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That name kinda has a ring to it, doesn't it 😉
I was reading up on Allister's blog and thought that I would share with you. SkyDrive is basically a password protected online file storage….1GB of free storage to anyone with a LiveID actually. Allister does a really nice write up of how he uses it and what he likes about it i.e. its integration with all the other things in the Live family
It would be good to hear what you think about this

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When most people think of insulation, they think about how it impacts energy costs, which is true. However, they do not put much thought into how it can impact other things within your home. If you want to turn a bedroom into a game room, you should make it a top priority to get better insulation (from professionals such as those from SPF Roofing).
Avoid Noise Complaints from Neighbors
Whether the game room you wish to create is just for yourself, you and your spouse, or for your whole family, you do not want to worry about situations in which you are being too loud. The main concern is your closest neighbors, who may want to have some peace and quiet in the middle of the night. While you can wear headphones, keep the speaker volume down, or speak quietly to avoid excessive noise, another solution is to add better insulation to the walls to prevent the noise from leaving your home.
Keep the Rest of Your Home Quiet
Although it may not be as important as keeping quiet for your neighbors, you may not want to have your game room be the loudest room in the house. Improved insulation in the walls will prevent you from waking up sleeping kids or a spouse that must get up early in the morning for work. Some of your best options include fiberglass batts and blankets, Rockwool batts and blankets, and cotton batts.
Get Fully Immersed in the Experience
When you equip your game room with sufficient insulation, you do not have to be afraid to get fully immersed into the experience of gaming. With virtual-reality gaming recently arising, immersion is only going to get better, and a well-insulated room is the perfect place to experience this type of gaming.
Enjoy Better Temperature Control in the Room
A game room may not be that enjoyable if you are sweating the entire time you play. Fortunately, improved insulation gives you better temperature control of the room. It is possible to invest in a portable air conditioner and just use that to keep the room comfortable throughout the day. A cool room will help to keep your gaming components at a lower temperature, which will maximize their lifespan. This is especially important for computers as it can allow you to overclock and get better overall performance.
Improving the insulation in a game room has several direct and indirect benefits, so it makes sense to include this project when drawing up concrete plans for your game room.Learn More
It's normal for any air conditioner to experience a certain degree of condensation–and thus dripping. Yet if your AC seems to have contracted a case of the serious sweats, you may have a leak on your hands. Luckily, troubleshooting this problem isn't too difficult. This article will introduce you to three common reasons why air conditioners leak and explain how to fix each one.
The air filter has become clogged.
Few people realize that the air filter can contribute to a leak, which means that this otherwise easily correctable problem often goes undiagnosed. Proper air flow is a vital part of a functioning air conditioner. When a filter becomes excessively dirty, the air flow will become impeded. This soon leads to the formation of ice on your evaporator coils. Once the unit shuts down, this ice will begin melting, thus leading to an unwanted leak.
All it takes to correct this problem is a new air filter. In general, you should plan to install a fresh filter every three months during periods of heavy use.
The condensate drain pan has a crack in it.
Condensation is a natural part of all air conditioners, and to keep it from becoming a problem, most units contain the part known as a condensate drain pan. The job of this component is simple: to catch dripping condensation and redirect it safely away from the machine.
As you can imagine, a condensate drain pan that has become cracked will no longer perform this function adequately. This is also true in cases of extreme corrosion. You should be able to visually inspect the drain pan by looking down into the air conditioner with a flashlight. If you notice signs of damage, remove the pan and fix small holes with a waterproof epoxy. Larger areas of damage may necessitate that the drain pan be replaced entirely.
The condensate line has developed a clog.
Water in the drain pan flows into the condensate line, a rubber or plastic tube that diverts it to a suitable location. Should the line become clogged–algae is a common cause of this–the water will back up, and eventually begin to leak out of the drain pan.
This can be remedied by detaching the condensate line and giving it a thorough cleaning with warm water. A pipe cleaner makes it easy to dislodge particulate matter within the line. Squirting a diluted bleach solution into the tube will help to ensure that any lingering algae spores are destroyed.
For an air conditioning contractor, contact a company such as Kelowna Heating Service Ltd air conditioning.Learn More
If you're a homeowner who is planning to open your pool for spring soon, don't forget that spring and summer storms may put a major damper on your swimming fun. Not only is it unsafe to swim during a lightning storm, but the storms can make a mess of the pool and the surrounding area. Covering the pool seems like a good idea at first, but here's a look at why, despite the possible mess, you should leave the pool uncovered.
Dead-Leaf Weight
The idea of a pool filled with leaves and twigs is not a happy one. But it is much easier to clean those out of a pool than it is to move a pool cover that's bogged down by a mass of wet leaves. One or two wet leaves is not a problem, but piles of leaves that are wet can make it very hard to move the pool cover off the pool without accidentally dumping leaves into the water.
Water Weight
One other problem with covering the pool is that water is heavy. Normally, rain would fall in the pool, possibly filling the space between the normal surface of the water and the top of the pool cavity. If you cover the pool with a solid cover, then the rain water will simply pool on top of that. Unfortunately, water can be very heavy, and unless you can remove the water with a suction pump before moving the cover, you risk spilling all that water into the pool anyway.
Run Away From Runoff
If you somehow manage to make the pool cover tight enough so that the rain runs off, then you end up with excessive water soaking the ground around the pool. That ground, be it lawn or a garden bed, is already getting a lot of water from the storm. Extra water running off the pool cover can flood the ground and drown plants in those areas.
Mesh Covers Don't Always Help
If you truly do not want to deal with leaves in the pool, you can try to look for a mesh cover that lets water flow through it, but be aware that even the mesh cover won't solve everything. If the cover ends up being carpeted with leaves, it will still be heavy to remove, and the leaves can prevent water from flowing through the mesh into the pool. In other words, you have similar risks of pooling and runoff that you do with solid covers.
If you want more advice on keeping your pool clean during and after spring storms, talk to the pool contractors–such as those from Pro West Pools & Construction Ltd–who handled installing the pool, as well as your pool cleaning service. Those workers will have dealt with lots of storm aftermaths and can give you specific advice for the types of storms you have in your city.Learn More
If you are looking to create a deck off the side or back of your home, you may be surprised to discover that there are more options than just wood. In fact, many contractors as well as homeowners are turning to vinyl as the decking material of choice. Here are three reasons why vinyl delivers better decks than other materials.
