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CDX-890/590/490 Natural Sound Compact Disc Player Lecteur de disque audionumérique de la série "Natural Sound" Thank you for selecting this YAMAHA Compact Disc Player. Nous vous remercions d'avoir porté votre choix sur ce lecteur de disque OWNER'S MANUAL MODE D'EMPLOI FEATURES CARACTERISTIQUES • • • • • Random Access Programmable Play Random-Sequence Play Single Track/Entire Disc Repeat Play Automatic Spacing Capability Automatic Programming for Recording to Tape • Automatic Peak Level Searching Capability • CD Synchronized Recording with a Compatible YAMAHA Tape Deck • Display Brightness Changing Capability • Remote Control Capability CDX-890 and CDX-590 only • Optical and Coaxial Digital Outputs CDX-490 only • Optical Digital Output • • • • • CONTENTS TABLE DES MATIERES Safety Instructions ............................................... 2 Connections ......................................................... 4 Identification of Components ............................... 6 Basic Operation ................................................... 8 Random-Sequence Play .................................... 12 Repeat Play ....................................................... 12 Program Play ..................................................... 13 Index Search ...................................................... 14 Track Programming for Recording to Tape ....... 15 CD Synchronized Recording ............................. 19 Notes about the Remote Control Transmitter ......................................................... 20 Notes about Handling Compact Discs ............... 20 Troubleshooting.................................................. 21 Specifications..................................................... 22 Attention ............................................................. 23 Connexions ......................................................... 24 Identification des composants ............................ 26 Fonctionnement de base .................................... 28 Lecture en séquence aléatoire ........................... 32 Lecture repetée .................................................. 32 Lecture programmée .......................................... 33 Recherche d'index .............................................. 34 Programmation des plages pour enregistrement sur bande .................................... 35 Enregistrement synchronise d'un disque audionumérique ........................................39 Remarques concernant la télécommande .......... 40 Remarques concernant la manipulation des disques ... 40 Dépistage de pannes .......................................... 41 Caractéristiques techniques ............................... 42 Lecture programmable à accès direct Lecture en séquence aléatoire Lecture répétée de plage unique/disque entier Fonction d'espacement automatique Programmation automatique de pour l'enregistrement • Fonction de recherche automatique du niveau de crête • Enregistrement synchronisé de disque audionumérique avec un magnétophone à cassettes compatible YAMAHA • Fonction de modification de luminosité de l'affichage • Fonctionnement par télécommande CDX-890 et CDX-590 seulement • Sorties numériques optiques et coaxiales CDX-490 seulement • Sortie numérique optique SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 10 Power Sources – The unit should be connected to a CAUTION RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL. • Explanation of Graphical Symbols The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within an equilateral triangle, is intended to alert you to the presence of uninsulated "dangerous voltage" within the product's enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons. The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert you to the presence of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the appliance. WARNING TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS UNIT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE. 1 Read Instructions – All the safety and operating instructions should be read before the unit is operated. 2 Retain Instructions – The safety and operating instructions should be retained for future reference. 3 Heed Warnings – All warnings on the unit and in the operating instructions should be adhered to. 4 Follow Instructions – All operating and other instructions should be followed. 5 Water and Moisture – The unit should not be used near water – for example, near a bathtub, washbowl, kitchen sink, laundry tub, in a wet basement, or near a swimming pool, etc. 6 Carts and Stands – The unit should be used only with a cart or stand that is recommended by the manufacturer. 6A A unit and cart combination should be moved with care. Quick stops, excessive force, and uneven surfaces may cause the unit and cart combination to overturn. 7 Wall or Ceiling Mounting – The unit should be mounted to a wall or ceiling only as recommended by the manufacturer. 8 Ventilation – The unit should be situated so that its location or position does not interfere with its proper ventilation. For example, the unit should not be situated on a bed, sofa, rug, or similar surface, that may block the ventilation openings; or placed in a built-in installation, such as a bookcase or cabinet that may impede the flow of air through the ventilation openings. 9 2 Heat – The unit should be situated away from heat sources such as radiators, stoves, or other appliances that produce heat. power supply only of the type described in the operating instructions or as marked on the unit. 11 Power-Cord Protection – Power-supply cords should be routed so that they are not likely to be walked on or pinched by items placed upon or against them, paying particular attention to cords at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the unit. 12 Cleaning – The unit should be cleaned only as recommended by the manufacturer. 13 Nonuse Periods – The power cord of the unit should be unplugged from the outlet when left unused for a long period of time. 14 Object and Liquid Entry – Care should be taken so that objects do not fall into and liquids are not spilled into the inside of the unit. 15 Damage Requiring Service – The unit should be serviced by qualified service personnel when: A. The power-supply cord or the plug has been damaged; or B. Objects have fallen, or liquid has been spilled into the unit; or C. The unit has been exposed to rain; or D. The unit does not appear to operate normally or exhibits a marked change in performance; or E. The unit has been dropped, or the cabinet damaged. 16 Servicing – The user should not attempt to service the unit beyond those means described in the operating instructions. All other servicing should be referred to qualified service personnel. 17 Power Lines – An outdoor antenna should be located away from power lines. 18 Grounding or Polarization – Precautions should be taken so that the grounding or polarization is not defeated. We Want You Listening For A Lifetime (for US customers only) YAMAHA and the Electronic Industries Association's Consumer Electronics Group want you to get the most out of your equipment by playing it at a safe level. One that lets the sound come through loud and clear without annoying blaring or distortion – and, most importantly, without affecting your sensitive hearing. Since hearing damage from loud sounds is often undetectable until it is too late, YAMAHA and the Electronic Industries Association's Consumer Electronics Group recommend you to avoid prolonged IMPORTANT! Please record the serial number of this unit in the space below. Model: Serial No.: The serial number is located on the rear of the unit. Retain this Owner's Manual in a safe place for future reference CAUTION: READ THIS BEFORE OPERATING YOUR UNIT 1 To ensure the finest performance, please read this manual carefully. Keep it in a safe place for future reference. 2 Install your unit in a cool, dry, clean place – away from windows, heat sources, and too much vibration, dust, moisture or cold. Avoid sources of hum (transformers, motors). To prevent fire or electrical shock, do not expose to rain and water. 7 Be sure to read the "TROUBLESHOOTING" section on common operating errors before concluding that your unit is faulty. 8. Do not place another component on top of this unit, because to do so will discolor or damage the surface of the unit. 9. To prevent damage by lightning, disconnect the power 3 Do not operate the unit upside-down. It may overheat, possibly causing damage. 4 Never open the cabinet. If a foreign object drops into the set, contact your dealer. 10. When disconnecting the power cord from the household Do not use force on switches, knobs or cords. When moving the set, first turn the unit off. Then gently disconnect the power plug and the cords connecting to other equipment. Never pull the cord itself. 11. When moving the unit, be sure to first disconnect the 5 6 cord from the household AC outlet during an electrical storm. AC outlet, grasp the plug; do not pull the cord. power cord from the household AC outlet, and disconnect cords connected to other equipment. The apparatus is not disconnected from the AC power source as long as it is connected to the wall outlet, even if the apparatus itself is turned off. Do not attempt to clean the unit with chemical solvents; this might damage the finish. Use a clean, dry cloth. WARNING CAUTION Use of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures other than those specified herein may result in hazardous radiation exposure. To avoid electrical shock, do not open the unit. Refer servicing to qualified personnel only. DANGER Invisible laser radiation when open and interlock failed or defeated. Avoid direct exposure to beam. Laser Diode Properties • Material: GaAlAs • Wavelength: 780nm • Emission Duration: continuous • Laser Output: max. 44.6µW* * This output is the value measured at a distance of about 200mm from the objective lens surface on the Optical Pickup Block. As the laser beam used in this compact disc player is harmful to the eyes, do not attempt to disassemble the cabinet. Refer servicing to qualified personel only. DANGER: The use of optical instrument with this product will increase eye hazard. FCC INFORMATION (for US customers only) 1. IMPORTANT NOTICE : DO NOT MODIFY THIS UNIT! This product, when installed as indicated in the instructions contained in this manual, meets FCC requirements. Modifications not expressly approved by Yamaha may void your authority, granted by the FCC, to use the product. Compliance with FCC regulations does not guarantee that interference will not occur in all installations. If this product is found to be the source of interference, which can be determined by turning the unit "OFF" and "ON", please try to eliminate the problem by using one of the following measures: 2. IMPORTANT : When connecting this product to accessories and/or another product use only high quality shielded cables. Cable/s supplied with this product MUST be used. Follow all installation instructions. Failure to follow instructions could void your FCC authorization to use this product in the USA. Relocate either this product or the device that is being affected by the interference. 