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  1. MarkHughes

    DVD Review HTF REVIEW: The Simpsons Season Six

    OK... its been more than a month... anyone get the new box that wants to lose the old one? As I said, my puppy ate mine (along with my Tarzan collectors edition disc... damn! why does he always get the good stuff... couldn't have eaten my Ishtar!?!) anyway, anyone got the old box they want to...
  2. MarkHughes

    DVD Review HTF REVIEW: The Simpsons Season Six

    Since I got my set from FOX for review, I dont have a proof of purchase and since my new dog (9 month old puppy) decided he liked the taste of homer's head, I now have no packaging.... anyone who is going to simply discard their Homer head and wouldnt mind sending it my way, please e-mail me...
  3. MarkHughes

    DVD Review HTF REVIEW: The Simpsons Season Six

    I think the box will do well with the average Joe buying the set because they like the simpsons. That would be the average Joe who doesn't have 6 shelves holding more than 500 DVDs (know anyone like that? LOL) But for those of us who are into collecting and maintaining order to our collections...
  4. MarkHughes

    DVD Review HTF REVIEW: The Simpsons Season Six

    The Simpsons The Complete Sixth Season Release Date: August 16, 2005 Running Time: 575 minutes Sound:English Dolby Digital 5.1, Spanish Dolby Stereo, & French Dolby Stereo Subtitles:English & Spanish Aspect Ratio: 1.33:1 (original intended display) This is an approved GUEST...
  5. MarkHughes

    where to get a great deal on Direct TV HDTV

    If I buy my own receiver before doing the install, can I order the basic setup and have them use my HD receiver instead of one of the standard? Plenty of good deals on receivers on ebay!
  6. MarkHughes

    where to get a great deal on Direct TV HDTV

    OK... as I stated to Robert, I am not a current subscriber. I am looking for the best startup price out there.
  7. MarkHughes

    Carada screens for projectors

    My wife was the same way but only agreed to let me upgrade to the screen and projector if the first movie shown was Moulin Rouge... and by the way, the 93" screen is what I have as well... its 45 x 80 with a 2" frame... screen is 92" but the dimensions with the frame make it 93". (by the...
  8. MarkHughes

    Carada screens for projectors

    Although you made up your mind, I want to tell you: I bought the Carada 92" high contrast grey screen while on the Forum meet in Cali last year. I am using the BenQ 8700+ with it and absolutely LOVE IT! Easy assembly and installation and the picture looks great (just need to get the cash...
  9. MarkHughes

    where to get a great deal on Direct TV HDTV

    I am a new direct TV customer... dumping cable. I am going to be purchasing the biggest package they have and will have standard tivo on one set, HDTV in the theater, and a standard box in the bedroom. Looking for something less than the 450 bucks (before 50.00 rebate on the DVR) they are...
  10. MarkHughes

    where to get a great deal on Direct TV HDTV

    Where is the best deal going. I would rather not pay the 299.00 bucks to my local best buy if I can avoid it. Seems to me I recall hearing stories of great deals somewhere on the net. Any suggestions???
  11. MarkHughes

    anyone heard of the Pioneer HTP-440DV??

    crickets...chirp/chirp...crickets
  12. MarkHughes

    anyone heard of the Pioneer HTP-440DV??

    anyone heard anything about this system... anything at all???
  13. MarkHughes

    anyone heard of the Pioneer HTP-440DV??

    Yes you do my friend... it pretty killer!!! It's my buddy Matt... I don't think you know him. Hope the kids are well! Give a call... I have time off from work coming up... would be great to have you over!
  14. MarkHughes

    anyone heard of the Pioneer HTP-440DV??

    before you say it.... yes, it ios a HT in a box. I would never buy one of these myself, but I have a buddy who wants something simple and something small on a very small budget. He originally asked me about wireless rear speakers. I told him that personally, I would go for the quality of...
  15. MarkHughes

