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|In fulfilling the Peace Corps' mandate to share the face of America with their host countries, Peace Corps is making special efforts to see that all of America's richness is reflected in the Volunteer corps. More Americans of color are serving in today's Peace Corps than at any time in recent years. Differences in race, ethnic background, age, religion, and sexual orientation are expected and welcomed among our Volunteers. Part of the Peace Corps' mission is to help dispel any notion that Americans are all of one origin or race and to establish that each of us is as thoroughly American as the other despite our many differences.
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In fulfilling the Peace Corps' mandate to share the face of America with our host countries, we are making special efforts to see that all of America's richness is reflected in the Volunteer corps. More Americans of color are serving in today's Peace Corps than at any time in recent years. Differences in race, ethnic background, age, religion, and sexual orientation are expected and welcomed among our Volunteers. Part of the Peace Corps' mission is to help dispel any notion that Americans are all of one origin or race and to establish that each of us is as thoroughly American as the other despite our many differences.
Our diversity helps us accomplish that goal. In other ways, however, it poses challenges. In Macedonia, as in other Peace Corps host countries, Volunteers' behavior, lifestyle, background, and beliefs will be judged in a cultural context very different from our own. Certain personal perspectives or characteristics commonly accepted in the United States may be quite uncommon, unacceptable, or even repressed in Macedonia.
Outside of Macedonia's capital, residents of rural communities have had relatively little direct exposure to other cultures, races, religions, and lifestyles. What people view as typical American behavior or norms may be misconception, such as the belief that all Americans are rich and have blond hair and blue eyes. The people of Macedonia are justly known for their generous hospitality to foreigners; however, members of the community in which you will live may display a range of reactions to cultural differences that you present.
To ease the transition and adapt to life in Macedonia, you may need to make some temporary, yet fundamental, compromises in how you present yourself as an American and as an individual. For example, female trainees and Volunteers may not be able to exercise the independence available to them in the United States; political discussions need to be handled with great care; and some of your personal beliefs may best remain undisclosed. You will need to develop techniques and personal strategies for coping with these and other limitations. The Peace Corps staff will lead diversity and sensitivity discussions during your pre-service training and will be on call to provide support, but the challenge ultimately will be your own.
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Overview of Diversity in Macedonia
The Peace Corps staff in Macedonia recognizes adjustment issues that come with diversity and will endeavor to provide support and guidance. During pre-service training, several sessions will be held to discuss diversity and coping mechanisms. We look forward to having male and female Volunteers from a variety of races, ethnic groups, ages, religions, and sexual orientations and hope that you will become part of a diverse group of Americans who take pride in supporting one another and demonstrating the richness of American culture. You will also quickly learn that Macedonia is a country of rich diversity with various ethnic groups and religions represented. They, too, are coping with the challenges of diversity and learning to live with one another.
What Might a Volunteer Face?
Possible Issues for Female Volunteers
Macedonian women have historically been a vital part of the country's workforce, taking on both managerial and supervisory roles and working as school administrators, business owners, doctors, local government officials, and members of Parliament. Nevertheless, gender stereotypes are more evident and accepted in Macedonia than in the United States.
Female Volunteers should not expect to be able to maintain all of their American habits in Macedonia. Adapting to local norms and customs is a necessity wherever Volunteers serve. Macedonians, especially women, generally lead more restricted lifestyles than Americans do. Women do not go out alone at night, and jogging or walking alone for exercise is uncommon. In addition, women in villages do not usually smoke in public. While these activities are not forbidden for female Volunteers, they may have to make some compromises. For example, Macedonians tend to speak more quietly and do not smile as much in public. Groups of Americans may seem too loud to locals. Female Volunteers should avoid eye contact with strange men, especially on buses and in the street. In addition, gender roles and acceptable behavior between the sexes may also change within the various ethnic groups represented in the country, which includes Macedonian, Albanian, Turkish, Roma, and other ethnic groups.
Possible Issues for Volunteers of Color
You may be the only trainee or Volunteer within a particular project who is a member of a minority group. You may not receive, or be able to receive, the necessary personal support from other Volunteers, and there may be no minority role models.
Once you move to your site, you may work and live with individuals who have no experience or understanding of a non-Caucasian-American culture. Because of ignorance, stereotyped cultural perceptions, or Macedonia's historical involvement with certain countries, you may encounter varying degrees of attention in your day-to-day life. You may not be perceived as being North American, in some instances, for those Volunteers who are of Asian American background, you may even be referred to as "Japanese" or "Chinese." These comments are not derogatory, but derive from people in Macedonia focusing attention on the ethnicity of any individual. This might lead people here to think that you are really not an American but of the country of your ethnic background. In any community where you are not known, you need to be prepared for staring, pointing, and comments. Finally, you should be prepared to encounter comments that would be considered completely inappropriate in the United States. Such offensive terms, however, usually are uttered because people are not aware of acceptable terms in English and not because they are meant to be offensive. Macedonia is a country of ethnicities whereas the United States is a country of many nationalities. This emphasis on ethnicity will lead many in Macedonia to question Volunteers who may represent an ethnic group about their background and history.
Possible Issues for Senior Volunteers
Respect comes with age in Macedonia. Younger Volunteers may have to work harder than their older colleagues to be accepted as professionals. It is not uncommon for younger Volunteers to look to older ones for advice and support. Some seniors find this a very enjoyable part of their experience, while others choose not to fill this role. Overall, senior Volunteers are highly valued for the wealth of experience they bring to their communities and counterparts. Yet you may sometimes feel isolated within the Peace Corps community because the majority of Volunteers are in their 20s; they may have little understanding of the lives and experiences of seniors.
Training may present its own special challenges. Older trainees have encountered a lack of attention to their needs for a particular learning environment, including timing, presentation of materials, comfort level, and health. You may need to be assertive to develop an effective individual approach to language learning.
Before leaving for Macedonia, you should consider how you will deal with issues such as possible family emergencies, maintaining lifelong friendships, and deciding who will have power of attorney for attending to your financial matters.
Possible Issues for Gay, Lesbian, or Bisexual Volunteers
Homosexuality is not generally accepted in Macedonia. Although there undoubtedly are homosexuals and bisexuals in the country, there is no visible gay community, and finding local gays who live openly is unlikely. If you are accustomed to being open about your sexual orientation, you should be prepared for some feelings of isolation at home and in the workplace.
