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How To Build Exotic High-End Audio Equipment Isolation Platforms

VewdoRick — Tue, 22 Jul 2008 13:28:05 -0500

How To Conserve Your Cell Phone Battery

JElliott — Sat, 19 Jul 2008 23:48:08 -0500

How To Get a Free Zune

Mikey — Tue, 03 Jun 2008 15:59:52 -0500

The Apple iPod has had the advantage over other MP3 players for some time now, but the Microsoft Zune hopes to bring an end to that. Since most people use computers that run Microsoft windows, they will find that the Zune will be more compatible with their systems as opposed to the Apple iPod. Zunes can be expensive though, which is why you simply can’t pass up the offer to get one for absolutely free! There are websites that will send you a free Zune, just as long as you complete a few offers from their sponsors, or refer a certain number of people to the site.

How To Buy a Cell Phone Online

shand0 — Fri, 02 May 2008 18:07:54 -0500

How To Upload Cell Phone Videos to YouTube

thedave — Wed, 19 Mar 2008 19:16:34 -0500

YouTube users can now share videos taken from cell phones! It is quite simple to do. Just follow these steps.

How To Buy a Digital Camera

rik — Fri, 29 Feb 2008 15:48:19 -0600

Most of us have taken a photograph at some time during our lives. Some of us have taken many thousands of pictures, but getting a good picture depends on a number of factors, not the least of which is having a camera with us at the time. In choosing a new camera, for most of us the choice is no longer which film camera to buy, but rather which digital camera to buy. It may not even be primarily a camera; many mobile phones and small palm-top computers are capable of good results. The days of a camera on a mobile phone capturing only a basic image with a pixel count under 1 million have long gone. So how can you compare digital cameras in order to decide which one to buy for yourself? Let's explore the factors that influence how a digital camera responds and provides us with an image.

How To Get Out of a Cell Phone Contract

bronwyn — Mon, 25 Feb 2008 19:18:15 -0600

Have you ever signed up for a cell phone contract and then later figured out that it just wasn't going to work for you? It's a pretty common scenario which usually ends with the customer paying a huge fee for the "privilege" of breaking the contract. However, there are ways to get out of your contract without losing a pile of money! It may take a little work, but you can usually successfully get out of your cell phone contract.

How To Clean a Cell Phone

shand0 — Wed, 20 Feb 2008 14:53:29 -0600

You may ask yourself, "Why should I clean my cell phone?" I can answer you with some facts. The first fact is that cleaning your cell phone will prolong its life. The second fact is that, by cleaning your cell phone, you will get it looking much shinier. Consequently, you will not be so inclined to sell it; you can keep your money that you would have spent buying a new cell phone. Personally, I like to preserve all my stuff until they become useless, and then I may think to sell them. Here I will describe some important points to clean your cell phone and to keep it looking good all the time.

Clean your cell phone safely.

How To Be a Good Amateur Radio Operator

rik — Mon, 04 Feb 2008 14:26:25 -0600

Amateur radio is a fascinating hobby. Contacting friendly fellow 'hams' across the globe means generating RF power, possibly at considerable levels and concentrating it with a directional antenna. This freedom brings with it a responsibility (as included in the UK amateur license) to ensure there is no inconvenience or undue interference to others, and to make the best use of the available spectrum.

How To Make a Good Solder Joint

rik — Fri, 01 Feb 2008 14:57:05 -0600

WARNING: This work refers to electrical soldering only.

Learning the correct technique means you can ensure trouble free soldered electrical joints which will be reliable over a long time, and progress to make cheap, easy repairs to your electrical equipment if they develop simple circuit joint faults.

How To Use Radio Communication Procedures

Waheedaleko — Thu, 24 Jan 2008 11:06:18 -0600

Radios are still used as the basic voice communication means in big governmental/non-governmental organizations, fire stations, airports, train/bus stations, shipping, police stations and etc. Radios are considered to be the most cost effective, consistent and failure-proof way of communication compared to the many other options available such as cellular phones, satellite communication, etc. because they transmit signals directly from the radio device to other stations. There are technical variations to this but that is beyond the scope of this article.

There are generally two types of radios used for this purpose:

How To Share iPod Music with Another Computer

MarkSeydel — Thu, 17 Jan 2008 13:35:07 -0600

For quite some time I hoped for a way to share my iPod music with friends on other computers than my own.

