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Which Kind of Television Is Best for Your Home Theater?

Much debate has been made in the name of which television offers the best user experience. When you sit down in front of the big game, which television format is going to give you the best picture, the best price, and the best overall experience? While it may not be possible to say whether LCD, Plasma, or LCD is going to be the best choice for you, it is possible to put together a list of some of the pros and cons of each format to help you make a decision as to which format will offer you the most of what you want with the least of what you don’t want.

LCD
LCD televisions have been quite popular for some time now and have become something of an “industry standard” if there is such a thing for the television market at this point in time. The fact of the matter is that when you go to your local “big box” store and walk into the electronics section, most of what you see in front of you are LCD televisions. So why are LCDs so popular? One great advantage of LCD televisions is the fact that they offer very low glare and can be watched in a higher light environment than a plasma television. Another advantage of LCD will come at the end of the month in the form of a lower energy bill. LCD televisions as a rule tend to use less energy than some of the alternative televisions. … Continue Reading ...

Amos Vanbrocklin by — January 31, 2023 in Tucson News
Panasonic Viera TXP42V20 1080P Full HD Plasma Television Reviewed

Panasonic has introduced the TXP42V20B as their latest model of quality plasma displays. Right out of the box, the Panasonic TXP42V20B is visually striking. In contrast to many other plasma televisions that have black or bronze cases, the TXP-42V20 features a grey edge that looks like brushed metal with its high gloss polish. Although it lacks the style and beauty of some of its competitors, this TV is functional and utilitarian.

The TX-P42V20 has been loaded with different A/V inputs and outputs that would be expected on a TV of its caliber. Included are four HDMI slots, two USB connections, an Ethernet port, D-sub PC port, and an SD slot. One feature that the USB ports support is the ability to view movies and pictures and play music files from an USB hard drive. In addition to multimedia playback, the TX-P42V20B can record Freesat and Freeview HD programs if connected to a USB hard drive. This feature is quite convenient, although being able to watch the recorded programs only on the TXP42V20 is slightly annoying. To be able to have access to streaming media, software upgrades, and online content from Freesat and Freeview, the Ethernet port serves as an access to the internet.

By connecting to the internet, the Panasonic TXP42V20B can access Viera Cast, an online service provided by Panasonic. This feature allows owners of the television to stream movies and programming and to access Skype from the service for a monthly fee.

The picture quality is very good … Continue Reading ...

Amos Vanbrocklin by — January 31, 2023 in Tucson News
How To Get a Quarterback Football Scholarship

As former NFL QB and both a high school football coach and a private quarterback training coach I get asked a lot about what is the best way to get my son recruited and ultimately get a $200,000 football scholarship.

In the past football recruiting was “reactive,” or waiting for college coaches to notice and contact you. Waiting around to receive letters and calls from coaches is not a viable method for your football scholarship success. The new and correct way to get recruited is that the player and or parent has to be proactive.

This is the difference between recruiting and marketing: reactive and proactive. I have friends who are college football coaches and they tell me sometimes they receive up to 2,000 DVDs or highlight videos from parents. The problem is you need to focus your efforts and try cut through the clutter.

Problem #1 is do not wait till your senior year to be contacting the colleges. The difference between each division is the level of play. Any quality football recruit can fit in somewhere, and in many situations at more than a few schools. What I am hearing from my football college coaching friends is the best way to get a coaches attention and get by the glut of DVDs is to send an email video directly to your football coach.

My technique is to find a football recruiting service that has the ability to produce a football highlight video that can be emailed directly. So … Continue Reading ...

Amos Vanbrocklin by — January 29, 2023 in Nyc News Today
Counter Top Protection: Which Type Is Best for Your Construction or Remodeling Project?

During a construction or kitchen remodeling project, expensive counter tops are often damaged by dropped tools, spilled food and liquid splatter. They can be carelessly scratched and dinged by workers or subcontractors. This not only forces builders to spend additional time replacing or fixing the damage, it also upsets customers and decreases potential referrals. To ensure counter tops stay as beautiful as the day they are installed, it is important to use temporary protection. There are several types of counter top protection available through surface protection suppliers.

