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What are the specifications of the FE-170 digital camera?
CCD Imager
6.0 megapixel (effective), 6.2 megapixel gross, 1/2.5" (12mm) CCD
6.3-18.9mm (38-114mm equivalent in 35mm photography), 6 lenses in 5 groups
Seamless to 12x (3x optical and 4x digital combined)
Aperture Range
2.5" (64mm) color LCD, approx. 154,000 pixels
Optical Viewfinder
Focusing System
CCD Contrast Detection
Focusing Ranges
Normal: Telephoto, 23.6" – infinity (0.6 meters – infinity); Wide, 4.0" – infinity (0.1m – infinity).
Macro: Telephoto, 23.6" – infinity (0.6m – infinity); Wide, 4.0" – infinity (0.1m - infinity)
Super Macro: 2.0" (50mm) fixed
Focus Mode
iESP Autofocus (Single)
Shutter Speed
Auto (1/2000 sec. to 4 sec.)
Auto (64 - 320 equivalent), up to ISO 400 equivalent in Digital Image Stabilization mode.
Metering Mode
Center-weighted average
White Balance
Exposure Compensation
+/-2 EV steps in 1/3 EV steps
Recording Modes
Still image: DCF, Exif 2.21, JPEG, PIM3; Movie: QuickTimeä Motion JPEG
Adjustment Resolutions
2816 x 2112, SHQ/HQ
2048 x 1536, SQ1
640 x 480, SQ2
Shooting Modes
16 shooting modes: Full Auto, Movie, Digital Image Stabilization, Scene Presets (Portrait, Landscape, Night + Portrait, Sport, Indoor, Candle, Self Portrait, Sunset, Fireworks, Behind Glass, Cuisine, Documents, Auction)
Shooting Assist Functions
Panorama Mode
Up to 10 frames automatically stitchable with OLYMPUS Master software when using Olympus brand xD-Picture Card™ media
Movie Mode
QuickTime Movie (without sound):
320 x 240/15 frames per second (HQ),
160 x 120/15 fps (SQ)
Pixel Mapping
Automatic Pixel Mapping (APM) via menu setting
Image Playback
Still image: Single, Index Display (4, 9, 16, 25), Enlargement (up to 10x), Slideshow, and Rotation.
Movie: Playback, Reverse, Frame-by-frame
Playback Edit Effects
Resize (640 x 480, 320 x 240)
Direct Printing Options
PictBridgeä, Digital Print Order Format (DPOF)
Flash Modes
Auto (for low-light and backlit conditions), Red-Eye Reduction, Fill-In, Off
Flash Working Range
Wide: .7 ft. - 13.1 ft. (.2m – 4.0m); Telephoto: 2.0 ft. – 6.9 ft. (0.6m - 2.1m)
Self Timer
12 seconds/Auto
Setting Memorization
On/Off (Hold settings/Reset to default settings)
Date/Time Calendar
Simultaneous recording into image data; automatic up to year 2099
10 MB internal memory (for shooting)
Removable Memory Card
xD-Picture Card™ (16, 32, 64, 128, 256, 512 MB, 1 or 2 GB)
Outer Connectors
USB Connector, Video output, DC input
Auto-connect USB
2.0 Full Speed (USB mass storage)
System Requirements
WindowsŇ 98SE/ME/2000 Professional/XP with USB port; MacŇ OS X 10.2 and higher with USB port
Operating Environment
Operation: 32°-104°F (0°-40°C), 30-90% humidity
Storage: -4°-140°F (-20°-60°C), 10-90% humidity
Power Supply
(2) AA alkaline batteries; optional (2) AA NiMH batteries; optional AC Adapter (E-7AU)
3.6" W x 2.5" H x 1.2" D (90mm x 62.5mm x 30.5mm)
4.4 oz (124 g) without batteries and media card
How can I download images and movies from the camera to a computer?
The simplest method is to use OLYMPUS Master software to transfer the files.
This model ships with OLYMPUS Master version 1. Complete instructions for transferring files using this version may be downloaded by clicking here.
This model also supports OLYMPUS Master 2. Complete instructions for transferring files using OLYMPUS Master 2 may be downloaded by clicking here.
To request a free download of OLYMPUS Master 2, click here. It is not necessary to uninstall OLYMPUS Master version 1 before installing and using OLYMPUS Master 2.
Note: Adobe Reader® software is required to view PDF files. It is available as a free download from Adobe's web site. Click here to download the latest version of Adobe Reader.
What are the main features of the FE-170?
Designed with simplicity in mind, the FE-170 is loaded with features that will help you capture fantastic images and movies even if you have never before used a digital camera.
Its one-touch design puts camera features at your fingertips. Individual buttons help you shoot, review, print and delete your images without ever accessing a menu. You'll also have quick access to flash and macro settings, a self-timer and zoom controls.
Let the built-in Shooting Guide show you what features to use in various situations; it will automatically adjust the settings for you. As you become more familiar with the features and options available on this model, you can use the convenient mode dial to choose your preferred shooting modes. There are 16 shooting modes in all, and each is optimized to help you get the best possible results for the shooting conditions.
The Digital Image Stabilization shooting mode minimizes or eliminates the effects of blurring caused by camera shake or moving subjects.
The FE-170 sports a 6.0-megapixel CCD and a 12x seamless zoom (3x optical, 4x digital). When using this model with the included Olympus Master software and Olympus brand xD-Picture Card™ flash memory media (sold separately), you can create stunning panoramic images. An on-screen Panorama target mark helps you to compose your shots.
Sharing your masterpieces is easy. The FE-170 is PictBridge™-enabled for direct-from-the-camera printing. You can also use the included USB cable to transfer images to your computer and e-mail them to friends and family.
The FE-170 has a Digital Image Stabilization shooting mode. What is it, and how does it work?
The Digital Image Stabilization shooting mode is designed to reduce or eliminate the blurring effect that occurs when either the camera or the subject is in motion during image capture. Images taken in low light are particularly susceptible to blurring because the shutter is held open longer in order to expose the CCD to enough light to capture the image.
When the camera is in Digital Image Stabilization shooting mode, the light sensitivity of the CCD is boosted so that the shutter speed can stay fast enough to freeze motion. The adjustment is made automatically when the level of ambient light would be insufficient to maintain a shutter speed of 1/125 at ISO 64.
How does Digital Image Stabilization mode compare to Optical Image Stabilization available in other, more expensive cameras?
Digital Image Stabilization mode is more effective than Optical Image Stabilization in three key respects:
The FE-170 is PictBridge-enabled. What is PictBridge?
PictBridge is a specification that allows for direct printing of photos between various brands of digital still cameras and printers without the use of a computer.
The FE-170 supports PRINT Image Matching (PIM3). What is Print Image Matching?
PRINT Image Matching (PIM3) technology ensures that PIM3-enabled digital cameras and printers work together to produce the best possible prints. As the digital camera records an image, it embeds print-specific information into the header of the image file. The parameters incorporated into the image file include gamma level, sharpness, brightness, saturation, shadow, highlight, and color balance. PIM3-enabled printers are able to instantly identify this information and use it to produce superior color, quality and detail in every print.
What are the dimensions of the FE-170?
The FE-170 is 3.6" W x 2.5" H x 1.2" D (90mm x 62.5mm x 30.5mm) – perfect for pocket or purse.
What recording modes does the FE-170 support?
The FE-170 records still images in JPEG format and movies in QuickTime motion JPEG format. Each mode has multiple resolution options depending upon which image quality mode is selected.
What are image quality modes, and which are available in the FE-170?
Image quality modes dictate the size (pixel resolution) and compression ratio of the digital files created by the camera when it records images and movies. As resolution and image quality increase, so does the file size, which means fewer files can be stored.
Image file quality is indicated as SHQ (Super High Quality), HQ (High Quality), SQ1 (Standard Quality) and SQ2 (Standard Quality with greater compression). Movie file quality is indicated as HQ and SQ.
The FE-170 supports the following resolutions:
Still images: 2816 x 2112 (SHQ / HQ); 2048 x 1536 (SQ1); and 640 x 480 (SQ2).
Movies: 320 x 240 (HQ); 160 x 120 (SQ). Movies record at a rate of 15 frames per second.
What recording media does the FE-170 support?
The FE-170 can record data to internal memory and to removable flash memory media. It has 10MB of internal memory for storage.
It will also accept* xD-Picture Card™ removable media in the following capacities: 16MB, 32MB, 64MB, 128MB, 256MB, 512MB, 1GB and 2GB. The FE-170 supports Type M+, Type M, Type H and Standard xD-Picture Card media.
*Certain camera functions require the use of xD-Picture Card media.
Can the FE-170 store images to its internal memory?
Yes. The FE-170 has 10MB of internal memory available for storage.
Is the FE-170 compatible with Olympus' two-gigabyte xD-Picture Card removable flash memory media?
Is the FE-170 compatible with Type H xD-Picture Card removable flash memory media?
Is the FE-170 compatible with Type M xD-Picture Card removable flash memory media?
What is the difference between Olympus' Type H and Type M xD-Picture Card media?
The Type H card provides improved write speeds (two to three times that of other types of xD-Picture Card media) so images and movies will be saved and formatted to the card more quickly. This means there will be less time to wait between shots and movies can be recorded in greater resolution.
