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Maxell Universal DC Dual Outlet Power Plug Auto Adapter (AUTO DC-2) Review

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(More customer reviews)I bought this adapter so I could plug in a GPS unit and an FM transmitter for my iPod into the car's cigarette lighter socket at the same time. It works great.

From looking at the product image before I bought the adapter, I wasn't sure if it was the right adapter because the dual sockets looked a little strange in the picture. However, what you're seeing in the image are the spring-loaded safety covers. When you plug in your device, the safety cover gets pushed into the socket.

The adapter can swivel 90 degrees, which is a nice feature when you're trying to get the wires from your devices out of your way and not wrapped around the car's gear stick.

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Maxell Dual Outlet DC Power Plug Car Adapter

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MG-950DL: Mainnav MG-950DL Sport Bluetooth GPS Data Logger / Cycle Computer with LCD Screen (Dual Bluetooth/USB, SiRF III, Weather Proof) (Bike Mount Included) Review

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(More customer reviews)I m lucky to have been able to review a lot of data logger, and this one makes me have mixed feeling about it.
+ : the lcd display contains useful information, speed, memory status (%), altitude, etc..
- : you need to UNPLUG It to use it in the car.
the software part isn't reliable to get the log, unless you use a third party software such as :
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which supports natively the mainnav products
the shape of the gps is pretty "squarry" and if you want a flat model, look for the visiontac vp900

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Features:# Store up to 260,000 waypoints# LCD display# SiRF Star III Chipset# Calculates precise speed, location while you workout# Record track-logs of vehicle movement# User can select among Google earth, Satellite or Hybrid to show the track# Reads NMEA data from GPS# USB interface# Transmission data via USB and BluetoothSpecification:# Dimension: 73 x 49 x 21 mm# LCD Size: 33 x 33 mm# Weight: 70g# GPS Chipset: SiRF III LP# Acquisition: 20 channels# Update rate: 1 sec.# Acquisition Time (hot/warm/cold) : 6/38/42 sec.# Bluetooth: V2.0, 10 meters# Position Accuracy: Non DGPS < 10m; DGPS < 5m# Interface: USB 2.0 / Bluetooth 2.0# NMEA 0183 V2.2 (GPGGA, GPGLL, GPGSA, GPGSV, GPRMC, GPVTG)# Battery: 3.7V Rechargeable Li-ion Battery 700mA# Input Voltage: 5.5

VR3 Roadmaster/VR3 HD Radio Receiver Review

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(More customer reviews)This is a very poorly designed product, all the way around.It has the cosmetic appearance of a very low-end electronic product.The cable from the remote to the base unit is bulky & short.Lousy design making it hard to install.The base unit is massive and hard to conceal under the dash.Power needs to come from your 12v accessory/cigarette lighter on the dash.Again, making it hard to conceal/install.To sum up.......Save Yourelf Plenty of Frustration, and AVOID this product.

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Backstopper Collision Avoidance System Review

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(More customer reviews)This product is excelent. Installation was simple as it came with all the tools and instructions required to complete that task (took me 1hr).

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2 digit LED numerical distance display (in feet)Multi-colored bar graph display indicates distance to objects and left or right 3 distinct audio warnings Top mount with curved design

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Garmin StreetPilot 2730 3.8-Inch Portable GPS Navigator Review

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(More customer reviews)This is my first GPS unit.Having used and loved the Magellan units in Hertz rental cars, I watched and waited for prices to go down below the $1k mark. These are my first impressions:

The 2730 worked right out of the box -- I just plugged the power cable into the cig lighter, removed the 2730's snap-on screen protector, slid the unit into the weighted base, placed it on the dashboard and powered it up.In spite of the car being parked in the shadow of a 10-story high-rise, the unit quickly locked onto multiple satellites and gave an accurate location textual and graphical readout.

The included manual could be better organized and have more detailed explanations, but the 2730's front panel button controls are fairly intuitive for basic tasks.Menu navigation is easy. (Note, I did download and skim the manual from Amazon before purchasing the unit. I suggest you do the same.)Haven't used the included remote control yet, and at first glance there may not be much need for it.

The screen is a bit small (for my middle-aged eyes), but once you learn its layout, a quick glance at appropriate spots on the screen gives you useful reference data: next turn instruction (text), distance to next waypoint (number), speed, ETA, etc.Within the menus the display and choices of data can be modified.

With my wife driving, I entered our travel destination in Tribeca -- lower Manhattan / NYC (40+ miles away).Using the touchscreen was easy and intuitive.The unit's routing calculation was fairly quick.However, we checked the traffic report (on the old fashioned AM radio news station!) and found that the 2730's selected route would take us down the FDR drive which had some congestion.Moreover, the FDR is on the East side, whereas our destination is closer to the West side.The 2730 couldn't be faulted for the congestion, but the East side routing seemed strange.We started off by followed the unit's initial routing instructions (to stay on I-95 south), but soon veered off onto familiar local parkways which we knew would take us over towards the West side of NYC.As soon as we got off-course, the Garmin quickly recalculated, and anticipated the route we intended (which turned out to be a tad longer -- perhaps why it was not chosen in the first place).

The speaker volume (with clearly-spoken instructions) was adjustable to suit our car's noisy interior.Driving down the West Side Highway, the 2730 did not give us sufficient SPOKEN warning to prepare for an upcoming left turn -- however, the left turn instruction was clearly laid out in text on the screen.Igot the impression at that particular point that our physical location was a few 100 feet ahead of the GPS coordinates (perhaps due to limited GPS reception from our location in NYCity).