When deciding which type of protection to use, the first step is to determine whether the project needs heavy duty or light duty protection. This will depend on the type and scope of the construction project, the number of workers in the area, and the actual material type of the counter top. Materials can be made from granite, synthetic stones, tile, cement and wood. Each of these materials can experience various types of surface protection damage with the most frequent issue being surface scratching.

Heavy duty adhesive bubble protection, commonly known as Tackguard, prevents damage from impact and scratches. It is perforated every 12″ so for a quick and easy installation. The professional look of the adhesive bubble protection impresses customers and provides a cushion of air between the counter top and bubble surface. This layer works well to prevent expensive dents and dings.

Adhesive film is the most common type of protection. This light duty protection is the least expensive protection option … Continue Reading ...

Amos Vanbrocklin by — January 29, 2023 in Chicago Breaking News
Top 10 Protein Foods List – Know the Best Protein-Rich Foods You Should Eat

Protein is essential in building muscles, restoring and replacing tissues, and maintaining a healthy immune and hormonal system. For people who are physically active, more protein is needed in their diets. The following list contains the top foods that are the best sources of protein.

Protein-rich foods for vegetarian athletes:

1. Cowpeas and leafy tips that are cooked and drained (may be added with salt)
2. Raw and fresh egg whites
3. Cheeses such as cottage cheese, non-creamed cheese, dry cheese, and non-fat cheese
4. Dried seaweed and spirulina
5. Extra-Firm or Silken-Lite Mori-Nu Tofu
6. Soy sauce from tamari
7. Low-fat, 1% milk-fat cottage cheese
8. Lite-Firm Mori-Nu Tofu
9. Raw pumpkin leaves
10. Nuts and seeds such as cashew nuts, walnuts, and almonds

The following are the top 10 animal-based and plant-based protein foods:

1. Red meat such as beef, pork, and liver
2. White meat such as chicken and fish
3. Eggs and dairy products such as:
a. Hard cheeses including Parmesan
b. Soft cheeses such as Mozzarella, Brie, and Camembert
c. Medium cheeses such as cheddar and Swiss
d. Yogurt
e. Cottage cheese
f. Milk
g. Eggs
4. Legumes – These are edible dried beans (seedpods) such as chickpeas, flagelot beans, kidney beans, split beans, haricot beans, and lentils. They are rich sources of protein.
5. Nuts and seeds – Over the years, nuts and seeds have been among the best sources of protein. Examples of nuts are almonds, cashew nuts, peanuts, and walnuts. These can … Continue Reading ...

Amos Vanbrocklin by — January 27, 2023 in Chicago Breaking News
What Are the Advantages and Disadvantages of Satellite TV?

A lot of people seem to be curious regarding the differences between digital satellite TV and the traditional broadcast system. In fact many people are curious about the advantages and disadvantages of satellite television. For starters, the use of digital satellite TV ensures that users experience better picture quality, which is a major advantage.

When satellite televisions were first introduced, having a large movable dishes was initially a requirement to get strong signals from different satellites. Smaller dishes that get the same or better signal quality have now been developed. These new, smaller dishes also cost less.

Considering the way signals are transmitted to houses, in comparison to cable television, satellite television providers are able to offer highly superior picture. Since cable wires can be at a large distance from the hubs, unlike digital satellite televisions, their picture quality is poor. Digital satellite TVs receive the very first signal that the original source transmits.

As long as the satellite company has a contract with a satellite station, signals transmitted from almost every station across the globe can be received by the satellite television box. Thus, unlike cable companies, a wider selection of TV channels can be provided by Satellite TV providers.

The sudden cut off of satellite signals can interrupt viewing, which is frustrating for viewers. Satellites orbiting the earth transmit and receive information. To allow the digital satellite box the ability to decode the satellite signals, they are compressed before being transmitted.

A major difference between a traditional broadcast … Continue Reading ...

Amos Vanbrocklin by — January 26, 2023 in Tucson News