Hello. All. It's been a few years since i've posted here, nice to be back.
I have a EPSON Home Cinema 8500ub with a picture that has gotten noticeably dimmer. I assume that I am looking at a replacement lamp. I checked the hours on the existing lamp and it shows 1350 hours. This lamp was...
I never got past the first season of Lost when it was being broadcast as I could never keep up with all the storylines. A few days ago I saw that it was on Netflix and started watching it back-to-back. I have discovered that really is the best way to see a series like this. No commercials and...
Hello. After having my HT in storage for several years i finally closed on my new house and I am in the process of setting up my HT again. Have have pretty much everything except for the pre-out. I was hoping to get a little advice on what I should look for and a list of some models I can...
Hey all. I am just getting into HTPC. The big reason I am starting this is because I want to be able to watch Hulu.com on my TV. I'm sure there are many many more reason than that. but I will have a ceratin satisfaction when I finally will be able to give Comcast the middle finger. Anyway...
Olevia 255TFHD LCD TV - 55", 1920 x 1080, 1080p, ATSC, NTSC, S-Video, HDMI In at TigerDirect.com I found this ad for a 55" Olevia LCD TV. What is the general opinion on this set? Is the price really good or is it just about right? Are there better sets out there i should consider? Thanks...
Hello all. I have an opportunity to purchase a set of chrome wheels for my new truck. Heres a link to a pict; http://i32.photobucket.com/albums/d2...6/DSC00101.jpg They are 20" Helo Syndromes. I have never thought about going to a larger tire like and was interested in finding out about...
I recently watch this show on History Channel. It was basically about the auction of most everything Paramount had in Storage regarding the entire franchise. The item fetching the most was the hero model Enterprise from TNG. Selling for $500,000. If everything was available wouldn't the model...
I have decided that I will eventually get a xbox 360. I had heard that MS would be making the price drop for the 360 soon after christmas to stay compeditive with the ps3. Seeing the supply problem the ps3 is having I wonder if that might have been pushed back. Has anyone heard of when MS mioght...
Well my old receiver finally went kaput. Which is not really a bad thing as it was an old Yamaha 992 that has been in need of replacing for at least 5 years or so. Anyway, I have started searching around for its replacement. A few years ago i purchased a separate amplifier. A Sherbourn 1500 so...
Hey all. As a hobby I belong to a group of actors that perform for charity functions. Lately I was thinking that it would be cool to add some equipment that could simulate prerecorded sounds while we are performing. For example door kocks, wind, thunder, maybe intro and exit music and so on. I...
I need to get back up on the 'net at home. But in my new home I do not have a land line. I use a cell phone for all my verbal communication needs. I have also switched over to Dishnetwork for my television. So how do I get high speed internet without a landline or cable?
Hello all. I’ve been out of the home theatre scene a few years while I was apartment living. Now I have a new home and find myself in need of upgrading my HT. Specifically the processor. Currently I have a Yamaha 992 receiver powering a Sherbourn amp. I would like to switch out the receiver for...
Seriously. Are they becomming the Law & Order network or something. That stupid show is on like 24/7. I used to like TNT to but that show has gotta go. Yuk.:angry: :angry: :angry: :thumbsdown: :thumbsdown: :thumbsdown: :angry: :thumbsdown: :angry: :thumbsdown:
I was reading a thread a while ago and I realized that other than Physco I don't think I have ever seen any Hitchcock film all the way thru. So I decided to pick up a boxed set or 2 and work my way through them as I get around to it. After doing a quick search I realized there are several...
I've got a George Forman grill with a non-stick cooking surface that has gotten some scratches in it. Now when I cook something with it, I tend to pull my burgers apart 'cause of the stiocking to the top part of the grill. Is there any way to repair the surface?? Thanks
I have been doing a weight-training regimen for the past few months. Since I have started I’ve thought of a few questions that I haven’t been able to find a complete answer for. Maybe somebody can give me a few pointers. My basic schedule is that I train 4 days a week, do cardio 3 days a week...
I am really liking this car. And I have pretty much decided I'd like to lease one. So I went down to the dealership to check them out. What I found out was a little dissapointing but to a certin extent understandable. Basicly all the dealers are marking them up by about $5k over sticker. Long...
This is really fustrating. I was trying to get just the boadcast channels from Adelphia, all total about 10 channels for about $14 a month. But on the morning of the install, i was informed that they could not do it because since i have thier cable internet they arent able to connect just the...
I'm just curious. I inquired to my local cable company about HD signal on thier system. They told me that in order to recive it i would need to rent there box at andintional monthly charge. Is this really true, can't I just plug the cable into my existing Samsun decoder that i have been using...
Model No.: Pro DSP1124P I purchased this unit new about 2 years ago and just never got around to installing it. I have sinced moved to a much smaller place and will not be setting up my HT for a good while. So this piece is no longer needed. It is still packed in the original box. I should...
Hi, I dont think it is likly that i can sell this tv here or anywhere on-line. But I do need to sell it. It would be great if I could get some thoughts on how much I could get for this TV. It is a Mitsubishi WS-55805 wide screen Hi-Def ready TV that I have had for about 4 years. It is in...
Original owner and in perfect condition. Used only for viewing DVD movies, an antenna or Sat. has never been hooked up to it. Has not moved since I purchased it in 2000. Has extended transferable warrenty on it good through 5-11-2005. I would like to upgrade to a front projection. I would...
Hey, My living situation is going to be changing in the next few months. I've decided now is the time to buy my first porperty rather than go the rental route again. This is a totally new experience for me and i'd love any advice anyone could give. I'm single, 35, have plenty of cash on...
There is a very good chance that I will be moving fron Orlando, FL to Phili. PA. Among my other home theatre equipment I have a 55" mistu widescreen that I would need to move. How difficult of a process is this and how delicate are the components in side? Can it stand the strain of...
I have a round trip ticket with US airlines. From Orlando to anywhere they fly in the US or Canada. Good for up to a year from now. It is transferable. What do you thikn I can sell it for??? Thanks all
I have recently gotten into downloading music files from the internet. I haven't really found a good site to download from. I want to be able to have legal copies for the files i get (so no Kazaa) I've looked it MP3.com and they don't seem to have all the artist I'm looking for. (I couldn't find...
I am really interested in getting a deck or two of these cards for collectors purposes. After having talking to a friend with a similar interest and doing a little looking on the net Ive it found very difficult determining with "deck" is the genuine on. What am looking for is the actual deck...
I live in the Orlando area. For thoughs of you that don't know Sunshine Net and Tine/Warner have been having a huge break down in there negotionations for the programing of the Orlando Magic games in the central florida area. This really sux since Sunshine Broadcast about 80% of the Magic games...