I am sure there is much more to discover about the 2730 (I haven't tried Points Of Interest or the XM Satellite radio options).After the first trip, I would say I like the unit, find it to be very high-quality, and sold in a convenient bundle with all of the accessories needed (at least those that are apparent now).Some critiques are that the 2730:
1) screen is small
2) is very expensive
3) no internal battery for portable operation (needs to be plugged in to 12v source)
4) instruction manual has extremely limited information. Lots ofhidden functionality i.e. difficult to find out how to input locations without a specific address (to mark, name and save a current location -- like a camping spot -- in memory).

Bottom line is if you can spend $800 - $1k, it's a very good GPS bundle.(Note: as of 2007, price is about half!)

ADDENDUM from Trips 2 and 3 (commuting to and from work):
The routing software chose the fastest, most direct route, using a combination of highway and back roads -- impressive and efficient. The map accuracy is very good, except for a few quirks like calling a company campus entrance road an "alley."
Mounting on the dashboard is good for a heads-up navigation display.The beanbag-style weighted portable base is suitably heavy, BUT the unit can go flying off the dashboard during a sharp turn.
Turning on the WAAS function (for more accurate location reading) significantly slows down initial satellite capture.
The trip computer offers lots of functionality as well sa quantitative and predictive data.
2007: I still use the unit regularly, find it useful and reliable, although a bit bigger and bulkier thatn some of the newer Garmins (but with smaller screens).
Telephone support by Garmin has been very good.
Have not used the XM Radio option for traffic -- have not heard that traffic info in the NY Metro area is sufficiently real-time or comprehensive.

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Knowledge is power, and thanks to the advanced technology packed into the Garmin StreetPilot 2730, you'll get plenty of both. The big news about this model in comparison to its predecessor, the 2720, is the addition of XM radio capabilities. With a subscription to XM radio services, you'll get real-time XM NavTraffic, XM WX Weather, and XM Radio service. What does all that mean? When coupled with Garmin's legendary GPS technology, it means you'll always know not only exactly where you are, and but also what lies ahead.

The StreetPilot 2730 is ready to go right out of the box.

Navigation begins with a simple screen. View larger

Thanks to XM-powered traffic data that is integrated into the unit's 3-D map display, you can see what hazards or traffic disruptions are in your area. View larger

Load up your favorite MP3s and play them. View larger

Or, listen to programming on XM radio. View larger

And don't forget to check the weather, which is also powered by XM. View larger The Power of XM Radio
XM NavTraffic is the first nationwide satellite-based data traffic information service to enable an onscreen overlay of current traffic conditions. The StreetPilot 2730 uses this data to automatically calculate and suggest faster alternative routes long before traffic starts backing up. Accidents, road construction, or other incidents affecting traffic are graphically represented as icons on the navigation map. Precise information relating to a traffic incident is also available, including the precise location of the incident, the lanes affected, and the predicted duration. What's more, roadways are color-coded to indicate directional traffic flow speed.
The 2730 also keeps you up to date on weather conditions, thanks to XM weather data. Current weather conditions for over 2,000 locations, and weather forecasts for 162 cities, are displayed on the screen. United States county storm and flood warnings are also highlighted, giving you the best and latest information available for your travel plans.
The 2730 is also a powerful entertainment device, as it offers more than 150 channels of XM satellite radio channels, featuring 100-percent commercial-free music, as well as more than 30 channels of news, sports, and talk. You can send XM and navigation audio to your car stereo through the StreetPilot's integrated FM wireless transmitter or via an integrated 3.5 mm stereo headphone/line-out plug. And if that's not enough, the 2730 also comes equipped with an MP3 player that lets you take your personal music collection on the road. Loading music from your computer is drag-and-drop easy, and there's no need for special software. The StreetPilot 2730 also works as an audiobook player; you can download books from audible.com and enjoy your favorite authors on the road.
An included GXM 30 antenna receives and processes all XM traffic, weather, and audio data. For maximum portability, the magnetic, waterproof, puck-size antenna can be placed on the dashboard or the roof of the vehicle.
Top-Tier GPS Performance
Don't forget that the 2730 is a high-end GPS navigation device with text-to-speech functionality that allows the unit to audibly announce the names of upcoming streets and points of interest. This lets you keep your eyes on the road while you navigate through busy traffic and tricky roadways. The 2730 also features a widescreen, automotive-grade touchscreen display that automatically dims and brightens based on ambient light conditions. And an included wireless remote control can be used to operate the device's functions.
Finding your way with the 2730 starts with inputting a location on the touchscreen. Next, the unit's text-to-speech feature speaks to you just like a back-seat driver, telling you the names of streets, when to turn, and in what direction. And if you happen to miss a turn, don't worry--the 2730 automatically calculates a new route to your destination. In addition to point-to-point navigation, the 2730 can calculate the most efficient route between multiple destinations--a real time-saver for realtors, salespeople, and errand runners. You can also tell the unit to avoid specific areas or road segments when calculating a route. With the 2730, you have the option of selecting a three-dimensional mapping perspective, or one of several 2-D overhead viewing options. What's more, audible and visual navigation instructions and warnings help you navigate more quickly while keeping your eyes on the road.
An integrated dash-mounting system provides easy adjustment and quick release, or you can use the included "bean bag" mount if you don't want to add a mount to your dash. An included speaker attachment that is built into the 12-volt cigarette lighter adapter enables the 2730 to deliver voice prompts. An internal antenna that communicates with up to 12 GPS satellites is provided, as is a USB port for PC connectivity. There's also an MCX-type connector for hooking up an optional external GPS antenna. And if you need waterproofing, the 2730 is up to the challenge; it meets IEC 60529 IPX7 standards, which means it's submersible in one meter of water for up to 30 minutes.
Another time- and frustration-saving feature of the 2730 is the database of preloaded maps and points of interest. Gone are the days of uploading partial maps from your computer to your GPS device: the 2730 has them all built in. The unit comes preloaded with Garmin's highly detailed MapSource City Navigator NT North America maps of the entire United States, Canada, and Puerto Rico. Finding points of interest along your route is made easy with the 2730's huge built-in database of nearly six million hotels, restaurants, gas stations, ATMs, and attractions. Garmin has also made it easy for users to upload custom points of interest--now you can add school zones or safety cameras to your database. You can even turn on a proximity alert to notify you of upcoming custom points of interest.

