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As I use Nikon Digital SLR's, I cannot speak to your particular Olympus linked camera. I can provide some thoughts for you regarding your consideration process. 1. $329 price range has many many P&S (point and shoot) cameras in it. Nikons, Cannons, etc. 2. An optical viewfinder is the most natural to me, however optical viewfinders on P&S cameras typically are not identically matched to the lens and have a grid within the viewfinder to "center" your subject - when using. Failing to use the grid can result in the subject being off location in the final print. 3. 12 megapixels is way more than you need. 6 megapixels will easily produce 11x14" prints of Museum quality - given the correct glass (aka lens). 4. The view screen on digital P&S cameras has a tendency to get scratched, so manufacturers have screen covers that are sometimes available. At least consider one with this option. 5. http://www.dpchallenge.com/ is an international photography site with some outstanding photographers on it. It also has a cameras list with actual photos taken with that particular camera. I would check there. 6. Battery life is very very important to photographers. Choose a camera with either long battery life, easily acquired batteries (like 2A) or both. 7. Lens focal length is important. The greater the "OPTICAL" range like (18mm-200mm) the better. The electronic zoom range is nothing more than an in camera crop of the longest optical focal length. If you camera has an optical zoom of 3X then from your smallest focal length (typically 28 or 35 mm) then 3 times that number is you maximum lens focal length. A 28mm would be an 84mm and a 35mm would be a 105mm. These numbers are found typically near the ring surrounding the lens glass and might read something like 28-84mm or 35-105mm. The OPTICAL zoom is the only important number. The wider the spread the better. Like an 18-105mm would be great - wide enough to get good landscapes and long enough to get decent frame filling portraits. 8. The most important element in photography is light. The part of the camera that captures light is the lens. Therefore the most important part of the camera is the lens and specifically the glass. Better lens glass costs more money as they can more easily capture the light.

Uriah Heep - Look at Yourself J Giles - Full House The Doors - Greatest Hits Bob Seger - Smokin' OP's Allman Brothers - Live at the Fillmore Emerson Lake Palmer - Trilogy Savage Grace - Savage Grace (1970 release - All Along the WatchTower - the ending will raise the hair on your neck) http://www.mp3.com/artist/savage-grace/songs/?tag=tabs;songs&om_act=convert&om_clk=arttabs There is also an album titled "Super Session" with Al Kooper, Steven Stills and Mike Bloomfield. The "Season of the Witch" cut is wicked along with the very gentle "Harvey's Tune". http://www.amazon.com/Super-Session-Bloomfield/dp/B00008QSA5

Very knowledgeable folks here. Enjoy the forum.

The Klipsch Pro Media 2.1 will fill way more space than your described offices. Even has a sub woofer. It's what I use.

I actually prefer the KLF-20's over the 30's. They sound more efficient to my ears - meaning the same volume setting through both sets of speakers, the 20's will be louder than the 30's. I cannot post on a comparison to the RF7's. Those that like the "Legend" series sound (as I do), do seem to be partial to it - over other series.

According to this photo http://www.klipsch.com/products/details/promedia-2-1.aspx , the front would be the port side with the speaker to the right. I would regard the side with the Klipsch emblem as the front.

$120 for a pair of KLF-10"s is a GREAT deal. Enjoy them.

Reminds me of the fellow who was always complaining that his wife couldn't hear. She's in the kitchen making supper, he's in the bedroom and hollers "what's for dinner". A minute later, he walks to the hallway and hollers "what's for dinner". With still no answer, he moseys to the kitchen and again hollers "what's for dinner" to which she relies; "for the third damn time - Chicken!" Now as one who has survived 32 years of married bliss - there is a point in every discussion when one of you is just going to do whatever it is you are going to do - anyway. So just do it. The repercusions are certain - but after that many years - she already knows (and has likely accepted) whatever shortcomings you possess. Just love her for the fact she even answers you 3 times - []

The History Channel last nite ran a program on this topic. Had excerpts from I Ching, Mayans, Merlin, Scripture, etc. etc. etc. Basically concluded that although there is enough coincidence to raise a question, there is no concrete evidence. Lots of folks have wrongly predicted the demise of the world. Regardless of past predictions, the alignment of the celestial bodies might cause one to scratch their head and ponder - at least for a moment. If nothing else, it is a rare event.