I came across an interesting article that went into great detail about how to use your iPod as a storage device or other drive. This turned out to be disastrous.

I knew the concept was a good one, so I searched for a program that would do it all for me.

I came across the 100% free program - SharePod.

Before beginning this tutorial, there are a few things you need to know:

How To Arrange a Home Theater Room

ambyak — Wed, 09 Jan 2008 11:39:26 -0600

Once you've decided which room to put your home theater system in, you'll need to identify the best location for each component of the home theater system. The main components are the DVD/CD/VCD player, display unit (TV, projector), speakers, and AV receiver. You may not find a separate AV receiver in some home theater in a box [HTIB] systems. If you want to understand each component of this system, read How To Buy a Home Theatre System.

How To Create a Windows XP Installation CD

bhattner1 — Wed, 02 Jan 2008 15:39:49 -0600

There are many operating systems available today. Most recently, Microsoft has launched the new Windows Vista operating system. However, it’s going to be a long time before Vista overtakes XP as the most popular operating system. Users are much more comfortable with the Windows XP operating system and continue to use it.

However, the installation process can be tedious. During the normal installation of the Windows XP operating system, you need to customize various things like name, serial number, network, etc. And after the installation of Windows XP, you have to install various drivers like sound, graphics and other hardware drivers, which can take a lot of time.

You can save a lot of time by making a Windows XP installation CD in which all the required drivers are pre-installed.

How To Trace Cell Phone Numbers, Free!

bronwyn — Sat, 22 Dec 2007 16:42:27 -0600

Tracing cell phone numbers can be difficult. Unlike landlines, cell phone numbers are usually not listed in phone books and can't be accessed by dialing Information. Many companies charge to trace cell phone numbers, and until recently, you had to pay the fee or not get much information. However, it is now possible to trace cell phone numbers free of charge.

How To Buy an MP3 Watch

shand0 — Fri, 14 Dec 2007 20:18:21 -0600

The MP3 watch is a perfect gadget to enjoy music wherever you go; you don't have to carry any additional electronic devices, you just need a wristwatch to enjoy your favorite music anywhere and anytime. The memory of such gadgets can easily store hours and hours of music files and at the same time can store all types of file formats like MP2, MP3, WAV, WMA and all other formats. Simply put, it is one of the coolest music gadgets. I'll tell you all about the coolest features available in an MP3 watch, and how to pick the best available MP3 watch.

How To Buy MP3 Sunglasses

shand0 — Thu, 13 Dec 2007 12:23:19 -0600

How about enjoying music while protecting you eyes? This gadget is very cool and would satisfy all your music needs by combining a digital MP3 player with sunglasses. You can get more entertainment while doing other things like walking, traveling, playing and all activities during the day. MP3 sunglasses also could be a very cool as a gift to your lover. Now get the information of how to choose a perfect pair of mp3 sunglasses -- I'll tell you the best features that could be within that gadget.

How To Buy a Home Theatre System

ambyak — Fri, 07 Dec 2007 17:58:39 -0600

The main components of a home theatre are a display unit (Television or projector) , an AV receiver/ amplifier, a 2.1, 5.1, 6.1 or 7.1 speaker system and a DVD player. It is important to find a convenient room and analyze the room to determine its requirements before you purchase any component.

The size of the room determines the dimension of the units. If the size of the room is large, you can use a large sized TV. The main factors of a room that influence the home theatre experience are:

How To Choose a Cool MP3 Player

shand0 — Thu, 06 Dec 2007 13:43:40 -0600

An MP3 player is a very smart electronic device that can be combined with other things to help you to listen to your favorite music and songs anywhere and anytime. The best thing here is the ability of downloading the music files from you laptop or PC to your portable MP3 gadget, using an USB cable for fast connection. The other cool thing is that an MP3 player can be within other essential thing in our life like sunglasses, a wristwatch, alarm clock and much more.

How To Get Rid of Junk Faxes and Telemarketers

triple1 — Fri, 16 Nov 2007 15:01:32 -0600

Take back your freedom from suppertime telemarketing calls and late night faxes that disturb your sleep! Here is a point-by-point guide that will help you cope with this encroaching plague of the 21st century.

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How To Capture Digital and Stream Videos

waterskin — Thu, 15 Nov 2007 14:37:04 -0600

If you are a newbie digital video maker and are looking for a manual on how to create and stream those fascinating videos you see on You Tube, you have come to the right place. Here's a step-by-step guide on how to capture, save, upload, and share your digital videos using the resources that you have.

