Electronics : Tripp Lite SMART1000LCD 1000VA UPS Smart Pro Rack/Tower Digital LCD Line-Interactive 8 outlets |
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Rating: - * Gets very hot and died after one year ... Unit seemed to function alright for about 6 months, then it would shut off and back on every few days (which is NOT good for an LCD bulb). This UPS has a problem generating too much heat which is probably why it stopped working completely just after a year. I cannot recommend this UPS. Tripp-Lite needs to improve their quality control. Rating: - * Good unit but questionable longevity ... I purchased this UPS based on my previous experience with TrippLite, having had a TrippLite Internet Office 700VA unit for several years. The battery on that unit finally died (which happens to all UPS batteries eventually), and I decided to buy a reasonably powerful UPS for my main computer system at home. I was attracted by the line interactivity, the high power rating, and the LCD readout of the SMART1000LCD, and I was also reassured by the TrippLite name based on my previous experience. While the unit worked reliably for about 18 months, the LCD screen suddenly died and is now completely blank. The unit, while working properly, did even out fairly frequent power fluctuations. It does still periodically kick on on power spikes or dips, but I can no longer see the details of power available, voltage, etc. I have subsequently done some research on this unit and found numerous reports with the same problem of a dead LCD. Regrettably, I cannot recommend this unit or any other TrippLite with an LCD until there is reliable evidence that they have corrected the problems which resulted in this part failing somewhat consistently. My replacement for TrippLite will be an APC. Rating: - * does what it says ... works well and has saved my PC more then once. these are a must have IMO. Rating: - * runs a bit too hot ... The power consumption measured by a power meter shows 15 watts at idle, which is while not 100 like others noted, but is still a bit too high considering that it does absolutely nothing at idle. This alone will consume $70 worth of electricity in 5 years, not mentioning the additional $100 in AC costs required to get the additional heat out of the room. Rating: - * Excellent Price and Performance ... I use this UPS to support two of my GNU/Linux Servers, and it works very very well. The digital LCD looks very nice and convenient. The alarm behaviour when brownouts and blackouts come, is okey.. because we need to know when the electrical supply fails..! Another excellent manufacturer feature is its software support for Multiplatform Operating Systems like Unix/Linux and other OS's The computer hardware manufacturers must be follow the Tripplite example. Build software interfaces for your equipment that works with the next dominant Server and Desktop Operating System: GNU/Linux, FreeBSD and other Unixes.. I am computer science engineer and I know what this means. I'll going to buy another one again. |


![]() The nüvi 360 comes with hands-free bluetooth wireles technology. See side view. |
![]() Browse your stored pictures with an easy-to-use JPEG viewer. |
![]() The device sports a handy MP3 player, letting you play songs stored on SD memory cards. |
In addition, you can easily look-up and dial numbers from your personalized phone book or from your phone's call history log. Don't know the phone number for your destination? Simply find and dial it from nüvi's database of more than six million points of interest -- including hotels, restaurants, stores, and attractions.
Navigation and Entertainment with Ease
For starters, the nüvi 360 includes a high-sensitivity integrated GPS receiver that offers exceptional performance and reception. The unit's flip-up antenna includes an MCX-type connector for optional external GPS antenna connection. Preloaded software features maps of Europe or North America, and it includes automatic routing, 2D or 3D map perspective, turn-by-turn voice directions that speak street names, and a fingertip touch screen interface -- making navigation as easy as it gets.
But navigation is just the beginning. Like the nüvi 350, the nüvi 360 also includes many entertainment and travel tools including an MP3 player, audio book player, JPEG picture viewer, travel alarm, and currency converters.
The nüvi 360 features a bright, 2.8 x 2.1-inch TFT display with white backlight for easy readability. At 3.87 x 2.91 x 0.87-inches (WxHxD) and just 5.1 ounces, the unit is small enough to be placed on the dashboard with the included suction mount, or into your pocket for easy transportability. The unit also features Garmin Lock -- an advanced anti-theft feature that disables the unit from performing any functions until you type in a specific four-digit PIN or take the unit to a predetermined location. A built-in lithium ion battery will give you up to eight hours of power, and an included 12/24 volt adapter cable will let you run the navigator off your vehicle's power. An AC battery charger is also included.
A built-in Travel Kit that includes sample MP3s and audio books will get you started with entertainment, and with the unit's SD memory card expansion slot you can add optional software, such as language and travel guides. A USB port is also included for loading and updating data.
What's in the Box
Gamin nüvi 360, Preloaded City Navigator NT North America or Europe (full coverage), vehicle suction cup mount, AC charger, 12/24 volt adapter cable, dashboard disk, USB interface cable, carrying case, owner's manual, and quick reference guide.

![]() This pocket sized personal travel assistant has a super bright, sunlight-readable color screen. See side view. |
![]() Easy control via the simple touch screen. |
![]() Weather reporting available with bright, colorful graphics. |
Speaking of keeping you safe, the nüvi 680 lets you make hands-free calls so you can talk freely during your worry-free driving. By integrating Bluetooth wireless technology with a built-in microphone and speaker, you can pair your nüvi with any compatible Bluetooth phone and talk hands-free while staying focused on the road. You no longer have to fumble with your phone's handset to answer a call or dial a number, just tap the 680's screen and you're instantly connected. And with 1-touch dialing for your POIs, you can quickly and conveniently call ahead to make reservations or get needed information.
![]() Simply insert a memory card to enjoy pictures, songs, and audiobooks. |
![]() You can also use the mini-USB port for tranferring files directly to the memory card. |
In additional to all this functionality, the nüvi 680 includes many must-have entertainment and travel tools such as an MP3 player, an audio book player (subscription to Audible.com required), and a JPEG picture viewer so you can take your favorite music and pictures with you wherever you go. This unit also features a world travel clock with time zones, a currency converter, a measurement converter, and a calculator so that wherever you travel it will be easy to know what you are getting and keep track of your costs. The MP3 player lets you browse music by artist, album, and/or song, while the optional audio books may be purchased from Audible.com which features over 70,000 hours of audio programs. What's more, the nüvi 680 allows further customization via optional software such as a travel guide, savings programs and language translation on plug-and-play SD cards for all your travel needs.
The Garmin nüvi 680 comes with a built-in, high-sensitivity, WAAS-enabled GPS receiver, and lets you view and operate it via its bright, LCD TFT touch-screen, wide-screen display that measures 4.3 inches (diagonal) and has a resolution of 480 x 272 pixels with 64,000 colors and a white backlight. As a whole, the nüvi 680 measures 4.9 x 2.9 x 0.9 inches (W x H x D), and weighs only 6.2 ounces for easy portability. This unit provides you with from three to seven hours of battery life (depending on use) via its rechargeable lithium-ion battery, and comes with Garmin Lock, which is an anti-theft feature to protect your investment. While you can add software via the SD card slot, the Garmin nüvi 680 also lets you interface via high-speed USB for loading data, though users should note that, like most USB mass storage devices, this unit is not compatible with Windows 95, Windows 98 or Windows Me.
![]() The nüvi 680 comes ready to go right out of the box with preloaded City Navigator NT street maps, including a hefty points of interest (POIs) database with hotels, restaurants, fuel stops, ATMs, and more. |