Each Type H card also comes with a unique authorization code for OLYMPUS Master 1.4 software that, when entered, enables new editing features that can enhance digital photographs with Watercolor, Oil painting, Cartoon Art and 3-D effects.
How many images can the FE-170 hold?
The chart below shows the approximate number of images at each available quality mode that the FE-170 can store in its internal memory and on a variety of optional xD-Picture Card™ media. The camera can store images and movies in any combination of quality modes. All figures are approximate.
How much movie recording time does the FE-170 have?
In movie mode, the FE-170 can record continuously up to the capacity of the storage medium.
The chart below shows the maximum continuous recording time available to the FE-170 when shooting movies using the camera's internal memory and a variety of optional xD-Picture Card media. The chart assumes that the memory medium has been freshly formatted. All recording times are approximate.
1Recording times are calculated based on storage capacity and are not a guarantee of battery life.
Does the FE-170 have a "3:2 Resolution" mode?
No. The FE-170 records all images and movies at a 4:3 aspect ratio.
What shooting modes are available on the FE-170?
Shooting modes govern what type of data (still image or movie) is recorded and how much control the photographer has over the camera settings. Shooting modes are selected by pressing the shooting mode button (red camera icon) and turning the mode dial so that the appropriate icon or text is aligned with the red oval to the left of the dial. Additional steps, if required, are detailed in the descriptions below.
The following shooting modes are available on the FE-170:
What scenes are available in scene mode?
The FE-170's scene mode features 13 scenes. Each is designed to produce optimum results for a specific combination of shooting conditions. Simply identify the current shooting conditions and select the appropriate scene. The camera will then automatically enable and calibrate all the settings necessary to take a great shot. With scene mode, even a novice photographer can become an "instant expert."
The three most commonly used scenes are accessible directly from the mode dial; to choose one, simply press the shooting mode button (red camera icon) and turn the dial so that its associated icon is aligned with the red oval to the left of the dial.
The remaining scenes are activated from the Scene Select menu. To access the Scene Select menu, first press the shooting mode button (red camera icon). Next, turn the mode dial to [SCENE]. The Scene Select menu will appear. Use the arrow pad to scroll up or down to the desired scene. Finally, press the [OK] button to activate the selection.
To return to the Scene Select menu after you have selected a particular scene, turn the mode dial to any other setting and then return it to [SCENE]. The Scene Select menu will be displayed. Use the arrow pad to select a new scene. Press the [OK] button to activate the new selection.
The following scenes are available on the FE-170:
What playback modes are available in the FE-170?
Playback modes display captured still images or movies on the LCD monitor so you can review, manipulate, or erase them. To use a playback mode, first press the Playback mode button (green arrow icon), located above the LCD monitor. Next, follow the instructions as noted in the descriptions below.
The FE-170 has the following still image Playback modes:
The FE-170 has the following movie Playback modes:
What in-camera editing functions does the FE-170 offer?
The FE-170 lets you reduce the size of still images in the camera. Available resolutions are 640 x 480 and 320 x 240. Resized images are saved as separate files; the original file is preserved. An image reduced to 640 x 320 resolution can be further reduced to 320 x 240; however, images cannot be enlarged with this tool. Movie files cannot be resized.
What Auto Focus method does the FE-170 use?
The FE-170 supports iESP autofocus. In this mode, the camera determines what subject to give focus. The camera detects the area of greatest contrast (generally, this will be the border where your subject meets the background) and focuses on that area. Even when the subject is not in the center of the frame, focusing is possible.
Is it possible to manually focus the FE-170?
Occasionally it is desirable to have the ability to manually focus a digital camera. A good example is shooting through the windows of a tour bus on a rainy day. The camera may choose to focus on the raindrops on the window rather than the actual subject.
Although the FE-170 does not offer a manual focus mode, you can use the Focus Lock feature to force the camera to focus on your intended subject.
First, choose a test subject that is as close to the camera as your intended subject. Compose the shot in the LCD monitor. Press the shutter button halfway down; the camera will automatically focus on the test subject. The focus will be locked at this distance until you release the shutter button or take the picture. Re-compose your shot using the intended target, and then press the shutter button all the way down.
TIP: If you see a blinking green light in the upper left of the LCD monitor when composing your shot, the focus and exposure are not adjusted properly. Try locking the focus again.
Does the FE-170 support a Macro mode?
Yes. The FE-170's Macro mode has an operating range of 4.0" to infinity (wide) and 23.6" to infinity (telephoto). This means you can focus on a subject as near as 4.0" (.1 meters) when the Zoom is set to its extreme Wide Angle and as near as 23.6" (.6m) when the Zoom is set to its extreme Telephoto.
To use Macro mode, first press the shooting mode button (red camera icon). Next, press the Macro mode button (flower icon on the arrow pad) to launch the Macro mode menu. Use the Up or Down arrow to select the Macro icon (flower), and then press the [OK] button to activate the selection. The Macro icon will be displayed on the LCD to indicate that Macro mode is active.
Does the FE-170 support a Super Macro mode?
Yes. The FE-170's Super Macro mode has an operating distance of 2.0" (51mm) to infinity. The zoom is fixed in Super Macro mode, and the flash is disabled.
To use Super Macro mode, first press the shooting mode button (red camera icon). Next, press the Macro mode button (flower icon) to launch the Macro mode menu. Use the Up or Down arrows to select the Super Macro icon (flower preceded by the letter "s"), and then press the [OK] button to activate the selection. The Super Macro icon will be displayed on the LCD to indicate that Super Macro mode is active.
What metering mode does the FE-170 offer?
The FE-170 supports metering by center-weighted average. This mode provides the average metering between the subject and the background lighting, placing more weight on the subject at the center of the frame.
Can I change ISO sensitivity in the FE-170?
No. The FE-170 automatically sets ISO sensitivity in all shooting modes. Its range is equivalent in 35mm photography to ISO 64-320. In the Digital Image Stabilization shooting mode, it can boost the ISO as high as 400.
Can I change the white balance in the FE-170?
No. The FE-170 automatically sets the White Balance in all shooting modes.
What software is bundled with the FE-170? What can it do?
OLYMPUS Master is application software for editing images taken with a digital camera on a computer. Installing it on your computer lets you do the following:
For details regarding these and other functions and operations, refer to the application's "Help" guide and the OLYMPUS Master reference manual.
1Art and 3-D effects require serial number provided with specially marked Olympus brand Type M and Type H xD-Picture Card media. The features are also available in the OLYMPUS Master Plus upgrade.
Can I use non-Olympus brand xD-Picture Card media in the FE-170?
The FE-170 will accept third-party xD-Picture Card media. However, Olympus brand xD-Picture Card media are required to use the [PANORAMA] camera function and certain image-enhancing effects available in the included Olympus Master software.
What kind of batteries should I use to power my FE-170?
The FE-170 accepts two "AA" nickel metal hydride or alkaline batteries. Lithium battery packs (such as Olympus' CR-V3) and "AA" manganese (Zinc-Carbon) batteries cannot be used with the FE-170.
NiMH batteries are more economical in the long run because they are rechargeable. If you choose to use alkaline batteries, purchase products with capacity ratings of 2300 mAh (milliamp-hours) or higher and that state on the label they are designed for high-drain electronic devices such as digital cameras.
Olympus brand NiMH batteries are intended for use only with Olympus digital cameras. Do not use these batteries with any other device.
Does Olympus sell a battery charger compatible with my FE-170?
Olympus offers a NiMH Quick Charger and Battery Set (B-90SU), which includes the BU-400 NiMH Quick Charger and four AA-size 2300mAh NiMH rechargeable batteries. The charger can hold up to four AA or two AA and two AAA batteries and can charge them simultaneously.
The kit (Item #200899) can be purchased from Olympus' online store. To order, click here.
How long will it take to recharge my NiMH batteries?
The BU-400 NiMH Quick Charger can recharge two AA NiMH batteries in about two hours, and it can charge four in about 4 Ľ hours. New NiMH batteries come partially charged, so the first time you charge them should take less time than subsequent charges.
Should I charge NiMH batteries before using them in the FE-170?
Must my NiMH batteries be completely drained before I charge them?
It depends on the batteries' manufacturer. Repeatedly recharging Olympus brand NiMH batteries before using up their capacity will shorten the life of the batteries per charge.
Does Olympus sell an AC adapter compatible with my FE-170?
Olympus offers a 110/120 volt AC adapter (E-7AU). It is ideal for conserving battery life and is especially useful when downloading files to a computer, for extended work in a studio, during printing, or when viewing images while connected to your TV or VCR.
Do not connect or disconnect the AC adapter while the camera is turned on. Doing so could affect the camera's internal settings or functions. Be sure to read the instruction manual for the AC adapter.
To purchase the E-7AU AC adapter (Item # 200751-410) from Olympus' online store, click here.
Are my rechargeable batteries being charged when the AC adapter is plugged in to the FE-170?
No. When the AC adapter is connected, power is drawn from the AC current even if there are batteries in the camera. Rechargeable batteries are not recharged when the AC adapter is in use.
Olympus recommends using the B-90SU Quick Charger to charge your NiMH batteries for use in the FE-170.
Do I need to have a computer to share my images and movies?
No. You can show off your images and movies by using the LCD monitor or by connecting the camera to a television with the included video output cable. There are also many photo-processing labs that can make traditional prints from your digital files.
Note: Any shots recorded to the camera's internal memory must first be transferred to xD-Picture Card™ media in order to be printed at a commercial photo-processing center. Use the BACKUP function to transfer data from internal memory to a media card.
