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  1. Adam.Heckman

    Alternatives to Def Tech Mythos?

    Hello all: It's been years since I've needed to buy HT speakers. However, my wife and I are getting our first house and I'll need to upgrade, seeing as our new living room is very long and narrow and we must mount our LCD on the wall. This means that we must also mount our speakers on the...
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    Toshiba HD-A2 - $98.87 @ WalMart!

    I picked one up at 7:15 this morning. I'm going to sell my Xbox360 HD-DVD player for (hopefully) $100. Now I'll be at a wash money wise and be left with a better and quieter HD-DVD player + 5 free movies whenever Toshiba decides to mail them out. Good deal for me!!!
  3. Adam.Heckman

    Vista Upgrade / Remote Control question.

    Thanks, I appreciate the help.
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    Vista Upgrade / Remote Control question.

    Right now we have a 'media computer' hooked up to our HDTV. This is not a Media Center Edition pc however. We're just running XP home. I am thinking of upgrading to Vista on just our media computer. I know that Vista is/has MCE. I know that MCE can work with a remote. Here's my question...
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    Video converting software?

    I have tried Windows Media Encoder and no matter what settings I tried, it still errored out on me. I'll try the Movie Maker next. Thanks for all of the advice.
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    Video converting software?

    I have a bunch of AVIs that I would like to convert to WMV format and was wondering what the best software was for such a task. They original AVIs are in 16:9 and I would like to keep it that way in WMV. The reason for conversion is that my Xbox360 is only recognizing WMV files (I have XP not...
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    Review: Creative Zen Vision:M

    On Saturday I found what I think was the only Vision:M in the state being sold at a brick and mortar store. I've been abusing it ever since. Here are my thoughts: The video playback and quaility are the best I've seen. A few of my coworkers have 5g ipods so I've seen many of them, and the...
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    Suggestions for video download sites...

    Not too against spending 'some' cash. If I could do the apple thing, I would spend a buck or two for an episode of a tv show... but I don't know of any other venue where I can do that. EDIT: or, if somebody can suggest a free conversion software to change the video format of apples stuff...
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    Suggestions for video download sites...

    I just purchased a Creative Zen Vision:M (wasn't easy to find one at a B&M!!). Anyways, I'm looking for video to show off the unit. The only kind it can't play or convert is Quicktime (so the apple stuff is out!). Are there any legal places on the web where I can download good quality video...
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    Why is beef jerky so expensive?

    Nothing beats venison jerky. Used to hunt when I was younger and always got half a hind made into jerky by our local butcher. About 50 times better than any store bought beef jerky and also healthier. Anyone else out there know the sweet pleasure of dried deer meat (especially if it's your...
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    If the security detector at the store beeps on your way out ...

    True, but in most states when there's a citizens arrest the person that detains the shoplifter must announce it then show up at the arrainment and act just as the cop that arrested somebody would. And, you can't just arrest people on a whim. Because you're acting like a cop, you too can be...
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    If the security detector at the store beeps on your way out ...

    I'm going to disagree. This is all UNLESS they actually watch you steal something. They can ask for you to hand over your bags for a search, however, if you do not agree to the search, they can not forcably make you had over YOUR bag. That is called stealing. What they can do is this...
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    If the security detector at the store beeps on your way out ...

    In order for loss prevention associates to stop a patron they must see you take something, follow you (not losing you for a moment) and watch you walk out the door with it. Now, they can do that with cameras too, and that makes it easier to prosecute. Now, if they fail to meet those...
  14. Adam.Heckman

    Prison Break ongoing thread

    New to the thread, I just read it all this morning. I watched the pilot(s) on their 'encore' showing and DVRed eppy #3 and watched it last night. First off, I'm into it, it's pretty cool (you're right, as long as you can suspend some logical thinking). I have two questions: 1) Can...
  15. Adam.Heckman

    Chinese TV box sets...

    Well, that's the info I was looking for! Thanks for that, I guess I'll be looking for used copies locally or on ebay. Thanks again for the responses.
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    Chinese TV box sets...