Note: Subscriptions are required for XM NavTraffic and XM Radio services.

What's in the Box
StreetPilot 2730 receiver, MapSource City Navigator NT North America maps, GXM 30 antenna, integrated FM wireless transmitter, 12-volt power cable with external speaker, alphanumeric remote control, PC/USB interface cable, AC power adapter, beanbag mount, dash mount, protective cover, owner's manual, and quick-reference setup guide.

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Garmin GPSMAP 496 - GPS receiver - aviation Review

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(More customer reviews)Even if you are not a pilot this GPS is the one to get. It contains both aviation and auto navigation. This gives you much more detail especially around airports when you are driving. You can also get real time weather reports. This is a great asset particularly if you drive in hurricaine or tornado prone areas. It also contains a topographical terrain database perfect if you are also a camper or hiker. So whether you fly, drive, hike or camp this GPS does it all.

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Fly smarter and safer with the GPSMAP 496 on board. This "know-it-all" mini-MFD puts more power and information at your fingertips than any other portable handheld in the history of aviation. Similar to the GPSMAP 396, the 496 combines satellite weather with a detailed color map and terrain alerting, then takes it up a notch with even more high-end software and features. The 496 is a "must have" for any pilot.


Fly smarter and safer with the GPSMAP 496 on board.
Combines satellite weather with a detailed color map and terrain alerting.
The Terrain Page, available only in Aviation Mode, provides an overhead view of the terrain and obstacles beneath you.
The Map Page includes airspace boundaries, airports, navaids, lakes, rivers, coastlines, cities, and highways.
Preloaded with Americas navigation database. Click to enlarge coverage map.
View Your Position on Taxiways
Garmin SafeTaxi data provides detailed taxiway diagrams and position information for over 850 U.S. airports. Preloaded on the unit, this information helps you navigate unfamiliar airports with confidence and shows your aircraft's exact position on the field.Access AOPA Airport Directory
Easily look up taxi services, plan an overnight, choose fuel stops and more with the Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association (AOPA) Airport Directory included on GPSMAP 496. It offers detailed information for over 5,300 U.S. airports along with the names and phone numbers of thousands of FBOs, plus ground transportation, lodging, restaurants, local attractions and more.Receive Altitude-Sensitive Alerts
When in the air, Garmin's new Smart Airspace feature makes it easier than ever to identify what airspace lies ahead. Smart Airspace automatically highlights airspace close to your current altitude and de-emphasizes airspace away from the current altitude, which gives you increased situational awareness.Enjoy Faster Update Rate
For added realism and safety, the 496 updates map data and "Panel" page instruments at 5 Hz, a significantly faster update rate that gives you a smoother, near "real-time" presentation of your aircraft's analog indicators, such as the HSI and turn coordinator.Enhance Situational Awareness
GPSMAP 496 features a built-in Jeppesen database, and an Americas, Atlantic or Pacific terrain database. It also includes an obstacles database for the U.S. or Europe. Using this information, the 496 displays your flight route over contour terrain mapping. The higher-resolution terrain database includes over ten times as much data as the 396's for even more visual reference. With information from the terrain and obstacles databases, the 496 monitors your current position in relation to surrounding terrain to provide alerts. Even customize your own minimum clearance levels to receive terrain cautions. The addition of private airports and heliports to the database provides even more navigation and emergency "nearest" options.Add Weather, Radio and Traffic
Make informed decisions based on weather and traffic with optional sensors and services. With a subscription to XM WX Satellite Weather and the included GXM 30A smart antenna, you'll have access to constantly-updated, high-resolution weather data for the U.S, right in the cockpit. Weather information includes Next Generation Radar (NEXRAD), Aviation Routine Weather Reports (METARs), Terminal Aerodrome Forecasts (TAFs), Temporary Flight Restrictions (TFRs), Lightning and Winds Aloft and can be laid directly over the 496's Jeppesen and topographic map databases. With an additional monthly service fee, GXM 30A delivers XM Satellite Radio to your aircraft. Add a Garmin Mode S transponder, and the 496 will also display TIS traffic alerts that identify surrounding air traffic.Navigate by Air, Land or Sea
Garmin's GPSMAP 496 comes ready to go right out of the box with preloaded City Navigator NT street maps. With nearly 6 million points of interest and road coverage for U.S., Canada and Mexico, plus Puerto Rico, U.S. Virgin Islands, Cayman Islands and the Bahamas, City Navigator North America NT gives you everything you need to travel North America. Powered by NAVTEQ, a world leader in premium-quality digital map data, City Navigator brings you the most detailed street maps available so you can navigate with exact, turn-by-turn directions to any address or intersection.Jeppesen Database Information
The GPSMAP 496 includes an internal Jeppesen database that provides location and facility information for thousands of airports, VORs, NDBs, and more. Updates to the Jeppesen database are available every 28 days online. The following information is provided:


