Re: law and image

2002-10-23 Thread Pdgsurvey
Folks: It's been my experience, as an insurance investigator, that the standard has become whether or not the photographer can testify as to the authenticity of the photograph. That the substance of the photograph has not been compromised, They, the judges and atorney's, do not appear to be

Re: law and image

2002-10-23 Thread Pdgsurvey
My meaning of the original, I've been told, is the first photo as it exists on the negative or the disk. Thaks for asking. Paul G.

Re: Battery Life SF-10

2002-07-14 Thread Pdgsurvey
Typical when left on. Had the same problem with mine and have learned to turn it off when not in use, Then the batteries seem to last an adeqaute amount of time. Never really needed to measure how long, sorry. Paul G. Milwaukee - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To

Re: OT: What to see in Milwaukee

2002-07-03 Thread Pdgsurvey
William: When he gets here, have him call me and I could give him an itinerary of things to do. Right now Summerfest is going on, with all the music, ethnic foods and drinks that go with it. Virtually every weekend there is another ethnic festival and that continues through to October.

Re: Dumb eBay question

2002-05-27 Thread Pdgsurvey
Yup! Paul G. - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org .

Re: Uhhhhh...crack smoker?

2002-04-12 Thread Pdgsurvey
Folks: FYI Wrote a note to this gentlemen, and tried to be friendly, regarding questions on this issue and a brief, to the best of my knowledge, note about the caps, K mounts and availability. He did reply, friendly, and indicated that he had received two other messages on the same topic.

Re: Deal of the century!!!

2002-04-07 Thread Pdgsurvey
Interesting. Had the exact same lens, w/2x extender, on Ebay for a week and the best bid was $20. Can't sell it for that, I think. Anyway, auction is now closed. Sounds exactly like my lens description. Paul G. - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to

Re: O T Venting anger with chain store

2002-03-29 Thread Pdgsurvey
I always start with the floor manager and work my way up from there. Gotta make sure though that you hold up the other paying customers and make your complaint verbal enough for others to hear. A standard ploy, that was taught in management school, is to get you off to the side, out of ear

Re: O T Venting anger with chain store

2002-03-29 Thread Pdgsurvey
Chris: My apologies for not being clear. I was assuming that the floor clerk was already out of the equation. Around here, most floor clerks automatically pass you to the floor manager the moment you've got a complaint. It's been my experience that not being belligerent does work,

Macro question

2002-02-28 Thread Pdgsurvey
To all: For years, I've been using a Pentax 50mm 1:2 coupled to a Vivitar 2x macro focusing teleconverter for detailed close-up photography of broken gear, aluminum castings and serial number documentation Results have been pretty good so far Any suggestions for improvement? I have seen a

Speaking of Cats ... and worhsip

2002-02-10 Thread Pdgsurvey
At one time someone once quoted an old saying: The problem with cats is that the Pharaoh's and Egyptians worshipped them as gods, and to this day, they (the cats) don't let us forget it. Paul G. Milw., Wi. - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to

Re: Speaking of Cats ... and thinking

2002-02-08 Thread Pdgsurvey
Anyone whose ever watched a cat stalk its prey, mouse, ant, squirrel, bird, etc... can't help believing that they have the ability to not only think, but to plan short range. Just like dogs, maybe better, and I've had both. Paul Gutkowski - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List.

Re: OT: Canceling my EBay auction (advice sought)

2002-01-29 Thread Pdgsurvey
Paul: After completing over 200 transactions via Ebay, here's my 2 cents worth Yes, your name will now be mud. You and the buyer broke a number of Ebay rules regarding transactions. I'd suggest you may receive some sort of sanction, but, being the first time there should be some mercy.

Re: And you thought _you_ hated UPS - some thoughts

2001-11-16 Thread Pdgsurvey
In a message dated 11/15/2001 8:51:38 PM Central Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: http://homepage.mac.com/simonster/PhotoAlbum3.html Bill: This is not necessarily intended to defend UPS, but I noticed that there was little or no packing material or support , styrofoam,

Re: Will this work??

