The Jabra BT620 is a Bluetooth wireless stereo headset you can use with your iPhone 3G mobile phone. The BT620 features two speakers and allows you to listen to your iPhone's music and make and receive hands-free telephone calls. The headset's extended battery life allows for up to 16 hours of talk time or up to 14 hours of wireless music streaming between charges.
Instructions
1. Press the "Power" button on the Jabra BT620 and make sure the device is turned off.
2. Press and hold the "Answer/End" button on the Jabra BT620 until the button's light is solid blue.
3. Press the round button at the bottom of your iPhone's screen and slide your finger as instructed to unlock your iPhone.
4. Tap the "Settings" icon and then select the "General" option. Tap "Bluetooth" and tap the "On" button to activate Bluetooth on your iPhone.
5. Wait until the iPhone finds the Jabra BT620 headset. You will see the device displayed on your iPhone under the list of available Bluetooth devices. Select the Jabra BT620 headset.
6. Confirm that you want to connect your iPhone to the Jabra BT620 by selecting "OK." Enter the passkey "0000" and then press "Return." The iPhone will confirm that it is successfully connected to the Jabra BT620.
Secure digital (SD) cards are a form of memory used in many hand-held and portable devices, such as digital cameras and cell phones. In addition to storing information for these types of devices, secure digital media can be used the same as any other storage device to hold soft copies of files and documents.
Instructions
1. Insert the secure digital (SD) card into the correct slot on your computer's multi-card reader. Multi-card readers are often included on newer computers, but internal and external models can be purchased inexpensively (see Resources below). While durable, SD cards are thin, and caution should be used when inserting the card.
2. Left-click once on the Windows "Start" button, and select the "Explore" option.
3. Scroll through the listings under the "Folders" section of the "Explore" window to find the SD card.
4. Click once on the SD card icon to view the data contained on the card. Generally the SD card will be listed under the "Computer" section, near the end following the other drive listings. In this example, the SD card is labeled "Kodak," as the card is manufactured by that company.
5. Open the files on the SD card by right-clicking once on the file name, and then once on "Open." You can also double-click on any of the files to open them.
Photography is an art form used for both business and pleasure. This form of art is enjoyed by many to capture imagery in different forms. Photographers are able to add their personal touch to their photographs, making them unique or special to not only the photographer, but to others who admire the images as well.
Function
Photography is used to capture images for a variety of purposes such as entertainment, surveillance, art, storytelling and preserving memories.
Types
Types of photography include black and white, color, digital, full spectrum, still life, portraits, micro, macro, wildlife, aerial and outdoor.
Effects
Different effects in photography allow for enhancing and cropping images, digital altering, zooming in and out, and adjusting camera controls to alter the exposures.
Considerations
Photographers can use various angles, focus depths, exposures, cameras, lenses, shutter speeds and film to create beautiful and unique imagery for many purposes.
Famous Ties
Some famous photographers include photojournalist Eddie Adams, zone system pioneer Ansel Adams, fashion photographer Nigel Barker and Australian-born photographer Anne Geddes.
Proper metering allows a photographer to capture gorgeous landscapes without harsh white areas or dark shadows.
Learning to work with ambient light is a critical element of mastering photography. When shooting portraits, ambient light can add depth and contrast to all photos. When shooting landscapes or commercial photography, ambient light often is the only available option---unless the photographer has enough flashes to light up a mountain. Fortunately, the advanced metering system available on the Canon 40D gives the user loads of tools to master the use of ambient lighting.
Instructions
1. Identify your subject and your framing. Shooting a forest sunset will use different lighting than a portrait session. Ambient light for landscapes and outdoor photography will be best during sunrise and sunset, the richer colors and defused lighting will add depth to the photos. Outdoor shooting during the middle of the day leaves the photographer grappling with overly bright areas in some parts of the photo and dark shadows in others. If shooting indoors, find a window with incoming light and use a thin drape or curtain to diffuse it to soften the light on your subject.
2. Understand the 40D's three light metering modes.
Evaluative metering, represented as "[(o)]," is used to measure light in an area limited to the selected focal point. This is the most commonly used metering system.
Partial metering, represented as "[( )]," measures light more broadly than evaluative metering. It is useful if there are contrasting areas of light and shadow.
Center-weighted metering, represented as "[ ]," measures light at the center of the frame. Center-weighted metering is useful if the subject is centered and filling most of the frame.
3. Set the metering mode on the 40D to match your subject. To set the metering mode, locate the four buttons along the top-left of the camera. Press the button second from the left; the far left button will illuminate the top control panel. Using the dial near the shutter release, adjust the metering mode until it reaches the desired setting.
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The 50D has advanced customizable settings to help you get your best pictures.
The Canon EOS 50D is an advanced digital SLR that can shoot in creative and manual settings in up to 15 megapixels. The 50D has an RGB color filter system and a CMOS cropped-frame sensor. The 50D uses interchangeable EF-mount lenses to take pictures and CompactFlash memory cards to store images. Canon's 50D's intuitive interface can be easily controlled by the intermediate to advanced photographer.
Instructions
1. Turn the "Mode" dial on top of the camera to select a shooting mode. Modes are "Program," "Aperture Priority," "Shutter Speed Priority" and "Manual." In "Program," "Aperture" and "Shutter Priority" modes, use the dial on the back of the camera to adjust exposure value. Use the main dial, behind the shutter release, to adjust the default setting. In "Manual" mode, use the main dial to adjust shutter speed. Adjust the aperture setting by using the control dial on the back of the 50D body.
2. Adjust the ISO by holding down the "ISO" button and turning the main dial. The Canon 50D's ISO ranges from 100 to 3200. The ISO is automatically set when the ISO setting is changed to "Auto."
3. Lock the exposure on the Canon EOS 50D by pressing the "Asterisk" button on the back of the camera body. Pressing the "AE Lock" button maintains the current exposure settings so they do not change under varying light conditions.
4. Select the "Quality" field in the main menu using the main control dial. Choose a file type and size for your pictures. The EOS 50D can shoot RAW files, JPEGs or both simultaneously. RAW files carry three times as much information as JPEGs, giving you more color detail options while editing your photos. The "RAW" option in the menu refers to the biggest raw file setting. The "SRAW" option refers to smaller raw files. The "L," "M" and "S" settings represent the large, medium and small JPEG file settings.
5. Correct white balance by selecting "Menu" and "WB Shift/Bkt." Press "Set" when done. Toggle the directional button above the control dial on the back of the 50D body to shift the color in any of the directions displayed on the grid. On the grid, color filters are displayed clockwise in this order: green, amber, magenta and blue. The box on the right corner of the LCD indicates how far you have shifted the color in any one direction. Pick your desired setting and press the "Set" button to save and use it for picture taking.
