Recent content by Jon Gum

Thanks to everyone for the input. I just found a SONY DHG-HDD500 on clearance sale at a local store. I installed it tonight and am very happy with it so far (the TV Guide is currently loading, so tomorrow I will give it a big test run). Thanks to everyone for the input. I never would have...

Ben - Thanks, but I had already done research on that: http://www.solidsignal.com/HR10-250.asp Per the above website: "(2) Do I have to have an account with DIRECTV to receive "over-the-air" HD broadcasts? Yes. The new HD Tivo DIRECTV DVR will not operate without a valid DIRECTV...

I saw that TIVO series 3 will record HD for OTA braodcasts. Are there any other HD recorder options out there for a guy who gets his HD OTA? I have an antenna in the attic hooked up to a Samsung DTV box for decoding and have been really happy with the picture (and the fact that it is free), but...

Jim - Does the X-box playback kit have a remote "power-off / power-on" functionality? I looked at one in the store and almost bought it, but it looked like the remote can't do that. I have nothing to trade really, but I would be interested in buying if it does. Thanks, Jon

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Charles - I replied to your e-mail...I am in. May 7 works out better for me, but I think I can make either work. Jon

Any bites on selling the home theater this past weekend? Regarding property taxes, you guys have to realize it is not the raw dollars spent on taxes - it is the rate. The high end of our property tax rates are 2.79% - the average residential rate is around 2.35%. Therefore every year you...

Funny - We are just a couple of miles from you (144th & Pacific). I need to be more on the look-out for fellow Omahan's on the HTF. I justed checked out your website and wish I would have know about your cables last year when we did our HT in our basement. I got mine through Blue Jean, but would...

Scott - I think Raj_asaurus was referring to your delivery date sticking in your mind....not referring to your price. At least that is how I read it.

Also, some equipment has a remote IR sensor input (my B&K Ref 50 does), where you can get a IR sensor with a hard wire, place the IR sensor withing viewing distance of your seating area and run the line to the back of your gear. Jon

Bryan - Regarding the TV lights, I use similar lights that Kevin described. I built a false wall with a top that was one foot short of the ceiling and put the halogen lights ups there. That was a huge project, but I am happy with the results. Regarding the room lighting, I had the same...

Wow - what a great price....let's see...Christmas presents for the whole family this year AND next year...or b4+ with the upgraded amp......decisions,decisions...... Good luck selling - someone is going to get a great deal on this. I can't believe you have not had any bites. Just a quick bump...

I'll take the star wars game - ygm. Thanks, Jon

Sheldon - You have a PM - I will take it. I live in Omaha, NE, (3 hours away) but have family in Merriam, KS not too far from you. Drop me an e-mail at gumj(at)highstream(dot)net to discuss if it is still available. Jon

SALE PENDING - Omard, if the sale falls through with Bill, you are next in line. It looks like Alex's sale fell through from earlier this week though and his is back on the market. See here: Other MX-500 for sale Hopefully you will find one and I will keep you posted if my sale falls...