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Dell 65W Combination AC/Auto Power Adapter

This combination, auto, air, ac power adapter is compatible with Dell Latitude, Inspiron and Dell Precision Laptops. Power your notebook anywhere - on the road, in-flight or at your desk. Plugs into any standard wall outlet, auto outlet or air outlet.

Compatible Dell Laptop Models:

• Dell Inspiron: 300m, 500M, 600M, 700M, 710M, 630M, 6000, 8500, 8600, 9300, 9200.
• Dell Latitude: D400, D420, D500, D505, D510, D520, D600, D610, D800, D820, X300. D600, D610, D620, D800, D810, D820.
• Dell Precision: M60, M65, XPS M140.
• Dell XPS: XPS M1210.

Dell P/N: 310-6557, UC473, 310-7712, 310-2862, 310-4002, F7970, 310-4804, F2663, W1451, 310-3149 , 310-2860, 310-3399 , 310-6325, PA-1650-05D2, 1X917, 5U092, PA-1650-05D, W5420 A00, 310-7867, HF274, 310-7740, 310-7701, 310-7693, HF274.

Specs:

• Manufacturer: Dell
• Voltage Required: 100-200 VAC
• Size: 2.38″ x 5.44″ x 1.14″
• Power Provided: 65 Watts
• Condition: Brand New
• In Stock: Yes

Dell 310-6557 Retail Price: $65.00

The Biggest, Baddest, Boldest, Most Powerfull Amp in the XTHUNDER series is now available in Europe

This Monster 3000W Class-D Mono Block amp features double 1/0 Awg power connectors to get you all the power you need from your X3000D.

For serious Bassheads and powerjunkies it is very easy to link two X3000D amps together via the Master/Slave circuitry.

The X3000D can tame each sub you connect to it. You can go down to a 1 Ohm load and the amp will still be laughing while ripping out Thunderous bass from the cone of the connected woofer(s).

Go ahead and take the new Rated X X3000D amp for a ride if you are brave enough.

MTX X3000D Specifications:

• CEA RMS Power : 1×1500W @ 4Ohm, 14,4 Volts
• CEA RMS Power : 1×2000W @ 2Ohm, 14,4 Volts
• CEA RMS Power : 1×3000W @ 1Ohm, 14,4 Volts
• 2 Amps strapped : 1×4000W @ 4Ohm, 14,4 Volts
• 2 Amps strapped : 1×6000W @ 2Ohm, 14,4 Volts
• Low pass X-over : 24dB variable from 40 to 200Hz
• Minimum Impedance : 1Ohm
• Frequency response : 20Hz - 250Hz ±3dB
• THD+N / 1W : <0,5%
• S/N ratio : >65dB
• Sensitivity : 0,25 to 5Volts
• Subsonic filter : 12dB variable from 20 to 50Hz
• Phase Switch : 0 or 180
• Dimensions : 58,0×21,0×5,0cm

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Panasonic Strada - Portable Mobile Navigation System with 5″ Widescreen LCD Monitor, Easy-to-Use GUI, GPS Assist, Bluetooth® Hands-Free Calling and Sturdy Mounting Bracket

Large 5″ LCD in a Slim, Compact Design
The Panasonic Strada Portable Navigation System boasts a generously large 5″ widescreen LCD monitor in a slim 5.08″ wide by 3.42″ high by 1.22″ deep body, making it extremely compact and easy to carry. Take it with you to deter theft, but also so you can show off your digital photos1. The large, easy-to-use touch-panel screen is great for sharing slide shows, with a choice of five time settings. You can even set the initial screen image to your favorite snapshot using the Picture Viewer function.

Panasonic CN-GP50U - Easy-to-Use Interface
Strada’s simple and intuitive Graphical User Interface (GUI) uses contrasting colors and textures for extra clarity, with a minimal number of large, easy-to-use buttons so you can concentrate on driving. Choose from a selection of keyboard layouts to suit your preference, with symbol and numeric input capability. Keep both hands on the wheel while setting your destination with Strada’s Voice Command function, which learns to recognize your vocal characteristics for enhanced accuracy, regardless of language or dialect…

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Blaupunkt Debuts World’s First Portable Speaker System that Doubles as a Powered Car Subwoofer

Blaupunkt has introduced Velocity 2Go, the world’s first headphone-jack portable stereo speaker systems that can also be quickly converted into car audio subwoofers. Ideal for active music lovers, Blaupunkt Velocity 2Go powered speakers generate room-filling full-range sound when connected to any device with headphone output jacks. When used in a car, it delivers deep, clean bass to add weight to the sound of a basic four-speaker car stereo system.

