RF Link AVS-5813 5.8Ghz A/V Wireless Receiver Review

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(More customer reviews)I bought one of these units in March 2006 in response to my wife constantly changing room arrangements, and subsequently requiring that the TV work in an area that didn't have easy cable access. I looked at several units from other manufacturers, and actually bought one to try from Best Buy, which was a Leapfrog, I think. Testing that unit convinced me that the concept was sound, and I would have kept that unit except that it operated on 2.4 GHz, which caused interference every time the microwave was in use, or the telephone rang. My computer is hard wired into a network as I don't want to deal with the increased security requirements of wireless, and my phones work fine on 2.4 GHz, so I was looking for a solution, but with 5.8GHz.
I called RF-Link tech support, got all of my questions answered and placed the order through Amazon.
Product worked flawlessly for about six months and then crapped out. By crapping out, I mean that when unit was in an enclosed space where there was exessive heat buildup, the unit would stop working after about 10 minutes.
I contacted RF-Link tech support, and they promptly sent out a replacement unit, explaining that the motherboard had been completely redesigned, and therefore they sent me new units as well as new power supplies. The replacement units have worked flawlessly.
Although I was upset at having to go through the return/RMA process and the delay in using the product until thr replacement was received, everything is fine now. I would recommend this product to anyone who doesn't want the expense of paying to install cable outlets everywhere.
And for those who are concerned about 5.8 GHz interference, with phones, 6.0GHz phones are already available, so no future compatability issues there either.

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RF-Link AVS-5811 5.8GHz Audio and Video Transmission System with IR Repeater Review

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(More customer reviews)I'm a hi-tech gadget guy who is hard to please, but this far exceeded my expectations! I have it connected from a bedroom Directv Receiver(6" from a 2.4GHZ wireless PC lan) to a kitchen 15" Magnanox LCD TV sitting 12" below a micrwave oven without interference from microwave or lan! I'm even transmitting through 6 walls and a 5 gal. metal potato chip bucket and people walking in the kitchen without affecting the picture! I was getting a super picture w/o even having 1 antenna directly facing the other antenna. I thought I was going to have to run between floors for hours until everything was aligned perfectly - it only took 15 seconds because alignment is very forgiving. Picture quality is 5 star crystal clear with no lines, static, etc. All TV channels are 5 star and the HDTV stations blew me away even though I know its not sending true HDTV though the avs-5811.
What surprised me most was that I could use my bedroom Directv remote (down in the kitchen) to change channels (up in the bedroom) by simply pointing at the (kitchen)avs-5811 receiver. It sends the remote control signal upstairs to a "mouse" that you place in front of your TV receiver, cable box, etc, IR sensor. I had a spare remote so I keep 1 in kitchen and 1 in bedroom for convenience.
The owners manual iS POOR and doesn't tell you all this, but basically I can point the remote at the avs-5811 receiver in kitchen requesting a Directv channel change (or any other remote control function) in the upstairs bedroom. The avs-5811 transmitter in the bedroom receives the request and sends it through the "mouse" to the Directv Receiver which changes the channel as requested and the new channel video and sound is return to the kitchen! Pure magic and ingenious!
It is a very cost effective way, without losing picture quality and convenience, to avoid running cables and drill holes through my tiled walls or granite counters.

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The average home entertainment system once consisted of a TV, stereo, and maybe a cable box. Now a modern system may also include a DVD player, satellite receiver, surround sound amplifier, digital video recorder, and an HD tuner, along with a PC designed to serve as a digital hub for certain audio/video functions. The RF Link AVS-5811 takes A/V technology to the next logical step by wirelessly transmitting audio and video signals from these components to any nearby TV, monitor, or stereo system, letting you enjoy vivid video and hi-fi stereo sound anywhere in the house. The A/V sender effectively lets you send signals to components located upstairs, several rooms away, or elsewhere without running bulky, space-consuming cables in the walls or under the floorboards. With the AVS-5811, viewers can watch simultaneous DVD or satellite programming on upstairs and downstairs TVs, or listen to their favorite tunes on stereos in three different rooms--all without wires. They can also use the sender to watch live video from a camcorder or CCD camera in a remote location, whether for security or entertainment purposes. Users who edit video or capture footage from TV programs on their computers will also find plenty to like about the device, as they can easily send the video from their Macs or PCs directly to a living room TV for viewing.
The AVS-5811 comes with a 5.8 GHz wireless transmitter and a receiver with four selectable channels. Unlike more common 2.4 GHz transmitters, the AVS-5811 doesn't share a band with Bluetooth devices, cordless phones, 801.11b wireless LAN networks, and microwave ovens, ensuring a sharp, interference-free video signal. The four channels are also a bonus, as it lets users set up multiple transmitters and receivers in the same area without cross-channel noisiness. In addition, the sender includes a built-in IR remote extender that controls components from a distance, so a user can mute the bedroom TV while relaxing on the living room sofa, for instance. The sender features an NTSC/PAL video system and transmits to distances as great as 400 feet without obstructions. It's also relatively compact at 6.5 by 4.13 by 10.5 inches (W x H x D).
What's in the Box Transmitter, receiver, two A/V RCA cables, two AC power adapters, IR mouse (remote extender), user's manual.