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Box cameras were the original consumer cameras. They were designed to be easy to use and were the precursor of today's point-and-shoot cameras. They generally used the medium film formats of 120, 620 or 616. Only the 120 format still is manufactured. Loading a box camera involved stretching the film across the wide opening behind the lens, then inserting a tab of paper backing into a take-up reel.
Instructions
1. Determine the type of latches used to hold the back to the rest of the camera. Usually, there will be two mechanisms to secure the back, although this may vary with the manufacturer.
2. Unhook any latches on the top, bottom or sides that secure the back of the camera. These may be clips, sliding buttons or regular latches.
3. Pull out the film-winding knob, but not too far. You don't want to remove it from the camera, just to pull it out far enough to disengage and unlock the camera back. On many box cameras, the film-winding knob is the second part of the camera's locking mechanism. It may not look like it pulls out, but it does on most box cameras. It may or may not click when it is out, but it won't pull out any farther unless it is broken.
4. Hold the front part of the camera in one hand and firmly pull out the back section with the other hand. The back section generally will contain the image cone, the take-up reel and the place for the insertion of the film roll.
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Installing a driver for your Sanyo S770 digital camera will be necessary for importing photos from your camera.
The Sanyo S770 is an affordable digital camera that is perfect for taking great snapshots at a low cost. However, you may have some trouble trying to import your photos if you have not installed the drivers for the camera. Modern operating systems should already be able to detect the camera, but older systems like Windows 98 will need the driver installation. If your camera came with a driver installation CD, the process will be as simple as inserting the disc and installing the necessary software.
Instructions
Set Your Camera to USB Mode
1. Turn on your Sanyo S770 digital camera to "Camera" mode.
2. Press the "Menu" button. Go to "Setup" and press the "OK" button.
3. Select "USB Mode" and press "OK" again.
4. Select "MDSC" and press the "OK" button.
5. Turn off the camera.
Connecting to Your Computer
6. Connect the Sanyo S770 camera to your computer with a USB cable.
7. Turn on the camera. If you do not see a pop-up window confirming a new device, check in Windows Explorer to see if there is a "Removable Disk" listed among your hard drives.
8. Open the "Removable Disk" drive. Open the folder named "DCIM."
9. Open the folder labeled "100SANPH." This folder will contain your image files.
10. Proceed to the next section if your camera is not connecting to your computer.
Installing a Driver from a CD
11. Insert the installation CD that came with your Sanyo digital camera. If you do not have the CD, you will have to contact Sanyo's customer support (see Resources). As of August 2010, Sanyo does not offer a driver download for the S770 on its website.
12. Follow the instructions on the installation program when it opens. If it does not automatically open, access the CD-ROM drive in Windows Explorer to open the installer.
13. Plug the Sanyo S770 digital camera into your computer after installation has completed.
14. Turn on the Sanyo S770 camera. The ArcSoft photo software should open and allow you to import your photos.
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The simplest way to turn a car cassette player into a CD player is to buy a converter that installs in the cassette compartment of the existing stereo in your dashboard. The converter allows you to connect to a portable CD player that can be used with your current stereo system and played through the car speakers.
Instructions
1. Insert the converter, which is shaped like a cassette tape, into the cassette slot of your car stereo. The converter should be pushed in completely so that it locks into place like a normal cassette.
2. The converter is attached to a wire terminating in an audio plug on the other side. Insert the plug into the audio out or headphone jack on a portable CD player.
3. Connect the electric adapter that comes with your converter kit to the AC power jack on the portable CD player. Plug the other end of the electric adapter into the car's cigarette lighter socket or 12-volt power supply.
4. Insert a CD in the portable player and start playback.
5. Start the car and turn on the cassette stereo on your dashboard, adjusting the volume as desired.
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A Slingbox player allows access to a user's home TV, DVD, DVR, cable and satellite on a remote computer.
SlingPlayer Desktop
SlingPlayer is the software that is used in conjunction with the hardware inside of a Slingbox. This software is used on a PC or MAC computer to access the viewer's home entertainment equipment through the Internet.
SlingPlayer Mobile
SlingPlayer Mobile is similar to SlingPlayer, but it allows access by a mobile device such as a cell phone or Blackberry.
Function
Once a Slingbox has been connected to a user's home entertainment equipment and SlingPlayer has been downloaded, access is then granted to the user, allowing him to see exactly what he would see if he were at home. He would be able to watch the same cable programming, or shows that he recorded on a DVR.
Identification
Internet TV allows access to individual programs that are being broadcast over the Internet. Slingbox allows access to any show that is accessible from the user's home TV.
Benefits
SlingPlayer can be accompanied by SlingCatcher, which allows the user to take any video that is on their computer screen and allow it to be seen on their TV.
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Continuous lighting can be hard to use, but with some practice it can become second nature.
Continuous lighting has become more and more popular among photographers as the popularity of digital photography has risen. It allows the photographer to light a subject without the use of the camera's own flash or the addition of a flash gun. Continuous lighting can be a useful piece of equipment when used correctly and can enhance the final outcome of your image. By following a few simple steps, you will soon be using continuous lighting with confidence.
Instructions
Use Continuous Lighting
1. Set your lights up on stands. Stands can be very useful when working with continuous lighting. Their main purpose is to hold the lights and any attachments in a fixed position so you can light your subject with a steady stream of light. They will allow you to fix a number of different attachments to them which can help you adjust the way your subject is lit. The lights should be easy to attach to the stands by a simple screw mechanism.
2. Check the power supply. If you are shooting on location, or away from a main electricity supply, you will probably be using a portable power supply. Before you begin your shoot, check that the power supply is fully charged and switched on. These power supplies can run out of power quite quickly, so it is vital that you charge them fully before leaving so that they don't run out of power during your shoot.
3. Take your first photo. Once you have set up your lights, it is time to take your first photo. This will act as a test shot so you can then see what, if any, attachments you will want to add or use to improve your image.
4. Add any attachments that you want. By using a boom, you can add a number of different attachments to your lights depending on what you want to change about your image. You could use a diffuser to contain the light and control the angle where it meets your subject; or, if the light is too strong, you might add an umbrella to soften the light by bouncing it off the umbrella. You might also decide to use a snoot to turn your light source into a smaller light source and tighten the cone of light that is cast.
5. Experiment with different bulbs. Different bulbs give off different types of light and can have a big effect on the outcome of your image. Bulbs are relatively inexpensive and can be found in any good hardware store. You can use tungsten, HMI, fluorescent or colored bulbs to change the look of your image.