What you need:

A video camera with fire wire ports.
A computer with fire wire ports (for the sake of discussion, a Windows PC is advisable).
Windows Media Encoder.
External microphone system.
Windows media services.

What you need to do:

How To Wrap Up Your Home Movie

waterskin — Thu, 15 Nov 2007 13:50:42 -0600

Anyone creating a home video should know that it isn't just a collection of videos they are making. Home video creations require a lot of technical things, but it is simply all about creating a story. All of the video footages as well as the still photos that are added to it are compiled to create a whole story.

Perhaps the best advice you can give a beginner in the home movie creation hobby is to make the video footage present images that build up to the climax of the story. Make every video and photo shot count by letting it help in building a good story that everyone will want to watch. Here are tips to wrap up your home video.

How To Capture Analog Video with a Digital Video Recorder

waterskin — Thu, 15 Nov 2007 13:39:59 -0600

There are two types of video - analog video and digital video. There is little difference when it comes to the quality of output created by these two types of video configurations. It is their format that makes them distinct from each other. The way you capture an analog video is also different from a digital video. And another point of difference is storage. Analog videos are usually stored on VHS, 8mm, and Hi8 tapes. Digital videos, on the other hand, are stored on VCRs, DVDs, or even on your computer's hard disk.

To capture digital video, you can simply add capture cards like Dazzle and ATI. But because these are additional cards, using them may not be an option for others. But there certainly is another way. You can certainly capture analog video using your good and steady digital video camera.

Generally, there are two ways to do it:

How To Record Fine Quality Audio for Your Home Movies

waterskin — Thu, 15 Nov 2007 13:33:59 -0600

When making home movies, it's so easy to record and film those unforgettable moments. But creating a good home video means a balance of video and audio. Audio is vital to producing an interesting and exciting video everyone will love. Recording audio haphazardly can result in a movie that isn't worth watching.

If you have mastered the video recording process, then it's high time to be skilled on the audio side. Planning may simplify everything. Lay down all your interesting shots and choose an audio which is coherent to the movie you are making.

Usually, recording audio comes last on the priorities of videographers but it should be remembered that music will play an important role in creating a good movie. Here are some of the audio tips that can help you create quality audio that is worth listening to:

How To Back Up Phone Data

ayeo99 — Tue, 13 Nov 2007 12:25:25 -0600

Pain is losing your cell phone and not having any single back up of your contacts, calendar, etc. Imagine having to look for the contact numbers of all your friends again and keying them in from scratch. And don't forget all those appointments and events on your calendar. Whether your phone has been damaged beyond repair, or you have misplaced the phone, it can be a true nightmare, but you can avoid that nightmare by backing up your phone data.

How To Recover a Wet Cell Phone

ayeo99 — Mon, 15 Oct 2007 16:04:04 -0500

DON'T PRESS THE POWER ON BUTTON! REMOVE THE BATTERY! When your hands are wet, would you touch the mains socket and press the ON switch?

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How To Test an IR Remote Control with a Digital Camera

sunish — Fri, 12 Oct 2007 14:49:49 -0500

IR or infrared light is normally not visible to the human eye. However IR signals can be visible through a digital camera viewfinder. You can use the viewfinder of a mobile digital camera, too. However some cameras seem to block IR range and IR may not be visible.

Problems with IR remote control or other IR interfaces like mobiles, laptops or printers with IR can be very difficult to diagnose.

How To Get Quality Digital Audio Recordings for Transcription

anne@penguinofficeservices.co.uk — Thu, 09 Aug 2007 05:24:59 -0500

Whether you are recording dictation, interviews, conferences, focus groups or meetings, it is important to know how to get the best quality recording, because if you are going to get the material transcribed then the better the quality of the recording, the more accurate the transcription will be.

How To Take Better Digital Photos

Banjobarry — Sun, 05 Aug 2007 03:50:29 -0500

If you're looking to take better digital photos without upgrading to an expensive camera, continue reading below. These tips are aimed at users of point-and-shoot digital cameras, and others who are beginners in photography or looking to improve their skills and know-how when it comes to using inexpensive digital cameras.

