xenobuzz

Awesome!  Thanks!

Dave

Hey, all!

So uTorrent worked like a charm and I now have Dark Jedi's Star Wars V3 ready to go.  I've never used ImgBurn before, and I'd deeply appreciate it if those of you in the know could provide a link or two to webpages that describe the preparation and burning process with LOTS of graphics!

I'm stoked to view my first fan preservation!

Dave

Hey, all!

So I'm all set to give dark_jedi's preservations a try, but I'm not sure which Torrent program to use?  Which one would you suggest?

Just in case this info may be pertinent, I'm running:

Windows 7 Ultimate SP1 32-bit
AMD Phenom II x4 955 Processor 3.20 Ghz
4.0 GB RAM (3.24 GB usable)
ATI Radeon HD 6800 series

Thanks!

Dave S.

Thanks, Cobra Kai & djchaseb!

I saw the thread for Dark Jedi's versions and they sound great!  I just got an account on MySpleen, but now my challenge is to download the files and burn them correctly.  I've never done this before.  I'm assuming that I can ask at the MySpleen forums for details on this?

I was also wondering about the lovely DVD inserts pictured in his post.  They are GORGEOUS.  Does anyone know if those files included in the download?  If not, how would I go about obtaining them?

Dave S.

none said:

One thing missing from your description is what version of the Star Wars films are you interested in seeing?  If you are not sure of the version, mention the key elements which are important to you or the things you'd rather not see.

Thank you for pointing that out!  The versions I'd like to see are the ones originally shown in theaters, warts and all.  Eventually I'd LOVE to be able to pick and choose certain versions of all three films, since there were some SE shots and/or added effects that I liked.

However, right now I just want to take a trip down memory lane with my old friends.  There's plenty of time to pick and choose other versions later on.

Dave S.

Greetings, all!

I’ve only been a member of this site for about a month, and so far it’s been a bit difficult to locate someone who could provide me with an invite to obtain preservations of the OT.

I have the Special Wide Screen Edition Stereo Extended Play laserdiscs from 1989, the THX Widescreen Edition VHS boxed set (the all black one with Vader’s helmet on the front), and the Special Edition DVD’s with the OT’s on the Bonus disc so there’s no question as to my paid ownership of the films.

My TV is a Panasonic Tau that can display up to 1080i, but my DVD player is a Sony from 2000.  So I’m looking for the best preservation for this hardware setup.  I don’t need a 5.1 surround mix since I don’t have a surround system.  My neighbors in my apartment building don’t need to hear what I’m watching!  😃

Just a good stereo mix will do.  I’m researching Blu-Ray players for when Harmy is finished with his AVCHD versions, but I’d like to learn how to use Imgburn now so that I’ll have some experience for the future.

I’d very much appreciate any info or PM’s!

Dave S.

I really appreciate all the feedback, gentlemen!  I also appreciate the gentleness while I accustom myself to the etiquette and rules of this particular circle of fans.  Of course, I meant no insult to Harmy or anyone by using the term Fan Edit.  I've only been a member for a couple of days (as I said) and I'm still getting my feet wet.

I browsed the Fan Project list and there are some amazing and tantalizing works there!  I was especially excited to see "The Keep" on the list, I haven't seen that movie in ages and I'd love to see it again.  Do I need to create a separate account for the fan edits page even though it falls under the original trilogy site?

This is the TV we have:

http://catalog2.panasonic.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/PremiumsModelDetail?storeId=11251&catalogId=11005&itemId=71188&catGroupId=11071&modelNo=CT-30WX54

It goes up to 1080i, so it seems to me that we'd get a pretty good picture with a Blu-Ray player.  I guess I'll have to start researching Blu-Ray players now.  What models would you personally recommend? 

Ah, I see!  It's just as well that I wait for v2 of Harmy's work, as it'll give me time to research how to get his work to work on my equipment!  My DVD player is a Sony DVP-S360:

http://www.amazon.com/Sony-DVP-S360-CD-DVD-Player/dp/B00004U3BV

I can't find any info on the Amazon listing regarding AVCHD compatibility.  Does this mean it won't work or is there another way to find this information?  It's a pretty old unit, from 2000 according to the manual!

Dave S.

Greetings, programs!

I found my way to this site via a blog that had a VERY captivating picture of three Blu-Ray cases with very nice custom printed inserts of Harmy’s Despecialized versions. Like many of you, I was lucky to see all the original films in their original forms in the theaters as a young boy.  When I saw the picture of the Blu-Ray fan edits, I got VERY excited and joined this site.

I very much want to gather information about how to obtain these versions.  I don’t have a Blu-Ray player, and don’ t have any plans to get one.  I also don’t have an HD DVD player.  Just a regular Sony machine.  However, my TV has 1080i resolution, so I’m thinking I could have a pretty nice, sharp and rich colored viewing experience.  I have a DVD burner in my PC.  Harmy recommended ImgBurn as the program to use to create the DVD’s.  I’m pretty sure I can figure out how to use the program.  However, I’m not sure how to begin looking for the versions that I want.

I desire to see the original films, restored and properly formatted with no fixes with the possible exception of the following:

• matte lines around spaceships removed or softened

• that one shot in the final duel between Vader and Kenobi where the rotoscoping is almost completely missing from Kenobi’s saber and you can actually see the rod spinning.

I don’t really care about any special features or commentary.  There doesn’t even have to be a menu on the DVD.  Just as long as I can take that trip down a very familiar memory lane with all the bright colors, sharpness and widescreen glory I’ll be REALLY happy!

This whole arena is new to me, so I’d very much appreciate any advice and/tips on how to proceed.

Thanks very much!

Dave S.