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sentencing hearing for serial killer

Posted By: justme on 2005-08-18
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Did anyone watch the sentencing hearing yesterday and today on that nut job, Dennis Rader?  I watched both days through the internet.  OMG, what a sick puppy that man, or should I say monster, is.  Gave me the willies watching but I was fascinated by the detectives detailing everything and the evidence they showed.  Sure glad he is under lock and key for the rest of his life.


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TG doesn't use dongles. The serial number only works on 1 computer, so a new serial

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news videos and Rader sentencing

Go to MSN.com.  On the left three quarters down the page it says news videos.  When you click on that a box comes up with all little boxes of the days news videos and the past week.  There was a box to click for sentencing hearings for Rader live.  When I clicked the whole page was the court room.  Yesterday it lasted eight hours.  Today it lasted about six hours.  Check out MSN.com and the news videos.  They have today show videos, Meet the Press videos, news videos, MSNBC videos, music videos, funny videos, INXS weekly videos from the show. 


You can't say this boy is a killer when you have heard of no
evidence to prove that. This is a foreign country, where the laws are different. Their laws let them keep people w/o evidence for up to 6 months as long as they keep going back ever so often asking a judge for it. They have said publically that there is no evidence, just that he was the last person to be seen w/ her. He could have harmed her and I'm not saying he didn't, just that there is no evidence to say that he did and in America we shouldn't be convicting someone in public opinion without evidence. I feel sad for the family and her too but no one knows what happened and if that boy did anything to her.
How can his killer live with himself??
It blows my mind that this loser still exists somewhere on the planet. May he have many more decades in his tiny cell rotting away...
The pressure of it is the killer. sm

You need support, a support system. You need to take control, change your perception of "they are making me do this" to "I can do this for me" not the insurance company. Your mind is where this will work. You do have the power. It is up to you. Decide on a plan with support from good people, a doctor, a group, talk to people who have done it. But first yourself. Talk to yourself. We'll be listening. Good luck!
I just saw the video of JonBenet's killer and
it deeply sickens me to think that this was the last face she saw before she died.  May her sweet little soul rest in peace with her mother.
The BTK killer was also respected member of
x
I think the father of the killer should be shamed publically
instead of Natalee's mother.  The father of the boy is a lawyer.  He is arrested because why????????  That isn't normal if there is no evidence, nothing going on.  He says no body/no crime.  What kind of father would say that?  He is obviously not right in the head nor is his son.  They don't keep people in jail without some kind of evidence either.  And if my daughter was missing and the father of the suspect was saying things like no body no crime, I might get a little crazy too.  I would probably be over there kicking some ***, not just talking about it on TV.  Believe me, she is handling great compared to some. 
I've never seen mixed acute care & clinic at the same time. That's a production killer for sur
s
Serial vs USB

Can anyone tell me the difference between a USB port wave pedal and a serial port wave pedal?  I noticed that some company platforms are not compatible with the serial port.  Is this true for most companies?  Just purchased a serial port pedal and I think I might have made a mistake


Thanks


USB vs serial
I am ordering Gearplayer as I am getting my first digital account -- if I have both serial and USB available is one better over the other?  Yea I am a little backwards ini this part of the program. 
Can also purchas a USB to 9 pin (serial)
a whole foot pedal. I just bought one and I can work on 2 different computers with only 1 foot pedal and very little hassle moving it.
She already has a 9-pin pedal, but no serial
port.  The 15-pin game port adapter is available in stores, I have bought 3 through 2 different Radio Shack stores in 2 different cities.  It might not be stock for every store, but certainly can be found locally and you can check the stock in your local stores so you don't make a trip for nothing.  
Serial ports
I have a dino of a computer tower but I keep it because it has all the old stuff on and just keep adding newer things to it. Someday it will exploded lol. I'll keep my fingers crossed for the Dynex adapter!
Where to get a DB9 serial footpedal?

I'm needing a serial DB9 foot pedal ASAP but can't afford to spend $70+ on it right now.  I have an ad on the Classifieds board but I don't think I can wait for someone to reply to me. 


Anyone have any ideas where to get one reasonably priced and quick?  I already tried ebay and I found one for $54 but that means waiting for the auction to expire, then shipping.


I use USB Serial Adapter.
I have a laptop with only USB, so when I had to go escription I got a 9-pin serial adapter (About $30 at radioshack 26-183 is the catalog number) and plugged a serial (9-pin) foot pedal into it. I will also note that the 9-pin foot pedal will work with any of the other programs I have ever used, so I don't have 2 foot pedals on my computer.
That would be great if you could check on the serial #....
I was wondering about the Dyson and the Oreck.  How was the Oreck?  I need something that will last and really pick up.  I don't mind cleaning them out on a regular basis but EVERY SINGLE TIME we vacuum we have to do something to get it to pick up...We are not THAT messy...lol...And I am conservative to make sure nothing major is on the floor before vacuuming...THANKS!
Are you saying you have a serial foot pedal but need a USB one????

Maybe I misunderstood. If that is the case... Search serial to USB adapters.  There are a bunch of places that sell them.  I had to get one when I first got my new computer.  (that was many foot pedals ago). Now I just buy USB ones.