6. Practice until you are confident. A good idea would be to practice on a friend or family member to improve your confidence. Continuous lighting can be daunting to use as there is a lot of equipment that comes with it; however, it is something that can become second nature if you take the time to practice and familiarize yourself with the ins and outs of continuous lighting.
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The Portable Sony Playstation (PSP) can play various forms of media including music. Before attempting to upload music, however, ensure that you have all the required equipment and that your music files are in MP3 format.
Rip from CD
Rip your music from your favorite CD's. Go to download.com (see Resources) and type "convert to MP3" in the search box at the top of the screen. Scroll down the results and find "Convert MP3 3.0" (the full version number will be longer). Click "Download Now."
Install Program
Install the MP3 Converter program. It will be located where you directed it to be saved. Once the program is installed open it and insert your CD. The program will begin to rip to your computer. You can also select certain song(s) that you wish to download.
PSP/Computer Connection
Attach the USB cable that came with your PSP to the console and your Windows PC. Macintosh computers are not supported. Turn on your PSP and press "Settings." Then use the directional pad to select "USB Connection." Your computer should now recognize your PSP and will assign the console a letter (D, E, H, etc.). Next, create a folder on the PSP drive and name it something that you will recognize---album name, artist name, etc. Locate your music files from where you have them stored on your computer and drag them into the created folder on your PSP. You can then disconnect the PSP from the computer.
Play the Music
Use the directional pad to find the "Music" option. Next, look for and choose "Memory Stick." Search for the folder where your ripped songs are located. Click on a song to play it.
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Buying gifts for teens is challenging. They are in between the child and adult stages, and developing a sense of who they are and who they want to become. To choose a gift for teens, buy them something that will enhance their day-to-day life and incorporates their hobbies. Teens also enjoy high-tech gifts that make them feel up-do-date and cool
MP3
MP3's are useful and incredibly popular, especially among teenagers. An MP3 player isn't just about music anymore. MP3 players now stream video and television shows, store pictures and have a variety of games for your teen to play. If the teenager in your life is active, she can listen to the MP3 player while she exercises. If he hates long car rides, it will make road trips and travel more tolerable for everyone involved. If you are looking for more gifts, buy him MP3 player accessories to go along with it, such as speakers or karaoke plug-ins.
Digital Camera
Teenagers are developing their social life and are very involved with their friends. For this reason, it is important that they have a way to document the activities in their lives. Digital cameras can be purchased at very reasonable prices, online or in the stores. Again, other accessories can be purchased to go along with the digital camera, such as a photo printer, additional chargers, or a camera case. Another way to add creativity to your digital camera dish is to buy scrapbooking materials or a book on photography to accompany the gift.
Digital Note Taker
For the scholar in your life, make her life a little easier. This gift is especially helpful if the teenager is going to college in the next few years. A digital note taker looks and works like a normal pen. Use it to take notes in class, just as you would any other day. However, while the student is writing, it is also digitally recording everything that is being written. When class is over, plug it into your computer and transfer all the notes to your desktop, converting handwriting into computer text for easier reading later.
Talking Dictionary
Another gift for the student and future college student is a talking dictionary. Though a dictionary may help in school, it will also help the teen when she hears a word she doesn't understand on TV or reads it in a book, and when she's writing papers, emails or any other written communication. The dictionary will give the definition of the word, as well as an out loud pronunciation of the word.
Your Polaroid digital camera might not turn on, shut off automatically or its LCD becomes blank on occasion. Other issues may occur from time to time. Sometimes an error message displays to alert you of a problem. Follow a troubleshooting strategy that addresses situations with and without the clue of an error prompt.
Instructions
1. Charge or replace the two AA batteries with new ones if the camera does not turn on or the lens does not retract. Verify that the correct battery type is selected in the Setup menu. Press the "Menu" button. Use the left flower, right lightening bolt, up, and down arrow buttons to navigate through the menus and make your selections. Select the "Setup" menu wrench/hammer icon. Select "Battery Type." Choose from "Alkaline," "NiMH," "Lithium," or "Oxyride." Press the "OK" or lightening bolt arrow icon to accept the new battery setting.
2. Press any button other than the "Power" button if the camera automatically shuts off or the LCD turns blank. Press the "Menu" button if the camera still automatically shuts off. Select "Power Save." Select "Off."
3. Replace the memory card with one that has an image format supported by the camera if the LCD displays a "No image" or "Not available for this file" error message.
4. Download images to your computer and delete unwanted images if the LCD displays "Memory full."
5. Press the "Play" button to enter Playback mode if the LCD displays "File locked." Select "Protect." Select "Unlock All" or select "Single," and then use the directional arrow buttons to scroll to the file. Select "Unlock" to unlock a single file.
6. Remove the memory card and set the write-protect switch to the unlocked position if the LCD displays "Card locked," "Format error" or "Copy error." Replace the memory card or delete unwanted image files if the Copy error message is still displayed.
7. Press the "Menu" button if your TV screen displays a "No image" error message when your camera is connected to it. Select the "Setup" menu wrench/hammer icon. Select "TV Out." Select "NTSC" for Canada, Japan, Taiwan, USA and nearby geographical areas or select "PAL" for Asia, Oceania and Europe and nearby geographical areas. Press the "OK" or lightening bolt arrow icon to accept the new setting.
8. Press the "Menu" button to begin the process of resetting your camera back to its factory defaults if problems continue and an error message or no error message is displayed. Select the "Setup" menu wrench/hammer icon. Select "Reset All." Select "Yes." Alternatively, select "Cancel" to cancel the action.
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GPS systems are one of the newest and most convenient automotive accessories in the last ten years. They can provide directions, save you when you are lost, or even help you to avoid traffic jams. One company that has established a reputation for excellence is Garmin, so here is choose a Garmin GPS system for your car.
Instructions
1. Visit the Garmin Web site (see Resources below). This will give you the information on what they're newest and most impressive GPS systems are and what they have to offer.
2. Choose two or three of the devices that are interesting. You will want to do more research on these devices to find out what independent reviewers and other consumers thought of them.
3. Visit third party reviewing sites for further information on the models you choose (see Resources below).
4. Ask friends and family about any experience they have had with GPS systems, especially if they have used a Garmin.
5. Try them out. Often, when you have a dealer in town, you will be able to go there and try out one of the systems. Find out which are comfortable and easy to use for you.
6. Consider the price. Garmin GPS systems for you car are on the order of a couple of hundred dollars.
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Microsoft's Vista operating system is a huge improvement over its buggy XP operating system. However, it can be infuriating when you discover that many pieces of your older equipment no longer work. Case in point is the Creative ZEN Touch MP3 player. Unfortunately, if you install the Creative Jukebox software from the CD that came with it, you will find that Vista does not recognize the MP3 player. To remedy that migraine-inducing situation, learn get your Creative ZEN to work in Windows Vista.
