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    Anyone know if Theta is working on a CasaNova II (or a CasaNova upgrade)?

    DanR... Go to AV Science Forum and 'search' THETA... There is a major thread there with all the THETA upgrade information (hundreds of comments from THETA owners, who are all up to date with the THETA upgrades). Ron AZ
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    Older "high end" pre pro's Still Viable option?

    Dan DRC.... I have had the Lexicon DC-1 (ver #4) for about 10 years and I am using Rotel amps, RUNCO VX1000C HD PJ and Mirage speakers in a dedicated theater and it is wonderful watching movies. The Lexicon has been wonderful and I have never had one problem. I would recommend you look at...
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    "A" or "B" What does it mean?

    I have always understood "A" as brand new, never opened and "B" as opened or was sent back to company and mfg checked everything over and are now saying it is fine. Also, be aware that some manufacturers will not honor warranty if the item was purchased on E-Bay (make sure you read the fine...
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    RX-Z9 or Rotel seperates?

    Mindy_C.... last week, while in Minneapolis, I went and auditioned the THETA CASABLANCA III, THETA MULTI-CHANNEL AMP and THETA DVD player..(cost between $25-$30 thousand), and I heard sounds I have never heard before (I have auditioned both the Z9 and Denon AVR 5805). I have a Lexicon...
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    RX-Z9 or Rotel seperates?

    Mindy... My wife and I auditioned the Yamaha Z9 ($5000) and the Denon AVR 5805 ($6000) side by side last weekend. Both are very good and we would like to have either one. We currently use a Lexicon processor with Rotel amps. Both of the AVR's listed above will do a wonderful job for you...
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    Upgrading the soundsystem!

    Tommie... I believe you are in the same situation as many of us are, in wanting to upgrade our systems to the best it can be within a certain comfortable price range. I have heard a lot of positive comments about the Outlaw 990 and their new 7125 amp. Outlaw is saying if you order a...
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    Well I am finally starting my HT room

    Steve... great job documenting the progress of your HT. I can see in many of the pictures you left the recliner in the room....based upon all the hard work your doing, I believe I would be using it a lot...Keep up the great work and good luck with your HT.... Ron AZ....
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    Anyone have a Runco 1000ci DLP Front DLP Projector?

    Scott... We have the Runco VX1000C for over a year and a half and love the picture it produces. We have no zero problems with the Runco. Ron AZ
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    Runco 1000c bulb burn out

    Ronnie Rose... We have had a RUNCO VX1000C for a year and a half and have had no bulb problem, still have the orginal. The picture is still bright. Ron Rose.. Arizona
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    Wynona Ryder in court 10/28/2002

    There are a lot more interesting cases that the media should be covering.... It all comes down to MARKETING so they can up their rates for ADVERTIZEMENTS... I can live very happily not knowing all the issues around her stealing a bra and panties. MEDIA.... go investigate and report on...
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    "Southwest will charge large fliers extra fare" - What is your opinion?

    I am large, 5'9" 285, and I fly at least 2-4 flights per week and I find the seats are adequate at best for large people. Being a frequent flyer my airlines upgrades me to first class 90% of the time. The're are so many opinions offered already in this thread, some good, some with insight and...
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    How do you convert the HT-challenged spouse?

    :angry: ...you can hold your breath, until she buys you one... :b ...you can tell her how much you enjoy watching 'chick-flics'... :D ...hide money until you have enough...then just buy it all..that way you are only screemed at once. :frowning: ...put a 36" X 48" picture of your...
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    Must buy from auth. dlr?

    Quality & Service is long remembered, long after price is forgotten... I believe the old saying is so true....'buyer beware'... It is like dealing with a used / new car salesperson or real estate person, try and get them to help after the sale is final... you'll be lucky if they even...
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    $80,000 to spend on audio equipment SUGGESTIONS PLEASE

    wouldn't we all like an $80,000 budget ... you cannot just write checks to the tune of $80,000 and expect your have an awesome HT. You have to do your 'homework'. Your in Palos Verde, drive down the I-405 to Lake Forest exit, just south of the Irvine Spectrum (I-405 & I-5 junction)... go to...
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    Anyone ever build a Cobra kit car?

    I had a 1965 427SC Shelby AC Cobra (kit). I had done a lot of research and had a local man in Phoenix build mine. It was built as close to the original as possible. I would recommend you contact the SHELBY COBRA club and find out where their local meets are and attend those (that is where you...
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