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Listen to your favorite records with this Audio-Technica AT-LP120-USB professional turntable, which features a selectable phono preamp for use with systems with no dedicated turntable input. The USB output lets you digitally back up your collection.
 
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Good Turntable for Digitizing your Records
on January 16, 2017
Posted by: Willybird
Verified Purchase:Yes
This turntable is capable of delivering very good sound, either to a Phono input or to a line-level AUX input if your receiver doesn't have Phono capability. My turntable is installed right next to my desktop computer, and its output goes directly to my PC. The included (and free) Audacity software is a bit complex, but capable of removing pops and ticks in your recordings and of delivering very professional-sounding results.
Although I won't use the feature, this turntable can play at any speed you want, forwards or backwards, 'Disco' style. The device is absolutely worth the investment.
My Best Buy number: 1037838901
My Best Buy number: 1037838901
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Stay apprised of the road ahead and around you with this Escort SOLO S3 radar detector. The cordless design eliminates the tangle of cables, leaving your dash clear and safe. An easy-to-read OLED display lets you monitor without a lot of effort, and multiple laser sensor diodes on this Escort Solo S3 radar detector ensure you don't miss a thing.
 
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5 out of 5
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The Best Non-Corded Radar Detector
on September 2, 2016
Posted by: Willybird
Verified Purchase:Yes
We are very happy with our Solo 3 radar detector. It functions properly, rejecting spurious signals and concentrating on the signals that it needs to. We like the cord-less operation, and are currently using Nickel-Metal-Hydride rechargeable batteres that last quite a while.
My Best Buy number: 1037838901
My Best Buy number: 1037838901
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Who will save the Earth after huge alien spacecraft demolish the Empire State Building, the White House, downtown Los Angeles, and most of the world's major cities? How about a brave Marine pilot (Will Smith), a brilliant cable TV technician (Jeff Goldblum), and the U.S. president (Bill Pullman), who must all work together to coordinate a daring offensive to stop the invasion on the 4th of July? The smash-hit mixture of sci-fi thrills and disaster movie dramatics also stars Robert Loggia, Margaret Colin, Vivica A. Fox, and Randy Quaid. 145 min. Widescreen; Soundtracks English Dolby Digital 5.1, Spanish Dolby Digital Surround, French Dolby Digital Surround; Subtitles English, Spanish; audio commentary. Two-disc set.
 
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4 out of 5
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Not as Good as I Expected
on August 20, 2016
Posted by: Willybird
Verified Purchase:Yes
I have the two-DVD 'Special Edition', and I used that disc for comparison with the new ultra-HD version.
As I watch the new version, I get the feeling that rather than make the best-possible reproduction of the original, the producers have, to borrow a phrase from the music industry, 'ridden the gain' and manipulated the film to make some scenes darker, and some lighter. This does not make the scenes better, just murky or over-bright.
If the producers have also changed the story line I didn't notice it, and it's the same improbable-but-fun movie to watch.
My Best Buy number: 1037838901
My Best Buy number: 1037838901
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Enjoy immersive movies, games and more with this Onkyo TX-NR646 home theater receiver. Includes HDMI 4K Ultra HD and 3D pass-through technologies for compatibility with 3D TVs, Blu-ray players and gaming consoles and 4K Ultra HD TVs.
 
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4 out of 5
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Great Sound, Complicated Setup
on July 9, 2016
Posted by: Willybird
Verified Purchase:Yes
I'm very happy with the sound quality of this receiver, Onkyo products always sound great. The setup for this model can be as simple as plug-and-play or very complex depending on your willingness to explore the excellent manual and modify the setup. This model has been replaced by a newer version, and the price for this one can be very attractive for such an advanced receiver.
My Best Buy number: 1037838901
My Best Buy number: 1037838901
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Your household wants to play, stream and work online all at once. With this Linksys router, you can do it all without buffering or other interruptions. Use the Smart Wi-Fi app to get started, control, and monitor your home network from anywhere.
 
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A Sturdy, Fast and Robust Router
on May 13, 2016
Posted by: Willybird
Verified Purchase:Yes
I purchased this router to replace a house-wiring-dependent router with an expansion unit included. My whole house is under surge protection and the expansion unit would not function. This router covers my entire house with ease, and I've had no problems whatsoever.
The only unhappy person is my cat, who liked to bake on my previous modem. This one is too big for him to cook on, but that's just too bad.
My Best Buy number: 1037838901
My Best Buy number: 1037838901
I would recommend this to a friend!
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It's not the movie I'm reviewi, it's the packaging
on April 30, 2016
Posted by: Willybird
Verified Purchase:Yes
The SteelBook edition is very short on printed matter. It has a sheet with the necessary codes for the digital edition, but nothing else arrives with the discs. There is no 'cast & crew' list, no summary of the plot or action.
The movie is excellent, but the sparse packaging moves the rating down one star. I would recommend this movie to anyone, but I would tell the person about the dearth of 'related materials' in the SteelBook edition.
My Best Buy number: 1037838901
My Best Buy number: 1037838901
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Handle more data than ever before with this PNY 480GB solid-state hard drive. Fast operation is assured thanks to the SATA III connection that delivers at data up to 6 Gbps, and a lack of moving parts means reliability is exceptional. Reduce energy use and enjoy quieter operation with this PNY 480GB solid-state hard drive.
 
