tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-86358848229713204392024-03-04T23:26:47.698-08:00ZAIREN'S BLOG about HTPCzairenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14344825126943375253noreply@blogger.comBlogger106125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8635884822971320439.post-84272691509127283682010-12-08T22:20:00.000-08:002010-12-12T17:03:22.398-08:00Use WDTV LIVE as a Music Jukebox<span style="font-size: small;">WDTV Live's </span><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: small;">USB input allows playback of media files from an external hard drives. I am </span><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: small;">not sure whether the USB input has an onboard DAC chip or not, but I use it to read my WAVs from my baffolo external drive and bypass them completely to my Yamaha 665 via HDMI for decoding.<i>(correction-WDTV does not support bypass---files are still decoded by its internal decoder) </i></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: small;">I have tried both sound output modes under the WDTV LIVE, i.e. Stereo (music decoded by WDTV LIVE itself) and Digital (music bypassed and decoded by receiver), I found that the sound quality is about the same. <i>(correction - not correct)</i></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: small;">You can do the same stuff by using a CD Player with a USB port, e.g. Marantz SA8003. According to <a href="http://www.enjoythemusic.com/magazine/equipment/0109/marantz_sa8003.htm">http://www.enjoythemusic.com/magazine/equipment/0109/marantz_sa8003.htm</a>, its USB input is powered by an NEC uPD63901 microcontroller, and it enables the SA8003 to play MP3, WAV, WMA and AAC files directly off a USB hard drive, pen drive, or iPod but the uPD63901 does its own D/A conversion, so files read from the USB input completely bypass Marantz' excellent CS4398-based digital section (and cannot be output via the Marantz digital outputs). Then this does not make sense to me, so I stick to a cheap WDTV LIVE solution for a Music Jukebox.</span>zairenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14344825126943375253noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8635884822971320439.post-78159411070261502142010-11-23T19:14:00.000-08:002010-11-23T19:14:50.271-08:00WD TV LIVE - new firmware 1.04.10 update again in 2 weeks' time<div class="title_prodoverview">What's in this update?<a href="" id="1" name="1"> </a></div><br />
<b class="title_prodoverviewbullet">Release 1.04.10 (11/22/10)</b><br />
<ul><li>Supports Facebook application.</li>
<li>Supports Deezer application.</li>
<li>Supports Flingo application.</li>
<li>Supports AccuWeather application.</li>
<li>Supports USB keyboards.</li>
</ul><a href="http://www.wdc.com/wdproducts/updates/?family=wdfwdtv_live"> http://www.wdc.com/wdproducts/updates/?family=wdfwdtv_live</a>zairenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14344825126943375253noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8635884822971320439.post-73243187806039461612010-11-21T20:55:00.000-08:002010-11-21T20:55:06.343-08:00WD TV® Live™ HD Media Player firmware Version 1.03.49_VLatest official firmware update for WDTV LIVE is now available on <a href="http://www.wdc.com/wdproducts/updates/?family=wdfwdtv_live">http://www.wdc.com/wdproducts/updates/?family=wdfwdtv_live</a>. <br />
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<b class="title_prodoverviewbullet">Release 1.03.49 (11/16/10)</b><br />
<ul><li>Added DVD navigation support.</li>
<li>Added Mediafly application.</li>
<li>Resolved MP4 poor frame-rate and audio out of sync issue.</li>
<li>Resolved HDMI auto resolution selection issue.</li>
<li>Resolved playback issues related to mkvmerge.</li>
<li>Other bug fixes and product updates (see release notes).</li>
