Consumer Electronics - 17 December 2007

Every time I watch the network channels like ABC, CBS, NBC, FOX in HDTV, there are these black horizontal brackets that appear on the sides of the screen. Will network tv remove these eventually and present them as just as option, so you can watch programs in fullscreen, because it's a bit of a nuisance?

2007-12-17 23:14:25 · 3 answers · asked by Jeannie L 2 in TVs

I would buy a head cleaner on-line, but where they
sell them they won't guarantee delivery before Christmas. So what materials should I use

2007-12-17 22:23:47 · 4 answers · asked by VBproblem 1 in Camcorders

Is anyone else having problems playing GTA Vice City (PS2 game), I have a 60GB PS3 with the 2.0 firmware and it plays with really low framerate, I have changed all the settings (smoothing on/off, high def on/off). Any suggestions, or anyone else experiencing this?

2007-12-17 22:22:07 · 4 answers · asked by Anonymous in PlayStation

2007-12-17 21:42:23 · 1 answers · asked by lynette m 1 in Land Phones

2007-12-17 21:38:14 · 5 answers · asked by Anonymous in PlayStation

Also how much are popular games for the 3? I know its a lot but cnat seem to find definative prices.

you may qoute in shekles or dollars thanks

2007-12-17 21:08:17 · 2 answers · asked by dangroner2000 3 in PlayStation

I am looking for a good digital camera that would be capable of taking magnified photos of insects and other arthropods. I would also like the camera to be useful for general purposes as well. Preferably moderately priced.

2007-12-17 19:53:12 · 5 answers · asked by wishi_was_inhawaii 1 in Cameras

Ok as you know i`m trying to get a hd tv and the specs on this set are really throwing me off plz simplify them for me my main concern is this tv list input video formats and it list 1080p does this mean it supports and plays 1080p or is it a way to trick me the link to the tv is here http://reviews.cnet.com/flat-panel-tvs/sony-kdl-26m3000/4507-6482_7-32590821.html?tag=sub

2007-12-17 19:51:54 · 4 answers · asked by Timothy B 2 in TVs

Is it really THAT hard? I heard it is, but is it really that bad?

2007-12-17 18:37:28 · 1 answers · asked by Staticx 6 in Music & Music Players

cant you use wireless internet on the ps3?? like the psp you could all you need to find is the signal but can you do the same in 40 gb ps3?? please tell me

2007-12-17 18:16:23 · 3 answers · asked by Erick N 1 in PlayStation

my subwoofer has the R, L/LFE connections while my receiver has the single sub-out connection - how much of a difference is there between connecting using a 'Y' cable to input to both the R and L connections on the sub as opposed to connecting only to the L/LFE connection?

2007-12-17 18:08:33 · 4 answers · asked by zoso 1 in Home Theater

and where can i buy one?

2007-12-17 17:53:12 · 18 answers · asked by Anonymous in Cell Phones & Plans

I updated my PS3 console to 2.10 version released today and said to support Divx. But I tried to watch "Shrek The Halls" which is mostly recorded on HD/Divx on some random site with no luck.

2007-12-17 17:47:01 · 3 answers · asked by Paul D 2 in PlayStation

Ok my bros getting into working out so I figured for christmas he can have an mp3. The only thing is that I already got him something pretty pricey but I still wanna get him one so he sticks with it. Anyways , for this reason Im looking for a cheap mp3, that still holds a decent amount of space (maybe a gig) , can be worn around the neck, puts out good sound, and maybe has a few little bells and whistles. Now a friend of mine recommended the player at the bottom of the screen, but I dont think it can be tied around the neck. So tell me if it can, and if it cant an mp3 player that can and fits the above criteria. Thanks for the help btw.

2007-12-17 17:16:47 · 4 answers · asked by Anonymous in Music & Music Players

2007-12-17 17:15:04 · 4 answers · asked by Marwin Y 1 in TVs

Ihave regular speaker wire that is spilt into two wires which twist the end , than squeeze the wire jacks on the reciver and put the wire in the holes.
The recievers come now with wire connection except for the SUB WoOfeR which has a RCA plug in on athae back of the Reciever. How can I modify regular speaker wire to a RCA plug on the end?