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Great in a Security System, Too
on April 15, 2016
Posted by: Willybird
Verified Purchase:Yes
We've had several mechanical hard drives burn up from constant use in our five-camera security system. This time we purchased the PNY Solid State Drive, and expect the drive to outlast the mechanical drives by several generations, if not more.
My Best Buy number: 1037838901
My Best Buy number: 1037838901
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Add better sound to your TV with this Bose~ Solo 15 Series II TV sound system, which features a 1-piece speaker with advanced Bose~ technologies and fits under most TVs up to 50". Bluetooth connectivity allows wireless pairing.
 
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Works Where Sound Bars Might Not
on April 15, 2016
Posted by: Willybird
Verified Purchase:Yes
This Sound System allowed us to improve on the sound we're getting out of our TV set's small speakers. The unit does not put out much in the bass department, but does have a voice-enhancement feature that works very well in our kitchen. Connecting the sound system was quick and easy.
My Best Buy number: 1037838901
My Best Buy number: 1037838901
I would recommend this to a friend!
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The VH200 whole room heater is an effective way to reduce energy costs. This whole room heater has a thermostatic temperature control knob. Select your desired heat setting with a simple turn of the dial. Vornado~s signature Vortex Whole Room Heat Circulation then distributes the warm air throughout the room. Unlike typical heaters whose hot coils create areas of extreme heat directly around the heater, the VH200 outputs a steady current of heat that envelopes the room in comfortable warmth. This household heater is whisper-quiet, and employs advanced safety features to provide worry-free use. A tip-over switch automatically cuts the heat and power to the unit if tipped over. With Vornado~s unique design, the VH200 remains cool to the touch, even after hours of extended operation. The VH200 is backed by a 5-year limited warranty for season after season of worry-free warmth.
 
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Great Heater for a Small Room
on January 29, 2016
Posted by: Willybird
Verified Purchase:Yes
This device works very well in our kitchen dining area, and counters the cold seeping in from an attached garage. It is very quiet but effective and efficient.
My Best Buy number: 1037838901
My Best Buy number: 1037838901
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Fitbit Charge HR Wireless Heart Rate + Activity Wristband: This heart rate and activity tracking wristband is built to capture your movements and health patterns all day long. Easily monitor your heart rate so you can maximize your workouts, learn about your sleep quality and monitor progress on your goals.
 
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Inaccurate steps and distance
on January 29, 2016
Posted by: Willybird
Verified Purchase:Yes
This band was tested over a known distance and vs. a pedometer that we trust. The band did not report accurate numbers.
My Best Buy number: 1037838901
My Best Buy number: 1037838901
No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
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Upgrade your home theater with this high-quality Samsung 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray player. Integrated Smart Hub technology connects wirelessly to your home network, allowing you to stream your favorite programs on demand. Equipped with several high-definition outputs and an HDMI port, this Samsung 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray player integrates easily into your existing setup.
 

How do you make the UBD-M8500 BluRay allow to show pictures from a DVD continuously on my Samsung TV?

The ability to repeat an entire movie is determined by the DVD's publisher. To watch a movie in repeat mode select Tools, then cursor down to the Repeat Mode selection and press the 'Enter' key. If repeat play is available, cursor down to select Title, and press the Enter key again. You can also change subtitles and other modes.

Note: Turn Repeat Mode On after the actual movie starts to play. If you try it too soon the screen and menu will go blank very quickly.
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Upgrade your home theater with this high-quality Samsung 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray player. Integrated Smart Hub technology connects wirelessly to your home network, allowing you to stream your favorite programs on demand. Equipped with several high-definition outputs and an HDMI port, this Samsung 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray player integrates easily into your existing setup.
 

Can anyone tell me if there is a way to pause a movie, shut the unit off, turn it back on and resume from where you left off watching it?

