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  1. Eric_M

    The Devils

    I wouldn't be the least bit surprised that once everyone who is interested in this movie spends money on the DVD, the blu-ray will be announced shortly after that.
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    Does gore in horror film show a lack of ability and talent?

    In the case of Friday the 13th, it also takes ripping off the superior Bay of Blood. 9 out of 10 times you can only take these review sites so seriously and even less so when it tends to be a site that is not very knowledgeable or focused on any one genre. If the makers of Sole Survivor decided...
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    80's Slasher movies on DVD

    It's supposed to be uncut, yes. Another link - http://www.upcominghorrormovies.com/news/mondo-macabro-dvd-says-dont-open-till-christmas How is Don't Open Til Christmas by the way? I remember seeing that box all the time but I never did get to rent it or watch it. No spoilers..PLEASE!
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    80's Slasher movies on DVD

    The 2000 release was cut. You can read about it here http://www.movie-censorship.com/report.php?ID=741327 Mondo Macabro is a pretty decent label. They've released classics like Alucarda and Satan's Blood and entertaining trash like Lady Terminator. Oh and they released Hell's Ground which was a...
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    Need some recommendations for an all region, NTSC / PAL dvd player

    hello, I am currently looking for a DVD player that can easily be changed to play all regions, does very good PAL to NTSC conversion, upconverting through component outputs, de-interlaces preferably (like the Oppos used to do), excellent picture and just an overall solid quality player. Blu...
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    question on speaker cable replacement and recommendations

    Thanks to the both of you. So this monoprice place makes their own cables? They definitely seem priced really low which is a good thing. I will check out the other two links in a bit. So lastly, it doesn't or shouldn't make a difference if my cables don't match then?
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    question on speaker cable replacement and recommendations

    Hello, Ok I have a sort of odd and probably dumb question. I recently moved so I now have more space to spread out my speakers and equipment. However the spot where I want to place my rack would be too far from my mains and center channel speaker (Paradigm 7's and a CC370) so I would need...
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    question on subwoofer isolation riser and subwoofer

    David, So you definitely do hear a difference then? That's good to know. I looked up your sub, and that thing is pretty big. I just want to know if I'll be ok with the 15x15 riser or would I really have to invest in 2 of them for them to work properly.
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    question on subwoofer isolation riser and subwoofer

    I'm not %100 sure of this since I never used one of these risers but from what I understand and read it helps reduce some of the hum and vibrations caused on hardwood floors etc. I never had the need for one but I am now living on the top floor above someone and it's hardwood floors. Reading...
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    question on subwoofer isolation riser and subwoofer

    hello, I am considering buying a subwoofer isolation riser from Auralex but have a question. My sub, which is an Adire, is approximately 16x18 and the riser is 15x15, unless I get the larger one which is not only too large but also way more expensive. So basically my sub will be hanging off...
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    Wizard of Oz 70th Anniversary DVD set...question on mono mix

    Hello, I apologize for starting a new thread about this but going through some of the older threads it seems this wasn't directly addressed. Is the mono track on this genuine mono or is it a downmix from the 5.1? I have been told by one person that it is not genuine mono but still would like...
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    components on top of receiver, good or bad??

    Hello, Out of sheer curiousity, is it recommended to sit a cd player or any similar component on top of a reciever? Most receivers have the vents on top and I figured it is better not to have something obstructing air flow, however is it bad to sit a component on top anyway? Thanks in advance
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    What should I look for in a cd player?

    I understand that a $500 player compared to a 150 player will probably be way better but then is it really worth the jump from a Sony $100 player to an Onkyo $200 player??
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    Best Receiver for under $500?? help

    Hey Chad, I too get those popping sounds on some movies. This is usually during the layer change. It doesn't happen too much but once in a while it will which is making me want to get a different reciever as well. The other problem is with certain films, during explosions or what have you...
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    Samsung TXM-3096WHF vs. HCM-4215W

    Hey Aurel, Be aware the 3096/3097 Samsung 30 inch sets do have a problem picture wise. They have these transparent lines that go down the middle that are more apparent if you were to turnup the brightness. Samsung denies knowing of any such problem and technicians were clueless on what to do...
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    Down to 4 Choices of TVs's? Please help me out

    The 3098WHF supposedly does not have the same problems the 3097 does. Had it been more readily avaliable I would have went for this one. The only drawback is it is alot thinner on top making it harder to sit a center speaker on hehe. A small problem I am sure one can work around.
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    Onkyo TX-SR800: Best online price?

