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DescriptionEnjoy dressing up in lots of favorite hats for hours of fun! Assortment includes eight fun hats, plus a trunk. * Brown cowboy hat All hats are child size. New non-woven dressup trunk is included. Larger, nicer, more durable than cardboard. Imported NOTE: Due to recent product testing, some items specifically listed may be substitute with a product of equal or greater value. Features
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PIMCO Hires Anne Gudefin and Charles Lahr as Executive Vice Presidents and Global Equities Portfolio Managers
NEWPORT BEACH, CA--(Marketwire - December 7, 2009) - PIMCO, a leading global investment management firm, announced today that it has completed another set of key hires as it expands the range of investment solutions it provides to its clients around the world.
Anne Gudefin and Charles Lahr will join PIMCO as Executive Vice Presidents and Global Equities Portfolio Managers; and Neel Kashkari will join the firm as a Managing Director and Head of New Investment Initiatives.
Ms. Gudefin and Mr. Lahr come to PIMCO from the Mutual Series Group of Franklin Templeton Investments where they were co-Portfolio Managers for the Franklin Mutual Global Discovery Fund. They will be based in the firm's London and New York offices, respectively. At PIMCO, they will focus on establishing and managing global equity investment strategies based on a "deep value" style approach. Mr. Lahr's first day at PIMCO is December 7 and Ms. Gudefin will begin in early January 2010.
Mr. Kashkari joins PIMCO having served until May 2009 as Assistant Secretary of the Treasury, where he led the Office of Financial Stability. He was previously at Goldman Sachs. He will be based in the firm's Newport Beach office. At PIMCO, he will help direct the firm's expansion into new investment initiatives, including its equities business. Mr. Kashkari will be a senior member of the firm's Executive Office and work closely with PIMCO's portfolio management, business management and client-facing groups. Mr. Kashkari's first day at PIMCO is December 14.
"Extending PIMCO's investment activities into active equities and thus across the capital structure is a logical and natural extension of the firm's successful investment process," said Bill Gross, PIMCO's founder and co-CIO. "Neel, Anne and Chuck are exceptional professionals and individuals and we are delighted to have them on board as we continue PIMCO's multi-year evolution as a complete provider of global investment solutions," added Mr. Gross.
"PIMCO is driven, day in and day out, to provide the best investment management services to clients around the world," said Mohamed El-Erian, PIMCO's CEO and co-CIO. "Anne, Chuck and Neel are great additions to our team devoted to meet and exceed our clients' expectations, and we look forward to their valuable contributions to our global investment process and business," added Dr. El-Erian.
Joachim Faber, CEO of Allianz Global Investors, said: "We welcome the extension of PIMCO's investment activities which will complement the range of investment solutions provided by Allianz Global Investors."
Professional Background of Anne Gudefin:
Ms. Gudefin has 20 years of investment management experience. Prior to joining PIMCO, she was Senior Vice President, Portfolio Manager and Research Analyst at the Mutual Series Group of Franklin Templeton Investments, where she was co-Portfolio Manager for the Franklin Mutual Global Discovery Fund, which follows a "deep value" style and has earned a five-star rating from Morningstar and an A rating from S&P Fund Research. In 2008 the Global Discovery Fund was also recognized by Lipper Fund Awards as Best Fund over Three Years in the Global Multi-Cap Value Funds category. Ms. Gudefin also served as Portfolio Manager for Franklin Mutual Quest Fund, which earned a five-star rating from Morningstar in the World Stock category. Ms. Gudefin was featured on the cover of SmartMoney Magazine as one of "The World's Greatest Investors" in July 2009. In total, Ms. Gudefin helped oversee the management of more than $25 billion of investment assets in her role prior to joining PIMCO. Earlier in her career, Ms. Gudefin was a research analyst covering European equities at Perry Capital. She earned her BA from IEP Paris and an MBA from Columbia Business School. Ms. Gudefin is a CFA charterholder.
