Currys UK Electrical Store

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Currys are one of the UK's biggest electrical retailers with a massive chain of  Currys stores throughout the UK and an excellent Currys electrical superstore web site that makes your electrical shopping easy.

Currys electrical superstore are very well known throughout the UK for providing top quality goods at affordable prices and some of Currys electrical superstore offers are second to none (if you can get them in time). For everything electrical, give Currys a try, you will not be disappointed.

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AV Socket at Currys.
Ideal for those who want to use the TV to connect to a games console or a camcorder. currys electrical superstore

Accurate Viewfinder - Cameras at Currys.
Because you view through the lens viewfinder what you see is exactly what you will get in your picture. currys electrical superstore

Anti-shock technology - Personal CD Players at Currys.
Anti-shock technology lets you listen to digital quality music on the move without the music missing a beat. A specified number of seconds of the music is memorised in advance by the CD player so that it can compensate for any skips in reading the CD. currys electrical superstore

Aperture/Shutter Priority - Cameras at Currys.
Semi-manual mode allows you to add your own creativity to an image by adjusting either the shutter speed or the aperture size manually. The camera will automatically optimise the other setting. This gives greater control and flexability than automatic mode, but is easier to use than fully manual mode. currys electrical superstore

Bluetooth at Currys.
Bluetooth is the latest in low power radio technology to connect two electronic devices, without the need for cables. This can be achieved up to 10 metres apart without the need for those devices to be in line of sight, as they would have to be with infra-red. currys electrical superstore

Built-in Flash - Cameras at Currys.
A built-in flash enables you to use the camera in varying light conditions. Many flashes also reduce the "red eye" effect. currys electrical superstore

CD at Currys.
Compact Disc currys electrical superstore

CD Radio Cassettes at Currys.
CD Radio Cassettes allow you to play your favourite music almost anywhere - whether it's on Compact Disc, cassette or radio. They also enable you to create your own cassette compilations recorded from CD for your personal use. currys electrical superstore

Camcorder at Currys.
A portable video recorder - can be digital (uses memory cards) or analogue (uses conventional video tape - usually in a smaller cartridge) currys electrical superstore

Capacity Cu ft at Currys.
Microwave ovens - the internal capacity of the oven in cubic feet. currys electrical superstore

Card Readers - Cameras at Currys.
Plug into your PC and insert memory card for quick and easy download of images from memory card to PC.

Cinema Quality Sound - DVDs at Currys.
DVDs can give earth shaking digital surround sound playback that's unbelievable. Digital sound can be separated into discrete channels, making full cinema surround sound, with stereo sound from your rear speakers, possible in your living room. currys electrical superstore

Crystal Clear Picture - DVDs at Currys.
DVDs have 540 lines of resolution, which makes a crisper, sharper image than VHS, which rely on around 240. currys electrical superstore

DAB at Currys.
Digital Audio Broadcasting: Along with the revolution in digital TV comes the revolution in digital radio. Although still in its infancy, digital radio will end hissing, sweeping and those annoying warbling noises on weak signals or between stations. The level of signal needed to achieve a perfect signal on digital radio is far lower so you can achieve greater audio clarity more of the time. currys electrical superstore

DS Screen - Laptops at Currys.
A Dual Scan Screen is divided into simultaneously refreshed sections giving fast refresh rate. Offers low power consumption, but inferior sharpness & brightness. currys electrical superstore

DVB - Digital Video Broadcasting at Currys.
This is the transmission standard for digital television, a DVB digital tuner delivers a crystal clear picture, superb audio performance and interactive services in addition to the extra channels available. In a few years current analogue transmissions will cease and a digital tuner will be required. DVB, future proof TV. currys electrical superstore

DVD at Currys.
Digital Versatile Disk. The most widely known DVD format is currently DVD-Video, the digital version of VHS, and designed for storing full-length movies on a single disc similar in size to a CD.
DVD can give earth shaking digital surround sound playback that's unbelievable and has 540 lines of resolution, which makes a crisper, sharper image than VHS, which relies on around 240. currys electrical superstore

Data card at Currys.
Some digital mobile phones can be connected to a notebook computer to send and receive data and fax messages over a mobile phone network. Not all phones can do this. Even those that can normally require a data card to connect them to a computer. A few of the latest phones have the necessary electronics built in and require a cheap cable for the link. currys electrical superstore

