RCA/MSN TV 2 Internet and Media Player

Average customer rating: 3.0

for photos nikon 5200 with memory card/scandisc card reader
Good for browsing
whats all the fuss?
superior internet experience
PIECE OF SHHHHHHHHHHIT

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RCA/MSN TV 2 Internet and Media Player

Manufacturer: MSN TV
Product Group: CE
Binding: Electronics
ASIN: B0002Y67UG

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Amazon.com Product Description

The MSN TV 2 Internet and Media Player lets you access the Web or digital media on a PC right from your TV and the comfort of your living room, bedroom, or kitchen. Whether you're listening to MP3s, viewing movie trailers, or watching video streams of concerts, news, or other programming, MSN TV 2 consolidates all your home entertainment in a space of your choosing.<P> <table align="center" width="350" cellpadding="5"> <tr> <td> <img border="1" img src="http://images.amazon.com/images/G/01/electronics/detail-page/msnmail.jpg" border=0 align=top>
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<b>Access and view rich Internet content on your big-screen TV.</b> </font></td></tr></table> Now you'll be able to create digital photo slideshows and set the mood with music from MP3s or commercial-free Internet radio. Enjoy videos, music, and photos saved on your PC through your TV or home entertainment system. You can also access Web sites, send and receive e-mail, and chat with others.<P> When used with a television offering picture-in-picture, MSN TV 2 even lets you keep a Web browser window open while you watch TV. Imagine being able to look up player stats while watching the big game or hunt for additional perspectives while watching news commentators. The supplied remote control operates the MSN TV 2 set-top box in addition to most televisions.<P> <table align="center" width="350" cellpadding="5"> <tr> <td> <img border="1" img src="http://images.amazon.com/images/G/01/electronics/detail-page/msnwelcome.jpg" border=0 align=top>
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<b>Read and respond to e-mail right on your TV using MSN TV 2's wireless keyboard.</b> </font></td></tr></table> MSN TV 2 is a perfect addition to your home broadband network and works great as a primary e-mail and Internet access point if you're using a dialup account over a regular phone line. The system includes a wireless keyboard and remote control (all batteries included). A subscription to MSN TV is required; see details below. <P> <b>What's in the Box</b>
The MSN TV 2 set-top box, a wireless keyboard, a remote control, keyboard and remote batteries, an installation CD-ROM, a 6-foot audio/video interconnect, a user's manual, a quick-start guide, an AC/DC power adapter (for the set-top box), a registration card, and warranty information.<P> Note: Use of this hardware requires a subscription to MSN TV Service or MSN TV Broadband Service. Use is subject to acceptance of the terms of service upon registration. MSN TV dialup services are available as a local call in most areas. In some areas, long-distance toll charges may apply. To check local access, call (866) GO-MSNTV. Windows Media Player features and commercial-free Internet radio requires a broadband home network and a subscription to MSN TV Broadband Service. MSN TV 2 only supports Windows Media-compatible music and video.</span>

Product Description

<b>Includes: wireless keyboard & remote (w/ batteries), 6 ft. A/V cable, 25 ft. phone cord, phone line T-splitter, power supply, & user guides.</b> RCA MSN TV 2 Internet & Media Player - Get comfortable in your favorite chair or on the couch, because with MSN TV 2 you can e-mail, surf the web, stream Windows Media audio & video files, view digital pictures, and instant message family & friends right on your TV! You even have the option of connecting to a phone line for dial-up service, or using Ethernet or WiFi to utilize your existing broadband Internet connection. Built-in v.92 56k Fax Modem & RJ11 Port Built-in 10/100 Ethernet Port RCA A/V Composite Output S-Video Output Supported Image Formats - JPEG, GIF, BMP, & PNG Supported Media Players - Windows Media Player for TV (RealPlayer & QuickTime content are NOT supported) Web browser utilizes Internet Explorer 6.0 technology Unit Dimensions - 11.75 (w) x 9 (d) x 2.375 (h) Unit Weight - 4.45 lbs.

Customer Reviews:

for photos nikon 5200 with memory card/scandisc card reader.......2007-06-05

those 2 items...are all you need for photos

Good for browsing.......2007-05-21

this works great. i haven't had problems like others clam to have. the only reason i don't need it anymore is i use aim more then msn. since this unit doesnt accept downloads aim and yahoo cant be added. i ended up getting windows xp full version since my ME crashed. its not a bad product. it gets 4 stars only cuz you cant download or update things like flash. if you dont want to spend a ton of money for a 2nd or 3rd computer for only $9.95/month (assuming you have high speed already) its a good alternative. thats what i used it for. 1 more important thing. there are a couple usb ports on the back. you can hook up a usb mouse to it if you like to click on things rather then use the remote.

whats all the fuss?.......2007-05-19

I have had the new msntv2 since it came out, yes it was frustrating a little at first and I hated losing the pip and the scrapbook, but I dont understand people saying the things it wont do. I write email everyday on it, I cut copy paste without a mouse, perhaps some of these people just need a little more patience, give up my msntv2 NO WAAAAY. The main reason I like it is that I do not speak "computereeze" and so I dont have anything to compare it to, I did start out in the 80's with a Commodore 64 but thats another story. I started on webtv in '98 with the original classic and have progressed from there to the msntv2, of which I am on my 2nd one in 4 years but the nice thing is whenever I do have to change units, I have everything saved and appearing on the new unit and I can buy these new units at discounted prices thru amazon or ebay. I AM VERY HAPPY WITH MY MSNTV2.

superior internet experience.......2007-05-16

i have had a webtv classic in my life for years and also a PC , so i have been on every level of the internet food chain from dial up to cable broadband. This item is not nearly as bad as people (usually disgruntled webtv old school diehards) say,
The main quality of this is that is is now in highspeed, dial up webtv was just no good anymore and the way the net is you need broadband. This msn tv 2 also needs no firewall (which is what slows down and protects pc's) so i find that it is faster on the net than a 2005 era loaded computer , computers need way to much pampering and security to use the net, this thing is basically just plug and play.
it does have some small shortcomings to nitpick about , but overall the speed and power and price point make this an excellent buy. no regrets at all in buying this to replace a webtv classic at all.

PIECE OF SHHHHHHHHHHIT.......2007-05-10

You wudda thunk after all this time- they'd get it right. NO SIR!Unless you can get an old unit (a WEBTV PLUS) - stay away from this and save yourself a lot of aggravation.

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