Professional Background of Charles Lahr:
Mr. Lahr has 16 years of investment and financial services experience. Prior to joining PIMCO, he was a Portfolio Manager at the Mutual Series Group of Franklin Templeton Investments, where he served as co-Portfolio Manager for the Franklin Mutual Global Discovery Fund and an Analyst for Franklin Mutual Advisers, LLC (Mutual Series). The Mutual Global Discovery Fund earned a five-star rating from Morningstar and an A rating from S&P Fund Research. In 2008 the Global Discovery Fund was also recognized by Lipper Fund Awards as Best Fund over Three Years in the Global Multi-Cap Value Funds category. Mr. Lahr also served as Portfolio Manager for the Franklin Mutual Financial Services Fund, which has earned a four-star rating from Morningstar. In 2008, Lipper recognized the Mutual Financial Services Fund as Best Fund over Ten Years in the Financial Services Fund category. In total, Mr. Lahr helped oversee the management of more than $20 billion of investment assets in his role prior to joining PIMCO. Earlier in his career, Mr. Lahr was an international equities research analyst with the State of Wisconsin Investment Board, as well as a member of the fund management team for the Mutual European and Mutual Beacon Funds. He earned a BBA in finance and investments as well as an MBA from the University of Iowa. Mr. Lahr is a CFA charterholder.
Professional Background of Neel Kashkari:
Mr. Kashkari has 12 years of business, investment and policy experience. Prior to joining PIMCO he was Assistant Secretary of the Treasury, where he led the Office of Financial Stability under Presidents George W. Bush and Barack Obama. Mr. Kashkari joined the Treasury Department in July 2006 as Senior Advisor to U.S. Treasury Secretary Henry Paulson, and was later appointed as the Assistant Secretary for International Economics and Development. Earlier in his career, he was a Vice President at Goldman Sachs where he led that firm's Information Technology Security Investment Banking practice. Previously he was an aerospace engineer at TRW Corporation, where he developed technology for NASA science missions, including the James Webb Space Telescope. Mr. Kashkari earned a BS and MS in engineering from the University of Illinois and an MBA from the Wharton School at the University of Pennsylvania.
About PIMCO
PIMCO is a global investment management firm that was founded in Southern California in 1971. The firm serves an array of clients and manages retirement and other assets that reach more than 8 million people in the U.S. and millions more around the world. Our clients include state, municipal, union and private sector pension and retirement plans, educational, foundations, endowments, philanthropic and healthcare institutions, individual and investment saving accounts, public sector reserve management and other public entities in North and South America, Europe, the Middle East and Asia.
PIMCO has more than 1,200 employees. In addition to its headquarters in Newport Beach, California, the firm has offices in Amsterdam, Hong Kong, London, Munich, New York City, Singapore, Sydney, Tokyo, Toronto and Zurich.
PIMCO is owned by Allianz S.E., a global insurance conglomerate.
Except for the historical information and discussions contained herein, statements contained in this news release constitute forward-looking statements within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. These statements may involve a number of risks, uncertainties and other factors that could cause actual results to differ materially, including the performance of financial markets, the investment performance of PIMCO's sponsored investment products and separately managed accounts, general economic conditions, future acquisitions, competitive conditions and government regulations, including changes in tax laws. Readers should carefully consider such factors. Further, such forward-looking statements speak only on the date at which such statements are made. PIMCO undertakes no obligation to update any forward-looking statements to reflect events or circumstances after the date of such statements.
The information contained in this press release is not indicative of the past or future performance of any PIMCO product and should not be considered as investment advice or a recommendation by PIMCO of any particular security, strategy or investment product. Information contained herein has been obtained from sources believed to be reliable, but not guaranteed. This information is provided for informational purposes only.
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Telescope question..?
I got an early Christmas present and it was a Celestron PowerSeeker 127mm telescope and I am not sure how to use it and feel like I jumped in the deep end.
I am assuming the dial on the equatorial mount numbered from 0 to 90 is the degrees and if I am 37 sth from the equator I need to set it to 53 to point at the south something...
