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  1. Dan D.

    Panasonic BD35

    OK, got it, the Blu-ray player decodes the audio and passes it to the receiver, which is basically just acting as an amp. I'd seen the new audio formats and just assumed they would require a new receiver, like Dolby Digital and did when it replaced Pro Logic. Man, there was a time when I...
  2. Dan D.

    Panasonic BD35

    In fact I did not know that. So the audio I would end up with over the analog connections is better than the DD/DTS-ES I would get over the optical interconnect? Interesting, that would make the BD55 a worthwhile upgrade.
  3. Dan D.

    Panasonic BD35

    Don, if you don't mind me borrowing your thread, I have a related question I hope people can answer. I'm in the same boat, interested in the Panasonic BD35, have a newer 1080p TV (Sony KDS-60A2000) and an older receiver (Denon AVR 3801). I'm not too interested in upgrading my receiver at this...
  4. Dan D.

    Telescopes

    The ETX is a great, convenient small package, but you just can't beat the light grabbing capability of 8" LXD. The mirror on the LXD is going to be 2.5x the size of the one in the 5" ETX - that's a huge beneift. The ETX is still a great scope and again, you can't underestimate the convenience...
  5. Dan D.

    Telescopes

    Hi again Kyle. I get around to HTF a little less frequently these days, but saw your thread pop up again. It's funny, I haven't been using my scope much in the past year or two but took it out for a great night of viewing this past weekend, and I plan to do more. Celestron is a good company...
  6. Dan D.

    Need a good 26" LCD for the bedroom

    Alon, Thanks! Actually, that is one I did take a look at. While I was impressed with the picture, the one issue I have with it is the side speakers which make it wider than typical 26" LCD. We have a tight space we'd like to fit this into and that one is just a bit too wide. I know the next...
  7. Dan D.

    Need a good 26" LCD for the bedroom

    Hi all, I'm looking for a new TV for the bedroom, and I think a 26" LCD is going to be the right fit. This is the bedtime and back-up TV so I don't want to go too crazy here and don't need top of the line, but I would like decent quality picture. Good sound would be a plus since I don't really...
  8. Dan D.

    New Sony 55" SXRD-XBR2 Rear Projection TV?

    Charles, hope you are still watching this thread, I know it's a little old. I was interested in this topic too since I really like the new SXRD XBR2s, but the 60" is just to large for the space I have. I looks like Sony just showed the slim 55" SXRD at CES a few weeks ago. Unfortunately, it's...
  9. Dan D.

    Any cyclist folloiwing the Giro d'Italia?

    People keep talking about his comeback in the mountains as if it was a miracle. His 6 minute gain was probably more due to the poor strategy of the pelaton which couldn't get itself organized and let him go in the first place. Regardless of his performance the day before, he is noted as one of...
  10. Dan D.

    Recommend a Bluetooth Headset

    Michael, I was also looking for a Bluetooth headset a couple of months ago. After quite a bit of Internet research, I finally settled on the Jabra JX10. I've been very pleased so far. It's a bit expensive, but incredibly small and lightweight, and the sound quality is very good. My wife bought a...
  11. Dan D.

    v-dub down on the engineering tip, yah!

    For the last three weeks I've been using the "It's definitely sucking" quote for just about everything.
  12. Dan D.

    Calvin and Hobbes.

    That really pissed me off too. I've been wondering why they did that.
  13. Dan D.

    Noah :)

    A sadist and a masochist are standing on a street corner. The masochist says, "Hit me!" The sadist draws back his fist, pauses and says, "No."
  14. Dan D.

    opinion needed on the Cuisinart GRIND & BREW coffee machine

    The problem with the Cuisinart is that it has a spinning blade grinder which makes for inconsistant coffee grounds. For a really good cup of coffee, look for a burr grinder. Not many of the combo machines have them built-in, but this Capresso does. I have a different Capresso machine and a...
  15. Dan D.

