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Home Theater Master Universal MX-1000 Remote Control with 12 Device LCD Touch Screen PC Interface Review

Home Theater Master Universal MX-1000 Remote Control with 12 Device LCD Touch Screen PC Interface
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I have owned the MX-1000 remote control for a number of years now, and I have yet to find another IR remote controller that it cannot emulate perfectly.I rarely use the remote's internal code tables because it's built in learning capability is so much easier to set up.In fact, I've just purchased a new JVC VCR/DVD Recorder combo deck and had absolutely no trouble setting the MX-1000 up to control it.I use the PC-based software to set up the button screens the way I want them, then dump the button setup to the MX-1000 via my PC's serial port.Then it's a simple matter of teaching the MX-1000 by using the original remote.The only trouble I have really run in to is that the older PC software does some odd things when running under Windows XP - it tends to distort the programming display text so that what you've typed can be hard to decypher on the PC (it looks fine on the actual MX1000 though).Since this device uses a serial port instead of USB, it might be difficult to program on some newer PC's.Even with these flaws, and the fact that the remote IS a bit on the chunky side, it's still a very handy and flexible remote controller and I still use mine every day.I currently have it set up to control my RCA Stereo, RCA Television, Dish Network DVR625 Satellite Receiver and JVC DR-MV80B VCR/DVD Recorder.

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Capable of operating up to 12 audio and/or video components, this preprogrammed and learning remote control is designed with total customization in mind. Many of the commands are accessed directly from the device buttons located on the brightly lit LCD touchscreen. The MX-1000 features 50 customizable LCD touchscreen pages, of which both the text, and size/shape of the buttons can be modified according to individual preference. Included, as a standard accessory with the remote control is an RS-232C PC interlink cable. This interface connection makes it possible to completely program the set-up, operation and design of the MX-1000 directly from your PC, as well as upload data to your PC for program archiving.

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Logitech X-540 5.1 Surround Sound Speaker System with Subwoofer Review

Logitech X-540 5.1 Surround Sound Speaker System with Subwoofer
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I am very happy with these speakers.

I replaced a cheap 2.1 set of speakers, and this sub-woofer is much better sounding than what I had before.Of course you could get even better sound by spending a lot more money, but I believe these are a very good value.

Remember you might need to reconfigure Windows and/or your BIOS and/or your Sound Card for a 5.1 speaker setup.When you are properly setup, you do NOT need to turn on the "Matrix" feature.That is only needed when you connect it to a simple stereo source like a video game console.Your computer will "upgrade" your stereo music to a 5.1 signal when configured correctly, so like I said, you can leave the Matrix button turned off when connected to your computer.

The only negative, as others have shared, is the CABLES ARE SHORT.Add $15 to the price to include a trip to Radio Shack for some RCA extension cables.

I am stilling giving this a 5-start rating, since I knew about the cable length issue before I bought it.

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The X-540 speakers use FDD2 (Frequency Directed Dual Driver) technology to produce a uniform soundfield anywhere in the room. Immerse yourself in the game using the selectable matrix mode, which automatically creates 5.1 surround sound from common 2-channel stereo sources. The compact satellites are wall-mountable, and a special clip lets you place the center channel speaker on top of most flat-panel monitors to reduce desktop clutter. Use the wired control center to control volume and bass levels or connect headphones to enjoy your games and music privately.

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Logitech Z 5500 Digital - 5.1-channel PC multimedia home theater speaker system - 505 Watt (total) Review

Logitech Z 5500 Digital - 5.1-channel PC multimedia home theater speaker system - 505 Watt
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I bought this originally for my computer setup to listen to my music, play games in surround sound, as well as watch DVD's in full 5.1 surround sound.The sub on this system is UNBELIEVABLE!!!This system is so good I've transferred it to my TV and use it as a home theater system and I plan on buying a second system for the computer.This is as loud as you will ever need out of a system.The loudest I've taken it is maybe 60-70% power and TRUST ME that was loud as all hell and shook all the glassware in my kitchen upstairs.Unless you have your own house and got this system in the basement you will never set it louder or even that loud without the cops coming to your door.
I have never said this about any electronic purchase I've done, but for the first time ever I've found a product that I will NEVER have to replace or upgrade.This system serves ALL my movie, game, and music needs.I am happy with this purchase for the rest of my life and I am quite the audiophile.I will only buy another speaker system if this one breaks, and I would replace it with the same system.That's saying a lot as there is pretty much no electronic device out there that you can say you'll never have to upgrade to a better one.

This set comes with a control box that has all the volume controls and inputs.From here you control the volume individually to the center, surround, and sub speakers.It has a direct line in (Front, center, surround, and sub) as well as a digital line in and even a optical.I have the direct and the digital lines used.For DVD's I switch over to digital input and the control box does the audio decoding itself in THX surround sound.I've found that this produces the best quality sound and is much better than using the software decoder on your computer.Just set the computer as "pass-thru" no decoding.

For music for some reason I've found that it works better as a direct connection.Maybe this has something to do with the audio card decodingand processing the music.It just seems fuller, louder, and generally clearer in direct connect with music.Also you can set it at direct, stereo, stereo x 2 (uses front and rear speakers) this stereo X2 is my personal favorite for music.It also has a Dolby Prologic Movie and Music setting.I never use the Music setting, it's useless in my mind, it tries to process the music into 5.1 sound and that just doesn't fly.

The Pro Logic Movie setting I've never used until just recently (I've had these speakers for 2-3 years.)I never saw the benefit of the Pro Logic movie setting as I just watched the DVD in the control box's THX setting.I did however recently find he use for the Pro logic movie setting.If you are watching a move that has been downloaded off the internet and only has the Stereo audio then the Pro Logic actually does a pretty good Job at turning it into 5.1 surround.I watched a few movies using this setting and it did an amazing job and turning the audio into surround.Not sure how it can do this, but give it a try on video with only a stereo track and it does a great job.I discovered this by accident watching "Imax Magnificent Desolation" a DVD about the Apollo moon landings and for some reason I had it on Pro Logic Movie.When the spacecraft was landing on the moon it kicked up a bunch of dust and I got startled for a minute because I heard the dust and sound coming from behind me.The system was able to accurately surround sound this event.I watched it again in regular stereo mode and I was astonished at how well the PL made it surround.I cannot watch any video now without the PL Movie setting (unless it's a DVD with authentic 5.1 sound).

So to conclude this system rocks, it's as loud as you'll ever need it and is very multipurpose.Yes I know there will be people saying that this system sucks when it comes to a home theater setup and that you need to buy a $2000 home theater speaker set up.Well perhaps these $2000 systems are better, but I've compared this to those and honestly my ear can barely tell any difference at all, and when you look at the price difference then it's a no brainer to get this system.Oh yeah and the Sub is Huge and gives you all the bass you can handle and then some.I know having a great Sub and bass is what makes a system and to a point this is true as the sub is what makes you "feel" the music and this sub definitely kicks you. I have it about 3 feet away from me and it vibrates my pants when it's set on a pleasant "Metallica" volume '

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Logitech has taken its award-winning Z-680 speaker system and made it even better. How? By improving everything from the subwoofer to the satellites and adding new innovations like real-time digital sound equalization.The result is the Logitech Z-5500 Digital, a THX-certified, 505-watt 5.1 surround sound speaker system that offers everything you could possibly want... and some things you didn't even know you needed. And once you plug in your PC, DVD or music player, or video game console, you'll never want to listen to anything else.

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