Americas Terrain Database

Enhance situational awareness with the Terrain Aviation Database. This digital database contains the elevation data which represents the topography of the earth. Using this information, your Garmin aviation GPS monitors your current position in relation to surrounding terrain to provide alerts--giving you additional time to make critical decisions regarding the flight path. Since Terrain data does not include man-made objects (towers, airports, VORs etc.), updates to Terrain data do not occur on a regular basis.The download process for Terrain updates is simple and convenient. Simply plug in your aviation device, download and go.What's in the Box
GPSMAP 496, Preloaded City Navigator NT, Free Single Jeppesen Update, Auto Mount, Yoke Mount, Friction Mount, GXM 30A Smart Antenna, Low-Profile Remote GPS Antenna, Vehicle Power Cable With Speaker, AC Power Adapter, USB Cable, Carrying Case, Owner's Manual, Quick Reference Guide

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PYLE PLPSE3 2 Parking Sensor System and Led Display Review

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(More customer reviews)I ordered it with amazon LLC. And it arrived quick.
But after opening the box and reading the manual, I realize the beeper is optional.
I need a beeper to save the possible mistake back up.
I return it and no problem on return, amazon pay the postage. The last, I never install it yet, so my rating is sort of dummy. Thanks.

Updates. I got the 4 sensor model. They are the same except two more sensors. The display has a built in beeper (the buzzer is extra), so I was wrong. The installation instruction is too simple. For example, you need to drill 4 holes to the bumper. But actually, to run the wires from bumper, you better uninstall the bumper from the car. The other challenge is to find the reverse light wire and tie to it. It is not a plug and play. Amazing there is a Youtube which is excellent. I eventually gave up and picked up the phones: $120 to $250. OK, not bad. $120 for 3 hours, deal. It is working well.

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This Pyle Watch Dog series parking sensor system uses 2 sensors to make sure your car is parked in a safe position. The 4 piece rear parking system (2 sensors, brain, display) has a four stage built-in beeping alarm to notify you when you're getting too close. But best of all, it has a digital distance object indicator with four-color, seven-stage LED display to show you the exact distance you are from the nearest wall. The reverse sensor trigger activates the system so you can back up without worry. Includes sensor cutout tool. Requires 12 V DC.

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Viper 5701 Pink 2 Way security w/ R.Start Pink Review

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(More customer reviews)I bought Viper 5900 and then recently 5701. The 5900 has a bad connection issue. After 2 days of installation (by professional person).. it worked to lock/unlock the door however it didn't work to autostart the car. Went back to the installer, he showed me a bad connection. When the connection at the starter( not in wiring). When the connectionwas good, the auto-starter worked but as soon as he shook the controller it stopped. Luckily he was manager to put it in my car in such as way that it works now.

About 5701 - Pink.. Just bought it. It is installed in 97 Toyota corolla. It works to unlock/lock the door. Auto starter doesn't work. I bought Viper both times thinking that it's backed by Directed Electronics. However totally disappointed. Hope this review helps the buyers.

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Viper 5701 Pink 2 Way security w/ R.Start Pink

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Garmin GPSMAP 535s 5-Inch Waterproof Marine GPS and Chartplotter with Dual Beam Transducer Review

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(More customer reviews)Terrific GPS/Plotter. Shows local inland lakes. Has accurate detail shoreline and some depth data. Unit is bright for use in day light. Sonar works fairly well in up to 200ft depths and as shallow as 3 ft. Unit starts up fast. Great unit for inland lakes. No down side for the price. Very compact, easy to mount and take off mount.

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The Garmin GPSMAP 535s Chartplotter with Dual Beam Transducer provides a versatile chartplotter with the sharpest, most colorful graphics you've ever seen on a 5-inch screen. With plenty of built-in functionality and compatibility for upgrades or expansions, the 535s is the perfect companion for any boater looking to get out on the water and start exploring, or to simply plot a safe course from point A to point B.
The Garmin 535s chartplotter uses a crisp, ultra-bright, full-color 5-inch QVGA display with 640 x 480 pixels of resolution and over 800 nits of brightness. Driven by a high-speed processor, this screen offers exceptional detail, fast redraw rates, and the most realistic photo-enhanced cartography available in its class. The 535s lets you view your position with pinpoint accuracy to within less than three meters via its extremely accurate, WAAS/EGNOS-enabled GPS antenna, and comes with a built-in, satellite-enhanced worldwide basemap, as well as detailed maps of inland U.S. lakes. What's more, with an SD card slot providing compatibility with the optional BlueChart g2 Vision card, you can further enhance this unit's mapping capabilities with features such as high-resolution aerial reference photos for help navigating tricky harbors and channels, or locating spots like area marinas or fuel stops. The g2 Vision card also lets the 535s provide graphical depictions in a true 3D mariner's-eye topside view, or fish-eye underwater perspective.
The Garmin 535s features intuitive navigation with fewer buttons to push and operational steps to traverse, and a simplified menu format that makes it easier for you to see and select the data you want to access on-screen, as well as a tilt and swivel mount bracket that lets you set it for optimum positioning. The 535s also features a backlit keypad for easier operation at night, and a new night mode function that provides optimum readability in low-light conditions. The 535s can also provide auto guidance via the optional g2 Vision card, which searches all your chart features in order to suggest the best known charted route for navigation, so you always have a knowledgeable guide to local hazards and waterways on deck with you.
The 535s is designed to be easily adaptable to various conditions with a choice of dual-beam or dual-frequency sonar to clearly portray depth contours, fish targets, structure and more. This unit comes with dual-frequency, 80 kHz to 200 kHz transom-mount transducer with a wider beam for maximum freshwater performance. Made to be upgradeable and expandable, the Garmin 535s includes built-in CANet connectivity that enables its sonar data to be shared with other chartplotter displays on your boat. This unit weighs two pounds, and measures just 6.4 x 5.9 x 2.9 inches (W x H x D) allowing it to be placed virtually anywhere.
What's in the Box
Garmin 535s chartplotter, dual-beam transducer, tilt/swivel mount bracket, power and data cables, protective cover and owner's manual.