2007-12-17 17:03:49 · 3 answers · asked by ROBERT M 1 in Home Theater

I have a harmon/kardon AVR-146. Here is what the manual reads:

Continuous Average Power (FTC) ...

30 Watts per channel
@<0.07% THD, 20Hz - 20kHz into 8 ohms

Also, the reciever takes 235W through a 120V / 60Hz power supply. Is this an indicator of anything?

I know that most companies are dishonest about their reciever's power output. I just want to know if 30W is a realistic power output for a 5.1 channel reciever.

Thanks in advance!

2007-12-17 16:41:41 · 2 answers · asked by Carefree Alpaca! 4 in Home Theater

I just bought a used 99 Ford Contour that didn't come with an owner's manual. The clock is messed up and I have no idea how to fix it. It's got the standard AM/FM radio-cassette player. I tried hitting the clock button, holding it alone and with other buttons and it's not doing anything except switching the display from the radio station to the clock.

2007-12-17 16:36:52 · 4 answers · asked by Emily 2 in Other - Electronics

i want to buy one of them but i need good image and clarity and real colors but in dont not whos is better

2007-12-17 16:33:25 · 2 answers · asked by Anonymous in Cameras

Is the console gaining hype, failing, number being bought, amount of games, ect.

2007-12-17 16:27:32 · 3 answers · asked by xk 2 in PlayStation

DO I PUT THE ENTHERNET CABLE THAT GOES IN THE INTERNET BOX IN BACK OF MY PS3 OR THE ONE BEHIND THE PHONE I HAVE AT&T PLEASE HELP

2007-12-17 16:25:23 · 1 answers · asked by williamplata 3 in PlayStation

and the additional lines cost an extra $9.99 each.
I lost one of the phones which was on one of the additional lines. That particular line is NOT eligible for an upgrade. I am still paying the extra $9.99 per month. I want to keep the line, so how do I go about getting a replacement phone if I am NOT eligible for an upgrade on that line with the lost phone?

2007-12-17 16:21:06 · 7 answers · asked by marcecore 1 in Cell Phones & Plans

We have been having problems with our Qwest cell plan. Payment was due on the 15th (Saturday), today is the 17th (monday). My husband's screen went dead on phone and they told him if he paid the bill, he would not have a problem. We have been with Qwest 9 years, had great payment history and I am not taking that attitude from them anymore. She refused to let him speak with repair until he paid the bill. I had the same problem when we lost our daughter's phone and they told me that I had better find it or pay $250 within 5 days for breach of contract. I will pay more for great service. Anyone have a great service provider? I will pay to get out of my contract to not have to deal with their customer 'disservice' department.

2007-12-17 16:15:30 · 8 answers · asked by Anonymous in Cell Phones & Plans

How to choose a good video camera?

2007-12-17 16:14:56 · 1 answers · asked by Basanta Kumar Gautam 1 in Camcorders

2007-12-17 16:14:53 · 8 answers · asked by Dare to ask? 3 in Cell Phones & Plans

I just got a Helio Ocean mobile device yesterday when I was sending text messages and no one can send me one back. They can send it and it shows it got sent, but it never shows up in my message box! Help please!

2007-12-17 16:08:47 · 3 answers · asked by Lisa R 2 in Cell Phones & Plans

2007-12-17 15:42:58 · 4 answers · asked by Anonymous in Cell Phones & Plans

I put up a Nintendo Wii for starting bid $335 and Buy It Now $430. Shipping was $35. With one minute left and no bids, someone bought it for the Buy It Now price. He has 0 feedback. He payed $480 for the entire thing. It was confirmed on my PayPal. The guy e-mailed me, but he has very broken English. He is French and lives in Canada. Could this be a scam in any way?

2007-12-17 15:14:31 · 7 answers · asked by kp.eric 2 in Nintendo Wii

Is there a way to make my music from my computer to my Helio Ocean and set them as ring tones? Or do I have to buy them... that would suck, cause they are way too expensive to buy... >_<

2007-12-17 15:12:32 · 6 answers · asked by Justiney 2 in Cell Phones & Plans

How do you watch tv on your helio ocean?

2007-12-17 14:50:14 · 1 answers · asked by sesame street 2 in TVs