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  1. Bernie Lomax

    Consistency among connection types?

    Is it necessary for connections to be consistent in order for them to work? Would the connections from a DVD player to a reciever to a television all need to be component in order for the component connection to work? Not that it makes sense to do this, but is it possible to run DVD to...
  2. Bernie Lomax

    Possible for Tivo to record without commercials?

    I was under the impression that Tivo recorded the programs without commercials. Is this incorrect, or do I have to change a setting or something?
  3. Bernie Lomax

    What if I buy a DISH 811 reciever outside of Dish Network?

    Just to close this issue, it does work. I got the reciever on ebay, hooked it up, called Dish, they activated it and I'm getting OTA HDTV with no HD fees to Dish.
  4. Bernie Lomax

    I dont know much.. Im so tired of searching

    SeanHen, Look into the Klipsch Quintet II. Just what you want for a fraction of the price of the Bose. http://www.klipsch.com/product/product.aspx?cid=42
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    What if I buy a DISH 811 reciever outside of Dish Network?

    Can I just call up and activate it? Is that necessary? Anyone done this? I'd like to upgrade from the 301 to the 811 in order to take advantage of the HD receiver for an OTA antenna. I do not want to change my subscription package with Dish Network, however. Any tips? Can this be done...
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    Panasonic 42" plasma - TH-42PA25U-P - comments/suggestions? (Was shopping DLPs)

    HD is not a huge seller for me right now as I prefer satellite reception and the HD channels are limited. I like the 480 news for the DVDs. I think this may be the one for us. My only concern is the life span of these plasma TVs. Are burn in and longevity real serious issues? Its seems to me...
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    Panasonic 42" plasma - TH-42PA25U-P - comments/suggestions? (Was shopping DLPs)

    Having a hard time deciphering this model number. I fear this may be an EDTV as oposed to HDTV ?
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    Panasonic 42" plasma - TH-42PA25U-P - comments/suggestions? (Was shopping DLPs)

    I have been shopping TVs and thought I wanted a Samsung DLP...however Costco has a 42" Panasonic plasma that has a stunning picture and I think I'm in love. I know the negative with plasma is the possible short life span and lack of ability to repair. What about Panasonic plasmas as far as...
  9. Bernie Lomax

    DLP vs. LCD - The Discussion Thread that Combines Them ALL

    I'm having a hard time understanding what "rainbow effect" is. Any help?
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    DLP vs. LCD - The Discussion Thread that Combines Them ALL

    BestBuy has the Samsung DLP p4663w for $2999. And a Zenith 44" LCD for $2199. Isnt the LCD the better TV? Zenith Samsung What am I missing? Which is the better buy?
  11. Bernie Lomax

    DirectTv HD local channels require "off-air antenna" - What is this?

    What is an off air antenna and how does it work? Thank you.
  12. Bernie Lomax

    Samsung DLP's

    I'm looking at this set as well. Rainbow effect??
  13. Bernie Lomax

    *Very impressed* with Trey Anastasio last night...please recommend me a Phish DVD!

    I saw this show in Boston and it was great. Trey is tremendous weirdo, but man can he play the guitar.
  14. Bernie Lomax

    Is Monster morphing into Bose

    I noticed no difference between a Monster or an Acoustic Research cable. They sell the AR at Best Buy as well. I have a Canare digital coax for my DVD player. That's pretty nice. :emoji_thumbsup:
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    SONY STR DE985 - UNLOCK problem. Not getting sound.

    Topping this old thread with a resolution. Took the unit to the Sony warranty place. They had to re-solder both the analog and digital switching boards. Got it back on Wednesday and it works like a charm. I'm considering a letter to Sony expressing my dissatisfaction with a brand new unit...
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    Acoustic Research cables at Best Buy, Good or Bad?

    Should I spend the money and get the Monster Cable brand ones for optical and coax connections? Is there a fit, finish difference? Thanks.
  17. Bernie Lomax

    SONY STR DE985 - UNLOCK problem. Not getting sound.

    I have a coax input for my DVD player, and an optical for my CD player. 2 seperate devices, separate inputs specific to CD and DVD. So I guess the answer to your question is no. It's so weird that when it says unlock and I pull out the optical and plug it back in everything is fine. I wonder if...
  18. Bernie Lomax

    SONY STR DE985 - UNLOCK problem. Not getting sound.

    Thanks for the response. Yesterday it worked fine. If it happens again, I'm going to have to take it to a place under Warranty. Already called Sony to get the info.
  19. Bernie Lomax

    SONY STR DE985 - UNLOCK problem. Not getting sound.

    Ok, this is still going on. With a new twist. It happened yesterday, nothing worked. Tuner, Sat, DVD, CD, nothing. Not even a test tone. So I have a DVD playing and I disconnect the Optical connection for the CD player, and the DVD sound comes thru beautifully. How can one connection be...
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    SONY STR DE985 - UNLOCK problem. Not getting sound.

    The thing that drives me insane is that he UNLOCK thing is nowhere to be found in the manual. :angry:
  21. Bernie Lomax

    SONY STR DE985 - UNLOCK problem. Not getting sound.

    I've done that twice. I think the unit is bad.
  22. Bernie Lomax

    SONY STR DE985 - UNLOCK problem. Not getting sound.

    Unplugged it. Didn't help. Same situation. Really annoyed. :angry:
  23. Bernie Lomax

    Sony STR-DE575 problem....Please HELP!!!!

    I'm having this same problem on my STR DE985. It shows UNLOCK on the screen, and I'm only getting sound in 2 CH ANALOG mode on my Satellite. DVD, CD nothing else works. What's really weird is you can't even run a test tone. Nothing happens. Not even the FM reception puts out sound. I...
  24. Bernie Lomax

    SONY STR DE985 - UNLOCK problem. Not getting sound.

    I saw this thread as well STR DE 575 thread Is this a common problem? Should I be worried? I'll try unplugging my unit tonight to reset it, otherwise what is going on here? I watched a DVD Sat night, played CDs yesterday in the morning, turned it off, tried to watch TV last night and...
  25. Bernie Lomax

    Klipsch KSC - C1 center channel. Best $119.88 I ever spent

    Wow, I thought I stole it. Can't believe you guys paid less! Well they still sell it at Tweeter too. $249.99!! I think I'm going to get Quintets to use as rear surrounds. Any opinions on the way they would compliment this center?
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    Klipsch KSC - C1 center channel. Best $119.88 I ever spent

    I went to Tweeter to make sure I liked it and it sounded fine there, but the room it was in was obviously way bigger than my living room. So I bought it from Vanns.com $119.88 ($249 + tax at Tweeter) and I love it!! What a deal, and what a speaker. I tested it out with Black Hawk Down and I am...
  27. Bernie Lomax

    Sony "Control S" and "A1II" - what are these?

    Yeah, especially since the remotes all control everything else anyways. Thanks for the response.
  28. Bernie Lomax

    Sony "Control S" and "A1II" - what are these?

    Anyone utilize these on thier Sony's? Just curious what they are for?
  29. Bernie Lomax

    Vanns.com - anyone have experience shopping with them??

    Anyone bought anything online at Vanns.com? I'm looking at the Klipsch KSC-C1 center and they have it shipped for $119.98. It seems to good to be true?
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