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Coby MP715 1 GB Video MP3 Player with Trackball (Black) Review

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(More customer reviews)This product is GREAT, portable, slim, and for the price its not only GREAT it's a STEAL
this holds 2 hrs. of my favorite music videos,bloopers,etc.
with roughly 300 of my favorite songs(with space to spare) i haven't had a problem with it at all.
and,SHIPPING WAS PHENOMENAL!!! it came in just 3 days....
overall a great product
great gift for teens,friends,co-workers,etc.

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The Coby MP-715 super-slim video MP3 player lets you enjoy digital video and audio everywhere you go with its full-color 2.2-inch TFT LCD and unique trackball control navigation. Store a gigabyte of your favorite music, videos, photos, and text and access them anywhere you feel like it. A high-speed USB 2.0 connection makes for quick transfers, and the rechargeable battery gives you up to 8 hours of audio enjoyment.


Enjoy digital video and audio everywhere you go. Click to enlarge.
Control it all with the unique trackball control. Click to enlarge.
Ultra-portable and compact. Click to enlarge.
Your Audio Anywhere
Take your favorite tunes with you. The MP-715 plays MP3, WMA, and even OGG audio files. It also supports WMDRM10 audio, so you can use many copy-protected files from subscription services like eMusic or Napster. ID3 tag support means full song info is displayed on the screen for your reference.
Need a break from your own tunes? Switch it up--flip on the FM radio and enjoy a little live broadcast.
Your Video Anywhere
Enjoy your favorite clips and movies on the go. Watch WMV, FLV, or AVI format videos on the brilliant 2.2-inch display.
If you want to share your favorite photos, you're also covered with JPG, BMP and GIF image support. Finally, the MP-715 can display text files for your reading pleasure.
What's in the Box
Coby MP715 1 GB Video MP3 Player with Trackball (Black), Stereo Earphones, USB Cable, Installation CD

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Raymarine C90W 9-Inch Waterproof Marine GPS and Chartplotter Review

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(More customer reviews)The C90W is a recent Raymarine Multi-Function Display (MFD) that allows the user to see GPS data, radar data, sonar/fishfinder data, Automated Information System (AIS) data, Sensor data,and Engine data all on one display. It also allows the user to interface the vessel's Seatalk-compatible automatic pilot directly to the MFD. Essentially, the C90W is intended to and does function as the heart of a vessel's navigation, control, and monitoring system.It does much more as well, including allowing the user to buy Platinum Navionics maps which provide aerial views of GPS terrain (useful for harbor navigating, in particular) and it can be interfaced with a suitable Sirius radio unit to provide weather data on the display.There are other features of this display, so check out the Raymarine website to get the whole story.

Raymarine makes three sizes of the C-W series: nine, twelve, and fourteen inches.The C90W, at nine inches, is more than adequate for my needs and was also the largest size my vessel's dashboard could accommodate.

The USA unit comes pre-loaded with Navionics coastal charts.This data is sufficient for almost all mariners; most users will not need to purchase additional charts, although the Platinum Navionics cards are very cool.

The C90W screen is in a widescreen landscape format which facilitates monitoring a variety of functions at one time.The user can configure the C90W in almost an infinite number of ways.For example, it is very easy to have one window showing Radar, another showing GPS with radar overlayed on the GPS screen, while also viewing various databoxes such as Course-Over-Ground, ocean depth, autopilot information, etc.The screen itself is bright and gorgeous, and easily viewed even in direct sunlight.

My favorite function of the unit is the ability to overlay radar data on the GPS.This is invaluable in many circumstances, particularly when entering a harbor at night or in fog.It is VERY nice to be able to see the breakwater and navigation buoys on the GPS with radar overlaying them.This gives confidence that everything is where it should be.The unit's integration with the Marine Automatic Information System ("AIS") is fantastic.One can overlay an AIS vessel icon with the radar track for the same vessel, once again giving double surety as regards the position of another vessel.Further, it tells you the name and MMSI number of the other AIS-equipped vessel which facilitates hailing them to coordinate collision avoidance.

Another very nice feature of this MFD is its integration with any Raymarine (Seatalk-compatible) autopilot.You can plot a route or pick a waypoint and then engage the autopilot to steer your vessel along the route.This is how I invariably navigate to Catalina Island and other distant locations.Thus the MFD really does become the navigation and information center of the vessel.

One thing that I really like about this unit is how easy it is to update the firmware.The unit features a single CF card slot.One can download a firmware update from Raymarine's website, and quickly and easily update the firmware.I did it shortly after installing my C90W and it was easy and intuitive.No need for asking the dealer for help; this is a very user-friendly process.Thus, as the feature set and/or bug correction (there are always possible bugs, I imagine) improves, the user can keep the C90W completely up to date.