Possible Religious Issues for Volunteers
You are free to exercise your religious beliefs but you may not engage in proselytizing or other activities that are against the law or would impair your effectiveness as a Volunteer. Most Macedonians belong to the Eastern Orthodox Church. The second largest religion is Islam, but you will also find small numbers of Roman Catholics, and Protestants.
Possible Issues for Volunteers With Disabilities
As a disabled Volunteer in Macedonia, you may face a special set of challenges. Macedonia has an old, poorly maintained infrastructure that does not always accommodate individuals with disabilities. Few public places, for example, have been made accessible to wheelchairs. Because sidewalks are uneven and cars frequently park in pedestrian areas, visually-impaired Volunteers may have a harder time walking around on their own.
Nevertheless, the Peace Corps' Office of Medical Services determined that you were physically and emotionally capable, with or without reasonable accommodations, of performing a full tour of Volunteer service in Macedonia without unreasonable risk to yourself or interruption of your service. Peace Corps/Macedonia staff will work with disabled Volunteers to make reasonable accommodations in training, housing, job sites, and other areas to enable them to serve safely and effectively.


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Are Prices Countercyclical? Evidence From East Asian Countries (ICPSR 1168)
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STARLIGHT, PA — During the month of October, The Big D Arts and Crafts League will feature the paintings of Caroline Harrow in the gallery at the Inn at Starlight Lake.
Livingston Manor artist Harrow enjoys painting old barns and nature scenes in her realistic watercolor paintings. Her limited palette and muted colors have often been compared to Wyeth.
"I tried other mediums but found that my true love is in watercolors. I grew up on a farm in High Falls, NY and attended one of the last one-room schools in the state.
"This childhood instilled in me a love of the mountains, nature and a simpler life. I try to bring these feelings to my paintings."
Harrow is a signature member of the North East Watercolor Society and has been included in their International Exhibition, Kent, Ct. for the last six years. Among her many awards are the NEWS Rosenberger Award, Mike Hein Ulster County Purchase Award as well as the Winter Wonders of the Catskills for two consecutive years.
Her work is included in many private as well as corporate collections throughout the United States and Canada.
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She is preceded in death by her parents; son, Joe Ray Camacho; brother, Ernesto Camacho; and brother-in-law, Richard Martinez.
She leaves behind her loving companion Jesse Puentes; daughters, Diana Camacho Pirir, Sara Villeda; son, Felix Camacho; 8 grandchildren, Jasmine Pitts, Mark Pitts, Jovannie Villeda, Victoria Villeda, Alyssa Camacho, Felix Isaiah Camacho, Jermiah Pablo, Jamal Pablo; 2 great-grandchildren, Jayden Camacho, Keizmine Waldron Pitts; four brothers, Nazario "Wally" Camacho, Jose "PePe" Camacho, Santiago "Jimmy" Camacho, Tomas Camacho; sister, Gloria Camacho- Martinez; and numerous nieces and nephews.
The family would like to give a special thank you to Irma Reyes, Kristie Puentes, and family for their loving care.
The family received friends on Wednesday, April 10, 2013, from 3:00 pm to 9:00 pm; with a Holy Rosary recited at 7:00 pm. Rites of Christian burial were celebrated on Thursday, April 11, 2013, at Christ the King at 10:00 am; interment followed at Gregory Cemetery.
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BARRE TOWN Michael Joseph Calevro, 68, of Camp Street, died early Saturday morning at his home with his family at his bedside.
Born March 24, 1945, in Barre City, he was the son of Dante and Emma (Grandfield) Calevro. He attended North Barre Graded School and graduated from Spaulding High School in 1963 where he was an outstanding basketball, football and baseball player.
He excelled in basketball at Spaulding High School, being a member of the Class A, State High School Championship teams in 1961, 1962 and 1963 and played in the New England High School Basketball Tournament at Boston Garden, following those seasons.
In 1967, he graduated from Johnson State College where he played on the Varsity Basketball and soccer teams, being elected to the College Athletic Hall of Fame at Johnson State.
On December 16, 1967, he married Shelia V. Buttura in St. Monica Catholic Church. Most of their married life had been spent at their present home, in Barre Town.
He began his working career as an elementary school teacher in Washington and later taught Junior High at the Barre Town Elementary School. From 1975 to 1995 he was an agent and sales manager for the Prudential Insurance Company and was their national sales manager of the year in 1977.
In 1995 Michael began his career in granite sales and manufacturing at Buttura and Sons Granite Company where he became a part owner with Leo Fella Buttura. After selling his interest to Mark Gherardi, he became a salesman for the newly formed Buttura and Gherardi Granite Artisans.
Mushrooming, the family camp at Joes Pond where he was an avid fire builder, cooking, his pontoon boat rides, rare flowers, horseracing at Saratoga, his tree garden, landscaping and brush cutting were very special times.
Michael will also be remembered as the play by play radio announcer for WSKI high school basketball games and his longtime membership on the Barre High School Basketball Tournament Committee.
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Besides his wife, Sheila, he leaves two daughters, Mia Calevro in Montpelier and Kami Calevro and her partner, Scott Norton of Brooklyn, N.Y., and nieces, nephews and cousins.
Besides his parents, he was predeceased by his brothers Francis and Danny Calevro and sisters Virginia Starr, Roberta Cooley and Ellen Draper.
Michaels life will be honored and celebrated on Wednesday, April 24, 2013 at 11 a.m. at St. Monica Catholic Church. Burial will follow in the Hope Cemetery.
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Friday, July 19, 2013
BY: Rabbi Joshua Gruenberg
I have now seen thousands of Facebook posts with people pictured in "hoodie" sweatshirts proclaiming, "I am Trayvon Martin." I understand the purpose of these posts, but in truth I am not Trayvon Martin and I never will be. As a white Jewish American living in the Northeast Unites States, I will never know what is like to be Martin where one might be judged as dangerous based on the color of one's skin. But this episode and the horrific quick decision that George Zimmerman made is emblematic of a growing epidemic in this country.
Just a few short years ago Rutgers student Tyler Clementi killed himself in another manifestation of this problem in America today. In that episode, two seemingly great kids made a bad decision that will affect the lives of many people forever. Clemneti jumped off the George Washington Bridge after his rommate and another student set up a webcam that spied on Tyler, who was gay, and showed him kissing another man.
