RCA LYRA RD900W Wireless System

The LYRA Wireless is targeted at consumers who want to enjoy the vast collection of digital audio files stored on their PC on a home stereo system. It uses Thomson’s proprietary Digital Sound Mix technology to transmit 900mHz signals at near CD-quality up to a range of 100 feet.

The RD900W integrates with MusicMatch software, enabling users to create playlists and organize their library of digital music files using ID3 tag song data to display artist, album, song title and genre; and Internet audio files can be played directly from a website.

The transmitter connects to the PC via a USB connection. The receiver plugs into the home stereo system via a standard RCA audio jack.

Available now, at a suggested retail price of $99 (US).

Thomson's RCA LYRA Wireless transmits audio at near CD-quality up to a range of 100 feet, via 900mhz signals

The RCA LYRA Wireless system includes a radio frequency (RF) remote control, which can be operated from anywhere in the house, that enables the user to adjust volume, skip songs, or choose between sources of music on the PC (such as MP3 files, CDs, or Internet radio) even when the PC is in another room. The universal remote control can also operate most features of RCA audio and video products.

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Onkyo NC-500 Net-Tune Ethernet Client (Receiver)

Break free of computer rooms and portable digital players with Onkyo's Net-Tune Ethernet 'stereo receiver' technology

Onkyo is positioning its Net-TuneĀ® technology as an easy-to-use home audio network that delivers audio from PCs and digital media files to hi-fi stereo and home theater systems. Net-Tune is available as a compact ‘stereo receiver’ component, the NC-500, priced at $400 (US) by itself, or $500 (US) in a compact stand-alone package with speakers. Net-Tune capability is also provided on the Onkyo TX-NR900, its full-featured 7.1-channel home theater A/V receiver ($1,500 US).

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GlobalTuner InTune 200 Internet Radio

UK-based PDT developed this affordable device that allows you to listen to PC-based audio anywhere in your home

Unlike expensive broadband solutions, the InTune 200 is wireless and portable. It does not require a hard-wired network connection. You can listen to the Web radio, MP3 files, or other PC-based music of your choice, in the location of your choice, with a range of up to 300 ft.

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Energy Connoisseur C-C3 Reference Center Channel Speaker

Energy adds a new multi-purpose L/C/R model to the Connoisseur Series for installers

Energy’s new C-C3 is a three way design with dual 2″ midrange drivers in a custom array, allowing either vertical or horizontal placement. The speaker has been designed with custom installation in mind, to serve as either a reference center channel, or in a L/C/R arrangement in the front three channels, with accompanying Connoisseur Series rear channel products and a subwoofer of choice.

Available in February 2003, suggested retail $600 (US) each, in either Black Ash or Canadian Maple/Silver.

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Athena Technologies AS-P300 & AS-P400 Compact Powered Subwoofers

Athena says its new Audition Series active subs are among the easiest to set up on today's market

The award winning AS-P400 active subwoofer has already enjoyed success on the market, and athena Technologiesā„¢ is building on that success by adding a smaller companion model, the AS-P300. The new sub will be a 100 watt RMS (400 watt peak) platform with an 8″ injection molded woofer design. The solid MDF enclosure features a stylish silver front and black ash vinyl finish. Features include high level and low level inputs, front mounted controls, auto-on / auto-off system, and front venting for flexible room placement options.

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