Digital TV .
Digital TV offers digital quality picture and sound:
More channels to enjoy - and the numbers growing all the time
Interactive services - e-mail while you watch your favourite programmes and there are interactive games
No installation - subscribe today and you could be watching digital TV tonight - and its all through your existing aerial currys electrical superstore

Digital Theatre System (DTS)
Alternative system of encoding six-channel digital surround sound, used in some cinemas and on some DVD discs. currys electrical superstore

Digital Tuner
Radios with digital tuners can tune into stations automatically, so you don't have to. Many digital tuners also allow you to preset stations, so you can select your favorite station at the press of a button, just like a TV set. (Note: radios with digital tuners are different to DAB Digital Radios - see DAB jargon buster for more information)' currys superstore

Digital Zoom
Enlargement of a selected area of the image using digital technology. currys superstore

Dolby Digital
Dolby Digital brings cinema sound to your home. Sound is divided into 5 channels, 3 at the front (including one centre channel) and 2 at the rear to completely surround you with sound. You also get a sub-woofer to fill the room with bass.

Dolby Pro Logic
Dolby Pro Logic takes Nicam Stereo Sound & adds 3 extra speakers to create a true Cinema at Home Sound System. Virtual surround sound creates a surround sound effect using your TV's stereo speakers. currys superstore

Dolby Pro Logic Surround
Dolby Pro Logic surround sound uses 5 speakers to recreate the sound used in the cinema. 2 speakers for the front left and right sound, 2 speakers for the rear left and right sound and a fifth central speaker for any dialogue. currys superstore

Fastext at Currys.
Use the coloured buttons on your remote control for easy instant access to Teletext pages.

Fixed Focus/Autofocus - Cameras at Currys.
Basic camera models are fixed focus which is fine for general shots but compact cameras with autofocus produce sharper images automatically, as they currys superstore measure the distance between the camera and the subject.

Flatscreen at Currys.
currys superstore Flatscreen improves picure definition and minimises screen reflection. From wherever you sit in the room the picture will not be distorted unlike ordinary screens.

Four Heads - Video Recorders at Currys.
A four head video gives perfect freeze frame and long play playback. All Nicam stereo videos have at least 4 heads.

GPRS (general packet radio service) at Currys.
GPRS is a packet-based data transfer technology that provides increased capacity and higher data rates for quick access to the mobile internet. The so-called 2.5g technology promises data rates up to 114,000 bps. currys superstore

Handsfree at Currys.
Usually related to an accessory for a mobile phone, which enables you to use an earpiece to connect to and use your phone. currys superstore

Hard Disk Drive at Currys.
Essentially, this is your computer's memory. The hard disk usually contains the computer's system software and applications.

Image Stabiliser - Camcorders at Currys.
Reduces camcorder shake and is especially useful when using the zoom. currys superstore

Inputting Device - Handheld PCs at Currys.
Most palmtop computers and many handhelds have a touch sensitive screen which can recognise your handwriting or run on-screen keyboards. Others have a conventional keyboard or use a combination of both.

Interpolation - Cameras at Currys.
In-built software used to enhance image output quality. currys superstore

LCD Screen - Digital Cameras at Currys.
The cameras Liquid Crystal Display screen can be used as a viewfinder as well as to immediately review your images.

Lens Quality SLR at Currys.
These camera lenses are of a very high quality which produce a professional result. Plus, because lenses are interchangeable, you can switch between different focal lengths to create a range of effects - a telephoto lens magnifies a distant subject, and a wide angled lens allows you to get more into the photograph. currys superstore

MP3 at Currys.
MP3 is the latest thing in the world of digital music technology. Simply put, MP3 is a file format that allows sounds to be compressed and stored digitally. Because of this, music can be downloaded from the internet onto a PC much more quickly than would otherwise be the case. The compression process works mainly by removing noise that is outside the range of human hearing so loss of quality is minimised.

MPEG at Currys.
Stands for 'Moving Picture Experts Group'. MPEG is a computer file format (usually digital video and audio files) which reduces the space needed to store the information. currys superstore

Micro Hi-Fi Systems at Currys.
Micro Systems are defined by their amazingly compact size, so are ideal for places where space is at a premium, like most kitchens and bedrooms. The best micros give a large and punchy sound and can come very well equipped with features such as remote control, a graphic equaliser, a single CD player, and of course, a pair of speakers. They often come as one single unit and are quick and simple to set up and use making it great for every member of the family. Many come with a built in timer and clock, so are ideal for the bedroom, replacing the need for a radio alarm clock.

