November 30, 2007
The Sony STR-DG2100 7.1 A/V receiver was engineered to be the entertainment hub for your HD experience. This receiver provides an “Audio for Video” solution which integrates the latest technologies to optimize sound as well as picture quality. The STR-DG2100 utilizes Faroudja DCDI Cinema Technology which up scales non-HD sources (VHS, DVD, etc.) to 1080p. In addition to video upscaling, this chipset corrects image jaggedness and reduces block noise resulting in beautiful, smooth High Definition images. As for audio, the Sony 7.1 Home Theater Surround Sound Receiver utilizes high grade components that provide effective heat dissipation and large amounts of power while maintaining precise sound quality. Sony’s Xross Media Bar-inspired GUI allows a user to utilize an icon-driven menu system which provides easy access to the receiver’s most complicated functions. The STR-DG2100 7.1 A/V receiver will accept 1080/60p and 24p HD video formats, x.v.Color (xvYCC) and Deep Color while providing 3 HDMI connections. Sony’s Digital Media Port makes this model iPod Ready (accessory sold separately) and features BRAVIA Theatre Sync technology for “One-Touch Play.” Don’t worry, Sony didn’t forget about audio; the receiver is also capable of reproducing the latest audio formats from Dolby Labs (Dolby Digital +/Dolby TrueHD) and dts (dts High Resolution Audio and dts HD Master Audio).
- Video up-Scaling via HDMI (up to 1080p)
- HDMI “Active Intelligence” (3 inputs/1 output)
- Supports x.v.Color technology (xvYCC)
- Exclusive Faroudja DCDi Cinema Up Scaling Technology
- Automatic Digital Cinema Auto Calibration with microphone
- Sirius and XM Connect-and-Play Ready
- Price: $1199.99
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November 28, 2007
If you use a Totaline programmable thermostat, you can monitor and control the temperature in your home remotely via telephone to make sure you come home to a comfortable house. The Thermostat Telephone Controller connects to your phone line, and when you call in from any remote phone or cell phone, you can use touchtone buttons or voice commands to check the temperature or adjust settings. An RF receiver snaps into the RJ-11 port of the 1-Day Programmable Digital Thermostat, 7-Day Programmable Digital Thermostat or 7-Day Dual-Fuel Programmable Digital Thermostat.
- Control your thermostat remotely using your phone or cell phone
- Adjust temperature of up to 4 thermostats using touchtone buttons or voice recognition
- Monitor the temperature inside your home over the phone
- Connect to a powerline interface to adjust a home automation component remotely
- Price: $159.99
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November 28, 2007
If you use the 7-Day Programmable Digital Thermostat to maintain a comfortable temperature in your home while saving energy, you can monitor the relative humidity in your home, as well. The Thermostat Humidity Module will display the relative humidity level as measured at the thermostat, and this device can also control a compatible humidifier (sold separately) or even aid in dehumidifying your home.
- Module connects to Venstar or Totaline 7-Day Programmable Digital Thermostat (sold separately)
- Thermostat will display relative humidity in home
- Set levels to heat or cool to adjust humidity or connect to a compatible humidifier
- Price: $34.99
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November 28, 2007
If you have multiple Venstar or Totaline programmable thermostats set up in your home, you can easily copy your settings from one thermostat to the next using a handy snap-in programmer. The Venstar EZ Thermostat Programmer connects to the RJ-11 port of the 1-Day Programmable Digital Thermostat, 7-Day Programmable Digital Thermostat or 7-Day Dual-Fuel Programmable Digital Thermostat and allows you to upload all settings for easy transfer to additional thermostats.
- Easily & quickly copy programming from one thermostat to another
- Choose from clock, time period, or all data copy
- Stores data from several modules simultaneously
- Programmer works with Totaline 1-Day, 7-Day or 7-Day Dual Fuel thermostats (sold separately)
- Price: $39.99
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November 28, 2007
If you use a Venstar or Totaline programmable thermostat, you can adjust the temperature in your home manually from the comfort of your sofa, using a tiny hand held remote control. The Thermostat IR Control & Receiver comes with a module that snaps into the RJ-11 port of the 1-Day Programmable Digital Thermostat, 7-Day Programmable Digital Thermostat or 7-Day Dual-Fual Programmable Digital Thermostat. Aim the included remote at the thermostat, and you’ll be able to turn on the heat, adjust the air conditioning by a few degrees, or even turn the system off entirely.
- IR remote can turn heat or air conditioning on or adjust the temperature by a few degrees
- System uses “fuzzy logic” to determine how to adjust the temperature
- Remote works with Venstar or Totaline 1-Day, 7-Day or 7-Day Dual Fuel thermostats (sold separately)
- Price: $39.99
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November 28, 2007
Track the whereabouts of your pet, child, or aging relative, or even assets such as boats or cars with the Gemtek, a personal and portable tracking device that combines the technology of global positioning satellites (GPS), cellular phone communication (GSM) and the Internet within a small device that can transmit its exact location within seconds.
- Track loved ones or possessions in real-time
- “SOS” panic button immediately sends alert to phones designated by user
- Safety Zone creates a boundary and sends alerts if device moves outside it
- 2 pre-programmed speed dial buttons allow the device to place voice calls
- Accepts incoming calls
- Auto-Track mode allows user to track the device’s location in user-defined time intervals
- Price: $299.99
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November 27, 2007
Save energy by running your heater and air conditioning only when you’re at home. The 1-Day Programmable Digital Thermostat allows you to program the heater to turn on half an hour before you normally arrive home or run the air conditioning only when necessary to keep the pets cool while you’re at work. Compatible with both heat/cool and heat pump systems, the 1-Day Programmable Digital Thermostat will control up to two heat stages as well as one cool stage.
The Venstar Programmable Thermostat is also available in a 7-day Programmable Digital Thermostat and a 7-Day Programmable Thermostat, Dual Fuel.
- Program this digital thermostat to turn on automatically only at specific times of the day
- Works with heat/cool and heat pump systems
- Available accessories include a programming device and a wireless remote control
- Price: $69.99
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November 26, 2007
Did you ever wish you could turn up the heat without getting out of your warm cozy bed? Or that you could turn down the air conditioning from your living room chair? Or put the thermostat in a newborn baby’s room to keep the temperature exactly right? If you wish to be able to move the thermostat, put it by your bedside at night, or even control your heating and air conditioning system from two different places, such as upstairs and downstairs, then the Venstar Wireless Thermostat is for you.
The Wireless Receiver and the Wireless Thermostat can also be purchased separately.
- Wireless remote control thermostat
- 7 Day Programmable with 4 time periods per day and holiday mode
- Backlit display shows large numbers as well as the heating/cooling set point, and room temperature
- Can be manually operated or programmed for energy savings
- Up to 4 thermostats can be used with one receiver
- Transmits up to 500 feet, through walls and floors
- Price: $249.99
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November 26, 2007
Enjoy riding your Cruzin Cooler even more with this padded back and seat. Comes with all the needed hardware to mount it on your 300 Watt Cooler or your 500 Watt Cooler. Like adding an armchair to the already too-cool combo of motorscooter and drink cooler.
- Add a cushioned seat for extra comfort!
- Gives back support
- Comes with all needed mounting hardware
- Price: $34.99
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