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- Stream video, photos and music wirelessly to your TV
- Play all your videos from the PC and the Internet, including DivX HD videos up to 720p
- Access online services with your remote control without leaving the couch
- Add a personal touch with DivX Connected plug-ins for gaming and infotainment services
- Includes free DivX software to convert videos to DivX (worth $19.99)
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Product Description:
DivX Connected finally makes HD on your TV a reality with high-quality DivX video playback up to 720p HD. Use included HDMI output for the best quality on your HDTV, or use S-video, component or composite cables for your standard TV.Leverage your PC power and enjoy fast, smooth, stutter-free video, music and photo playback in a rich, remote-controlled TV interface, and add functionality with a quick update to the DivX Connected PC software. The DSM-330's only function is to stream media to your TV, making it infinitely scalable with add-on services and plug-ins.Installation includes a wizard to guide you through connecting the DSM-330 to your network and TV, and setting up and scanning your media. This product comes with DivX Connected PC software, a simple tool to convert videos to DivX, plus all necessary cables and connectors.Add the DSM-330 to your wired or wireless home network and access media from all your PCs, hard drives and online. Get music, photos and video using 802.11b/g or Ethernet connections and enjoy the high-quality media experience in your home theater. | | | | |
Average Rating : 
Rating :  - Still Needs Work
The D-Link DSM 330 loaded with DivX Connected software is a media manager that connects your digital files (music, video, photos & online content) with your television. DivX Connected bridges the gap between desktop and home entertainment center, however, the lack of comprehensive codec support, limited online content and heavy price tag for the DSM-330 are areas where these products could be improved. DivX has a head start with its simple start up and intuitive UI, and I wouldn't be surprised if this product gets a major facelift in the near future.
Strengths
· Fast server software setup
· Fast device setup
· Third-party plug-in support (e.g. Last.FM, flickr)
· Nice visuals, able to change theme easily
· Wi-Fi connectivity
· HDMI & digital optical outputs
Weaknesses
· Limited codec and format support (no AAC, GIF, etc)
· No playlisting ability
· Software only available for Windows XP/Vista, no Mac
· Limited online service support at launch
· Choppy video performance on systems with less than 1GB of memory
· No internal storage
· Slow to load thumbnails for photos
· Slow media file scanning
· No shuffle within overall music folder
· Music navigation lists songs in alphabetical order, not track order
· Non-RF remote (IR)
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