Instructions
1. Determine which version of Creative MediaSource you are trying to get to work. If it is a version prior to the 5.10.38 release, then Windows Vista will not recognize your ZEN Touch MP3 player.
2. Download a new version of Creative MediaSource by visiting the company's website at Creative.com. You want to look for the file under the "support" tab and then under "download."
3. Fill out the relevant information to get to the download page for the Creative ZEN Touch.
4. Download the files titled "Creative PlaysForSure Devices Plugin 5.00.36 for Creative MediaSource 5 Player/Organizer" and "Creative MediaSource Player/Organizer 5.10.38."
5. Install the Creative MediaSource software. Connect your ZEN Touch MP3 player to your computer.
6. Run the PlaysForSure Device Plugin software. Important: This will change the firmware version on your Creative ZEN Touch, so it will also erase all of your songs. Even though it asks you to back up the files, you will find that it can't do it in Vista until the firmware is updated. Try backing up your Creative ZEN Touch on a Windows XP computer first.
7. Reload your music after you update the firmware. You may have to do this individually. But, at least your Creative ZEN Touch will work in Vista now.
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If you want better bass in your car audio system but wish to keep the installation as simple as possible, a powered subwoofer is the answer. One of the crucial tasks in installing and setting up your subwoofer is connecting it to the power cable. Without power, the subwoofer is just a box in your trunk. Connected to a power cable, it'll be a dynamic part of your car audio system.
Instructions
1. Find the power terminal on the powered subwoofer. Look for set screw connections labeled "+" or "Power in" or "Battery +". Loosen the set screw.
2. Strip the insulation off the end of the power cable so that a half inch of bare wire is visible. Be sure the power cable is not "live" when you do this. Remove the fuse in the line or disconnect it from the battery first. Put a spade connector on the end. Use "twist on"-style connectors--they're simple to use (just twist them onto the wire) and they're dependable.
3. Insert the spade connector under the set screw and tighten down the set screw to complete connecting your power cable to the powered subwoofer.
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Video conferencing is an invaluable business tool that allows people to have the in-person meeting experience without having to travel physically to the meeting. Video conferencing whiteboards are modeled to look and give the same experience to people in different geographical regions using their computers as when they are actually gathered together in a central conference room. This technology is another step toward a more flexible work environment.
Interactive
When people enter a video conference, the whiteboard will appear on their computer screen. Not only can people view what the conference host is putting on the whiteboard, but also the conference participants can type, draw, highlight and load graphics or documents onto the whiteboard during the conference.
Once a participant has entered something on the whiteboard, the other conference participants can modify, add to or highlight the contents. People can take turns or do their work simultaneously.
Lock Function
The conference host can lock the modify feature, so that the conference participants cannot modify, but can only view the whiteboard. The whiteboard, when used in this manner, functions more like an overhead projector.
Save Function
You can save any work that was done on the whiteboard, so that you can work on the whiteboard and later edit its contents prior to the video conference. You can also distribute the saved material to other employees.
Multiple Pages
You are not limited to the main screen. You can work with several pages of material on the whiteboard.
Application Sharing
The participants in the video conference can all interact with a software program that one computer is running, if they have that particular software or not. They can actually use the software that they don't have on their own computer during the video conference. For example, if the person running the application selects the option to share, everyone can use the particular features of his program. The option to stop sharing can be utilized at any time.
Chat Feature
Chatting is actually text messaging to one another during the conference. It is used in case the audio goes out or in case people two people need to have a private discussion during the video conference. Chats can be saved for future reference, similar to an email.
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Many companies offer telecine services, the industry term for transferring motion picture film formats to video. These services can be costly. With some simple steps and home equipment, it is possible to transfer 8mm film to DVD yourself. There are two steps to transferring 8mm film to DVD: getting the film onto tape, and getting the tape onto DVD.
Instructions
Capturing Film to Videotape
1. Set up your camcorder as close to your 8mm projector as possible. Hit RECORD, and then PAUSE. Leave the camcorder on PAUSE.
2. Project your 8mm film to see what your frame will look like. Do not immediately start the camcorder.
3. Look into the viewer of the camcorder. Zoom in, zoom out or move the camcorder to frame the 8mm projection as best you can. Once you are satisfied with the framing on the camcorder, you will be ready to capture.
4. Rewind both the camcorder and the 8mm projector.
5. Hit RECORD on the camcorder.
6. Start the 8mm projector. You are now capturing your 8mm to videotape.
Burning to DVD
7. Capture your videotape on your computer. Using a Firewire iEEE 1394 cable, connect your camcorder to your computer. Turn on the camcorder.
8. Use your media software to connect to your camcorder. On a Mac, the bundled software is iMovie. On a Windows PC, the software is Windows Media Maker.
9. Follow the instructions on your media software to capture or import video from your camera. The software should immediately recognize your camcorder when you open it. If it does not, reboot your computer. Make sure you hook up the camcorder and turn it on before you open the media software.
10. Follow the instructions on your media software to burn or output the video to DVD.
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The Nikon D70 is the workhorse of digital cameras, chosen by many professional photographers for the low price and high dependability. Because it's a Nikon, the lenses are interchangeable with any other Nikon, so professionals that stick to one brand can avoid buying specialized accessories for every camera body. In addition, this camera is easy to set and easy to clean, making it perfect for shooting photos in less than studio environments.
Instructions
1. Set the dial on the left to A for automatic. Unless you are attempting art photography, the dial need never stray from this setting. This setting allows the camera to set the right exposure and light levels for the depth of field without any cumbersome adjustments from the photographer. Slightly depressing the shutter will cause the camera to auto focus. The only problem with this setting is that the camera will not allow the picture to be taken if there is insufficient light or if it is out of focus.
2. Choose the highest resolution setting, extra fine, for your pictures. This takes the pictures at the best quality available and saves the most information on the memory card. Even on this setting, you can get about 250 pictures on a 1 gigabyte memory card, so there is no reason to shoot at lower quality. In addition, if you want to manipulate the photos later in Photoshop or other digital imaging program, you will start with the best base quality possible for this camera.
3. Shoot with the built-in flash. Opening up the flash as an option will let the camera decide if additional light is needed. The built-in flash is great for fill lighting a face when the main light source is behind your subject.
4. Carry a spare battery pack and memory card. Even with a good sized memory card, unless you can download your photos several times a day and recharge the battery pack, it's good to have a spare. On a vacation tour, it is completely reasonable to shoot 400 or more pictures in a day.
