A radar/laser detector is a passive electronic device used by drivers of all types of motor vehicles (see RESTRCTIONS heading below). Only Doppler radar-based devices which utilize the Doppler effect for measuring velocity can be detected. Most of today’s radar/laser detectors can detect signals across a variety of wavelength bands — X, K, Ka, and Ku (Europe).

RADAR/LASER GUNS
Most law enforcement agencies have access to two types of electronic transmitting devices to capture the speed of your vehicle — radar guns and laser guns — with radar being the most common.

Cobra 14-Band Radar/Laser Detector (Model No: XRS9445)

Radar is simply a microwave radio signal and at a distance of 1,000 feet, a radar beam shot from a police radar gun is approximately 85-feet wide. Under normal conditions, radar can penetrate plastic, glass, cardboard, and even your body! Radar’s weakness is penetrating metals, including some types of window tinting that has metalized layers.

Laser is a light beam and is only 18 inches wide at 500 feet. Because the beam is so narrow, the beam can be affected by virtually anything placed between the laser gun and the detector.

SAFETY & RADAR DETECTION
The main use of radar detectors by motorists since their inception is to determine if vehicle speed is being monitored by law enforcement agencies via a radar unit. A second, possibly even more important usage is the early detection and warning of high-speed emergency vehicles (e.g., police, fire, EMS).

In addition to emergency vehicles, transmitters have also been installed in road construction and Department of Transportation vehicles. This incredible feature also extends to alerting the driver to railroad crossings and stationary roadside hazard locations. Used in municipalities in all 50 states, the FFC-approved Safety Alert® system by Cobra Electronics has resulted in a marked reduction of accidents and increased roadway safety.

RESTRICTIONS: Types of Vehicles
U.S. federal law prohibits the operation of radar detectors in all commercial vehicles over 10,000 pounds. In some states — such as Alabama, Ohio, and Tennessee — use of radar detection device is prohibited in all commercial vehicles, regardless of the weight. Also of note, is that the operation of radar detectors is illegal on all U.S. military base, regardless is they are legal in that state.

MOUNTING
All radar/laser detectors include some form of mounting hardware (e.g., bracket and suction cups) to place the detector in one of two different locations: windshield or dashboard. Some detectors can be mounted in either location or even affixed to a sun visor.

The location of your detector equates to communication visibility between your detector and the radar/laser gun. This means that anything between your detector and the signal can cause false readings or no reading at all, even if a signal is present. Because each detector can vary, follow the mounting instructions in your owner’s manual for optimum performance.

CITY/HIGHWAY MODES
Depending on the type of driving conditions you’re encountering, most radar/laser detectors have the option to select specific operating modes: city or highway. This drastically reduces the frequency of falsing in densely populated urban areas. The “City Mode” dampens weaker and broken signals consistent with frequent false alarms. The “Highway Mode” is best used for freeway or other open-road driving and is set for increased sensitivity and will provide the maximum warning for higher-speed driving conditions.

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hhgregg proudly carries the Cobra line of radar detectors.

The home office is no longer relegated to a dark corner of the basement or an eye sore in the living room. With more companies opting to allow employees to work from home, it’s time to turn your corner desk into a corner office with a view. Whether you’re using your home office for managing the family finances, telecommuting for a part-time or full-time employer, or you are the CEO of a home-based business, there are some basic necessities required to ensure your success.

For the average work-from-home setup, equipment can range from a laptop with Wi-Fi to hardware you’d find in a regular office: PC, copier, fax machine, shipping area, and maybe even a second desk for additional employees.

While having employees work from home might help your employer’s bottom line, there’s no reason for you to take the financial hit on your end. Doing some research and using a little forethought can help find the right solution in setting up your home office so that if functions just like the ones on Main Street—and on a reasonable budget. Let’s take a closer look at some of the options you have for creating your own “Home Office, LLC.”

Cell Phone & Business Line
Ensure you have two distinct telephone systems: cell phone and a hard-wired business line. Reserve your cell phone for employees (if any), close business contacts, and for use during travelling. A business phone on your desk looks more professional, will take your messages while you’re away, and will prevent your cell phone from interrupting an important client meeting.

Some phone systems, such as the Panasonic KXTH1212, allow your cell phone to communicate with your home business phone.

Computer/Laptop
There are so many different options when choosing a computer for your home office today. So until your business is well of the ground, the first choice for a computer should be a laptop so you can take your entire business with you—everywhere. Since you are serving as janitor and president, your information should be where you are at all times.

A great starter laptop that can double as your PC is the Acer Aspire Laptop PC. The 15.6” screen is large enough for your home office duties but small enough to be a great travel partner. Not only does it ship with Windows 7, it has a 320GB hard drive to store all your important records.

Acer Aspire Laptop (Model No: AS5534-1121)

Print/Fax/Copy
As much as computers have reduced paper records and information, there are times when you need it on paper. This is where a multi-function printer comes in handy, one that can print, fax, scan, and copy. An all-in-one unit will save you space, time, and money—exactly what you home-based business needs.

The Lexmark X6650 is the perfect 4-in1 office mate. It can print contracts, fax bids and estimates, scan proposals, and copy accounts receivable checks.

