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This is a useful tool with more power than you'd expect for its small size.



It's about 1.5 times the size and weight of my 1/4" hex drive impact tool but seems to have 4x the power. This obviously isn't going to out drive an air powered impact wrench but has more than enough power to handle lug nuts.



The only time this tool failed to impress me was removing large diameter stainless steel fasteners with seriously galled threads (an antenna mount that had been on our office roof for 10+ years.) The DC820B could break the seized 3/8 bolts but didn't have the power to break the 1/2" bolts. It tried and tried but couldn't quite get the job done. I could feel a slight flexing of the tool in my grip that probably robbed torque from the job at hand. To be fair, I had removed more than 50 bolts before attempting to free the seized bolts and didn't take the time to replace the battery so this isn't conclusive, your results may be better.



The only real design complaint I have about this tool is the socket retention mechanism. Instead of the spring loaded ball or hog ring systems used on most 1/2 air impact tools this one has a spring loaded "detent pin retention system". On my tool this requires using a small screwdriver or similar tool to push in the retention pin every time you want to change a socket. It was a hassle at first but now I just leave a short impact extension on the tool and change sockets on the extension.



I mention this since when looking at the parts diagram it appears that Dewalt has different models that use the hog ring system. One of those might be a better choice if you change sockets frequently.



Like one or two other reviewers mine emits a slight burning smell that seems to have gotten less noticeable the longer I use the tool. I have some other Dewalt tools that had the same problem but none have died (so far at least) Bare-Tool DEWALT DC820B 1/2-Inch 18-Volt Cordless Impact Wrench (Tool Only, No Battery)

This tool is small and light but has plenty of power for any 1/2" socket you would be likely to use. It works best with the lithium battery but the nicad works just fine although noticeably heavier. After using this tool hard for several days I'm not sure 5 stars is enough. The work performed per pound would have been unimaginable a few years back.

A friend of mine has one of these and I had to have one. Wow! My favorite cordless DeWalt, no doubt! First use was to remove the blades from my riding mower....Zip! No holding the blades, off and back on again, so easy! Plenty of power! So, be careful! This thing has enough torgue to snap bolts! I am extremely happy and satisfied with this purchase!

If you are looking at the DC823 or DC825 or any other 18v impact, get this instead. Why? 25% more torque than DC825 (1330 in/lb) and 240 more inch pounds than DC823(1500in/lb). The DC820 has 1740 in/lb. With a couple simple adapters you can do anything you can with the other 2 impacts. Any "impact rated" 1/2" to 3/8" adapter will get you the functionality of the DC823. There are several adapters to go from 1/2" to 1/4" hex as well, I chose the "ASIN:B002KKBBR4 Milwaukee 48-03-4410 Shockwave 1/2-Inch Square by 1/4-Inch Hex Adapter" and now I can do anything the DC825 can do as well. Just one bit of caution however when using it with the 1/4 hex adapter to drive screws, it is so powerful you can overdrive/break normal strength fasteners if you aren't paying attention. I also have the option of just putting a socket on and using it for automotive applications. It pulls lugs nuts off like a champ. This thing rocks, just buy it already!

This little tool will amaze you. When I got it I couldn't wait to test it out so I went out and removed a lug nut off a 2000 model Dodge Ram 1500. I have a Kobalt 1/2 Air impact that I also use, this thing worked just as fast as my air impact. I must admit though I have never felt that the Kobalt was as strong as it should be. Loved the fact I could buy just the tool since I had the 18v batteries from my combo set I bought 3-4 yrs ago. Very highly recommended. I also got the smell with the first couple of uses.

I purchased the 820B impact as a bare tool since I have several DeWalt tools with batteries and I was quickly and completely amazed. It is lightweight, has tremendous power and with the quick change adapters available it is indeed the most versatile tool I own. I can't imagine how anyone could be disappointed with this tool.

Well, I got to choose a father's day present, and the impact wrench won out. It was the low cost alternative to buying a huge compressor and all the air ratchets I could want. I'm a car enthusiast, but I usually work with limited space here where we live. So having something as small and portable is a huge plus! So far I've only done a handful of projects in which I used this thing, but every time it's cut the work time in half. Instead of endlessly spinning a socket wrench, I just put the socket on and pull the trigger! Completely worth every cent we spent on it! We'll see how it continues to hold up in the coming months as we put it to work on rusty engine bolts, but it's performed wonderfully so far!