3. NOTE : This product has been tested and found to comply with the requirements listed in FCC Regulations, Part 15 for Class "B" digital devices. Compliance with these requirements provides a reasonable level of assurance that your use of this product in a residential environment will not result in harmful interference with other electronic devices. This equipment generates/uses radio frequencies and, if not installed and used according to the instructions found in the users manual, may cause interference harmful to the operation of other electronic devices. Utilize power outlets that are on different branch (circuit breaker or fuse) circuits or install AC line filter/s. In the case of radio or TV interference, relocate/reorient the antenna. If the antenna lead-in is 300 ohm ribbon lead, change the lead-in to coaxial type cable. If these corrective measures do not produce satisfactory results, please contact the local retailer authorized to distribute this type of product. If you can not locate the appropriate retailer, please contact Yamaha Electronics Corp., U.S.A. 6660 Orangethorpe Ave, Buena Park, CA 90620. The above statements apply ONLY to those products distributed by Yamaha Corporation of America or its subsidiaries. 3 CONNECTIONS • • • Before making any connections, switch OFF the power to the unit and the amplifier or other component. Connections should be made to the correct input terminals of the amplifier or other component. If the placement of this unit causes noise to other equipment, such as a tuner, separate them from each other. CDX-890 LINE OUT VARIABLE CDX-890 DIGITAL OUT FIXED OPTICAL COAXIAL To AC outlet ➌ ➋ Connection cord (not included) Optical fiber cable (not included) ➊ Connection cord (included) Amplifier OPTICAL CD COAXIAL DIGITAL IN CDX-590 LINE OUT CDX-590 DIGITAL OUT OPTICAL COAXIAL To AC outlet ➌ ➋ Optical fiber cable (not included) Connection cord (not included) ➊ Connection cord (included) Amplifier OPTICAL CD 4 COAXIAL DIGITAL IN English CDX-490 LINE OUT CDX-490 DIGITAL OUT OPTICAL To AC outlet ➋ Optical fiber cable (not included) ➊ Connection cord (included) Amplifier OPTICAL CD DIGITAL IN Choose one of the ways listed below to connect this unit to your amplifier. When the LINE OUT (analog) terminals of this unit are used ( ➊ ) • • • Be sure that the left ("L") and right ("R") LINE OUT terminals are connected to the corresponding (left and right) terminals of the amplifier or other component. Connect the "LINE OUT" terminals to the "CD" (or "AUX") terminals of the amplifier. If the amplifier does not have such terminals, use the "TAPE PB" terminals. For additional details concerning these connections, refer to the operation instructions for the amplifier being used. CDX-890 only Connect to either the VARIABLE terminals or the FIXED terminals. (As a general rule, connect to the FIXED terminals.) VARIABLE: The output level of these terminals can be adjusted by using the OUTPUT LEVEL button. FIXED: The output level of these terminals is not variable. When the DIGITAL OUT (OPTICAL) terminal of this unit is used ( ➋ ) • • • • • Before using this terminal, remove the terminal's cover by pulling it. Make the connection from this terminal to the optical input terminal of an amplifier by using a commercially available optical fiber cable. * Use an optical fiber cable that conforms to EIAJ standards. Other cables might not function correctly. Be sure to attach the terminal's cover when this terminal is not being used, in order to protect the terminal from dust. CDX-590 and CDX-490 only The level of signals output into an amplifier can be adjusted by using the OUTPUT LEVEL button. This terminal can also be connected to the optical input terminal of a digital audio tape deck (DAT) etc. to record CD onto tape directly. CDX-890 and CDX-590 only When the DIGITAL OUT (COAXIAL) terminal of this unit is used ( ➌ ) • • Make the connection from this terminal to the digital input terminal of an amplifier by using a connection cord. CDX-590 only The level of signals output into an amplifier can be adjusted by using the OUTPUT LEVEL button. 5 IDENTIFICATION OF COMPONENTS * ( ) indicates the page number on which the control part is best described. FRONT PANEL * The PLAY/PAUSE button on the main unit has both the functions of the PLAY button and the PAUSE button on the remote control transmitter. * The control functions on the main unit and on the remote control transmitter are virtually identical, with the exceptions below. CDX-890 POWER switch (p. 8) AUTO DISPLAY OFF indicator (p. 11) OUTPUT LEVEL control (p. 11) Disc tray (p. 8) POWER OPEN/CLOSE PROG TAPE PEAK SPACE INDEX 3 4 REPEAT RANDOM SKIP SEARCH AUTO DISPLAY OFF PHONES +10 1 PLAY/ PAUSE STOP 2 5 6 7 8 9 0 OUTPUT LEVEL TIME Display panel PHONES jack (p. 11) Remote control sensor (p. 20) CDX-590, CDX-490 * The SKIP/SEARCH button on the main unit has both the functions of the SKIP button and the SEARCH button on the remote control transmitter. POWER switch (p. 8) OUTPUT LEVEL control (p. 11) AUTO DISPLAY OFF indicator CDX-590 only (p. 11) Disc tray (p. 8) POWER OPEN/CLOSE AUTO DISPLAY OFF +10 SKIP/SEARCH PLAY/ PAUSE STOP OUTPUT LEVEL 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 0 DOWN PHONES UP Display panel PHONES jack (p. 11) Remote control sensor (p. 20) 6 English * ( ) indicates the page number on which the control part is best described. REMOTE CONTROL TRANSMITTER DIMMER button (p. 11) TAPE button (p. 15) TIME button (p. 10) SYNCHRO button (p. 19) OPEN/CLOSE button (p. 8) PEAK button (p. 18) SYNCHRO SPACE DIMMER TIME OPEN/ CLOSE TAPE CLEAR PROG PEAK SPACE button (p. 10) CLEAR button (p. 14) PROG button (p. 13) 1 2 3 4 5 6 +I0 7 8 9 0 REPEAT RANDOM INDEX INDEX button (p. 14) Numeric buttons (p. 9) REPEAT button (p. 12) RANDOM button (p. 12) SEARCH SEARCH button (p. 10) OUTPUT LEVEL button (p. 11) – OUTPUT LEVEL SKIP SKIP button (p. 9) STOP STOP button (p. 9) + PAUSE PLAY PLAY button (p. 8) PAUSE button (p. 9) 7 This manual describes how to operate this unit by using the remote control transmitter. To operate this unit on the front panel, use the corresponding buttons on the front panel. BASIC OPERATION SYNCHRO SPACE POWER 1 DIMMER TIME TAPE CLEAR PEAK PROG 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 0 REPEAT RANDOM AUTO DISPLAY OFF 2, 3 OPEN/ CLOSE INDEX +I0 SEARCH – OUTPUT LEVEL STOP 1 Turn the power on. + SKIP PAUSE 4 PLAY 3 Close the disc tray. POWER OPEN/ CLOSE 2 Load a disc. Label side upward 4 OPEN/ CLOSE PLAY Play will begin from the first track of the disc. Disc tray Display information at disc play ➀ Notes ➁ ➂ • After closing the disc tray by pressing the OPEN/CLOSE button, the display shows the total number of tracks and the total recorded time of the disc for a few seconds. SINGLE TOTAL 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 ➃ ➀ ➁ ➂ ➃ Shows the track number selected or being played. Shows the time displays. (Refer to "Selecting time displays" on page 10.) CDX-590 and CDX-490 only Shows the level of signals output into an amplifier or the headphone level adjusted by using the OUTPUT LEVEL button. Displays the numbers that correspond to the numbers of tracks (as high as number 20) on the disc. After each track is played, its corresponding number disappears so the number of remaining tracks (and their numbers) can be seen at a glance. To turn off the power Press the POWER switch again. 8 • Additionally, you can close the disc tray by pressing the PLAY (PLAY/PAUSE) button, a numeric button or the RANDOM button, or by pressing the front edge of the disc tray gently. If the tray is closed in these ways, play will begin automatically, however, the display will not show the total number of tracks and the total recorded time of the disc. To stop play completely English To stop play temporarily STOP PAUSE To resume play, press the PAUSE button again (or press the PLAY button). * The PLAY/PAUSE button on the front panel can also be used to stop play temporarily or to resume play. To play a desired track on the disc DIRECT PLAY SKIP PLAY Select a desired track using the numeric button. To play from the beginning of the track following the one now playing SKIP 5 To play from the beginning of the track now playing SKIP The selected track number is displayed 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Example: To select track 25 Press ➀ twice, then immediately press ➁ once. +I0 ➀ To play from the beginning of the track before the one now playing 5 SKIP ➁ (twice) • * If a track number higher than the highest track number on the disc is selected, the last track on the disc will be played. • • Caution When the disc tray is open, do not touch the inside gear wheel. If you touch the gear wheel, your finger may be caught in the closing tray and injured. These operations can also be performed when the unit is in the pause or stop mode. CDX-890 only If the button is pressed and held, the track number is continuously changed to higher numbers (or lower numbers). CDX-590 and CDX-490 only When using the SKIP button on the remote control transmitter: If the button is pressed and held, the track number is continuously changed to higher numbers (or lower numbers). When using the SKIP/SEARCH button on the front panel: Be careful not to press and hold the button, otherwise the selected track is played forward (or backward) rapidly. Gear wheel 9 To advance or reverse play rapidly (MANUAL SEARCH) • To advance rapidly SEARCH (Press and hold.) • • To reverse rapidly SEARCH The sound can be heard (although slightly garbled) during manual search in either direction. This is convenient for locating a precise position within a track, or for reviewing the contents quickly. Manual search can also be performed while disc play is paused, though no sound will be heard. CDX-590 and CDX-490 only When using the SKIP/SEARCH button on the front panel: Be careful not to release the button just after it is pressed, otherwise the play is skipped to the beginning of the next track or returned to the beginning of the current track. (Press and hold.) Automatic spacing If you record a disc onto tape with an insufficient time space between tracks, the tape deck will not be able to perform blank search operations on the tape correctly. Such a search mistake of the deck can be prevented by pressing the autoSPACE button to insert spaces of about 4 seconds between the tracks before recording. Note When the automatic spacing function is in effect, the display of the total time and of the total remaining time will include each of the 4 second non-recorded intervals placed between tracks. To cancel the automatic spacing function SPACE SPACE "SPACE" goes off from the display. SPACE Selecting time displays You can select any of the four time displays by pressing the TIME display mode-select button. ➀ ➃ Elapsed time of the track now playing Total remaining time on the disc TOTAL REMAIN 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 TIME TIME ➁ ➂ Remaining time of the track now playing Total disc play time TOTAL REMAIN 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 Note The remaining time ➁ will not be displayed if the track number is 25 or higher. 