    WTB: Mission 77 ds surround speakers

    I have one pair and I need a second. If anyone has a pair they would like to part with, please let me know. Thanks!
  16. Dan D.

    Cell phones questions

    I've sold several cell phones on Ebay after upgrading. If the model is still fairly current or desirable, you can usually get a reasonable amount for it. You won't recoup your original investment, but it will help.
  17. Dan D.

    Telescopes

    It looks a little uncomfortably like a textbook at first, but even if you just flip through it you'll start to see lots of interesting stuff. The first chapters should be very informative. Let me know what you think after you've read a bit. Enjoy!
  18. Dan D.

    Telescopes

    Peter and Greg have some very good advice too. Without a little deeper understanding of what there is to see in the night sky, you will burn through the stored objects in the telescope computer fairly quickly. 1,500 objects sounds like a lot, but don't forget that's the entire sky, not just the...
  19. Dan D.

    Telescopes

    Mike - that's a cool link! Dave - Yeah, I've always wanted to try that too. It seems like if you can hook yourself up with the right info and/or people, it's not as hard as you might think. It seems like a really fun project and a cost-effective way to get a big scope.
  20. Dan D.

    Telescopes

    OK, those are all appealing things to have, let me address each. 1) GOTO - As I mentioned above, I can't argue with having this feature, even though most amateur astronomers will tell you to learn on a manual scope first. It's just too helpful to have in light polluted areas. Since you are in...
  21. Dan D.

    Telescopes

    I've bought from the Meade Ebay outlet and their customer service is exceptional. They have some very helpful people running the store and it's a good place to find a deal. Unfortunately, I don't see much in the current selection that impresses me. The scopes they are showing are really pretty...
  22. Dan D.

    Telescopes

    Kyle, I gave some advice to a while back to someone looking for an inexpensive scope. I think most of the advice still holds true in your case, you can read it here. http://www.hometheaterforum.com/htfo...ght=telescopes A few points: I definitely suggest binoculars first. They are less...
  23. Dan D.

    Is this wierd or am I just naive?

    I really wouldn't be too suspicious of this situation. My wife and I were interested in buying a car recently and decided to hold off. The dealer has called us a couple of times bettering his offer on our trade in, on top of what was a pretty good offer to begin with and a very fair price on the...
  24. Dan D.

    if i can't bring a lighter on the plane...

    Mmmmmm.... Survivor Tar Tar
  25. Dan D.

    Ever suffer irrational fears?

    I guess this isn't really a "fear", like some people might fear heights, but I get a little freaked out by high ceilings. Not your typical 10' house ceilings, but Grand Central Station or cathedral-type high ceilings. I look up and I can feel my knees get weak and I feel a little uncomfortable...
  26. Dan D.

    Anyone actually own a Diner's Club card?

    My wife actually has had one since before we were married, and I got on her account. It's a great card for travel, and their insurance coverage is exceptional. We had a rental car broken into in San Francisco. We had used the Diner's Club card to rent the car and waived all of the optional...
  27. Dan D.

    Do those fuel injector cleaning additives really work? And if so, which one?

    I'll second Philip's suggestion of Chevron Techron. Back when I started using it, it was very highly regarded amongst the performance car (Porsche, etc.) set. He's right, avoid the other Chevron fuel additives even though I think they say they contain Techron, just get the straight Techron. I...
  28. Dan D.

    Anyone have a Dyson Vacuum Cleaner?

    Great! Four f$^%ing months after I buy a DC14, they introduce this. Love the DC14 (Animal) for what it's worth. Can't believe what was in the carpets. Scary.
  29. Dan D.

    Why can't they?? (re:construction projects)...

    Seriously, if there's any state in the union that CAN'T give us crap over accents, it's Texas. :D
  30. Dan D.

    Why can't they?? (re:construction projects)...

    Those 10 lanes are above ground, not in a tunnel under skyscrapers, through subway lines and yards from an ocean. There are limitations to what can be done. Plus, while Denver itself might be smaller, you guys have far more land to work with. It's easier for Denver to spread out as it grows or...
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