How To Compare DVD/VCR Combo Players

Harry255 — Sun, 04 Mar 2007 11:53:00 -0600

When the VCR/DVD combo came out I thought it was the greatest invention ever. Even now it is still a good component to have in your audio visual arsenal. You may not use the VCR part of the unit as much as the DVD but it is still good to have for those random VHS tapes you unearth during spring cleaning or movies that aren't yet available on DVD. Whatever you use it for, you want to have the right model for your particular situation, be it hi-fi or just for a spare bedroom TV. Here are a few things to look for in your search.

How To Buy PDA Accessories

Harry255 — Sat, 03 Mar 2007 20:20:00 -0600

If you are like me (and I hope you are not like me), you need every accessory for every electronic device you own. There are a bunch of practical and fun add-ons to pimp out your PDA. Some are must haves, like a car charger. Some are a bit more frivolous, like leopard print skins. Whatever your needs or taste, here's how and where to look for PDA accessories.

Go online and search for PDA accessories. Online stores usually have the best prices on electronic equipment so always start there.
- The pocket solution has a lot of accessories with good prices and lots of pictures of their products.
- PDAparts.com not only has PDA accessories, it also has parts in case you need to build one yourself.
  
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How To Buy and Install PDA Batteries

Harry255 — Sat, 03 Mar 2007 15:48:00 -0600

Most people who own PDAs only have them for a few years before they get themselves a new one. For those who want to hold onto theirs for a while longer or for those who seem to be having battery problems, you could always replace the original battery. This can be quite a production depending on the model of PDA because the rechargeable batteries that are installed are not meant to be changed with any frequency, if at all. The good news is, there are some great resources to help you, not to mention this article you are reading.

How To Stream Music To Your Xbox 360 on a Wireless Network

Brad276 — Tue, 20 Feb 2007 11:14:00 -0600

The way we listen to music has changed over the past few years. Many people have gone from CDs to digital tracks that are stored on our computers. One of the biggest challenges has been having music on your computer that you want to listen to in your living room. Thanks to the Microsoft Xbox 360, if you have a wireless network and a Windows-based PC, you can now listen to the music on your computer through your Xbox 360.

To get started, you have to first have a wireless network set up and the Xbox 360 able to receive that signal.

Purchase a wireless high speed internet router. I recommend visiting www.xbox.com and looking at the list of approved routers, as some will conflict with the Xbox. The installation of a router will be well outlined in the instructions that you receive with the router.

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How To Buy a V7 Flasher

Harry255 — Mon, 19 Feb 2007 18:39:00 -0600

The Audiovox Flasher V7 was made for Virgin Mobile for their popular pay as you go phone service. Although the pay per minute phones have traditionally been lower quality phones, the V7 Flasher is different. It has a built-in camera and games, speaker-phone and advanced online data capabilities. Aimed at the younger crowd with its MTV and Comedy Central tie-ins, picture messaging and ringtones, this is a very capable phone. It has become one of the more popular prepaid phones available.

How To Buy a PDA Watch

Harry255 — Mon, 19 Feb 2007 17:28:00 -0600

Personal Digital Assistants (PDAs), for the most part, come in one size. They are a lot smaller than a computer but bigger than a cell phone. There is, however, a version of the PDA you can wear on your wrist and get some of the same functionality of a full-sized PDA. These devices are small but still capable of running applications such as calendar reminders, calculator, games, Ebook reader, email capabilities, etc. Now there are not many of these devices to choose from so which one to get and where to get them isn't going to be too strenuous

How To Find Vintage Reel to Reel Tape Recorders

Harry255 — Tue, 30 Jan 2007 22:06:00 -0600

Reel to reel tape recorders were the standard for recording for decades until digital media took over sometime in the 1990's. For some audiophiles, they are still the king. Artists today still prefer analog tape's natural, warm sound to the clean and (what they consider) sterile sound of a digital recording. If you are in this camp and are looking for an old reel to reel tape recorder to record your next LP, or are just in the market for a vintage collectible, here's where to look.

Look on the internet. Of course you have to start with the number one site to get practically anything -- eBay. Search "reel to reel recorder" and you will find pages and pages of recorders to peruse. If you are in the market for a particular recorder, just search for it to see results.