There are 2 other dials that I have nfi about and they are the right ascension setting circle and the declination setting circle. I would love if someone could help me figure out how to find a planet by using these settings because even though the moon is beautiful and exciting I really want to see the ISS on Boxing Day and the polar caps on Mars. TIA!!!
Sarah
Ignore the answers about Polaris, since you're in the Southern Hemisphere and can't see Polaris. (Hey guys, READ the question!) If you're at 37° S latitude, you should set the scale at the base of your mount to 37°, NOT 53°. You then need to point the polar axis (the main axis just above the latitude adjustment) at the south celestial pole (SCP). Having set the scale to 37° will get you to the right altitude for the SCP, but you need to figure out the correct azimuth (left to right) direction. In the Southern Hemisphere, there is no bright star near the SCP, so probably a compass is your best bet. If you look south at around 10 p.m. at this time of year, you'll see two bright stars about 60° up, Canopus on the left and Achernar on the right. The SCP is about half way between them, though much closer to the horizon. Once you have the mount pointing in this direction, don't move the tripod any more; all adjustments should be made with the other two axes on the mount.
Ignore the dials with numbers on them (setting circles). These are there mainly for decoration, to make the scope look "scientific" and aren't accurate enough to actually find anything!
To find Mars, turn around and look North. If you do this tonight, at 10 p.m., the Moon will be just about due north and about 30 degrees above the horizon. To its right and a bit higher you'll see a bright reddish star, Aldebaran, and further still to the right and a bit lower than the Moon, another reddish object, Mars. You can tell them apart because Aldebaran will probably be twinkling, Mars will shine with a steady light. As the night goes on, Mars will move slowly to the left and get higher in the sky, being at its highest between midnight and 1 a.m. It will never rise more than 30° above the horizon. Look at it with your 20mm eyepiece. It will appear very small. Normally you should be able to use the other eyepiece and Barlow lens which came with your scope, but I'm sorry to say that these are of such poor quality that all you'll see is a blur. Stick to the 20mm eyepiece for the best views. At present only one polar cap is visible, and it's really tiny.
Right above Aldebaran and Mars is the famous constellation Orion, with three stars in a line forming Orion's Belt. I think these are called "The Frying Pan" in Australia. Above these three stars are three fainter stars (the handle of the frying pan). Take a look at the middle star of the "handle" and you're in for a treat! This is the Great Nebula in Orion, a huge cloud of gas where stars are being born.
You don't need a telescope to observe the ISS. In fact, the ISS moves so fast that it's impossible to track with a telescope. Naked eye or binoculars are all you need.
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58mm Filter Adapter for CANON PowerShot
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DescriptionRN-4 lens adapter is designed for Canon SX20, SX10 & SX1 IS lens to accept any 58mm threaded filter, step-up ring or macro lens. A central knurl makes it easy to hang on to when attaching filters or mounting it on the camera. When this lens adapter mounts on the lens, the lens can not accept the original lens hood. Features
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Canon LAH-DC20 Conversion Lens Adapter (LA-DC58E) and Hood (LH-DC40) Set for the S5 IS, S3 IS & S2 IS Digital Camera
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DescriptionThis conversion lens adapter and hood set is required for mounting the wide converter and tele-converter to the camera. The Canon LA-HDC20 allows you to connect converter lenses to your Canon S2 IS digital camera for increased flexibility. It works with these separately sold Canon converter lenses: Canon WC-DC58A Wide Converter Lens: Converts the focal length of the body lens by a factor of approximately 0.75 (35mm film equivalent at maximum wide angle: approximately 27mm) when attached. Canon TC-DC58B Tele Converter Lens: Converts the focal length of the body lens by a factor of approximately 1.5 (35 mm film equivalent at maximum telephoto: approximately 648mm) when attached. Canon 500D 58mm Close-Up Lens: Double-element accessory attaches to front of lens; changes closest focusing distance from infinity to 500mm (approximately 19.7 inches) from front of lens. The LA-HDC20 includes a lens hood, which reduces that lens flare will mar your photos, and also helps to shield the lens from scratches and impacts. Features