To realize the full capabilities of your digital camera, a computer is recommended.
Where can I find the documentation for my camera?
The FE-170 is packaged with a printed Quick Start Guide, a Basic Manual and an Advanced Manual. The printed manual that is included with the camera is a basic manual that introduces the camera's features and offers an overview of care and usage tips. The Advanced Manual is in PDF format; it can be found on the CD-ROM included with the camera. Adobe Reader software, which is also provided on CD-ROM, is necessary to view the PDF file.
The manuals can also be downloaded from the product support page for this model on the Olympus web site.
How do I update the firmware of the FE-170?
Digital cameras are controlled by internal software called "firmware." Firmware dictates the functionality of the product and the features that are available. Some digital cameras have the flexibility to change, improve or add functionality by downloading and applying firmware updates.
Olympus digital cameras are thoroughly tested for full functionality prior to shipment. Updated Olympus firmware versions offer little or no functionality changes; they are typically offered due to changes in electronic components during camera production.
To upgrade your camera's firmware, you must use the Update Camera function in the Olympus Master software packaged with the camera. Complete instructions can be found here.
Note: Please follow the steps carefully. Do not operate any camera controls during the update procedure. If the firmware update is not performed properly, the camera will need to be serviced in order to return it to an operational state. If this becomes necessary, click here for information on sending your camera to an authorized Olympus service center.
The firmware update will fail if the connection to the computer is severed during the procedure. It is strongly advised that you have freshly charged batteries in the camera, or that you connect the camera to a power outlet using the optional AC adapter, before beginning the firmware update. A wired Internet connection (as opposed to a wireless connection) is also recommended.
How do I transfer images from my camera to my computer?
Download complete instructions here.
How do I use the Digital Image Stabilization shooting mode?
Select Digital Image Stabilization mode by turning the mode dial to the icon of a hand. Digital Image Stabilization effects end when you select another shooting or scene mode.
How do I know if the FE-170 is recording to its internal memory or to my flash memory card?
The internal memory and a removable memory card cannot be used at the same time. When a supported memory card is inserted into the camera, captured images and movies are no longer written to the internal memory. To use the internal memory, you must remove the memory card.
The FE-170 indicates which memory mode is active by displaying a memory status icon on the LCD screen. It will show [IN] when it is using internal memory and [xD] when it is working with xD-Picture Card™ flash memory media.
In all shooting modes, the memory status icon will appear in the lower right corner of the LCD screen, just above the remaining capacity value. In Playback mode, the icon will appear along the top of the LCD screen.
Can I move images from the internal memory to a flash memory card?
Yes, the BACK UP function will transfer files from the camera's internal memory to a removable flash memory card (sold separately). It does not delete those files from the internal memory.
To perform a backup, insert a supported xD-Picture Card™ flash memory card into the camera and then turn the camera on. Press the MENU button. Press the Right arrow on the arrow pad to select the SETUP icon, and then press the OK button to enter the Setup menu. Use the Up or Down arrow to select BACK UP, and then press OK. Use the Up or Down arrow to select YES. Press the OK button to start the file transfer.
The backup procedure takes some time. It is recommended that you fully charge your batteries before performing a backup.
Note: It is not possible to copy images from a memory card to the camera's internal memory.
Which image quality mode should I use when I shoot my images?
The best way to determine which image quality mode is best for any shot is to decide – before you shoot – how you will use the captured image.
The default HQ mode is ideal if you plan to print photographs in the standard 4" x 6" snapshot size. It's great for scrapbooking or for printing from the kiosks often found at drugstores, camera stores or retailers with on-site photo-processing labs.
If you are planning to e-mail your images or post them to a web site, use an image quality mode with a lower resolution, such as SQ1. The images will still look great when viewed on a computer, and their smaller file sizes will allow you to store more images on your media card.
Generally speaking, you should only use the highest-quality option if you are planning to print the images larger than 4" x 6" or if you intend to use them for professional or commercial purposes.
How can I review my images in the camera?
By default, the FE-170 will briefly display the last image taken after the shutter button is released. If you would like a longer look, press the playback mode button (green arrow icon). You will then have the following options:
How can I rotate an image in Playback mode?
To rotate an image, first press the Playback mode button (green arrow icon) and then use the arrow pad to navigate to the desired image. Then press the [MENU] button. The top menu is displayed. Use the arrow pad to navigate to the [ROTATE] icon, and press the [OK] button. On the next screen, use the Up or Down arrows on the arrow pad to select the desired layout. The camera will present the picture in the new layout for your review. When satisfied, press [OK] to activate the selection and exit the menu.
How can I change the number of images displayed at one time in Index playback mode?
Push the "W" on the Zoom button to view the index. Continue to hold the "W" on the Zoom button (or push it repeatedly) to change the layout of the index. Initially a 4-up layout, each push will expand the index to show 9, then 16, then 25 images per screen. You can return to an earlier layout by pushing the "T" on the Zoom button.
How can I view a Slideshow of my images?
To run a Slideshow, first press the Playback mode button (green arrow icon), and then press the MENU button. The Playback menu is displayed, and SLIDESHOW is selected by default. Press the OK button.
The slideshow will start immediately and loop indefinitely. Only the first frame of a movie file will be displayed. Press OK to end the slideshow.
How do I adjust the exposure value (EV) in the FE-170?
First, press the shooting mode button (red camera icon). Next, turn the mode dial to any setting except [GUIDE]. Press the Down arrow on the arrow pad to select [EXPOSURE COMP.], and then press the [OK] button to access the Exposure Compensation menu. Use the arrow pad to make the image brighter (Right arrow) or darker (Left arrow). The value can be adjusted +/- 2 EV in 1/3 EV increments. Press the [OK] button to apply the setting.
Note: Exposure compensation may not produce the desired brightness on the subject if the area in the frame surrounding the subject is extremely bright or extremely dark.
How can I change the brightness setting of the LCD monitor?
The brightness of the LCD monitor is adjusted from the SETUP menu. With the mode dial set to any mode except GUIDE, press the MENU button. Press the Right arrow on the arrow pad to select SETUP, and then press the OK button to access the SETUP menu. On the next screen, use the Up or Down arrow to navigate to the icon of the LCD monitor. Press the Right arrow to access the settings. Use the Up or Down arrow to toggle between NORMAL and BRIGHT. The brightness of the display will change to demonstrate the effect the selection will have. Select the desired brightness setting, and then press OK to activate it. Press MENU twice to exit the menu.
How do I set the date and time on the FE-170?
To access the clock controls, turn the mode dial to any shooting mode except [GUIDE] and then press the [MENU] button. Next, press the Right arrow on the arrow pad to select the [Setup] icon. Using the Up or Down arrow, navigate to the menu item depicting a clock. Press the [OK] button to access the clock settings feature.
Set the year, month, day, hour, minutes and date format using the following procedure: Use the Up and Down arrows to select values, and press the Right arrow to advance to the next item. (The FE-170 uses a 24-hour clock.) When all information has been entered, press the [OK] button to set the values. Press [MENU] twice to exit the menu.
To set the time precisely, with the cursor on either "minutes" or "date format," press the [OK] button as the time signal strikes 0 seconds.
The date and time settings will be returned to the factory defaults if the camera is left without batteries for approximately three days. Custom settings may be canceled more quickly if the batteries were only loaded into the camera for a short time before being removed. Before taking important shots, check that the date and time are correct.
How do I change the display language of the menus?
Turn the mode dial to any shooting mode except [GUIDE]. Press the [MENU] button to access the top menu. Use the Right arrow on the arrow pad to select the [SETUP] icon, and then press the [OK] button to access the Setup menu. Next, press the Down arrow to scroll to the icon of the head and word balloon. Press the Right arrow to enter the language menu. Use the Up or Down arrows on the arrow pad to choose a new language, and then press the [OK] button to activate the selection. Press the [MENU] button twice to exit the menu.
Is there a way to add additional display languages to my camera?
The FE-170 has built-in support for four languages: English, Spanish, French and Portuguese. A fifth language of your choice can be added via a firmware download. There is no charge associated with this download.
To add a language, you must first install onto a computer the Olympus Master software that was packaged with your camera. After installation, use the included USB cable to connect the camera to the computer. Launch Olympus Master, click on the "Update Camera" icon, and follow the on-screen prompts. (An Internet connection is required.)
The following warning will appear during the installation of the additional language: "Once the firmware is updated, it cannot be returned to the previous menu."
The original languages will remain in the camera, and the new one will be appended to the bottom of the menu. Once added, the new language can be enabled just as you would choose any other supported language. If you later wish to add another language, you may exchange the fifth language for any one of the other languages available via the firmware download by repeating this process.
Can the FE-170 capture audio along with my still images and movies?
No. The FE-170 does not have a microphone, so it cannot record audio with your still images or movies.
How do I erase an image that I do not wish to keep?
First, press the Playback mode button (green arrow icon). Use the arrow pad to scroll through your saved images and select the one you wish to delete. Then press the Erase button (red trashcan icon). Next, use the Up or Down arrow to select "Yes." Finally, press the [OK] button to erase the selected image or movie file.
Erased files cannot be retrieved, so use this feature carefully.
How do I erase all my images at once?