I personally really enjoy J Lohr cabernets. http://www.jlohr.com/wines_main.html#vineyard Typically priced 7 Oaks at $17/bottle, I can sometimes find it on sale for nearly $12. The higher end Cuvee' and Hilltop series are wonderful. ETA: pulled a bottle of '95 from the cellar at xmas for a little treat.

[] I'd really like to post that picture elsewhere.

My thoughts are that part of the hype is hype and part of the hype is history. Regardless of this or any other predictions, we certainly know that at any given time, something dramatic can happen. Earthquake, Hurricane, Tornado, Snow/Ice Storm, Flood, Drought, Fire, Riot, etc. To me, it is simply prudent to be prepared for natural disasters - disasters that can happen in your neighborhood. If prepared for those, then most will be able to make it through whatever comes along. I do think we ignore too much of history and the lessons it offers.

Only speaking for myself - I try to not miss a day [8-|] If I didn't drink beer/wine/wiskey, I'd probably drink iced tea or just water. Recently finished a bottle of Canadian Club Sherry Cask. Doing my reclyclers duty and returning the glass. Last night opened a new and rare bottle of Jim Beam Distillers Choice. Really nice. Of course that was after a couple Dos Equis XX Amber. Finished a weekend painting project and was relaxing in the accomplishment.

Work for a major automobile manufacturer in Michigan. Wife works at a local hospitol. Times are very bleak. 401's down, home equity down (lost 30K in last 6 months), multiple foreclosures in my neighborhood, employment very unsteady. Company downsizing an absolute certainty and for those still working - compensation reductions guaranteed in the next few weeks. Towards the end of last year we paid off all CC's. Eliminated Christmas. Modified cable back to just basic. Even modified our monthly phone bill by $5 by eliminating our unlisted number. Keep the thermostat at 66. Monitor all electric usage. Have virtually eliminated going out to eat - but we do try to get out a couple times a month - even if just for a bargain breakfast or something. Have cut WAAAYYYY back on beer - [] (instead of 18/wk it's now 18/mo). Placed bulk of portfolio in very secure low risk bond funds just prior to the election, so I'm basically even with where I ended up last year. Am just trying to get a little cash set aside for the anticipated layoff/forced retirement. Considering refinancing my mortgage if I can get a rate inside the 4% range, and will have at least 1 car payment no matter what. Just doing what I think everyone is doing - trying to make it. Have neighbors/friends that have both lost their jobs. Have co-workers "encouraged" into retirement and unable to find any work. Tough times here in Michigan.

Last night was a couple of Leinenkugels Creamy Dark Lager - after a Shiraz/Cabernet blend at dinner. http://www.leinie.com/av.html I did grab a bottle of Jim Beam Distillers Choice at the local market. Rare find and limited availability.

I think you'll be quite happy with whatever Klipsch grouping you decide upon. 1 - it is an upgrade over your current and 2 - Klipsch makes great speakers. Buy what sounds good to YOU. Research shopping is the best kind. Doesn't even cost you anything untill you make a decision. [H]

Now that's funny.

During the week with dinner, a glass or two of red (typically a Cabernet) regardless of what's on the plate. Then a sit back and relax tall Bourbon and water, Canadian Club (10 year old) and water or sometimes even a Dewars (in the Winter). Summer calls for Tanquery and tonic. The weekends are for more casual drinking where I try to keep it to a half dozen or so beers per afternoon/evening. I do occassionally (very ocassionally) have days without a "beverage" but typically only if I'm bedridden ill. Even then a shot and some honey is my medicine of choice. Some people my age take a baby aspirin a day to keep their blood thin - I prefer a little red wine and a tall wiskey & water.