5. Take lots of pictures. With the view screen on the back of the camera, you can immediately review your pictures and delete the ones you don't like or wait and delete. Taking time to delete them while you are shooting can mean missing other great shots, so waiting until later is a good idea.
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Strobe lights are basically large or small detachable flashes that are commonly called cold lights in photography. The reason is that these lights are relatively cool compared to hot lights, those studio lights which are always on and get hot enough to set fire to a phone book. The advantage with cold lights is you don't have to sweat and waste a lot of energy; the disadvantage is they can be more difficult to meter and control, because they aren't always one. Read on to learn use strobe lights in photography.
Instructions
1. Set up your subject in your studio in a light box, blocking off the ambient light you do not want in the photograph, either from the back, or side. It depends on how you want to make your subject look.
2. Set up your camera and compose the subject in your view finder.
3. Position your strobes so they throw the correct light on your subject. To add definition choose a hard angle with the strobe facing towards the texture of the subject. Or light just one side, and create a starkly contrasting shot, with one side lit and another in shadow.
4. Attach your camera sync cord to the flash, and perform the metering for the shot. Your camera should adjust to the power output of the strobe light, however, if you are concentrating the strobe's light with a honey comb, or placing it very close to the subject, you may want to adjust the exposure a few stops.
5. Shoot your photos and if using a digital camera, check out your result on your computer and make the adjustments you need to make. Remember, the strobes will throw a decent amount of light, but unlike constant hot lights you have to use a little judgment and imagination to get the correct exposure and look you are searching for.
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Before you convert your pictures to black and white, they will appear red in color.
Released in 2005, the Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H1 is a 5.3 megapixel compact digital camera equipped with a 10x optical zoom lens. The camera is designed to be a bridge model compact digital camera offering more features than entry level point and shoot models, but lacking the flexibility available in digital single lens reflex (DSLR) models. While the camera may have been a leader when it was first released, by 2010 it pales in comparison to current models. You can convert the camera to record in infrared, which opens up a new genre of photography.
Instructions
1. Turn the camera off and remove the battery from the camera.
2. Remove the small screws from the bottom and sides of the camera. Use a small slot screwdriver or butter knife to pry the camera casing apart.
3. Remove the LCD screen and circuit assembly from the camera casing and locate the digital sensor behind the lens assembly.
4. Carefully remove the IR blocking filter from the sensor. This is a thin piece of film that is bluish green in color.
5. Install an IR filter in the same place you removed the IR blocking filter. This will block visible light from hitting the sensor.
6. Carefully reassemble your camera, and it will be ready to be used. You will need to focus the camera manually since visible light will now be eliminated, and auto-focus systems work with visible light.
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A/V cables bring video from the camcorder directly to your TV.
The Sony DCR-HC32 camcorder was released in 2005. Some of its features include MiniDV recording, 20x optical zoom, a SteadyShot picture stabilization system, 2.5-inch touch LCD screen, and NightShot Plus, which enhances video taken in low light. The camera weighs 3 lbs, measures 4.4 x 3.5 x 2.2 inches, and comes with an AC adapter, power cord, handycam station, wireless remote, A/V connector cable, USB cable, shoulder strap and a rechargeable battery pack.
Instructions
1. Charge the lithium battery pack by first attaching it to your camcorder. In the back of the camcorder under the viewfinder, slide the battery pack into place in a downward motion. Make sure the power switch (back-right side of camera) is turned to "Off." Plug the AC adapter into the DC-IN jack on the station, and attach the power cord to the outlet and AC adapter. Mount the camcorder on top of the station. The charging indicator light will turn off after the battery has completely charged.
2. Turn on the power using the switch at the front-left side of the camcorder (if you're looking at the cam from behind). Open the lens cover. Insert a MiniDV tape by sliding the "Open/Eject" button forward, opening the tape housing, and slipping a blank tape in with its window facing out. Close the tape chamber.
3. Hold the camera firmly (make sure the strap is tight around your hand). Try to keep the movement of the camcorder to a minimum, as this action will contribute to shaky, unsteady footage.
4. Video can be visually composed one of two ways: by looking through the viewfinder or flipping open the LCD panel. The LCD screen can also be tilted, so that you may see what you're doing while filming a self-portrait. Touch the LCD screen to access most of the menu options. Select your desired aspect ratio (16:9 or 4:3) using the "Wide Select" button located underneath the LCD screen before you begin filming.
5. Move the power switch to the "Tape" icon. Select the "Easy" button (blue light) located on the body of the camera at the LCD screen housing edge. Record by pushing the "Rec Start/Stop" button positioned near your thumb on the right-back side of the camera (which also doubles as the Power switch). Press the "Rec Start/Stop" button again to stop filming.
6. Play the footage back by turning the Power switch to "Play/Edit." Press the "Easy" button again. Begin playback of your movie by tapping the rewind button and then selecting "Play/Pause." Review as you see fit by utilizing the "Rewind" and "Fast Forward" buttons. If you are finished filming and wish to archive the footage you've taken, eject the tape and move the little "No Record/Safety" switch over on the tape.
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Headphones typically connect to an audio source and allow you to listen to music or other audio without everyone else having to hear to it. These small loudspeakers sit close to the ears and are convenient for on-the-go listening. Building headphones takes only a few minutes, but you must spend a little money to find some specific supplies in order to complete the project.
Instructions
1. Remove the lids from two soda bottles. Make a hole from one side of the lid to the other side. The wires will be going through these holes.
2. Make a band with the cable cord. Place the end of the cable cord near your right ear and bring the remaining cord over the top of your head to your other ear. Cut off the remaining cord with pliers.
3. Measure how much wire you will need. Leaving an extra 1 1/2 inches at one end of your wires, wrap the wire around the cable cord until it reaches the other end. Again leave another 1 1/2 inches on the end. Cut the wire with side cutter pliers.
4. Place the cable cord through the holes of the bottle lids. Then pull the cable cord through the hole enough to bend it towards the back of the lids.
5. Connect the wire. You will need enough wire on each side to connect to the speakers and to the ear phone pin. The ear phone pin will be inserted into the right lid. It will be held by wrapping the wire around it.
6. Put speakers inside the lids. Measure the diameter of the lids to know what size speakers and foam you will need. Use foam to cover the speakers, and make sure it is a little bigger than the size of the lid to cover your ear. Put glue onto the edges of the foam and attach the lids. Then plug in your ear phone pin to a radio and enjoy your music in private.