The FE-170 includes an [ALL ERASE] function to quickly and conveniently remove all files saved to the internal memory or to a media card. To use this feature, first press the Playback mode button (green arrow icon). Next, press the [MENU] button. Press the Down arrow on the arrow pad to select the [ERASE] icon, and then press the [OK] button to access the [ERASE] menu. Use the Up or Down arrow to select [ALL ERASE], and then press [OK]. All unprotected image and movie files will be removed.
What can I do to prevent accidental file deletion?
The Protect feature prevents selected files from being deleted even when an [ERASE] or [ALL ERASE] function is performed. However, protected files will be deleted by a [FORMAT] operation.
To protect a file, first press the Playback mode button (green arrow icon). Use the arrow pad to navigate to the image or movie file to be protected. Press the [MENU] button. Press the Left arrow on the arrow pad to select the [PROTECT] icon, and then press the [OK] button to access the Protect menu. Use the Up or Down arrow to select [ON], then press [OK] again. The selected image or movie file will be protected. To remove the protection, simply repeat the procedure, choosing [OFF] instead of [ON].
When a file is protected, a green key icon appears atop its preview whenever that file is displayed on the camera's LCD screen. The key is visible even when the camera's Playback mode is set to Index display.
Are any firmware updates available for this model?
Use the [Update Camera] function in the Olympus Master software packaged with your camera to find out whether firmware updates are available for your digital camera. An Internet connection is required to perform the operation.
After installing the software onto a computer, connect your camera to the computer using the USB cable packaged with the camera. Next, launch Olympus Master and click on the [Update Camera] icon in the lower right of the main window. You can also access this tool from the Browse Images window by selecting [Update Camera] from the [Online Services] menu.
On the resulting dialog, under Select Device, you will see your camera. Highlight it, and press the [Check for latest version] button. If a firmware update is available for your model, it will then be listed in the Select Firmware section of the dialog.
Click here for complete instructions on how to update the camera's firmware.
Note: If multiple firmware updates are available for your model, it may not always be possible to update directly from the current firmware version in your camera to the latest available version. In such cases, updates must be applied in stages. For this reason, it is recommended that, after updating the camera firmware, you immediately check again for additional updates. Simply repeat the update procedure to apply subsequent updates.
I purchased the FE-170, and the box was missing a component. How do I get a replacement?
Please visit the Olympus Customer Service web site to report the missing component. Click here, fill out the requested fields, and then click Send to submit your request for assistance form. Please allow up to 48 hours for our Customer Service Representatives to respond via e-mail to your question.
The FE-170 doesn't have a flash memory card packaged in the box. Why not?
The FE-170 has 10MB of built-in flash memory and does not need a memory card to function. It will accept xD-Picture Card™ flash memory media in the following capacities: 16MB, 32MB, 64MB, 128MB, 256MB, 512MB, 1GB and 2GB.
The FE-170 does not recognize my flash memory card. What can I do?
First, refer to the xD-Picture Card™ Compatibility Chart to verify that the card is supported in your model. If the card is not supported, return it to the store where you purchased it.
The FE-170 may not recognize non-Olympus brand media or a card that has been formatted on another device, such as a card reader or personal computer. As a general rule, xD-Picture Card media should only be formatted in the camera. Card readers should only be used to copy files from the memory card to an external device.
You may be able to use the card if you format it in the camera.
Warning: Formatting a memory card will delete all content on the card.
When I put an xD-Picture Card flash memory card into my camera and turn it on, I get a "Card Error" message. What can I do?
This message occurs when the camera is unable to recognize the memory card or when an attempt to format a card fails.
If you see this message after inserting a brand new card, refer to the xD-Picture Card™ Compatibility Chart to verify that the card is supported in your model. If the card is not supported, return it to the store where you purchased it.
If the card is supported, it may need to be cleaned. Wipe the gold contacts of the card with alcohol using a soft cloth or tissue. When the contacts are dry, insert the card and turn the camera on.
If the Card Error message still appears, remove the card and insert a different (supported) card into the camera. If the camera reads the second card, then the camera is working properly and the problem lies with the original card.
If you receive this error message after a failed attempt to format the memory card, the card may be defective. For assistance, contact Olympus' Customer Service and Repair Center using any of the following methods:
Phone: 800-622-6372
E-mail: email@example.com
URL: http://www.olympusamerica.com/cpg_section/cpg_servicerepair.asp
Note: Olympus does not offer a service to recover data from corrupted memory cards; however, a number of companies do offer this service. In addition, commercial software now exists that may help you to retrieve files from a corrupt card. Olympus does not endorse any particular brand, but you can find many applicable products by searching the Internet for "Digital image recovery."
I am no longer able to display images and movies that I saved to my camera's internal memory. I can only see those that were saved to my flash memory card. How can I see my other files?
When a removable memory card has been inserted into the camera, the images in the internal memory cannot be played back. Turn off the camera. Pull out the memory card. Then you will be able to view images in your camera's internal memory.
I just put a {new | fully charged} battery in my FE-170. I have noticed that sometimes the screen goes dark while I am setting up my subject. Why is this happening?
If you are setting up a still life or panorama portrait or are otherwise delayed while composing your picture, you may encounter Sleep Mode. The FE-170 includes a power save feature to prolong battery life. The camera will automatically enter Sleep Mode and stop operating after three minutes of inactivity. If the camera is not used for 15 minutes after entering Sleep mode, the camera retracts the lens and shuts off.
To "wake" the camera and resume shooting, press the shooting mode button (red camera icon), the playback mode button (green arrow icon) or the Zoom Lever.
The camera will not enter Sleep mode while it is connected to a printer via the included USB cable. This is a safeguard to prevent the camera entering Sleep mode during data transfer, which could result in loss of data or damage to the camera or media card.
I want to use a camera function, but it is not accessible from the menu. What is wrong?
The following functions are disabled unless a supported memory card is inserted into the camera's media slot: BACKUP, FORMAT, PANORAMA, and PRINT ORDER.
What should I do if I cannot focus on a particular subject?
Try the FOCUS LOCK feature. This feature allows you to focus on a subject roughly the same distance away from you as the intended subject and then re-compose your picture without losing that focus.
First, choose a subject that is as close to the camera as your intended subject. Compose the shot using the LCD monitor. Press the shutter button halfway down; the camera will automatically focus on the test subject. The focus will be locked at the appropriate distance until you release the shutter button or take the picture. Re-compose your shot using the intended target, and then press the shutter button all the way down.
TIP: If you see a blinking green light on the monitor when composing your shot, the focus and exposure are not adjusted properly. Try locking the focus again.
A small, bright dot always appears in the same spot on all my downloaded images. What can I do?
This is caused by the failure of one or more pixels on the CCD. Run the Pixel Mapping feature to check and adjust the CCD sensor and image-processing functions. Wait about one minute after shooting or viewing images to allow the Pixel Mapping function to perform properly. If the camera is turned off during pixel mapping, you must start over.
To run Pixel Mapping, first press the shooting mode button (red camera icon) and turn the mode dial to any shooting mode except [GUIDE]. Next, press the [MENU] button. Press the Right arrow button to select the [SETUP] icon, and then press the [OK] button to access the [SETUP] menu. Use the Up or Down arrow buttons to navigate to the [PIXEL MAPPING] item, then press the [OK] button to access the [PIXEL MAPPING] menu. The [START] option will be selected by default. Press the [OK] button to begin pixel mapping. To exit without pixel mapping, press the [MENU] button.
Once the process has completed, the bright dot should no longer appear in images you subsequently capture and download.
To learn more about how Pixel Mapping works, click here.
When I print images on my printer or take them to my local photo lab for 4"x6" prints, the top and bottom of my pictures are cut off. Why is this happening?
The FE-170 shoots in a default aspect ratio of 4:3. A 4"x6" print has an aspect ratio of 3:2. Therefore, an image taken with the FE-170 contains more information than can fit in a 4"x6" frame. When the image is enlarged and centered in the 3:2 frame, a little bit of the image is cut off the top and bottom.
I can't rotate some of my images in Playback mode. Why not?
The images that cannot be rotated may be Protected, or they may not have been taken by this camera.
The [ROTATE] tool alters a digital file by modifying its layout. However, the Protect tool prohibits changes to Protected digital files. Therefore, Protected files cannot be rotated.
If you wish to rotate a Protected image, you must first remove the Protection. Then you can use the [ROTATE] tool to turn the image. You can re-apply the Protection to the file after it has been rotated.
Images taken by other cameras can be input to the FE-170 via removable media cards. Such images can be identified by their Playback size. The images will appear smaller in the LCD monitor (e.g. not full-screen) and will be surrounded by a black border. These images may not be able to be rotated.
Why do I get blurry images?
Blurry images are often the result of movement during image capture. Either the camera was not held still – a phenomenon called "camera shake" – or the subject was moving and the camera did not fire with a fast enough shutter speed to freeze the action.
Click here for additional suggestions on how to prevent blurry images.
In portraits taken indoors or in low light, my subject's eyes are unnaturally red. How can I prevent this from happening?
The effect known as "red-eye" occurs when the light emitted from the camera flash bounces off the back of the subject's retina. The red color is picked up from the blood vessels behind the eyes and displayed in the resulting image.
To avoid or minimize red-eye when shooting in low light with the flash, use Red-Eye Reduction mode. In this mode, the flash fires a few bursts before the shot is actually taken. The bursts of light cause the pupils of your subject's eyes to contract, providing a smaller angle through which the reflected light can escape. The result is that the effect of the reflected light is less noticeable in your captured images.
