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Archive for September, 2008
NASA Ames To Host Girls, Astronaut at Sally Ride Science Festival
First Venus Express public data release
22, Sep 2008Data from the VMC, SPICAV-SOIR, VIRTIS and MAG instruments on Venus Express have been delivered to the ESA Planetary System Archive and are now freely available to interested users.
The demotion of Pluto sparked considerable public controversy. Numerous planetary scientists and astronomers protested the IAU’s definition as not useful, while numerous other planetary scientists and astronomers supported the outcome.
- In: Space & Spacecraft
- Tags: evolution, lockheed, nasa, not-useful, occurred-over, pluto, spacecraft, supported-the-outcome
How windy is it on Venus? Venus Express answers
19, Sep 2008It is well known that winds on Venus are extremely fast and powerful. Now, ESA’s Venus Express has, for the first time, put together a 3-D picture of the venusian winds for an entire planetary hemisphere.
Kenwood DNX7100 DVD Player + Navigation
12, Sep 2008Kenwood’s DNX7100 navigation receiver packs the double-sized dash opening in your vehicle with movies and music, along with turn-by-turn directions from its onboard navigation system. The DivX-compatible DVD player and 6.95″ touchscreen bring your movies to life when you’re parked, and a dynamic user interface makes scrolling through menus simple and intuitive when you’re on the go. Kenwood DNX-7100 Screen This advanced All-in-One navigation/monitor/DVD receiver includes GPS navigation with Garmin technology, DVD and CD playback, and features the industry-leading iPod Video USB Direct Control. Kenwood DNX 7100 Box Add the KCA-iP300 cable, and search your iPod Video or Nano content quickly with convenient touch screen control! Optional functions include Bluetooth and Satellite Radio. Kenwood DNX7100 Specifications: 6.95” Wide TFT Active Matrix Display Touchscreen Control With Advanced Graphic User Interface Exclusive Reverse Tilt Mechanism GPS Navigation System Canada/USA Mapping SD Card Upgradeable 50WX4 MOFSET Playback Formats: DVD Video, DVD-R/RW, DVD+R/RW, DivX, MPEG1, MPEG2, JPEG, CD, CD-R/RW, MP3, WMA, AAC USB Direct Control: For thumb drives, portable USB mass storage players and iPod Video or Nano Multi-Task Browser Wallpaper Customize: Add Up To 3 Personal *JPEG Images Using Your USB Thumb Drive High-Pass Crossover: Front & Rear Speakers Low-Pass Crossover: Subwoofer Subwoofer Control 3-Band Parametric Equalizer 3 RCA Preouts 2V 1 x AV Input, 1 x AV Output Dedicated Rear Camera Input 2 External Switch Bluetooth Hands-Free Ready: KCA-BT100 Sirius Satellite Ready: SIR-KEN1 HD Radio Ready: KTC-HR100TR TV Tuner Ready: KTC-V300N CD Changer Ready Remote Control The internal-memory navigation works faster than systems based on DVDs, so you’ll get prompt directions and speedy rerouting when you’re forced off course. Kenwood DNX-7100 DVD/GPS System Voice guidance includes street names, so you can keep your eyes on the road instead of having to scan for your next turn. Add an optional XM tuner and service for real-time traffic and weather information. The GPS is very good. Had a couple of Street Pilots before and they can’t compare. It aquires satelites almost immediately (even in the garage), has a huge display and so far has been more accurate than expected. I noticed some occational drift when sitting still, but the unit zeros this out very quickly. Speed display seems to be exact with the speedometer and it’s nice how the unit lowers the stereo sound when a direction prompt is made. The iPod interface is great. Recognizes 80GB Classic very fast and displays all the song information. Sound is amazing even through stock speakers and the DVD looks awesome. On all review sites that have this unit, people complain about the interface. I’d just like to say that I never looked at the manual and feel I mastered all of the units features right out of the box. The interface, although not as intuitive as my iPhone, is VERY easy. Anyone should be able to work this thing with no problem. More details: Kenwoodusa.com Related Posts: Pioneer AVIC-X3 In-Dash GPS & Entertainment System Pioneer AVIC Z2 Navigation System Panasonic CN-GP50U NEW! Strada Portable Mobile Navigation System Kenwood DDX6019 DVD Player with 6.95″ screen GPS Tracking Of A Teenagers Car, No More Guessing
- In: Car Audio & Electronics
- Tags: bmw, car audio, cars-beginning, entertainment, gps, images, ipod, now-porting, personal, roadtunes, strada-portable, tracking, usa, vfd
NASA New Horizons Mission to Pluto: ‘Brain Transplant’ Successful as Checkout Continues
12, Sep 2008The first major order of business in New Horizons’ second annual checkout was accomplished as planned, as operators uploaded an upgraded version of the software that runs the spacecraft’s Command and Data Handling system.