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When security becomes an issue, using a surveillance system is an excellent way to prevent criminal activities. Certain systems are able to keep track of valuable items, monitor residential and business properties and even determine if an employee is completing the tasks that he was assigned to complete. However, there are times when a security camera must be disguised to be effective. This guide will show you disguise your surveillance camera for maximum security.
Instructions
1. Decide where your camera will be positioned. A great security system disguise is only useful if it is unknown to the persons being monitored. Pick a location where the camera will not be expected.
2. Use a disguise that would normally be mistaken for an everyday object, such as a medium-sized recyclable trash can box. Cameras used in this instance must be small enough to blend in with the apparatus and be undetectable to anyone walking by.
3. Using the recyclable trash can method, place Styrofoam or some other soft items in the bottom of the can. Place the can facing the direction of your intended target area. Mount the camera within the can and on top of the Styrofoam already inside the can and position the camera lens toward the can side. Place more Styrofoam over the camera and inside the can until it nearly touches the surface of the trash can lid. Make sure that the foam does not cover the camera lens.
4. Cut out a small, pencil-eraser-sized hole from the side of the can so that the camera may view the outside of the can. Make sure that the hole is undetectable and does not appear contrived. Place a "Full" sign on the top of the can lid and tape the lid shut. Taping the can closed will prevent passersby from actually tossing in any bottles or other actual recyclable items. Be sure to move your spy can around every so often to avoid regular passersby from becoming suspicious of your constantly "full" recyclable can. You now have your very own "spy can" surveillance camera disguise.
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The Nikon D300 can be used for taking portraits by amateur and professional photographers. It offers automatic, semi-automatic and manual modes, providing various levels of creative control. The interchangeable lens mount system works with any of Nikon's F mount lenses, allowing new and old lenses to be used on the D300 body.
Instructions
1. Check your batteries and if necessary, insert a freshly charged battery into the battery compartment. The D300 functions best when the battery is at full charge.
2. Choose your lens. A good portrait lens allows the photographer to have maximum control over aperture settings. Remove the cover on the camera body's F mount lens mount system, and then insert the lens and secure it by twisting until the mount clicks.
3. Turn on the camera by rotating the switch on the top right of the camera to "On."
4. Select your shooting mode. The Nikon D300 offers a "Portrait" mode and also semi-automatic modes such as "Aperture Priority" and "Shutter Priority" that allow for more creative control.
5. Pose your subject and look through the viewfinder to compose your image. If necessary, take a meter reading and adjust the D300's settings to match the meter. You are now ready to take your portrait.
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If you would like to take a family portrait but don't have the money to hire a professional photographer or don't want to bother dragging everyone to a professional photo studio, consider having an automatic camera with a self-timer do the work for you.
Instructions
1. Pick a day when everyone will be available and in the same area for the family portrait.
2. Choose a time based on what is most convenient for everyone.
3. Select a location for your family portrait. Someone's living room, backyard, a park, the beach or a wedding reception hall make great locations.
4. Choose an alternate portrait location if your first choice is outdoors, just in case the weather is crummy.
5. Make sure everyone in the family knows the date, time and place.
6. Choose a theme for the attire to be worn for the family portrait. Options include formal attire, black and white, jeans or casual. Make sure everyone knows the attire theme.
7. Gather your family together and make sure everyone is there. Decide where everyone should sit or stand, and have everyone move accordingly. Make sure you leave a spot in the group for yourself.
8. Set up the camera on its tripod facing your family and your chosen background. Look through the viewfinder to make sure the family and background look good. Make any changes as necessary.
9. Make sure the background doesn't contain any objects that could appear as if they're sprouting from people's heads.
10. Set the automatic timer on your camera to about a 10-second delay.
11. Run to your spot and pose.
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Even as iPods and other MP3 players dominate the audio marketplace, CD players are still a viable, affordable option for music playback. CD players have a long history of offering quality audio playback for consumers in the U.S. and abroad.
History
Compact disc players, or CD players, hit the market in 1982, according to MediaTechnics.com. The format steadily rose in popularity because it offered many advantages when compared with cassette and vinyl options.
Features
CD players initially outshined competing audio devices with nearly instant track selection capabilities. But this feature is no longer cutting-edge as MP3 players offer quick track selection too.
Audio Quality
As the term "digital" is used to describe new audio devices, many forget CD players have provided digital output since their inception. CDs are capable of holding hundreds of megabytes of digitally formatted audio.
Loading
CD players feature various loading options. Top loading is common among single-disc players, vertical loading is used in car systems and trays are useful for multi-disc changers.
Adaptations
With the rise of computer technology, CD-ROM drives have become standard on many PCs and Macs, allowing for built-in CD player technology.
The Lucent Bell 8510 phone is a voice terminal, part of a corporate phone system. It comes with several features including an automatic dial feature with 30 possible saved directory entries. These phone terminals are often switched from employee to employee, so the directory listings of another user often remain on the phone. To add your own directory listings you must first delete the previous users directory listings, and unfortunately the phone terminal does not have an automatic reset to default settings switch. The only way to delete these old directory entries is to manually delete the 30 entries one by one.
Instructions
1. Locate the "~" key on the phone and press it.
2. Press the key under the "Directory " title.
3. Press the "Add/Del" key to eliminate a directory entry. Some companies may lock the phone units so you may need to get a three-digit password to unlock the directory settings. Contact personnel or the IT department if this is the case.
4. Notice the display stating "Select to Delete" that offers a directory name. Press the key under the "Delete" title. Notice the display confirming the delete command. Continue to delete all the entries you want in this way.
5. Keep certain entries by pressing the "~" to page forward or backward and delete only the entries you do not need. By pressing the key under the "Delete" phone command. The display will confirm your delete option.
Printer manufacturer Canon Inc. runs a printing projects website called Creative Park, where users can download directions, patterns and designs for a variety of paper craft projects. The difficulty level of the projects on Creative Park range from novice-friendly to advanced. Canon offers all of the projects on Creative Park at no charge, allowing you to download as many as you wish.
Gifts
Canon offers patterns and instructions for birthday and holiday cards, which you can personalize with a person's name or even your own text. Some cards involve folding along pre-printed patterns, enabling you to create three dimensional art to your card. On Creative Park, users can also download designs for envelopes that match the theme of the card they wish to make. In addition to cards, Creative Park also offers patterns for gift boxes made from thicker paper such as card stock. Box patterns include some of the same themes as the cards, while others incorporate decorations such as three-dimensional paper butterflies on the lid.
Paper Models
Creative Park includes a variety of paper model patterns t help you create paper art for holiday d cor, gifts or toys for children. The Website gives you the pattern along with step-by-step instructions on fold the paper correctly to make cars with wheels that turn, birds that flap their wings and paper airplanes that glide through the air. When you print out the origami templates, your printer will also fill in colors for the final product, adding eyes to animals and people, texture to buildings and text to holiday items.