Mine was packaged brand new in clean, sharp retail packaging with brand new details everywhere and absolutely zero signs of use. Did yours have a gun powder smell from the fan vents when the motor was run under zero load?



Well yours was as new as mine then. I assume that smell is that of a new Dewalt impact tool.



I also add that mine is capable of pulling off lug nuts set at 110 ft/lbs without any drama.



I guess about 2-3 vehicles or about a full work day between recharges on the 2.4 mAh pack for your average mechanic in your average garage - maybe weeks for your average shadetree. Nice. And fast too! Everyone will want to know what you've got in your hands as the nuts just keep falling off. You'll draw a crowd! - Impact Wrenches - Bare-tool - I Own It - 18 Volt'

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I started out with a stealth guardz, same thing as the invisible shields where you put soapy water on it. HATED IT, could not get it to look right and it felt weird, like gummy almost, and the thought of spraying soapy water on my screen didnt set well. After that I ordered a case mate case that came with a case mate screen protector. I liked it much better, kind of had that cling semi adhesive thing and went on nicely but ended up with dust and took it off and then totally screwed it up. I ordered these and they are just like the case-mate ones. I wanted a multi pack in case I screwed it up. All in all i was very very pleased, you cant tell its on, seems very scratch proof so far, perfect cut, and who can beat 5 for 4 bucks shipped. Highly recommended. 5x HTC Inspire 4G Premium Clear LCD Screen Protector

the screen protector adheres well but you have to work at making sure part of it is not on the lip of the edge of the screen or you will be stuck with air below the protector. the biggest flaw of the protector is that it does prevent smudging. on a touch screen this is a must. granted it did not say it would do so in the description but for a touch screen protector anti-smudge makes the product. I will use mine until I get an anti-smudge protector. I will likely cut my extras to use on other non-touch equipment. considering the cost of the item, no big deal and as I mentioned it does everything it says it does in the description.

In summary, if you want a protector that does not prevent smudging, this is a great deal.

recieved 10 screen protectors, and went through half of them trying to get one to work..... the back came off fine however, trying to get the little sticker off the front was horrible..... didnt come off and sticker tore and left a sticky film on the screen.... also trying to get the bubbles out with the little card that was suppose to use made it in possible and even scratched the screen protector..... Not very happy....

Just a little disappointed.

Easy to install.

Excellent protection.

Very minimal impact on touch screen performance.

Have been unable to get all the bubbles out, and they don't "just work themselves out."

Still, they don't give a problem and are not visible most of the time unless you look for them.

This is just what it says, 5 screen protector packets. It also comes with the cleaning cloths. My husband put them on our phones because he is a very detailed person. He made it look easy, but you have to be careful to avoid air bubbles. My screen looked a little fuzzy at first but you don't notice it now. I don't know if this is common with screen protectors as this is my first smart phone. The touch still works fine. Overall its a great buy.

The Screen protector is curved instead of being flat, so when you try to flatten it out, it always lifts on one side. I cleaned the HTC inspire screen before applying the screen protector, flattened out the screen protector and tried to apply. It did not work, lost 2 screen protectors in the bargain. The applied little soap solution to the screen, before applying the screen protector, this method worked for my I-touch, I-phone, still the screen protector lifted on one side, lost 2 screen protector in this bargain. One screen protector did not have any sticking capacity. I would suggest buy a better quality screen protector instead of crappy ones.

These things are always tricky to apply. Mine is on, protects the screen, and there are a few tiny bubbles which don't affect it's use whatsoever.

I have four more to use, and next time I probably will have fewer tiny bubbles, but who cares? You can't see them when you use the phone, only when it is turned off.

Let me just start this off by saying I wasn't expecting all that much when I ordered these. 5 protectors for $4? Can't beat that right? That being said, this product does what it's supposed to, for the most part. It covers the screen well, but not perfectly. The protectors (or the two I went through before I got it right), don't cover all of the screen. The edges and corners of the screen are not covered, but this is a minor concern as that won't really be visible with a case on there like I'm going to have. My main concern was that there appeared to already be dust on the protectors when I removed the first layer. I had to toss the first one because I can't stand having that many bubbles on my screen, especially for a brand new phone. I decided to stick with the second one, at least for now, but this one had it's own problem. The right, middle edge had a small crease in the plastic, so a bubble was inevitable. However, given that it's right near the edge and I had no bubbles anywhere else, I left it alone. So let me break it down for you:



Pros:

Cheap; 5 for $4

Sized decently well for the price

Each of the 5 screen protectors comes with a small cleaning towel



Cons:

Not cut perfectly (I'm slightly OCD about this)

Not all the protectors were clean when first opened (again, see above note)



Still, it's worth it, especially if you bought more than one Inspire for your family, or like to have extras just in case. I'll make a note of it later if I have to change protectors and see that the rest had the same problems these two did or not.'