Mini Disc at Currys.
MiniDisc is a high quality digital alternative to tape; an amazingly versatile medium that offers advanced editing functions including move, divide and combine. MiniDiscs can be re-recorded over 1 million times currys superstore

Modem at Currys.
Modem stands for Modulator-Demodulator. It is a device for transforming a digital signal from your PC into an analogue signal which can travel down a normal telephone line. A modem at the other end reconverts this signal back to digital. Having a modem in your laptop computer allows you take advantage of email and the Internet via a compatible mobile phone or telephone line. Most laptops are internet ready with built-in modems.

Motion Picture Recording at Currys.
Allows you to record a clip of moving image directly onto the memory card to review, download to PC or e-mail.

Nicam Stereo at Currys.
Nicam is the transmission system for the reception of Hi-Fi sound on your TV or Video. currys superstore

Optical Zoom at Currys.
Image magnification without the loss of optical quality.

Picture Effects - Digital Cameras
Add your own effects to your images such as Black and White, Sepia and Borders.

Picture Quality
Most convential TV's are 50hz. A 100hz TV scans the picture twice as fast, making the picture more steady, clearer and sharper making watching TV much more easier on the eye.

Pixel Resolution - Digital Cameras at Currys.
Image quality is determined by the pixel resolution. The higher the pixel resolution (shown in millions), the better the quality of the image.

Plug & Play at Currys.
Plug & Play will detect and automatically update your system files when adding new hardware to your PC. currys superstore

Programmed AE Modes - Camcorders at Currys.
Set modes for different situations (eg sport), your camcorder will then focus automatically for best results.

Red Eye Reduction - Cameras at Currys.
This feature reduces the very annoying 'red eyes' effect that can ruin a special photograph.

Region Code - DVD at Currys.
Playback management system making discs specific to a particular region. The UK is within region code 2, so only region 2 or region-free discs will play on UK DVD players.

Remote Control at Currys.
Operate your TV form the comfort of you sofa.

Removable Memory - Digital Cameras at Currys.
Record and store digital still images on a removable memory card, then download to a PC via card reader or cable. currys superstore

SCART Socket at Currys.
A Scart connector is a 21 pin electrical lead that connects one audio-visual product with another (e.g. a television and a video recorder). Essential when linking stereo video and stereo TV.

SD RAM/RAM .
Synchronous Dynamic Random Access Memory increases the number of instructions a computer can perform at any one time. For example, the more ram you have, the more applications can be run at the same time.

SLR at Currys.
Single Lens Reflex Cameras use a single lens for both viewfinding and image capture. A prism diverts the image coming through the lens from the viewfinder to the film at the instant the shutter is depressed. SLRs give ultimate picture quality, with total creative control. currys superstore

Still Shot Facility
Take still images and store on camcorder tape or removable memory card.

Storage
All PCs have a Hard Drive that can store software, files and images. The higher the capacity of the Hard Drive, the more filing space you have. Hard Drive capacity is measured in Gigabytes (Gb).

TFT (Thin Film Transistor)
A very thin, bright, colour pc screen as used on laptops for superb resolution, crispness, sharpness and brightness, with minimum size and weight.

Twin Tuners - Video Recorders .
Twin tuners allow you to watch one channel and record another - eg you can now watch football on BBC, while you record Coronation Street on ITV.

USB (Universal Serial Bus)
USB is a form of HOT PLUG AND PLAY, the system allows you to add or remove peripherals via the USB socket/s, without the need to turn off or restart your PC.

USB - Digital Cameras
Ultra fast, plug and play download of your images from camera to PC. currys superstore

Videoplus
Recording system which greatly simplifies the process of programming a video recorder to record a particular TV show, by entering codes found in most TV guides instead of entering start time,start date,end time and end date.

Wattage / Watts
Wattage / Watts refers to an amount of electrical power. The higher the wattage, the more power a product consumes.

Widescreen TV
Widescreen TVs are the ideal choice for the digital revolution. With screens of similar shape to a cinema screen, you'll watch films just as the director intended. The widescreen format is being increasingly adopted by TV programme makers too, and with many digital broadcasts showing in widescreen, these TVs are the format for the future.

Zoom Lens - Cameras
A zoom lens lets you get close in on the action without moving at all. The longer the zoom, e.g. 38-140mm, the closer you get.

Zoom Microphone - Camcorders at Currys.
Picks up sound from a subject you are zooming in on

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