I can't help but think that had it not been so easy for them to post the pictures — had there actually been a two-minute wait to execute the post — that during that time they might have realized the error of what they were about to do.
I also can't help but wonder had George Zimmerman been forced to stop and take but a few moments to think seriously about what he was doing whether or not he might have realized that what he was about to do could not have had any kind of positive outcome.
The epidemic that I speak of is the conflict between correct behavior and capability. In other words, it is time that Americans en masse realize that just because we can do something does not mean that we should.
For too long in America, we have raced to discover all that we are able to do. This is not entirely a bad thing. In fact, much of our desire to scale new barriers has lead to some of the greatest innovations in the last 50 years. But it can go too far.
There are times when these new discoveries lead us down a dangerous path. For example, when the Internet was of the dial-up variety, it took much longer to send anything, thereby giving the "poster" a few precious moments to genuinely think about the appropriateness of sending a message or a picture. In the days before cell phones, the lack of immediate contact offered one more time to internalize whether or not the call was worthwhile and the necessity of placing it.
We will wonder for days and weeks about how this horrible tragedy could have been avoided. But none of that wondering will bring Trayvon back to those who love him and it will not address the underlying epidemic that is growing every day in this great country. If we truly want to say, "I am Trayvon Martin," we should use this mantra to help spread the idea that we all need to take a step back from all of our human ability and stop worrying so much about whether or not we can do something and focus more on whether or not we should.
Rabbi Joshua Gruenberg is the spiritual leader of Congregation Beth El in Yardley.


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The Wood County sheriff said at least two people have died in a house fire in the Town of Sigel.
Sheriff Thomas Reichert said a search continues in the burned house for other possible victims. Area fire departments were called to the house that was engulfed in flames about 2:30 a.m. Wednesday.
Reichert said the fire has been extinguished.
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Stocks Advance Despite Speculation Fed to Taper
NEW YORK ( TheStreet) -- U.S. stocks rose for a third time Tuesday as investors await guidance from the Federal Reserve about the future of its sweeping economic stimulus program.
The S&P 500 rose 0.42% to close at 1,704.76 while the Dow Jones Industrial Average added 0.29% to finish at 15,539.63. The Nasdaq gained 0.75% to 3,745.70.
The S&P has gained 4.4% in September, but is sideways since the end of July as investors voiced concern about the strength of the U.S. economic recovery and the possibility that the Fed would begin to curb the stimulus measures that helped fuel the S&P 500's 18% gain during the first seven months of 2013. The S&P 500 has advanced 1.1% since July 31.
"Everybody thought that tapering was going to take the market down, but so far it hasn't," said Dan Veru, chief investment officer at Palisade Capital Management. "So far, the big scary September-October period hasn't been so scary."
"Everyone can exhale until we have to start worrying about what the Fed will do next, and how the latest fiscal battle in Washington will play out," Ed Yardeni, the New York-based president and chief investment strategist at Yardeni Research said in a client note. "When these issues are resolved, there will be another relief rally."
The Goldman Sachs financial conditions index shows that the economy has worsened slightly since the committee's July meeting owing largely to higher interest rates. Goldman Sachs anticipates the Fed will announce the beginnings of a "soft taper" at this week's meeting, featuring a widely expected $10 billion cut to the monthly rate of asset purchases, as the Fed appears to remain particularly concerned about the continued rise in mortgage rates while weighing the potential cost of the ongoing purchases.
The Consumer Price Index increased by a less-than-expected 0.1% in August after gaining 0.2% in July, the Bureau of Labor Statistics said Tuesday. Economists were expecting an increase of 0.2%, according to a Thomson Reuters survey of economists.
The National Association of Home Builders' housing market index meanwhile remained at 58 for September after August's number was downwardly revised from 59. The index continues to sit at an eight-year high, though the NAHB commented there has been a pause in momentum as consumers wait to see where interest rates settle.


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Riad Rcif
The guest house Riad Rcif is located in the nicest district of the old Medina of Fez, in Morocco, at a very short distance from Bab Boujloud, the famous blue gate of the Medina.
This charming riad in the heart of Fes has been completely renovated in 2012. Rcif offers 8 bedrooms with air conditioning and heating, with luxury features : A panoramic terrace with a stunning view over Fez and its entire Medina.
The guest house offers free Wi-Fi in the all riad and satellite TV.
An attentive staff will ensure your well-being & comfort. A cook is at your disposal to prepare the best local specialities.
A true art of living in Moroccan style, a land of peace in the heart of Fes Medina, will ensure you an unforgettable stay in Riad Rcif.
The Riad Rcif benefits from its easy access with a parking just on place, at the riad's door.
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Cancellation Policy: 3 days before arrival
Check In: 2.00 pm
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- 24 Hour Reception
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Rcif Riad is located 5 minutes walk from the famous Place R\\\'cif and Cinema EL AMAL R\\\'cif.
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This image of the planetary nebula SuWt 2 reveals a bright ring-like structure encircling a bright central star. The central star is actually a close binary system where two stars completely circle each other every five days. The interaction of these stars and the more massive star that sheds material to create the nebula formed the ring structure. The burned out core of the massive companion has yet to be found inside the nebula. The nebula is located 6,500 light-years from Earth in the direction of the constellation Centaurus. This color image was taken on Jan. 31, 1995 with the National Optical Astronomy Observatory's 1.5-meter telescope at the Cerro Tololo Inter-American Observatory in Chile.
Object Name: SuWt 2
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Analysis backs public lending of state cashBy Neal P. Goswami
VERMONT PRESS BUREAU | January 20,2014MONTPELIER A new report released by advocates for a state bank in Vermont supports legislation introduced in the Senate to grant banking authority to the Vermont Economic Development Authority.
The study, which explored the economic impacts of a public bank in Vermont, was conducted by the University of Massachusetts and the University of Vermont and funded by the Donella Meadows Institute.
According to its findings, if state government cash on hand were used by VEDA and the Vermont Housing Finance Agency to loan to businesses and homebuyers, the state could see more than 2,500 new jobs and infuse $192 million into the states economy.
Those are some significant impacts, so I think its worth taking a more detailed look at what a bank would involve, how it would be structured and the benefits for the state of Vermont, said Gwendolyn Hallsmith of Vermonters for a New Economy, an informal group backing a Vermont state bank.