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Toshiba Dynadock Wireless U Universal USB Docking Station Review

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(More customer reviews)Superb product. I have been able to clear all wires from my desk and my desktop is now clutter free. My printer, back-up drive, network connection, and other usb accessories are not tied to my laptop and sit on a credenza behind the desk. It has worked as advertised with video and audio seemlessly connecting and no loss in quality.
Its a little pricey, but is a universal dock for the multiple laptops we have at home, which makes it cheaper than buying three different docks for our three different laptops.

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Ready to multi-task like a pro? Well then clear the cables cluttering your desk and make way for enhanced wireless productivity and entertainment! The dynadock wireless U, universal wireless USB docking station, allows you to connect wirelessly from your laptop to your docking station. Finally you can link to all your desktop accessories, printer, router, sound system and even an external monitor without needing to run any cords to your laptop computer. The dynadock wireless U is also compatible with any brand of Windows-based computer with built-in wireless USB technology or an available USB 2.0 port for the included wireless USB adapter. The dynadock wireless U has a built-in HD Digital Video card to connect an extra VGA or DVI monitor* with resolution up to 1680 x 1050, enabling you to view up to 3 displays simultaneously.** It also has a built-in Digital Audio card to add high quality 7.1 surround sound through the S/PDIF port, providing a true multimedia experience. The dynadock wireless U adds six USB 2.0 ports, Ethernet LAN connectivity and 3.5mm audio in and out for headphones, microphone, headset or speakers. The upright slim design saves precious desk space while providing fast access to a true desktop environment. Docking and undocking is easy with the dynadock wireless U. Just one touch of the undock/dock button and the dynadock wireless U automatically shuts down all peripherals attached to your docking station for a smooth undock experience. Simply pick-up your laptop and go. If you prefer to dock manually, simply hit the dock button again and all your peripherals will be synced with your laptop in no time. Or, as an added feature, the dynadock wireless U can be setup to automatically connect to your laptop when back within range.Expand Your Wireless World• Connect wirelessly from your laptop to your docking station• Built-in video card to support an additional DVI or VGA monitor • Built-in sounds card supports up to 7.1 surround sound digital audio • Offers 4 Plug-and-Play USB ports in the back • And an additional 2 easy access front USB Sleep-and-Charge ports • Unique vertical space-saving design • Works with any Windows®-based PC • Most full-featured wireless USB docking station available today Compact, Wireless ConvenienceClear the cables cluttering your desk and make way for enhanced wireless productivity and entertainment too. With its slim, space-saving design the dynadock™ wireless U lets you tap into printers, scanners, a full-size keyboard, mouse, modem or router, speakers and even an additional monitor without needing to physically connect your laptop to a docking station, freeing you from excess clutter, plus wear-and-tear on your laptop ports. Multi-Task Like a ProReady to do more than ever before? So is the dynadock™ wireless U. With its advanced multimedia ports the dynadock wireless U puts you in touch with luxurious 7.1-channel surround sound and high-res picture on an external monitor with up to 1680 x 1050 resolution. Before you know it you\'ll be enjoying music, surfing the Internet, updating your social networking site, downloading music to your MP3 player, and photo editing like never before! Or of course the dynadock wireless U and an additional monitor are great for multi-tasking between checking your email, working on speadsheets, and creating presentations too.Universal UseWhy dynadock™ wireless U and not another docking solution? Easy. Wireless connectivity and it works with any Windows®-based PC. So suddenly you\'re closer than ever to true desktop productivity, plus more thrilling sound and visuals. Great for work and home!