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Ok, let me begin this review by saying I love shooters and have been playing them ever since I was a kid and Wolfenstien was on PC. That evolved to Goldeneye on Nintendo 64. That all changed when Metal Gear Solid came out for PS1 and I now wanted a good story to go along with my gameplay. I have always kind of liked the COD world war series, but never got into it. When MW1 came out I was blown away, I loved the game and it had a good story to tell. My only complaint with MW2 was that the story was not only lacking, but down right stupid. I never got into multiplayer because I don't have the time to train myself to compete with a bunch of 5th graders who spend 40 hours a week playing the game.



This all leads me to Black Ops, as with all 1st person shooters the campaign is short, yet good. The action is intense and the overall gaming is fun. What made the campaign even more fun was that I felt fully drawn into the game due to the compelling story. I actually wanted to check out zombies but I could not draw myself away from the campaign in order to check it out. The story was that good; I wanted to find out what happens. I'm not going into detail what the story is about because you probably already read that somewhere else. As far as the graphics, I thought they looked sharp. The scenery was not as sharp as MW2 because their seemed to be a haze in the air everywhere I went but it was still looking good. My favorite part was in Vietnam they started playing rock music from the time of the Vietnam War, which made it fill even more authentic.



As far as zombies go, it's fun to shoot zombies every now and then when I have a few free minutes so it's a nice add-on bonus.



Bottom line, if you are a lone wolf player like me, this is definitely the game for you. If you are a strictly on-line player, read someone else's review. Call of Duty: Black Ops

***UPDATE*** After having spent substantial time with Black Ops, I stand by my initial impressions. The overall balancing has proven to be exceptional as there is no single "money" class to exploit or be forced to use in tough games. The maps are fun, weapons and upgrade system a blast and all of the customization available makes the game really enjoyable.



There is a big negative. As mentioned in my original review - connection is a serious issue. Lag, framerate drops, freezes...pretty much any connection problem you can think of applies. Patch 1.04 is on the way from Treyarch to address some of these issues, but connection certainly mars what is an otherwise great online experience.



***END UPDATE***



I'm about 42 hours into the game. I would consider myself a hardcore-console gamer (if there is such thing). I logged 25+ days on MW2 and have spent time with BFBC2, Killzone2 and pretty much every other game that involves shooting other people in the face - online. The review is aimed at people who may have been turned off after MW2.



Campaign mode - I wouldn't know cause I don't play it. I hear it takes 6 hours, so probably just a rental if that's all you're interested in.



Online



* The fixes - noob toobing, commando, stoping power, one man army, boosting, tactical insertions, stacking killstreaks, explosive radius nerfed - ALL GONE. If that means anything to you, then you already love this game.



*The Mechanics - best in the console market. Period. The guns are NOT all the same. No more UMP45 across the map kills. It also requires more hits to get a kill. This is good and bad - see connections below.



*Graphics/Sound - The maps look phenominal, but the player models are mediocre. The music ambient sound effects are great, but I'm not impressed with the sounds of the guns.



*The Maps - my first impression is that they are amazing...BUT... and this is one big but - they are not sniper friendly. I'm not a sniper, so I don't care, but I have some friends that already hate the game becuase the wide open lanes in MW2 are non-existant. There are varied levels, tunnels, etc. - but camping just seems much more difficult.



*Connection - still P2P, no dedicated servers, and that sucks. Ultimately, regardless of skill level, connection will be the deciding factor in your enjoyment of the online game (also why I give it four stars)



*Wager Games - also known as online crack. Being able to wager your money (which is required to purchase the items you've unlocked and their attachements - it's not automatic anymore) is like playing poker online. There are multiple game types, all very new and add a whole seperate dimesnion to online shooters. Definately the best innovation for FPS's in a long time.



*Split Screen - for all online modes is awesome. I have 2 PS3's in the house and can accomodate 4 players with them in an online match. It's about time that option was available.



