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When Samsung loaned us two TL225 digital cameras to try out, we knew just what to do. We rounded up some Crutchfield employees, headed to a local eatery, and let them have some fun. The Samsung TL225 and TL220 cameras are designed for easy use, and their front LCD screens let you frame self-portraits and group shots easily. We took a lot of pictures
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In the Crutchfield Video for LED and Flourescent Backlighting in LCD TVs , Steve presents the key advantages of both technologies. Fluorescent backlit TVs can use "wide range" bulbs to produce a wider color palette. LED backlit TVs , on the other hand, are more energy effiicient, and can, through local dimming, create deeper blacks and higher
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Shopping for a new HDTV? Julie and Steve run down the basic information (in plain English) you should know before making your purchase. In our "Choosing an HDTV" video, they discuss key factors to consider, such as screen size, LCD TVs versus plasma TVs , resolution, and contrast ratio. And if you only need help on one of those topics, our
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Ever wondered where Crutchfield Outlet products come from? Wyatt's got the answers i n our new video, "Inside the Crutchfield Outlet Store". He takes you behind the scenes to see what happens to returned products, and how each one is inspected, bench-tested, and repackaged for outlet sale. Wyatt also talks about other sources for our outlet
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In our new Crutchfield Linksys® by Cisco multi-room systems video , Tara and Malcolm outline some of the options available with Linksys® by Cisco multi-room wireless music systems . Tara had an opportunity to take one of the systems home, and shares her experience with the simple setup. She also demonstrates how to navigate through the menus
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In our new Crutchfield Linksys® by Cisco WET610 Ethernet Bridge video , Tara explains the workings of the bridge. While lots of components have Internet access, not many have built-in Wi-Fi. The Linksys® by Cisco WET610N plugs into your Internet-ready component and provides that Wi-Fi® link. Tara demonstrates how easy it is to connect. She
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In our new Crutchfield Linksys® by Cisco Media Hubs video, Tara present some of the advantages of these units. She explains how they're great for storing music, photos and videos for use in your home network. And both the 500GB Media Hub and 1TB Media Hub have automatic backup, and allow you to remotely access your media. You can find all of
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Our Crutchfield video, "Creating a Connected System " has Tara and Malcolm explaining the basics of setting up an Internet-based home entertainment network (such as the Linksys® by Cisco Premier Kit, pictured at right). They explain that such a system basically needs a modem for Internet access, a router to distribute that access, and
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In our Crutchfield Alpine IXA-W404 Digital Media Receiver video , Zak outlines the key features of this remarkable in-dash unit. The Alpine IXA-W404 fits in a double-sized dashboard opening, and features a USB input for an MP3 player or thumb drive. Zak connects his iPod nano to the receiver and shows how you can control your player from the IXA-W404
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In our Crutchfield JVC KW-NT1 navigation receiver video , Zak puts the unit through its paces. He points out that its a double-sized stereo receiver with a generous 6.1" touchscreen. In the video Zak demonstrates how easy the touchscreen is to use with three key features: GPS navigation, Bluetooth® phone operation; and iPod® control. The