To enable Red-Eye Reduction mode, first put the camera in any still image shooting mode except [GUIDE] and then press the Right arrow button toward the flash mode button (lightning bolt icon). Press the Down arrow button to select the button with the eye icon. Press the [OK] button to activate the mode.
How can I correct "red-eye" in my existing images?
The Olympus Master software bundled with the FE-170 has a feature that can remove or minimize the effects of "red-eye" in existing images. It can even be used to remove or minimize green or blue reflections commonly seen in the eyes of wildlife.
To use the tool, launch Olympus Master and click on the "Browse Images" icon. Select a picture to edit and then press the Edit button on the menu. (A dialog will appear; click on the [OK] button to close it.) Press the Red-Eye icon on the toolbar. A window will open on the right side of the application. Follow the instructions in this window to correct the red-eye in your selected image. When finished, press the "Apply" button.
Press the Back button to return to the Browse view.
Why do the whites (or blacks) in my images look so gray?
The FE-170's exposure system evaluates light reflecting from the subject and selects an aperture and shutter speed combination that will represent the subject in an approximate average tone (not too bright and not too dark). Pros refer to this as "18% gray." This works well for almost all shooting situations except when the subject happens to be darker or lighter than an average tone.
The FE-170 allows you to override the exposure value in order to intentionally brighten or darken your images. Click here for more information on when and how to manually adjust the camera's exposure value.


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WEDNESDAY, Sept. 19, 2012 (HealthDay News) -- Reinforcing the role nutrition plays in heart health, new research suggests that cooking with a combination of sesame oil and rice bran oil can lower mild to moderately high blood pressure.
A small study conducted in New Delhi, India, found that hypertensive adults who added roughly 1.25 ounces of a rice bran/sesame oil mixture to their daily diet experienced a drop in blood pressure nearly equivalent to that experienced by those taking a standard calcium-channel blocker blood pressure medication alone.
And those who consumed both the oil mixture and their blood pressure medication saw a blood pressure drop more than twice that of those taking the drug alone.
The oil combination also seemed to lower so-called "bad" (LDL) cholesterol and raise "good" (HDL) cholesterol, the researchers reported. This cholesterol profile improvement was not found among those taking a medication alone.
"We had previously reported that sesame oil by itself has a strong impact on blood pressure," said study lead author Dr. Devarajan Sankar, a research scientist in the department of cardiovascular disease at Fukuoka University Chikushi Hospital in Chikushino, Japan. They found that sesame oil has a calcium-channel-blocking effect similar to that of calcium-channel-blocker drugs, he said.
"But now, we found that when sesame oil is combined with rice bran oil, the two together have a remarkable synergistic effect on high blood pressure," he said.
The researchers believe this effect is mainly due to antioxidants -- sesamin, sesamol and sesamolin in sesame oil, and oryzanol in rice bran oil. Both oils also contain unsaturated fatty acids -- "what we used to call 'good fats,'" Sankar said.
It's too soon, however, to recommend that anyone forgo their prescribed medication in favor of this cooking-oil combination. The study is preliminary and far more research is needed to prove the findings are valid and ready to benefit patients, experts cautioned.
Sankar and his colleagues are scheduled to report their findings Wednesday in Washington, D.C., at a meeting of the American Heart Association.
The two-month study included 160 men and 140 women with an average age 57 who had high blood pressure. They were divided into three groups: one taking the calcium-channel-blocker medication nifedipine; a second group adding a specially designed (and not commercially available) oil blend to their cooking and salads that included 80 percent physically refined high oryzanol rice bran oil and 20 percent unrefined sesame oil; and a third group that consumed both nifedipine and the oil mix.
After checking blood pressure levels every 15 days, the team found that all patients experienced sizable drops in systolic blood pressure (the top number of a blood pressure reading) and diastolic blood pressure (the bottom number).
But those taking both the oil mix and medication fared best. Systolic readings fell 14 and 16 points among those taking the drug alone and oil alone, respectively, but they plunged 36 points among those taking both.
Similarly, diastolic readings fell 11 and 12 points among those taking the drug alone and oil alone, respectively, while the combination group saw a 24-point drop.
Those taking the oil mixture alone or alongside the channel-blocker medication saw a 26 percent to 27 percent drop in bad cholesterol and a 9.5 percent to 10.9 percent rise in good cholesterol.
Sankar said his team plans to explore how the same oil mixture stacks up against other blood pressure medications, such as beta-blockers and ACE inhibitors.
Registered dietitian Lona Sandon, assistant professor of clinical nutrition at the University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center in Dallas, said the study "shows the potential power of food and food components."
Findings like these are important, Sandon noted, especially in light of reports from the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention regarding people whose high blood pressure isn't controlled by medication. High blood pressure is a leading cause of stroke.
Still, "while this is very interesting and promising research, [it] has to be looked at further," she said.
Dr. Gregg Fonarow, a spokesman for the American Heart Association and professor of cardiology at the University of California, Los Angeles, agreed.
"While it has been well-documented that diet can impact blood pressure, the lowering seen here is way out of proportion to what one might expect," he said. "One problem could be the study design, in which all the patients knew exactly what they were being given, which gives a little pause as to what these findings may mean."
"I would be cautious with any interpretation of these results, and I would certainly like to see them replicated independently," he added.
Data and conclusions presented at meetings should be considered preliminary until published in a peer-reviewed medical journal.
More information
For more on high blood pressure, visit the American Heart Association.

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Let's say you steal a $US16,000 diamond and get caught. Tough noogies I guess, but what're you gonna do? Oh, swallow it in plain sight of the cop that's arresting you? No no, that can't be right. And yet!
Two British women were eating at a restaurant in Spain when one discovered her handbag, which she'd left on the floor, had gone missing. The handbag contained about $US3000 worth of currency, a diamond pendant worth about $US16,000, and other valuables. So obviously something you'd just leave lying around on the floor of a restaurant.
Luckily, the thieves were found a few hours later at a traffic checkpoint. The bag, the cash, and the rest of the British lady's stuff was found — except the diamond to the pendant. But police did spot "one of the men putting his hand in his mouth". Hmmmm.
A quick round of x-rays at the local medical centre turned up the diamond, and while the report doesn't state it explicitly, we pretty much guess what happened from there. [Yahoo]


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" Nothing in this universe exists alone. Every drop of water, every human being, all creatures in the web of life and all ideas in the web of knowledge are part of an immense, evolving, dynamic whole as old, and as young , as the universe itself."
-Symbiosis 1982
Schools are institutions of so much possibility, a place for developing young minds for better or for worse. During my interview with Marquett ,he spoke a great deal about the way many charter schools in low-income communities of color have taken the stance of isolation. Many of them attempt to create an island of their own, acting as a fortress in the community. Taking such a stance speaks a hidden language to students and community members that articulates the following:
1. Your community isn't good enough. Yes we are preparing you to be scholars and we want you to be college bound however, you must leave your community behind. If you do not separate yourself from your community, you will be failures just like the rest of them.
2. Your community is a deficit. Why would our school be a part of it? It has no assets to give. Our institution has the knowledge and the power. Nothing of value can be discovered outside of it.
3. Your community does not understand: Most of its members are uneducated and impoverished anyway. They will resent academic advancement along with the institution that provides it.
In my upcoming interview with Kirsten Olson (stay tuned!), she discussed how this is a colonialist mentality and I could not agree more. Sending these non-verbal messages to our children does nothing to boost their self-esteem and sets them light years behind in terms of achieving self-actualization. You cannot ignore or be ashamed of where you come from. If a school promotes this mentality, it speaks the language of domination. If the neighboring community is not incorporated into a child's learning environment, the education is inauthentic and an all-around farce. For one second, let's re-imagine when a community school can be. Mary Driscoll states it best:
"We want to imagine the possibilities of schools that do not see themselves succeeding in spite of the community, but rather that envision themselves as key institutional players of the development of the community." (2001)
School should be viewed as an asset to the entire community rather than a service provided strictly to the children who attend. When we think in terms of property value, it is easy to see how valuable schools can be. Home buying decisions can be dictated by the quality of the neighborhood school. However, once we think in terms of low-income communities, this notion seems to go out the window. Many times, we view school as a "safe zone," a place of solace to escape the chaos and danger of the surrounding community. This mentality is backward and self-defeating. The children are reflections of the community they live in, as are the parents. Children bring their home realities into the classroom on a daily basis and it is not something that should be ignored. You cannot erase their histories and home lives by simply placing them in a classroom and uniform. The school should be treated as a community center, a key collaborator and helpful resource to the entire community.
Once a school is known for offering services to the entire community, it will be respected and revered. Let's quit trying to ignore day-to-day realities. Instead, why don't we collaborate and create places for healing? This might sound super lovey dovey and pie in the sky, but practices show that this method truly does work. Its formal name is asset mapping and it encompasses a very powerful yet simple element: focus on strengths rather than weaknesses. According to Paul Green and Anna Haines, "The asset-based approach builds on the experiences and interests of individuals and communities and matches with the needs and opportunities of the region."
Many organizations and forward thinking schools are turning to asset-mapping to create the most impact. Asset mapping enables an institution to truly examine all elements of the community and to draw on strengths to fulfill its mission. It also helps communities respond to needs by discovering their natural assets in people, places, and things. In a nutshell, no person, or space is worthless. Everything has something to contribute. Asset mapping enables institutions to examine possibilities never seen before. Some community assets that are useful to map out include: education institutions, service organizations, businesses, citizens groups and associations, citizens with special talents or capacities, stakeholders in the community, etc.