Overall, this is a must buy if you are a COD fan. If you were turned off by MW2 - which many were, and rightfully so, at least give it a try. The Zombie mode, Training mode and wager matches are a blast and give everyone a shot at having a good time - not just experts and 12yr old, foul mouthed racists.'

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This version of Photoshop Extended CS5 was perfectly simple to have validated with my student ID. I was worried that I wouldn't be able to get it to work if something went wrong with the validation process, but you just have to enter the name of your school (several drop-down lists to navigate)and your student email address. Therefore, if you haven't gotten your email address yet (finished your class registration process), you'll have to wait until you are registered and have the student ID before you can start using your software. Unless maybe you are already a student. I'm only taking just this class, so until I was fully registered, I didn't have my student email address.

It arrived sooner than expected too! Adobe Photoshop Extended CS5 Student & Teacher Edition

An earlier reviewer said that this is a 64-Bit version. He is wrong. I purchased Photoshop directly from Adobe as he did. They only make one version for Windows and it runs on both Windows 32-bit and 64-bit operating systems. I have this same Photoshop CS5 (Academic Version) installed on both Vista 32-bit and Windows 7 64-bit computers and both run beautifully.



I also recently purchased the Student and Teacher Editions (academic versions) of Adobe Dreamweaver CS5 and Acrobat X Professional here on Amazon.



The following might be some helpful information:



Adobe has 30-day trial versions on most of their software.



For anyone intending on purchasing academic software from Adobe, I suggest they first try out the 30-day trial version, and then if still interested, sign up for an Adobe account. It makes things much easier during the verification stage by having your account already set up.



The entire verification process is very easy and it helps to have your scanned ID or any additional paperwork ready ahead of time. I received all three activation serial numbers in less than 24 hours. Adobe says that it could take up to two business days for verification.



Adobe allows you to install and activate your purchased software onto two computers. I have the above-mentioned software installed and activated on two computers on a home network. I am able to 'run' Dreamweaver, Photoshop or Acrobat on both computers at the same time without any licensing problems.



To install and activate your Adobe software on a third computer, you must first 'de-activate' the software on one of the other two computers. Make sure if you ever throw out or give away an old computer, that you first de-activate the Adobe software. Otherwise, you will lose one of your two activations.



After installing and activating, you can then register your software and receive a free gift from Adobe. The gifts vary for each software title. Some of the gifts are AdobeTextPro Font, Photoshop plugins, discounts on Adobe software and 30-day access to training videos on either Lynda.com or CreativeEdge.com. Lynda.com has an amazing amount of training videos. You may want to check out these two websites before registering so you have time to evaluate them.



Concerning future upgrades of Adobe academic software, here is a quote from Adobe's website:



"Upgrades don't have special education pricing. However, you can purchase upgrades for educational products at the regular upgrade prices from any Authorized Education Reseller."



So according to Adobe, you can upgrade your academic software for their standard (non-academic) software if or when you no longer have student or teacher status. That is a really good deal! Many software companies won't allow you to upgrade academic software.



If you are not a student or teacher and you want to purchase academic software, you may want to consider signing up for an interesting class at your local community college. You could then get your student ID and your student status. You don't need to be a full-time student and you don't need to be seeking a degree. Maybe you can find a convenient on-line class. You can then go to a website like JourneyEd and be eligible to purchase all kinds of academic software and hardware.



Also, Microsoft has a program called DreamSpark that allows students to download full-versions of their software for free. You need to first sign up for a Windows Live ID and then sign in and get verified on the Microsoft DreamSpark website. Microsoft uses your college-issued '.edu' email address for verification. During the verification process Microsoft sends an activation email to your .edu email address. You must log in to your .edu email account and click on an activation link within the activation email. My verification didn't go very smoothly as my college had blacklisted Microsoft's mail servers and wouldn't allow me to receive the activation email from DreamSpark. I was eventually verified 'manually' by Microsoft tech support. I had to email them a copy of my scanned school ID and a copy of my class schedule.



After you are verified, Microsoft will verify your student status once a year. You can download all of the software that they have available on their DreamSpark.com website. There are no time limits on the software. You can continue to use their software after your student status expires. After being recently verified, I downloaded the full version of MS Visual Studio 2010 Professional, another very expensive program that was completely free.