</ul>zairenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14344825126943375253noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8635884822971320439.post-65286006314699555562010-11-10T17:58:00.000-08:002010-11-10T17:58:47.555-08:00Sleek, attractive External HD that can be positioned vertically or horizontally<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhJLuCtnUjweeKqIUypeE8amx5d69ZGQWDnyGOlW3b1-6sMZlDgTiEOdNYUMDuOdmPhUAV5G4zfqG9m2EPipXYuxezKIMm-t5Fg6iQtdRuUcGskhOHdbNbyLIhA3CpYyn5giLf7KnNmZvA/s1600/HD-LBU2_1_lg.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhJLuCtnUjweeKqIUypeE8amx5d69ZGQWDnyGOlW3b1-6sMZlDgTiEOdNYUMDuOdmPhUAV5G4zfqG9m2EPipXYuxezKIMm-t5Fg6iQtdRuUcGskhOHdbNbyLIhA3CpYyn5giLf7KnNmZvA/s320/HD-LBU2_1_lg.jpg" width="320" /></a></div>I have been looking for a reasonable priced external hard disk for my media library, now I have found one - Buffalo's DriveStation Axis USB 2.0 Hard Drive HD-LBU2. DriveStation Axis features a sleek, attractive chassis that can be positioned vertically or horizontally, adapting to the location it is used in for efficient use of space. <br />
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The capacity ranges from 1TB, 1.5TB to 2.0TB.zairenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14344825126943375253noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8635884822971320439.post-79105065786689469302010-11-02T21:22:00.000-07:002010-11-02T21:22:17.964-07:00Western Digital TV Live HubWestern Digital has just added a new media player in their production line. The selling point here is it comes with a 1-tb built-in hard disk. A full review can be found from STORAGE REVIEW.COM at <a href="http://www.storagereview.com/western_digital_tv_live_hub_review_wdbabz0010bbk">http://www.storagereview.com/western_digital_tv_live_hub_review_wdbabz0010bbk</a><br />
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I have got the DALI LEKTOR 6 for my HTPC recently. The LEKTOR front baffle features a silky matt dark grey finish with edge-mounted aluminum snap locks to secure the front grilles. All drivers are mounted with concealed screws, lending a timeless, minimalistic appearance. The 28 mm (1.1”) soft dome tweeter incorporates a powerful ferite magnet system. This innovative driver provides enhanced power handling - continuously and instantaneously - as well as lower power compression, for a more open, vibrant high end.<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjabR37lMVDd0QmkfshoMUgEC9EnrJl0T0vCXT_7dNyBuqW0vCKYVqzypgxgB2sg07otr0X_CUjJYCGYDFhMN7ZeQOou7xo76ww1f3G-x7YhMwvM0JgKQxrcGfr5GeOK48Mzek2Uxhpbl8/s1600/09102010886.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjabR37lMVDd0QmkfshoMUgEC9EnrJl0T0vCXT_7dNyBuqW0vCKYVqzypgxgB2sg07otr0X_CUjJYCGYDFhMN7ZeQOou7xo76ww1f3G-x7YhMwvM0JgKQxrcGfr5GeOK48Mzek2Uxhpbl8/s320/09102010886.jpg" width="320" /></a></div>The pair of 6.5” mid/bass units incorporates lightweight coated woodfiber cones, low-loss suspensions and semi-shielded, double-magnet motors for a highly saturated magnet system. The cone drivers utilize inverted dust caps for improved phase response and structural integrity. <br />
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However, this setup has a flaw as the center speaker is a bit weak if compared with the LEKTOR and upgrade in future is essential. zairenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14344825126943375253noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8635884822971320439.post-55339501694462931062010-06-12T07:25:00.000-07:002010-06-12T07:25:21.785-07:00XQBOX HTPC CASE<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgzakTp-Gc1EwS61ihI4gwhHWE4f2oz3XiPq-wo79iewUz1yVup7_TEonQvY7R-G1-MytYDWv6m6WndANiKJwsz4YhW5IdRFkWBibmjVAmNEM_LmcK7VkupAsspExIBs6wGYD16D2pyqtw/s1600/12062010509.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgzakTp-Gc1EwS61ihI4gwhHWE4f2oz3XiPq-wo79iewUz1yVup7_TEonQvY7R-G1-MytYDWv6m6WndANiKJwsz4YhW5IdRFkWBibmjVAmNEM_LmcK7VkupAsspExIBs6wGYD16D2pyqtw/s320/12062010509.jpg" /></a><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi17_tqGrI9Z24X1d0Wtz4mxsBXEo8tt7nVi6rEk3Zvai9ES_gbUQW0grwancveufbxhTM8QcFpGPDuPSnrXfz_awCa_VIWiBV7CMKyWC1MoEzun-a9mopladC_el5aAMLB_eT67VG7r5M/s1600/12062010511.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; 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Finally I got the yamaha 465 replaced with a 665, to my surprise it looks exactly the same as the 465. First impression is that it does not have the smooth aluminum front panel with contemporary touch like the old 663. Appearance-wise it lacks the 'high-class' equipment feel if compared with the old 663. <br />
