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Sony 40" 3D LED LCD Television

Aug 292011

The NX series BRAVIA wraps all of Sony’s redefining TV technologies into a stunning looking TV. The striking Monolithic design of the NX series looks great both on and off.

I had one of these on a test bench a few months ago to diagnose a strange wireless issue. The entire sony tv range had an issue with our Cisco AP1242 and 1142 range. It would work perfectly with no encryption, or wep (may as well be no encryption), but would not authenticate for longer than a few seconds with WPA or WPA2 with any combination of encryption.

I logged the fault with Sony and didn’t really get anywhere besides people asking me to reboot my wireless access point – I guess Sonys customer base don’t generally bundle with Cisco wireless. A few weeks ago a firmware update – PKG3.309GAA which resolved the problem. I am confident the issue is resolved.

In my opinion, sony Bravia has the best Smart TV offering on the market, and now that the wireless issues are resolved, in my eyes this tv is now a smart buy.

IT featured 4 hdmi, 2 usb and comes with 2 pairs of 3d glasses, and of course its FULL HD

The NX series has a built in wireless adapted, saving you around $100.

you should be able to pick one up for around $1599.

Buffalo 320GB Ministation 2.5" USB2 HDD HD-PV320U2/BK

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Apr 282011

Well, what can I say?

its a 2.5″ portable, so it pulls power from USB, its 320GB so its about the middle of the road at the moment in terms of size. its USB2 so its a generation behind (USB3 is current) – not that it really matters as most computers haven’t caught up with USB3 just yet anyway.

Max Tranfer rate is 480 MBps , and features TurboUSB which buffao claims boosts speeds up to 37%. as I’m unable to find any technical doco on how it works, I can’t really comment here, although lab testing does prove that it is faster (up to 20% in testing). The downside is it means installing a driver for the hard disk (not required to use the drive, although you will need it to take advantage of TurboUSB).

1 year warranty – fairly standard for an external portable hard disk

WOW are selling this for $49 with Free Delivery, putting it in the same price point as a USB flash drive, but with 10x the storage for around the same price and really not much larger

all in all – last generation, but the price is right.

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SONY 50" FULL HD 3D 1080P LED/LCD TV - KDL40NX710

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Apr 282011

Sony Bravia KDL40NX710

Well, it ticks all the right boxes – 3D, FULL HD (1080P) LED, 4x HDMI, 5* energy rating. It includes a pair of 3D glasses (important to note, some don’t which will set you back another ~$100) and transmitter, which is three quarters of what you need to watch a 3D blu-ray (the last being a 3d compatible blu-ray player… like a Playstation3). It also features a 3D simulator, to give a feel of depth to non-3D content. How well this works really depends on the media being viewed.

It includes a media player, like you’d expect from any recent TV nowadays, that will play from WIFI (upnp media servers or online content like youtube or ABC iView).

Like any TV in this market, the first thing you’ll need is to plug it into a worthy sound system before you’ll be able to enjoy high quality movies like they were supposed to be experienced, but as outlined in previous articles, this can be done at fairly low cost.

All in all, great telly for the family lounge room, and at $1399 its priced well for a LED/LCD FULL HD TV.

Model

LCD Screen Size 40″ (102cm), 16:9
TV System Digital: DVB-T Analog: B/G, D/K, I, M
Colour System NTSC 3.58 (AV in only), NTSC 4.43 (AV in only), PAL, PAL60 (AV in only), SECAM
Video Signal 480/60i, 480/60p, 576/50i, 576/50p, 720/50p, 720/60p, 1080/50i, 1080/60i, 1080/50p (HDMI™ / Component), 1080/60p (HDMI™ / Component), 1080/24p (HDMI™), 720/24p (HDMI™)

