Advantages: Backs up 4.7GB of your important data Disadvantages: None as yet
On a never ending quest to improve my computer set up I decided I needed to purchase a DVD recorder drive of some sort. Backing up my important data using my CD-R drive was a time consuming operation which used four CD-R`s every time. I had been put off by the high price of DVD recorder drives while they remained fairly new but over the past few months prices have dropped to such an extent that a DVD recorder drive can now be bought for under £100. When I saw the Pioneer DVR ? 106 drive available for £88 at Dabs.com I did not hesitate in ordering the drive which duly arrived just two days later.
Now a problem that faces consumers when they decide to buy a DVD recorder drive is that there is more than one type of blank DVD media that can be recorded upon, these are DVD-R and DVD+R. Many people have argued long and hard extolling ...
Advantages: Very good sound quality, many options, Sound Retriever technology Disadvantages: Interface could be better
That car radio system is a blast. Intuitive controls, usb and ipod control are really adding up to the fun here.
I had a bit of trouble installing because the main problem with aftermarket systems is that illumination wire that you never know where to tie up. I ended up frying my dashboard dimmer switch which is a 65$ value!
Just be careful when installing those things! For the radio itself, the advantages are the legendary Pioneer sound quality. The downside I think is the menu navigation. If you have an iPod filled with music, choosing an artist can soon become a long task to accomplish e.g: you have to turn that button soooo many times. But else it really looks great and as I said, USB control is really cool. Personnaly I installed a 160gb HD powered by my lighter plug directly connected to the unit. Never change the disc again! ...
Advantages: Sexy, packed with features, smart design, easy to use Disadvantages: price?
A month or so ago I purchased a new car, MK4 VW Golf 1.9 TDI. Not being brand new, I wanted to make some changes to make it feel more like mine. First thing I noticed was the out-dated sound system in the car. Despite being a 51 reg, it came with a tape deck of all things and a 6-disc CD changer. Ugly, boring and outdated. I wanted something a bit snazzier. I had seen other Golfs with single DIN units, meaning there was a horrible gap in the dash board. Opting for double-din was the only logical choice. Most double din units are expensive and incorporate a DVD player or sat nav of some sort. I wasn't after that, just something to play MP3 CD's and the radio. When i saw this one though, i fell in love. The sexy fascia, blue lights and jam packed features made it a must buy.
The pioneer FH-P80BT comes with a number of cool features ...
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Product Information for "Pioneer Pioneer DV-310" »
Product details
MP3 Playback
Yes
Integrated VCR
without Integrated VCR
Picture / Photo Viewing
Yes
Manufacturer
Pioneer
W-LAN Connection
No
DVB-C
No
DTS Decoder
without DTS Decoder
BD Live
No
DLNA certified
No
DVB-S
No
DVB-T
No
DVD Audio Playback
without DVD Audio Playback
DVD Player / Recorder
DVD Player
DVD+R Playback
DVD+R Player
DVD+R Recording
No
DVD+RW Playback
with DVD+RW Playback
DVD+RW Recording
No
DVD-R Playback
DVD-R Player
DVD-R Recording
No
DVD-RAM Recording
No
DVD-RW Playback
DVD-RW Player
DVD-RW Recording
No
DVI Interface
Without DVI Connection
Ethernet
No
Firewire IEEE-1394 Interface
No
HD-DVD Playback
No
HD-DVD Recording
No
HDTV
No
IPTV (Internet Protocol Television)
No
MP3 Encoding
No
MPEG4 Recording
No
Number of Scart interfaces
1
Power Consumption Standby in Watts
0.8
Progressive Scan
Yes
Real Dolby
without Real Dolby
Show View
without Show View
Super Audio CD Playback
without Super Audio CD Playback
Super Video CD / Video CD Playback
Yes
Table / Portable
not Portable
Type of SD Card Interface
No
USB Interface
Yes
EAN
4977729893403, 4977729893298
1080p Upscaling
No
Blu-ray Recording
No
Electronic Program Guide (EPG)
No
HDMI
No
Type of Memory Stick Interface
No
MP3 Recording
No
HDMI Interface
Without HDMI Connection
Manufacturer's product description
Watch movies, listen to music or browse your digital photos; without an invasion of hardware in your living room. The DV-310 is just 49.5mm thin. Playing most disc formats, the DV-310 easily handles your MP3, WMA and iTunes (MPEG-4AAC) music; as well as DivX movie files. Simply plug in your USB device and enjoy the content. Or take a look at your digital photographs with the player's integrated JPEG photo viewer. When you're watching a DVD, you will hear a deep, realistic 3D soundspace from just a single pair of stereo speakers thanks to the DV-310's Virtual Surround Sound. Frontal positioning, but all-round effect.