Hallsmith said the study was completed with limited resources. However, it shows the viability of a state banking entity, she said.
According to Hallsmith, opponents have argued that the state would not have enough cash on hand if its current deposits in commercial banks were redirected exclusively to in-state investments. She said the study found that keeping a 34 percent reserve, higher than the 10 percent standard for commercial banks, would mean the state would never be short of money to pay its ongoing obligations.
Hallsmith, the former planning and community development director in Montpelier, was recently fired from that job after a public spat with Montpelier City Manager William Fraser and Mayor John Hollar, who represents banking interests as a lobbyist. Hallsmith maintains she was fired over her support for a public bank; in a letter to Hallsmith, the city manager had cited performance issues and insubordination.
The study compared the state bank in North Dakota, the only public bank in the U.S., with commercial banking in Vermont. Ultimately, the report steers away from calling for a state bank like the system in North Dakota. Instead, it recommends providing banking authority to VEDA and allowing it to become a depository for state money.
Everybody that I talk to seems to think that VEDA does a great job with their lending and we should give them more money to lend, Hallsmith said.
The report supports legislation introduced by Sen. Anthony Pollina, a Washington County Progressive. His bill calls for a new program, 10 Percent for Vermont, which would amend VEDAs authority and allow it to engage in banking.
Under Pollinas legislation, which has been referred to the Senate Finance Committee, 10 percent of the states cash would be deposited in VEDA and be used as capital for local economic growth projects.
The state currently deposits its cash in two large commercial banks TD Bank and Peoples United that lend money wherever it creates the most profit. Pollina said his plan would have tax dollars invested where they would benefit the state most, like renewable energy projects, affordable housing and agriculture.
Hallsmith said her group is focused on educating the public on the benefits of a state bank and securing advisory questions on town meeting ballots around the state. She said the Montpelier City Council voted this week to place an advisory question on its ballot. East Montpelier has agreed, too, Hallsmith said.
Previous attempts to pass legislation concerning a state bank have been stymied. Hallsmith said she expects furious opposition from commercial banks to any effort to secure a public banking function in Vermont.
I dont mean to sound as if its terribly likely that well end up with a state bank this legislative session, she said. Theres a lot of resistance on the part of large banks. They recognize that this necessarily isnt in their best interests.
neal.goswami @timesargus.comMORE IN Vermont NewsMONTPELIER Rep. Peter Welch, D-Vt. Full StoryVermont Attorney General Bill Sorrell plans to join the U.S. Full StoryMONTPELIER Gov. Full Story
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Trivia Tuesday set in six locations
MARTINSBURG – Trivia Tuesday offers trivia games at six locations in West Virginia and Maryland. It's free to play and each week the highest score team at each venue wins a $25 gift card.
For game locations, visit www.triviatuesday.com.
Gymkana Troupe to perform Friday
HAGERSTOWN, Md. – Hagerstown Community College will host the University of Maryland Gymkana Troupe at 7 p.m. Friday in the Athletic, Recreation and Community Center. Admission is $1 per person.
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SHEPHERDSTOWN – The Shepherdstown Opera House has announced the following lineup:
Friday: Bishops EP Release with Uncle Bengine and The Restraining Orders and Rozwell Kid;
Saturday: The Giving Tree Band;
April 4: The Grascals;
April 6: An evening with Tom Paxton;
April 11: Kingsfoil;
April 13: The Vespers;
April 18: Matt Costa with The Blank Tapes and Vandaveer.
Admission ranges from $5 to $30, depending on the concert, and more information is available at www.OperaHouseLive.com.
Train show and sale set April 6
RANSON – The Bunker Hill Train Club will hold a train show and sale from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. April 6 at the Ranson Civic Center, 431 W. 2nd Ave. Admission is $4 per person; children under 12 enter for free.
For more information, call Joe at 304-671-0598.
'Night at the Races' fundraiser on tap
CHARLES TOWN – The Old Opera House Theatre Guild will sponsor its annual "Night at the Races" fundraiser event from 5:30 to 11 p.m. April 6. The event will feature a buffet dinner with a choice of entree of prime rib and seafood, a cash bar and a full night of racing. Cost is $50 per person. Proceeds will benefit the Old Opera House Center for the Arts.
For more information or tickets, call Steve at 304-725-4420.
Wildflower festival slated for April 6
WHITING'S NECK – The Potomac Valley Audubon Society will hold its annual spring Wildflower Festival will be held from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, April 6 at the Yankauer Nature Preserve.
It will include guided wildflower walks through the preserve for advanced and beginner/families, children's activities and refreshments. Guided walks will leave the pavilion on the hour, though visitors are welcome to explore the trails on their own as well. Admission to all these events will be free and everyone is welcome.
For the sixth year in a row, the festival will also include a special Poetry Walk component – poems that focus on spring themes will be posted all along the preserve's Kingfisher trail where the majority of wildflowers are found.
Mid- to late April is traditionally the best time to view early spring wildflowers at the preserve. Some of the wildflowers on display should include bloodroot, spring beauties, Dutchman's breeches, and rue anemone.
The trails at Yankauer are primitive, so wear sturdy walking shoes. Please leave pets at home and leave the wildflowers for all to enjoy.
For more information, visit www.potomacaudubon.org or call 304-676-3397.


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The turning of the calendar page to the new year signals the arrival of various outdoors shows to the Chicago area.
There will be shows coming and going for the next three months, and you all know by now that I am a total outdoors show junkie. I always try to attend every one of them.
Here is a surprise.
This year, I will be limiting my attendance to three shows. I receive complimentary show passes to all of them, but this time I have decided to look at the array of shows and pick which ones I would attend if I had to spend my own hard-earned money to buy my tickets.
I understand that the general public cannot or does not go to every one of the shows. The economy is still in the doldrums, and entertainment dollars are hard to come by. We all have to be judicious in spending our money. I am picking three shows that I just can't miss.
I'll be attending the All-Canada Show on Jan. 10 to 13 in St. Charles, the Chicago Outdoor Sports Show on Jan. 23 to 27 in Rosemont and the Great Outdoor Expo in Woodstock on Feb. 23 and 24.
The All-Canada Show will be at the Pheasant Run Resort Mega-Center. That weekend, I am taking a pass this year on the Chicago Muskie Show at Harper College and the Boat Show at McCormick Place.