Picture

Display Resolution Full HD 1080 (1920 x 1080)
Video Processing BRAVIA Engine™ 3
Motionflow™ PRO 100Hz with Image Blur Reduction
Backlight Module Dynamic Edge LED
OptiContrast Panel Yes
Live Colour™ Yes
24P True Cinema™ Yes
Intelligent Picture Yes
MPEG Noise Reduction Yes
Viewing Angle 178°
Screen Format TV: Full / Normal / Wide Zoom / Zoom / 14:9, PC: Normal / Full 1 / Full 2
Picture Mode Vivid / Standard / Custom / Cinema / Game-Standard / Game-Original / Graphics / Sports / Photo-Vivid / Photo-Standard / Photo-Original / Photo-Custom
3D Yes (requires optional 3D Transmitter and 3D Glasses)

Audio

Sony Original Surround S-Force Front Surround
Sound Mode Dynamic / Standard / Clear Voice
Surround Mode Cinema / Music / Live Sports / Game
Stereo System NICAM, A2
Audio Output Power 10W (8W x 2)

Terminals

HDMI™ / Audio In 4 (2 Side/ 2 Rear)
USB 2.0 1 (Side) : Photo (JPEG, RAW), Music (MP3), Video (AVC, AVCHD, MPEG4, DivX, MPEG1)
Ethernet Connection 1 (Rear)
Component / Audio In 1 (Side, Composite Input Common Use)
Composite / Audio In 2 (1 Side, Component Input Common Use)/ 1 Rear)
HD15 PC Input / Audio 1 (Side)
Digital Audio Output(s) 1 (Rear) Optical Digital Output
Audio Out 1 (Rear)
Headphone Out 1 (Side)
3D Sync Yes

Other Features

BRAVIA Sync Yes
DLNA Photo (JPEG), Music (MP3, LPCM), Video (MPEG2, AVCHD)
Photo MAP Yes
Picture Frame Mode Yes
PhotoTV HD Yes
XMB™ Yes
Clock Yes
Sleep Timer Yes
On/Off Timer Yes
Teletext Yes (1000 pages)
PAP (Picture And Picture) Yes (1 tuner)
PIP (Picture In Picture) Yes (PC Input)
OSD Language English, Simplified Chinese, Arabic, Persian, Vietnamese, Thai, French, Russian
Swivel / Tilt Yes / Yes (0°/6° Upward Style)
Simulated 3D Yes

Entertainment

BRAVIA Internet Video Yes
BRAVIA Internet Widgets Yes
Wi-Fi Wi-Fi Integrated

ECO Features

PC Power Management Yes
Light Sensor Yes
Power Saving Modes Yes
Energy Saving Switch Yes (1 Rear)
Idle TV Standby Yes
Printed Materials Recycled Paper (more than 70%)

General

Power Requirements AC 220-240V, 50/60Hz
Power Consumption 137W (In operation)
Standby Power Consumption Approx. 0.2W (Normal Standby)
Dimensions (W x H x D) with Stand Approx. 994 x 673 x 290 mm
Dimensions (W x H x D) without Stand Approx. 994 x 641 x 64 mm
Weight with Stand Approx. 22.6kg
Weight without Stand Approx. 19.2kg

Supplied Accessories

Remote Control RM-GD010
Batteries 2 x AAA

Toshiba 32" HD LED/LCD TV - 32SL700A

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Apr 282011

Toshiba 32″ HD LED LCD TV 32SL700A

This LED/LCD TV features an edge backlit 12,000:1 (dynamic) 1200:1 (panel) contrast ratio, but only has a panel resolution of 1366×768 (so it’s not a FULL HD panel). At $595 it’s quite a good deal – but at the same price point as a 42-50″ 1080P plasma. If power savings and gaming is something you’re interested in then this toshy might be a better buy, but for the most I’d say put the extra money into a 40″ 1080P LED.

onto the spec..