Blaupunkt Velocity 2Go is available in two sizes, each with powerful high-efficiency amplifiers, two long-throw polypropylene woofers and two silk-dome tweeters in a sturdy, attractive ported aluminum enclosure. Power for the four bi-amp configured amplifiers and active crossovers is supplied by a car’s 12-volt electrical system, an AC adapter, or rechargeable AA batteries sustained by a built-in charger. A defeatable auto-turn-on function activates whenever an audio signal is detected.

The Blaupunkt Velocity 2Go 5 features dual 5-1/4-inch woofers, and a pair of 3⁄4-inch tweeters in an 8 liter enclosure, and is capable of linear frequency response from 50 Hz to 25000 kHz. The larger Velocity 2Go 6 employs 6-1/2-inch woofers and 1-inch tweeters in a 15-liter enclosure, making it capable of higher output, and linear response down to 40 Hz…

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The Sony XAV-W1 is its first stab at the aftermarket in-car ents game and it’s a beauty, dominated by a 7in 800×480 touchscreen.

The oversized head unit is designed to slot neatly into newer double DIN bays that are twice the height of your standard car stereo – hence the large screen.

• Plays most popular music and video formats. CD, DVD, SACD, Windows Media Audio, mp3 and JPEG
• Supports Dolby Digital surround sound and DTS Digital Surround Processing playback
• iPod ready. Just plug it in to enjoy your personal audio collection on the road
• Supports satellite radio and connects to Sony’s HD Radio tuner to deliver additional HD radio channels and rich information like artist, song name and more
• Command your digital music from behind the wheel or the back seat with the supplied remote card
• Customisable display and sound settings. Set your favourite photo as the background wallpaper
• Delivers 52 watts across 4 channels ensuring rich, clear sound. Zone by Zone capability allows you to set separate audio zones for the front and rear seats
• Camera input connects with a rear-monitor camera and displays the image on the player’s screen - makes parking a breeze!

It’ll play your DVDs, DivX movies, WMAs, MP3s and CDs, as well as your doubtless huge collection of SACDs. 5.1-channel surround sound is supported with Dolby Digital Surround and DTS Digital Surround Processing.

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Blaupunkt has announced the introduction of its next generation portable satellite navigation device, the TravelPilot Lucca 5.3.

• Route guidance in 40 European countries
• Full seven digit postcode search
• Voice control for quick, easy input of destination address
• Driver assistance features including Bluetooth mobile phone operation
• Almost two million points of interest included

This high specification unit comes in a slim, space-saving design, incorporating a clear, 4.3 inch display. The colour-coded menus are extremely easy to use, and the Lucca’s ultra-fast route calculation, together with a wide range of sophisticated driver assistance functions, ensure a trouble-free journey – whether the user is travelling to a business meeting in London or holidaying across Europe.

TravelPilot Lucca 5.3 features at a glance

• Stylish, slim, space-saving design
• Hands-free mobile phone operation via Bluetooth connectivity
• European safety camera data pre-loaded
• Free built-in TMC reception of traffic information to avoid congestion
• Reliable route guidance in 40 European countries (integrated)
• Full seven digit UK postcode search
• Video playback from SD/MMC card
• Optional reversing camera ideal for trailers, horse boxes and caravans
• Easy to operate, with voice control for fast input of destination address
• Ultra-quick route search and calculation
• Lane indication feature
• Automatic night/day mode
• USB 2.0 connectivity
• Pedestrian mode for use outside the vehicle
• Merian Scout travel guide with approx. two million points of interest
• Fast set-up and easy mounting in any vehicle
• 4.3 inch display (11cm diagonal) in 16:9 format
• 30 channel GPS satellite receiver for fast location and fixing of position
• 24 Volt compatible for use in commercial vehicles
• Optional Active Cradle for connection to Blaupunkt car audio system

Operating the TravelPilot Lucca 5.3 is incredibly simple, with its intuitive touch-screen menus. Destinations can be found using a full seven digit postcode search or by street name - and for even faster and more convenient input, users can choose to enter the destination address via voice control, rather than entering it manually…

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Do more with Pioneer “uBus” USB Control - not just iPod® direct control*, “uBus” also controls many MP3 players** and USB memory devices (”Jump Drives”) as well. Access, control and high-resolution playback are supremely fast and straightforward. Simply plug in USB-compatible equipment (such as an iPod® nano, iPod® Video, or another portable digital player or USB memory device) into the included USB connector. This direct, high-speed (USB 2.0), adapter-free connection plus built-in 24-bit Delta Sigma D/A Converter assures extraordinary sound quality as well as convenience.

Control and operation is extremely intuitive and responsive with the 7-Way Rotary Commander, which works similar in all respects to an actual iPod. You can easily select from Artists, Albums, Genres, Playlists and more, and then quickly use the rotary action to sort through the selections. MP3 CD’s, MP3 portable players and USB memory devices are all also very similar and easy to use.