Why did I choose All-Canada? I enjoy this show every year because of the friendliness of the exhibitors and the customers. Everyone is always in an exceptional mood. How could you not be happy when you are surrounded by all things Canadian? I see more people I know at this show than at any other.
People attend All-Canada to pick out a base of operations for that dream trip of a lifetime. Those who are repeat visitors to the magical land to our north go back every year to put down their deposits for the upcoming season. They get together at Pheasant Run with their whole group of outdoorsmen to pay their money and plan their upcoming trip.
All-Canada is a true celebration of everything outdoors that our majestic northern neighbor is famous for. I always refer to All-Canada as the "show of dreams." I haven't crossed our northern border in a few years, and I know for sure that I spend a lot of time dreaming about it
All-Canada has row after row of booths filled with camps, resorts and outfitters. They range from basic drive-in camps that are extremely affordable to resorts that rival top downtown hotels with their service and accommodations. All offer excellent fishing and hunting opportunities, which is what it is really all about. If you are going to Canada to fish, then think about big ones in many different species. For hunters, the opportunities are limitless.
The All-Canada Show has some unique wildlife exhibits, valuable raffle prizes and good seminars. Norm "The Great" McCreight, a grizzled ex-professional hockey player, is the face of the show and does some incredible seminars. He is a totally unique individual. Norm looks like your typical Canadian and will be doing a number of topics. Can you believe that Norm can filet fish to perfection using nothing but an axe. When you run into Norm, ask him to do a moose call for you. He does it with his mouth and nothing else. It is totally incredible.
The All-Canada Show hours are: Thursday from 5 to 9 p.m.; Friday from 3 to 9 p.m.; Saturday from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. and Sunday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
The ticket prices are: Adults – $10; Seniors, 60 and over – $8; Children, 13 to 16 – $8; Kids 12 and under – free. Parking is ample and there is no charge.
For information online, visit allcanada.com. You'll even find discount admission opportunities at the site.
I'll give you the info and my reasons for selecting the Chicago Outdoor Sports Show at Rosemont and the Great Outdoor Expo at Woodstock as my other two show choices as those events draw nearer.
• Northwest Herald outdoors columnist Steve Sarley's radio show, "The Outdoors Experience," airs live at 5 a.m. Sundays on AM-560. Sarley also runs a Web site for outdoors enthusiasts, OExperience.com. He can be reached by e-mail at email@example.com.


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WASHINGTON, D.C. - The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission announces the following recall in voluntary cooperation with the firm below. Consumers should stop using recalled products immediately unless otherwise instructed. It is illegal to resell or attempt to resell a recalled consumer product. Name of product: Ariens 13-Horsepower Sno-Throw™, Model 924506. Units: 571Manufacturer: Ariens Co., of Brillion, Wis.Hazard and Product Description: The blade may not stop when the blade brake control is applied, resulting in continued blade movement. The potential for injury exists if consumers make contact with the rotary blade. Incidents/Injuries: Ariens Co. has not received any reports of injuries.Sold at: Home Depot stores from October 7, 2003 to October 24, 2003 for between $2,500 and $2,800. Some units were sold elsewhere but Ariens already has notified those consumers.Manufactured in: U.S.A.Remedy: Consumers should stop using these snow throwers immediately and return them to a local Ariens dealer for a free inspection and, if needed, repair. To access the serial numbers for the units affected, check the Ariens Web site: www.ariens.com/safety_recall.Consumer Contact: For more information, call Ariens toll-free at (888) 927-4367 between 7:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. CT Monday through Friday. Visit the Ariens Web site: www.ariens.com/safety_recall
The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission is charged with protecting the public from unreasonable risks of injury or death associated with the use of
thousands of types of consumer products under the agency's jurisdiction. Deaths, injuries, and property damage from consumer product incidents cost the
nation more than $1 trillion annually. CPSC is committed to protecting consumers and families from products that pose a fire, electrical, chemical or
mechanical hazard. CPSC's work to help ensure the safety of consumer products - such as toys, cribs, power tools, cigarette lighters and household
chemicals -– contributed to a decline in the rate of deaths and injuries associated with consumer products over the past 40 years.
Federal law bars any person from selling products subject to a publicly-announced voluntary recall by a manufacturer or a mandatory recall ordered by the
To report a dangerous product or a product-related injury go online to www.SaferProducts.gov or call CPSC's Hotline at 800-638-2772 or teletypewriter at
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Aspect Ratio
Home Theater Projector Buyer's Guide
What is Aspect Ratio?
When we talk about 4:3 and 16:9 formats, we're talking about the rectangular shape of the video image, or what is called its aspect ratio. A standard TV has an aspect ratio of 4:3. That means the picture is four units wide for every three units of height. The HDTV standard is 16:9, which is 16 units of width for every 9 units of height. So HDTV's 16:9 is horizontally wider than regular TV, which by comparison looks almost square.
Here's the problem: any given projector or TV comes in its own native format--typically 16:9 these days. On the other hand, movies and video come in many different aspect ratio formats. TV programs and videos intended for regular TV are done in 4:3 format, often denoted "1.33:1" since 4 divided by 3 = 1.33. On the other hand, programs made for HDTV are in 16:9 format, which is 1.78:1 (16 divided by 9 = 1.78).
However, these are not the only two formats that video material comes in. Movies, music videos, and other content on DVD comes in a variety of formats including 1.33, 1.78, 1.85, 2.00, 2.35, 2.4, 2.5, and so on. Blu-Ray disc content, which is natively high-definition, is typically 1.78:1 or wider, with 2.35:1 or 2.4:1 being popular aspect ratios. So there is no universal standard for the rectangular shape of a video picture. One thing, however, is clear: no matter which format projector you get, it will NOT fit all the video material you will want to watch in its native frame. Since there is no perfect solution, what is the right way to set up your system?
The most popular choice for a home theater system is to go with a 16:9 projector and a 16:9 screen. But some people still like the more classic format of a 4:3 projector with a 4:3 screen, since all classic films prior to 1953 were made in this format. There is also a lot of interest in dedicated super-widescreen 2.35:1 systems as well. Each of these three configurations offer some unique benefits as well as some disadvantages that should be considered before taking the plunge.