No Rot, Rust, or Decay
Vinyl cannot rot, rust, decay or become moldy. Although vinyl can collect mildew, it is not the deck material itself that collects it, but rather bits of organic material that have deteriorated and attached to the vinyl. (This is easily addressed by power-washing your vinyl deck once a month or once every other month in the warmer months.) You will not get the same results installing metal or wood decking, which is prone to all of the previously mentioned deterioration problems.
Extruded Vinyl Decking Bears Weight Well
When you think of vinyl building materials, you might think that it will bend or break under the weight of several adults. The truth is, vinyl decking materials are made from special polymers that reinforce the load-bearing capabilities of the materials. When this specially-formulated vinyl is then sent through an extrusion process, it produces a very compact and durable material that can hold up under the weight of multiple people (and children) standing on it. Some companies that produce vinyl decking materials believe that their products are so strong that they back them with a lifetime guarantee. There is no such guarantee with wood, and you will eventually have to replace or repair some part of a wood deck when it wears down.
You Can Purchase Vinyl Deck Materials That Look Like Other Materials
If you are hemming and hawing about buying vinyl because you want a wood deck, a cobblestone patio, or some other look, you can have your cake and eat it too when you buy the vinyl deck materials. Manufacturers of vinyl decking have made every effort to produce vinyl materials that look and feel just like stone, brick, wood, treated wood and painted wood. Customers do not have to sacrifice visual aesthetic for durability, cost or functionality. If you want to see all of the different looks that vinyl can provide for your new deck, you can either visit a home improvement store and view their samples, or ask your contractor for some samples and ideas. For more information, contact a company such as Island Deckmaster Victoria.Learn More
Choosing the right countertop material for one of your kitchen upgrades can be tough because there are so many different kinds of materials available. Each type of material has different characteristics and advantages. Knowing the differences between the types of materials will help you choose the right counters for your kitchen.
In recent decades, stone has become one of the most coveted countertop materials among homeowners. In addition to being naturally beautiful, its smooth, resilient surface is easy to maintain. Stone is also available in a variety of colors, giving homeowners a pleasing number of options.
Drawbacks to stone are that it's more costly than some of the other types of countertop materials, and because stone is a natural resource available in limited quantities, it may be less desirable for homeowners with environmental concerns. However, if you're a homeowner seeking a high-end, functional countertop material that can increase the "wow" factor in your kitchen remodel, stone is an excellent choice.
Recycled Glass
Homeowners who enjoy using green materials often turn to recycled glass. In addition to being attractive and somewhat unusual, these countertops are durable and easy to clean. They also come in many different color combinations to match just about any kitchen. Homeowners who want an eco-friendly building material for their countertops should strongly consider using recycled glass in their kitchen remodel.
Many homeowners naturally avoid wood for a countertop material because wood is easily affected by water. However, wood that is properly sealed and maintained can be just as functional as any other type of counter. In addition, wood has a timelessness that works well in vintage kitchens designed to capture an "old world" quality. For homeowners who enjoy DIY projects, wood countertops are also easy to sand down and repair when scratched or burned.
For homeowners seeking a natural, unique countertop material that lends warmth to the overall appearance of their kitchen, wood is a go-to choice.
Solid Surface
Solid surface countertops are an affordable, attractive option for homeowners who want to emphasize functionality in their kitchen remodel. Solid surface countertops are generally made of a synthetic material like acrylic or polyester. When scratched, they can be sanded down or patched. These countertops are also naturally seamless, which many homeowners like because they're easy to clean. In addition, this countertop material comes in a huge number of colors and patterns. If you're looking for an easy-to-maintain, basic countertop material, solid surface counters may be your best choice.
For more information about which countertops are best for kitchen upgrades, talk to your contractor. He or she can discuss the many options available to you and make recommendations based on your preferences.Learn More
When you begin making the plans for your high-end custom home with your builder, you should be sure that the features and amenities you are planning live up to the luxury name. Here are three rooms with unique features that you may wish to add to the home you've always wanted.
Custom Home Theater
While many homes have a media room or a home theater area, a luxury home can have a custom home theater that covers every possible entertainment need. Overstuffed leather recliners with built-in cupholders are great, and your floor could be built with steps to create stadium-style seating. Add a full bar in the back complete with wine coolers, a refrigerator, and a popcorn maker to create your own movie lobby snack area. Work with your builder to include a premium sound system and projection system for viewing movies and TV shows. Don't forget to add a few decorative touches, such as vintage, framed movie posters.
Gift-Wrapping and Crafting Walk-In Closet
If you love to get crafty with gift wrap and art projects, consider a special walk-in closet to store all of your supplies. A gift-wrapping station complete with bulk rolls of wrapping paper, ribbons, bows, and gift tags makes it easy to prep a last-minute gift. Consider adding built-in drawers for paints, scrapbooking supplies, and other crafting needs, and be sure to add a few built-in bookshelves to display some of your creations and store some crafting books. The goal of this room should be to keep it organized and ready to display, so make sure that your organization system comes with a few decorative touches. You can add vintage-style hardware to drawers and cabinets and place cozy area rugs throughout the space to bring a burst of color to the area. Work with your builder to make sure this crafting and gift wrap closet has a few windows that let natural light flow in. With the addition of this closet, you can forget about using a spare bedroom as a crafting room.
A Home Spa
When is a bathroom more than just a bathroom? When you add custom home spa features that make your bathroom a retreat from the real world. Your master bathroom should be your oasis of calm. Work with your builder to include a sauna, a soaker tub, and a walk-in shower with a rainfall shower head and custom shower jets. The design theme for this room should be clean and sparse, with lots of neutral colors that help you relax. Add a chaise lounge for a comfortable yet decorative touch, and don't forget about those small spa details, such as towel warmers, artisanal soaps, and Egyptian cotton towels.
Luxury home builders are more than willing to work with you to create a unique space that you can be proud of. Use these ideas to create the ultimate luxury home, and ask a builder like Road's End Contracting Ltd for more suggestions.Learn More
If you are planning to renovate your home, you may be focused on the projects that will make you more comfortable or give your house a fresh look. While these are good goals for you to have, you should also focus on making renovations that will add the most to your home's value. When you are ready to sell your home, these renovations will add to the sale price and attract qualified buyers.
If you spend money refurbishing your kitchen, not only will you reap the benefits in your daily living, you will also be able to recoup much of the expense if and when you sell your home. According to the Census Bureau, a kitchen remodel has a median cost of $5,000. If you sell your house, you stand to see an 80% return on your investment. In the meantime, you and your family can enjoy your new cabinets, flooring, and appliances.
