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What will DVDs and 4:3 broadcasts look like on a widescreen TV?

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There are multiple settings for adjusting the appearance of 4:3 broadcasts on many widescreen TVs. 4:3 can be viewed with the black bars on the sides, preserving the way it was originally intended to be viewed. All flat panel monitors have a stretch mode that let you fill the entire TV screen with the image. Usually these modes stretch the outer portion of the picture while leaving the center untouched. Most people don't like the effect.
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What is Anamorphic Widescreen? Do I need a widescreen TV to view these DVDs?

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Anamorphic widescreen is a special feature of a DVD, that means the video on the disc diplays at a higher resolution. If a widescreen film is recorded on DVD in the anamorphic format, a Digital TV can "unsqueeze" the video image contained on the disc, so that it fills the full width of the TV screen, while retaining a high vertical resolution. You can view these DVDs if you don't have a widescreen TV, but ensure that the DVD player is set to standard "4x3" TV mode.
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Anamorphic widescreen is a special feature of a DVD that enables the video on the disc to be displayed at a higher resolution. If a widescreen film is recorded on DVD in the anamorphic format, a Digital TV can "unsqueeze" the video image contained on the disc, so that it fills the full width of the TV screen, while retaining a high vertical resolution. You can view these DVDs if you don't have a widescreen TV, but ensure that the DVD player is set to standard "4x3" TV mode.
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Anamorphic widescreen is a special feature of a DVD, that means the video on the disc diplays at a higher resolution. If a widescreen film is recorded on DVD in the anamorphic format, a Digital TV can "unsqueeze" the video image contained on the disc, so that it fills the full width of the TV screen, while retaining a high vertical resolution. You can view these DVDs if you don't have a widescreen TV, but ensure that the DVD player is set to standard "4x3" TV mode.
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Which DVDs have widescreen?

Our DVDs are either widescreen or fullscreen format. Check each DVD's description page for more details. If it isn't specified there, please check back to the pages as we update them each week.
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Is that your voice I hear on Auburn Network TV shows, radio broadcasts and DVDs?

Representative Mike Hubbard
Yes, it is. People may not always recognize my face, but most Auburn fans recognize my voice when I speak. In fact, many people tell me I sound a lot taller than I am in person!! You can hear my voice on Auburn Network TV shows,including the Auburn Football Review with Coach Tommy Tuberville,commercials on Auburn Network radio broadcasts, and on most Auburn football highlight DVDs. For more information on my company and all the things we do, visit the Auburn Network, Inc., website.
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Why are the 4 workouts on 2 DVDs?

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We decided to include all four workouts on two DVDs for two reasons-convenience and sustainability. Having fewer DVDs to keep track of is easier and more convenient, especially, when you are traveling. But, there's a second, even more important reason. Part of our mission is to bring products and services to the world in a conscious way and that includes being "environmentally" conscious. So, by putting four workouts on two DVDs, we've cut the volume of plastic used in the packaging by 50%.
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What is the difference between the traditional 4:3 semi-square and 16:9 widescreen formats?

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The future of television is the new 16:9 widescreen which is the shape of most new sets on sale now and is gradually replacing the legacy 4:3 format which was the original shape when UK broadcasting began in 1936. Most television programmes - including BBC News and virtually all other broadcast output - is now produced in 16:9 widescreen and you may wish to future-proof your DVD by opting for the newer standard.
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How will DVDs and regular TV look on a plasma TV?

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good as they possibly can, with the right display. Not all Plasmas are geared for hi-def; you should look for one that can make the most of any signal.
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This a tough question. Some plasma TVs display SD (standard TV) better than others. The best way to insure good PQ is to view the flat panel monitor broadcasting SD and DVDs for yourself.
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Why are most DVDs produced in Widescreen?

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The Widescreen format sits best with the DVD format as it comes closest to recreating the cinema experience in your home. With the panning and scanning process, up to 1/3 of the original film image can be lost. With Widescreen you are seeing more of the film not less! The Widescreen presentation lets you enjoy the COMPLETE movie (on a standard TV) as the director intended.
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Can my 4:3 analog TV set display digital TV to its full effect?

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No. You can view digital television on your 4:3 analog receiver with a digital set top box, but you will not be able to see widescreen pictures displayed to full effect. Some set-top boxes give you the option of viewing widescreen pictures in 'letterbox' format (black bars top and bottom) or 'centre cut' full screen format (with the 4:3 section 'cut out' of the 16:9 picture).
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No. You are able to view digital television on your 4:3 analog television with the addition of a digital tv set top box, but you will not be able to see widescreen pictures displayed to full effect. Some set top boxes will give you the option of viewing widescreen pictures in letterbox format (black bars top and bottom) or centre cut full screen format (with the 4:3 section cut out of the 16:9 picture).
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Will my recordings from Beyond TV 3 still be there when I upgrade to Beyond TV 4?