Pioneer “uBus” USB Direct Control is available on the following models:

Pioneer DEH-P6900UB, Pioneer DEH-P690UB, Add-on USB capability to many additional headunits using the CD-UB100 USB Adapter. Compatible with the following 2007 models: Pioneer DEH-P4900IB, Premier DEH-P490IB, Pioneer DEH-P5900IB, Premier DEH-P590IB, DEH-P7900BT, and Premier DEH-P790BT.

More information: PioneerElectronics.com

Developed by NextGen Venturi, the Venturi Mini is specifically designed to work with music phones and Bluetooth-equipped MP3 players. Boasting full support for Bluetooth 2.0+EDR and A2DP, the Venturi Mini can relay this sound information - both in terms of voice calls and streaming music - through its integrated digital FM transmitter. The transmitter also has RDBS technology for displaying information on your car’s radio screen, including contacts, device menus, and other pertinent data.

The Venturi Mini is a new and unique product combining Bluetooth® Music streaming with Hands-Free calling and USB style charging. The integrated FM RDS Transmitter streams stereo audio through the in-car sound system for music playback and hands-free. The Venturi Mini requires ZERO INSTALL and simply connects to the cigarette lighter socket in the vehicle making it easily transportable.

The integrated OLED display and high performance microphone enables high quality crystal clear hands-free with the received audio coming through the in car speakers.

• Music Streaming

Music can be streamed from a mobile phone using the Bluetooth A2DP profile or a portable music player can be connected via Bluetooth A2DP or directly through the audio in stereo jack.

• Hands-Free Bluetooth Audio and Phonebook

Providing high quality audio via the car speakers and crystal clear voice via built-in microphone as well as remote control of your phonebook with dialing activation from the smart interface on the Venturi Mini.

• Bluetooth® Wireless Technology

Featuring Bluetooth v2.0 & state of the art DSP technology for clear hands-free audio and advanced music streaming from your Bluetooth enabled phone or portable music player via smart interface on the Venturi Mini…

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Motorola ROKR T505 Bluetooth In-Car Speakerphone and Digital FM Transmitter Announced.

Motorola, Inc. (NYSE: MOT) is dialing up the experience of hands-free driving with the introduction of the MOTOROKR T505 Bluetooth® In-Car Speakerphone and Digital FM Transmitter, its first road-ready, music-oriented ROKR accessory and the latest addition to its portfolio of in-car solutions. The MOTOROKR T505 enables consumers to connect a compatible Bluetooth enabled phone№ to the car sound system and enjoy hands-free calling and their own personal music collection in outstanding stereo sound.

Motorola will unveil its newest Bluetooth automotive accessory here at the Specialty Equipment Market Association (SEMA) show, the premiere automotive specialty products trade event.

The T505 is extremely portable and requires no wires or installation. Drivers simply clip the device to a car’s visor and pair the T505 using Motorola’s EasyPair™ technology to a compatible Bluetooth device. When the T505 is connected to a stereo Bluetooth phone, such as a MOTORAZR² or MOTOROKR Z6, or an MP3 player, calls and music are streamed wirelessly with the perfectly-tuned clarity and wide-ranging volume of a car stereo. Drivers with standard Bluetooth phones can use the T505 to make and take their calls over the car stereo. And when the ride’s over, the T505 can be easily unhooked and taken to another car for the next trip.

“Today’s drivers demand convenience and connectivity without missing a beat to what’s important to them - their calls and their music,” said Jason Few, corporate vice president, Motorola, Inc. “We’re excited to introduce a portable, music-optimized ROKR to the car to enhance the mobile experience while consumers are on the road.”

The T505 also features StationFinder™, a breakthrough technology that announces where the best FM connection can be found on the user’s car radio. When calls come in, the T505 automatically mutes the music and audibly announces the Caller-ID², so drivers can keep their eyes on the road. Cutting-edge echo and noise reduction technology and a built-in microphone and 2-watt speaker also ensure that drivers have outstanding sound and zero static throughout their ride.

One of the best things you can do for your car audio system is to properly tune it. There are several variables to consider when doing this, and I am going to walk to through the most important ones so you will have a good understanding of how to get the most “bang” for the buck from you system.

Assuming you have an amplified system with one or more subwoofers, you can dial in your system to give you the best sound and have the durability you want from it. It starts at the head unit. You want a head unit with a good, strong output signal, between 4 and 5 volts on its pre-outs. Audiophiles tell us that 2-3 volts of good clean signal is good too, but that will require a little more amplifier power to get the decibels we’re looking for.

You also want a head unit with an adjustable subwoofer level. Start by tuning the stereo without the subs on. Add your bass and treble until you get the desired sound with minimal distortion at the loudest volume setting you will listen to it at. This is generally about 2/3 max volume…

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