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#128077 - 26/11/2002 10:22 Mini-Meet at CES
maurij
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sounds like a few of us will be at CES in Jan. Would anyone be up for getting together at some point? Perhaps if we ask nicely the Empeg guys could give us a private booth tour or demo of their gear.
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#128078 - 26/11/2002 10:40 Re: Mini-Meet at CES [Re: maurij]
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I already suggested this. I got no reponse (I think).

I will be there Thursday morning. However, I may not go to the show till Friday.
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#128079 - 26/11/2002 11:11 Re: Mini-Meet at CES [Re: maurij]
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I might end up there. It's only about 10 hour drive for me, and being a college student I won't have much to do that week. I havn't really checked it out too much, are there any interesting "educational" conference sessions or are we just talking fun toys to look at?

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#128080 - 26/11/2002 11:17 Re: Mini-Meet at CES [Re: matthew_k]
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It takes about two days just to look at the toys. I have never attended a conference there.
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#128081 - 26/11/2002 15:34 Re: Mini-Meet at CES [Re: maurij]
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We're not exhibiting at CES (SB will be, but not on the show floor). I doubt I'll be there, but if I am I'll let you know.

As Hugo mentioned, we expect that one of our customers will be showing some fun stuff.

Rob

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#128082 - 27/11/2002 07:59 Re: Mini-Meet at CES [Re: matthew_k]
maurij
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There are some conferences, but i'm not certain what the educational value is, more trend discussion for the next 6 months. either way, its more fun to look at the toys
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#128083 - 27/11/2002 08:02 Re: Mini-Meet at CES [Re: robricc]
maurij
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I will be in Vegas on wed night and be at the show thurs and fri. i didn't see your first message rob, but at least we know there are 4 potential empeg owners there. any others?
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#128084 - 27/11/2002 08:05 Re: Mini-Meet at CES [Re: rob]
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Rob, can you disclose who the customer is who will be showing off your "fun" stuff? i'd definitely stop by. i guess i could troll through your press release, but for the sake of time...
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#128085 - 27/11/2002 08:07 Re: Mini-Meet at CES [Re: maurij]
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SONICBlue will be at the Hilton. See here.


Edited by robricc (27/11/2002 08:07)
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#128086 - 27/11/2002 09:41 Re: Mini-Meet at CES [Re: maurij]
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I can't say anything before it is announced elsewhere.

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#128087 - 27/11/2002 11:50 Re: Mini-Meet at CES [Re: rob]
maurij
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I didn't expect a clear response, but interesting never the less. Mind if I speculate? I remember this text being in the EOL press release:

Despite its withdrawal from the aftermarket, SONICblue is now actively working with partners within the automotive industry - car manufacturers, audio component suppliers and existing aftermarket brands - to bring the advances made in SONICblue products such as the Rio car to the wider automotive market. SONICblue recognises that for compressed audio to be widely adopted within the automotive industry, car manufacturers will need to adopt technology which integrates fully into current and future car systems. SONICblue have already developed such a product in partnership with a major component supplier and will continue to push the boundaries of in-car music systems.

any coincidence Mercedes is the only auto maker listed with a booth at CES?

I don't expect a response, because this is probably complete bs, however the mind wanders sometimes.
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#128088 - 27/11/2002 17:10 Re: Mini-Meet at CES [Re: maurij]
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I'll be there on my annual pilgrimage (12th year straight!). This'll be my third year driving, but the first with an Empeg equipped vehicle. YeeHaw!
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#128089 - 27/11/2002 18:12 Re: Mini-Meet at CES [Re: maurij]
Miltoid
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In reply to:

any coincidence Mercedes is the only auto maker listed with a booth at CES?




Don't get your hopes up, Merc had a booth last year too. They were showing cars.
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#128090 - 04/12/2002 18:39 Re: Mini-Meet at CES [Re: robricc]
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Well, hot dog.

I've never been to a CES or COMDEX, but you piqued my interest. I've been sitting on a soon-to-expire $100 apology coupon from Untied, and they had a $210 fare from Seattle, soooo.... $110 for airfare and a hotel room for $45 (Thursday night) +$70 (Friday). I'm gonna do it. I'll have all day Friday and Saturday AM to check it out.
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#128091 - 04/12/2002 19:05 Re: Mini-Meet at CES [Re: jimhogan]
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Cool. I've been thinking of a place to meet since there will be no Rio booth on the show floor. I figure a low-traffic booth would be best. While thinking about last years show, Broksonic had a great booth for this purpose. Check out their 2002 booth:


It was large, empty, easy to spot, and right next to Panasonic (probably the biggest "booth" in the show). So, any other suggestions?
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#128092 - 04/12/2002 19:10 Re: Mini-Meet at CES [Re: robricc]
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I am coming in for the show, staying at Mandalay Bay. I had to back out of the Cincy meet at the last minute due to work obligations, but I am looking forward to meeting everyone from the Empeg community who is in attendance.