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The 665 also comes with a smaller foot print and size, you don't have to read the manual to find out the differences - it is smaller and lighter, and... looks cheap! As expected, it supports HDMI video output which the 465 is lacking, and this is the only reason I upgraded it.zairenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14344825126943375253noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8635884822971320439.post-50133763793179611322010-04-07T20:04:00.000-07:002010-04-07T20:07:53.608-07:00Yamaha Receiver Rxv-465 does not pass video through HDMI<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjeJxSZmzJXgMq1CFV9yA4YSo1-peoBLIYrG_NypoPOWnQxhLOFx0goiplH-q7rB7uwlz9beMnHYAStI0LUXUkz6Xm6fnbR8aCNbOt4VFwLpa910njcsoo7nOfp2C6KYkEu29su_FTYAN8/s1600/Yamaha+rxv465.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjeJxSZmzJXgMq1CFV9yA4YSo1-peoBLIYrG_NypoPOWnQxhLOFx0goiplH-q7rB7uwlz9beMnHYAStI0LUXUkz6Xm6fnbR8aCNbOt4VFwLpa910njcsoo7nOfp2C6KYkEu29su_FTYAN8/s320/Yamaha+rxv465.jpg" /></a></div><br />
I just bought a Yamaha Rxv-465 receiver and only after that I realised it does not support HDMI video output. The manual did not say a word about it and even the vendor could not figure it out until they called the local distributor. I need to have the video output through the HDMI to my LCD TV as I want to use it as a hub for my other stuff such as dvd player, htpc, etc.<br />
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Too sad as this is a decent 5.1 receiver that does HD audio via HDMI. My only solution is to upgrade it to a 565 or 665.zairenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14344825126943375253noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8635884822971320439.post-6322398057739689342010-04-04T21:47:00.000-07:002010-04-04T21:47:59.603-07:00EE, I really like you!<i><b>EE, the flowers are for you, impressed?!</b></i><br />
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<span style="background-color: red; color: black;"></span>zairenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14344825126943375253noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8635884822971320439.post-25477209028282370292010-02-04T01:05:00.000-08:002010-02-04T01:05:59.080-08:00ATI Radeon HD 5450 focuses on HTPC features<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiBG15em4LEPCU-fNmR1V4rTpqD8YFHmg33OQpMDX9DD2wFe3gPjgNMrUoCpfFZ5adZdtmNMMW7b4GqG3Ac-ISqE1g9m4g987KVZdgfYQ0aMJR2MpNuGGER_nVZkFn6jaLBJeL_vWeli6A/s1600-h/4feb10ojb3245.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiBG15em4LEPCU-fNmR1V4rTpqD8YFHmg33OQpMDX9DD2wFe3gPjgNMrUoCpfFZ5adZdtmNMMW7b4GqG3Ac-ISqE1g9m4g987KVZdgfYQ0aMJR2MpNuGGER_nVZkFn6jaLBJeL_vWeli6A/s320/4feb10ojb3245.jpg" /></a></div><br />
AMD has just announced the introduction of the ATI Radeon™ HD 5450 graphics card which delivers a state-of-the-art HD multimedia and game experience at a value price. The HD 5450's passively-cooled, ultra-quiet features is every HTPC builder’s dream. The home theater experience is enriched with features such as HDMI 1.3a with Dolby TrueHD and DTS-HD Master Audio for the ultimate media PC. According to the source the SRP is $50.<br />
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(source: <a href="http://www.engadget.com/2010/02/04/ati-radeon-hd-5450-focuses-on-multimedia-features-neglects-gami/">http://www.engadget.com/2010/02/04/ati-radeon-hd-5450-focuses-on-multimedia-features-neglects-gami/</a>)zairenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14344825126943375253noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8635884822971320439.post-11099171829129896742010-01-29T18:53:00.000-08:002010-01-29T18:53:00.795-08:00Socket AM3 + DDR3 785G matx motherboard<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiGoSDGKBu3pJkGPBre5CawPpxxIMeT_TkWX6b52C-gQUDW9L-F844trffsB8l9T59beiotLaul22kzzxyiX-tjmMmh31MUZONV1Nn6nf7vJZchqy9rA07pXMxvhbaBFW05ShdrYUqSeKQ/s1600-h/mb_productimage_ga-ma785gmt-us2h_big.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiGoSDGKBu3pJkGPBre5CawPpxxIMeT_TkWX6b52C-gQUDW9L-F844trffsB8l9T59beiotLaul22kzzxyiX-tjmMmh31MUZONV1Nn6nf7vJZchqy9rA07pXMxvhbaBFW05ShdrYUqSeKQ/s320/mb_productimage_ga-ma785gmt-us2h_big.jpg" /></a></div><br />