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How To Compare Portable DVD Players

Harry255 — Sun, 28 Jan 2007 13:46:00 -0600

Only a few years ago, a portable DVD player was a luxury item that few could afford. These days, the price of technology has come down so far that most anyone can now own one. The price drop has caused a variety of different portable DVD player brands and models to flood the market. With this flood comes the unenviable task of sorting through them all and finding the portable DVD player that best suits you. Here I hope to give you some key features to look for while comparing portable DVD players.

How To Buy Camera Binoculars

Harry255 — Wed, 24 Jan 2007 13:25:00 -0600

We live in a high tech world. You can tell just how high tech we've become by the combination gadgets available to us. MP3 player phones, PDA/GPS units, fishing rods with fish finders? Well, add camera binoculars to the list. These are perfect pieces of equipment for watching birds or other wildlife, sporting events or just acting like a spy. BinoCams, as they are sometimes known, come in different styles with different specs. I'll try to guide you through a few things to look for when shopping for a pair.

How To Compare DVD Players

Brad276 — Wed, 29 Nov 2006 14:19:00 -0600

With the improvement in home theatre technology, the DVD player has become a critical component for a quality viewing experience. When shopping for a DVD player, there are a number of options that you can use to compare different models.

Brand - Some consumers prefer to choose a brand that they are familiar and comfortable with, such as Sony or Toshiba. The reason for brand loyalty is the belief that a name brand product will be a higher quality than the product of an unfamiliar brand. While correct in some situations, it is not always the case as many of the less common brands are just as reliable as the Sony and Toshiba products. What is almost always a certainty, though, is that the more familiar brands will be more expensive than a unknown company.
Cost - DVD players can be found anywhere from $20 to over $1,000 depending on features and options.

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How To Transfer DVR Recordings to DVD

Staff468 — Tue, 14 Nov 2006 16:57:00 -0600

With all the advancements in technology today you'd think it would be simple to create a DVD of a show or program that you recorded on your DVR. Although it can be done, it's not necessarily as straightforward as you might think. It takes a little extra time setting up your home video system and, usually, an additional investment in some extra hardware as well.

Connect your DVD recorder to your TiVo or DVR. If you have a DVD recorder (or burner), you can hook it up directly to your DVR and create DVDs of your recorded shows and movies. You can connect your DVR, DVD recorder and TV together using RCA composite cables (the red, yellow and white cable), S-Video cables or the traditional coaxial cable. Coaxial cables produce the lowest quality picture, so opt for RCA cables or an RCA/S-Video cable combination if possible. Whichever cables you are using, the setup will be similar:

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How To Replace a Digital Camera Battery Charger

The2 — Tue, 14 Nov 2006 12:22:00 -0600

Your digital camera battery charger isn't even part of your camera, but without it you can't get your digital camera to work-or at least not for more than a few hours. It's a bit of a catch 22: you can't keep your battery charger with your camera at all times, it's just not practical; but you also need to have it handy in case your digital camera's battery needs a charge. For me, this means moving it all over the house to different wall sockets and even taking it with me on trips when I know I'll be using my camera a lot. All this shifting and moving about inevitably results in a misplaced or-when I'm finally ready to admit it-lost digital camera battery charger.

How To Convert VHS to DVD

Staff468 — Tue, 14 Nov 2006 10:04:00 -0600

There's more than one reason to convert your old VHS tapes to DVD. VHS tapes and VCRs are fast becoming an obsolete technology-many may argue that they already are. If there's any footage that you want to preserve that's currently in a VHS format, now's the time. VCRs are still available, as are services and machines that will help you convert your VHS tapes to DVD. If you continue to wait, you'll see fewer and fewer opportunities to make this change and save your VHS footage.

Another concern is damage. Even if your VCR doesn't eat your VHS tape, the film in it will slowly degrade over time-whether you play it often or you don't. VHS tapes can start falling apart in as little as 3 years, whereas DVDs can last anywhere form 20 to (some say) even 250 years. Whether it's your favorite blockbuster movie or a sentimental home video, you should make the switch from VHS to DVD sooner rather than later.

How To Buy an iPod Power Adapter

Staff468 — Thu, 09 Nov 2006 10:59:00 -0600

The iPod power adapter allows you to charge your iPod away from a computer, using a simple wall outlet. This means never again having to deal with computer speed slowing down as the iPod charges. Not only that, but also traveling with music becomes far easier; with an iPod power adapter, all you need is access to a motel wall outlet in order to maintain access to your entire music library.