The menus on this unit are very intuitive.Since I was generally familiar with Raymarine menus I barely needed to crack the manual.The unit is pretty close to self-documenting.Most users should read through the manual to ensure that they know how very easy it is to accomplish tasks such as customizing the screen, building GPS routes, interfacing the autopilot to the unit, etc.One read-though combined with the excellent prompts and intuitive menus on the screen itself will be enough to make power-users out of most of us.The real value of the manual is that it explains all of the plethora of features that this MFD provides.Once the user has understood a given feature by reading the manual once, generally the menus are intuitive enough so that further reference to the manual is unnecessary.

Raymarine also makes an E-Series of MFDs.This series features touch-screen while the C-series utilizes a multifunction pad device akin to a mouse.I went with the C-Series specifically to avoid touch-screen; plus the E-series is remarkably more expensive.(But very nice!)

This unit will be the heart of my vessel's navigation, radar, and sonar systems for years to come.Highly recommended.RJB.

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Raymarine C90W 9" WS Multi Display US Charts

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Garmin GDB 55 MSN Direct Receiver Review

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(More customer reviews)Here's the conundrum...

I have a Garmin nuvi 255.On the POSITIVE side, with the GDB 55, the 255 IS capable of plotting and changing your route on the fly automatically according to the traffic data it receives.The DOWNSIDE is that the traffic data it has received so far has been next to useless.

For example, last Friday we traveled from Massachusetts to Maryland.Coming down the Jersey Turnpike the unit showed a small (1 or 3 min delay) and kept us on the pike.Just before we reached exit 7, we decided we'd had enough, pressed Detour, and ended up doing something involving route 295.When we reached our destination, we learned from those who arrived hours later that the pike had turned into a virtual parking lot and we'd have lost hours if we'd believed the Garmin regarding traffic.

I'd return the GDB 55 except that the traffic data really can get the 255 to change its recommendations.So, fool that I may be, I'm going to keep working with it on the hope that the traffic data service will improve.I figure (a) it's part of the price of getting in when a service is relatively new and (b)I can always hit Detour manually as we did last weekend should we start getting anxious again.

Unless you *have* to have it, however, I recommend against buying this unit until early adopters report that its performance has improved to being minimally acceptable.At the moment, it isn't!

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Notice: MSN Direct service will be available only until January 1, 2012. Activate a subscription between November 19, 2009, and March 31, 2010, and receive 9 months of MSN Direct service for free.

The MSN Direct Receiver/GDB 55 turns your compatible Garmin into a dynamic on-the-go information source. With the purchase of this receiver, you'll get 12 months of MSN Direct services, including traffic updates, gas prices, weather forecasts, and so much more.
Travel Smart
The GDB 55 delivers the content you need for life on the go:


The GDB 55 sends information to your compatible Garmin navigator so you can avoid traffic, save money at the pump, check the forecast, and find your theatre--while staying on top of news and stocks. The Send-to-GPS feature lets you plan your trip on your PC, then wirelessly send it to your navigator.


Activate and Navigate
The MSN Direct receiver is plug-and-play portable, making it easy to connect to your unit when on the go. No professional installation required. Simply activate your receiver following the instructions in the manual. After activation, plug the receiver into your compatible Garmin device, connect to your vehicle's power outlet, and you're ready to receive data.


Subscription Information
MSN Direct is available only in select cities where coverage exists. Visit MSN Direct to extend your current service, purchase a service plan for an additional area or view coverage information.


Compatibility
nuvi 1200, nuvi 1250, nuvi 1260T, nuvi 1300, nuvi 1350, nuvi 1350T, nuvi 1370T, nuvi 1390T, nuvi 1390T, nuvi 1450, nuvi 1490T, nuvi 205, nuvi 205W, nuvi 255, nuvi 255W, nuvi 265T, nuvi 265WT, nuvi 275T, nuvi 500, nuvi 550
What's in the Box
MSN Direct receiver and owner's manual

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PYLE PLPSC8 2 Parking Sensor System with VFD Display and Speaker Review

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(More customer reviews)The "user manual" shipped with the parts is not specific for this model. The wiring diagram is for module that does not look like the one I received. Requests for help from Pyleaudio were ignored. There was absolute no operations instructions. If you need instruction to install this item, don't buy it. Diagram showed the sensors should be installed with arrow pointing up. If you do that, you will get an alarm despite nothing is in the way. Install the sensor with the arrow down (opposite to the manual instruction), they work fine. There is no adjustment to the volume of the warning, only on or off. It is very loud.

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5 Piece Rear Parking System (Sensors x 2, ain, Speaker Display) 2 x1-Inch Diameter Wired Rear Sensors (9 Foot) High Definition VFD Dynamic Color Display (25 Foot) External Wired Speaker From Screen (5.5-Inch Inch) Digital Distance Indicator Left Right 4 Color 4 Stage Led Indicator 4 Stage Beeper Alarming Sound 5 Stage Voice Report Sound Optional Mute Function 24 Hour Time Display Temperature Display Sensor Cutout Tool Included Dc 12v Application Dimensions (Display):2-Inch (H) X 3-Inch(W) X 0.80-Inch (L) Dimensions(ain):1-Inch (H) X 3.75-Inch(W) X 2.5-Inch (L) Dimensions(Speaker):0.5-Inch (H) X 1.5-Inch(W) X 1.5-Inch (L)

