Recent content by Aarmin

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    How is the sound information transfered in a 3.0 or 3.1 speaker setup?

    If I have a front left and right speakers, along with a center channel speakers, and I program my receiver with no surround speakers connected will it send the surround sound to the L and R speakers? Will the center channel still play the main on-screen dialogue? My receivers instructional...
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    Looking for a good 2.1 set up for computer.

    I think I may have left out a lot of details. I do not really have the space for bookshelf speakers on my desk. I am more for table top speakers... (I didn't want to say desktop speakers for in fear of computer speaker recommendations :P ). This is not the most ideal setup, but hey ... when...
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    Looking for a good 2.1 set up for computer.

    I would prefer not to spend more than $500; however, I already have a decent A/V receiver. They will be set on my desktop, next to my monitor; the desk is right next to a thick wall. Maybe not the perfect set-up, but this is what I have. A lot of the smaller speakers come in surround sets...
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    Looking for a good 2.1 set up for computer.

    Due to my current living conditions and crazzy job, I do not have a living room like back in the day. My custom built computer (just put it together - first build I ever did :) ) is my Sim City 4 gaming machine, DVD player, and cable TV viewer. First off, please do not recommend so so 2.1...
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    Sim City 4 good to go on Vista?

    I want to start playing SC4 again, but my laptop obviously can not handle such a game. Never fear, because I am in the process of building my very own computer (for the first time ... sigh) :D All personal preferences aside, does anyone here play SC4 on Vista with little issues? I know it...
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    Is there a proper way of calibrating a TV display?

    So, I turned on my PS3 for the first time, but it just doesn't "look" right. After adjusting settings, it was noticeably improved; however, I feel like I may just be missing something. Does anyone have positive feedback on using a calibration CD? Or does everyone just wing it by their own eyes.
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    burning oil and also coolant?

    Propaganda myth.
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    Looking for small, sleek looking case.

    I'm kindof leaning towards the Antec NSK3480. Would I be able to put an adapter to mount a hard drive in the 5.25" bay? disappointing.. :P
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    Looking for small, sleek looking case.

    I have been searching the last few days for a small and sleek computer case; maybe I would have better luck if my internet was back to normal. Not sure where to start; looking for (1)5.2" external drive bay, (1)3.5" external (for card reader), and internal space for two hardrives. This...
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    What media-player do you sync with your iPod?

    I know I am a little late on this, but it bothers me. You CAN NOT correct iTunes; if you can, then Apple has made it not so user friendly.
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    Thinking about buying a barebones system...

    AGAIN. My concern is the software/drivers. And excuse me for what you think is unusual. If I cant get any assistance, can I at least have some website recommendations?
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    Thinking about buying a barebones system...

    I'm not looking for a particular model. Just in the beginning thoughts of a do-it-yourself PC. I'm not much of a computer geek, but I know I do not like my slugish Gateway laptop.
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    Thinking about buying a barebones system...

    http://us.shuttle.com/barebone/BareboneHome.html A XPC Barebone (I just learned what XPC is today). Is it true it is cheaper than buying a pre-assembled PC? I have never owned a custom computer. Looks a lot funner choosing my own gear and assembling; only concern I have are there...
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    xbox 360 decent upscaling DVD player?

    Get a 360 for games, and a upscaling DVD player for your movies. This is at least what I am doing; purchased a Samsung DVD-HD870 for $42 (after adding shipping charges) on Amazon; supposedly it is just a store display model and 'like new'. Guess I will find out.
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    HD movies on my 360

    Addon? That seems silly. Just searched it today, maybe I would prefer spending a few more $ on a DVD player?