have features, a column for nice-to-have features, and perhaps yet another column for a feature you find that is specific to a particular brand. And definitely SHOP AROUND for your home theater system! Create a budget for yourself that will NOT be exceeded, regardless of how loudly a particular system is screaming at you to buy it.

Watch for certain systems you like to go on sale. Sales occur on a regular basis, and you can save yourself a load of money. If you are purchasing the features separately, my suggestion is to purchase them from the same store. That way, if there is a hiccup, you won't need the issue of pointing your finger from the various stores to try and blame each other.

The smart shopper is the one who gets the quality system and doesn't pay "sticker price" for it. Be informed, know what you want, be willing to learn if you run across an intelligent salesperson who knows what he is talking about, and stick to your budget. You will be able to enjoy your investment in this superb home theater system for years to come. - 31846

What Does Make a Perfect Home Cinema Tick

By Anca Vitalish

Video projectors have become nowadays one of the most common devices wanted by the home entertainment fans. The large market coverage they have met recently is responsible for the increase of interest the general buyer present towards these revolutionary items.

A video projector functions with the help of a series of parts quite common for any brand, which together can build up a reliable video projection for home and business. These parts are the projection lens, feed spool, arc lamp, take up spool, normal lens, rotating shutter, optical sound head and an aperture. All projectors are working on the same principals but what sets them apart one from the other is the new and surprising addition to the basic technology. The producers of these devices are building new gadgets every day and do their best to bring into the market revolutionary items created to make the home cinema a work of art.

The new technologies are developing rapidly introducing a larger quality of picture in number of pixels and clarity. The great number of projectors available for home cinemas have increased the choice option and somehow educated the buyers in what should they consider while making a purchase. These days the consultancy present all over the web and specialized sites covering the video projectors topic can offer a regular user all the information he needs.

The display can be set at a maximum resolution of 1280x1024 pixels, with a display diagonal from 30 to 300 inches depending on the distance the video projector is situated from the wall. The luminosity of the lamp can reach 1200 lumen and the images projected come very close to the HD standard through their dimension and the quality of projection. This technology creates live colors, natural even when projected on an orange wall as well as on a white wall.

The image can have a diagonal larger than 4 meters and associated with an amplifier can turn a video projector in a perfect home cinema for a real entertainment. - 31846

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LCD, DLP and LCOS Projector Technologies

By Himanshu Sharma

LCD, DLP and LCOS are three projector technologies which are predominantly used in schools, colleges and corporate houses for giving presentations, watching videos, classroom teaching, product training etc. LCD projectors use LCD (Liquid Crystal Display) technology to display text and image on an interactive whiteboard or other projection screen. They are also known as multimedia projectors as they can display both text and images from PC, TV and video recorders. They can work with all types of notebooks and desktops. The projection can be of SVGA or XGA resolution.

SVGA means 800 * 600 resolutions whereas XGA means 1024 * 768 screen resolution. A digital image is made up of dots or pixels. A resolution is the size of the digital image which is expressed in width * Height. For e.g.: 800 * 600 resolution means, an image is 800 pixels wide and 600 pixels in height. The projector brightness is measured in ANSI (American National Standard Institute) Lumens.

The DLP and LCOS projectors are also considered to be a type of LCD projector although they use DLP (Digital Light Processing) and LCOS (Liquid Crystal on Silicon) technologies for video projection.

LCD technology is best for computer use and DLP is best for projecting videos. LCD delivers better color saturation, sharper image and is more light efficient than DLP. The DLP projectors are smaller and lighter than LCD and produce higher contrast videos.

LCOS technology is best for very high resolutions. Its projectors are bigger and heavier than LCD and DLP and generally cost more. One practical application of LCD technology is its use by teachers when training students to use software by capturing the image say 'Screen of MSWord' from a computer screen and projecting it on the interactive whiteboard so that all the students can see what is going on the computer screen. Some projector accessories are: cabinets, cases, ceiling mount kits, cables, lens, lamps, remote control, projection screen, stands, trolleys, digital microscope, visualizers etc. - 31846

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