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Azentek Sm450 Smartmirror Navigation Mirror with Bluetooth Review

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(More customer reviews)I just got this Smartmirror and I like it a lot. It has everything I was looking for: factory look, GPS Nav, blue tooth, back up camera (optional), and babycam (optional).
Pros: The Navigation has a cool speed sensitive zoom out, 2D-3D, day/night, easy bluetooth pairing, reverse turns on the optional camera, power turns on the baby cam.
Cons: This thing needs to lose the lawyers. Why do I need to press ok twice everytime I turn the car on before it comes on. It should just turn on like a normal nav. Why should I have to go into the blue tooth to connect every time I turn it on, again, normally a car just does it. The cameras are backwards, might be the camera or the the unit, while good for backup bearings, its weird for a baby cam. It should have some options to flip it and zoom in or out, since the monitor is so small. Its also kind of slow finding satellites on start up sometimes and when you need to divert due to a road problem.
I upgraded the cameras to alpine units on the recommendation of the installer, but now I think I should have gone with the Azentek unit because it is so much smaller when mounted, its less of a theft risk. The extra video cameras also cost me a like 600 more. I think if I had the chance again, I would not do the cameras. Its just too small a picture to be helpful.
However, it is a high quality unit. The optical was fine, the remaining mirror seems a little small now, but is clear. Things look taller than before. I hope it lasts. All the button pressing to start it on the touch screen will wear it out for sure.
Update: I noticed a few more bugs. Although I told it I wanted to have the map in the direction of travel, the default is North. I have to switch to 2d and then back to 3d to get it to remember to go in the direction of travel. It would be nice if it automatically went into night mode. Next version should have a light sensor, this version should update the software based on the time of day or something. I wish it would also boot up faster, by the time the backup camera goes on, I'm out of the garage.

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General Features - Rearview mirror with integrated GPS Navigation - Replaces standard factory mirror - 1 Year Factory Warranty, Back up Camera Not Included - 2GB SD card for storing Maps, Pictures, and e-Books - Built on Windows CE - Built-in GPS receiver with highly-sensitive (16 channels) dual antenna design - 4.0" Touch screen LCD monitor with 16:9 aspect ratio - Integrated speaker - Built -in Bluetooth functions: o Bluetooth hands-free phone o Incoming caller ID display on screen o Call History Log o Manual/Auto call answering - (2) Video inputs with reverse camera input sensing - Storage temperature: -65 to +150 degrees Fahrenheit Navigation - Navigon Mobile Navigator 6.5 - Lane Assistant and Reality ViewTM for extra guidance - Spoken street names via text-to-speech - Intuitive menus and stunning 2D and 3D maps - Easy-to-read map views that adapt to your needs

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Pioneer AVIC-X910BT 5.8-Inch In-Dash Navigation A/V Receiver with DVD Playback and Bluetooth Review

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(More customer reviews)Bought the X910BT for my car, we enjoy traveling the back roads of Arizona and the southwest. Having the Nav system installed in the car makes things very easy - no hassle connecting the various devices, cables running all over, taking it down and putting it back up when making stops, and little "suction circles" on the windshield that thieves look for. Now I only have to fuss with the radar detector. Startup time on the unit is really not a problem, my Garmin would often take several minutes to startup, the AVIC is typically ready to go in about 1 minute. The bluetooth connection takes a little longer and the unit is very sluggish until the bluetooth connects. After the bluetooth is connected, the X910BT is very responsive.

It's a very easy unit to operate after you get used to it. My previous GPS was a Garmin unit, and I really got spoiled by their features. A few things I can complain about with the X910BT:
- Voice recognition on bluetooth - just doesn't seem to understand what I'm saying, either by name or number. I usually end up selecting the contact off the screen instead of telling it who to call. After the call has started, it works great, incoming sound is loud and clear. One person told me I sounded kind of muffled on their end, but they did not have any problem understanding me.
- Route planning is a bit of a pain if you're like me and like to take the back roads. When we travel, we like to stay off the interstate as much as possible. Disabling the Highway option makes for some very long trips as it will try to route you way out of the way to avoid highways. The AVICFeeds software is ok and I have used it to generate POIs for route planning, but it is tedious and not as easy to use as Garmin's MapSource. AVICFeeds also has a 300 item limit on POIs it can import, which means getting creative if your have a file with a large number of locations, such as those found on POI-Factory.com.
- The volume knob is really small and hard to grasp. I picked up a press on knob from a guy on AVIC411.com and it works great, easy to grasp and works the way it should have from the factory.
- The maps are very limited in the speed limit data they have. One a recent trip Southern California, we were being tailed by a CHP on one of the backroads. We were doing a reasonable speed, but the AVIC did not have any speed information for the road we were on. Additionally, many of the major surface streets in the Phoenix metro area also do not have any speed limit info available. It was very rare for the Garmin to not have speed limit data available.

I have the Sirius option installed, it works great and I listen to it more often than FM or my SD Card. I used the factory installed Sirius antenna lead to connect to the X910BT with no problem. I was able to transfer my new car subscription over and they even waived the $15 transfer fee. I also found a nice flat spot under the dash to put the GPS antenna where it is hidden and out of sight. I do not have any extra objects laying on my dash or on my roof as giveaways to what I have in my car. I ran the microphone up inside the front pillar, under the roof liner and used velcro strips to attach it to the rear view mirror. It's almost completely out of sight unless you know what to look for.

