RockIsland52 wrote: Finally, I've read reviews that say satellite HD provides a better HD picture because cable providers compress their signal.
Finally, I've read reviews that say satellite HD provides a better HD picture because cable providers compress their signal.
Signal compression is done by both cable and satellite companies (not to mention the networks). My biggest beef with Comcast is that they cannot come to an agreement with the Big 10 regarding the Big 10 network. As a lowly Northwestern fan, there were four games I couldn't watch last year because they were on the Big 10 network.
Many of my neighbors have Direct TV. While I am envious of their channel selections, the number of signal outages they suffer makes me glad I still have cable.
Regards,
John
Buckeye,
What made you decide to switch to satellite?
I've had Comcast digital cable for TV and internet access forever, but I'm tired of the incessant price increases. My SIL and daughter switched to satellite (DirectTV also) a while back, partially because he likes the sports packages they provide.
They believe you get more for less on the TV end of things with satellite. They only have a reception issue 2-3 times per year, or when the guy working on the roof wacks the dish with his ladder.
With the satellite, they wound up eating their purchased box when they got HD because they bought the box versus renting one. In the swap they picked up.....TIVO, I believe.
Then there are the TV commercial wars between the two companies over which one has the most HD: channels versus programs, etc.
Thanks,
Jack
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lionroar88 wrote: dougdagrump wrote: lionroar88 wrote: fifedog wrote:88 - Parting with your F-3's...? Huh...? Wha...?Fife - I haven't decided yet. I really like them, but I've decided to scrap DCS from my plans... the Yellowbelly will soon be getting a ERR Upgrade as will the B&O Cow and Calf. I haven't decided what to do with the RS-1, F-3s, and WM GP-7s (the only other MTH products in my stable).While I really like them all I don't need them all. Especially the RS-1 since I have the Cow and Calf. The F-3s I would need to add 2 motors to so they will be more useful on the layout.I think the GP-7s will just be put on an elevated layout some time... but I do need to get them out and charge the battery... (the battery being one of the reasons I'm scraping DCS, that and the price of the DCS system).Brent, Before parting with your PS2 power, if you are planning on TMCC only is it possible to incorporate TPC's into your wiring plan. They give you excellent control of PS2 equipment only in a conventional mode. Doug,Not sure what I'm going to do yet... tough decision... I have so many engines and so little room on the layout for all of them...
dougdagrump wrote: lionroar88 wrote: fifedog wrote:88 - Parting with your F-3's...? Huh...? Wha...?Fife - I haven't decided yet. I really like them, but I've decided to scrap DCS from my plans... the Yellowbelly will soon be getting a ERR Upgrade as will the B&O Cow and Calf. I haven't decided what to do with the RS-1, F-3s, and WM GP-7s (the only other MTH products in my stable).While I really like them all I don't need them all. Especially the RS-1 since I have the Cow and Calf. The F-3s I would need to add 2 motors to so they will be more useful on the layout.I think the GP-7s will just be put on an elevated layout some time... but I do need to get them out and charge the battery... (the battery being one of the reasons I'm scraping DCS, that and the price of the DCS system).Brent, Before parting with your PS2 power, if you are planning on TMCC only is it possible to incorporate TPC's into your wiring plan. They give you excellent control of PS2 equipment only in a conventional mode.
lionroar88 wrote: fifedog wrote:88 - Parting with your F-3's...? Huh...? Wha...?Fife - I haven't decided yet. I really like them, but I've decided to scrap DCS from my plans... the Yellowbelly will soon be getting a ERR Upgrade as will the B&O Cow and Calf. I haven't decided what to do with the RS-1, F-3s, and WM GP-7s (the only other MTH products in my stable).While I really like them all I don't need them all. Especially the RS-1 since I have the Cow and Calf. The F-3s I would need to add 2 motors to so they will be more useful on the layout.I think the GP-7s will just be put on an elevated layout some time... but I do need to get them out and charge the battery... (the battery being one of the reasons I'm scraping DCS, that and the price of the DCS system).
fifedog wrote:88 - Parting with your F-3's...? Huh...? Wha...?
Brent, Before parting with your PS2 power, if you are planning on TMCC only is it possible to incorporate TPC's into your wiring plan. They give you excellent control of PS2 equipment only in a conventional mode.
That just means you will have to spend more time runnin' when the layout is complete. Don't want any of them to feel neglected.
Anyplace below the main level for an engine yard, not for display strictly utilitarian no fancy track or ballast. Just a place to park an engine, plus you could getaway with a bit steeper grade if only engines
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For Lent I gave up Time Warner Cable.
We are getting DirectTV tomorrow.
Does this mean I will be able to watch those railroad shows that many of you talk about to make me green with envy?
Celebrating 18 years on the CTT Forum.
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Good afternoon everyone. Spring is getting closer and so does construction of my first permanet layout Still layed off may get back to work the 10th Weightwise I think I have hit that dreaded platue need to increase water intake and exersize.