Lexmark All-in-One Printer (Model No: X6650)

Repurposed Items
Although it might be exciting to have every single item in your home office all shiny and new, look for items that you can repurpose, at least temporarily. Even small items, such as scissors, a 3-hole punch, or filing baskets can be reused until you can afford the matching set at your local office supply store. Also looking for chairs, desks, or tables in your home that can easily provide months of service before needing replaced.

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If you’ve ever stood at the baggage claim area at an airport and said to yourself, “I hope my suitcase make it OK,” then you know the importance of quality luggage. That zippered, strapped, and buckled suitcase holds your trip’s valuables, some of which can’t be replaced.

Atlantic 29″ Graphite Lite2 Suitcase (Model No: 336086902)

If you do notice damage, you should present your luggage and claim checks to the airline’s baggage office immediately. Most airlines have a short time limit for declaring damages although some allow as much as 24–48 hours to file a claim. This is good news for those times you don’t notice damage until you’re unpacking at home or just checked into your hotel. Normal Wear & Tear You might be surprised what airlines consider normal “wear and tear.” Basically, minor cuts/tears and a soiled exterior are considered “normal” and you will not receive compensation or replacement. Other items not covered by most airlines are anything that protrudes from the luggage itself. Wheels Straps Handles Zippers Pockets Name Tags The best protection you can afford your luggage is to purchase a quality product in the first place. Here are some items to look for when shopping for luggage. Frame & Construction Similar to the home you live in, luggage needs a rigid frame to protect its contents and have a long life. Luggage frames can be constructed from any combination of the following types of materials: Fiberglass Wood Aluminum Molded Plastic Components Frames provide inner strength, but must be lightweight. You don’t want your suitcase to weigh a ton even before getting packed. If you’re not sure of the frame’s materials, they are often listed on the luggage tag.

Zippers
After deciding on a frame, take a closer look at the zippers. They should be tough and run both directions very smoothly, and have large zipper pull tabs that are easy to work with. Zippers that are double-stitched (stitched on both sides) are usually very sturdy. Also look for zippers that have been sewn to tapes because they can take a large amount of pressure, and they can be fixed if they pop open.

Carrying Handle
The construction of the carrying handle just might be the most overlooked feature of luggage. That’s because you won’t know how comfortable the handle is until your suitcase is loaded to the hilt! Pick up the empty piece of luggage and take note of the handle’s comfort and the amount of padding on the underside.

Travelpro Crew7 Deluxe Tote (Model No: 407080301)

Wheels
If the wheels on your luggage don’t roll properly, it might be more difficult to transport your suitcase than just using the carrying handle. Inline skate style wheels work best but some luggage uses caster-type wheels that can turn 360-degrees while still rolling. This helps in turning as inline skate wheels are fixed and only roll forwards and backwards.

Some totes are equipped with only two wheels that are assisted with a telescoping handle. To use this feature, raise the handle, lean the luggage towards you, and then start walking. When the handle is collapsed, there is another handle which is comparable to the size and sturdiness of a suitcase handle to transport your luggage or to lift it into the overhead compartment for your flight home.

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hhgregg proudly carries the Atlantic and Travelpro lines of luggage.

The convenience of shopping at hhgregg.com has many benefits. Customers can shop outside of normal store hours and do their research even before visiting one of our retail locations. Some of our customers will print the features of the item that interests them which can help immensely when narrowing down your needs and wants even before talking it over with a sales associate.

The first thing to understand when shopping at hhgregg.com is that not everything you see online can be shipping to your home. For example, some items require delivery or in-store pickup. There are four methods available for making your purchases at hhgregg.com:

In-Store Purchase Only:  For this type of purchase, the item displayed on hhgregg.com is for informational purposes only (meaning the entire transaction must be completed inside an hhgregg store). For example, if you click See Details located in the bottom right-hand corner of the screen, you will see a message on the details screen informing you that the purchase must be made inside an hhgregg retail store.

In-Store Pickup: For this type of purchase, the payment process will be completed online but you must pick up your item(s) at the store. Look for the green circle and the word Pickup (see photo) if you’re interested in picking up your item(s) at the retail store nearest to you.

One advantage of picking up your purchase from one of our retail locations is that you avoid paying delivery or shipping charges. During the online order process, you’ll be given the option to pick up your purchase from one of our retail store locations. All online purchases will be made available for pickup within 72 hours of your online purchase.

When placing an online order that required you to pick the item up at one of our retail locations, make sure you bring the following items with you:

• Online sales receipt
• Photo ID
• Credit Card (the one used to make your online purchase)

The name on the photo ID must match the name on the purchasing credit card. To ensure the security of your online purchases, only the person who made the purchase may pick up the merchandise. At the time of pickup, if the item(s) are offered at a lower price in the store, we will automatically credit the difference to your credit card.

Delivery:  Some of the items in our inventory are eligible for delivery: refrigerators, washers & dryers, HDTVs, etc. Look for the green circle and the word Delivery (see photo) if you’re interested in having your item(s) delivered. hhgregg’s home delivery is limited to ZIP codes located around our retail locations or distribution centers. If you purchase a deliverable item online, a customer service professional will contact you within 24 hours to arrange delivery.

Online Purchase:  This method if for your item(s) being shipped via UPS to an address (no P.O. boxes). Look for the green circle and the word Shipping (see photo) if you’re interested in having your item(s) delivered to a private or business address. Some items are eligible for reduced or free shipping. Look for the words “Free Shipping” located near the price of the item.

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