Garage Door
Surprisingly, a simple and profitable update is adding a new garage door. A new model of garage door will be safer, more attractive, and cost you approximately $1500. Fourteen hundred of those dollars will be added to the value of your house.
Master Bathroom
You can expect a 62% return when you invest in a master bathroom renovation as long as you install certain upgrades. Contemporary home buyers want a splash of luxury, like double sinks and a custom shower. You'll invest more money, but you will get to enjoy the comfort yourself until you decide to sell.
Heating and Cooling
Although replacing your heating and cooling system is not the most glamorous improvement, it will certainly add to your home's resale appeal. It will take a number of years to recoup your investment in energy savings, but having a relatively new unit that is in excellent condition should make selling your home much easier. Buyers do not want to face a major home improvement need as soon as they purchase a new residence.
When you are renovating your older house, choose projects that will add value to your home's resale value. Although these investments will not give you a 100% return, they will repay a large percentage of your expense. In addition, you will enjoy a more attractive and comfortable residence until you decide to sell. When the time comes, your improvements will more easily attract interested buyers. A good renovation makes your life better in the short term and also serves as a long-term investment.
For more information, contact Rocky Cross Construction (North) Ltd contents restoration or a similar company.Learn More


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Braves grooming potential closer
By Lisa Winston, USA TODAY Baseball Weekly
Then there was one ...
Last year, the Class A Myrtle Beach Pelicans (Braves) of
the Carolina League were one of the most dominant teams in the minors. Their
88-52 record ranked in the top five of all 120 full-season teams. They won the
league championship with a five-game sweep in the postseason.
If you want one of the key reasons for the team's success
you only have to look at the end.
The Pelicans were bolstered by a remarkable trio of back-end-of-the-bullpen
guys in right-handers Billy Sylvester, Brad Voyles and Tim Spooneybarger.
Sylvester, a non-drafted free agent out of Spartanburg
Methodist College, opened the 2000 season by pitching 33 2/3
scoreless innings. He posted a 0.79 ERA and 16 saves in 32 games before breaking
his pitching hand on the bullpen gate in mid-July.
Spooneybarger allowed just nine earned runs all year, finishing
up at 3-0 with a 0.91 ERA, while opposing hitters batted just .110 against him.
But his season also was interrupted by shoulder woes that forced him to miss
10 weeks in midsummer.
Voyles, who shared the closer role with Sylvester, collected
19 saves, posted a 1.11 ERA and held batters to a .115 average. He struck out
70 batters in just 56 2/3 innings and allowed
only 21 hits.
All three have closer stuff and closer makeup.
But things have changed this season. Now only one is being
specifically groomed in that role for the Braves.
Voyles was dealt last week, along with shortstop Alejandro
Machado, to the Kansas City Royals for shortstop Rey Sanchez. He instantly
becomes one of the Royals' top closer prospects, a possible heir to Roberto
For now, at least, it is Sylvester who has the best chance
to emerge as early as next year in the closer spot in Atlanta.
"He's a big, strong-bodied guy with a fastball and curveball
that are both above average," said Dick Balderson, the Braves' director of player
development. "If there is a knock on him, it's his command of both pitches on
a consistent basis. We need to refine his control, but we think he will be a
major league closer."
Sylvester began the 2001 season at Double-A Greenville,
posting a 2.37 ERA and 12 saves in 26 games, striking out 41 in 30 1/3
innings while holding hitters to a .176 average. Promoted to Triple-A Richmond
in mid-June, his results have been a bit more varied of late, though they have
definitely been on the upswing.
On the plus side, Sylvester has nine saves and an opponent
batting average of just .185 in 25 innings. On the minus side, he is 0-3 with
14 walks. During a recent four-game stretch he has lowered his ERA to 4.68 with
a span of four no-hit innings in which he struck out eight and collected three
The 6-5, 220-pound Sylvester is working closely with Richmond
pitching coach Guy Hansen on some of the finer points of closing because he
is in his third season of relief after two unremarkable years as a starter.
The sessions, which will continue this offseason as Sylvester
joins Hansen in Bayamon, Puerto Rico, for winter ball, consists of throwing
on the side on off days.
"You work on getting everything moving in sync," Balderson
said. "With big guys it's sometimes hard to get everything moving in the right
Right now, the departure of John Rocker leaves the Braves'
closer situation somewhat in flux.
"It's not like we have someone in the job now whose role
we couldn't adjust," Balderson said. "And while Sylvester is not a seasoned
vet and would have to pitch himself into that spot, we think he's capable of
doing just that."
Working primarily in a setup role at Richmond, Spooneybarger
is a long shot for the closing job. The 21-year-old has a 0.97 ERA with two
saves. A draft-and-follow in the 29th round of 1998, he boasts a fastball in
the low 90s and a great breaking pitch.
"His stuff is just electric," Balderson said. "His fastball
is full of movement, his breaking ball is his out pitch and it's very effective
we call it a slider but it's somewhere between a slider and a curveball."
Balderson doesn't foresee any conflict between the two
pitchers over their roles.
"They thrive off one another and if there is any sense
of competition, then one makes the other do better," he said. "I can't see either
one being put in a role that would offend him."
A dozen guys who factor into their organization's plan
as a closer
Are minor league saves an indication of future major league
success closing games? Not necessarily, if you look at the current crop of guys
doing the closing in the majors right now.
1 Ed Almonte, RHP, Chicago-AL: The 25-year-old,
in his first year as a closer, is leading the Southern League with 30 saves
for Birmingham (AA). He has notched saves in 14 consecutive outings. In 43 games
he has allowed more than two earned runs twice. Almonte boasts a 1.32 ERA and
batters are hitting .210 against him.
2,3 Luke Anderson, RHP, and Jackson Markert, RHP, San
Francisco: The Giants drafted a pair of promising arms in 2000 and split
them between their two Class A clubs. Both have continued their success of 2000.
The 23-year-old Anderson, an 18th-round pick out of UNLV, posted a 1.45 ERA
and 12 saves in 25 games last year. This season, skipping low-Class A to high-Class
A San Jose, he leads the California League with 23 saves. He boasts a 3.04 ERA
and has struck out 58 and walked just 12 in 53 1/3 innings. California League
hitters are batting just .233 against him. Markert leads the minors in saves
with 34 for Hagerstown (low-Class A), collecting saves in 17 out of 18 outings
at one point. The 11th-rounder out of Oral Roberts had six saves and a 2.27
ERA at short-season Salem-Keizer last year. This season he's posted a 2.63 ERA
limiting South Atlantic League batters to a .236 average.