Screen Size 32”
Number of HDMI Inputs 3
MEPS Rating 6 Stars
Aspect Ratio 16:9
Dynamic Contrast Ratio 12,000:1
Panel Contrast Ratio 1200:1
Brightness 400cd/m²
Resolution 1366 x 768
Viewing Angle 178°
CineSpeed™ (Response Speed) 9ms
Signals
Digital Receiving System DVB-T
Analogue Receiving System PAL (I, BG, DK)
Colour System PAL 50Hz / 60Hz, SECAM, NTSC 3.58/ 4.43
Video Signal 480i/480p (60Hz), 576i/576p (50Hz), 720p (50/60Hz), 1080i (50/60Hz), 1080p (50/60Hz)(through HDMI input)
RGB Signal
VGA: 640 x 480 (60/72/75Hz) Yes
SVGA: 800 x 600 (60/72/75Hz) Yes
XGA: 1024 x 768 (60/70/75Hz) Yes
W-XGA: 1280 x 768 (60/75Hz) Yes
W-XGA: 1360 x 768 (60Hz) Yes
S-XGA: 1280 x 1024 (60/75Hz) Yes
HDMI
REGZA-LINK (CEC) Yes
Visual
Major Technology Meta Brain Pro
Picture Viewer (JPEG) Yes
3D Colour Management Yes
Noise Reduction (except PC) DNR / MPEG NR
Comb Filter 3D Y/C (PAL & NTSC)
Audio
Sound System Full Digital Audio Operation System
Stereo System Dolby® Digital
Audio Player MP3 Yes
Audio Output 10W x 2
Connection
USB Yes
PC Input D-Sub 15-Pin + Mini Jack (Audio Common use with HDMI1)
Digital Video Output Composite Video + RCA Audio
Digital Audio Output Optical
Headphone 3.5mm Mini Jack
Features
Photo Frame Yes
Teletext Yes
Electronic Program Guide 8 Day**
Program Timer / Reminder Yes
Parental Control Yes
Timer On / Sleep
PC Mode (Auto Just Scan) PC/HDMI Input Yes
On Screen Display Language English/French/Mandarin
Picture Modes 6 Modes
Hotel Mode Yes
Eco Mode (Auto Power Down) Yes (4 hours)
Remote Control CT-90329
No Signal Auto power off Yes
Operation Keys 7 Keys (Side)
General
LED Backlight Type Edge
Automatic Voltage Regulator 220-240V/50Hz
Power Consumption (W) 77
Standby Power Consumption (W) 0.5
Dimensions (W x H x D) without Stand 775.4 x 479 x 36.7
Dimensions (W x H x D) with Stand 775.4 x 518.5 x 208.2
Dimension (W x H x D) mm – Packed 899 x 599 x 173
Weight (Net) without Stand 9.9kg
Weight (Net) with Stand 11.5kg
Weight (Net) kg – Packed 15kg
Warranty* 2 Years Parts & Labour (37″/96cm or above – pick up and return within 15km of a Toshiba Authorised Service Centre)
Wall Mount Details H200mm X W200mm , M6

Panasonic TH-P58S20A - 58" FHD NEO Plasma TV

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Mar 252011

Panasonic TH-P58S20A – 58″ FHD NEO Plasma TV

Panasonic have created a feature packed 58″ telly which is currentl y going for around $1600. Reviews around the internet are great, no real flaws. Touts 2,000,000:1 contrast and 3 HDMI input. Weighs in at 46kg with a 5 star energy rating and native 1080P (FULL HD).

