Scanning the scene...
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The underground heavy metal scene at the beginning of the `80s was one of incredible excitement and no band had more of an impact on heavy rock than Metallica. 1983 was certainly a magical year for metal as bands such as Slayer, Mercyful Fate and Metallica all released debut LPs.  Listening to these records now makes one wonder just how unbelievable this scene was in its earliest days. `Kill `Em All' may not be Metallica's greatest album but it is my personal favorite and is often (and should be) recognized as one of the best debut LPs ever. James Hetfield, Lars Ulrich, Cliff Burton and recent addition Kirk Hammett (who replaced disgruntled and borderline psychotic future Megadeth mastermind Dave Mustaine) almost quite literally set the world on fire with a relentless assault on the senses - firing on all cylinders, and amplifiers set at 11. "Seek and Destroy", "The Four Horsemen", "Whiplash", "Hit the Lights"  and "Metal Militia" are all classic metal monsters that fans know by heart and even casual listeners recognize. Other gems include Cliff's bass solo ("Anesthesia"), "No Remorse", "Phantom Lord" and "Motorbreath"- the latter song and obvious nod to Metallica's NWOBHM roots. At the tender ages of 20 or so, the band was already including the wicked time changes and variances in tempo that would soon make them world famous. A true landmark in heavy metal - `Kill `Em All' was a rallying cry for a metal underground that would soon take over the world - choose your fate and die!
4651249
The range and magnification is not very large but enough for an amatur to view images about half a kilometer away.
58362
I was lucky enough to receive this scanner for Christmas, and have been very pleased with it.  It's probably better than what I would have purchased myself, as I don't do that much scanning, just a few photos now and then.  But I was amazed by the superb quality of scans, and the ease of use of the scanner.  The software wasn't that hard to use.  Basically, scan everything at 50%, leave all of the other settings alone, and you should be good to go (100% images are HUGE).
The only negative about this scanner is that sometimes the scan light (the one inside the scanner, not the LED on the front)stays on, indefinitely.  To get around this I pull out the power cord if I don't plan to use it for a while... no power switch... because I don't want the light to burn out.  Other than that, it's a great scanner.  Combined with my HP-5550 printer, I can make perfect copies of anything, including photos.
1292234
SO cool.  turned my phone into a microscope camera.... so that I could finish a presentation.  :)

I love having this in the lab...  I don't have to run down the hall to use a multi-scope in a communal area.  :)

I might have control issues.

:)
996752
It's only takes about three seconds to scan a page. The results are very accurate with sharp contrast. It amazes family and friends with it's accuracy.
4392083
Much of the information put into GIS systems presents a view from overhead. This obviously lends itself to generating that data from overhead imagery collected by airplane or satellite. This book presents a good introduction of collecting and more important, using this kind of data.

As you might guess from the title, the book is aimed at the manager who is trying to get information from the GIS system/department. About half the book is on the sensors and sensor platforms. This includes not only sensors that operate in visible light, but also light in other frequencies such as infrared, and active sensors such as sonar, radar and lidar. Chapter 12 is on the applicatiosn of remote sensing within the specific firlds of agriculture, forestry, geology, meteorology, oceanography, climatology, archaeology, military and other areas including business intelligence.

Being a businessman, I was surprised at the infomation available from imagry. There is an overhead picture of a container port. Over time it shows that the loading/unloading cranes haven't moved and that a line of containers has been shown in photographs for some months. Perhaps this is an indication of deteriorating business conditions. Other images show new production buildings being built in an industrial plant indicating improving conditions.

Most of the book is by Stan Aronoff, but he has called on other experts for selected chapters. Fascinating book.
3861243
When looks closely, there is some unnatural  marks all over the paper. So when the photo is high definition, it looks not really.
4719779
This book tests your attention to detail.  At first glance, many of the pictures seem to be something they're not, which requires a second, more patient look.  Noticing things like fingerprints and head hair as opposed to the other options our imagination tends to grab hold of first.  This book is tasteful, inspiring and something much deeper than just a "second glance".  I'd recommend it to everybody who enjoys a visual challenge.
4265100
The scanner is vary basic. I scanned more then a thousand black and white negatives and the quality is good. The internal lens is sharp enough for 14MP sensor in the center of the image but gets a bit softer toward the edges. The image is still reasonable though. I didn't scan many color negatives so I can't speak about the color reproduction. Overal this is a good product for the money.
975864
At last a magnifier that allows you to see half a page at a time--no more scanning line by line with your head oscillating back and forth.  Also surprisingly light despite its large size..
3125219
The Scanning is OK on this unit.  For the price I paid it is a good product. If I were to buy another one I may spend a bit more money and get one that has more functions.  But like I said for the price I paid it is very nice.
1602334
I found this unit to be quite useful; it's very sensitive and sometimes the object being examined can be difficult to find and bring into focus. However it's handy for identifying tiny insects that you can hardly see with the naked eye. A reasonably good product.
736263
Great for looking at things with. I've got a nosey neighbor who needs to be reminded that two can play this game.
2059039
maybe it was 1000's. this is a fast way to quickly sort through slides for scanning or whatever. have a magifier handy as well. i changed the light to two flouescents to create less heat and even out the light. i will try to attach a picture.
4892884
Visiting the area and this book gave me ideas of places to search out images to see for myself. Will take the book with me as a resource.
4857564
Great for taking on trips, and for scanning pictures.  The only negative is that when scanning a PDF file each page is stored as a separate file.
2521888
This takes you to the heart of what ever you are checking out, no matter how small it may be.