10 English Changing brightness of the display CDX-890, CDX-590 You can change the brightness of the display (or turn off the illumination) by pressing the DIMMER button. During play During stopped or paused Normal illumination Normal illumination DIMMER Dim Dim Dim (The AUTO DISPLAY OFF indicator lights up. In this state, if a disc is played, the display illumination will be turned off.) "OFF" * While the display illumination is off, the AUTO DISPLAY OFF indicator on the front panel is illuminated. AUTO DISPLAY OFF Normal illumination CDX-490 If desired, you can change brightness of the display in three degrees by pressing the DIMMER button. DIMMER Slightly dim Dim When you listen with headphones PHONES Connect the headphones to the PHONES jack and adjust the volume by using the OUTPUT LEVEL button. At that time, note that this adjustment will also vary the signal level output to the amplifier. – OUTPUT LEVEL + CDX-890 only * If the FIXED (LINE OUT) terminals on the rear of this unit are connected to the amplifier etc., the use of the OUTPUT LEVEL button will not vary the signal level output to the amplifier. Open/close the control door CDX-890 only When it is not necessary to operate controls inside the control door, close the door. To open the door To close the door 11 RANDOM-SEQUENCE PLAY You can have the unit play the tracks on a disc in a random sequence selected by the unit's microcomputer. Notes • This feature will not function during programming, or during programmed play. To perform random-sequence play • RANDOM If the SKIP button is pressed during random-sequence play, the next randomly programmed track will be played. If the SKIP button is pressed, play will return to the beginning of the track now being played. • • To cancel random-sequence play This indication appears while the unit is mixing up tracks. Total remaining time on the disc will not be displayed during random-sequence play. STOP RANDOM or REPEAT PLAY You can play any desired track or the entire disc repeatedly by pressing the REPEAT button. The repeat play mode will change whenever you press the REPEAT button. (OFF) REPEAT SINGLE REPEAT FULL REPEAT 12 SINGLE REPEAT A single track is repeatedly played. * This is also available in the programmed-play mode and the random-sequence play mode. (If the repeat play mode is switched off, the programmedplay mode or the random-sequence play mode will be resumed. FULL REPEAT All tracks (the entire disc) are played repeatedly. * In the programmed-play mode, all programmed tracks are repeatedly played. * In the random-sequence play mode, all randomly sequenced tracks are repeatedly played in the same order. English PROGRAM PLAY You can enjoy listening to your favorite tracks in any desired order by programming tracks. As many as 25 tracks can be programmed in sequence. SYNCHRO SPACE 3 DIMMER PEAK OPEN/ CLOSE TIME TAPE CLEAR 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 PROG INDEX 2 +I0 9 0 REPEAT RANDOM SEARCH – STOP 1 1 OUTPUT LEVEL + PAUSE SKIP PLAY 4 3 Program a desired track by pressing the corresponding numeric button. Stop the unit. STOP 6 * Repeat this operation to program more tracks. You can select the same track again. 2 PROG 4 PROGRAM PLAY TOTAL Flashes. Display information during programming PROGRAM TOTAL ➀ ➁ ➂ PROGRAM TOTAL 1 2 3 4 5 6 ➃ ➀ ➁ ➂ ➃ Notes • In step 2, if "P-01" does not appear in the display, press the TIME display mode-select button. • If, during programming, the TIME display mode-select button is pressed, the program number display can be changed to display the total time of the programmed tracks. To return to the previous display, press the TIME display mode-select button once again. and ) button can be used during • The SKIP ( playing, but only within the range of the programmed tracks. and ) button can be used during • The SEARCH ( playing to search all tracks, including unprogrammed tracks. • The PAUSE mode can also be programmed (one time only), if so desired, by pressing the TAPE button instead of a numeric button. (In this case, " B" is illuminated on the display.) • If, for a compact disc with 25 tracks or more, track number 25 or higher is programmed, the total time will disappear from the display. Shows the program number for the track to be programmed next. Shows the selected track number. Shows the total time of the tracks currently programmed. Shows only the numbers of programmed tracks. * If the total time becomes 100 minutes or more, the highest position of a figure will not be displayed. 13 To stop program play To check program data Press the STOP button. The first programmed track number will be displayed. To resume play, press the PLAY button. Play will begin from the beginning of the program. 1. 2. 3. If during program play, press the STOP button. Press the PROG button. Each time the SKIP button is pressed, the track numbers and sequential order of the programmed tracks can be checked one after another. The display of the track number can be returned (sequentially in reverse order) by pressing the SKIP button. To cancel a program sequence There are several methods, as described below. • Press the STOP button or the CLEAR button while the unit is stopped. • Open the disc tray. • Switch off the power. To correct program data 1. Follow the procedure described in "To check program data". Display the track number to be corrected by pressing the SKIP button. Press a numeric button to select a track to replace the one displayed. The previously programmed track will be cleared from the memory and the new one will be programmed. After the correction has been completed, once again press the PROG button or the PLAY button. 2. 3. 4. INDEX SEARCH If the disc includes index numbers, play can be started from any desired index number. SYNCHRO SPACE 1, 3 DIMMER PEAK OPEN/ CLOSE TIME TAPE CLEAR PROG 1 2 3 4 5 6 +I0 7 8 9 0 INDEX REPEAT 2 RANDOM SEARCH – OUTPUT LEVEL STOP 2 INDEX INDEX 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 14 SKIP PLAY Press the INDEX button. 5 6 PAUSE To cancel the index search function 1 Select a track which has index numbers. 3 Select the desired index number. + Notes • Not all discs have index numbers. The index system is a method for sub-dividing tracks into smaller divisions (such as, for example, the movements within classical symphonies) for easier location of those parts. The liner notes with the disc usually tell if such index numbers are included. • If an index number is selected that is higher than any index number on that disc, play will start from the last index number point on the disc. • For some discs, play may begin slightly prior to the actual designated index point. • If the disc has no encoded index points, play will begin from the start of the selected track. • The index number can be designated only while the INDEX number display is illuminated. This convenient feature can be used to program tracks on a disc for recording to tape. By only memorizing the tape's total possible recording time, the unit will automatically program tracks or help you to program tracks so they will fit onto the tape with the least amount of unrecorded space remaining at each end of the tape. 3 n Automatic tape-programming SYNCHRO The unit will automatically program tracks on a disc with the original order of tracks unchanged. 2 SPACE DIMMER PEAK OPEN/ CLOSE TIME TAPE CLEAR PROG 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 0 REPEAT RANDOM 5 INDEX +I0 4 7 6, 7 SEARCH – OUTPUT LEVEL 1 1 English TRACK PROGRAMMING FOR RECORDING TO TAPE STOP + PAUSE SKIP PLAY 5 Press the REPEAT button. Stop the unit. STOP REPEAT The unit automatically programs tracks for side A and side B separately considering the tape's total time. * The peak level searching function of this unit is useful for adjusting recording level on the tape deck. (Refer to page 18.) 6 Begin recording on the tape deck and press the PLAY button on this unit at the same time. 2 Ifspace desired, you can automatically insert additional time between tracks. (Refer to page 10.) 7 The unit will pause at the end of side A of the tape. Turn the tape over to side B. Resume recording and, at SPACE the same time, press the PLAY or PAUSE button on this unit. SPACE Notes • All tracks may not be programmed if the tape's length is not enough. To program all tracks, use a longer tape. • In step 5, you can check the program data for side A and side B. 3 Enter the tape's total possible recording time. TAPE ➀ ➁ PROGRAM A You can select any of four tape lengths by pressing the TAPE button. TAPE (off) 4 Otherwise, you can also enter the tape's total possible recording time manually. Example: For a C-64 tape (32 minutes on each side) ➂ ➀ ➁ ➂ ➃ • 4 6 + TOTAL 1 2 3 4 5 ➃ Shows the number of programmed tracks for each side in turn just after the automatic programming is finished, and then it is replaced by the number of the first programmed track for side A. Shows the total time of programmed tracks for each side. Shows the side of the tape. Shows the programmed track numbers for each side. CD synchronized recording function can be used if your tape deck is compatible with it. If so, in step 6 and 7, press the SYNCHRO button and then press the PLAY button on this unit's remote control transmitter. Recording automatically begins. (For details, refer to page 19.) 15 n Manual tape-programming 4 This is for recording desired tracks in any desired order onto a tape. SYNCHRO SPACE DIMMER TIME TAPE CLEAR PEAK 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 OPEN/ CLOSE 2 3, 5 PROG INDEX +I0 9 0 REPEAT RANDOM SEARCH 7 1 – OUTPUT LEVEL STOP + PAUSE SKIP 6, 7 PLAY 5 Select the track numbers (to be recorded on side B) in any desired order. Follow steps 1 – 4 on page 15. 2 1 2 3 4 5 6 +I0 7 8 9 0 PROG PROGRAM TOTAL REMAIN A 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 6 Begin recording on the tape deck and press the PLAY button on this unit at the same time. desired tracks (to be recorded on side A) in 3 Program any desired order. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 7 The unit will pause at the end of side A of the tape. Turn the tape over to side B. Resume recording and, +I0 at the same time, press the PLAY or PAUSE button on this unit. 0 * Programmed track numbers light up on the display. You can select a track which can be programmed for the remaining time of (the side of) the tape from track numbers flashing on the display, but you cannot select a track number extinguished from the display. 4 When track selection for side A is finished, press the TAPE button. TAPE Notes • If, in step 3 or 5, "E rr" appears on the display, the track number just selected cannot be programmed because there is not enough time remaining on the tape. However, at this time, if any other track number is flashing continuously on the display, you can program it instead of the unprogrammable one. • In step 3 or 5, each time a selection is made, the track number and the tape's remaining time will be displayed, and then the display will change to indicate the next program number. • CD synchronized recording function can be used if your tape deck is compatible with it. If so, in step 6 and 7, press the SYNCHRO button and then press the PLAY button on this unit's remote control transmitter. Recording automatically begins. (For details, refer to page 19.) A pause mode is programmed. Notes on tape programming • To check, cancel or correct program data, refer to page 14. * In checking the program data, note that "Pu" appears between track numbers for side A and side B. • Up to a maximum of 25 tracks can be programmed. If, however, the PAUSE mode is inserted, it is counted as one track. 16 • This function can be used to program up to track number 24. If the disc has more than 24 tracks, track number 25 and thereafter will not be programmed. English n Random sequential tape-programming The unit will automatically program tracks in random sequential order for recording to tape. SYNCHRO SPACE DIMMER TIME TAPE CLEAR PEAK OPEN/ CLOSE PROG 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 0 REPEAT RANDOM INDEX +I0 2 SEARCH 4 1 – Follow steps 1 – 4 on page 15. 2 RANDOM OUTPUT LEVEL STOP + PAUSE SKIP 3, 4 PLAY Notes • Because the programmed data changes every time the RANDOM button is pressed, the amount of time remaining at the end of the tape also changes accordingly. • If the tape's length is not enough, all tracks cannot be programmed. In this case, exchange the tape for a longer one. • In step 2, you can check the program data for side A and side B. ➀ * The unit will automatically program tracks for side A and side B separately considering the tape's total time. PROGRAM A the same time, press the PLAY or PAUSE button on this unit. TOTAL 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 3 Begin recording on the tape deck and press the PLAY button on this unit at the same time. 4 The unit will pause at the end of side A of the tape. Turn the tape over to side B. Resume recording and, at ➁ ➀ ➁ ➂ ➃ • ➂ ➃ Shows the number of programmed tracks for each side in turn just after the automatic programming is finished, and then it is replaced by the number of the first programmed track for side A. Shows the total time of programmed tracks for each side. Shows the side of the tape. Shows the programmed track numbers for each side. CD synchronized recording function can be used if your tape deck is compatible with it. If so, in step 3 and 4, press the SYNCHRO button and then press the PLAY button on this unit's remote control transmitter. Recording automatically begins. (For details, refer to page 19.) 17 Automatic searching for the peak level on a disc This convenient feature automatically searches a disc for a part where the source level peaks, and next plays the part repeatedly. For recording to tape, this feature is very helpful to adjust the recording level on the tape deck. 2 SYNCHRO SPACE DIMMER TIME TAPE CLEAR PEAK OPEN/ CLOSE PROG 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 0 REPEAT RANDOM INDEX +I0 SEARCH – 1 1 OUTPUT LEVEL STOP + PAUSE SKIP PLAY To cancel this function Press the STOP button. (Some other buttons can also be used to cancel this function.) Stop the unit. STOP Notes • Even if the peak level search is performed twice or more on the same disc, the same part will not be always selected, because this unit will search for the peak level among parts on the disc that are randomly selected by the internal microcomputer. • In the program play mode, this feature will function among the programmed tracks only. If program play is being performed, first press the STOP button, and then press the PEAK button. If program play is not being performed, only press the PEAK button. 2 PEAK PEAK The peak level search is performed on the disc. PEAK REPEAT 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 PEAK REPEAT 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 Next, the part where the source level peaks is repeatedly played. Adjust the recording level on the tape deck listening to this sound. 18 This unit can make a tape deck's recording synchronized with CD play automatically. With this function, you can record a CD on tape very easily and more precisely. This recording method needs a YAMAHA tape deck compatible with this function. (Refer to the tape deck's operation manual to know whether it is compatible or not.) * This unit and the tape deck must be placed close to each other so that both of them can receive the signals from this unit's remote control transmitter at the same time. 3 SYNCHRO SPACE 4 DIMMER PEAK OPEN/ CLOSE TIME TAPE CLEAR PROG 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 0 REPEAT RANDOM OUTPUT LEVEL STOP 1 + PAUSE +I0 4 SKIP PLAY 4 Load the disc. 1 INDEX SEARCH – English CD SYNCHRONIZED RECORDING OPEN/ CLOSE 5 If necessary, select a desired track. 5 SKIP or 2 Load a tape on the tape deck. * The peak level search function of this unit is useful for adjusting recording level on the tape deck. (Refer to page 18.) 3 5 PLAY Both CD play and tape deck recording begin. * CD play begins a little later than recording. SYNCHRO 6 If you want to stop recording temporarily and restart recording from a desired track, follow steps 3–5 again. To cancel this function This unit enters into the pause mode, and the tape deck enters into the REC/PAUSE mode. * In this mode, the time display on this unit flashes on and off. Press the STOP button. Notes • To finish or stop the recording, make proper operations on the tape deck. • Programmed sequence of tracks can also be recorded with this function, instead of recording an entire disc. (Refer to page 13–14 for the programming procedure.) • This function can also be used together with the automatic tape-programming function. (Refer to page 15–17.) 19 NOTES ABOUT THE REMOTE CONTROL TRANSMITTER Remote control transmitter operation range Battery installation 2 Remote control sensor 1 3 Within approximately 6m (19.7 feet) 30° Battery replacement If you find that the remote control transmitter must be used closer to the main unit, the batteries are weak. Replace both batteries with new ones. Notes • Use only AA, R6, UM-3 batteries for replacement. • Be sure the polarities are correct. (See the illustration inside the battery compartment.) • Remove the batteries if the remote control transmitter will not be used for an extended period of time. • If batteries leak, dispose of them immediately. Avoid touching the leaked material or letting it come in contact with clothing, etc. Clean the battery compartment thoroughly before installing new batteries. 30° Notes • There should be no large obstacles between the remote control transmitter and the main unit. • If the remote control sensor is directly illuminated by strong lighting (especially an inverter type of fluorescent lamp etc.), it might cause the remote control transmitter not to work correctly. In this case, reposition the main unit to avoid direct lighting. NOTES ABOUT HANDLING COMPACT DISCS • This compact disc player is designed only for playing compact discs bearing the mark. Never attempt to load any other type of disc into the unit. The unit will also play 8-cm (3-inch) compact discs. • To remove a disc from its storage case, open the case and then press down at the center; with a finger through the center hole and the outer edges held as shown in the illustration, lift the disc out carefully. • Always handle the disc with care so that its surface is not scratched. • Compact discs are not affected by small particles of dust or fingerprints on their playing surface, but even so they should be kept clean. Wipe by using a clean, dry cloth. Do not wipe with a circular motion; wipe straight outward from the center. ,,, , , • Do not try to clean the disc's surface by using any type of disc cleaner, record spray, anti-static spray or liquid, or any other chemical-based liquid, because such substances might irreparably damage the disc's surface. • Do not expose discs to direct sunlight, high temperature or high humidity for a long period of time, because these might warp or otherwise damage the disc. No! • Compact discs are not subjected to wear during play, but damage to the disc surface when the disc is being handled can adversely affect the disc's play. To play a 8-cm (3-inch) CD Place it in the inner recessed area of the disc tray. Do not put a normal (12-cm/5-inch) CD on top of a 8-cm CD. 20 If the unit fails to operate normally, check the following points to determine whether the fault can be corrected by the simple measures suggested. If it cannot be corrected, or if the fault is not listed in the SYMPTOM column, disconnect the power cord and contact your authorized YAMAHA dealer or service center for help. SYMPTOM REMEDY PROBABLE CAUSE The player does not switch ON when the POWER switch is pressed. The power cord is not connected or not completely connected. Securely connect the power cord. The disc tray does not close completely. A foreign object is obstructing the tray. Carefully check the disc tray and remove the foreign object. Play does not begin. The disc is damaged. Check the disc carefully; replace it if necessary. There is moisture on the laser pickup. Wait 20 to 30 minutes after switching the unit ON before trying to play a disc. The disc has been loaded upside down. Reload the disc with the label side up. The disc is dirty. Clean the disc. Play is delayed, or begins at the wrong place. The disc may be scratched or damaged. Check the disc carefully; replace it if necessary. No sound. Improper output cable connections. Connect the cables properly. If the problem persists, the cables may be defective. Improper amplifier operation. Set the amplifier controls to the correct input selection. The player is being subjected to vibrations or impacts. Relocate the player. The disc is dirty. Clean the disc. Sound "hums". Improper cable connections. Securely connect the audio cables. If the problem persists, the cables may be defective. Noise from a nearby tuner. The tuner is too close to the player. Move the tuner and player farther apart. Noise from inside of the disc tray. The disc may be warped. Replace the disc. The remote control transmitter does not work. The batteries of this remote control transmitter are too weak. Replace the batteries with new ones. Direct sunlight or lighting (of an inverter type of flourescent lamp etc.) is striking the remote control sensor of the main unit. Change position of the main unit. Sound "skips". English TROUBLESHOOTING 21 SPECIFICATIONS AUDIO SECTION GENERAL Frequency response <CDX-890> .................................. 