Price $1489 with free delivery as at 25/03/2011

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Specifications

Screen Size (cm viewable) 147
Screen Size (inches viewable) 58
Screen Type Plasma
Panel Type Progressive Full-HD Plasma Panel
Panel Technology Neo Plasma
Panel Aspect Ratio 16:9 (Widescreen)
Aspect Ratio Control Modes (TV/AV modes) 4:3, 4:3 Full, 14:9, 16:9, Just, Zoom1, Zoom2, Zoom3, DTV: 16:9 & 4:3 Full
Aspect Ratio Control Modes (PC mode) 16:9, 4:3
Comb Filter Yes
Progressive Scan Yes
TV Tuner Receiving System DVB (Digital), PAL-B/G (Analogue)
Tuner Type Integrated SD/HD DVB-T 7MHz Australia, PAL B/G
Electronic Program Guide (EPG) Support1 Yes – 7 Day
Colour System PAL, NTSC
Picture In Picture (PIP) No
CATV/Hyperband Tuner Yes
Stereo PAL 2CS Stereo
Horizontal Resolution (pixels) 1920
Vertical Resolution (pixels) 1080
Contrast Ratio:1 – Dynamic 2000000
Picture Adjustment Modes / Film Modes Normal, Dynamic, Cinema, Eco, Game
Colour Temperature Control Normal, Cool, Warm
Picture Quality Improvement Functions 24p Film Playback, Sub Pixel Control, Motion Pattern Noise Reduction, C.A.T.S. (Contrast Automatic Tracking System), Video Noise Reduction
Audio Output Power – Total (Watts RMS) 20
Speakers 2
Audio Features Virtual Surround Sound, Bass/Treble, Balance, Headphone Volume
Auto Timed On/Off Switch Off Only
On Screen Display Languages English
DTV Parental Guidance Info Yes
Remote Control Standard
SD Card Slot Yes, SDHC Compatible, SDXC
Component Video Input 1
Applicable Component Video Input Signals 576i @ 50Hz (15.63KHz), 576p @ 50Hz (31.25KHz), 720p @ 50Hz (37.50KHz), 1,080i @ 50Hz (28.125KHz), 480i @ 60Hz (15.73KHz), 480p @ 60Hz (31.47KHz), 720p @ 60Hz (45KHz), 1,080i @ 60Hz (33.75KHz)
HDMI Input/Output x3
Applicable HDMI Video Input Signals 576i @ 50Hz (15.63KHz), 576p @ 50Hz (31.25KHz), 720p @ 50Hz (37.50KHz), 1,080i @ 50Hz (28.125KHz), 1,080p @ 50Hz (56.25KHz), 480i @ 60Hz (15.73KHz), 480p @ 60Hz (31.47KHz), 720p @ 60Hz (45KHz), 1,080i @ 60Hz (33.75KHz), 1,080p @ 60Hz (67.5KHz), 1,080/24p @ 24Hz (27KHz)
USB port: 1
PC Input Yes, 1x VGA (15 pin Mini D-sub)
Applicable PC Input Signals 4:3 ASPECT RATIO:, 800×600 @ 60 Hz (37.88KHz), 800×600 @ 75 Hz (46.88KHz), 800×600 @ 85 Hz (53.67KHz), 1,024×768 @ 60 Hz (48.36KHz), 1,024×768 @ 70 Hz (56.48KHz), 1,024×768 @ 75 Hz (60.02KHz), 1,024×768 @ 85 Hz (68.68KHz), 1,280×1,024 @60 Hz (63.98KHz), Macintosh 13 inch 640×480 @66.67Hz (35KHz), Macintosh 16 inch 832×624 @74.54Hz (49.72KHz), Macintosh 21 inch 1152×870 @75.06Hz (68.68KHz)
A/V 1: Audio/Video-in
A/V 2: Audio-in, Video-in, Component Video Input [Y, Pb, Pr]
A/V 3: Audio/Video-in
Digital Audio Out Optical Terminal, DVB-T Only
Monitor Out Stereo L&R [RCA], Video (CUBS) [RCA]
Headphone Jack Yes, 3.5mm Stereo, Side
Pedestal Stand Supplied as Standard
Swivel Stand Operation No
Weight (kg) 48.5
Dimensions (mm) Without Stand – Height 882
Dimensions (mm) Without Stand – Width 1424
Dimensions (mm) Without Stand – Depth 104
Dimensions (mm) With Stand – Height 933
Dimensions (mm) With Stand – Width 1424
Dimensions (mm) With Stand – Depth 387
Standby Passive 0.4

Sharp LC46D77X - 46" - FULL HD - 1080P - LCD - 100Hz

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Mar 252011

Sharp 46″ FULL HD 1080P LCD TV with built in HD Tuner, 100Hz.

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TV is generally reviewed as being a great buy ( especially @$998 (25/3/2011 @WOW) however the audio quality is lacking. I recommend that all TVs intended to used for viewing movies / tv at any length be upgraded with at least a small home theater system anyway, so for me that isn’t a big deal. The TV itself is stylish, and for the price it will be difficult to find a cheaper LCD.