With that valuable student ID, you really can save many hundreds of dollars on academic software, hardware and training! - Professional Design - Photo Editing - Student - Photography'

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This cable works great between my Panasonic DMP-BD35-K Panasonic Blu-ray player and Panasonic HD projector.



In my research I had read that there may be problems when running long HDMI cables. I had also read that the issues depended on the devices connected at the two ends. Previously I was using a component-video cable between the two.



The end result of switching to the HDMI connection is just eye-popping. Upconverted DVD's look almost as good as Blu-ray disks.



The connectors hook up comfortably and snug in the HDMI sockets. The cable also survived some harsh tugging as I pulled it through the wall and ceiling on its way to the projector which is mounted on the ceiling. Link Depot HDMI to HDMI Cable (25 feet)

I was a little bit worried when I bought these HDMI cables. They are 25 feet long and were only like $12 each. I bought 4 of them to run some wires to the TV over the fireplace. I was worried about any sort of quality loss due to the length, but was pleasantly surprised when I got them all hooked up. The blu-ray looks great, just as it did with the shorter 6 foot cable I used to use, and the Xbox 360, and PS3 both look fantastic as well. For the price you can't beat these cables!

I ordered the second cable before I unpacked the first, in whose sheath there were some small punctures. Fortunately, the second cable was free of damage and works fine. (The first cable transmits the signal but little white dots of noise show up in the otherwise good picture.) I contacted the seller about the damaged cable in the first order and got no response, which is why I have to give 2 stars. The one cable that wasn't a dud works fine getting HD signal from my FIOS DVR to my Samsung 1080p TV and also works getting HD signal from my Samsung Blu-ray player to the same TV. The good news is that the price of these cables is so cheap that I can afford to order another one risking it not working instead of buying some fancy cable. By the way, anyone who is shopping around for HDMI cables, just ask an electrical engineer who will tell you that HDMI quality is not important because of the error correction in the signal, etc.

A perfect solution to a small challenge!



We needed a cable to connect a laptop to a living-room flat-screen television. Hmm.



A nationwide office supply chain wanted $29.99 for a 6-foot HDMI-to-HDMI cable and $39.99 for a 12-foot version. Ha!



This is a 25-foot cable, and I could have bought two of them with money left over for what the 12-foot "O.D." version would have cost!



This cable is extremely flexible, which makes it easy to fit around various obstacles. The length doesn't seem to degrade the signal from the laptop to the television. And any of us can sit virtually anywhere in the living room and use the computer while the output displays on the flat-screen.



A spiffy solution to what could have been an expensive alternative.



Recommended without reservation! Buy two or more and stock up!

Went to Best Buy for a Blu-ray player & cable. Of course, they insisted that I need the Monster $200 cable to go 25 feet with Blu-ray. I was skeptical, so came home, with the $200 cable and did my research. Some mixed messages out there, but many say it's not needed. Saw this for $12 and figured, what the heck, I'll give it a try. Works perfectly with blu-ray player over 25 feet. $12 vs. $200 potential mistake.

I used this cable to connect my LG BD-370 Blu-Ray player to my LG 50PS11 plasma TV. I ran it through a wall, into the basement, and back up into my AV closet--quite a few turns with apparently no breakage. I also compared it to the 6ft cable that came with the Blu-Ray player and saw no difference in picture quality. No dropouts, no spots, no pixelization. Seems to work just as well as any other cable, so I've ordered another one.

I've had good luck with Amazon's storefront vendors on other inexpensive HDMI cables at 2 meters. I bought this 25' cable to connect to my new laptop's HDMI port. It immediately disabled my TV's connectivity with remote controls and broadcast a mediocre picture with no sound. At $10 it's not worth sending back. I'll probably eat the loss and buy something a little more upscale. - Hdmi Cables - Hdmi - 1080p - 25 Feet'

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Audio Technica - mic, lapel mic

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The Audio Technica ATR-3350 Lavalier Omnidirectional Condenser Microphone appears to be a nearly identical replacement lavalier mic from the recently discontinued Audio-Technica ATR-35S Lavalier Microphone.



Reading some blog advice about video podcasting and playing around a bit with making YouTube videos, "sound" in video is usually the part that makes video quality bad. So I was looking for a reasonably price lapel mic to use. The ATR-3350 is quite inexpensive considering that you can easily spend $200 for a professional model lapel mic.



