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  1. Matt_ES

    I did it, DVP-CX995V come to daddy

    Wow that looks great. I'd be very interested to know 3 aspects of this when it comes: 1 - Can you select the disc number via remote? i have had the 400 Disc CX-985V for a couple years, and one of the most frustrating and unbelievable things with this is that you can't sit on your duff and...
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    Is there a DVR that has additional Hard Drive port?

    I have had the Panasonic DVD Recorder with a 40 gig built in drive since '02 and was wondering if anyone knows of a newer similar product that has the ability to connect a common external USB or FW hard drive for expanded storage? How cool would that be? thanks, -matt
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    American Theater Systems in NJ...any experiences?

    No Them and a lot of other places that sell online carry lines that absolutely do not honor warranties if you buy from them. THEM, being on-line non authorized dealers. Yet these dealers claim they do. MAJOR integrity issues here, especially when you're talking about $2K or more! You...
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    Different Models of PS2?

    I'm seeing a PS2 going on Ebay every 3-5 minutes, it's incredible. All different prices, game combos, extras, all the BS. What I want to know is, were there various models of the basic unit itself over the years? Upgrades? Processor speeds? Anything I should know before I bid? At around...
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    MD not picking up optical signal

    I think the crux of my original post, and what it all comes down to is this: Are the current signals sent out via optical connex copy-proofed to fool the MD recording mechanism? I want to treat my MD like a good old-fashioned tape recorder, and record anything that goes in or out of my...
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    MD not picking up optical signal

    Naw, I was having problems with the Sony ES before this. Besides, it's a B&K!!! (sweet, sweet, sweet)
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    MD not picking up optical signal

    No, it doesn't pick up the signal bars for L & R. Everything goes thru the receiver, CD's, Cable, whatever. I'd like to record FM sometimes, I can't even do that! Never said can't record. I haven't looked lately, but I'm sure there is a much more current model than mine. What the hell am...
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    MD not picking up optical signal

    MDS-JB930, about 3 y/o MD deck & recorder. Back in the day, I could record directly from my older Sony ES333 receiver, which was hooked up to my Dish Network receiver. All, via Optical cables. It even recognized one tune to the next on the Music Channels, it was the best. Now, it can't...
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    B&K 307 won't read Sony 400-CD/MP3 players MP3 files!

    I called my guy at the store I bought it at, and said what you all said. I proposed to bring it in for a credit for, (get this) .....Sony DVP-CX985V 400 Disc SACD DVD Changer. They have it for $400, which means you guys can find it for $300 on Ebay! I hope it doesn't do the same thing as...
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    B&K 307 won't read Sony 400-CD/MP3 players MP3 files!

    So did they fix this problem? Or are they just going to sell out what they have? Is there another name out there that holds 400 discs for the same price or close? Now that I just spent 4 goddamn days perfecting my Excel sheet!#*@&!
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    satalite receiver audio

    I had Dish Network for a couple years, and I don't ever recall the receiver breaking anything down into 5.1 or surround. But, Comcast Cable offered me a free year, so I took it. The video is not as clean as sat. was, but the sound is devine!!! Band of Brothers had Nazi's conversing...
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    B&K 307 won't read Sony 400-CD/MP3 players MP3 files!

    You've read the title, you know what I'm working with. The 307 is probably a 2001 model, right before MP3 disc readers came into fruition. I just hooked up my 400 Disc Jukebox via the optical link, and the receiver plays the Audio CD's just great. But, none of the MP3 discs are...
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    B&K dealers

    Hey Chip! Thanks, there isn't a disatisfied customer out there that I've found when it comes to B&K reviews and opinions. What do you make of this surround issue I'm having; I know it's only been 2 movies, but how come I'm not getting anything from the rears, and the flick's all center...
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    B&K sounds divine, EXCEPT FOR DVD!!! (no surround volume?!?)