2001-10-21 Thread Pdgsurvey
But it does work. It's only meant to sound a warning, not be the cure. Paul Gutkowski - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org .

Re: Photos from around the world

2001-09-16 Thread Pdgsurvey
Interesting. Last night (09/15) these photos were accessible. Now, just a coupla minutes ago, access is forbidden. Any clues what happened? Paul Gutkowski - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to

Re: World Trade Center burning

2001-09-11 Thread Pdgsurvey
Both towers have now collapsed Paul Gutkowski - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org .

Re: MZ-S in Madison or Milwaukee, WI area?

2001-07-12 Thread Pdgsurvey
In Milwaukee I can help Check with Crivello's in Brookfield on Bluemound Road. I have had some success there with K mount stuff. Also, Art's Camera Plus in West Allis on Hwy 100 and Oklahoma. They're my usual source and quite knowledgeable, if you go during the day. Ask for Kevin or Tony

This is a test - no msg's on 06/16/01?

2001-06-16 Thread Pdgsurvey
Find it unlikely that there are no messages on this date. So testing to see if it works. Thanks for your patience. Paul Gutkowski

Re: More Cat Pics

2001-05-27 Thread Pdgsurvey
From some of our experience.if that cat has as much attitude as it is displaying, the first dog to break ranks it would probably whoop it's butt and teach it a lesson. Especially if it is armed with claws. At that point in time, the other dogs would either "sit up and take notice" or the

Re: Ebay Negative Feedback OT

2001-05-04 Thread Pdgsurvey
Ryan: There's nothing preventing him from sending negative feedback about you. Comments should be explained and you have a chance to offer an explanation that gets attached to the negative feedback. A deadbeat buyer is a deadbeat buyer and should be noted accordingly. Have you contacted the

Re: Subject: Re: temperature range of MZ-5N (OT)

2001-05-02 Thread Pdgsurvey
Interestingly enough, my ZX-5n and my ME Super, both had an operational life of approximately 20 minutes at -25 degrees F. Had to take photos of product for an insurance investigation in an ice cream freezer. Despite keeping the cameras against my body for warmth, they ceased to function after

Re: Curing Lens Envy (a URL) - Maybe OT

2001-04-11 Thread Pdgsurvey
Question: As sent to me this date: From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] (Kevin Thornsberry) File: Unknown (2496 bytes) DL Time (5 bps): 1 minute Why does someone send a message, with a download attached, that has a heading as "Unknown"? Hasn't this list been attacked by enough viruses?

Re: Date backs

2001-02-20 Thread Pdgsurvey
Date backs make interesting notes for where and when an event took place. It seems that once you start using them, they become almost indispensable. I use mine, on my ZX-5n in the insurance industry to document where and when and to justify my "time on site" billing information. Always an

Re: Reversing Rings?

2001-01-28 Thread Pdgsurvey
This might be a wild thought, but, you're local camera store. That's where I get mine and they're not expensive. Those that I've seen for auction/for sale, have been equal or greater in cost than at the local supplier. Just food for thought Paul Gutkowski

Good luck with KEH

2001-01-24 Thread Pdgsurvey
I have also had very good experiences with KEH. I like to believe that I'm an informed consumer, and with the help of this list, I have purchased a number of lenses and an SF-10, for a specific purpose series of photos, that have been in al least as good or better than condition as described

Re: Focusing Light

2001-01-16 Thread Pdgsurvey
Have had limited success with moth a Mag light or a laser pointer attached to the bottom of the camera body with the use of velcro adhesive. Doesn't always works, but often enough. Paul Gutkowski

ZX-5n question

2001-01-14 Thread Pdgsurvey
What's the difference between the ZX-5 and the ZX-5n? Just had my bag and equipment stolen and am beginning the hunt for replacement items. If I ever catch the hoodlums Paul Gutkowski

Re: OT: web page question

2001-01-05 Thread Pdgsurvey
Ran into that problem a couple of months ago, when every site I entered gave me the same problem. The problem is in three corrupted .dll files. You have to call Microsoft and get the fix. It involves erasing three files and reloading the files from your original disk. Do not call AOL or your