If you read some of the "1" (hate it) reviews from the ATR-35S, they pretty much all related to "low volume issues". You may see some similar reviews here as time goes on. Plugging the ATR-3350 directly into my Dell laptop PC mic in or camera mic in, I also thought the volume is not high enough. However, plugging it into my video camera, it sounded great. Just the right volume. Not too loud or soft.



I went to the support site for ATR and asked my question on volume on my laptop PC mic in. Support on the ATR site was good. I got a quick response back on my question about volume on my laptop. The advice was "Look for MIC Boost in the Advanced Controls for microphone in the Volume Control window of Voice recording under the Voice tab of the Sounds and Audio Devices Properties of Windows to boost the level of a microphone. (Windows XP example given.)".



I'm giving it "5" for the product considering value for the price and the support I got. I'm sure the quality does not get anywhere near professional mics with XLR inputs. Those mics are in a different class. Certainly not in this price range.



Be careful if you have a rolling chair and use this mic near your PC. The cord is thin and probably easy to make the mic "nonfunctional" if you were to roll over the cable with all your weight pinching the thin cord under a wheel. Audio-Technica ATR-3350 Lavalier Omnidirectional Condenser Microphone

Purchased this mic in order to do interviews and video presentations and it has been excellent. Have a professional Shure wireless set up as well, but have found this to be an great alternative when I need to move quickly. It allows me to use my Sony HD handycam with a minimum of additional equipment and allows for a fast set up. Have used the mic for approximately 10 hours and the battery has not yet run out. Be sure to purchase additional button batteries when you purchase this, though. They always run out right when you don't have them on hand. L-45 batteries are really inexpensive. I purchased 50 for under $10 here on Amazon. Would definitely recommend this mic as a primary or backup mic for any prosumer set up where the subject isn't going to be moving around (interviews, training, etc.)

The Audio-Technica ATR-35S lavaliere microphone is a higher than average quality microphone. The benefits of the microphone are that the small microphone can clip onto a shirt, or tie with the provided clip. The battery compartment and on/off switch has an additional clip on it to attach to your belt, or pant waist.



The overall sound quality for the microphone is astounding considering the price, averaging at about $25, often times less. The material used to fabricate the microphone feels sturdy, and that it will last. Overall I'm extremely happy with the quality of the sound, and the microphone itself. The 20 foot cord helps when you are walking around a room, with the recorder set on a table. Granted, just be sure not to walk too far, as to not pull the recorder off the table. However, I do have a few minor complaints.



When I use this microphone with my voice recorder, I always feed the microphone through my shirt, and have my recorder in my pocket. When feeding 20 feet of cord through your shirt, it often times will get tangled, and will feel uncomfortable under your shirt. What I normally do with the extra cord is tie it off with a piece of Velcro. That way, you only have to feed a small bundle of cord through your shirt, rather than 20 feet of loose cord.



The last compliant I have is a major one, and there really isn't anything that can be done to fix it. On the battery compartment, there is no way of knowing how much battery life is left, or if it's even still working. There's only an on and off switch, that's it. Not a red light when it's on or a battery indicator. If you begin recording, you need to be sure you will have enough of a battery life to complete the recording.



There are two options to help with this, but not solve it. Either always start each session with a new battery, or record in short sessions. The battery required are the small flat batteries, used in watches, laser pointers, etc, and are inexpensive. What I recommend is to replace the battery after a day of sessions. The second option is that after each session, listen back, and make sure everything was recorded. When doing this, it's best to record shorter sessions, in case you should happen to lose anything due to the battery dying.



This is a major hassle though having to do this. I would much rather have a battery light indicator and not have to deal with this. Highly recommend that when you are looking for a microphone, either find one that doesn't require batteries, or, one that has a battery indicator. For this product, I give 3 out 5 stars. 3 stars for the sound quality, and taking of 2 for the battery issues.

I have already tested this mic out and it is perfect for my needs. I am using it with my Kodak Zi8. I use it in retail locations and at trade shows and this mic is great! It offers great sound, the long cord is very handy, good battery life and is so small and easy to stow that it just adds to the ease of use. I haven't found anything not to like about this mic. For the buyer who complained about the audio level using his Kodak Zi8... adjust the mic volume level on the settings menu of your camera before you record. Clear sound, long cord, great price. I found this mic through a blog and was happy to give him a hit by using his link. See what he has to say about it too as his test was what originally warmed me up to the idea of purchasing. [...] - Microphone - Lapel Mic - Mic - Audio Technica'

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I just purchased one of these units at a local merchant and so far so good! I just wanted something cheap and simple to upgrade my factory stereo. I wanted bluetooth but there are too many head units that have horrible bluetooth capabilities so I decided to go without (I may add the extra unit later on this one).