Afternoon all,
I've been reading along not doing much posting. Staying busy at work. Working OT today, making 64 hours this week, covering for one of the guys who covers for me when I take off for class, so I figured it was the least I could do. Uncle Sam will like the contribution too.
Got to run trains the other night. Had a different loco on and the link coupler kept uncoupling, after a little tweaking, it is staying coupled OK.
Got to go,
May God bless
Jim
RockIsland52 wrote: By the way, it was 9 this morning and we're going to get another dump of snow tonight, 6+ inches. Winter won't quit. That sunscreen is still sitting on the closet shelf.Jack
By the way, it was 9 this morning and we're going to get another dump of snow tonight, 6+ inches. Winter won't quit. That sunscreen is still sitting on the closet shelf.
Told you, don't mess with Mother Nature and the Chief. Shirt sleeves this afternoon. 60's tomorrow and Sunday. MN, take care of those Yanks for me.
Back to the store. Been crowded all day. Chargers seling great. Checked with the gang at the other BPS stores and they are dragging. Just ate lunch. Was so busy I did not realize it was after noon. Later
God bless TCA 05-58541 Benefactor Member of the NRA, Member of the American Legion, Retired Boss Hog of Roseyville , KC&D Qualified
Blueberryhill RR wrote: I almost bought a Harley, once. But I spent the money on aluminum siding. LOL ( Just like the commercial ). Chuck
Chuck
Then I caution you to not take the Harley factory tour if you visit York, PA. My wife Karen, who doesn't like motorcycles, was ready to buy one. Fortunately, I can't afford one.
anjdevil2 wrote: Besides, I'd rather have a steamer by Lionel.....
Besides, I'd rather have a steamer by Lionel.....
Rich,
I have sent you an email.
anjdevil2 wrote: dbaker48 wrote: One comment regarding the oil and energy issue. I get so tired of the liberals coming up with all the laws and bans for various products and activities in the interest of the environment, and human good. I enjoy muscle cars, and if I can afford it, then I will, don't need someone telling me I can't. Everyone yearns for the "old" days, most people took care of themselves, and were responsible for themselves as well. The only improvement that I see is in civil rights, and even that gets abused. Didn't mean to "go off", but someone asked....(sort of)Rich, you misunderstood. We said "Release the hounds." I already drive a HYBRID...it burns GAS & RUBBER!!! If we had paved roads up my way we might actually be able to enjoy driving. This time of year the potholes are winning and wreak havoc on the alloys and sidewalls.Have a great day gang.You do the same.Rich
dbaker48 wrote: One comment regarding the oil and energy issue. I get so tired of the liberals coming up with all the laws and bans for various products and activities in the interest of the environment, and human good. I enjoy muscle cars, and if I can afford it, then I will, don't need someone telling me I can't. Everyone yearns for the "old" days, most people took care of themselves, and were responsible for themselves as well. The only improvement that I see is in civil rights, and even that gets abused.
One comment regarding the oil and energy issue. I get so tired of the liberals coming up with all the laws and bans for various products and activities in the interest of the environment, and human good. I enjoy muscle cars, and if I can afford it, then I will, don't need someone telling me I can't. Everyone yearns for the "old" days, most people took care of themselves, and were responsible for themselves as well. The only improvement that I see is in civil rights, and even that gets abused.
Didn't mean to "go off", but someone asked....(sort of)
Rich, you misunderstood. We said "Release the hounds."
I already drive a HYBRID...it burns GAS & RUBBER!!!
If we had paved roads up my way we might actually be able to enjoy driving. This time of year the potholes are winning and wreak havoc on the alloys and sidewalls.
Have a great day gang.
You do the same.
Rich
Rich,Sent you an email.Mornin' fellas - rough morning... got to work and had a critical error to fix. 2.5 hours later, code changed, database updated, application enhancements inplace, problem solved. Everyone happy as a peach and then some (due to enhancements being rolled out 2 weeks ahead of schedule). I ordered 1/2 the rotary switches I'll need and another batch of track. That should get me done with half the second level mockup! To get the rest done I'll have to get 2 more switches, a new bridge, and a boat load of track, if I want to do it all at one time... so I'll probably pick up one switch and some of the track over the next few weeks. That will get me up to the second level of the second level... Then I'll need the bridge to complete that work. So I have to get some stuff posted on EBay, unless someone is interested here is the list:MTH 40-1031 1-Track Steel Arch Bridge (Rust)MTH 30-2624-1 Railking Baltimore & Ohio RS-1 (PS-2)MTH 33-2003-1 Chessie F-3 A-A (PS-2)MTH 33-2003-3 Chessie F-3 B (non-powered) (sold as a set with above)Lionel 6-11109 C&O 0-8-0If interested please email me.
Morning all. More snow last night. I am impressed with the civility of our discussions on energy and autos. Personally, I think we should all ride Vespas
Milestone yesterday: called to sign up the middle boy for high school. He's been 'home-schooled' so far.Don, I'm re-reading some 'prototype operations' books and taking from them some ideas to try creating more of a 'game' (sometimes) when running the layout: pull a card - do its activity or react to its event. It's fun! And better then getting a headache trying to figure out B&O signals. LOL
Doug Murphy 'We few, we happy few, we band of brothers...' Henry V.