2 Hz 1 20 kHz, 50.3 dB <CDX-590, CDX-490> .................. 2 Hz 1 20 kHz, 50.5 dB Power requirements U.S.A. and Canada models ........................... 120V, 60 Hz Australia model ............................................. 240V, 50 Hz Europe and U.K. models ................................230V, 50 Hz General model ..................... 110/120/220/240V, 50/60 Hz Harmonic distortion + noise (1 kHz) <CDX-890> ................................................... 0.002% or less <CDX-590> ................................................. 0.0025% or less <CDX-490> ................................................... 0.003% or less S/N ratio <CDX-890> .................................................. 118 dB or more <CDX-590> .................................................. 115 dB or more <CDX-490> .................................................. 105 dB or more Dynamic range <CDX-890, CDX-590> ................................... 98 dB or more <CDX-490> .................................................... 95 dB or more Wow & flutter ................................................... Unmeasurable Output voltage (1 kHz, 0 dB) <CDX-890> VARIABLE ................................................ 2.050.5V max. FIXED ................................................................. 2.050.5V <CDX-590, CDX-490> VARIABLE ................................................ 2.050.5V max. Headphones output (120 dB) <CDX-890> ...................................... 300560 mV/150 ohms <CDX-590, CDX-490> ..................... 200540 mV/150 ohms 22 Power consumption ........................................................ 20W Dimensions (W x H x D) <CDX-890> ............................................ 435 x 98 x 281 mm (17-1/8" x 3-7/8" x 11-1/16") <CDX-590, CDX-490> ........................... 435 x 96 x 272 mm (17-1/8" x 3-3/4" x 10-11/16") Weight <CDX-890> ........................................ 5.9 kg (12 lbs. 16 oz.) <CDX-590, CDX-490> ........................... 3.8 kg (8 lbs. 6 oz.) Accessories ................................................... Connection cord Remote control transmitter Batteries (size AA, R6, UM-3) Please note that all specifications are subject to change without notice. YAMAHA YAMAHA YAMAHA YAMAHA YAMAHA YAMAHA YAMAHA ELECTRONICS CORPORATION, USA 6660 ORANGETHORPE AVE., BUENA PARK, CALIF. 90620, U.S.A. CANADA MUSIC LTD. 135 MILNER AVE., SCARBOROUGH, ONTARIO M1S 3R1, CANADA ELECTRONIK EUROPA G.m.b.H. SIEMENSSTR. 22-34, 25462 RELLINGEN BEI HAMBURG, F.R. OF GERMANY ELECTRONIQUE FRANCE S.A. RUE AMBROISE CROIZAT BP70 CROISSY-BEAUBOURG 77312 MARNE-LA-VALLEE CEDEX02, FRANCE ELECTRONICS (UK) LTD. YAMAHA HOUSE, 200 RICKMANSWORTH ROAD WATFORD, HERTS WD1 7JS, ENGLAND SCANDINAVIA A.B. J A WETTERGRENS GATA 1, BOX 30053, 400 43 VÄSTRA FRÖLUNDA, SWEDEN MUSIC AUSTRALIA PTY, LTD. 17-33 MARKET ST., SOUTH MELBOURNE, 3205 VIC., AUSTRALIA VT98480 Printed in Malaysia
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My Love Story
In 2008 I decided to leave the corporate sphere and dedicate myself to what, at that moment, was in my mind as "education". My first job in this field was to teach Marketing and Behavior of the Latin American Consumer to a group of 19 Finns. These weirdos came to Buenos Aires for four months to learn how to do business in Latam (crazy!). I swear I could not distinguish Sweden from Finland on a map. But I knew they were going to be special. The program was a success, we were all happy, I reaped the first anecdotes of cultural shock, and I ended up amazed with the Finns and with an invitation to visit Suomi the following year.
Convinced that it was a "once in a lifetime" trip, 27 hours and 3 planes later I arrived in the country of 1,000 lakes (actually it has more than 187,000, but the Finns are very humble!). For almost a month I was an exotic rockstar talking about irrational consumers to whoever would listen to me. I visited universities in Helsinki, Jyväskylä, Lahti and Turku. The love Finns have for learning blew my mind. The 19 students (looooovely ones!) who had been in Buenos Aires the year before traveled from all over the country to give me a surprise party. It was in a sauna, obviously. There was plenty of beer, sausages, and a dip in the frozen lake. That trip, in April 2009, was my spiritual journey. I connected with a simple, and at the same time sophisticated way of life. I fell in love with the possibility of living in a culture based on respect and trust. That trip changed my life and gave me a purpose: to generate the conditions for us to connect with our love for learning.
So that the shock of return was very hard, I returned just to not miss the events of the famous "125 Law". LOL! What madness of differences between what I had lived near the North Pole and what happened in Argentina. Far from discouraging me, that raised more energy in me to find a way to bring to these Argentine lands some culture of respect and trust. I founded High Impact Learning with the idea of making, together with different Latam partners, the implementation of these ways of working, learning and linking in a respectful and friendly way.
That was not, as I thought, my "once in a lifetime" trip. Quite the opposite. Thanks to the fact that the University of Applied Sciences of Jyväskylä (JAMK) continued inviting me, I started a long distance romance that is getting stronger every day. I travel 1, 2, 3 (I got to travel 4!) times per year to my second home. I have my space in the city, a bank account and, without hesitation, more friends there than in Argentina. Luckily everyone speaks English, because my progress with Finnish is still slow ;)
In these 10 years I learned a lot from the Finns and also, from a distance, from the Argentines. I met incredible people. I learned about the educational system, the work culture, the love for nature and the sophisticated simple life. Everything I undertake is embedded with the Finnish DNA. The children of this relationship are the agreements and common projects we have with Lumo, JAMK, EduFinn, and many others. As good parents, we are working together so that our children grow, develop and learn to be the best version of themselves =)
My vision on Finnish Culture
Spoiler alert! Less complications, more humanity.
I have shared my life between Finland and Latin America for more than 10 years. I am in love with the lifestyle of the Nordics.
And I also value the adaptability and innovation that we have in Latam.
I am convinced that there is an essence that we can learn and use very well =)
When in doubt, trust
How do you generate a bond of trust? Trusting.
It is the north of the Finns: first of all, trust. And what is generated is very powerful. So powerful that everyone tries to keep it like that. They know the value of being reliable and take care of it. There are disappointments, obviously, but they are much less than what we can imagine from this side of the Atlantic.
Less competition
Learning to collaborate is much more difficult than learning to compete.
Both things are naturally human, but collaboration requires more effort.
The competition always works as a motivator.
But what kind of society does it generate?
In Finland, the focus is on learning collaboration and taking care of everything.
Diversity of results
How do we celebrate diversity? In Finland, each person has their own objectives.
Those are necessary to develop your own very best version of yourself.
There is a common learning plan but that is just the starting point. Never the arrival point. It is a tool, not an objective of achievement. The objectives are much more ambitious;)
Permanent Challenge
Are we doing the best we can do?
What else can we try?
Without effort, there is no learning.
In Finland, there is a sublime combination of the tension between inhabiting a safe area to learn and passing, by own decision, to the discomfort zone generated by new challenges. It´s always about pushing the limits.
Yes, love
Finns have no shame in
linking love with learning and work.
They are clear that the mind, without heart and soul, does not get anywhere.
Loving is an integral part of society.
Love (reflected in care) with oneself, with others, with nature, with things.
For the whole. In every detail. Everywhere and every time.
My love, like all love, is very subjective
If you are one of those people who prefer the facts, click below and go around the page that summarizes how Finland breaks it in almost every international ranking ;)
Is it possible to do this in our culture?
Of course! I have more than 8 years of experience in implementation with Latin American humans =)

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More About Domino's on Granite St
Order Pizza at 93 Granite St: Tasty & Fresh From the Oven!
When you've got a hankering for a cheese-loaded slice of mouthwatering pizza, we know you're craving the best pizza in Westerly. You want a scrumptious pizza prepared with a flavorful tomato sauce, expertly sliced pepperoni, heaping piles of melted mozzarella and a golden crust that's simultaneously chewy and crispy. You want only the best pizza. You want Domino's.
At Domino's on Granite St, it's never been easier to get the fast and fresh pizza your tastebuds are begging you for! Walk in to place a takeout order, order your pizza online, or give us a call at (401) 596-8850!
Start off by picking from our menu of crusts. Choose a fluffy, hand-tossed crust that's dusted with garlic seasonings and buttery flavor, a gluten-free crust, a pan crust featuring two monstrous layers of cheese, or even a crispy thin pizza crust! Then, choose a sauce and pile on as many or as few toppings as you want. Whether you can't get enough grilled chicken and roasted veggies or you adore a savory variety of banana peppers, mushrooms, and pepperoni, your pizza dreams can come true at your local Domino's.
With over 34 million different ways to make a single Domino's pizza, you can be sure we've got a slice for any taste. Customize your pizza from bottom to top or choose from one of our chef-inspired specialty pizzas, like the popular Wisconsin 6 Cheese, Pacific Veggie, or ExtravaganZZa™, and have it delivered to your doorstep, super fast!