GIGABYTE GA-MA785GMT-US2H is one of the best value for money well-built 785G matx mobo on the market. It supports the latest AMD's Socket AM3 and the other specs are as follows:<br />
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<span class="link-block"><b>AMD 785G + SB710 Chipset</b></span><br />
<ol><li>Ultra Durable 3 Classic Technology with copper cooled quality for lower working temperature </li>
<li>Revolution energy saving design with Easy Energy Saver technology </li>
<li>Supports AMD AM3 Phenom II/ Athlon II processors </li>
<li>Dual Channel DDR3 1800+ for remarkable system performance </li>
<li>Integrated ATI Radeon HD 4200 graphics (DirectX10.1) </li>
<li>PCI-E 2.0 x16 interface with ATI Hybrid CrossFireX support for ultimate graphics performance </li>
<li>Features high speed Gigabit Ethernet and IEEE1394 </li>
<li>Blu-ray playback supported by high quality 106dB SNR ALC889A HD audio </li>
<li>Integrated HDMI/ DVI interface for Full HD 1080 Blu-ray playback with HDCP </li>
<li>Patented DualBIOS with dual hardware BIOS protection </li>
<li>Compatible with Window 7 to deliver the best operation experience </li>
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source: <a href="http://www.gigabyte.com.tw/Products/Motherboard/Products_Overview.aspx?ClassValue=Motherboard&ProductID=3250&ProductName=GA-MA785GMT-US2H">http://www.gigabyte.com.tw/Products/Motherboard/Products_Overview.aspx?ClassValue=Motherboard&ProductID=3250&ProductName=GA-MA785GMT-US2H</a>zairenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14344825126943375253noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8635884822971320439.post-12584611192893528142010-01-21T22:10:00.000-08:002010-01-21T22:12:00.777-08:00Wireless For HDMI<i>WHDI (Wireless Home Digital Interface) is a standard created by Israeli company AMIMON that can send HD video signals via 5GHz narrow band technology. But the </i><i>wireless solution from Gefen is the </i><i>3Ghz bandwidth, also </i><i>Offering Uncompressed </i><i>Method of 1080p Full HD Wireless Connectivity up to 30 Feet in Distance.</i><br />
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<i>The GefenTV Wireless for HDMI 60Ghz extender comes with HDCP compliance,</i> <i>support for CEC protocols, an RS-232 port for easy control or convenient </i><i>Internet access to firmware updates and an IR remote for turning power </i><i>on/off.</i> <i>Pricing is set for $999.</i><br />
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(source: <a href="http://hothardware.com/News/GefenTV-Wireless-For-HDMI-Connects-Sources-And-HDTVs-Without-Wires/">http://hothardware.com/News/GefenTV-Wireless-For-HDMI-Connects-Sources-And-HDTVs-Without-Wires/</a>)zairenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14344825126943375253noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8635884822971320439.post-41985599310765950752010-01-16T16:36:00.000-08:002010-01-16T16:36:52.995-08:00HD 5670 brings Dolby True HD and DTS HD to the sub-$100 market<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br />
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Finally it comes - a budget card that can bitstrem Dolby True HD and DTS HD for about $100. According to Engadget, the Radeon HD 5670 can boast Direct X 11 and Eyefinity support are for a suggested price less than one Benjamin Franklin. But for HTPC users, low cost solution for bitstreaming HD audio to your amplifier for decoding is what has been lacking so far and the wait is over now. <br />
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</div>(source: <a href="http://www.engadget.com/">http://www.engadget.com/</a>)zairenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14344825126943375253noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8635884822971320439.post-11294973749039955062010-01-13T06:23:00.000-08:002010-01-13T06:23:58.474-08:00ViewSonic PC mini VOT530/550<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiGx2RTzetDCJeD7iGMl_jpfRAmW5hcAD054OK0cKjJRJS3TRRWyYKYF0QIHG8GsdIPt2orO6_so9lRJhI8jEEdwW8g2DvUnv4u-OGepx31k3MKJES5reJxUT6Pzh2-KzuK8M5ODbpU-YA/s1600-h/main_gal_dimension.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiGx2RTzetDCJeD7iGMl_jpfRAmW5hcAD054OK0cKjJRJS3TRRWyYKYF0QIHG8GsdIPt2orO6_so9lRJhI8jEEdwW8g2DvUnv4u-OGepx31k3MKJES5reJxUT6Pzh2-KzuK8M5ODbpU-YA/s320/main_gal_dimension.jpg" /></a><br />
