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    ID please

    At first I thought I saw another small spider in the wash-hand basin, but after enticing it on to a piece of paper, on closer inspection it appeared to be a miniature scorpion - it was only about 1.5-2mm long. Any suggestions? Roger
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    Free Kaspersky Internet Security

    After recently buying the Kaspersky Internet Security software (£15.94 incl. p & p from a well-known auction site), I have just logged onto Barclays Internet Banking, and there is a free offer of the same software now available. This software has had some very good revues, and is recommended by...
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    Do you know of any Nesting Blackbirds NOW?

    Does anyone know of any instance of Blackbirds that are currently nesting in the United Kingdom? Exact location is not required, just name of town or village (in or near). Also, do you remember the last Blackbird nesting dates in recent years (just the month would suffice)? Thanks in advance...
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    Another Disaster

    Does anyone remember the thread from almost 3 years ago entitled Disaster started by birdforum member Reader ? see :-http://www.birdforum.net/showthread.php?t=35887&highlight=destruction It appears that history has repeated itself in the village where I live here in South Lincolnshire. I only...
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    Computer Power-On Switch problem

    I have been using my self-built computer (with an Asus Motherboard and Windows XP Operating System) since December 2004, and have had no serious problems until a few weeks ago. When trying to start up, by pressing the power switch button, sometimes it will start straight away, but mostly needs...
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    Would you like something to smile about?

    I recently upgraded my Symantec Systemworks and Personal Firewall software to later versions, and subsequently could not send or receive emails. After trying for a few days to retrieve the situation, using the on-line assistance on their web-site, and failed, I contacted Tiscali for advice via...
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    Is this an Orange Underwing?

    Among the many moths attracted to our patio door glass, this one appeared yesterday evening. I tried to match it to some pics. on UKmoths, and the nearest was under Geometridae. Roger
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    FREE - Nikon D-SLR CD-ROM - FREE

    Would anyone like the "Nikon Understanding Your D-SLR" CD-ROM that was with this week's copy of AP magazine? It gives details of the D50 and D70s cameras. I will post it FREE to the first person to PM me. (I am a Canon D-SLR owner, in addition to a Nikon 5600 that I used to take this pic.) :)...
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    Use of Angle Finder with long Telephoto Lens

    Does anyone have experience of using an Angle Finder on a digital SLR fitted with a long Telephoto/Zoom lens? I have a Canon EOS 350D (EOS Digital Rebel XT) plus a Sigma 50-500mm APO EX DG HSM lens. I would hope the extra variable magnification of the Canon C Angle finder would assist focusing...
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    New Canon Powershot A620 camera

    Does anyone have any views on the potential suitability of the new Canon A620 for digiscoping? It could be a useful successor to the popular A95 due to it's 7.1MP sensor, 4x optical zoom and slightly larger (2 inch) LCD screen. See :-...
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    ID for attractive moth please

    I have searched for a match to this picture, but could not find one. Could anyone help please? Roger
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    Two moths for ID please

    After some time since I lasted requested some ID help, I have photographed two moths recently. The small, predominately green one was on the wall in our hall, and the white one with black spots was one of two identical moths in the garage after dark. Thanks! Roger
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    Adaptor for Canon A95/Swaro ATS80HD now completed

    I have recently finished a new adaptor for my Canon A95 camera and Swarovski ATS80HD with a 20-60x zoom eye-piece. I have incorporated an integral bracket to support a red-dot sight. A stepping-ring is glued to the end of the adaptor to accept the Canon LA-DC52D adaptor. There is a small piece...
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    Additional Hard Drive - (first started by Leif)

    Last month I added an additional hard drive (Maxtor 160GB-7200-8MB cache), identical to the the original, in a new set-up that I built last December. At the first attempt to use it, the drive would not spin, and was subsequently replaced under warranty (no explanation and no apology was...
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    That was a good feed!

    Last Saturday 18th.Sept., on our Sunflower Hearts feeder, a very young Goldfinch appeared to be fast asleep - has anyone seen this behaviour before? I took this photograph from about 18 inches away. Roger
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    Moth ID Please

    Another ID request, please, from my large moth trap (surface adjacent to wall-lights in lounge). I am sorry that my camera does not take sharp close-up shots. Thanks!, Roger
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    Small Moth ID - please

    As a complete dumbo on moth/butterfly ID's, could someone please put a name to this pretty little moth? (2.1cm wingspan) Many thanks! I transferred the moth from a window glass to paper before taking a photo' , but after about half an hour on the window sill the moth died; is it possible that...
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    Canon Powershot G6 - 7.1 Megapixel

    Does anyone have any predictions re. the suitability of the newly announced Canon Powershot G6 for digiscoping. With 7.1 Mp and f2.0 lens, it seems quite interesting. There is a description on "Steve's Digicams" web-site:- http://www.steves-digicams.com/diginews.html#g6 Roger
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    Useful Screen Image utility

    If you have the need to record a screen image, there is a freeware utility :- "Gadwin Printscreen v 2.6" at www.gadwin.com Roger
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    Mystery Formation on Grass

    Firstly, I am not sure if this the correct category to include this thread, but it seemed the closest out of all the options. Can anyone identify this formation (pics. below) that appears overnight in small patches on my small lawn grass in the (south facing) back garden. Is it a fungi or maybe...
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    Swarovski ATS80HD eye-pieces

    Originally posted within "Andy Bright's Digiscoping Forum" :- Does anyone have experience of the new 45xWW eye-piece and the 20-60x zoom used with the ATS80HD 'scope? Is there a very noticable performance difference, compared to the mid-range setting of the 20-60x zoom eye-piece? Ultimately...
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    Swarovski ATS80HD eye-pieces

    Does anyone have experience of the new 45xWW eye-piece and the 20-60x zoom used with the ATS80HD 'scope? Is there a very noticable performance difference, compared to the mid-range setting of the 20-60x zoom eye-piece? Ultimately, is the 45xWW eye-piece worth the price of around £200? Roger
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    Canon G5

    Does anyone have experience of the new Canon G5? Is it as good as the magazine reports protray? Roger
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    Canon G5 Camera (for digiscoping?)

    Has anyone tried (or know someone who has) the Canon G5 camera for digiscoping? I believe it is very similar to the Canon G3 (that a few members use for digiscoping quite successfully), but I am not sure how well it would perform in comparison. Roger
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    Bracket for Cameras without filter thread or are heavy

    I now have my fabricated bracket (as mentioned in copy of previous posting shown below). This is designed to accomodate my still and video cameras, that are not suitable for use with the tube type adaptors. ---------------------- (copy) Hello Steve, It appears we...
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