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The Samsung MR-00EA1 Media Live Digital Media Extender is a multimedia streamer/player designed to work specifically with 2008 Samsung HDTVs only (series 4, 26" and up; series 5 and higher). It utilizes an HDMI-CEC port to deliver high-quality 1080p content to your Samsung HDTV directly from your PC. Not only does the MR-00EA1 connect to PCs via a conventional RJ-45 Ethernet port, but it also boasts an integrated 802.11a/b/g/n wireless receiver for tagging onto your wireless network. Once fully setup, the MR-00EA1 can transmit music, pictures, and streaming videos, as well as record off-air and cable TV programs for later viewing on your home PC (optional tuner card required). The only drawback to this unit is that it not compatible with Windows XP (Vista Home Premium or Ultimate REQUIRED) or Macintosh. The Samsung MR-00EA1 retails for $199.99 and comes with a 1 year limited warranty.
MSRP $299.99
Release date January, 2008
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Features
- HD Multimedia Streamer/Player
- Works only with 2008 Samsung HDTVs
- HDMI-CEC Port for 1080p Streaming
- Ethernet & Wi-Fi Connectivity
- Music/Video Playback
- Picture Viewing
- Vista Home Premium or Ultimate Edition w/Windows Media Center REQUIRED
- 1 Year Limited Warranty
Specifications
- Music Playback: WMV,MP3, A3 file streaming from PC
- Video Playback: WMV,MPEG2,MPEG 4, H-264 file streaming from PC
- Photo Playback: JPEG file streaming from PC
- PC Connectivity: IEEE 802.11a/b/g/n, RJ-45 Ethernet
- Size: 6.1"(W) x 4.9"(H) x 1.2"(D)
- Net Weight: .88lbs.
Included in Box
- MediaLive, Digital Media Extender
- HDMI Cable
- Power Supply
- Back of TV Mounting Bracket (VESA compatible)
- CinemaNow Coupon (2 free movie rentals)
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Samsung MR-00EA1
• Samsung MR-00EA1 MediaLive Digital Media Adapter
• Samsung Media Live Digital Media Extender
UPC: 036725228481
EAN: 036725228481
MPN: MR-00EA1
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Pros
- Full HD Output
- Easy to setup
- Plays watchable Youtube content
- Connects to your flickr account
- Plays content from attached USB hard disk
Cons
- You have to install Crapware to get the streaming things going
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Pros
- First HD Slingbox to stream in HD to your PC
- Can be used in conjunction with SlingCatcher
- 60 minutes of video buffer for pausing, recording, rewinding live TV
Cons
- Not true HD when used with SlingCatcher
- No WiFi connectivity
- No HDMI inputs or outputs
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Pros
- outputs 1080i high definition
- high speed wireless and wired network connections
- upgradeable firmware over the Internet
- includes HDMI cable
- affordable price
- silent operation
Cons
- not compatible with Windows XP
- remote uses watch batteries
- slow interface
- not full 1080p
- designed specifically for Samsung TVs
- less functional than an Xbox 360 or dedicated media PC
- limited format support
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This product is also known as:
MR, 00, EA, 1, MR00, 00EA, EA1, MR00EA, 00EA1, MR00EA1