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The ViewSonic PC mini VOT530/550 is not much larger than your palm, so it's extremely easy to install or move around. As the PC mini 550 also comes with a Blu-ray DVD drive and convenient remote control, you can enjoy high-definition video and the best audio entertainment right in your living room or bedroom.<br />
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The incredibly small ViewSonic PC mini VOT530/550 has the computing power of a PC ten times larger. With better performance than many low-power alternatives, the high-performance Intel Core 2 Duo processor in the PC mini 530/550 is ideal for both digital entertainment and daily computing. <br />
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Featuring a fast Intel Core 2 Duo processor and advanced power management, the ViewSonic PC mini VOT530/550 consumes only 18W of power even at full speed*, and is quiet at 22dB or less. Perfect for your entertainment center or den.<br />
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(source: <a href="http://www.viewsonic.com/vot530-550/">http://www.viewsonic.com/vot530-550/</a>)zairenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14344825126943375253noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8635884822971320439.post-13626974146342495172010-01-03T06:29:00.000-08:002010-01-03T06:29:52.550-08:00MSI Wind PC Intel Atom 1.6GHz/ Intel 945GC<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br />
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</div><ul><b>Specifications</b><ul><li>Mfr Part Number: 6667BB-003US</li>
<li><b>VESA-mountable Nettop Barebone without ODD Drive Bay</b></li>
<li>Processor: Intel Atom 330 Processor(1.6GHz, FSB 533 MHz, 1MB Cache), FSB 533MHz</li>
<li>Chipset: Intel 945GC & ICH7</li>
<li>Memory: 1x DDR2-533/400 SO-DIMM, Max Capacity 2GB</li>
<li>SATA: Support a SATA2 HDD</li>
<li>Audio: Realtek ALC888 Azalia 8-Channel Audio CODEC</li>
<li>Video: Integrated Intel GMA450 Graphics Controller</li>
<li>LAN: Realtek RTL8111DL PCI-E Gigabit LAN; 1x Wifi Antenna included</li>
<li>Drive Bays: 1x 3.5" Internal</li>
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<ul><li>Front: 2x USB 2.0 Ports; 1x Card Reader Slot</li>
<li>Rear: 2x USB 2.0 Ports; 1x VGA Port; 1x RJ45 Port; Audio I/O Jacks</li>
</ul><li>Expansion Slots: 1x CF Card Slot; 1x Half-Height PCI Express Mini Card Slot</li>
<li>Card Reader: 4-in-1 Card Reader (SD/MMC/MS/XD)</li>
<li>Power Supply: External 65W, Active PFC Power Supply</li>
<li>Operation System: Support Microsoft Windows XP</li>
<li>Form Factor: Proprietary, 27.5 x 17 cm</li>
<li>Color: Black</li>
<li>Dimensions (WxDxH): 297 x 60.2 x 223 mm</li>
<li>RoHS Compliant</li>
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</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">(source: <a href="http://www.ewiz.com/detail.php?name=MB-6667-3#">http://www.ewiz.com/detail.php?name=MB-6667-3#</a>)<br />
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</div>zairenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14344825126943375253noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8635884822971320439.post-2704306398275274252009-12-25T01:31:00.000-08:002009-12-25T01:31:20.260-08:00Slim Sound Bar And Sub-Integrated Receiver<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjmo1U98SjgknkBkeVAFLxHEleB5CQiTzLI-3COZ7_cMbqZZoUPiHrGyiBmiwj6i1NdwX3IK5q8LtEf0vL6Wzx3VvcBhnwVJAUwzSmuxnZTCTp7EpHNxyVSKzNAOwD18thOxAjepqfSieE/s1600-h/yamaha-yht-400-slim2.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjmo1U98SjgknkBkeVAFLxHEleB5CQiTzLI-3COZ7_cMbqZZoUPiHrGyiBmiwj6i1NdwX3IK5q8LtEf0vL6Wzx3VvcBhnwVJAUwzSmuxnZTCTp7EpHNxyVSKzNAOwD18thOxAjepqfSieE/s320/yamaha-yht-400-slim2.jpg" /></a><br />