Aspect Ratios: Benefits and Downsides
4:3 Theater
16:9 Theater
2.40:1 Theater
Once you've chosen the aspect ratio of your theater, the next step is to choose the Resolution of your projector.
Reader Comments(93 comments)
I had purchased the new Epson 2040 front projector, the image is bright and very detailed,good color and superb shadow detail, the dynamic contrast ratio is good, the issues begin with native contrast which is quite poor and even though it has a dynamic iris for Black levels they are acceptable at times but mostly are dark grey and washed out, overall for an entry level projector, I am going to buy the Epson 5010 or 5020 in a few months, I simply love deep inky black levels with excellent native contrast, till then party on
I bought the BenQ HT 2050 and found a great projector for $800. You can spend thousands of $$$ on a projector but if you're looking for the best bang for the buck, look no further. I love it.
what opinion does anyone have on the lamp free Casio projector? I am contemplating either the casio XJ-M256 or the ViewSonic pro7827 HD, want the best performance and the least amount of breakdowns, and the fast refresh rate for watching sports. Does anyone have experience with the lamp free?
Hi can anyone point me in the right direction for buying a decent motorised projection screen and projector? Nothing to expensive if possible but of decent ish quality
I am looking to have it in my room instead of a to. My room is 4 X 3 metres. I mainly watch films and series via iPad. All the specifications are bedazzling me TIA
4K: The newest resolution available is variously called 4K or Ultra HD. The resolution uses a native pixel matrix of either 4096x2160 or 3840x2160 -- four times the pixels of 1080p. 4K content is currently scarce, and 4K projectors are still quite expensive, but several projectors are now coming to market that use this new technology.
I need help! I have a diagonal screen size of 115 inches and project has to be 20 feet away near the ceiling. There is a good bit of light in the room as well. Can someone please recommend a high throw projector with keystone and lens zoom that is bright? I'm trying to spend less than $800. Thank you!!!!
Tim, depending on your budget give a try to any of the following latest 16:9 projectors:
ViewSonic PJD7830HDL: state of the art features at reasonable cost such WiFi ready, lense zoom, keystone correction with super color technology and 3 years manufacturer's warranty.
Optoma GT-1030: good for gaming with much longer life on lamp a costly item to replace. But no lense zoom, or horizontal/vertical image correction. And you will not get a 3-years warranty as Sonicview does.
I am considering Epson 5030 ube. Can someone tell me if that's a best projector in terms of resolution and wireless/bluetooth connectivity to PC's and Bose speakers?
What are other limitations of this projector? Would love to know your experience (both good and bad).
I currently have a Mitsubishi HC5000BL Projector for a home Theater that is currently indicating I have to replace the bulb, however this model seems to be obsolete (though I can replace the bulb) but I will like a recommended comparable model even with a little enhancement. THANKS
I Need help trying to find the best projector for my theater room. I have a sony vplvw50 that's just ok and I use the component out of my dlp tv. I use it with a 20' throw. I wonder if the picture could be better if I hook into the hdmi input instead of the rca video inputs that I'm now using. If it doesn't make much difference than I want to change it out but don't know what the best projector would be. Any advise would be appreciated.
Unless you plan on screening those films at night, you should not use a projector for this. The image will generally be very hard to see even with powerful projectors. The sun is simply too bright. The best I can suggest is to look for a bright LCD/Plasma television screen, but even then you may have to place a sunscreen, tent or parasol over it, to make it viewable outside.
I have a paramount cinema hd projector (model #:hd2112, voltage: 110v/60hz, power 200w) I am trying to replace the burnt out bulb but cannot find any information online or a place to buy. The bulb is and htp-1806. Anyone have any tips?
I'm looking for a projector to watch kids movies outside. I don't want to spend an arm and leg. Any help would be great.
i bought a VPL-HW40ES and it was one of the best decisions i have made. with light or without light in the room it works great. with a screen or without a screen the contrasts of colors is beautiful to see.
Can someone tell me what would be a good projector for using out side. I have about a 20ft throw and my wall size is 13ft long and 8ft in height
Hi, I'm looking for a projector for film and to use for stills (I'm an artist) Could you recommend a projector that has the abilities to do both for around 1K. Thank you.
This guide is helpful, however it does not include any information regarding inputs, specifically '3D PC' vs. 'HD 3D' inputs. I currently have a 2D setup with HTPC and Blu-Ray switched through my receiver with HDMI. Upgrading to a 3D projector is the plan, and getting into specifics with '3D PC' vs. 'HD 3D' should be included in this Buyer's Guide. Thanks.
Kindly recommend me specifications & projector for use in day ligt on a screen of size 10×12 feet.
btw, the theater room (13X25 w 110" screen) is controlled lighting and I would prefer dark.
My Sim 2 just died after 9 years. Looking for a decent 3D projector and didnt want to spend a ton of money. I have narrowed it down to two...the InFocus IN8606HD and the Sony VPL-HW40ES. I have to convince myself and my wife of the >$1K diff for the Sony. Please feel free to provide your opinion. Thanks for your input!
I would like to install a 120" screen in a 13' long room that is brightly lit. I would like to stay around $1500. Do you think it is too big for the room size? Which HD projector and motorized screen do you recommend?
Can someone help with this question. I have a 4:3 built-in drop down screen in my basement, and want to buy a 16:9 1080p projector which I will ceiling mount. What are the issues I will deal with?
Hi, I am looking for a budget projector that acts as a home theater. I wonder how high the resolution I should try to get? I mostly use it to watch Youtube and DVD, not really HD stuff. Is 800x600 good enough, or should I go higher resolution? Thank you.
Will a jvc DLA hd750 projector play 3d movies?
If you're using it in the garage and temperature sensitivity could be an issue, I would go with an LED projector as the temperature change due to the bulb isn't as much, and bulb failure is most related to thermal shock when the bulb and filament initially heats up. With LED, you still have some reject heat, but most of that is in the driver, not the LED itself. LED lamps tend to actually be brighter in cold environments which will be good during the winter, and are less impacted by high ambient temperatures you might have in the summer months. Durability is one of the big reasons a lot of street lights are being refitted with LED.
Anyone know if projectors can handle cold temperatures? I want to put it in the garage in a northern climate. Probably gets to 10 Fahrenheit on some of the coldest days of the year. I have a good space heater for when I plan on using it for a golf simulator. The garage is insulated but not heated all the time.