Features

Full HD New ASV Super Lucent LCD Panel from Sharp Kameyama LCD Plant
Fine Motion Advanced 100Hz for smooth reproduction of fast moving images
1080/24p signal input for the original movie frame rate processing
Dynamic contrast ratio 50,000:1
SRS TruSurround XT for theatre-like sound
Bass Enhancer for reinforcing bass sound
X.V. Colour via HDMI terminals
Aquos link for one touch control of Aquos Blu-ray player
7 day EPG (Electronic Program Guide) enables you to search for a program
Advanced OPC (Optical Picture Control)
Digital amplifier for reproducing clear sound
Swivel stand

Connectivity

HDMI x 3, Component x 2, AV-In x 3, S-Video x 1, PC In x 1 (D-sub 15pin), Optical Digital Audio-Out x 1, AV-Out x 1, RS-232C x 1, Headphone out x 1

Dimensions

With stand: 1113 x 773 x 325 mm
Without stand: 1113 x 706 x 100 mm

Weight

Display with stand: 21.5 kg
Display without Stand: 18.5 kg

Contrast ratio

50,000: 1 Dynamic Contrast

Resolution

Full HD 1920 x 1080

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Vivo 47-inch Full High Definition LCD TV - LTV47FHDWD

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Mar 192011

Vivo 47″ Full HD 1080P LCD TV

The LTV47FHDWD is a FULL HD (yes, 1920×1080) LCD TV, available for around $700AUD which is a bargain. 2 HDMI ins, digital tuner, 1 DSUB, and a 5000:1 contrast ratio. On the downside its not 3D, but for the money who’s complaining really? Vivo offer lower priced home entertainment products than the leading brands, but they still offer a great feature set and the build is of a high quality.

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AR.Drone dogfighting

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Mar 182011

This video shows it all really.. Augmented reality allows the drones HUD on your iPad/iPhone to include weapons, and even highlight your enemy when your enemy is using the specially coloured reflective tags. This is a great deal of fun, and again, as the SDK has been opened, I’m expecting even more complicated and fun games to come out of the development community very soon. Capture the flag?

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Flying the AR Parrot drone with your iPad

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Mar 182011

flying the AR Parrot drone on your iPad gives you a larger screen a more control as the control surface is larger. Highly recommended for tight obstacle courses.

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AR Parrot Drone

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Mar 182011

Perhaps the most exciting gadget from 2010/2011 – The AR Parrot Drone. I own two.

The AR Drone is a fun and exciting “quadracopter” (four rotor helicopter??). Parrot historically have stuck of WIFI gear, but seem to be moving into consumer electronics of late – and by the huge amounts of this drone sold – it seems we’ve welcomed them into the consumer electronics market.

The AR Drone is affordable (around $350 delivered) although I highly recommend purchasing an additional battery or three as there is nothing worse then driving all the way to the park for only 15 minutes of fun. This is an issue we’ve gotten around with an inverter and some higher runtime batteries.

The drone comes with both an indoor and outdoor shroud, so you can fly this inside (and I recommend you do, until you get the hang of it) and the foam shroud protects the rotors from any furniture/walls/people it might encounter. The indoor shroud slows it down but also helps the maneuverability while inside.

Outside they are fast. very fast. but special care should be put into avoiding obstacles until you become a little more sure of their seemingly endless capabilities.

Now.. why do I have two? well, if you damage a motor, it costs around $50 to get another. A drone has 4. (thats $200 so far). the indoor hull is $40, the props are $12 and the crossbar $35. thats $287, and you get another battery and charger (worth $102). thats $387 value for around $350. not to mention spare nav board, cameras, mainboard and a bunch of extra tags. Absolutely worth it. My friends have a drone as well, so we’ll harvest the spare for parts until we run out and get another.

I can’t recommend this product enough. its fast, fun and really draws a crowd. at $350, it’s cheap for what it is.

Perhaps the most interesting thing about the drone is that Parrot have opened the SDK up to the development community, which means anyone who has a drone can write software for it .

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