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When it comes to pizza delivery, we take things pretty seriously at your local Domino's on Granite St. In fact, we're so serious about it that we'll make you a promise. We guarantee that your pizza will arrive toasty hot and fresh at your doorstep, straight from our oven! Want to stay up to date on your order? Our delivery experts specifically engineered the Domino's TrackerⓇ to do just that. Enter in your phone number online and track the status of your order from the moment it's placed to the second it leaves our store for delivery... and try not to drool on your phone or computer in the meantime.
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It's Time to Change: Economy
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It's Time to Change: Economy Zeitgeist And We Have a Plan Translated By Brian Kim GEORGE CARLIN - NOVEMBER 2005 - Because the owners of this country don't want that. I'm talking about the real owners, now. Big wealthy business interest that control all things and make all the important decisions. Forget the politicians. Politicians are put there to give you the illusion of choice. You don't! You have no choice, you have owners, they own you. They own everything. They own all the important land. They wanna control the corporations, they've long since bought and paid for the Senate, the Congress, the State Houses, the City Halls, they've got the judges in their back pockets and they own all the big media companies so they control just about all of the news and information you got to hear. They got you by the balls. They spend billions of dollars every year lobbying to get what they want. They'll get it all from you sooner or latter, 'cause they own this fucking place. It's a big club... and you ain't in it! You and I are not in the big club. And nobody seems to notice, nobody seems to care. Good honest hard working people, white collar, blue collar... doesn't matter what color shirt you have on, continue to elect this rich cook-suckers who don't give a fuck about them, they don't give a fuck about you, they don't give a fuck about you, they don't care, at all, at all, at all... PETER JOSEPH - NOVEMBER 2009 - If oil companies know, that they can make more money by having their items scarce, the propensity to deliberately limit production and disregard social concern or simply be dishonest out right about available resources is very high. The same goes, unfortunately, for every other socially dire problem, such as environment pollution. The more polluted our water tables and tabs become, the more industry can compensate by offering profitable solutions. This creates a perverse reinforcement of indifference to environmental concern by industry, for the more damage there is, the more money that can be made. It is simply how the game is set up, and the psychological ramifications are sick and profound ROXANNE MEADOWS - JULY 2010 - Money doesn't have any value at all. There's no gold or anything to back it up. It's just a picture on a cheap piece of paper, with an agreement amongst people as to what it can buy. And I would say a forged agreement, 'cause we really don't regulate the prices of things. People think in terms of wanting a job, to get the money, to buy the things that they need. But if they really thought about it, it's not the job, or the money that people need, but access to the necessities of life. Many cultures tell their people that they are free, but really you're only as free as your're purchasing power. If this is still confusing to you, consider this. If a group of people were stranded on an island and they had gold, diamonds, money, but the island had no arable land, no clean water and no fish, their wealth would be irrelevant to their survival. Money is not what people need, but rather its the necessities of life. - Consume, consume, consume until we have no planet left to consume. What you need to do is buy things that you don't need. That's the best way to support the economy.
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Croatia becomes the 1st country in the region and 20th in the world to introduce Google Pay services. In the first phase, the service is only available to the clients of Privredna Banka Zagreb and Visa Inspire cardholders whereas Mercury Processing Services International becomes the 1st VTS Processor Aggregator to go commercially live in Europe.
Mercury Processing Services International functioned as a service facilitator for Privredna Banka Zagreb. In order to make the service available, we worked with Privredna Banka Zagreb, Visa, Google, and Intesa Sanpaolo.
Mercury Processing Services International becomes the first VTS Processor Aggregator to go commercially live in Europe.
Service is supported on all Android-based handsets running OS 5.0 or higher and is free of charge for all customers. It can be used either via the new PBZ Mobile Banking App (Digical) or via Google Pay app itself.
Payments will be available on all Google platforms and stores that support Visa contactless payment. For transaction under 100 HRK, you won't even need to unlock your phone, while bigger transactions will require unlocking the phone and turning on one of the apps.


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The Fulton County Department of Behavioral Health & Developmental Disabilities provides comprehensive services for adult residents with developmental disabilities. As part of our commitment to serving the public, we have listed additional resources for children and adults with developmental disabilities:
1.) Annandale Village -3500 Annandale Lane, Suwanee, Georgia 30024. (770) 945-8381. Website: www.annandale.org. Annandale Village provides services for adults with developmental disabilities or traumatic brain injury. There are many classifications of developmental disabilities including those resulting from trauma or genetic disorders.
2.) All About Developmental Disabilities - 1440 Dutch Valley Place, Suite 200, Atlanta, Georgia 30324. (404) 881-9777. Website: www.aadd.org. All About Developmental Disabilities (formerly the Atlanta Alliance on Developmental Disabilities) was founded in 1956 and has grown from a local grassroots organization created by a group of concerned parents, to become the state of Georgia's premiere provider of needed services, broad-based education, and effective advocacy for children, adults, and families living with developmental disabilities. The organization believes that people with developmental disabilities, and their families, are among the most challenged and excluded people in society.
3.) Marcus Autism Center - 1920 Briarcliff Road, Atlanta, Georgia 30329. (404) 785-9400. Website: www.marcus.org. The Marcus Autism Center is a not-for-profit organization with a mission to provide information, services and programs to children with autism and related disorders, their families and those who live and work with them. We offer integrated advanced clinical, behavioral, educational and family support services through a single organization to reduce the stress for families that use our services.
4.) The ARC of Georgia - 100 Edgewood Avenue, NE, Suite 1675, Atlanta, Georgia 30303. (678) 733-8969. Website: www.thearcofgeorgia.org. The Arc of Georgia is a non-profit membership organization committed to all people with developmental disabilities, and will work to develop programs, funding and public policy that will assist them in realizing their goals of learning, living, working, worshiping and playing in the community. Affiliated with the Arc of the United States, The Arc of Georgia is also committed to self-advocates and families with people who have a developmental disability and will work to ensure they receive the respect to which all people are entitled.
5.) Tools for Life - 1700 Century Circle, Suite 300, Atlanta, Georgia 30345. (404) 638-0390. Website: www.gatfl.org. The mission is to increase access to assistive technology devices and assistive technology services for Georgians of all ages and disabilities so individuals can live, learn, work, and play independently in communities of their choice.
1.) Special Olympics - 1133 19th Street, NW, Washington, DC 20036-3604. (202) 628-3630. Toll-Free: (800) 700-8585. Website: www.specialolympics.org. Through year-round sports training and competition, the Special Olympics empowers individuals with intellectual disabilities in more than 180 countries.
2.) Cerebral Palsy Group - 400 Putnam Pike, Suite J, Smithfield, RI, 02917. Telephone: (774) 325-0083. Website: www.cerebralpalsygroup.com. Cerebral Palsy Group is an online resource for anyone who has been affected by Cerebral Palsy, brain injuries or birth injuries.
3.) "Support for Students with Intellectual Disabilities" - provides information on college programs, funding, and other resources - https://www.affordablecollegesonline.org/college-resource-center/students-with-intellectual-disabilities/
4.) Cerebral Palsy Guidance - www.cerebralpalsyguidance.com. (866) 579-8495. Provides guidance and assistance to parents of a child with cerebral palsy. For information about financial assistance for people with developmental disabilities, please access this link - https://www.cerebralpalsyguidance.com/cerebral-palsy/financial-assistance/
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We've all gone a bit mad for pink gin, haven't we? It's the ultimate summer drink for 2018.
Now, imagine pairing a vhilled, refreshingly sweet pink gin with a delicious Afternoon Tea… Better yet, imagine infusing an afternoon tea WITH pink gin? Yep, that's the ultimate summer treat right there.
And it's brought to you by the lovely lot at Matfen Hall Hotel and Spa. Until the 31st August 2018, you can visit the beautiful stately hotel and enjoy an afternoon tea inspired by the latest on-trend spirit for just £20 per person as part of their summers offers at Matfen Hall.
I took Mama Jan along to see what all the fuss was about and we had a rather lovely Saturday afternoon in the hotel's Library Restaurant. A shame we couldn't have enjoyed a gin or two more…
But we stuck with the one which was presented to us as we sat down in the elegant dining area, A Pinkster Gin (tge good stuff) and Fever Tree Tonic. We were also offered a selection of teas and coffee, of which we both opted for the pot of coffee.
The Pink Gin Afternoon Tea includes a selection of delicate finger sandwiches; salmon, egg mayonnaise, ham and mustard and cucumber and cream cheese. Each filling was sufficient and the bread, both white and brown was fresh.
As with most afternoon tea selections, that's where the savoury treats ended. On the tier above, we had four scones; two fruit and two plain. They were served with a lovely tangy jam and thick clotted cream.
The scones were still warm, which is always a winner. A crusty outer layer and a soft, moist and fluffy middle – all you could possible want from the iconic British number.
The top tier was full of gin themed delights including a raspberry gin jelly, was really strong. You could definitely taste the gin but it wasn't unpleasant, it gave it a tart, bitter element. Mama Jan could not get enough of it, but she is a bit of a pisshead so it was right up her street.
There was a pink gin and raspberry cheesecake which was really light and creamy with less of a gin presence compared to the jelly.
Now, here is where I struggle to pick a favourite. The final two were a Rhubarb and Ginger Gin cake and a Sloe Gin and White Chocolate Tart.