    I was looking on ebay earlier today to see about used copies of the first season of the X-Files. And I noticed that there are chinese versions selling for MUCH cheaper. Example: Big Box Stores will sell the first season for $90 where I can buy all 9 seasons in an asian box set for $90. What...
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    Any opinions on Leatherman tools?

    http://www.gerbertools.com/Gerber-Mu...egend-8239.htm GERBER! I own a Gerber multi-tool, which has been mentioned in this thread. I have also owned multiple Leathermen. (Is that the plural?) Anyways, the Gerber hands down wins. One handed blade/scissor opening, better locking action...
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    Help me spend $1000CDN on www.bestbuy.ca

    1000 Canadian? What's that equal in USD? Like a buck fifty and a moose? ;) Just kidding. The USD isn't doing all that well right now anyways. You could build an HTPC for that... www.htpcnews.com is a good place to start. Or, since you're happy with your current theater setup, have...
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    Question to all 563a owners.

    Yeah, mine is well over a year old, maybe two. Never updated firmware because I never needed to. My fiance watched the movie 3 weeks ago and it played fine (she hated it, BTW).
  20. Adam.Heckman

    Lois and Clark possibly in 2005!

    Maybe a little premature, but does anyone know when the next season is scheduled to be released? If at all? My fiance loves the show and she's watched the whole first season already and is dying for info on the second.
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    Internet Poker & Blackjack - Tried it? Any good at it?

    I've played poker very casually for 10 years, and now that's it's trendy I started a lunchroom game at work and play online. The only thing about some of the online sites is this, it can take a lot to get your money to the site. Most major credit cards won't charge to a gambling site. Just a...
  22. Adam.Heckman

    ***Official STAR WARS Episode III: REVENGE OF THE SITH Review Thread

    Saw it last night. Most of this will be spoilers: Good stuff: CGI was mind numbing, but I think we all knew it would be. Just amazing. Acting was better across the whole movie. Great closure and perfect link back to eppi 4. Less 'mechandise whoring' (read: no jar jar). Dark. I list it...
  23. Adam.Heckman

    Man Oh Man This is Killing Me.............

    Hey, don't listen to all that man. Sounds like you got a lot of good stuff going with her. Perhaps she didn't return your call so quick because she's a busy person. Or perhaps not. You'll find out by hanging out with her. Have fun!!
  24. Adam.Heckman

    Man Oh Man This is Killing Me.............

    Well, not being a simpsons watcher, it was completely fresh. Nice catch on that reference though.
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    Man Oh Man This is Killing Me.............

    That was hilarious. I know a guy that sells watches on newbury st, they sell rolex and all the high end stuff. After I saw all that, I still liked the TAGs in their 'low end' case the best. Good call. Because I'm in Quincy, I'm looking for cool places near by to hang out... you said you...
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    Man Oh Man This is Killing Me.............

    Nice to meet you 'neighbor'. Hope they still have some left there for you. BTW, I'm glad things seem to be working out for you.
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    Man Oh Man This is Killing Me.............

    Sherman, Couldn't help but notice that you're sig says Weymouth MA. I'm in Quincy. The Weymouth BJs wholesale has first season 24 for 20 bucks. Bought it last week. Never seen the show before this season and now I'm hooked. Nice, thoughtful gift, that's cheaper than a dinner. Good luck...
  28. Adam.Heckman

    Lost Season 1 ongoing thread (merged)

    Okay, so one question answered. That's good. And it's also good that they laid out the motivation for such a move. Also, I DEFINATELY think that there is more going on with Jack than just being weak. In an hour long show that's as packed as lost, nothing is done without forethought and...
  29. Adam.Heckman

    Lost Season 1 ongoing thread (merged)

    Wow. Yeah, that would be a dissapointment if it were THE thing revealed by the end of the season. However, there's still 5 hours of show left, and that's a lot to fill. Howver, good info!! Thanks.
  30. Adam.Heckman

    Lost Season 1 ongoing thread (merged)

    True. So, as the season nears its end, what mysteries could be explained? The Monster The hatch The others/whisperers Danielle The wire./cable (found by sayid) The cause of the crash The other survivors Who bonked Sayid in the head Ethan's backstory (why he's on the island!?!?) The...
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