Hmmm, I wonder how many schools use the asset mapping approach? I'm sure some do, but I also know that many do not. This makes all the difference in the level of engagement you will see not only in the students, but the parents as well. Asset mapping provides an opportunity for local citizens to have a place "at the table" and experience what it is like to play a meaningful role in community development. If you want the community to value your institution, you first need to demonstrate that you value them.
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Apr 272010
The first round has been hot with action. The Magic are the only team to complete a sweep. The Cavs have pulled ahead 3-1 and are looking to knock the Bulls out. The Celtics, Spurs, and Jazz also hold 3-1 lead in their series and look to close out in game 5. The Suns lead the Blazers 3-2 heading into game 6. The defending champs LA Lakers are battling the young Thunder and are tied at 2 games a piece. The surprise match up in the east of the Hawks and Bucks are also tied at 2 games. The NBA action is hot and its only the first round. Let us know which is your favorite series to watch? Are you ready to give us your East and Western Conference champion? Post your thoughts and predictions……….


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Jogging In The Rain
It was one of those days where you'd be better off staying inside and having a nice hot cup of tea. It rained. It stopped. It rained some more. The wind blew hard. Instead of viewing the weather from the couch like most reasonable people, I decided to go jogging around the track with my friend Christine. Christine was stressed. For 16 years Christine had been married to Cam, her Jewish husband. And, for the first time in all those years, her mother-in-law had agreed to come to her house to celebrate a Jewish holiday.
Granted, it was Hanukkah . I didn't mention to Christine that Hanukkah (חנוכה) had started as a very minor holiday commemorating the rededication of the Holy Temple in Jerusalem at the time of the Maccabean revolt of the Second Century BCE. To remember the fact that oil that should have only lasted one day stretched for eight days, we light the candles on the menorah each night.
I agreed that it was nice of her mother-in-law to relent and give up hosting one of the Jewish holidays. The only problem? Christine (she herself admitted) couldn't cook to save her life.
"So," I huffed. "What do you plan to serve?"
Wrong question. Christine sprinted on ahead on sheer adrenaline alone. I caught up with her eventually and repeated my question.
"I don't know," she said. "I don't have a clue. I've looked through books and the only thing I see is latkes . I can't just serve potato pancakes."
She looked at me hopefully. "Can I?"
A gust of wind blew my wet hair right into my face. It gave me a minute to come up with a tactful answer. "Well, usually you would serve latkes and then maybe a few other things. Maybe some applesauce and some sour cream."
"Oh, right, she usually does have that stuff. Okay, what else?"
I suggested that she might want to include a roasted chicken, maybe some brisket, some vegetables. And then there were the desserts.
"I'm scared of the desserts," Christine said. We stopped running. Christine was gasping for breath, either from running or from contemplating Jewish desserts.
I told her there was nothing to be afraid of. There was rugelach, there were blue-and-white cookies, chocolate-covered pretzels, blue-and-white Jordan almonds, there was chocolate babka and there was dark chocolate.
Best of all, there was me , her friend, who just happened to own Challah Connection. I had her covered.
"There's just one problem," Christine said. "Do you have any spray that makes it smell like I baked it?"
Hmmm…that's one for R & D.
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Ga La King, Monga (艋舺) Taiwan
The shots above are of a traditional sausage stand on the sidewalk right outside the park. The pinball machines were antique, with nail grooves and steel ball bearings. For NT$5, diners can try to win something. We played three times, accumulating points that went toward a discount on NT$10 sausages. The boy next to my wife was so engrossed that he didn't notice the vendor had given him a broken sausage. Half the meat had fallen off. She rammed it back on the stick when nobody was looking.
BTW, I found out from a taxi driver that I live in Ga La King (Taiwanese language), not Manka. Manka is over by Lungshan Temple while Ga La King accounts for the neighborhood around Youth Park. According to the taxi driver, it was named for a benevolent gangster, who had many wives and who liked to eat clams, or ga la. When the gangster died, people in Ga La King put on black T-shirts and took part in a funeral procession through the neighborhood. When I told my wife, however, she wasn't going for it. She said it's simply Ga La. That's what they call now, and way back when her grandma was a girl.
I wrote about how teenagers had taken over the playgrounds of my previous neighborhood, Wenshan, Taiwan. We've moved, but there seems to be a trend. This guy must weigh 75 kilos, but he still wants to ride a plastic seahorse on a metal coil in Youth Park (青年公園). The instructions clearly read "maximum weight 30 kilograms". So I asked him what the appeal was - if people could see him now, they'd definitely think he was a wanker. He told me "no, it's a lot of fun". My two-year-old daughter seemed to agree. She immediately ran over to the adjacent seahorse and had a bit of a competition, to see who could get theirs going "back-forth" faster.


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The USS Gander was a 24th century Federation Danube-class runabout operated by Starfleet. This ship was assigned to Deep Space 9.
In 2375, the Gander was piloted by Lieutenant Ezri Dax in her search for Worf, who had been reported missing in action from the IKS Koraga near the Badlands. She directed the ship to where his escape pod's last known position likely was, and shut off engines to allow the plasma storms to drift the Gander to the same place the escape pod was. Her plan worked, although the ship took minor damage from the plasma field. She was able to lock a tractor beam on to the escape pod and transport Worf aboard.
On the return trip to Deep Space 9, the Gander was attacked by two Jem'Hadar attack ships near the Goralis system. Their engines damaged, they entered Goralis III's atmosphere, beaming down shortly before the Gander exploded in the night sky above them. (DS9: "Penumbra")
|Danube-class: USS Gander • USS Ganges • USS Mekong • USS Orinoco • USS Rio Grande • USS Rubicon • USS Shenandoah • USS Volga • USS Yangtzee Kiang • USS Yukon • NCC-73918 • Unnamed
|Yellowstone-class: USS Yellowstone
External linkEdit
- USS Gander at Memory Beta, the wiki for licensed Star Trek works


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NEW YORK (MarketWatch) — Retailers started the new year on a cautionary note as chains from Family Dollar Stores Inc. and Target Corp. to Kohl's Corp. and Limited Brands Inc. missed expectations for the critical December holiday sales.
While rosier tallies at retailers including Costco Wholesale Corp., Nordstrom Inc. and Gap Inc.'s Old Navy ended up leading the average gain to beat Wall Street's expectations, analysts cautioned some of those sales may have come at the expense of profit-eroding discounts.
"Retailers accelerated markdown activity" in the absence of early holiday demand, said Brian McGough of Hedgeye.
Discounter Target TGT, -0.77% which reported flat December sales; teen clothing retailer Wet Seal Inc.; Macy's Inc. M, +0.83% Kohl's Corp. KSS, -0.11% and women's clothing retailer Cato Corp. either cut their fourth-quarter outlooks or said quarterly results will be at or near the low end of their previous guidance range.
Family Dollar US:FDO and Bebe Stores Inc., both of which don't typically report monthly sales, also gave disappointing outlooks following December holiday sale shortfalls. Bebe, for instance, reported a 15% comparable traffic drop in the quarter ended Dec. 29.
"This suggests some of the sales may have come at the expense of some margin," said Ken Perkins of Retail Metrics.
In another trouble spot, Barnes & Noble Inc. BKS, -0.15% reported an 8.2% drop in comparable sales during the nine-week period ended Dec. 29, hurt by fewer visits to its stores and lower unit sales of its Nook e-reader device. The company, which has been plowing money into its Nook franchise, said it's examining why sales slowed after a strong Black Friday business. Barnes & Noble's Nook a lifeline?
In all, December same-store sales excluding drug stores rose 4.8%, above the 3.4% already lowered Wall Street consensus, Retail Metrics data showed. The percentage of chains that beat and missed views was about evenly split.
"There's caution and uncertainty," said Barbara Kahn, Wharton School's Marketing professor and director of its Jay H. Baker Retailing Center. However, with improved job and housing market pictures, "there seems to be some positive, steady signs."
Family Dollar shares slumped 12%. Victoria's Secret parent Limited US:LTD fell 5.4%. Stage Stores Inc. tumbled 9.9% after its sales also missed estimates.
December's results were overshadowed by the fiscal cliff talk that sapped consumer confidence. The cloud lingers this year as a payroll tax increase may hurt consumer demand, especially at the low end, while it remains to be seen how the ultra-rich may be affected with their expected higher income tax rate, analysts said.
Family Dollar Chief Executive Howard Levine, for instance, said the holiday season was "more challenging" than the retailer expected as "customers faced increasing financial uncertainty."
Unleashing deeper discounts
With two extra days between Thanksgiving and Christmas this year, retailers, without must-have items to entice shoppers, were hurt by a lull after the Thanksgiving weekend fervor as more shoppers procrastinated in their holiday buying, analysts said.
"Sales came late in the holiday shopping season and, as a result, were at deeper discounts than planned," said Kohl's President and Chief Executive Kevin Mansell, adding that its December sales gain of 3.4% missed company plan. "We are taking the necessary markdowns in the fourth quarter to manage our inventory."
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Our Trading Deck has been home to a spirited debate over whether we're in for a crash.