Cheers,

Rob

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#128093 - 04/12/2002 19:13 Re: Mini-Meet at CES [Re: RobRoy]
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Mandalay Bay

I am at Circus Circus because I am a cheap-ass.
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#128094 - 04/12/2002 19:18 Re: Mini-Meet at CES [Re: robricc]
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I figure a low-traffic booth would be best.

Wow, that *is* big and empty. No wonder they're going brok.

Well, you are obviously the elder CES spirit guide, so if you want to pick a place to meet up Friday afternoon, you get to pick. I'm sure I would recognize you, and you would no doubt recognize me assuming you bring your opthalmoscope.
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#128095 - 04/12/2002 19:21 Re: Mini-Meet at CES [Re: robricc]
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I am at Circus Circus because I am a cheap-ass.

I am am at the Stratosphere because I am (I think!) an even bigger cheap-ass!
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#128096 - 04/12/2002 19:30 Re: Mini-Meet at CES [Re: jimhogan]
robricc
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OK. There is a company that we buy stuff from that will be exhibiting. I will try and get a floorplan from them to determine who the smallest company with the biggest booth is. Broksonic is going this year, but they may have learned their lesson.

Another potential pick is Home Shopping Network. Last year they were broacasing live from the show floor and nobody really cared to stand around and watch.

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#128097 - 04/12/2002 21:25 Re: Mini-Meet at CES [Re: jimhogan]
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Cool! United, eh? You can fly in on a plane held together with tape!

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#128098 - 05/12/2002 09:40 Re: Mini-Meet at CES [Re: robricc]
maurij
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Excellent, sounds like a mini meet is in the works. i'll be around and am pretty flexible on meeting up. Any empty booth suits me.
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#128099 - 05/12/2002 21:06 Re: Mini-Meet at CES [Re: maurij]
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I may have to show up too... Only a 5-6 hour drive for me... (SLC) Plus it would be my first road trip with my empeg!

edit/addon: I have never attended one of these. Looking at the application I was wondering. Is it free to attend, and wander the booths? Then you pay for the extra stuff, as in training sessions? Thanks for the newbie questions.


Edited by waterman981 (05/12/2002 21:37)
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#128100 - 05/12/2002 21:44 Re: Mini-Meet at CES [Re: Terminator]
jimhogan
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Cool! United, eh? You can fly in on a plane held together with tape!

Tape is the exception, not the rule (I hope!)

I wish UA all the best -- hope they can emerge form bankruptcy like Continental.

In the meantime, I am working my butt off trying to turn ~600K frequent flyer miles into paper tickets before the bankruptcy judge decides that they should be exchanged for S&H Green Stamps!

Hey, anybody on the board from Copenhagen? Just got a ticket there...
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#128101 - 05/12/2002 21:49 Re: Mini-Meet at CES [Re: Waterman981]
jimhogan
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Looking at the application I was wondering. Is it free to attend, and wander the booths? Then you pay for the extra stuff, as in training sessions?

I found this CES web site and filled out the form. I hope that when I get home I will find a free pass in my mailbox. Yes, it looks like the exhibits-only pass is free.
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#128102 - 05/12/2002 22:07 Re: Mini-Meet at CES [Re: jimhogan]
robricc
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Keep in mind that they require to see a photo ID and and business card to pick up your pass and/or badge holder. I just made a couple up on a laser printer last year which worked fine.
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#128103 - 05/12/2002 22:21 Re: Mini-Meet at CES [Re: robricc]
jimhogan
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I just made a couple up on a laser printer last year which worked fine.

Thanks for that tip, really.

Jim Hogan
Chief Didliology Officer
Substandard Component Technologies

Whaddya think?
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#128104 - 05/12/2002 22:29 Re: Mini-Meet at CES [Re: jimhogan]
robricc
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Well, if those are the credentials you signed up with, go for it!
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#128105 - 05/12/2002 23:36 Re: Mini-Meet at CES [Re: robricc]
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Keep in mind that they require to see a photo ID and and business card to pick up your pass and/or badge holder.

vistaprint has free business cards (pay for shipping) if you need it.

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#128106 - 13/12/2002 08:38 Re: Mini-Meet at CES [Re: robricc]
robricc
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I have the floor plan for CES in front of me. It seems that Broksonic's booth may be a wise choice.
  • It is in the main hall
  • It is large
  • If last year is any indication, it will be relatively empty.

    The booth number is 11343 and it's 50'x60'. If anyone has another suggestion, I can look it up on the floor plan. Unfortunately, I cannot easily look at a booth and tell who is occupying it.
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