    My Big Fat Obnoxious Boss

    Gotta think that Trump has NOTHING to do with this show. Afterall, as much as he would love the competition and as much as he has said "It's a welcomed flattery". etc... He is under contract with NBC... There is NO WAY they would allow him to appear on a competitor's show that is running at the...
  16. MarkHughes

    My Big Fat Obnoxious Boss

    Someone asked if there were any guesses about who the "boss" might be. I am thinking someone prominant... someone known for being the "boss"... My initial guess is George Steinbrenner. Notice the slight baseball references when he walks into the room to talk to the chair. Tonight was "so...
  17. MarkHughes

    Projector Rounding

    I spoke with a few people on this subject and they all seemed to say the same thing. Grey will deepen the black tones and give you a better picture. Also was told (from a pretty reliable source) that white should be a first choice for rear projection and grey should be the choice for front...
  18. MarkHughes

    Projector Rounding

    the setup is brand new and I am still setting it all up, so i don't feel comfortable giving an overall review, but will after I put some hours of viewing under my belt. I do, however, have the screen all set up and I am using the Carada 92 Inch Diagonal Precision 1.78 to 1 High Contrast Grey...
  19. MarkHughes

    Projector Rounding

    OK... proble solved. It appears the angles were all messed up... moved it over a few inches and slid the back to the left a hair and now its all set. Alot of work for a temporary setup. I have to wait until the ceiling mount comes in and then its this stuff all over again. Thanks for the input...
  20. MarkHughes

    Projector Rounding

    will check all of the above. I certainly hope its not a factory flaw... dont want the hassle of switching it out. If the screen were not straight or the projector was not perpendicular, wouldn't the rounding appear at both the top and bottom? and, I do believe the screen is straight. I used a...
  21. MarkHughes

    Projector Rounding

    I just got my new projector (Benq PE8700+) and had to hook it up. Well, I placed it on a tabletop at the distance that I will need and the top of the image seems to curve downward on the right hand side (top). Keystoning is straight and the bottom lines up, but then I see curvature just at the...
  22. MarkHughes

    distance vs. size

    I made a seperate thread for my question, so please do not post here. It is listed under "Projector Rounding" thanks
  23. MarkHughes

    distance vs. size

    by the way... anyone with an answer will be appreciated. The question wasn't aimed just at Greg (however, I have a feeling he will have an answer for me) ;)
  24. MarkHughes

    distance vs. size

    Thanks Greg... will be calling you... and actually Greg, you may be of some help here... I just got the projector and had to hook it up. Well, I placed it on a tabletop at the distance that I will need and the top of the image seems to curve downward on the right hand side (top). Keystoning...
  25. MarkHughes

    distance vs. size

    Thanks... that is what I needed (well, that and apparently a ceiling mount to mount the projector about 10.5' away)!!! Thanks
  26. MarkHughes

    distance vs. size

    This tells me optimal seating distance. Maybe I should restate my question, I may have been unclear. I already have the screen (92") and have the seating set up (about 12'). What I am wondering is if I will be able to put the projector on the back wall (17' away) and have the picture fit the...
  27. MarkHughes

    distance vs. size

    I am getting my new Benq PE8700+ this week. I am concerned about my setup now that I have seen some others. My room is 17' deep. My intention was to put a shelf on the back wall, up by the ceiling. However, I am being told that 17' might be too much distance to keep the image only 92" (the size...
  28. MarkHughes

    DVD Review HTF REVIEW: The Simpsons The Complete Fourth Season

    It os truly my pleasure. I have been lucky enough to receive advances for seasons 2 through 4 for review (thanks to FOX)... and this time, I was lucky enough to have Ron allow me to post it. (thanks to Ron!) Would love to do it again if the opportunity allows!
  29. MarkHughes

    DVD Review HTF REVIEW: The Simpsons The Complete Fourth Season

    It os truly my pleasure. I have been lucky enough to receive advances for seasons 2 through 4 for review (thanks to FOX)... and this time, I was lucky enough to have Ron allow me to post it. (thanks to Ron!) Would love to do it again if the opportunity allows!
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