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Sony DSC-HX100 HX100 Lens / Filter Adapter Tube 67mm
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DescriptionNew Metal 67mm Lens / Filter Adapter tube For Sony DSC-HX100 Digital Camera , to use with 67mm lenses and filters , we do offer 58mm / 52mm adapter ring at extra charge . Features
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Boys Dressup Halloween Costume Party Hat Play Trunk 8pc
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DescriptionEnjoy dressing up in lots of favorite hats for hours of fun! Assortment includes eight fun hats, plus a trunk. * Brown cowboy hat All hats are child size. New non-woven dressup trunk is included. Larger, nicer, more durable than cardboard. Imported NOTE: Due to recent product testing, some items specifically listed may be substitute with a product of equal or greater value. Features
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Boys Dressup Halloween Costume Party Hat Trunk 28 pcs
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DescriptionOur dressup trunk includes everything your little tyke will need for hour of super fun adventures. 28 piece sets includes hats, vests, capes and accessories in a variety of designs: * Black wizard/magician cape, wand & wizard hat Cardboard trunk can be assembled in minutes. All hats and vests are child size. Recommended for ages 3-6 years. Imported NOTE: Due to recent product testing, some items specifically listed may be substitute with a product of equal or greater value. Features
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Orion SpaceProbe 130 EQ Reflector
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DescriptionThe Orion SpaceProbe 130 EQ Reflector is a Newtonian reflector telescope packaged with a sturdy equatorial mount, two Explorer II eyepieces, a 6x30 finder scope, and Orionâs Starry Night Special Edition software. Invented by Sir Isaac Newton, reflector telescopes provide more light gathering power per dollar than any other telescope design. With 130mm (5.1 inches) of aperture, the SpaceProbe 130 produces images that are twice as bright as 90mm telescopes and more than four times brighter than 60mm beginner scopes. The Orion SpaceProbe 130 EQ Reflector with its Explorer II eyepieces serves up bright, clear images of the Moon, the planets, and even deep space objects like star clusters and galaxies. The 25mm eyepiece magnifies the image by 36 times; when I look at the Pleiades or Seven Sisters cluster at 36X the SpaceProbe 130 shows me a bright open cluster with dozens of point-like stars filling the field of view. When I use the 10mm eyepiece (90X magnification) the lunar disk fills the field of view and the rings of Saturn are plainly resolved. And when I use an optional Ultima 2X Barlow with the 10mm eyepiece for 180X magnification I can see the cloud bands of Jupiter and pick out individual stars in bright globular clusters like M13. The EQ2 equatorial mount included with the Orion SpaceProbe 130 EQ Reflector comes partially assembled, but it shouldn’t take long to set up. The trick to using an equatorial mount is to point the polar axis at Polaris, the North Star. Once the mount is aligned and balanced, the telescope tracks stars and planets at high power with just a turn of one slow motion knob. You can even add an optional motor drive for hands free tracking. The Orion SpaceProbe 130 EQ Newtonian Reflector Telescope is a simply a great value. The Explorer II eyepieces deliver bright sharp images of the Moon, the planets and the stars, and the EQ2 mount can be motorized for hands free tracking. --Jeff Phillips Pros: More than 4 times brighter than 60mm scopes Includes two eyepieces and a 6x30 finder Solid equatorial mount and aluminum tripod Starry Night software and SkyTheatre DVD included Ships to the U.S. including Alaska, Hawaii, and Puerto Rico. Orion SpaceProbe 130 EQ Reflector Telescope An affordable but very capable telescope130mm aperture and 900mm focal length for great all-around viewing performanceIncludes sturdy tripod and equatorial mount for hands-free celestial trackingIncludes two eyepieces, finder scope, focuser, collimation cap, and FREE Starry Night astronomy softOne-year limited warranty A lot of folks