I love carrot cake and the Rhubarb and Ginger Gin number had that rich spicy, nutty flavour that you associate with a good carrot cake or Christmas – so good. It was a perfect springy sponge, that wasn't too dense, and a thin coating of sweet icing across the top.
On the other hand, I also really love white chocolate. And sloe gin for that matter. So the combination of the two in tart form was absolutely scrumptious. It had a lovely balance of flavours, especially with the generous dollop of whipped cream on top that cut through the sugar, making it not overly sweet or sickly – and it was cute as a button, look!
Not sure I can pick a winner… maybe I'll just have to go back, try them all again and make my mind up?!
The service was great throughout too, and we got a cute little table overlooking the golf course (ideal for people watching, if you're nosy like us). The whole hotel itself is really rather lovely, recently renovated with an upgraded menu, you could quite easily spend the afternoon wandering their grounds and snapping some seriously insta-worthy pictures.
If you're currently experiencing the blues because the sunshine has finally remembered that England doesn't usually have a proper summer and buggered off, book a treat for you and the girls, or your Mama, and get back into the feel-good spirit with Matfen Halls' Pink Gin Afternoon Tea.
Lots of love, LB x
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What is Kala Sarpa dosham?
Astrologically, when all the planets are sandwiched between Rahu and Ketu, it is deemed to be Kala Sarpa. If the planets are moving towards Ketu, it is Kala Sarpa Yoga and If the planets are moving towards Rahu, it is Kala Sarpa dosha. Eg for Yoga: Sachin Ramesh Tendulkar, Jawaharlal Nehru.
If the ascendant or Moon is not in the axis and all the planets are in between Rahu and Ketu, it is also Kala Sarpa yoga, even though the planets are moving towards Rahu. Eg: Actor Rajinikanth, Tom Cruise and Arnold Schwarzenegger.
Kala Sarpa Yoga is oftentimes genetic, meaning that it will be passed on from one generation to another through the DNA. Further, there is a critical age associated with Kala Sarpa yoga. i.e. 33 Years. At this age, an important reversal of energy occurs.
For example, if up to the age of 33, you have suffered then after this age, success will start to come often unexpectedly and in major ways. The converse is also true. If in your younger years you had noteworthy success, you may become introduced to difficulties and blockages, halting your successful progress after the age of 33.
Former President George W. Bush is a famous example of this reversal of fortune.
In his youth he was rebellious, an alcoholic, on marijuana and even held a criminal record for driving while intoxicated. After the age of 33, his life changed. He stabilized himself and made financial gains. He also established a successful political career after the age of 33.
Kala Sarpa yoga or dosha in ancient tradition is believed to be caused when either you or your ancestors have killed or harmed snakes instead of respecting and worshiping them in a previous birth. It's generally believed that the presence of Kala Sarpa Yoga weakens the chart of the native. But in sharp contrast, there are many world famous leaders and celebrities who have had this yoga. In reality, what this yoga shows is the development of certain strengths at the expense of others.
Sachin Tendulkar, Rajinikanth, George W. Bush, Mahatma Gandhi, Nelson Mandela, Alfred Hitchcock to name a few...all have Kala Sarpa yoga in their chart.
As we are aware that if all the planets are under the clutches of Rahu and Ketu, it is called Kala Sarpa dosha. The people who were born during this period may not get benefits especially when it is during Rahu or Ketu Dasha. If proper remedies are performed, it will bless the natives with all the benefits and take them to higher positions.


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Tuesday DH and I went to see the movie, "Mockingjay" Part One. It was pretty good. Having read The Hunger Games series a few years back, I was interested to see how well they depicted the story. My imagination almost always wins over the actual movie production, but this one wasn't bad. However, it's interesting to note that an awful lot of the stories (The Giver, The Hunger Games, Divergent, The Maze - and many more) all take a very dismal view of the world's future. I wonder why that is. Is it a sign of things to come? Or possibly a sign of where young minds are going to find excitement in a world where technology has taken over our lives.
Not that I'm complaining. I love my iPhone as much as the next guy. And I really would miss this opportunity to communicate through this blog. Guess I'm a firm believer that we need to keep up with the technology... at least to a point. While I do do Facebook, I use it mainly to swipe family pics that are posted and to check in occasionally to see what's going on with friends and family. And I have never done Twitter... and am not sure of it's merits - nor Instagram.
But I would like to see a movie with a much better (more optimistic, more altruistic?) view of the future. I'm not a Pollyanna and I don't expect that we will cure world hunger or completely stop wars, etc. But you would think that with all the wonders of technology at our fingertips (so to speak), we would eventually cure Cancer, stop Ebola, slow down Alzheimer's and maybe put a dent in world hunger, etc. Just a thought.
And I also wonder why I'm not so taken with computer games when so many actually are... or as an older adult not interested in gambling casinos, etc. again when so many are. It's not that I don't care for fiction (like portrayed in computer games) as I love reading fiction. I actually love reading almost anything... but fiction is probably my favorite. Don't know why. Although if I had to come up with a reason I would probably say it's because it amazes me what our imaginations can come up with and I like visualizing other possibilities.
BTW, our 2 little black kittens that live (for the most part) in our front yard are enjoying their Charlie Brown tree we put out there. I hung an ornament on it and came back from the movie to find they had not only knocked the tree over getting it off, but must have played with it on the walk enough to break it (it was glass... stupid of me). Now I've swept up the glass and replaced the ornament with an unbreakable one.
|Braveheart in basket on front porch
(taken with cell phone through window)
More pictures of our cats in holiday spirit... (kind of)
|Tux in Santa cap ("really mom???")
|Molly in Christmas collar... ("whatever...")
|Ghost in Christmas scarf thinking.... ("WTF?")
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Normally I'm not much for making a big hoopla about myself. But I just received a sound file from Scott Sigler saying happy birthday to me and I was very much in glee. For those of you who do now know Sigler, he is one of the first authors to put one of his novels in podcast form. His first podcast novel was Earthcore. Since then he's gone on to produce many more sci-fi horror related novels and got a book deal with Crown Publishing. His first book with Crown, Infected, will be launching later this year.
Now before I get hate mail from other "junkies" out on the internets (Sigler's moniker for his fanbase), let me remind you guys that he mentioned something about this in a previous episode. He stated that he was trying to allocate all his fanbase's information into a database so that he can do little special things for them (such as wish them Happy Birthdays, invite them to pub crawls, book launches, etc). I'm sure you'll all be getting your birthday wishes from him soon enough. All you have to do is sign up to his website and you'll be added to his database.
Anyway, Happy Birthday to me, check out Scott Sigler's website and I'll see you guys later.


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The past two weeks have been absolute Sprouse mania. There was the Deitch Projects opening, then the Vuitton store exhibit (bad outfits included), and then last night, the launch of The Stephen Sprouse Book (authored by Mao PR brothers Roger and Mauricio Padilha) at Atelier New York. We popped by to scope out the scene, and while the outfits were a tiny bit more subdued this time around, there was still plenty of eye candy— a mix of former studio 54'ers and the newer party circuit, it all made for some pretty interesting people watching.
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Graphic designing has become easier in this era of Internet but the designs should be very much professional as far as their looks are concerned. If you are designing a logo, or an event announcement, or a banner for a social network, or a letterhead, or an email newsletter, you need to abide by five basic principles of graphic designing. Here are those five principles which need to be followed for graphic designing:
1Alignment-Another important design principle is aligning elements in a visual and readable arrangement. Most amateur designers start off by aligning everything in the center of the page, but that's not the only way. Again with the "scattered" looking design, we can see the alignment of elements that helps keep the design balanced. The top group of text is left-aligned, and three larger text elements are vertically aligned.It's important to be consistent in the alignment of elements. When you look at the design and something doesn't feel right, play around with the alignment and see if the design can be improved.
2.Repetition- Like the use of repetitious hooks in a song, repeating elements in a graphic design can be visually appealing. In the two examples below, a numbered list is used, but there's also the repetition of the blue circles that make a bolder statement. In the layout on the right, the image of the sandwiched is cropped and masked in repeating squares, as well as the use of repeated red strokes above the word "PANE." Repetition puts emphasis on particular elements of a design, and it draws the reader's attention to those elements.
3.Contrast-Contrast between design elements can make a presentation stand out and get noticed. Take for example this original template from the personal graphic design site, Canva.com. The elements of the design are grouped together, with strong alignment and repetition of of the arrows and bullet points. But for some purposes, the original design could be a little flat.Adding color contrast makes the design pop, and it draws attention to important parts of the presentation and message.
4.White Space-Depending on the presentation, the use of white space can be very powerful in design. It's useful when you want to make a direct message, to stand out above the clutter found in many graphic designs. In this Canva business card template, the empty space helps bring clarity to the message.A card reader first sees the graphic element, then the owner's name, followed by the contact information. Elements on the card are balanced and uncluttered.
The same goes for this the coversheet of this Pages project proposal template. The white space provides room for the clean font style of the title, the graphic elements, and the grouped text. Don't be afraid of leaving white space in your design. As Robin Williams points out, white space can also be a form of contrast.
5.Learning Graphic Principles-I'm not a graphic designer, but years ago I learned a lot from working through the exercises of Robin Williams' book. Canva.com also provides several design tutorials that cover the above basic principles and several other design techniques. The site makes it easy for users to customize templates and save designs for later use.Try your hand at applying the above principles to your next graphic design project, and let us know your thoughts, ideas, and tips for learning graphic design.