Hi, can anyone help me choose a projector that will suit my needs? I am currently using Acer x110 but the old white dots have appeared now and I can't arsed with replace the chip. I was looking at getting a Benq W1070 but I need to fit the image size to my wall above the fireplace which is 60" x 33" from 176" away (roughly 10' ) and the acer fills it perfectly after adjusting the zoom and focus. Anything bigger and it will look silly as the walls either side are ressesed. The problem is that the W1070 using a distance calculater seems to give me 80" from that distance away which will over hang. Would adjustin the zoom or lens shift fix this or do I need to look at other projectors? Thanks for any info. Justin
I dont understand the 17 FL the calculator is giving me what does that mean i set the brightness too on the unit?
I have an Optoma HD33 that has a throw of 181" ceiling mounted. It recommends 17FL I have read about it but do not understand what I should set it it. Any suggestions?
Did you use oem bulb kit or just replace the actual bulb with a cheap one? I don't know much about projectors but have heard that some have security in them to make sure you buy manufacturers bulb. This is the sort of thing usually done with printers and ink to stop you refilling ink cartridges, the cartridge itsels has a microchip that knows the cartridge has been used. It could be the same for the bulb housing I guess? Sorry if this is isn't much help. Just thought id throw it out there. Goodluck :-)
Hi there, when I connect my sky hd box to my projector using hd cables after a while ( approx 40 -60 mins ) I start getting dark horizontal lines appearing. Before that the picture is fine. If I swap cables the lines are still there! When I disconnect the cables the blue Sanyo home page is displayed perfectly ! Do you have any ideas?
I have a projector but the bulb blew.. When I bought new 1 it didn't work.. There is power going to the wires but won't light bulb. Help! !!!
Recently set up a room for me and the family to watch the football. I have a led 1080 projector connected to my sky hd box. Have noticed that the picture is excellent quality when showing close up of players but when camera pans back to normal play I apear to loose quality and notice black horizontal lines across the white lines of the football pitch. Any ideas?
Hi, i was wondering what a good contrast ratio would be (on/off) for a projector? Thanks
Whats the best set up I should get for mainly gaming and watching sport? I have a moderate budget for equipment and can build a room(mancave) to suit. Any feedback would be great.
I need a good projector for 12' X 20'room with a good paint. I will be using it to watch 3d and blue ray movies as if its commercial pls. what do you recoments
Its very good projector.
I need a good definition projecor to show show nature photographs to an audiance of say 60 people.Any suggestions would be appreciated
Fantastic breakdown for projectors thank you
Amazing article. I appreciate the effort. And thanking you all behind this site. I am from Germany And I want to buy one good projector for a charity association
Great guide for everyone who is in planning to buy the home theater system. last year i am too confused in buying the best home theater system. After reading the products review and comparing home theater system in terms of technical specification, i find the best home theater system. [edited to remove link]
Hi I've just purchased a optoma ml550 and I use it for watching movies and I'm loving it.in a 13ftx13ft room I get a screen size of 104" you can connect it to anything that has hdmi or VGA,I use with the latest ipad and iphone It's worth checking out
Well first you need to evaluate your room om the dimensions, seating, and light. Then just find the best projector and screen. U need a projector, screen, and possibly a mount. U also should consider getting a surround sound audio system.
Contrast has to do with how good the projector can differentiate between white and black, and all the colors in between. To fix grainy, try increasing the sharpness or the tint.
Will a high contrast projector(20000) dramatically improve the video quality of a blu-ray 80's movie that has a lot of grain. Thank you.
would like recommendations for best projector for daily TV viewing. Will be located in basement with no windows. Ceiling mounting, 110 inch screen (Goo paint), throw distance is 13 to 13.5 feet. Most important for me is picture quality (very few games if any will be played on it). 3D not a must. Thanks to everyone in advance for taking time out and reading this.
Hi my husband has been talking about Getting a projector instead of a television... Was thinking Xmas present, what exactly would I need to buy? Thanks
Can anyone help? I am looking at 4 possible projectors for my home. My room is in the basement area with close viewing to screen. approx. 8 ft. for the closer viewers. I would like the sharpest image possible. The 4 projectors include Epson 8350, Epson 2030,Benq w1080st or Benq w1070 Any suggestions greatly appreciated.
Really appreciate the forum. Just makes life so much easier. I am researching projectors for the first time. Forgive me if this a stupid question. Can a short throw projector be adjusted to throw a smaller image if need be. I read a reviewer say that a particular projector filled his 60" screen from 6 feet away. What if I had a different room configuration. I am on the road and the rooms and screens will all differ from board rooms to mid sized conference rooms with 50-100 people. BTW I am considering a NEC NP- M311W. Thank you for any advice.
hi, can anyone tell me which projector can give me a projection image size of 10.5ftlenght * 7.7ftheight in 4:3 aspect ratio from a distance of 12.6ft or i'll require long throw lens?
I would also like the answer to this question as I am planning the same thing.
What is a decent portable projector to be used primarily to play movies for the kids outside? I have used an infocus before and it worked okay. I know nothing about these things. Thanks for the help.
can u compute power consumption
I have a Paramount Smart-905 projector without the owners manual and cant figure out how to focus it. Can anyone help? It doesn't have the standard dials.
Hi,I came across a Chinese website for online shopping...It had some really cheap projectors ranging from 66usd to 500usd...I want to buy one as they are very affordable....Anybody ever bought any projector from that site before..?? ..
I s this an idea for a selfmade medium sized screen and for its masking for the aspect ratios of your dvd /blu ray movies ?
From a white mat hardboard i took a 122 x 180 cm section framed it on three sides with standard curtain rails in order to get steady and real flat upright standing surface and upon that a garanteed projection scharpness Put it in a sort of stand The masking .I took a strip of 40 by 180 cm also white hardboard painted the backside black with school blackboard paint,made it adjustable in height did tghat also for the upper long side and with both black horizontal masks I met the most used aspect ratios : 3:4 16:9 1:178 12.35/40 and and cinerama format for the curve sized movie How the west was won It cost me only 15 box because the curtain rails were available by choosing for another type (lamel) of sunwearing and there was some old paint rested from the past going way back B&W movie Blackboard jungle ;) Sorry for n ot including a making off pic , just make it even better ,Succes !