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Yes, but only if you don’t uninstall Beyond TV 3 first. Follow the directions below to correctly upgrade while maintaining your settings and recorded shows.
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Will my old Beyond TV 3 product key work in Beyond TV 4?

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No, your old Beyond TV 3 key is not valid for Beyond TV 4. When you upgrade to Beyond TV 4 you will receive a new product key and your old Beyond TV 3 product key will be invalidated.
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You don't have purchase links for any region 3, 4, 5 or 6 DVDs. Why not?

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We're not aware of any DVD internet mail order sites that encourage others to link through them. If you know of any, please send us the information by clicking on the 'Web Page Comments' link on the sidebar.
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Back to menu 4. Why do I need probiotic therapy like VSL#3™?

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There is a large and growing body of scientific evidence indicating that diet supplementation with live probiotic bacteria may confer a significant health effect on an individual when those bacteria are consumed in "adequate" amounts. About 400 bacterial species are thought to be present in the normal intestine, with bacterial concentration as high as 1010- 1012 bacteria per gram in the colon.
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Why can I still see black bars on my widescreen TV?

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Widescreen TVs have an aspect ratio of 1.77:1; the same ratio can be expressed as 16:9. Widescreen presentations with aspect ratios higher than this (i.e. 1.85:1 or 2.35:1, for example) will still exhibit black bars at the top and bottom despite these being much less than those on a standard 4:3 ?square? TV set.
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Do I need a widescreen TV set?

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No. You can view digital widescreen programmes using a standard set, but with so many free-toview programmes now broadcast in digital widescreen, a widescreen TV set gives you the best viewing experience.
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What do they look like?

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They are never bigger than a sesame seed, you know the ones on a burger bun. And their colour varies between light golden brown and dark brown. When they first hatch they are very tiny, about the size of a grain of sand. Their color changes when they feed and fill up with blood, this makes them dark brown. As they digest their meal they turn lighter and lighter.
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The Miniature Schnauzer has a stocky build, wiry outer coat and fairly thick whiskers and leg furnishings. For more information see the Breed Standard and the accompanying Slide Show. You may also order the "Illustrated Discussion of the Miniature Schnauzer Standard" in our Publications section.
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Why is the widescreen version making things look too skinny?

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How do I replace a damaged DVD? If you accidentally damage or break one of your Disney DVDs, you can get a replacement disc for a nominal charge of $6.95. Please mail in your damaged DVD (along with DVD case and full packaging), a Check or Money order for $6.95 (made payable to WDHE), along with your Contact Information (Name, Address, and Phone Number) to:
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Why doesn't the mouthpiece last for longer than 3 - 4 months?

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There are pro's and con's to having a hole in the mouthpiece. The pro is obviously you can breathe, although not well through the small hole but the cons are a whistling noise as the air passes through the hole. The hole also creates a small directional jet of air and the back of the throat becomes very dry.
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Q5. If my TV / Monitor have a 4:3 aspect ratio, will I still be able to play games at full screen?

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Yes, you can. The Xbox 360 is compatible with both 16:9 (widescreen) and 4:3 aspect ratio TVs / monitors. Just make sure that you set the video settings properly so the Xbox 360 knows which type of TV / monitor you have. Be warned that some games will force you to play games in widescreen mode (example, Condemned: Criminal Origins), so if you're using 4:3 aspect ratio TV / Monitor, expect to see black bars on the top & bottom of the screen. This is frequently known as Letterbox Mode.
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Do I need to buy a new widescreen TV?

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Information on the new Solus card agreement can be accessed via the following link: http://www.free2view.tv
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I already have a widescreen TV set. Why do I need Digital as well?

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Only digital TV offers true widescreen pictures. On analogue TV you don't normally see the whole widescreen picture, and your widescreen TV has to stretch the picture to fit the screen. Digital widescreen pictures are the right shape for your widescreen TV. Adding a set top box will allow you full enjoyment of your favourite programmes in true widescreen and give you more free-to-view services.
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What content from the TV broadcasts is not available on WHAS11.com?

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Due to the sheer volume of content being produced by 11 News on any given day, some content does not make its way onto WHAS11.com. For instance, very short stories with few details may not make it onto the site until additional information is available.
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