Functionality of the iPod power adapter. The iPod power adapter has two parts - the power adapter cube with either a USB or Firewire port, and the plug adapter that connects to a wall outlet. The power adapter can immediately determine the input power of the outlet and adjust accordingly. The iPod power adapter accepts any input power within a range of 100-240 V, 50-60 Hz, and 26-38 VA, encompassing the input power levels in a majority of the world's countries, but be on guard for the exceptions so as to protect your iPod.

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How To Recycle Your Cell Phone

Staff468 — Thu, 02 Nov 2006 09:50:00 -0600

Whether you're just looking to be environmentally friendly, or you're hoping to raise a little money for yourself, your company or your charity, recycling your cell phone or starting a cell phone recycling drive is a great option. The latest technology, which seems to change every few months, is perpetually rendering "older" cell phones obsolete. And a cell phone doesn't even have to be that old; the average life of a cell phone is 18 months. That means that there are millions of old cell phones cluttering up drawers, collecting dust in boxes in the garage, and, worst of all, being dumped in land fills.

How To Get Podcasts

Kristopher467 — Thu, 12 Oct 2006 16:16:00 -0500

Most people, by now, have heard of podcasts, but not everyone knows how to get these audio and video files onto the device of their choice. "Podcast" was first used in 2004 and was declared the word of the year in 2005. Despite this popularity, the process of getting a podcast isn't as well known. Finding the podcast of your choice isn't as elusive as it seems; in fact, finding and updating podcasts can be a rather simple process.

How To Access DVR Through Your Computer

Brian197 — Thu, 21 Sep 2006 15:51:00 -0500

If you are purchasing a DVR system directly from your cable or satellite provider, you'll probably reap the same great rewards as TiVo but at a fraction of the price. However, more recently a cheap alternative has come about for DVRs, which provides all the great options and functionality, but can be done right on your home computer. Here's how to access DVR through your computer.

How To Download a Shakira Ringtone To Your Phone

The2 — Fri, 15 Sep 2006 10:10:00 -0500

The first thing you need to decide when trying to download a Shakira ringtone is whether you truly want a ringtone, or you want a real version of the song. Ringtone has become synonymous with any music coming for your phone when it's ringing, but most companies differentiate between a ringtone (a muzak version of Hips Don't Lie by Shakira for instance) and a "real tone" (as Verizon calls its real music ringtones-Shakira's voice, music, lyrics and all). You don't want to pay $2.99 per song just to end up with your cell phone's version of Hips Don't Lie instead of Shakira's version (if that's what you're expecting).

How To Use a DVR

Victoria116 — Wed, 13 Sep 2006 03:25:00 -0500

These days, many cable companies offer the option of renting a Digital Video Recorder, or DVR. A DVR is a revolutionary way to enjoy television and it's quite simple to use. Here are some tips on how to use a DVR:

Programming shows. You can pre-program any show you want to record with the simple touch of a button on your DVR remote control. All you have to do is do a search for the show you want to record, by typing the first four letters of the show's title under the Search screen. Once you find the show you want to record, you just select the red Record button. The show will automatically record at the time the show is scheduled to air. You can also choose the Record option from the "TV Guide" screen - just click on any upcoming show and hit the red Record button.

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How To Remove Scratches From a DVD

Harry255 — Sun, 06 Aug 2006 13:22:00 -0500

So you are watching your favorite movie on DVD and all of a sudden it starts to stutter and skip or just plain stop dead. You eject the DVD and see that it has some good-sized scratches on the surface. You are worried this is the end of your favorite DVD, but have no fear -- there are some ways to get this bad boy fixed.

Understanding the damage. DVDs are like CDs in that they are read in a spiral starting in the center of the disk and continuing to the outer edge. The info is encoded in "bumps" below the surface of the disk. A laser reads these by passing through the surface and reflecting off the "bumps." When the surface is scratched or blemished, the path of the laser is diverted slightly and the player cannot read the disk.

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How To Repair a Scratched CD

Harry255 — Tue, 25 Jul 2006 08:11:00 -0500

These days while most of us are putting all our music from our CD collection onto MP3 players, we are finding that our old compact discs are not faring so well with the years. Smudges, scratches and spots can turn a CD into an unlistenable useless round thingy, much like a perfectly intact Michael Bolton CD. Even if it looks like there is a lot of damage to a CD's surface, there maybe an easy fix that'll have you back listening uninterrupted in no time. Let us investigate.