Don't pause the movie, stop it and turn the player off. The machine will 'remember' where it was the next time you turn it on and offer to resume the movie where you had it.
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Listen to your favorite records with this Audio-Technica AT-LP120-USB professional turntable, which features a selectable phono preamp for use with systems with no dedicated turntable input. The USB output lets you digitally back up your collection.
 

how does dustcover hinge engage, is it easy to remove and replace dustcover.

since the hinge engages at 14" tall, this turntable will not fit in my vertical space of my entertainment center. but, if i could easily remove the dustcover, play records, and replace the dustcover at the end of the night, without turning the turntable around in a tight space, or fumbling at the back without being able to easily see, it might work for us. i am hoping the hinge is a simple slotted situation, you can remove and replace without screws and flashlights, etc., if so...then it might work for me. thanks for your quick reply. i only have 10 inches of vertical space, so there is no room to mess around and try to get a hinge to engage, or screw and unscrew things every night. thank you!
The cover has two 'paddles' on the rear edge that stick straight up. The cover can be lowered onto these and removed quite easily. However, with only 10" you won't be able to get the cover safely past the tone arm, and the tone arm should not be hit by anything, period and ever. You might just make it, but it will be a very tight situation.
9 years, 4 months ago
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Listen to your favorite records with this Audio-Technica AT-LP120-USB professional turntable, which features a selectable phono preamp for use with systems with no dedicated turntable input. The USB output lets you digitally back up your collection.
 

can i insert a USB to bluetooth converter and send the files to my computer or iPhone?

Yes, but in my experience, Bluetooth has been a mediocre method to transmit music. The turntable has a line-level output cable and a dongle to convert the signal to a 3.5mm stereo plug. A direct connection to your PC or phone will give you much better audio quality.
9 years, 4 months ago
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Listen to your favorite records with this Audio-Technica AT-LP120-USB professional turntable, which features a selectable phono preamp for use with systems with no dedicated turntable input. The USB output lets you digitally back up your collection.
 

Do you need to use a separate pre-amp when connecting this turntable to a home theater amp with no dedicated phono input?

The turntable has two output cables. One is intended to plug into the 'Phono' input on a receiver, the other to any line-level or 'AUX' input. A separate Phono-preamp is not needed.
9 years, 4 months ago
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Enjoy immersive movies, games and more with this Onkyo TX-NR646 home theater receiver. Includes HDMI 4K Ultra HD and 3D pass-through technologies for compatibility with 3D TVs, Blu-ray players and gaming consoles and 4K Ultra HD TVs.
 

Does the Onkyo tx-nr646 support DTS, DTS 96/24, DTS-ES, DTS-HD, DTS-HD HR, DTS-HD MA, Dolby Atmos, Dolby Digital, Dolby Digital Plus, Dolby TrueHD? If. Not all, which are supported? Thanks

The TX-NR646 supports a long list of formats. I've included a segment of the manual showing all of the HDMI capabilities. Most of the formats you list are supported.
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9 years, 6 months ago
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Enjoy immersive movies, games and more with this Onkyo TX-NR646 home theater receiver. Includes HDMI 4K Ultra HD and 3D pass-through technologies for compatibility with 3D TVs, Blu-ray players and gaming consoles and 4K Ultra HD TVs.
 

Can we watch TV in one room while playing music streaming Pandora on zone 2 simultaneously?

Yes. That's the purpose of Zone 2.
9 years, 11 months ago
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Enjoy immersive movies, games and more with this Onkyo TX-NR646 home theater receiver. Includes HDMI 4K Ultra HD and 3D pass-through technologies for compatibility with 3D TVs, Blu-ray players and gaming consoles and 4K Ultra HD TVs.
 

Will I be able to connect a cassette deck to the receiver so I can record from a turntable? How would I do this?

The only way I can see to record analog signal using this receiver is to connect the deck's recording input to the "Pre Out" port near the Zone 2 connector and the playback to something like the CD input. Any source might possibly be recorded this way, but I don't have an analog recorder to test this with. Check the manual to see if the Pre Out is volume controlled - you may have to break some windows in order to get a 'loud enough' signal for the tape deck. If the Pre Out is 'line level' you'll be better off.

Note: recording through this receiver might not be legal. Call Onkyo and ask first..
9 years, 11 months ago
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Enjoy immersive movies, games and more with this Onkyo TX-NR646 home theater receiver. Includes HDMI 4K Ultra HD and 3D pass-through technologies for compatibility with 3D TVs, Blu-ray players and gaming consoles and 4K Ultra HD TVs.
 

Do I need to use this receiver in order to hear the TV sound?

Connecting your TV to the receiver will not mute the TV's speakers. You can either listen through the TV or turn the TV's volume down and listen through the receiver.
9 years, 11 months ago
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Willybird
 
Enjoy immersive movies, games and more with this Onkyo TX-NR646 home theater receiver. Includes HDMI 4K Ultra HD and 3D pass-through technologies for compatibility with 3D TVs, Blu-ray players and gaming consoles and 4K Ultra HD TVs.
 

Is this hdcp 2.2 compliant?

This receiver is hdcp 2.2 compliant. I have attached a 4K player to the device and streamed 4k content and everything works perfectly - and beautifully.
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