Pioneer AVIC-X3 In-Dash GPS & Entertainment System
12, Sep 2008The Pioneer AVIC-X3 utilizes multiple sensor to get you pinpoint directions; not only it relies on a sensitive GPS receiver , but it also uses a 3D gyroscope as well as your cars speed sensor. This will definitely be of great use in tunnels or big cities where most buildings are high rise and block clear view of the sky. Pioneer Avic X3 GPS Other features of Pioneer AVIC X3 are traffic message channel compatibility, 1.5 million points of interest, and a dual-zone entertainment and communications system which lets the passengers in the back enjoy a DVD while you use it for navigation in the front. Pioneer Avic-X3 Pioneer AVIC-X3 Specifications: Main Features Pioneer AVIC-X3 Memory Navigation Yes Map Type DVD ROM Navigation Coverage 26 European Countries Points of Interest (POI) 1.5 million Touch Screen Operation Yes Screen Size 7-inch (motorised) Bluetooth Optional Customisable Key and Display Illumination Yes Multi-Sensor Navigation Yes TMC Traffic Info Receiver Yes Plays CD-R/RW, DVD Video, DVD-R/-RW, DivX, MP3, WMA, AAC Dual Zone Entertainment Yes Radio Yes Voice Guidance Yes Installation Type 1DIN, In-Dash Anti-Theft Protection Yes Removable Front Panel Yes Dimensions 1-DIN Navigation Features Pioneer AVIC-X3 Voice Guidance Languages 10 languages supported: English, German, French, Italian, Dutch / Flemish , Spanish, Danish, Swedish, Norwegian, Portuguese Menu Languages 10 languages supported: English, German, French, Italian, Dutch / Flemish , Spanish, Danish, Swedish, Norwegian, Portuguese iPod Compatibility Pioneer AVIC-X3 Battery charging Yes, from Generations April 2003 – August 2007 List browsing Yes, from Generations April 2003 – August 2007 Music playback Yes, from Generations April 2003 – August 2007 Video playback On iPod Video, generation October 2005 Expandability Pioneer AVIC-X3 RCA AV Input Yes RCA AV Rear Output Yes RCA Pre-Outs Yes IP-Bus Control Yes iPod Control Yes, with optional iPod cable CD-I200 USB Control Yes, with optional CD-UB100 adapter Portable Device Connectivity Yes, with optional CD-RM10 cable Bluetooth Telephony Yes, with optional CD-BTB200 adapter Reverse Camera Input Yes, for the optional ND-BC2 cameras Audio Pioneer AVIC-X3 MOSFET 50 W x 4 Amplifier Yes Equaliser Yes General Pioneer AVIC-X3 Wired Remote Control Ready Yes Cellular Telephone Auto Muting Yes Of course AVIC-X3 also has support various media files such as MP3, WMA, AAC, and DivX. You can also easily hook up your iPod too using an optional cable. Pioneer Avic X3 in-dash GPS There are other input options too; so you can even hook up camcorders and gaming consoles. Oh, Pioneer AVIC-X3 is also bluetooth enabled so you can control your phone hands free are use it to stream music. More details: pioneer.co.uk Related Posts: Kenwood DNX7100 DVD Player + Navigation Pioneer AVIC Z2 Navigation System Panasonic CN-GP50U NEW! Strada Portable Mobile Navigation System Sony XAV-W1 In-dash DVD/CD/MP3 Receiver How To Choose Speakers That Are Right For Your Car
- In: Car Audio & Electronics
- Tags: features, gps, guide, harman-kardon, ln740, pioneer-avic, strada-portable, traffic, video
Laptop Car Adapter for Compaq Evo N115
12, Sep 2008High quality Laptop Car Adapters for your Compaq Evo N115. Meets or exceeds original manufacturer specifications for Compaq Evo N115 Auto/Air Combo Adapters. Compaq Evo Car Adapter High performance, lightweight replacement for your Compaq Evo N115 Auto Adapter. Adapter Features: Output short circuit protection! Safety current limiting! UnderVoltage & OverVoltage protection! Internal temperature limit cut-off circuitry! Automatic Reset after cut-off conditions return to normal Compatible Laptop Models: Compaq Evo: N105, N115, N160 and Compaq Evo N180. Compaq Prosignia:150 series notebook. Compaq Presario: 1000, Compaq Presario 1200 , 1456, 1600, 1700, Compaq Presario 1800 , 2940, 6000 series. Compaq Evo and Presario Combo Car Adapter Adapter Specifications: Voltage Provided: 16 Volts Power Cord: Included Max Out: 3.75 A Power Provided: 60 Watts Manufacturer: HP/Compaq Buy Car Adapter for Compaq Evo & Presario at LaptopPartsWorld.com Related Posts: IBM/Lenovo ThinkPad 72W Slim Car Adapter Dell 310-6557 Auto Power Adapter