4 Scott Chiasson, RHP, Chicago-NL: The first player
taken in the 2000 Rule 5 draft from Oakland, the Cubs dealt third base prospect
Eric Hinske to the A's to keep the rights to Chiasson and he's been repaying
their faith with great closer numbers at West Tenn (AA). Chiasson, who turns
24 next week, has 24 saves and a 1.79 ERA and batters are hitting .196 against
him. He throws a fastball in the mid-90s and offsets it with a hard sinker.
This is the first season he has been used as a closer.
5 Cam Esslinger, RHP, Colorado: Though the 24-year-old
has struggled in July, he still has a big upside thanks to a fastball clocked
consistently in the mid- to high 90s. A 16th-round pick in 1999, he was a starter
that season before moving to the back end of the bullpen last year to post 24
saves at Asheville (low-ClassA). Skipped to Carolina (AA) this season, the Seton
Hall product has 16 saves and a 5.31 ERA. Before July, however, his ERA was
2.51. He currently is on the DL with tendinitis.
6 Alex Herrera, LHP, Cleveland: Herrera, 21, has
been used almost exclusively as a setup man this season at Kinston (A) and,
after a recent promotion, at Akron (AA), but closing could be in his future.
In just his second full season, he throws a fastball in the mid-90s and a good
slider. He could be a true left-handed power pitcher. At Kinston, he was 4-0
with three saves in 28 games, posting a 0.60 ERA and allowing only a .171 average.
7 Jarrod Kingrey, RHP, Toronto: After collecting
30 saves at Tennessee (AA) last year, Kingrey returned to the Smokies and has
a good shot to top last year's total. He has 24 saves and a 2.89 ERA while batters
have hit just .206 against him this season. A 10th-rounder in 1998 out of Alabama,
he collected 27 saves at Hagerstown (A) in 1999 and 16 in just a half a season
at Auburn in 1998. He has three solid pitches: a fastball, curve and changeup.
8 Scotty Layfield, RHP, St. Louis: The 24-year-old
is among the minor league leaders in saves with 27 at Potomac (A). He boasts
a 1.97 ERA and batters in the Carolina League have managed just a .184 average
against him. He's struck out 53 while walking just 15 in 45 2/3 innings. He
has given up just one homer all season. Coming back from a pair of major foot
operations, Layfield didn't move from the infield to the mound until midway
through his college days at Valdosta State.
9 Joel Peralta, RHP, Anaheim: The 5-11, 155-pound
21-year-old originally was signed as an outfielder by Oakland and was released
and signed by the Angels, who moved him to the mound. This year he has found
his niche as a control artist. At Cedar Rapids (A) he had a Midwest League-best
23 saves and a 2.13 ERA before his promotion to Arkansas (AA). He has walked
just five batters in 42 1/3 innings, striking out 53, while opposing hitters
have managed just a .175 average against him.
10 Greg Runser, RHP, Texas: The Rangers' fifth-round
pick last year out of the University of Houston put himself on the map with
a 1.12 ERA and six saves in the rookie-level Appalachian League last year. This
year, skipped to Charlotte (high-Class A), Runser, 22, has a Florida State League-leading
22 saves and a 2.80 ERA, striking out 58 in 54 2/3 innings.
11 J.J. Trujillo, RHP, San Diego: While it is questionable
whether the 25-year-old Trujillo projects as a major league closer, he has gotten
amazing results in the minors. A non-drafted free agent who adopted a submarine
delivery during his senior year of college, Trujillo was signed by the Padres
out of a low-level independent league before the 2000 season. All he did that
year was set a Midwest League record with a minor league-best 42 saves, posting
a 1.33 ERA and a .154 opponent average at Fort Wayne (A). This year, after collecting
13 saves with a 1.86 ERA at Lake Elsinore (high-Class A), he is 2-2 with three
saves at Mobile (AA), with batters hitting just .228 against him. Combined between
the two stops he had struck out 58 and walked 24 in 65 innings.
12 Jose Valverde, RHP, Arizona: Though currently
on the disabled list with strained triceps, the 22-year-old has true closer's
stuff, a high-90s fastball offset by a hard slider. At 6-4, 220 pounds, he is
imposing on the mound. He carries a 3.92 ERA and a .225 opponent average. Though
he has just 13 saves, his El Paso (AA) club has won just 39 games. Most impressive,
Valverde has struck out 72 batters in just 41 1/3 innings, allowing one homer.
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Heat oven to 350 degrees F. Wrap coconut in a kitchen towel, and place in oven for 20 minutes. Remove from oven, and place on a work surface. Reduce oven to 250 degrees F. Tap coconut with a hammer until it cracks in several places; break it into pieces. The white flesh should be slightly pulling away from the hard shell. Separate it, keeping pieces of coconut as large as possible. Using a vegetable peeler, shave the largest pieces of coconut into long curls, and place on a baking sheet in oven. Bake for 15 to 20 minutes, just until dry. Grate the smaller pieces on the small holes of a box grater. 1/2 cup will be needed for the cake filling. Heat oven to 400 degrees F. Line a 12 by 17-inch jellyroll pan with parchment paper, and set aside. Place the egg yolks in the bowl of an electric mixer fitted with the whisk attachment. Beat on high speed until pale yellow, 4 to 5 minutes. Transfer to a medium bowl, and set aside. Wash and dry mixer bowl. Place egg whites in bowl of electric mixer fitted with the whisk attachment. Beat on medium speed until soft peaks form, 1 to 2 minutes. Increase speed to medium high, and add sugar gradually, whipping until stiff peaks form. Transfer egg-white mixture to a large bowl. Using a rubber spatula, fold egg-yolk mixture into egg-white mixture. Sift cocoa powder and flour over top, and gently fold in. Pour batter into prepared pan, and smooth top with an offset spatula. Bake until cake springs bake when touched, 9 to 10 minutes. Remove pan from oven, and immediately turn cake out onto a wire rack lined with parchment paper. Peel parchment paper from top of cake, and cool completely. Place a clean kitchen towel on work surface. Transfer cake on parchment paper to towel. Using a pastry brush, coat cake with rum. Using an offset spatula, spread White Chocolate Mousse over cake. Sprinkle with 1/2 cup freshly grated coconut. With a short end of cake facing you, roll carefully into a roulade. Wrap in a kitchen towel, and secure with clothespins or large metal binder clops to hold the roll in a tight round shape. Place on a baking sheet, and refrigerate until firm, at least 2 hours. Remove from refrigerator, and unwrap. Using a serrated knife, trim the ends of the roll, cutting on the bias. Choose the prettier end, and place it, cut-side up, on the log, forming a branch. If desired, use the other cut end for a second branch. Transfer the log to a serving platter, Slide 5 pieces of parchment paper under the log to protect the tray while decorating. Coat with Seven Minute Frosting using an offset spatula. Remove parchment pieces. Decorate with Meringue Mushrooms, Snowy Chocolate Truffles, coconut shavings, and Rosemary Sprigs.