 


HTH 


I bought a USB to serial adaptor at Best Buy
my job requires the 9 pin serial foot pedal and I got the adaptor for about $40 I think, and it works great.
I just bought the opposite serial to usb converter. You would think they would have the other way
too.
WAV pedal/serial port question.
I work for an MTSO  that uses a pedal with a serial plug, and my lap top does not have a serial port, so  have plugged it into a USB adapter. The dictation is coming across has somewhat "hesitant"--there are pauses at times and I really have to bash the pedal to get it going again (the pedal works just fine if I use it on the MTSO's computer, which I don't want to keep doing--I need to be portable with my lap top). The tech people haven't been too motivated to help; I can only use my own computer if I don't require tech support, though I'm told many people do it successfully.

Anyway, bottom line, the adapter is showing up in Com-Port 4, and the tech says it needs to be in 1, though I can't get any further advise. When the adapter is plugged in, the MTSO's software shows a drop down menu for ComPort 3 or 4; there is no 1.  Any suggestions from any of you tech geniuses out there?? Oh, I also have a USB pedal from another service, but that is showing up in ComPort 3 and won't work at all.
My only issue was trying to use a 9-pin serial foot pedal
I had to have an adapter for the 9-pin to go to a USB but it never would work right. Other than that, I think if your using a 15-pin or USB foot pedal you should be fine. I ended up buying a "portable" computer from Dell. It is about the size of a Dorland's dictionary and I just bubble wrap it and my monitor in my suitcase and take it. Not as compact as the laptop but I like it better because I can set it up in hotels etc.. and it is just like being at home. Good luck to you
I use an adapter, but mine is game port and not serial. I

didn't need any drivers for it to work.    Have you tried rebooting? 


Then I am wrong and it is Editscript that works only with a serial port, sorry! nm
nm
Contact their local police dept with serial numbers.
You can report this as theft of property and have warrants issued.

Or, add the current value (when you sent the equipment to them) to their earnings statement at the end of the year so they must pay taxes on it and write it off your books as payment for services.


or contact Bytescribe and request that the Product Serial Number be reset so that you can register o
didnt fit

If you have exceeded this number of registrations, you will need to purchase a new license or contact Bytescribe and request that the Product Serial Number be reset so that you can register online.

HEARING
I have noticed a hearing change.  But it is weird as my hearing is better in my right ear where I listen to the dictation.  It is my LEFT ear that isn't so good anymore.  I guess old age is catching up with me; unfortunately, in many ways, not just one !!
hearing
the latest buzz about hearing and earphones was more related to ear buds that fit in your ear, which puts it much closer to your tympanic membranes.
hearing
Have a hearing problem, anyone know if or where I can get a headset specifically for hearing deficit.
you should be hearing from them again soon.
nm
hearing
Get your ears checked. Mine accumulate ear wax regularly and there is a huge difference when the wax is removed. Good luck!
Losing hearing
Does anybody else feel that over time their hearing has deteriorated due to the constant noise from wearing headphones?
hearing same from mine.

I have head the same from my 15 year old son who plays both competitive travel ice hockey and high school.


Last season he told me the same thing, he is burning out, hockey is 10 months on his travel team. We start in Sept and don't finish until end of Mar.


I just listened to his reasons why and then explained to him that if he wanted to stop the travel hockey because its just too much OK, but he should continue to play for his school.  I explained to him that high school is such a short time in his life and to make the most fun of it.  His friends and family that come to what him play are OK with his decision. 


He thought about it for a while and just last week came started and he is now playing both. I asked him what changed.  He just said he needed some down time and now he's ready to go.  Thank God it a short season at this time. Aug to Nov and Nov to Feb. 


Don't get to down on him, he may pick up some other sport he finds challenging.


PS - He also went out for track and field for his HS team.


hearing loss
Has anyone noticed a loss of hearing over years of MT work? A new report on the news says that continuous use of head sets can cause hearing loss. I have noticed it (and tinnitus) among me and my MT friends. Anyone else?
Hearing problems
I got of of this work because of the problems with hearing loss and tinnitus. It got so bad I was affecting my balance. I miss the work, keep up with the board, may do a little transcription, but not for long periods. I can not longer deal with it. I too am 45, but due to the hearing problems sometimes feel older. My hearing is flucutates. Had to purchase a hearing aid, the right one for my problem cost $2481.97 (for one) and the Insurance company did not pay one penny for it.
hearing loss
After 30 years in this job, yes my hearing is REAL bad! I'm going to start pricing hearing-aids this month, mightly only be able to afford one. Insurance companies - if they are generous might pay for one - if you work at GM I'm told. I'm certain this job has accelerated a natural aging phenomenon. I'm hoping to make it another 5 years. I can't interview for another line of work if I can't hear the interviewer!
I look forward to hearing more
...especially about satellite connectivity. That is my big issue at the moment. We have high-speed, business-grade satellite with Direcway, but some companies cannot work with this. Do you know if DRC can?
Wonder how many MTs have hearing problems sm
I notice on lots of these reports I have to crank up the volume to catch the nuances of crappy dictators with poor sound quality. Then there are the reports that are cranked up because the dictator is talking very softly, only to BONK! COME IN WITH A LOUD NOISE or adjusted volume on his end.