How do I determine the sub setting on a pair of KLF-20's. KLF-20 Specifications frequency response 34Hz-20kHz±3dB power handling 200 watts maximum continuous (800 watts peak) sensitivity 100dB @ 1watt/1meter nominal impedance 8 ohms crossover frequency HF 7,000 Hz LF 750 Hz In applying the OP's question of 80-120 Hz and the resultant suggestions to use 80 Hz as the sub setting, how can I apply that same deductive logic to my KLF's.

A few thoughts; A 2007 G6 should be getting around 26+ mpg and thus would be marketable as the gas prices get higher. 2nd, depending on when leased and length of lease, the remaining payments may be picked up by the dealer as part of the sale. I just got out of a 2007 lease 2 months early without any penalty. Saturn being for sale, may not impact the tradein at all, depending on the vehicle. An Aura (recent car of the year award winner) at nearly 30 mpg could have decent appeal as a trade in. Saturn has a solid reputation now, plus nearly all parts are interchangeable with another GM model. Service at GM dealers is likely to continue, but maybe not as a warranty item. The Volvo, has a strong safety reputation. I personally would hope to sell you on a Cadillac, but that in no way diminishes the Volvo or your wife's interest in it. From just a personal viewpoint, The Mrs had longed for either a BMW X5 or a Jaguar sedan. But neither gave me the sense of security on road trips if something broke - plus the payments were nearly double over what I got her. For her milestone birthday she received a Cadillac CTS4 DI and is thrilled. I like the vehicle enough to actually grin while I'm writing the monthly payment. The husband is happiest when the wife is happy!!!!! Lots of new Caddies coming out this year with the redesigned SRX, CTS coupe and CTS wagon. The 304hp Direct Injection engine ($1000 option) gets 27 mpg and the lease residual on that option was 90% - meaning it only cost me $100 over 4 years to get the upgraded engine. A $900 residual on a $1000 option. Can't beat that with a stick. Anyway - best of luck to you - regardless of what you finally decide. edit to add: I owned a Cadillac SRX (2004 model) AWD with the NorthStar V8, UltraView sunroof, magnetic ride control, High Intensity Discharge headlights, Navigation, Permium sound system, rear DVD and 3rd row seats. Absolutely the finest riding vehicle I have ever owned. Smooth, powerfrul, comfortable.

I believe your purchase may qualify under the stimulus packages content regarding new vehicle sales and deducting the sales tax and loan interest. As I understand it, it is good for vehicles up to $49,500 and household incomes of 250K or less - even if you do not itemize. Approximately a $1500 deduction on a $25K car/truck. Purchases qualify between Nov 12 2008 and Dec 31 2009.

Now a days equivalent of a 73' Nova. I wasn't aware that '73 Nova's were awarded Car of the year 2 consecutive years. Nor that they were anything like the current Malibu/Aura models at 30 mpg and 5 star safety ratings. But hey, I was only driving for a couple of years in '73.

Many great suggestions so far. Reiterating a few: Museum of Science, Shedds Aquarium, Uno's Pizeria, Miracle Mile for shopping, and I like Webers as all their meats are cooked on Weber Charcoal grills - tasty.

I'm running KLF-20's, KLF-C7 and Polk Monitor 70 towers for rears. Was looking fror a pair of S-6's per the Klipsch recommendations, but really like the rears I have. I must agree with the others - front 3 are the most important with whatever your ears like and your budget can afford for the rest.

I am running KLF-20's directly beside the Furniture housing a Sony KV-32XBR200 Trinitron WEGA. This TV is about 10/11 years old. HUGE massive heavy picture tube. Ocassionally, I'll loose color for a few minutes - but it always returns - and happens maybe once every few months. I originally thought the picture tube might be going - but the other day I dropped a paperclip on top of the speaker cabinet and it moved - like it was being magnetically drawn. Is my ocassional color distortion the result of my speaker placement? (see page 111 in the HT pictures thread for my set up). http://forums.klipsch.com/forums/thread/1160432.aspx