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I got nothing tonight. Kind of like Score with it's 1988 design, as showcased here on card number 67T.
Just don't have it. Kind of like Ray Hayward in 1988.
Can't come up with anything. Kind of like the Rangers tonight as they are in the process of losing the game, series, and first place to the Angels.
Wednesday, April 20, 2011
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Of course Father Christmas is a bloke . . .
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Christmas card with a humorous cartoon about Camilla and Rose mocking Father Christmas's dress sense. Greeting card measures approximately 6 x 4 inches (and, as such, is smaller than the average greeting card but represents great value) and inside reads Happy Christmas.
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Thursday, October 23, 2008
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- Vibeke said...
Beautiful!!! I love it!!!:)
- October 23, 2008 at 2:45 PM
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I found your blog through a link from Mel Stampz. Your work, your creations are just absolutely beautiful!! I love all the elements that you use, just wonderful! Congrats on the Prima guest designer gig!
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Congrads on been a guest desginer, well done you!
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Footballer colored his car according to World Cup theme
The footballer, whose name is Bacary Sagna, also known as Mr. Cool, and now he proved why he is called Mr. Cool.
This French footballer has colored his $500,000 Lamborghini Aventador according to the world cup theme, which gives it a very nice and amazing look in this football tournament time.
The design features stars such as Sagna's Arsenal team-mates Mesut Ozil, Jack Wilshere and Alex-Oxlade-Chamberlain, along with the likes of Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo, on a funky samba background.
According to report, sagna's wife will drive the car on streets in support of her husband during the tournament.


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The restaurant and bar at the Holiday Inn in Hay Street opens for breakfast, lunch and dinner serving guests of the hotel as well as passers-by looking for a bite to eat, a coffee, or a drink. The décor with its emphasis on metal and stone is eye catching and the furniture a good mix of comfortable chairs, booths and sofas.
Breakfast covers the expected gamut of dishes and on our recent visit both the Eggs Benedict and a serve of fried eggs and tomatoes hit the spot. The first, well poached eggs, sitting on juicy ham and topped with creamy Hollandaise was all you would expect – well cooked and satisfying.
The fried eggs had a lovely ooze to them and the tomatoes were excellent – they actually tasted like tomatoes which in these days of large, watery fruit is sometimes hard to find – these were juicy, full of flavour and nicely cooked.
Coffee and fresh juice accompanied the food and also met expectations.
We have dropped in quite often for a drink as well – not on this breakfast occasion however – and found a small but well-structured wine list, and a nice range of beers both draft and packaged.
The food for lunch and dinner covers shared and larger plates – with pizza, crisped prawns and smoked aioli, grilled salmon, chicken parmi, pasta, steak, ribs and the like – well turned out pub style food.
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Germany is to "toughen" a plan on European policy towards Russia that has been drafted by the SPD-controlled Foreign Ministry, the IHT reports (see also RFE/RL). The plan was to have been an important part of Germany's forthcoming EU Presidency and chairmanship of the Group of Eight (G8) industrialized countries, which begin on January 1, and it will still go ahead, but with major modifications, to
reflect the erosion of human rights, the murder of a prominent journalist and the use of energy as a political weapon under President Vladimir Putin, senior government officials said Wednesday… under pressure from Chancellor Angela Merkel and senior members of the Christian Democratic Union and Christian Social Union, which are part of her governing coalition, the Foreign Ministry is preparing to include references to human rights and the rule of law. The two issues have caused increasing unease in the West. Both were absent from the Foreign Ministry's original paper.Foreign Minister Frank-Walter Steinmeier, who arrived in Moscow on Wednesday for two days of talks that will include a meeting with Putin on Thursday, was asked by the chancellery to raise human rights issues, including the murder of Anna Politkovskaya, an investigative journalist who was shot outside her Moscow apartment in October.
"The Foreign Ministry knows exactly what our views are about its paper on Russia," said Ruprecht Polenz, a Christian Democrat who is the chairman of the foreign affairs committee of the Bundestag. "As we prepare to take over the EU presidency, it is absolutely necessary that we make clear to Putin what we think about his policy toward human rights and the rule of law."
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The Era of Digital Transformation
"Digital transformation" has become the latest goal of organizations, but how is digital transformation defined? To what extent is it changing business practice? And what does it mean to business education? We look at the ways business schools are responding to this emerging trend in their programs.
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Achieving Diversity
Most business schools want to bring more diverse voices to their campus, but many still struggle to achieve diversity in all its forms—encompassing not only race, ethnicity, and gender, but also age, sexual orientation, gender identity, and physical and mental ability. We hear from voices across business education on the obstacles that business schools still face, and how those obstacles might be finally overcome.
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The Advantages of Alliances
As the market grows more complex, business schools are discovering they are stronger when they work together, not only in one-to-one partnerships, but across consortia of institutions. What makes these alliances work? What new opportunities do they make possible? And how do b-school alliances promise to improve business education?
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B-School Budgets: How to Do More with Less?
Business schools are seeking to expand their impact—with new courses for students, new offerings for companies, more targeted research, greater support to their communities. But at the same time, their state funding is declining and they're facing pressure to freeze or even reduce tuition. This issue will look at the ways business schools are not only generating new revenue streams, but also using their existing resources more creatively and effectively.
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In the coming decades, the typical college student will likely not be an 18- to 22-year-old undergraduate pursuing a four-year degree. Instead, individuals of all ages will pursue training at all stages in their careers, whether to update their skills, solve immediate problems, or work toward degrees at their own pace. How are business schools designing new educational pathways and opportunities for these nontraditional learners? How is the nature of graduate-level education changing? And what other competitors are seeking to win over this growing segment of the market?
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The United Nations has set a deadline of 2050 for the world to reach zero carbon emissions—otherwise, its scientists warn, the consequences to humanity will be too great to overcome. This issue will look at the ongoing and mounting efforts among business schools to help the world meet this 2050 goal—and whether they're doing enough.
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If you were approaching the end of your lease term there would be hope for a rent reduction on the lease renewal. Unfortunately, many bar tenants find themselves in trouble somewhere mid-term into a five- or 10-year lease agreement. If so, a commercial landlord may agree to a mid-term rent reduction for several reasons.
To Avoid Taking the Space Back
Replacing a tenant can be very time consuming and expensive for a landlord. There are real estate commissions to pay, demolition of the existing premises to occur, months of lost revenue while the space sits vacant, and so on. In addition, a new tenant moving into the space would probably also get a tenant allowance and free rent. It could be quite a few financial steps backwards for a landlord to replace your business tenancy, if he or she can at all.
Other Existing or Pending Vacancies
If the landlord already has other vacant units within the same property, odds are greater they won't want another vacancy. Even if the building appears to be fully occupied by other tenants, many of your neighbors may be behind in their rent or planning to close out entirely sooner than you might think. Several existing tenants may not be planning to renew their leases, so the landlord knows that more space will become available in that property soon. These make for even better reasons for your landlord to keep your tenancy, even at a lower rental rate.
A Downward Shift in Market Rents
If market rents have reduced and the landlord is leasing space to new tenants at a lower rental rate than you are currently paying, then replacing you with another tenant is less desirable. Not only have you proven yourself as a more established tenant, the new tenant would be paying the lower (new market) rental rate, meaning the landlord will ultimately be no better off.
Competitor Closures
If other bars are closing out in your area, the landlord will be more motivated to keep you open, even at a lower rental rate. When any tenant closes out, the landlord (or the landlord's agent) tends to look for a similar use replacement tenant (e.g., another bar owner). If no other same-use tenants want to take over your location the landlord is better off keeping you open.
Remember that landlords don't lower rents for the sake of the tenant. Landlords lower rents to help themselves retain a rent-paying tenant—receiving a reduced percentage of the rent is better than receiving nothing at all, particularly if there are vacant units in the property.
Read this: 3 Lease Renewal Myths for Bar Tenants Debunked
How much of a mid-term rent reduction is possible? All tenants and their situations differ and results will vary. However, The Lease Coach recently successfully negotiated a reduction of roughly 18% of one tenant's rent, equating to a $2,100/month rent reduction. The tenant's total savings were close to $140,000 over the balance of the lease term. Obviously, this tenant was absolutely delighted and told us about other tenants in the same franchise system who also needed leasing help.
At the end of the day, if a landlord must choose between seeing your bar close down or giving you a rent break, it might actually be easier, cheaper and more realistic for her or him to reduce your rent, right now, mid-term.
For a copy of our free CD, Leasing Do's & Don'ts for Commercial Tenants, please e-mail your request to [email protected], and be sure to register for the 2018 Nightclub & Bar Show so you can catch our presentation, "Negotiating Commercial Leases & Renewals FOR DUMMIES."
When The Lease Coach speaks at the Nightclub & Bar Convention and Trade Show in Las Vegas in March, Dale Willerton will discuss many topics, including mid-term rent reductions. Willerton and Jeff Grandfield—The Lease Coach are commercial lease consultants who work exclusively for tenants. Dale and Jeff are professional speakers and co-authors of Negotiating Commercial Leases & Renewals FOR DUMMIES (Wiley, 2013). Got a leasing question? Need help with your new lease or renewal? Call 1-800-738-9202, e-mail [email protected] / [email protected] or visit www.TheLeaseCoach.com.