Scrapbooking
Canon provides scrapbooking projects on Creative Park, including themed kits to help you create an entire scrapbook page using your printer. Instead of having to glue different pieces of paper or other materials together, the kits allow you to print the entire design along with photographs on matte photo paper, speeding the scrapbooking-creation process. For those who still want to glue different materials to a page, Canon also offers individual designs you print and cut out.
Photo Files
When you need the right photo for a project, you can look at Canon's Creative Park for professional photos of people, places, animals and different objects. You download the picture files to your computer and then either print the photos or use them in your software program of choice to create calendars, cards or similar items.
Calendars
Canon also offers templates or completed designs with a variety of themes for calendars. Some calendar designs involve you putting together a three-dimensional model, while others use your own photos, adding a frame with the days of the month. To display on desks or tables, Creative Park has triangular calendars that are made of a single sheet of paper folded.
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The Fuji S3500 camera alerts you to low batteries on the camera's LCD display screen. When the batteries run low, you should replace them right away to avoid losing pictures from the memory card or erasing the camera settings. The S3500 uses four AA batteries. Buy replacement batteries or use rechargeable batteries to keep your S3500 in the best working condition.
Instructions
1. Turn the power off to your S3500 camera. Turn the camera upside down to access the battery cover. Slide out the battery cover to release it.
2. Open the battery cover and remove the batteries from the compartment. Insert the new batteries in the direction indicated by the polarity indicators on the cover. When you see a "-" sign, insert the battery so that the "-" side faces up. If you see a "+" sign, insert the battery so that the "+" faces up.
3. Position the battery compartment cover and slide it back into place until it locks. Turn the camera upright. Turn on the power to test the new batteries.
Cannon manufactures several digital cameras that use CompactFlash cards.
CompactFlash, which was created in 1994, is a small removable device that stores data. It is a small rectangular card and weighs approximately a half ounce. CompactFlash cards use flash technology, a type of storage that does not require the use of a battery to store data permanently. Several brands of digital cameras use compact flash cards to store images. Canon, an electronics manufacturer, has several camera models with CompactFlash cards installed.
Canon PowerShot A100
The Cannon PowerShot A100 has a 1.2 megapixel sensor and an auto focus lens with 3.2x digital zoom. It offers various photo modes, including manual, black-and-white and movie. Included with this model is an 8 MB CompactFlash memory card that stores up to 32 photos and over a minute of video.
Canon PowerShot S10
This Canon model has 2.1 megapixel capacity and a 2x zoom lens. It is relatively small compared to other similar cameras in its class. It comes with a software package including Adobe PhotoDeluxe and Photostitch and an 8 MB CompactFlash card.
Canon EOS-1D
In the EOS line, a more sophisticated and expensive line of Cannon cameras, the Cannon EOS-1D has a 10.1 megapixel sensor, a larger 3.0-inch LCD screen and a cleaning system which uses mechanical and software technology to regulate dust accumulation on the camera lens. It has two memory card slots, one for CompactFlash cards and one for SD cards, and both can be used simultaneously.
Canon EOS 5D
The EOS 5D has CompactFlash memory storage, 12.8 megapixels for resolution, a 2.5-inch monitor and a CMOS sensor which reduces noise in photos, allowing for better quality images. It comes with a 24-105 mm lens and is compatible with all EF lenses made by Cannon, making it well suited for photographers who need a wide variety of lens options.
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Analog radiography is a method of procuring images of the human body for medical purposes. This method uses a computer to read digitized, projected X-rays of the human body or other targeted objects that are presented on an X-ray film. Although the core idea is the same, that of obtaining X-rays from the human body, the essential difference between analog and film technology is that while film technology uses dark areas that disperse the image, analog technology orders the same in rows and columns, making the images readable in quantum numbers, referred to as pixels.
Increased Clarity
The biggest advantage analog technology offers is increased clarity in the image. The distortions are far fewer than in the older film technology, and the focus is sharper. Analog images also provide vastly improved spatial resolution, so the images enable deeper understanding of impacted diseases and organisms.
Flexibility
Flexibility is another important advantage analog radiography offers. With film imaging, the images cannot be changed once they are processed because they depend on external factors such as brightness in the lab and the way the images develop. However, with analog technology, parameters such as contrast and brightness can be manipulated, because it uses measurable pixel values, which can be altered to enable a better understanding of the image. Advanced software applications make this possible.
Cost Savings
An analog radiograph device has a high initial cost, but the cost can be more than offset in the long run due to savings on input and operating costs. With analog radiography, recurring expenses such as films, chemicals needed for processing films and labor for processing are eliminated.
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Halogen cookers effectively combine the benefits of cooking with electricity and gas. They provide instant heat, via powerful infrared lamps, but are nonetheless clean and convenient.
Principle
Halogen lamps work on the same principle as regular incandescent bulbs. Electric current flows through a threadlike conductor or filament, made from tungsten, causing it to become hot and emit light.
Halogen Gas
Halogen lamps contain a small amount of an electronegative halogen gas, such as bromine or iodine. The halogen gas is at a higher temperature --- up to 1,100 degrees Fahrenheit -- and pressure than the inert gas in a regular light bulb. The intense heat provided by halogen heating elements means that you can roast, say, a chicken and all the trimmings in around 30 minutes.
Filament
The temperature of a halogen lamp is hot enough to cook food, but also causes the tungsten filament to disintegrate. The gas also causes the filament to reabsorb tungsten atoms, so halogen lamps last much longer than their regular counterparts.
A lot of cell phones advertise that they provide 3G, or third generation, wireless network connections. The 3G connection offers a faster, wider range of wireless and Internet services than earlier generation cell phones.
Download/Upload
With a 3G network, you can download 14.4 megabits of data per second and upload 5.8 megabits of data per second on average.
Layers
The 3G network runs a layered system of information. The first layer is the general service, the middle layer controls data transmission, and the third layer contains basic connectivity information.
Wi-Fi vs. 3G
A Wi-Fi connection is a short-range wireless Internet connection, while 3G is designed specifically for cell phone technology and Internet access.
First 3G
A Japanese company developed the first 3G network in May 2001, followed by a South Korean company in 2002.
Frequency
The 3G network uses a different radio frequency than the previously used 2G network, so many countries had to build a new infrastructure before 3G became basically worldwide by 2007.