Dissolve gelatin in 1/4 cup cold water, and set aside for 5 minutes. Place chocolate in the bowl of a food processor, and pulse until very finely chopped. Prepare an ice bath; set aside. Place 3/4 cup cream in a small saucepan, and bring just to a boil over medium-high heat. Add gelatin, and stir for 30 seconds to dissolve completely. Pour into food processor with the motor running, and process until chocolate mixture is smooth. Transfer to a medium bowl and place over ice bath. Stirring until thick enough to hold ribbons. Whip remaining 1 3/4 cups heavy cream to soft peaks. Fold into chocolate mixture. If not using immediately, refrigerate in an airtight container. Yield: 5 1/2 cups
In a small heavy saucepan, combine 3/4 cup sugar, corn syrup, and 1/2 cup water. Heat over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until the sugar has dissolved. Increase heat to medium high; bring to a boil. Wash down sides of pan with a pastry brush dipped in water to prevent sugar crystals from forming. Cook without stirring until a candy thermometer reaches 235 degrees F. Whisk egg whites in an electric mixer on medium speed until soft peaks form, about 2 1/2 minutes. Gradually add remaining tablespoon sugar, and reduce speed to medium low. Remove syrup from heat, and pour in a steady stream down sides of bowl. Increase speed to medium high, and beat until cool, about 7 minutes. Add vanilla, and beat until fully incorporated. The frosting should be shiny and smooth and hold stiff peaks. Use immediately. Yield: 4 1/2 cups
Heat oven to 200 degrees F. Place Swiss Meringue in an 18-inch pastry bag fitted with a large 3/4 inch round tip. Line 2 baking sheets with parchment paper. Pipe meringue, forming domes 1 to 2 inches in diameter. Pipe a stem shape for each dome. Place baking sheets in oven for 1 hour, reduce heat to 175 degrees F and continue baking until meringues are completely dry to the touch, but not browned, 45 to 60 minutes more. Fill a medium saucepan 1/4 full with water. Set over medium heat, and bring water to a simmer. Place bittersweet chocolate in a heatproof bowl, and set over simmering water. Turn off heat; stir occasionally until completely melted. Using an offset spatula, spread bottoms of domed meringues with chocolate; let sit at room temperature. Place white chocolate in a heatproof bowl, and set over simmering water. Turn off heat; stir occasionally until completely melted. Allow to cool slightly. Spread white chocolate over dark chocolate; use a toothpick to create lines from the center of the cap to the edges. Let set in a cool, dry place. Poke a small hole in the center of each mushroom cap using a paring knife. Dip the pointed end of each of the mushroom stems in melted white chocolate, and insert into hole in center of cap. Allow to set. Meringue mushrooms should be kept in an airtight container in a cool, dry place. Yield: about 30
Fill a medium saucepan 1/4 full with water. Set over medium heat; bring water to a simmer. Combine egg whites, sugar, and cream of tartar in the bowl of an electric mixer and place over saucepan. Whisk constantly until sugar is dissolved and whites are warm to the touch, about 3 minutes. Rub the mixture between fingers to test. Transfer bowl to mixer stand, and whip, starting on low speed and gradually increasing to high, until meringue is cool and stiff glossy peaks form, about 10 minutes. Add vanilla; mix until combined. Use immediately. Yield: about 4 cups
Heat oven to 350 degrees F. Place almonds, if using, on a baking sheet, and toast until fragrant, about 10 minutes. Set aside to cool. Use a serrated knife to finely chop chocolate. Place in a heatproof bowl; set aside. Place cream in a small saucepan and bring to a boil. Pour directly over chopped chocolate, stirring to fully incorporate. Let stand for 10 minutes. Stir until completely smooth. Allow to cool for 20 minutes. Stir in almonds, if using, and place in the refrigerator until set. Use a melon baller or 1 1/4-inch ice-cream scoop to portion out chocolate. Roll the mixture between palms to form 1-inch truffles. Keep stored in the refrigerator until ready to serve. Toss in confectioners' sugar to coat before serving. Yield: about 50
In a small bowl, combine egg white with 1 tablespoon water. Whisk well. Brush glaze onto rosemary sprigs. Coat in sugar. Set aside to dry.
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Miami Beach, FL -- (SBWIRE) -- 02/08/2012 -- Stan Saffan has been a deep sea fishing Captain in Miami Beach's Haulover Park since 1967. In that time he has made donations and renovations to the park and marina, but his greatest donation came in the form of 175 coconut palm trees donated to the park after Hurricane Andrew decimated most of the indigenous palm trees in 1992. The horrific storm was followed by a yellow disease that all but wiped out the iconic palm trees in the park.
On the 20th Anniversary of his generous donation, which he dedicated to his father Sam Saffan, the palm trees now line the entire west side of the park and marina. Now fully matured, the beautiful coconut palm trees reach heights of 30 to 40 feet and bear hundreds of coconuts a year. Captain Stan stated, "We lined the entire west side of the park and marina with brand new disease resistant palm trees for people and birds to enjoy".
Last Spring Captain Stan also donated a 15-foot long 1500 pound Blue Marlin statue which is mounted on the sign that greet park and marina visitors as they cross the Haulover Bridge. He also repainted the flag mural that graces the south entrance to the park, the Captain stated, "The Flag is a nice and bright reminder for all to enjoy our freedom every day". The flag mural was donated by Captain Stan after 9/11 to honor the victims of 9/11 and show respect for the nearby firefighters who use that route every time they go out on a call.
Stan Saffan captain's a fleet of miami deep sea fishing vessels including his flagship – The Therapy IV. For 36-years, he's brought adventurers on excursions on the famous fishing waters off the coast of South Florida. People from all over the world come for the unique opportunity to fish for diverse groups of fantastic catches such as Marlin, Sailfish, Shark, Mahi-Mahi, Tuna, Grouper, Tarpon and Wahoo fish. He brings up to six people-a-trip on any of his deep sea fishing boats for a day's worth of fishing on the high seas.