Good Morning All
Well it's snowing again 2 to 3 expected.Fifth snowest Feb. on record. I blame the rebs,don't know why,just do.I'm sure they had something to do with it.
Chief-if you had grits this morning,you should stop somewhere and have a decent breakfast.
I'm going to watch the snow and try to clean up the train room,,,,Later S.J.
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RockIsland52 wrote: Blueberryhill RR wrote: Maybe they should start making more Motor Scooters. I nice Cushman Eagle would work good. I had one years ago.Chuck,I envisioned you a Harley guy. Jack
Blueberryhill RR wrote: Maybe they should start making more Motor Scooters. I nice Cushman Eagle would work good. I had one years ago.
Maybe they should start making more Motor Scooters. I nice Cushman Eagle would work good. I had one years ago.
Chuck,
I envisioned you a Harley guy.
Jack,
I almost bought a Harley, once. But I spent the money on aluminum siding. LOL ( Just like the commercial ).
Good morning all,
It is a mixed bag of precipitation in SE Indiana with temps in the 30s today. It was an interesting drive into work (with flashbacks to last week!), but made it in ok. If any one has a spouse wanting to see "Atonement", do whatever is necessary to avoid it. It was the last night for the run at the local bijou and my wife wanted to go. Fortunately, she found a girl friend to go with her and she said it was a very disappointing movie. Dodged another bullet. I went to the YMCA instead and watched "Lost", which is getting very strange indeed. At least there was a happy ending (at least, temporarily) for Desmond. Unlike the Chief, I had a decent and GRITS-free breakfast this morning on the dining car. I hope everyone has a good day.
Keep on training,
Mike C. from Indiana
Mornin' boys. Okay..
dbaker48 - be careful, for once you journey down the "operations" DARK SIDE, there is no return. It is your destiny...
Another cool and crisp one here in NE FLA.
lionroar88 wrote:Rich,I'll take it off your hands for $150.00 or I'll trade you an MTH B&O RS-3
Brent, that would be great, if I didn't want to take a $100 loss on the deal. Maybe I can turn it around on the 'bay or just keep it. I dunno why I did it, I just did (brain melt). Besides, I'd rather have a steamer by Lionel.....
Hey StubbsO, be careful out there, I'll be workin' on the '73 Satellite and burnin' rubber in your honor!
Which, in light of the current topic, I'll say this:
I am the monster in your head...And I thought you'd learn by now, It seems you haven't yet.I am the venom in your skin --- Breaking Benjamin
Good Morning from Blueberryhill....
It is 24 degrees. Light snow. Going up to 39, today, with snow changing o light rain. Then, tonite, is is getting colder, and changing back to snow. That's a really crazy weather report.
Today, I have some errands to run, locally. Then, I will relax and run trains, this afternoon. I need the fun time. Been a long winter and it's still here. Ready to cut grass again. Not much else new here.
Dining car has arrived and it's " All Aboard " for breakfast. Later.
Y'all have a great Friday.
Good Evening All.....
Had a busy day, went into the office, shipped a bunch of stuff. Then got the afternoon off !!! Went to a "not so favorite" LHS, just to get some track screws. Of course they didn't have any don't carry them either. The only they have is nails. Asked about a catalog, and they wanted $2 each. So didn't say anything just walked out.
Then over to Radio Shack to see about some banana connectors, of course they don't know what I'm talking about and don't have them either.
So back home and mowed the lawn and did some trimming. (5 lawn size bags). Everything is growing like crazy since we had all the rain and now 75-80 degree weather.
Think I'm having a philosophical reversal on some train operating opinions. I looked at some various videos about guys that simulate protypical train operations and previously thought it was almost insane. After going toour train club for a couple of years, the only thing that is done is running around in a 1500 foor circle following each other. The most sifnificant concern is not rear ending anyone or being rear ended. Seems "some" prototypicall activity could be interesting, configuring a train, trying to run a brief schedule, make some predefined drop offs, and return. Will need to think on that.
Glad to hear the school board issue and all the "forms" got resolved.
Sorry to hear about Dennis' dog, loss is always tough to handle.
Later
Don
RIP Chewy - best dog I ever had.
EVENING AL
No breaking news today. just checking in and grab a decaf,bedtime you know. We have ice cream and soda pop,just stop in. Good nite Chewy,,,,S.J.
anjdevil2 wrote: BTW...and Mel (RRCharlie, don't even SPEAK about this) I had a brain fart today and bought a Legacy system. And I only have 1 TMCC engine. Man, I'm Dumb...Hey Roger B, Make sure they get that thing to me in 1 piece!!! (anyone wanna Legacy???)
BTW...and Mel (RRCharlie, don't even SPEAK about this) I had a brain fart today and bought a Legacy system. And I only have 1 TMCC engine. Man, I'm Dumb...Hey Roger B, Make sure they get that thing to me in 1 piece!!! (anyone wanna Legacy???)
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