    I was thinking of upgrading my Onkyo600 as well. I was considering a Denon equivalent. Does the 800 have the same 'power handling' issues that the previous models had?
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    Down to 4 Choices of TVs's? Please help me out

    The 30 inch Samsung delivers a nice picture and is not a bad TV but....... You have to learn to deal with its flaws as well. This set has a strange problem where you see 2 transparent, vertical lines that change position now and then. Samsung denies there is a problem and technicians say there...
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    32-36" 16:9 Digital TV recommendations...?

    Keep in mind the Samsungs do have some issues with smoe vertical lines on the set. They are noticeable when watching DVDs via component and s-video. I went thru 4 sets and all had the problem. Samsung of course denies there being such a problem. Other than that though, it is a very ncie...
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    Samsung HDTV (16:9) with Samsung Progressive Scan... problems.

    Speaking of TV's being 1:78 in ratio is there any sets out there that really are 2:35? Are the screens in movie theaters really 2:35? I do apoligize if this question sounds a bit stupid.
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    Want to buy HDTV - Samsung, Sony, Panasonic??

    Be aware that the 30-inch Samsungs, although they do put out a nice picture do have some issues. The sets seesm to have these transparent types of vertical lines on the screen that are pretty visible on darker scenes. All the sets except supposedly the 3098 seem to suffer from this.
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    Samsung 30" widescreens

    The 3096 and 3097 have problems with lines. I am told the 3098 does not. I have yet too see one though. They are great sets other than that though. I can see how some people could find it annoying though.
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    Samsung 30" widescreen zoom modes

    Keep in mind there is some issues with the 3096 an d3097 models. They have transparent vertical lines that you can see on reddish scenes and other darker scenes. All the sets have this problem that I tried (4 so far) and others on the forum have seen this as well. Samsung denies such a...
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    crackling speakers....are they blown out already??

    It does seem to happen on a few titles. That is what i was thinking, that perhaps the Onkyo is clipping the speakers. The thing is, although the Onkyo delivers 30w on all 5 channels, ususally sound is not being played on all 5 channels at once. Also all the Paradigms I have require a min of...
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    crackling speakers....are they blown out already??

    Hello, I have the Onkyo 600 with Monitor 7's, mini monitors, CC370 and the Rava I noticed when watching films, during certain scenes, like explosions or screaming, I will sometimes get almost like a light crackle sound coming out of the center and mains. I am wondering if my system...
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    Samsung 30" HDTV...3:2 pulldown!?

    If you would be so kind scan th escreen up and down, left and right and see if you notice any transparent vertical lines. There is usually one in the center and one towards the left hand side. It is best noticeable on s-video or component video. If your DVD player goes black when you hit the...
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    Samsung 30" HDTV...3:2 pulldown!?

    I believe only the 3097 and 98 have 3:2 pulldown. Sears carry the 3097 and Best Buy has the 96 which I am going to check out. The sets are nice but there is a problem with the 3097 and an older model 3092 going by another post. I have the 3097 and you get a couple of transparent lines...
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    is Datavision a reliable place for TV purchase??

    Hello, Has anyone dealt with DataVision before? If so are they reliable? Any good/bad experiences? I am thinking of buying a set from them. Their prices seem pretty decent. Thanks in advance
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    Samsung 16X9 Widscreen

    I called Samsung and of course they said they knew nothing of such problem and weren't able to do any sort of upgrades. They said I would have to go directly to Sears where I purchased the set and see what they can do. I will have to go to Sears and see if they can upgrade me to the 3098WHF.
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    Samsung 16X9 Widscreen

    Hmm how long ago did you get this unit? I will call Samsung and see what I can do too then. The 42 inch tabletop sounds interesting. If the 30 inch 3098 doesn't do this, I would be just as satisfied getting this model. Thanks I will see what I can do.
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