    Just bought a used B&K 307 receiver from an original owner, have JM Lab Cobalt-S, Center, fronts, and Surround 800's + SW800. Music, Stereo, Surround (digital cable in DTS!!!), everything sounds like it should, and better than I expected. But, with both Kill Bill's played back to back, there...
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    B&K dealers

    I just drove 3 hours out of town to buy a 307 from a guy who was the original owner. He settled a bill down to $1250, and so far it sounds unbelievable. I'm still trying to figure out the crossover, EQ, and matters related to allocating frequencies to the right speakers, I know I have some...
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    FS: Mint B&K Seperates

    Tim, Tell me about the powering issue you had the scare with way back when. Have you been running these regularly?
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    FS: Mint B&K Seperates

    Tim, are you still selling these? -matt
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    BOSE Acoustimass 15 - 5 Dbl.Cubes + Sub + Ribbon Cable + Center extra

    I was going to put my 3 y/o Bose surround package on eBay with a $500 reserve, but figured I could move it with less hassle here. It is a Black 2001 Bose Acoustimass 15 surround system with a Center channel thrown in as an extra. Total cost me $1600 new. These have been in my...
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    FS: Mint B&K Seperates

    Hey, where are you located?
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    Miami Vice

    Fuck that bullshit. If they do that, they'll have destroyed it. I'll wait for it to come back on Network, DVD Record it. That's it. No Peter Gabriel? Phil? Glen? Agghhhh... Surprised, but NOT pleasantly! (ps-hope this is still america and i can swear like this)
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    Faux night sky ceiling - got info?

    Recreate "STARRY NIGHT"!!!!
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    American Theater Systems in NJ...any experiences?

    I am coonsidering spending an awful lot of money at this online site, the feedback in Audiogon is almost all positive, has anyone had any experiences here? The products, albeit are labled as factory sealed, are still quite high end. I don't what forum to post this one in, thanks, -matt
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    Miami Vice

    I heard that the relese of Miami Vice Episodes may be nearly impossible considering all the top-name music headlines within the soundtracks of all the shows. What a shame it would be if that were indeed what could prevent it's release. Especially seeing as that's one of the things that made...
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    OK, settled. Sunfire or B&K 5-channel Amp?

    Does B&K make good sounding amps? Is 125x5 enough power not for volume, but for clarity and quality? My livingroom is not that large, maybe 12x16 at best. 8' ceilings. Or would I be better off with a powerhouse Sunfire 200x5? I guess the more important question is, Sunfire Theater Grand...
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    (temporarily) using my Sony 333ES as a Pre-Amp, getting a good Amp now.

    When I told an stereophile shop here in Chi-Town that I would like to get a very good Receiver, such as a Sunfire Ultimate or B&K 307, he seriously tried to talk me into buying a very good 5-channel amp right now, and using the Pre-outs on the Sony because the ES is actually very good circuitry...
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    Home Depot RCA Brand Speaker Wires (rip them out o' the wall?)

    Whadya talkin' about City of Chicago building code stuff? We don't follow no stinkin' codes in this town! (E2 - Hahaha) Seriously, it's only set in along the basemouldings with beaded "Household Goop" adhesive, and then primed and painted.
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    Digital Cable (Comcast) vs. XM/Sirius via-optilink

    Aye, and thanks. So far, my intuition has been paying off. Check out my recent post about speaker cables too. Thank you, and my month long road trip will be accompanied by my beloved Keg! (How's that for unlimited?) -matt
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    Digital Cable (Comcast) vs. XM/Sirius via-optilink

    I don't have Satellite radio, nor do I intend to purchase it anytime soon. But, I want to know if what I'm listening to on my Motorola digital cable is close to the clarity you guys got via Sat. I just discovered this, I guess I always knew it was there, but am fed up with 31 years of FM...
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    Home Depot RCA Brand Speaker Wires (rip them out o' the wall?)

    Thank you 10X over. I'm glad and I think I'll leave them in. PS- I've found another great product from Home Depot on the same day! Venetian Plaster Faux Finish. This stuff is thick like toothpaste, and you can get yer fingers in the grooves of the wires, so it hides them like nothing I've...
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    Home Depot RCA Brand Speaker Wires (rip them out o' the wall?)

    I just spent many hours setting in my Home Depot 12 gauge (RCA Brand) "High Performance Digital Speaker Cable" into the baseboards, caulked, primed, and ready to seemlessly faux-finish in with the rest of the decorating job. The whole place is wired, and looks incredible. I have the JM Lab...
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