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ASUS WiCast EW2000 Wireless HD Video Transmitter and Receiver Review

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(More customer reviews)I'm looking for wireless HD solutions for a while to meet my needs : 1. to work with my DirectTV receiver DIRECTV Plus® HR24 High Definition MPEG-4 DVR (HR-24-500) HD DVRand wirelessly transmit the HD A/V signals to my 2nd TV in other room; 2. to wirelessly send signals to the projector from my laptop with HDMI output. Recently I found Amimon's WHDI solution is the most latest and advanced technology and here comes two products using this technology which can fulfill my requests and I got both of them. They are ASUS WiCast EW2000 Wireless HD Video Transmitter and Receiver (from my laptlop) and brite-View Air SyncHD New Arrival! brite-View "Air SyncHD" (BV-2322) Wireless 1080p HD Video/ Audio Transmission Kit(for my DirectTV receiver) and I'm satisfied with both of them so far though with limited time of ownership.
Asus WiCast is pretty straight forward to set up, I only need to connect the transmitter to my laptop and connect the receiver to the projector and it's done, it wirelessly streams everything on my laptop screen to the projector and then on the projection screen. The quality of signals and transmission are great (but probably it's designed for in-room usage only so there's limitation of the distance and the penetration. I tried to connect it to the DirecTV receiver but the signal got choppy after the wall in between even it's within 30 feet).
brite-View Air SyncHD works just like it should be, I connect the transmitter to DirectTV receiver (and connect the HDMI output of the transmitter with HDTV to pass through the signals) and also connect the receiver to my 2nd TV in other room within 30 feet. The quality of HD A/V signals and transmission are great too, only it takes a bit longer to synchronize. The penetration is great without any delay and I can control the DirectTV receiver in other room with its IR sensor/extender.
I really like these two products and the WHDI technology really works great. I review both of them is to provide information and reference for those who are also looking for wireless HD solutions and you can decide which one is most suitable for your situation. Hopefully it helps!


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Stream HD, Wirelessly ASUS WiCast transforms your PC into a wireless media center. Using the latest Wireless Home Digital Interface (WHDI) Technology, easily connect, stream, and enjoy picture-perfect Full HD visuals and high-quality audio streaming from your PC to a compatible HDTV or other external display. Setup is streamlined so you can power the WiCast transmitter with just your PC's USB ports. Its small, compact design makes it a nice fit to any home or meeting room environment. And with up to 3Gb/s transfer rate, ASUS WiCast can stream any content with up to Full HD quality, less than 1 ms latency, and up to 8 channel audio playback.

Key Features
Full 1080p HD video wireless playback with up to 1920 x 1080 resolution for pristine HDquality visuals (Learn more)
Up to 8 channelaudio playback delivers incredible detail and surround sound support (Learn more)
1ms latency for seamless,stutter-free playback
Wireless Home Digital Interface Technology is the only standard that enables uncompressedFull HD video and audio streaming without wires (Learn more)
3Gb/sdata transfer speed for reliable, smooth Full 1080p HD media playback (Learn more)
WirelessBlu-ray playback to enjoy your favorite movies in Full HD quality (Learn more)
Plugand play setup lets you connect and stream without complicated wires (Learn more)

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At Home Multimedia HD Enjoyment
Secure Conference Room Presentations
What's in the Box
ASUSWiCast Transmitter: 1 HDMI Cable, 1 mini USB Cable, 1 Adapter
ASUSWiCast Receiver: 1 HDMI Cable, 1 Adapter
Travel Pouch
WarrantyCard
Manual

Specifications
Interface: HDMI
Video: Up to 1080p 60Hz, under 1 ms latency
Audio: Up to 8 channels
Wireless HDMI Technology: Wireless Home Digital Interface (WHDI) v1.4
Transmission Distance: Up to 33 feet
Operation Frequency: 5.15 ~ 5.85 GHz
Data Rate: 3Gb/s
Power Supply: Transmitter: 5V, 2A 10W Adapter (if USB power is not available) Receiver: 5V, 2A 10W Adapter
Power Consumption: Transmitter: 4.75W (powered by USB), Receiver: 10W
Input / Output: Transmitter: 1 x HDMI port, 1 x Mini USB, 1 x DC in, Receiver: 1 x HDMI port ,1 x DC in
Accessories: Transmitter: 1 x mini USB Cable, 1 x HDMI Cable , 1 x Adapter, Receiver: 1 x HDMI Cable, 1x Adapter
Weight: Transmitter: 0.242 lb., Receiver: 0.352 lb.
Color: Black
Dimensions: Transmitter: 4.05 inches, (L) x 2.67 inches (W) x 1.12 inches (H), Receiver: 4.13 inches (L) x 0.98 inches (W) x 4.9 inches (H)
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