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Albert Zoer (b.31 July 1975, Echten, Drenthe) is a Dutch champion of show jumping. He owns his own business, called Zoer B.V., for breeding and training stallions, a venture with which his father, Arent Zoer, helps him.[1],[2]
With two older sisters, Jenny and Gina, Zoer grew up on the farm in Echten which his father purchased in the year before his birth.[3] This farm initially had only five stables, but from the time Zoer and his sisters were all riding horses, that number gradually increased to twenty and more.[3] He began show jumping since the age of seven[1] and he declares that his passion, or addiction to riding horses made him dislike having to go to school.[3] At the age of sixteen, Zoer was a member of the victorious Dutch team at the 1989 European Pony Championships.[1] Jenny Zoer participated in the 1992 Olympic Games (the Dutch won the gold medal for team show jumping). Meanwhile, her brother competed in the European Show Jumping Championships for juniors in 1991 and for young riders in 1993.[1] Though certainly a serious contender, he has yet to achieve his Olympic dream.
Career highlights
His team won the gold medal at the 2006 World Equestrian Games as well as the 2007 European Championships in Mannheim.[1] On 20 December 2007, he and Okidoki won at the International Horse Show in Olympia, London.[4] He and his horse Sam won the Grand Prix at the 2008 Samsung Super League's event in Rotterdam.[1] Two weeks later, he and Sam again were victorious in the league's Grand Prix in Aachen.[5],[6] He also won the 10th round of the FEI World Cup Jumping 2008–09 in Bordeaux, despite a double fracture in his leg.[7] The Royal Netherlands Equestrian Union confirmed that, prior to the accident, Zoer had been a leading contender for the Dutch Olympic equestrian team in Hong Kong.[8] The fracture occurred while Zoer was training on the Tuesday after his Aachen win.[8]
Global Champions Tour
Zoer and his horse "Okidoki" were the winners of the Global Champions Tour final for 2007.[9]
Zoer and "Sam" were the runners-up on the first day of the 2009 Global Champions Tour in Doha, Qatar.[10] With a finish time of 40.42 and zero penalties, he was just a third of a second slower than the winner, Jessica Kurten. His prize money amounted to €38,581.[11]
Riding "Okidoki," Zoer ranked third in the first round qualifier of the Global Champions Tour final in Doha on November 13, 2009. His award from the purse was €8500. His final time was 75.63.[12] This ranking put Zoer well within the qualification for the final purse (€300,000) on November 14, as the 25 contenders were narrowed down to 18 in the first round. Eric Lamaze and Bernardo Alves ranked ahead of Zoer.[13]
List of horses
- Promises in Millstreet
- Cordillio
- Don Camillo
- Lowina
- Lincoln - mare owned by Engemann Youngsters GmbH
- Okidoki (b.1996) - Dutch Warmblood, gelding, bay
- Sam (b.1999) - Dutch Warmblood, gelding, bay
External links
- Official Website of Zoer B.V. (horse breeding business)
- ↑ 1.0 1.1 1.2 1.3 1.4 1.5 1.6 FEI Biography (PDF)
- ↑ Zoer B.V.'s official site
- ↑ 3.0 3.1 3.2 In his own words, his story from his company's official website
- ↑ Video of Albert Zoer's performance at the International Horse Show of London (official site)
- ↑ "Zoer pips Beerbaum in Aachen grand prix," HorseTalk, 7 July 2008
- ↑ Smith, Alan: "Albert Zoer wins the Rolex Grand Prix," The UK's Daily Telegraph, 7 July 2008
- ↑ "Albert Zoer completes recovery winning in Bordeaux," FEI World Cup (Official) News, 2 July 2009
- ↑ 8.0 8.1 Horse Talk, 9 July 2008
- ↑ "Albert Zoer and Okidoki take 8th event in Global Champions Tour," Hunter Jumper News, 6 October 2009
- ↑ "Kurten opens with victory in Qatar." RTÉ Sport. 11 November 2009.
- ↑ News: "GCT Final Doha Qatar 2009 Starts in World Class Style." Global Champions Tour website, 11 November 2009.
- ↑ News: "Canada Conquers But Irish Eyes Still Smiling." Global Champions Tour website. 13 November 2009.
- ↑ Kyriacou, Lulu: "Hickstead and Eric Lamaze win last Doha qualifier." HorseTalk. 14 November 2009.
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Zotac and Galaxy present their new Geforce GTX 295 graphics cards at the Computex. The new versions match Nvidia's default design in most parts.
Both, Zotac and Galaxy, introduced single PCB Geforce GTX 295 graphics cards at the Computex in Taipei. As it can be seen on the datasheet of the Zotac GTX 295, the GPU is clocked to 576 MHz while the VRAM is running at 1,008 MHz - the Shader frequency is not listed, but it is most likely to match the default value of 1,242 MHz.
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Anyone have any suggestions for short backpacks in Southern California? I'm finding myself in the LAX area a couple times a year lately and other than heading up into the Lake Arrowhead area for a conference, I've never really done much exploring out there. On one of my next trips out, I'd like to take my UL pack with me and see if I can't head some where for a couple days.
Open to suggestions and the best time of year to go. I don't want 100 degree days but I also don't want to be hiking in deep snow. Waking up to a light dusting of snow wouldn't be bad though.May 13, 2009 at 11:26 pm #1501170
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It depends on the time of year. But here are a few desitnations.
– San Bernadino NF (San Gorgonio district)
– San Bernadino NF (San Jacinto district)
– San Jacinto State Wilderness
– Joshua Tree National Park
– Anza Borrego State Park
I will stop here, because you can spend years hiking these areas. And there are even more places to go in So Cal. The trick is to find the areas that to not have hordes of people. :)May 16, 2009 at 11:37 am #1501658
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Those are all good suggestions but you can beat the heat and stay closer to LA with these too. I usually do just an overnighter or two at any of these locations.
Caveat: Craig Wisner can actually elaborate on a couple of these that he's just recently introduced me to.
Angeles NF:
Angeles Crest: Horse Flats 5000ft'ish, good local rocking climbing as well. An hour or less from Pasadena.
San Gabriel River Valley (Azusa). Craig just brought me in here. I can't recall the trail head name. If you plan to hike a mere 4-5mi in you'll leave the locals and prospectors behind (yes, I said prospectors).