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Don't sweat looking for an android OS projector. Read up on "android stick". These are small devices (pocket-sized) that you can plug into the HDMI ports of flatscreens or projectors and run android OS. All are wifi capable and some have Bluetooth and Ethernet capabilities.
Basically, they turn any modern TV into a computer.
This lets you save money on your projector (sticks run from $35-80 usually) whereas the android projectors will cost more for the same features. It will be easier to replace hardware if something goes wrong (unplug the dongle, toss the stick, plug in new one), cheaper to upgrade the android hardware, and finally, you can use the stick on other TV 's, letting you travel with your data.
Where to buy Android Projector?
Thanks for a great article. The beginners like me can acutally now go out and search for the one we need. I am looking for one below $1200 with screen and ceiling mount. This article really is helping me narrow down on the selections and also helped understanding the importance of going for better screen. One suggestion...Please include a couple more sections, one for 3D compatibility and another for performance with gaming consoles.
I have a Sanyo PLV-60HT projector (used, still in top condition) and a 12 ft. screen that I would like to sell. Can you give me any suggestions of where or who I should try to sell it to and for how much?
i am also looking for a projector to watch cable and movies . i bought a pico pocket projector and it is not for watching movies and it requires a very dark room to show at a good quality. i am willing to spend about $600 and will like the best buy ot there.
can someone give advice on a projector for outdoor use on wall that has built in speakers and perhaps built-in dvd player/ipod? nothing fancy, but dependable and around $500. thx
My Pj885 projector screen looks yellow instead bright like day light. Is there any way to fix this. Thanks
thanks for an informative and well written article.
what is the maximum size screen you can use without compromising picture quality. using epson 6010. shortest throw.
thank you very much for making and sharing this guide (and the rest of the site's content, too). i've found it easy to follow and very informative. many thanks.
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What is my best option for projecting the best image on a 150" 16 x 9 Elite screen with 1.1 gain? I have no ambient light. Must be HD native resolution and be bright enough image. Trying to decide between the Panasonic PT-AE7000, Epson Powerlite Pro Cinema 6010, Epson Powerlite Home Cinema 5010, Vivitek D963HD & Vivitek H1086-3D. I would prefer 3D but it is not a deal killer.
I have a Paramont Cinema HD 2112 projector and blue ray 3D player (LG) but i can't get it to project in 3D. Any advice? What am I missing?
I have a paramont cinema Hd 2112 but I dont know wath kind of 3d glasses I cant used any info..Thanks
I am looking in getting a projection home theater set up. I am a college student so I really need to budget as much as possible, but that being said i still like top of the line good quality stuff. I know that doing both is not very reasonable, but does anyone have any suggestions in a good quality projector that is capiable of playing ps3 games, watch blue ray movies and last a long time without bulb replacement? I also need to know how much the total cost usually comes down to? ( decent projector 720or1080, Cheap 80ish inch screen, cords, ect)
I have a Paramont Cinema HD2112 projector that the entire family loves. My kids play the Nintendo Wii my husband uses the computer on it for YouTube videos and I watch 3D movies from our blue ray. What more could we want. Great HD quality!
I am getting a good deal for Paramount Cinema HD-2112 Projector....Could not find more info on Web...Please let me Pors and cons if possible....I need some helpful assurance before I buy it!!Thanks.
I just bought the Paramont HD 2112 and right now I'm not happy with it. I'm sure I have to work on the Color and everything still & I might have the picture too large, but beside that I wasn't really Wow'ed by it. I watched a movie on it that was ok but some of the faces didn't come in clearly. I'm going to play with it some more today and try tweek it for a better picture.
I actual have a Paramont Cinema hd 2112. I was iffy at first but my family loves it. It even came with a coupon inside the box for an extra bulb. We sent that in the day we got it and recieved the bulb within a week. I have not tested the 3d part but I do not think my family will ever use that anyway. We use it to watch cable tv or the netflix.
I am looking to find out more about the Paramont on the web too, but I am not finding much out there for this projector. How did you hear about it? Is it a good device? I am not familiar with projectors. I am searching for this particular because someone is selling one second hand, and I am trying to do a little research before I decide to purchase. I am concerned because I don't see where you can buy one retail.
Can you use a mini projector using your laptop? Ebay dosen't say anything about that just Ipod ect
Anyone ever heard of a Paramont HD-2112 projector? Came out this year but I cant find it anywhere on the web.
I'm looking for a 1080p Home Theater projector in the $2,000 range. I don't care about 3D. I was looking at the Epson PowerLite Home Cinema 8700 UB as it seemed to have everything I need. Before that, it was the Panasonic AE4000, but the Epson had a 2 year warranty and an extra bulb. I'm looking for the absolute best picture in this price range. Film-like. I'm in a dark room. about a 12-14 ft throw. Probably ceiling mounted. 16X9 screen. Is the Epson still my best bet, or has something else come along that surpasses it in this price range for my needs? Again, picture quality, contrast ratio are all incredibly important to me.
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Thank you for getting idea from my friend about ur projector lamp bcz what lamp life u mention in cattlog that is not true. eg.epson basic projector lamp life is 5000 hrs in normal mode but that is not true i found that only give 1000 hrs lamp life.
you can mount 8350 14.5 ft from the screen for best results
i have a 8350 ,my room is 10 by 25 ,screen is 120" ,so at what distance the projector can be ceiling mounted ?
Please tell me the projectors with the ability to change from a 2.4 aspect ratio with one button and electronically change to 1.78 or 1.33. I think that the panny 4000u will do this,but I am not sure if the zoom lens must be engaged to do it How bout the epson 8350.
wonderful guide.. Thanks!
a nice handy guide for all the buyers
Thank you. The article is very informative
after reading all about the "Aspect ratio" how does all this info fit into a 6 foot screen or 7 foot screen or lets say 8 foot screen. How do you pick out the right screen size??
Hi, I am currently thinking of buying a small pico projector, can any one give me any feed back on a Pico Pro, made by China vision
thanks BLJ
Just got a used Eiki Diamond Projector LC-SD10. It displays a blue haze around the picture. What does this mean? How can i fix this?
How does one get to view 3D movies on this projector? Is a computer connection the only method for viewing movies in 3D on this projector? Can one view 3D movies by connecting to a 3D ready Blu-Ray Player?
thank you, your guide is helpful . I'm going to buy a projector now, I want to use at school for teaching.
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