My concern is what this is going to do to my hearing over the long run. Anybody have ideas or similar concerns? Probably a study of MTs has never been done, but I bet it would show hearing loss.
I too have hearing problems.

I guess the little felt covers were irritating my ears as I would have many ear infections a year.  2 years ago I switched to earphones that go over my ears now, looks funky but no ear infections and sound is great.  Take care


I'm so tired of hearing this.
I'm so tired of hearing MT's talk about how they're slaves to their jobs.Don't you think everyone's a slave to their job in every field.Do you think MT'g is the only career path that has so called slaves.Do you think there's any career out there a person can work where they won't be a slave of some sort????? I really get tired of hearing all the MTs cry their poor pitiful me tune, I'm such a slave. Please ... get over it. 
Hearing loss
Is there any new technology out there on improving hearing loss besides hearing aids?  My DH has a herititary hearing loss that seems to be getting worse these past few years.  He refuses to wearing hearing aids even though we have spent $$$ on them.  He is a teacher and it is getting very difficult for him to teach his classes effectively or without students making fun of or taking advantage of his hearing loss.  Just curious if anyone knows of anything before we spend $$$ and time seeing doctors that will tell him nothing.
Hearing loss
My son who is 11 has worn hearing aids since before he turned 3, first the BTE kind (which were mini) and for the last couple of years, since he has shown so much responsibility, he now has ITE very small,programmable aids. Quite expensive, but worth it.

One of the contacts that assist me in the state (VA) with school issues recently sent me additional information; included was a brochure from NFSS Communincations which is a supplier of assitive-listening devices.

However, I would not just randomly purchase an item without discussing it with an audiologist that you trust. Fortunately, my son's audiologist is wonderful beyond words and quite helpful.

I have quite a bit of additional information on this subject if you need it.

My son says to tell your husband just to get good hearing aids and wear them. (Nothing mean intended, he just knows that if he can hear with assistance, then why not wear them). He has explained to the other children that basically it is just like someone who wears glasses to see better.

I hate to see anyone struggling due to this matter and hope that he finds something he is comfortable with. Good luck!

jrm
After hearing some surgeons
mangle their reports, I vow to never let hm near me with a sharp object in his hand.  And when they say "informed consent" I wonder who did the informing and whether the patient could understand it any better than I do.
It's comical. Just like when we were hearing sm
those little voices a few months back. I did hear the buzzing sound when I opened ER-MT's post above.
I am interested in hearing how this goes for you - sm
I too am waiting on a foot pedal for a new job that uses EMDAT. I should have mine on Monday though. I thought it would be just a plug in and it would work kind of deal. I just don't want it to interfere with my other foot pedal (serial port) and my MS Word, which it does mess up I think. I will know for sure the next time I use it (going to repeat the training) and then later try to use word by itself on my computer (rebooting fixed it, just hate rebooting as it takes about 10 minutes for the whole process since I have so much on my computer). You may have to change your hot keys, the EMDAT is F2, F3 and F4 keys for play, rwd and FF respectively.
hearing loss
Has anyone heard of Transcriptionist losing their hearing due to the long hours of listening on the headphones?
Hearing loss
I have been an MT for 35 years. I started with tinnitus in my left ear about 3 years ago. Saw my doctor who sent me to an ENT doctor who said I also had TMJ. Then he sent me to an audiologist and I have some hearing loss to low tones in my left ear. I still have the tinnitus, and loud noises, loud music drive me crazy. I am now going to look into homeopathic treatment for the tinnitus to see if I can get some relief. But, the ENT doctor and audiologist did tell me that it was from using the ear phones for all of these years.
Hearing loss
I think hearing loss is inevitable due to having the headsets inside the ear canal so near the eardrum and the bones of the middle ear. Perhaps a worker's comp problem if you are an employee. Or a work-related disability if it is bad enough. If so - I can tell you from experience, start saving now - hearing aids cost at the least $6000 for 2 (if you need them for both ears) and to date I have not found an insurance company that will cover any of the cost and I have been looking for the past 17 years for an insurance company that would cover them.
hearing loss

Thank you everyone for the replies on my question regarding hearing. Since I started 2 weeks I'm already noticing weird pluglike sensation in my ears everyday. Not to mention I work in a room with loud filthy mouth MA's. At times I have to up the volume so that I can hear clearly. The weird thing about the sensation in my ears, it's that I feel fine in the morning but by the time I leave there's that sensation again. Sometimes I even open my mouth with to pop my ears. I just hope this isn't progressing into something serious.



What is offended is my hearing!
I know exactly where the post comes from. I hear physicians say the patient mother, no patient's, but the patient mother. That really grates on my nerves. Some words are not even pronouced correctly. I would think if you have the sense to become a physician, surely you can get some English in on the side. It is very rude and offensive for me to have to listen.I get enough of that on the evening local news.
LOL, so where do you get your hearing aids?