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</div>This is not something you can find easily on the market, a Sound Bar And Sub-Integrated Receiver- the Yamaha YHT-S400! This is the newest two-piece home theater package offered by Yamaha which should fit perfectly in cramped areas where space is at a premium. The YHT-S400 combines a super-slim sound bar with a subwoofer-integrated receiver, the latter of which looks nothing like anything we've ever seen.<br />
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The package provides three 1080p-compatible HDMI inputs, AIR SURROUND XTREME, UniVolume and Extended Stereo technologies for immersive audio for all kinds of music experiences. The sound bar stands 2" high and can easily fit in front of most LCD TVs. It does support the iPod dock and Bluetooth to stream A2DP audio from cellphones or computers. The SRP is $599.95.<br />
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(source: <a href="http://hothardware.com/News/Yamaha-YHTS400-Includes-Slim-Sound-Bar-And-SubIntegrated-Receiver/">http://hothardware.com/News/Yamaha-YHTS400-Includes-Slim-Sound-Bar-And-SubIntegrated-Receiver/</a>)<br />
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</h1>zairenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14344825126943375253noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8635884822971320439.post-46505204971137065332009-12-22T00:03:00.000-08:002009-12-22T00:04:51.725-08:00The only P55 mini-itx board on the marketLANParty MI P55-T36 is the world's first Intel's P55-based mini-itx motherboard. DFI LANParty officially launched the board recently. The MI P55-T36 measures only 17cm x 17cm.<br />
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Unlike the J&W mini-itx 785G which runs on AMD chips, the Intel chip-based MI P55-T36 does not come with built-in graphics but it provides a PCIe x16 slot for graphics card.<br />
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MI P55-T36 comes with Creative Sound Blaster X-Fi technology on board which is a bonus for movie fans. It supports the latest Intel processors in the LGA 1156 package. There are also 2 DIMM sockets to support dual channel DDR3 memory and 1 power eSATA is on the real I/O. This is the most powerful Intel mini-itx board so far. <br />
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(source: <a href="http://www.tweaktown.com/pressrelease/2270/dfi_lanparty_mi_p55_t36_is_launched/index.html">http://www.tweaktown.com/pressrelease/2270/dfi_lanparty_mi_p55_t36_is_launched/index.html</a>)zairenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14344825126943375253noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8635884822971320439.post-48040381527156309782009-12-18T18:34:00.000-08:002009-12-18T19:33:34.485-08:00Top Value for Money mATX board - JW-A785GMT EXTREME<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhavRuf7PBYGtoZIeQ2IydaRoRUYWvLTP_Tc7iZcW7qDE_cL8dbazGnagjBgcpyQfUJmhwB9CmtL_X8D2ctBa6mI53-9m48fsn1D5q8DiiuQbQNssSwj8NmMmBpThW0tb6B1jULoukbvfM/s1600-h/JW-A785GMT-EXTREME_640.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhavRuf7PBYGtoZIeQ2IydaRoRUYWvLTP_Tc7iZcW7qDE_cL8dbazGnagjBgcpyQfUJmhwB9CmtL_X8D2ctBa6mI53-9m48fsn1D5q8DiiuQbQNssSwj8NmMmBpThW0tb6B1jULoukbvfM/s320/JW-A785GMT-EXTREME_640.jpg" /></a> <br />
</div>The JW-A785GMT EXTREME is a low cost mATX board that features a great design and build quality that may outperform or at least on par with their counterparts that with a much higher price tags. It comes with 128MB of DDR3 side port memory, 12 USB 2.0 ports, HDMI/DVI/VGA output, Realtek ALC 888 8-channel HD audio, Realtek RTL8111D Gigabit LAN, IEEE-1394a via the JMicron JMB381 chipset, 16GB DDR3 support, six SATA 3G ports via the SB710, and on-board HD4200 graphics.<br />
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Below are the summary of the specifications: <br />
<ol class="introol"><li>2oz Copper Layer PCB</li>
<li>100% Solid Capacitors, 1394, DUAL BIOS ready</li>
<li>Support all socket AM3 processors up to 140W</li>
<li>Integrated ATI Radeon™ HD 4200 DX10.1® Graphics</li>
<li>Onboard 128MB premium DDR3 sideport memory</li>
<li>Support AMD Overdrive™ (ACC) and RAID</li>
<li>Built-in UVD 2.0, supports ATI Avivo™ HD</li>