I really like he X910BT and would not go back to the portable Garmin GPS, though we still have it for use in our other vehicles and when we are hanging around planning a trip. It's great having the GPS built-in, many times we are out running around and decide to go someplace, we can enter whatever we want to find right in the GPS and it tells us where it's at.

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Pioneer's AVIC-X910BT is an in-dash navigation receiver with DVD Player and Bluetooth. Get fast, easy-to-use in-dash navigation, talk hands-free with built-in Bluetooth, and control your iPod or iPhone directly. Voice control allows you to play music from your iPod and make hands-free Bluetooth phone calls just using your voice.


In-dash navigation with DVD playback, Bluetooth and more.Click to enlarge.
Full-featured, expandable navigation.
Instant access to your contacts and hands-free calling.
Direct control of your iPod or iPhone.
Play back media from USB drives and SD cards.
Key reasons to upgrade from AVIC-U310BT:

Navigation Beyond Expectation

The AVIC-X series of receivers are ideal for those looking for a refined navigation experience with the latest in media and connectivity options. Out of the box, this system comes with 12 million points of interest and an extensive map database to help you find your next destination.
On the Map
The easy-to-operate Pioneer Navigation system has built-in maps that put the world at your fingertips. This includes major points of interest, such as restaurants, ATMs, gas stations, entertainment venues and more. The built-in Text-to-Speech engine clearly pronounces turn-by-turn direction and street names to ensure smooth travels. The AVIC-X710BT also offers high-resolution 2D and 3D maps with renderings of nearby landmarks and terrain to help navigate the world around you.
AVIC Feeds
The system's database is fully expandable with AVIC feeds, Pioneer's PC application, which lets you create custom trips and your own points of interest.
Voice Control
The Z-Series offers convenient voice-activated navigation, which allows you to simply say an address or find nearby points of interest.

AVIC FEEDS for iPhone now available

Unleash the power of your Pioneer navigation system with the AVIC FEEDS for iPhone application. Find a destination, then transfer it to your Pioneer navigation system for turn-by-turn routing.
Bridge the Gap
Start Planning your route before you even step into your car with the free AVIC FEEDS app. Now you can seamlessly use your iPhone with your Pioneer navigation receiver. Simply find your destination with the built-in Google Maps interface and transfer it via Bluetooth for easy, turn-by-turn directions.
Picture Yourself There
The AVIC FEEDS app also allows you to use the geo-tag data in your photos to be routed directly to places you've visited. The built-in GPS feature of iPhone 3G and 3GS has the ability to embed geo-tag information in the photos you take with its camera. AVIC FEEDS allows you to save destinations by reading these geo-tags. You can also use AVIC FEEDS to create destinations from geo-tagged photos that are sent to your iPhone.

Your iPod (and iPhone) Will Thank You

On top of being an exceptional navigator, the AVIC-X series delivers an iPod experience that blows away FM transmitters or cassette adaptors. Even at the first glance, you will fall in love with the easy-to-use touch screen controls for your music and brilliant 5.8-inch display for your videos. Album art is also beautifully displayed.
With the optional cable (CD-IU230V) connected to your iPod, you will notice how easily you can find songs, videos, artists, or playlists with a few simple taps of your finger. The AVIC-X710BT also features voice-activated control of your iPod. Simply say the name of an artist, album, playlist, or genre to bring up the next song.

Ditch the Headset with Built-in Bluetooth

Take incoming calls through the AVIC-X910BT, and be heard clearly without a headset courtesy of Bluetooth technology. Connecting your compatible phone is easy and gives you instant touch screen access to your contacts. You can also dial a contact with the sound of your voice by simply saying "Call Jack Smith."

Get Connected with MSN Direct

Access up-to-date information with the built-in MSN Direct tuner on your AVIC-X910BT. MSN Direct is the ultimate in-car convenience, offering news, traffic, stock quotes, weather, movie times, and gas prices. Because MSN Direct can work seamlessly with system�s navigation, you can be routed directly to a theater after finding the right show time, or have traffic flow overlayed on your route.
Enjoy MSN Direct free for the first three months when you purchase the AVIC-X910BT.

The Freedom of Speech

Your iPod audio functions and hands-free Bluetooth dialing can all be controlled with the sound of your voice. Voice-activated control over your navigation system not only performs in-car tasks with greater speed, but helps you keep your eyes (and attention) on the road ahead.

Media Mogul

Built to navigate, but born to entertain, the AVIC-X910BT offers audio and video playback from the most popular formats. Whether you're watching DivX files on DVD, MP3 audio on SD card or iTunes AAC files on CD, there are dozens of playback options for your favorite media.
From Disc
Play back DVDs and DVD-R/RWs, CDs and CD-R/RWs, and burn discs with all your digital media, since the AVIC-U310BT also plays back MP3/WMA/AAC/WAV and DivX files from CD or DVD.
From USB Device
If you don't feel like burning CDs just throw the MP3/WMA/AAC/WAV files you want on a USB device and enjoy.

Sound Minded

Just because the AVIC-X710BT features a robust navigation platform, doesn't mean it holds back on sound quality. With 3 sets of RCA pre-outs, MOSFET50 power and a 3-band parametric equalizer, you can build a massive system with massive sound.

Expanded Listening

The AVIC-X710BT gives you plenty of room to expand your broadcast options. With optional tuners, experience the vast channel selection of XM Sirius Satellite Radio and HD Radio.
What's in the Box
AVIC-X710BT Main Unit, Power Cord, Extension Lead, RCA Connector, GPS Antenna, Microphone, User's Manual, Installation Manual

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