SilvrT Posted December 20, 2007 Share #1 Posted December 20, 2007 c'mon now... I know I ain't the only one who buys hisself a gift for xmas. Well, the wife and I decided to get a "common" gift...one that we both wanted and both can use so, we went out and bought a new 37" HDTV and a HD satellite receiver (we already have satellite TV). WOW! ... what a difference and, what a learning experience we went through before we settled on a specific TV brand/model. Then came the fun and games connecting everything (Satellite receiver, DVD player, Stereo system...) ... thos "sales people" don't tell ya everything and even though they seem knowledgeable, they don't always know everything either. I got the HDMI/DVI cable (coz the sales guy said I should)... but when I hooked it up (tried the s-video first) .... I had no sound! Great picture...no sound. Phoned the satellite tech support ... guy I got said I needed to turn the TV on before the SAT receiver so that a proper "handshake" could be made... well, that didn't work. Then I phoned the store where I bought the stuff... tech guy there wasn't sure why but said try shutting it all off. (I was at work during these calls so couldn't actually do anything). Got home, tried shutting off and starting TV first, then SAT receiver... no sound. Got on the phone with SAT tech again...went from tier one to tier two all the way to tier three support...they even downloaded a manual for the TV... and that's where it is obvious what was needed.... a simple $12 Audio 2-into-one cable that runs the audio from the SAT box to the single RCA/DVI audio jack on the back of the TV. THAT info was not in the paper manual that came with anything and it's obvious none of the tech guys knew what was needed without themselves referring to a "book". This process took over an hour and a half! Well, we're very happy with it now but this whole thing proves a point... the more "high-tech" things become, the more knowledge a person has to absorb and ya sure can't rely on nobody tellin ya simple, clear, layman's instructions no more. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hugbare Posted December 21, 2007 Share #2 Posted December 21, 2007 Had the same problem until I hooked the SAT Audio into my Stereo Amp and switched it to TV (used the TV input) ,.. Darn near pealed the paint off the walls and chattered my windows ... Ferfot to turn the amp down .. hahaha .... Sounds great in 7:1 800w surround sound ... OH YEAH ... What did I get myself for christmas ... A new home and all the bills caused by the grandkids ... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FROG MAN Posted December 21, 2007 Share #3 Posted December 21, 2007 Got the 42 inch plasma last year. This year something a little different. A fire and water resistant SAFE. I needed to store some valuables at home. We got all the high priority stuff at the safe deposit at the bank. This home safe holds the keys and titles to my first gens.:rotf: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BEER30 Posted December 21, 2007 Share #4 Posted December 21, 2007 Baron 4-2-4's , Baron Extreme Slash tips , Yamaha Front fender rail , all are already put on the scoot . Ain't I spoiled !!!!! BEER30 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Missionary Rider Posted December 21, 2007 Share #5 Posted December 21, 2007 Gerbing heated gloves Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rosebud Posted December 21, 2007 Share #6 Posted December 21, 2007 Phil got a new 50' LCD HD TV and I got a new Lincoln MKX. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
M61A1MECH Posted December 21, 2007 Share #7 Posted December 21, 2007 Krome-Werks pipes with turn out tips and a DYNA 3K ignition. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gentleman George Posted December 21, 2007 Share #8 Posted December 21, 2007 Got a new paved driveway to go with my new paved road. New Goodyear tires for my truck and oh yes my new mac mufflers for my 1st gen. Mary K's getting a new kitchen. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sleadhed Posted December 21, 2007 Share #9 Posted December 21, 2007 Utopia back rest, barrons risers, chrome bag lid gaurds, and a leather windshield bag. And if I'm really good Santa might leave me A HD license plate lighy kit. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tour Deluxe Posted December 21, 2007 Share #10 Posted December 21, 2007 A new toy for the garage. Got off e-bay for a good price. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Squidley Posted December 21, 2007 Share #11 Posted December 21, 2007 A trip down south to ride the bike....since it's been 2 months!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
E-Fishin-C Posted December 21, 2007 Share #12 Posted December 21, 2007 A Big........ Zero:crying:( and its not a Japanese Zero either) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ADC Posted December 21, 2007 Share #13 Posted December 21, 2007 40" LCD HD ,who knows what I want for Christmas better than myself. Arthur Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Midrsv Posted December 21, 2007 Share #14 Posted December 21, 2007 Got a new 57' HD television for the family room and HF bike lift for the garage (pick that up tomorrow). DT Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sleeperhawk Posted December 21, 2007 Share #15 Posted December 21, 2007 I am waiting on my Flanders bar setup to arrive along with the Barnett Clutch kit. For the family (Bobbie and I), we got a BluRay DVD player. Watching those movies in HD is awsome. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Joopster55 Posted December 21, 2007 Share #16 Posted December 21, 2007 DiamondR backrest, DiamondR RSV horn side cover, DiamondR leveling links, HD license bracket with lights, chrome radiater grill, rain booties, low air pressure pump with gauge, polishing kit, turn signal shades, passing lamps. Shades, chrome fender trim, chrome saddle bags trim are coming in the New Year. I've also asked Santa for good warm weather for all of us so we can get rid of this cabin fever and go riding! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hipshot Posted December 21, 2007 Share #17 Posted December 21, 2007 wow! it's almost Christmas, and i haven't even started my shopping!!!! oh well! i guess i can do it twice!, next year! lol just jt Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RedRider Posted December 21, 2007 Share #18 Posted December 21, 2007 Santa is bringing me a Morgan Carbtune and a Stebel horn. Yeah Santa!! RR Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Eddie Posted December 21, 2007 Share #19 Posted December 21, 2007 A go fast piece for my new car. Whipple Super Charger Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Squidley Posted December 21, 2007 Share #20 Posted December 21, 2007 A go fast piece for my new car. Whipple Super Charger Damn and it's shiney too!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dano Posted December 21, 2007 Share #21 Posted December 21, 2007 Wife got a new kitchen, appliances and cookery(?), I've managed to get the parts to put factory radio and cb on the bike. Both year long Christmas presents. Merry Christmas to all, Dan Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rattlesnake Posted December 21, 2007 Share #22 Posted December 21, 2007 gave myself a week off to go to Houston and see my mom and do a little fishing over at Galveston.Just got to tell the wife about it now. sneaky snake Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kantornado Posted December 21, 2007 Share #23 Posted December 21, 2007 I got myself a HITCHCRITTER Black Widow for the back of the bike and it really looks cool. Have already had people say it looks really good on the back of the 02' and as another brake light it don't hurt................Ron http://hitchcritters.com/images/widow.jpg Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
vicco27 Posted December 21, 2007 Share #24 Posted December 21, 2007 All those parts in the shop, in the back yard, in the attic to build our new trike with, oh and the new Mac mufflers to install on the new trike too. Santa would be very angry if they don't get all used up and become a trike. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
spear Posted December 21, 2007 Share #25 Posted December 21, 2007 One Makita 12", 100 teeth, TCT, 2.3mm kerf, saw blade for my Ryobi combination, radial arm bench saw. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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