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</div>zairenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14344825126943375253noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8635884822971320439.post-51674951269423583792009-12-11T17:08:00.000-08:002009-12-11T17:09:17.619-08:00Dell's OptiPlex 780 USFF<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Dell has just added a new USFF to its OptiPlex 780 series. The new model only measures 23.9cm x 6.5cm x 23.6cm but still offers easy serviceability, standardized configurations and advanced remote-management capabilities that are similar to the other models in the same series. It equips with mainstream components such as Intel Core 2 Duo processor, processing power should not be an issue. <br />
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<span class="availOrange">A </span>12-inch<span class="availOrange"> ion-based Eee PC which is capable of HD playback will be released soon on January 15, 2010. </span>The new Eee PC features a 1.6GHz Intel Atom Dual Core N330 Processor, 2GB DDR2 RAM (2 x SODIMM Slot, 8GB Max), 250GB SATA Hard Drive (5400RPM) + 500GB Free Web Storage; NVidia ION Platform, Bluetooth; Wi-Fi 802.11b/g/n; 0.3MP Webcam; Free Sleeve Case and Windows 7 Home Premium Operating System (32 Bit) pre-installed.<br />
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(source: http://www.amazon.com/Seashell-1201N-PU17-BK-12-1-Inch-Netbook-Black/dp/tech-data/B002ZLOR56/ref=de_a_smtd)zairenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14344825126943375253noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8635884822971320439.post-22839963548085498362009-12-02T20:32:00.000-08:002009-12-02T20:32:15.647-08:00ProMedia 2.1 Wireless iPod/Computer Speaker<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br />
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</div>Want dynamic, room-filling sound from your laptop or notebook without any wires tying you down? Meet the ProMedia 2.1 Wireless, a powerful speaker system that lets you enjoy your iTunes, Internet radio and more from anywhere in your room—wirelessly. <br />
<ul><li>USB wireless transmitter streams audio up to 30 feet away </li>
<li> Robust 2.4 GHz wireless technology provides interference-free performance </li>
<li> Same award-winning sound as the original ProMedia 2.1</li>
<li> Easy plug-and-play design, no router or installation software required</li>
<li> Use Apple’s Remote Application to wirelessly control your iTunes</li>
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The ProMedia wirelessly “talks” to your computer via a USB wireless transmitter. All you have to do is plug the transmitter into your computer’s USB port and you’re ready to move around your room and still experience the big, powerful sound that’s made Klipsch an industry leader. It’s that simple—no router or installation software is required. <br />
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The transmitter can stream audio wirelessly from your computer to the ProMedia up to 30 feet away. Plus, its robust 2.4 GHz wireless technology won’t interfere with other wireless devices, such as cordless phones, so nothing stands in the way of you and amazing sound. (source: <a href="http://www.klipsch.com/na-en/products/promedia-2-1-wireless-overview/">http://www.klipsch.com/na-en/products/promedia-2-1-wireless-overview/</a>)<br />
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<em></em>zairenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14344825126943375253noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8635884822971320439.post-39264430902640440772009-11-29T02:34:00.000-08:002009-11-29T02:34:53.332-08:00iiyama releases eco LCDs<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjMQxAdOuTJEl77AMsoU82aFf8a1S0kP86SNBAW7UIAkOIdd4wzExLwFR1mXY-hH8OxosD713kvNcDYYJ4OsVktOa7EGLzVmawUCLqnDGpyWKuTESbYE1lRUBuMVJRCn6sDcr_UTAs_ZG8/s1600/iiyama+ProLite+E2710HDS+01.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjMQxAdOuTJEl77AMsoU82aFf8a1S0kP86SNBAW7UIAkOIdd4wzExLwFR1mXY-hH8OxosD713kvNcDYYJ4OsVktOa7EGLzVmawUCLqnDGpyWKuTESbYE1lRUBuMVJRCn6sDcr_UTAs_ZG8/s320/iiyama+ProLite+E2710HDS+01.jpg" /></a><br />