• L.A. Little: Don't worry | Michael Gayed: Worry
• The warning signs of a 1987-style crash
• Hulbert: Stocks as overvalued as at 2007 high
Meanwhile, a bout of colder weather in late December didn't appear to mitigate warmer-than-average temperatures earlier in the month that hurt demand for heavy coats and other cold-weather merchandise. December turned out to be the second warmest in more than 21 years for the U.S. as a whole, according to Weather Trends International.
Macy's disappointing results in November and December "came amid some significant headwinds from uncertain economic news and the lingering effects of Hurricane Sandy," said Macy's M, +0.83% President and Chief Executive Terry Lundgren. Its sales rose 4.1%, matching the consensus estimate of a 4% increase in a Thomson Reuters poll. In a bright spot, its online sales surged 52%.
Bright spots
Among the outperformers, Gap Inc.'s GPS, -1.75% sales rose a better-than-expected 5% after a surprisingly strong 13% surge at its biggest unit, Old Navy. Results at both Banana Republic and the namesake chain missed. Gap also said it's buying upscale retailer Intermix, and its board approved a new $1 billion share buyback.
"This improvement dispels investor concerns around (Old Navy's) turnaround, and shows that the fundamental business is firmly on track," said Jefferies analyst Randal Konik.
Luxury retailer Nordstrom Inc. JWN, -1.05% said its sales increased 8.6%, topping the 3.4% estimate. Its stock rose 3%.
December sales "proved a tale of two halves," J.P. Morgan's analyst Matthew Boss said.
The so-called off-price sector, which sells name brand products at a discount, continued to shine. T.J. Maxx parent TJX Cos. TJX, +0.50% and rival Ross Stores both hiked their outlooks after each reported a better-than-expected 6% sales increase.
Ross ROST, +1.15% stock rallied 8%.
Zumiez Inc. ZUMZ, +1.23% shares climbed 4.8% after the teen retailer selling action-sports gear reported a smaller-than-expected sales drop of 1%.
Costco's low ecom risk?
Costco Wholesale Corp. COST, +0.50% sales rose 9%, topping a 6.5% estimate, helped by gains both in the U.S. and overseas.
"Costco represents one of the best opportunities to invest in the growth of value retailing," said William Blair analyst Mark Miller. Its consistent strong growth across categories "is a reflection of Costco's low e-commerce risk profile—the company is one of the select few retailers whose prices are below Amazon.com. AMZN, +0.81% "
Pier 1 Imports Inc. PIR, +4.97% , meanwhile, said its December sales rose 8.2%, beating expectations.
Wal-Mart Stores Inc. WMT, +0.45% , which doesn't report monthly figures, also is widely seen as a holiday winner.
Among the biggest disappointments, Limited Brands
's Victoria's Secret chain posting flat sales, missing consensus view of a 4.3% gain. While Target also missed, investors breathed a sigh of relief after it was able to still keep its profit within guidance range. Target's sales missed after a disappointing launch of its much-touted designer collection in partnership with luxury retailer Neiman Marcus.


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Aren't those day after Thanksgiving sales great? Circuit City had most of their CDs on sale for $9.99 so I acquired a few tunes. While standing in line to purchase Rob Zombie's "Past, Present & Future and A Perfect Circle's "The Thirteenth Step" I saw that the Miracle on 34th Street DVD was for sale at a really good price. So it was an eclectic collection that evening.
Rob Zombie: Past, Present & Future
You know it's scary how many of these songs I know. The first half of the disc is devoted the the White Zombie years with the second half devoted to Zombie's solo career. Out of 17 Greatest hits (there are 19 tracks, but two are new) I'd say 13 are legitimately greatest hits. But I have to admit three of the other four sound familar to me, lol.
Not a bad retrospective and it's nice to have a legit copy of "Living Dead Girl" and "Dragula". I've never understood my fondness for Rob Zombie, but some things should just be accepted.
A Perfect Circle: The Thirteenth Step
Nice, broody, depressing. I'll have to listen again before I can give a more definitive opinion. A Perfect Circle just kind of washes over me. I like it, but the details can be fuzzy.
there are a couple of more CDs to reveiw from that day including Coldplay's Parachutes and a collection of vintage jazz songs from Squirrel Nut Zippers' Kathrine Whalen.
"You grow up the day you have your first real laugh, at yourself."
Ethel Barrymore
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Fuel ~ Natural Selection
No more rhymes now, I mean it!
Anybody want a peanut?
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Coldplay: Parachutes
great CD...nice paper reading music, ya know with moments that make you lose track of what you were reading, but it doesn't bother you because the music is good, lol.
Katherine Whalen's Jazz Squad
When I found this in Circuit City (off all places-not where I expect to find the obscure) I was a little surprised. It was released in '99, but I'd never heard of it and I always like KW's Squirrel Nut Zippers turns at vocal. The album is a collection of vintage 1930s jazz songs. It's a nice Sunday morning listen, but I wish there was just a little more sparkle. Depsite support by several SNZ musicians, it doesn't quite have the magic of an SNZ outing.
"You grow up the day you have your first real laugh, at yourself."
Ethel Barrymore
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Finally listened to a couple of CDs I bought last week.
The Strokes--Room on Fire
Jesus, these guys are cool. A bit overproduced, I'd prefer to have heard a slightly rawer sound, but I'm convinced that these guys are worth catching live.
Linkin Park--Meteora
Somebody at Spin or Rolling Stone said that Linkin Park got their lyrics by eavesdropping on locker conversations between jr high school girls. Maybe that's why their anger appeals. It could be chick rock if it weren't for the Y chromosomes. *g* I think I should let Sara review this one though.
"You grow up the day you have your first real laugh, at yourself."
Ethel Barrymore
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These are the CDs I got for Christmas:
Ministry of Sound 2004 Annual IV
Great beats to groove to in the car. Most techno sucks, but clever techno is intelligent and engaging. Like art, no?
Johnny Cash - American Recordings I
Very stripped back, minimalist country that just plain works. Songs with stories, songs with sorrow. Good for mellowing out in front of the computer.
Pink - Try This
Forgive me. I got this one for free. Jazzy. It'll take a few listens before I have favourites, but Feel Good Time is going to be hard to beat.
Jet - Get Born
80s rock meets 90s indifferent sophistry. When you want to imagine you are cool this is the CD to slip on. Another good one for the car.
Stella One Eleven
The third offering from this band is self-titled, suggesting a shift in marketing. The songs are more mellow this time around, with nary a grungy chord to be heard. This one will take a few listens to understand. Like most Veruca Salt CDs.
Who did you think I would be? - HA! - well you got me instead.
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I've been trying to buy this CD for a couple of months now. Everytime it goes on sale, it sells out before I can get a copy. If this keeps up, I'm gonna pull a "I'm too cool to buy something everybody else is." Well, actually, I'm giving it one more try tomorrow morning, lol
"You grow up the day you have your first real laugh, at yourself."
Ethel Barrymore
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Oh yeah, I forgot to mention that I got my Jet CD on sale.
Who did you think I would be? - HA! - well you got me instead.
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I usually wait for a sale. I'm a damn cheapskate.
"You grow up the day you have your first real laugh, at yourself."
Ethel Barrymore
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Sounds smart, to me.
The damn things cost so much more than what they are worth, IMO.
Been downloading new tunes for your MP3?
I've been loading all my old CD singles on to mine, of late.
Who did you think I would be? - HA! - well you got me instead.
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standard operating procedure is to rip the CD as soon as I've listened to it once. I don't have the entire collection on my hard drive, but I'm working on it.
The last one I downloaded was the Foo Fighter's cover of "Darlin Nikki". Not available to buy in the US, though radio stations are playing it.
hehe...Dave Grohl may be a jerk too, but I still like the music.
"You grow up the day you have your first real laugh, at yourself."
Ethel Barrymore
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Tenacious D - Every metal generation sees a new team of high priests take over the Temple of Syrinx, and now is the hour of Tenacious D, standing tall on rock's Mount Olympus with their acoustic guitars and a songbook full of pure stoner poetry. Jack Black and Kyle Gass are the twin visionaries here: two sloppy dudes strumming and wailing the hysterically funny Seventies faux-metal ballads that have already made Tenacious D legendary for their L.A. club gigs as well as their short-lived HBO series. (You've also seen Black onscreen as the loudmouthed record clerk in High Fidelity.) The D's long-awaited debut album is an angel-dustrial bong-water brew of Styx, Rush and Triumph, with a dollop of Journey, a soup‡on of Kansas, loads of Zep and Sabbath, a pinch of Black Oak Arkansas, maybe a dash of the Ozark Mountain Daredevils. Not since Bob and Doug McKenzie have two jokers nailed the clod-metal aesthetic so accurately: Nearly every lyric here comes straight from your high school's bathroom wall.
Tenacious D sounds like it was bashed out in one dazed and confused all-nighter, with musical help from famous pals such as Foo Fighters' Dave Grohl, Phish's Page McConnell and producers the Dust Brothers. But what makes the D such noble warriors is their mastery of every Seventies-rock clich', from the Skynyrd-esque groupie-chasing boogie "The Road" to the perfect Steve Howe-style guitar filigree in the middle of "Rock Your Socks." You also get the best song ever written about Ronnie James Dio ("Dio"), the best song ever written about kielbasa ("Kielbasa"), tormented battle-of-evermore prog narratives such as "Wonderboy" and "Tribute," and the for-lovers-only acoustic ballad "F*** Her Gently," where Black adopts his most sensitive Steve Perry voice to charm the ladies with sweet nothings like "I'm gonna hump you sweetly/I'm gonna ball you discreetly." Tenacious D are more than rock stars, much more: They're the Thor and Zeus of a new rock religion, prophets of blood and honor, overlords from the land of the ice and snow. They ask no quarter. They give no quarter. They are the D.