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Los Padres NF:
Sesepe Mountain Range. 1.75hrs from LA up the 5. Exit Frazier Park and head West. A river valley. Hot Springs. Plenty of wet camps (even in Aug or Sept).
Anyway, look me up next time yer around. I'm sleeping out most any weekend, and always willing to meet a fellow BPL'er.
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The best way to stay away from the heat is to climb away from the heat. I hate the heat; anything above 85 is too hot for me.
-San Gorgonio (awesome mountain a must climb)
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-Joshua Tree (every time I visit Joshua Tree it is just super windy, and it can get quite hot in the summertime)
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Next month I will be climbing both San Gorgonio then San Jacinto (from idewile)May 17, 2009 at 2:47 pm #1501807
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But it is a dry heat. :)
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The Raspberry Pi is a surprisingly capable little computer. In the past, we've show you how to make a Raspberry Pi home theatre with Rasbmc How To Make Your Raspberry Pi Into a Home Theater System How To Make Your Raspberry Pi Into a Home Theater System Four weeks on and I've been playing with my Raspberry Pi in various ways, from using it to browse the web and standard day-to-day computing tasks to playing around with the various configurations that are... Read More . Since we published that guide, an easier to use and better performing operating system has been released. Today I'm going to show you how with RasPlex; it's the easiest way to get started using your Raspberry Pi as a capable media centre.
The Client-Server Design
RasPlex brings the popular Plex media centre software to the Raspberry Pi. Plex started out as a fork of XBMC — the media centre software used in Rasbmc — but has developed dramatically since then. While XBMC is a single application, Plex is two: the client and the server.
With RasPlex, the Pi will only be running the client app; you will need to install the server on another computer. By dividing XBMC's functionality into two separate applications, the Plex client app can be really lightweight. All the processor intensive work is done by the server app on a more powerful computer – which sends an optimized version your living room (or mobile device – you aren't limited to a single client).
This solves a couple of the problems with a Rasbmc setup The Raspberry Pi Home Theater: What You Can And Cannot Do The Raspberry Pi Home Theater: What You Can And Cannot Do If you've been following our recent articles about the Raspberry Pi, you'll know that it can be set up as a media streaming client with a dedicated XBMC build and you should also be aware... Read More . You don't need to worry about using USB sticks to add movies to your media centre. They stream directly from your computer.
What You'll Need:
- Raspberry Pi Model B or B+
- MicroSD Card (2GB or larger)
- HDMI cable
- MicroUSB cable
- Keyboard (for setup)
- Remote control (optional)
- USB WiFi adaptor (optional)
- Another computer to store media and act as the server
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Preparing Your Media
Plex automatically scans your media files and uses an online database to match each one to a specific movie or TV episode. If your files are badly organised Plex either won't find matches, or even worse, find mismatches. To make it easy, you need to sort your media files into a structure Plex can understand.
At the most basic, you need two folders: one for movies and one for TV shows. In the movies folder, each movie can have it's own subfolder though it doesn't have to. In the TV shows folder, each series needs its own subfolder.
There are a couple of standard naming conventions that Plex can handle. Anything that is space, period, underscore or hyphen separated will work. For example, The Movie, The_Movie, The.Movie and The-Movie are all understood by Plex as meaning the same thing.
TV shows also need the episode information. It's normally written as something like The.Show.1×01 or The_Show_S01E01. To Plex, both files would be the first episode of the first season of The Show.
Any additional information in the filename or folder doesn't normally matter as long the titles and episode numbers are clear – this is one of the great strengths of Plex, that you needn't go about renaming everything to some obscure and rigid format.
Setting Up Plex Server
Plex has improved a lot since we featured it in the past. It's easier to install and available on more platforms than ever before. You can even install the server app on a NAS device (if you go this route, make sure it's an x86-based NAS, as the cheaper ARM platform devices are unable to transcode media).
On the computer you're going to use as a server, visit the Plex downloads page and under Plex Media Server select Computer. The website should automatically detect your operating system but if it doesn't, click on on the correct tab and click Download.
The server runs in the system tray on Windows and in the menubar on OS X. It uses a local web app for the front-end. To access the web app, either open your browser and go to http://localhost:32400/web or click on the system tray (or menu bar) icon and choose Media Manager.
To add media to the server, click on the + icon. Select the media type, name the collection and point it to the correct folder. Once you click Add Library Plex will scan the folder, download all the metadata and share it through the server.
Installing RasPlex
With the server set up, it's time to configure the RasPlex client. Connect your MicroSD card to your computer, and download the correct RasPlex installer for your operating system.
On Windows, right click on the downloaded file and click Run As Administrator. On Mac, run the installer and when you are prompted, enter your password into the Terminal and press Return.
In the RasPlex installer, select the most recent version of RasPlex available, your MicroSD card and then click Download. When the download has finished, click Write SD Card. This will install RasPlex on the SD Card.
Overclocking The Pi
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RasPlex is designed to be run on an overclocked Raspberry Pi, so it's really easy to configure this option. With the MicroSD card still connected to your computer, navigate to it using Windows Explorer or Finder.
Open the file config.txt in a text editor. Under Overclock mode settings you'll see the recommended overclock configurations. Beneath them is where you change the settings. I set mine to High.
Change the arm_freq, core_freq, sdram_freq and over_voltage to match the recommend values you want.
Eject the MicroSD card and insert it in the Raspberry Pi.
Setting Up RasPlex
All the hard work is now done. Connect the Raspberry Pi to a TV using the HDMI cable. Also connect the USB wireless dongle — or if you don't have one, an Ethernet cable — as well as the USB keyboard and, if you have one, the USB receiver for the remote.
Connect the Raspberry Pi to the power to boot it up. RasPlex will take you through a setup process. Use the keyboard to navigate, select your WiFi network and enter your password when prompted. You should set pre-cache to yes.
Once you're through the setup, RasPlex will automatically connect to the Plex Server and begin caching all the media information. It will run slow while it does this, but once it's done everything will speed up.
Controlling Your RasPlex Media Centre
Using a keyboard to control a media centre is impractical. The best options are to either set up a remote control or use just your smartphone.
James has suggested super-powering your media centre with a remote Super-Power Your Media Centre With These 9 Hacks Super-Power Your Media Centre With These 9 Hacks The media center is the ultimate living room experience; one PC to play everything, one PC to find and download, and one PC to bring in all the family and bind them in front of... Read More before. RasPlex comes with built in support for LIRC so there are thousands of remotes that will work out of the box with a suitable USB receiver. I have something similar to this Windows Media Centre remote which works very well. However, I rarely use it – instead I use the Plex app on my iPhone or iPad.
