(+) Fantastic sound Quality, affordable (without losing manufacturer quality), Very easy to use, can handle several speakers without the need for adding additional amps, Plenty of inputs and outputs (ideal if you want to hook it up to the stereo and tv) (-) None. My parents have bought the system, and have a technological knowledge of zero, therefore they find the use of the remote control a little confusing, but after set-up and a good read of the manual, its relatively easy to get to grips with
Advantages: Backs up 4.7GB of your important data Disadvantages: None as yet
and the computer tower closed.
With my computer restarted Windows XP detected the new drive and chose one of its own drivers to work it, the drive shows up in ?My Computer? as a DVD-RW drive and that is the installation process complete. The open/close operation is smooth and silent as I insert a blank BulkPaq DVD-R and Windows XP detected that I had inserted it and asked me which function I wished to carry out. My first test was to back up all of my important data which weighs in at a hefty 2.5 GB, I use Roxio EasyCD Creator 6 for all of my copying needs and the program detected that there was a blank DVD inserted and advised me that I had 4482 MB of free space available. The Pioneer DVR ? 106 can write to blank DVD?s at up to 4 speed but I elected to try it at 2 speed for my first attempt, I selected the files I wanted copied and clicked the burn ...
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 ...