shopping for their first telescope tell us that they have always had a fascination with the stars. They've been wanting to get a telescope for a long time, they say. We understand very well the lure of the night sky. It has intrigued mankind for millennia with its beauty and mysteriousness. And still does. So it's only natural to want to know more about it, to get a closer look. If you share this fascination, and are ready finally to spring for that telescope, then consider the affordable but very capable Orion SpaceProbe 130mm EQ Reflector Telescope. Sporting the classic long-tube Newtonian design, the Orion SpaceProbe 130mm provides great all-around viewing performance. One minute you can be studying lunar crater formations at high power; the next, the ethereal glow of a nebular star factory. A few minutes later, the ringed visage of Saturn. All served in crisp detail by way of the SpaceProbe's light-gathering 130mm (5.1") primary mirror of 900mm focal length (f/6.9). The mirror lies at the base of the rolled-steel optical tube, which is outfitted with a smooth rack-and-pinion focuser. It accepts 1.25" telescope eyepieces, including the two fully coated Explorer II telescope eyepieces that come standard with the Orion SpaceProbe 130mm: a 25mm for low-power viewing at 36x and a 10mm for higher-power looks at 90x. Also standard is a 6x30 achromatic finder scope to help home in on celestial targets. The mount is our sturdy EQ-2 equatorial model, with adjustable aluminum legs and accessory tray. Slow-motion controls allow fine Features
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Deluxe Steering Wheel 12" Diameter Complete with Bushing and Decorative Cap, Green
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Canon 10x30 Image Stabilization Binoculars w/Case, Neck Strap & Batteries
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Butler Creek Bikini Rifle Scope Cover
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DescriptionBikini Scope Cover... One size fits all standard rifle scopes! Millions of shooters appreciate the simplicity, effectiveness and affordable price of this great lens protector. The Bikini was designed for the economy-minded hunter/shooter who prefers a one-piece, quick clearing scope cover. Two pliable rubber-like cups joined by stretch retainers create a tight moisture and dust-proof seal to protect your valuable optics while in storage, transit or in the field. Fits rifle scopes with objective bells up to 62 mm outside diameter. Order Now! Butler Creek Bikini Scope Cover Features
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BARSKA 3-9x42 IR Contour Riflescope (4A Mil-Plex IR 7/8" Picatinny Base)
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DescriptionThe Barska 3-9x42 IR Contour Riflescope is a compact, lightweight scope providing precision accuracy beyond its size. The 42mm objective lens provides three to nine times variable magnification with an extremely long eye relief. This rifle scope is completely fog-proof and waterproof for even the toughest of weather conditions. The fully-coated optics with illuminated 4A Mil-Plex reticles allow for enhanced performance. The extra rigid, shockproof construction gives you even more control and accuracy. Bonus accessories include a set of 7/8-inch Picatinny base rings with scope caps. Barska 3 - 9x42 mm IR Contour Rifle Scope performs in extreme weather and low - light conditions! Combine superior Barska craftsmanship with waterproof, shockproof, and fogproof construction, and you've got a Scope that delivers all the durability you need to get you the crystal-clear shot at your quarry. The fully decked-out 4A mil-plex illuminated reticle and wide 42 mm objective size combine to make sure you see your target clearly in any light. So whether you're shooting day or night, Arctic or Sahara, this Scope stands up to any conditions. Big-time features for your big-game needs: 3-9x magnification; Fully-coated optics for maximum light gathering and contrast; 1/4 M.O.A. click adjustments for precise windage and elevation corrections; F.O.V. @ 100 yds. is 36.7' at 3x; 12.5' at 9x; Eye relief is 3 9/10"; Range drum rotates for desired range; Measures 10" l. Weighs 16 ozs. Black matte finish. Mounting rings not included.; Order yours today! WARNING: BDU Style Clothing cannot be shipped to Canada. Please check your State, County and City laws for restrictions before ordering BDU Style Clothing. Barska 3-9x42 mm IR Contour Rifle Scope Features
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