Rock Your Socks
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Did you write that review Joey?
Have you seen the thread addressed to you in this very forum? If not -- go and check it out.
Who did you think I would be? - HA! - well you got me instead.
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The Darkness--Permission to Land
There's nothing particularly deep here, but who needs deep when these guys rock? It's a good time and you just know somewhere after the concert there will be a hell of a party.
Besides, you have to appreciate classic lyrics like "Givin' up, givin' up givin' a f***!"
"You grow up the day you have your first real laugh, at yourself."
Ethel Barrymore
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ok, here we go:
yu-gi-oh: music to duel by
excellent cd - very entertaining. i insist that you all rush out and buy it immediately
ratcat: twisted tails
this seems to be a best of cd, though i should point out that only one song ("don't go now") ever made it to any radio station that i ever heard. anyway, it's a 2cd album and from what i can gather, one cd is for all the punky ballads and such and the other is for the wierd-arse nightmare enducing freak-out sessions. i don't play that one. it scares me. the friendly one is very good.
something for kate: echolalia
this one i bought for the song "monsters", and it took me a couple of listens to get into the rest of the album. very angsty, sort of easy listing with a bit of screaming, if that makes sense. one of my personal favourites is "jerry stand up". it really is a beautiful album.
four star mary: thrown to the wolves
four star mary, aka: "dingoes ate my baby" . what can i say? this album is a light in my otherwise grey little life, and i thank tam each and every time i hear it for opening the blinds to my soul (..was that too deep, or just too confusing?)
ROTK: soundtrack
well, this album was summed up pretty well by my brother when he said "that's gotta be as boring as bat sh*t."
billy boyd has a beautiful voice, but sadly, his 15 seconds can't sustain me through the endless instrumentals which seem to be recorded much lower than every ohter cd i have, which wreaks havoc upon my changer volume. very annoying. there is one song which i can't remember the name of, where the lady is singing about ships coming to "carry you home", but i can't decide if i like it or hate it. it's all very odd. unless you're a real ROTK fan and have a good 12hrs to spend, trying to adjust your volume level to each track's individual requirements, i wouldn't recommend it.
fear me...for i am the darkness
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Ratcat had a big single called "That Ain't Bad" which came out before "Don't Go Now". Is that on their best of album?
My favourite Ratcat song is "Tingles".
Who did you think I would be? - HA! - well you got me instead.
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Here are some sloppy reviews..
Dashboard Confessional A Mark a Mission a Brand a Scar:
Dashboard's third full length album is just as good as the others, plus, there's a bonus DVD which totally kick's ass. If you like moody poetry set to emo-like music, check out Dashbaord. Every possible thought about love gone wrong is explored in Dashboard music.
Joss Stone Soul Possession:
I just bought this CD tonight and haven't had a chance to listen to the whole thing, but if any of it is as good as the single "Fell in Love with a boy" You are sure to fall in love with Joss's voice. She's a 16 year old England native with a great gravely jazz/soul voice. I love her sound.
Maybe it was just the dream of you, and not the reality that I loved.
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Courtney Love - America's Sweetheart
Fits how I'm feeling at the moment.
When I reflect upon the number of disagreeable people who I know have gone to a better world, I am moved to lead a different life.
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Maroon 5 - Songs about Jane
cause i'm a sucker for love songs, and a guy with a cool voice.
Norah Jones - Feels Like Home
cause i'm a sucker for a sexy voice (the one i wish i had) and those sentimental lyrics
No Doubt - the singles
who can say no to a best of collection!?
i buy my stuff at target. if you know what you like, target usually sells the CD's for anywhere from 10-12 dollars on their first week.
"I never understood the whole 'no cruel and unusual' punishment thing. If it's not cruel and unusual, it' not punishment." - PFJ
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I got Courtney Love's new album too, Shawn.
You must be having some serious issues to deal with this week.
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That's an understatement my friend.
Go to Subtext and I guess I'll clue you all in.
When I reflect upon the number of disagreeable people who I know have gone to a better world, I am moved to lead a different life.
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Courtney's album is growing more and more on me.
Then again, I love a bit of skank in my car.
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Don't know what it is about her - she's the type that I would think I should wash my hands after shaking with her, yet she possesses something strangely appealing.
Street Barbie, yeah, that's it.
When I reflect upon the number of disagreeable people who I know have gone to a better world, I am moved to lead a different life.
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WARNING!!! Minority Report!
This is definitely no IN-stuff! Seriously un-hip music by a band which MTV wouldn't even let through the tradesman's entrance. No Top 40 piece in sight. Instead, sweat-on-the-frets live music, looong improvisations... well... musician's music for fans of Southern Blues Rock. No metal poser prats in tight leather with 100$ hairdos, muscle implants and legs so far apart that they do serious damage to their jewelry. How refreshing.
GOV'T MULE - "Deepest End" (2 CD + DVD version)
Warren Haines (Allman Brothers, Greatful Dead) stubbornly keeps the last top class power trio (git/b/dr) on the globe alive and well, it seems. (Hendrix & Ray Vaughan aren't dead, they just smell funny.)
His latest deed is what the stuff of legends is made of. A 5 1/2 hour concert with 26 friends throwing in the odd contribution.
Rock, Jazz, Blues, Soul, Jive, Funk all thrown into a pot and stirred with a red hot spoon. Only the cream of the upper cream of musicians having a ball. This gig is right up there with such legendary live recordings as Hendrix's 'Band Of Gypsies, The Allman Brothers' Live At The Fillmore East, ZZ Top's Hamburg Sessions or Stevie Ray Vaughan's Live At The Mocambo.
Still, the price is quite steep, so, anyone interested to check the band out first should try Gov't Mule's studio CD 'DOSE'. If that doesn't hit home, this won't either.
The Xenatizer
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Speaking of Joss Stone I saw her on the Tonight Show and was thinking, "why didn't Leno ever have the White Stripes to do their own song?" Then I laughed when I realized that there were three times as many people on stage to do the cover as there are White Stripes. Don't get me wrong, I thought she was great. It's just that I've been hearing that version of Fell in Love a little often lately.
Anyway, onto my new stuff.
The Vines - Winning Days
Is there anything as catchy as Ride? I'm totally into that song right now. But the rest of the album is pretty damn good. It's a great one to stick into the CD player and just let play out.
Incubus - A Crow Left of the Murder
You all know Megalomaniac which is a great song. The rest of the album has an interesting sound to it and a couple of pretty good songs.
"Tis better to have loved and lust than never loved at all."
John J.Malone in Trial By Fury by Craig Rice
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Franz Ferdinand
Yes, I finally picked up the FF CD. It was worth the wait...four guys from Glasgow. The music is awesome. Lyrically the sounds of the words are playful without being cute. And hey, throwing in random German always gets my attention. *g* Great imagery ("You are the villian who sends a line of dark fantastic passion" and "You are the latest contender/You're an emotion avenger") makes this one listenable for a long time.
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Tuesday, March 16, 2010
Dean Karnazes ElliptiGO's to the LA Marathon
I first saw the ElliptiGO at the Death Ride last year. Pretty cool that you can get the athletic benefit of an elliptical trainer while enjoying the outdoors. Here are some pics, courtesy of Eric C Gould:
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- Anonymous3/17/2010 11:57:00 AM
I went to see him at his Los Gatos stop on the first day of the trip (3/15). He was seriously behind schedule, so I went back to work and returned later. I ended up being the only one there to see him, not counting the two store employees.ReplyDelete
And the ElliptiGO does seem intriguing.
- Anonymous3/17/2010 06:58:00 PM
I'd be runnin' behind schedule too if I had to get around on those little chicken legs.ReplyDelete
I don't get it. Why not just ride a bike. I'm pretty sure you can get the same physical benefits from cycling.ReplyDelete
- Anonymous3/18/2010 05:10:00 PM
That's Dean! Look what I can do! I bet he will write a book all about it!ReplyDelete
Living in the hills of East Tennessee, I have had my share of comments and trash thrown at me on my rides. I can only imagine the target on my back if I were to sport this thing on my country roads.ReplyDelete
Looking at his legs!!! How much fat is on that mans body 3%?? I guess they will sell a lot now considering his influence in the running world.ReplyDelete
- Anonymous3/20/2010 08:26:00 AM
I don't get the point. Why would anyone want to do this?ReplyDelete
Too expensive!!ReplyDelete
I've never even heard of a bike like that! Pretty neat though!ReplyDelete
- Anonymous3/23/2010 07:45:00 AM
That is the dorkiest thing I have ever seen. If I saw some dude coming down the street on that I would get the water balloons ready!ReplyDelete
I already heard about this bike. It's kinda new but it think it's pretty fun though!ReplyDelete
- Anonymous7/21/2014 08:28:00 PM
Flash forward to 2014. Meb Keflezighi, winner of the Boston Marathon, trained using this bike. Sometimes you shouldn't judge on looks alone.ReplyDelete
first time i ever came across a bike looking like that, its looks fun thoughReplyDelete
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