This unit is equipped with a 7 band EQ as well as a subwoofer level control, both are MUST haves in my book. So far after one day I am very pleased with the sound quality! Crisp Highs and zero distortion that I can hear. I have been out of the car audio game for about 10 years now so I was clueless going in and for $125 I wasn't expecting much but I must say I am pleasantly suprised! I still have my factory Dodge speakers in and also added a 12" Orion Sub/Amp in the trunk. The menu's can be a bit tricky but after only one day (2 hours) I think I have them down pat. If you're looking for something simple for an up-grade to your existing factory tunes I would definitely recommend this unit. A Kenwood deck with similar features goes for almost $100 more and I can't see that there would be that much of a difference in sound and I'm not looking to enter any sound competitions anytime soon. Bottom line: if you are looking for an upgrade from the factory head unit (junk) installed by the manufacturer..for the price, this head unit is a steal! JVC KD-HDR40 CD Receiver with Built-In HD Radio Tuner, Front AUX Input, and Bluetooth/Satellite Radio add-on capability

This is my first replacement radio experience and I did a lot of research to replace the stereo in my 1998 Subaru Impreza. I wanted something that had HD and a simple AUX input for my iPod. The JVC KD-HDR40 fit perfectly into the dash using the existing factory sleeve. Because it was my first self install, the only thing that took A LOT of time was building the new wire harness. If I had to do it again, I would zip through that process but the first time was a challenge for me. I used a replacement harness that was specifically designed to be spliced between the new stereo and the factory wires and after that part was finished it went in easy. The HD signal locks in very fast with virtually no lag and while the controls are not intuitive, they can be figured out fairly easily. The instructions are not as clear as I would like but I was able to get my favorite stations preset after some trial and error. Then I discovered that the presets can be surfed just by clicking the up and down arrows right next to the fast forward and reverse buttons. Not too bad although it would be nice to have dedicated preset buttons. Not a con BUT the display is super bright at night. Even on the lower setting it drowns out my AC/Heater control lights. I do like the large knob that controls volume and the selections inside the menu but it worries me that the plastic material might snap off over time. Overall, Great sound through the factory speakers, decent controls and HD at a fair price. I recommend!

I have been listening to my crappy old factory Dodge ram 1500 truck stereo system for the past 8 years thinking Oh! it dont sound so bad, (Man was I wrong!) One night I was on the Amazon web site and noticed they had many car receivers for under $100 bucks so I figured what the heck! I will go ahead and purchase one, I did some research / read a few reviews and decided on the JVC KD-HDR40

I purchased the installation kit with wiring harness/antenna adapter custom made my truck for around $22, (this made the install much easier.) I had the old head unit out and the new one hooked up in less than 30 minutes, I also purchased a set of Rockford Fosgte P1S652 Punch 6.5 speakers to replace the old factory paper cone 6 x 9's in the doors and a couple of JBL GTO series 5.25" for the rear.

What a difference! Receiver reception and cd playback is crystal clear and crisp with great mid range bass, Signal reception is much better than factory, I love the 7 band equalizer, Aux/Ipod input,remote control and the built in HD receiver,I cant believe how much better the HD stations sound over the non-HD.

Some reviewers have complained that the KD-HDR series receivers are difficult to program and should have preset station buttons. Personally this hasnt been a major issue with me, within 10 minutes I was able to program my presets and all other settings.

Presets buttons probably would have been nice to have but the remote makes changing between stations a breeze.

All in all the JVC KD-HDR40 is a very solid head unit and I would highly recommend it to anyone.

For this price you can't beat this HD set. Radio tuning works perfectly and mp3 CDs start up quickly unlike some other units. The equalizer presets sound great, I haven't needed to make any custom presets. Not having the typical 6 buttons for station presets hasn't been a problem. You simply use the up and down buttons to move through the radio stations.

Some minor annoyances are that the clock doesn't show when unit is off. Also all settings are lost when the battery is disconnected. And radio stations are displayed only by their call letters not station numbers, but most units out there do this. But all in all this is a nice HD radio. - Cd Player - Ipod - Hd Radio - Car Audio'

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