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</div><div style="color: black; font-family: Times,"Times New Roman",serif;">iiyama has just released two low power consumption 27-inch LCD monitors, the B2712HDS and E2710HDS. Both come with light and dark color versions. These new LCD monitors come with a screen resolution of 1920 X 1080, 5 ms (2 ms GTG) response time, maximum brightness 400 cd/m2 and contrast ratio at 1000:1. The power consumption is at 45W in the active operation mode.<br />
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</div><div style="font-family: Times,"Times New Roman",serif;"><span style="color: black;">The B2712HDS is with a dynamic contrast 50000:1 and equipped with two 1.5W loudspeakers, while the </span><span style="color: black;">dynamic contrast of E2710HDS is 20000:1 and paired with two 2W loudspeakers plus 4 USB ports. </span><br />
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</span>zairenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14344825126943375253noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8635884822971320439.post-7825892360841291612009-11-26T18:27:00.000-08:002009-11-26T18:27:33.053-08:00LaCie Unveils Full HD Media Player: LaCinema Classic HD<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh08Sqx9RIVvgT9nDEr4I4i3vrApd6-4PkQvaQFRBtm_sN77teNBYYe9LViN74jpBCb1T7DdwO5oiaGQL262SmCD5wiEyiT-Ae6u4ls-z8S1HDtpfWWUfATDNdC0EGlRpGP1o0CvD7qbBg/s1600/LaCinemaClassic-front.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh08Sqx9RIVvgT9nDEr4I4i3vrApd6-4PkQvaQFRBtm_sN77teNBYYe9LViN74jpBCb1T7DdwO5oiaGQL262SmCD5wiEyiT-Ae6u4ls-z8S1HDtpfWWUfATDNdC0EGlRpGP1o0CvD7qbBg/s320/LaCinemaClassic-front.jpg" /></a><br />
</div>LaCie has released a new HD multimedia hard drive player, combining Full HD 1080p playback, unsurpassed format compatibility and DLNA media server functionality – LaCinema Classic HD, through HDMI on your HDTV. No matter the video, music or photo format and resolution, the LaCinema Classic HD will play it seamlessly with the highest sound and image quality. It’s compatible with all the most popular video formats on the market, from DivX, MKV, to AVC and H.264, and provides uncompromised Dolby Digital quality sound. <br />
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It’s easy to play your movie library on your HDTV: connect the LaCinema Classic HD to your computer to store your movies, then connect it to your TV for instant playback. No configuration is required. <br />
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The LaCinema Classic HD can also be turned into a powerful media server that will allow you to use it as a central location for all of your media. You can even share content with a Playstation® or Xbox®, with the LaCinema Classic HD functioning as your primary media player. <br />
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With up to 2TB of storage available, you can store your entire digital media library in one location. This user-friendly media player is quiet and fanless, and is designed by Neil Poulton, adding sophisticated style to your home. A user-friendly navigation and remote control have been designed to enhance your entertainment experience. You can even quickly connect a USB storage key to the front of your LaCinema Classic HD to instantly watch movies on your TV. <br />
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By using the included remote control and easy navigation interface, you have quick and convenient access to your media libraries. Additionally, the front USB port allows you to connect a USB drive or digital camera to instantly share your photos on your HDTV with friends and family. <br />
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The LaCinema Classic HD also features the option of connecting a USB WiFi 802.11N adapter (sold separately) for wireless access to the home network. <br />
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<strong></strong>LaCinema Classic HD is available through the LaCie Online Store, starting at the suggested retail price of $249.99.<br />
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(source: <a href="http://www.lacie.com/us/products/product.htm?pid=11389">http://www.lacie.com/us/products/product.htm?pid=11389</a>)zairenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14344825126943375253noreply@blogger.com