The Plex app is available for iOS, Android and even Windows Phone. It is both a Plex client (so you can stream movies to your mobile if you wish) and a remote control for other Plex clients. Tap the Choose Player button — it's the rectangle with the WiFi symbol in one corner — and select the player you want to control; in my case it's plexhometheatre on rasplex. If I had Plex running on any other device it'd also appear on this list.
Once you're connected, if you select a movie or TV show in the Plex app on your mobile, it will play on your Raspberry Pi. You're also able to pause, fast forward, rewind or change what you're watching from the app.
Next Steps
Everything should now be set up and running smoothly. You've got a working Raspberry Pi media centre. The first thing you should do is rip all your DVDs Rip Your DVDs & Blu-Rays With Absolute Ease With MakeMKV [Cross-Platform] Rip Your DVDs & Blu-Rays With Absolute Ease With MakeMKV [Cross-Platform] If you ripped all your DVDs and Blu-Rays, you could create an amazing media center. Of course the main obstacle to ripping is the disk's copy protection. Enter our hero: MakeMKV. Read More and add them to your Plex Server's library.
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Finally, sign up for a Plex Pass. For five dollars a month you get a heap of great extra features such as the ability to save media to your smartphone for watching on the go, extra movie information like trailers and interviews, and support for multiple users. Read about all the premium features of a Plex Pass Making The Best Media Center Better, With a Plex Pass [Giveaway] Making The Best Media Center Better, With a Plex Pass [Giveaway] Love Plex? You'll love a Plex Pass even more. With new and exclusive features only for Plex Pass holders, it's the best way to support development of the best media centre app around. Read More .
Are you using a Raspberry Pi as a media centre? How do you find it? Let me know in the comments.
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Rasplex is freakin cool
Thanks guys
Hello Harry, Thanks very much for this write-up.
Question: I have set up my first PlexMS (on Ubuntu Server) and wish to feed sync'd sound output to multiple LAN devices. Basically I'd like to use some Pi's to avoid running audio cable through my locale (old building).
Example: Stream playback from my PlexMS to both kitchen and adjacent living room Pi's that have speakers attached.
Can such be done?
Thank you for making this tutoral, makes me want to get a pi asap. Infact with black friday coming up probably will.
One quick confirmation. I can use Plex for Android or Plex for iOS to stream to the Pi just like I would with the chromecast? Ofcourse without the Pi having to connect to the internet to download the plex app like the chromecast does.
Would it work even if the internet was down and all devices i.e. my PMS and clients (Android & iOS) were connected to the same wifi router, just without internet.
Example is PMS streams without a hitch to my droid phone without the need to connect to the internet.
Appreciate you taking the time to reply.
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Great summary. There is one thing you should be aware of though: In the overclock section, you need to remove the # symbol in front of each frequency value you adjust otherwise it won't actually use that value. This is because the # at the beginning of a line indicates that it is a comment so when booting, lines with a # at the beginning are ignored.
Does RasPlex support DTS audio? Is there an extension for having an optical output for my hifi system? Is it supported by RasPlex? My TV doesn't support DTS passthrough via HDMI through its own optical output.
So I need to connect RasPlex to my Hifi-System directly.
Thanks for a great guide! Everything worked without any issues :)
One quick confirmation. I can use Plex for Android or Plex for iOS to stream to the Pi just like I would with the chromecast? Ofcourse without the Pi having to connect to the internet to download the plex app like the chromecast does.
Would it work even if the internet was down and all devices i.e. my PMS and clients (Android & iOS) were connected to the same wifi router, just without internet.
Example is PMS streams without a hitch to my droid phone without the need to connect to the internet.
Appreciate you taking the time to reply.
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Harry. Thank you for that. Head in the clouds!
A gem of a competition that I really need to win.
But... Why the middle man? Why do I need a Pi to do something I can achieve simply by installing XBMC on my computer (the one the Pi is using for its processing power) and going HDMI right into my TV? I had a lot of hope for the Pi as a media streamer. Set mine up about a year ago. Too many unsupported file types (unless you want to get into buying codec packs) and audio sync issues (even after installing codec packs). I didn't give up right away. It took about 3 months of patootzing with it to get to where I finally just gave up and got an Android TV box. Now I just use the Pi for electronic projects with my son. Thanks for the article though. Well put together.
I have OpenElec installed on my RPi-B+.
On a Youtube video, I saw a comparison of performance between RaspBMC and OpenElec on RPi and decided to hitch my wagon to OE.
Unlike the Plex-Server + Plex-Client + $$$ for trailers solution, OE / RaspBMC can access File Shares over many protocols and decode the file in H/W. The VideoCore processor in RPi is capable of playing 1080p/30fps/4Mbps BDRip videos without battling an eyelid. The interface does become a little sluggish during video playback but the playback itself is stutter free.
One thing OE/RaspBMC cannot do, is transcode unsupported file-formats. Perhaps using Serviio to transcode and make the content available to OE/RaspBMC over DLNA will work.
I don't use a Raspberry Pi, but a Older Mac Mini - I like the fact I goto Netflix or YouTube while still having the PLEX usability... I used to be a XBMC fan for many years but then one day I switched to PLEX and have never looked back...
If I had a 3rd TV in my house that required PLEX this would be the route I would follow.
I use PlexBMC for Plex content access on platforms that can run it. One of the nice things about XBMC is that its UI is consistent (well, as long as you're using the same theme) regardless of host platform. Also, XBMC for ARM devices can use multichannel audio options that aren't available the ARM-native Plex clients, so ironically I wind up using XBMC as an external player even when I DO decide to use a Plex client to do something.
In my opinion, using an Rpi for Plex is just looking for an excuse to do something with an Rpi. I've tried it and it's not terrible, but it's also not the best excuse to set up an Rpi; it's not like it's hard to find a $50-or-less device that can serve as a Plex client.
hi there, same here, but I don't understand the above instructions... why do I need another computer? Can't one just plug a hard drive with all media into the PI? If not, then all this does is replace an Apple TV, which for 99$ is not a bad deal (comes with dedicated remote). I am looking for a low-power alternative using something like Plex/Plex server so I can REPLACE the mac mini, which eats a lot of power considering my house runs on solar batteries 12 hours a day.