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Car stereo enthusiasts crave power, adaptability and control from their audio system. To provide power you need a quality stereo deck, high-capacity speakers and an amplifier. For adaptability, you might choose a stereo unit that allows you to play CDs, multidisc players, satellite radio and MP3 players. Nothing provides the level of control that stereo owners desire more than an equalizer. You can have a stereo and equalizer installed by an audio professional, or you can install them yourself for a fraction of the cost.
Safety
Before doing any stereo repairs or replacement, you must first disconnect the negative battery cable from the battery's negative lead post. Use a Phillips-head screwdriver or 10 mm wrench (depending on the vehicle) to loosen the cable's clamp. Remove the clamp from the negative lead post and leave it disconnected until your work is completed.
Failure to disconnect the negative battery cable before disconnecting any electrical component could lead to damage of the components or their connecting wires.
Installing the Stereo
Remove the factory stereo as explained in the vehicle owner's manual. Insert a faceplate adapter into the opening left by the removed factory deck. Connect the vehicle's stereo wiring to a wiring harness adapter. Feed the wiring harness adapter leads through the back of the faceplate adapter. Connect the wiring groups of the wiring harness adapter to the outlets in the back of the new stereo. Connect the patch cables and turn-on lead (for the equalizer) to the appropriate leads on the wiring harness adapter. Route the cables to the location of the equalizer, ideally in the trunk of the vehicle.
The faceplate adapter will provide a uniform platform to install the new aftermarket stereo. Not every deck will fit into the mounting bracket of every vehicle.
The wiring harness adapter, much like the faceplate adapter, will standardize the connections. Any stereo can be connected to any vehicle provided that a wiring harness adapter is used.
Use a trim panel removal tool to remove the paneling at the door openings that secure the carpeting to the floor of the vehicle. Lay the wiring from the stereo beneath the carpeting and secure the trim panels by hand.
If there is an amplifier connected to the stereo, run the patch cables on the opposite side of the vehicle as the amplifier's power cable. If laid on the same side as the patch cables, the power cable will emit a frequency that will cause interference.
Mounting the Equalizer
The equalizer is used to establish the levels for the various sound frequencies. It is not necessary to constantly adjust the levels throughout the life of the stereo. Because of this, the equalizer can be mounted in a location that does not allow the driver to access it while driving. The most common location to mount the equalizer is in the trunk of the vehicle.
Run the patch cables and the turn-on lead to the equalizer and connect them to the appropriate outlets. Most times you can use the path used by the rear speaker's wires. If you need to drill an opening to route the wires to the trunk, place rubber grommets in the new openings to protect the wiring.
Completing the Installation
After the equalizer is mounted and the stereo installed, make sure that all of the cables are stowed properly. The patch cables should be tucked beneath the carpeting near the doors. The stereo should be inserted into the faceplate adapter, and the trim paneling on the dash should be replaced.
Reconnect the negative battery cable to the negative battery lead post. Tighten the cable's clamp with a Phillips-head screwdriver or 10 mm wrench. The clamp needs to be tightened just enough so that the clamp cannot be moved around the lead by hand. Do not tighten the clamp to a point that will make future removals difficult.
Buy an Instant Cellphone Charger for When You Are on the Road
You've probably been in this situation. You're out and about, having a great time and then suddenly notice that you have one bar of power left on your phone. When that last bar starts blinking, it's a crucial situation. Without your cellphone you can't get in touch with friends or family, find phone numbers, listen to music, or retrieve urgent information. When your cell phone battery goes dead and you don't have a regular charger handy, there is a way that you can get a little extra power until you get home.
Instructions
1. Purchase an instant cell phone charger. Energizer, Cellboost, and TurboCharge sell a variety of these instant chargers for most cell phones (see "Resources" below). Make sure you choose the instant cellphone charger that is made for your style of phone with the right connectors.
2. Insert new batteries into the back of the instant cellphone charger. These instant chargers usually take one or two AA batteries.
3. Place the connector into the instant cellphone charger and the other side into the appropriate slot on your phone. Look for a blue light to start flashing on the instant charger to indicate that your phone is being charged. The portable charger acts the same as your home wall charger.
4. Leave the instant cellphone charger connected to your phone as you make your calls. Allow the phone to charge for at least a couple of minutes before attempting your first call, then let it sit afterward to gain some extra power while not in use. You may even be able to fully charge the phone using one of these handy instant chargers.
GPS Navigation is a digital interface suite used for generating directions. This technology has become the compass for the digital age. GPS Navigation is now available on vehicles, computers and mobile devices. It is commonly used on Pocket PCs and smartphones because these devices offer mobility. This article will explain, in detail, use a Pocket PC GPS.
Instructions
Use a Pocket PC GPS
1. Click the "Start" icon located on your Windows Explorer desktop taskbar. Click "Programs." The screen displays a list of icons that represent the programs and files in the folder.
2. Locate the "GPSGate" icon. Click to access. The GPS Configuration Wizard will appear automatically. The first screen in the setup wizard will display "Search Options" for you to configure.
3. Check the "Wired or Built in GPS" box. This should be the only checked box in this window. If other boxes are checked, uncheck them and click "Next." The GPS Setup Wizard will now attempt to detect the software and program driver to ensure the program is installed properly. When the wizard detects it, click "Yes" to proceed. You will be prompted to configure your "Output Settings."
4. Check the "Share with NMEA Applications" and "ActiveSync" boxes. Click "Next." Your GPS software will now configure your "Output Settings" and apply them to your software. The GPS Setup Wizard will display a notification screen indicating the setup's completion. Click "Finish."
5. Configure your personal GPS preferences to correlate to the Pocket PC settings. Click the GPS ActiveSync Settings. Locate the "Screen Resolution" or "Display" option. Click "Fit to Screen." The most important preference change you need to make is the screen adjustment. You will need to minimize the screen to accommodate your Pocket PC. This adjustment will make your maps and words legible.
An optical microscope relies on light in order to produce an image, so the amount of light has great influence on the image produced. Two terms used to describe the way this image is viewed are depth of focus and depth of field. There is a great deal of confusion between the two terms, but depth of focus is basically how clear an image is, and depth of field is basically how much of the object under the microscope can actually be viewed.
What is Depth of Focus?
Traditionally people called the depth of field "the depth of focus," but the depth of focus is now used when talking only about the image side of depth. Technically speaking, the depth of focus of an optical microscope is the range of image plane position at which the image may be viewed without appearing out of focus for an object or specimen that does not move or change location during the viewing. This means that the depth of focus is how clearly your specimen or object appears to a human eye.
Depth of Focus Compared with Depth of Field
The technical definition of depth of field is the range of motion along the optical axis an object or specimen can move without impacting clarity of viewing. This means the depth of field is how much the object or specimen can move and still be clear. The depth of focus is the opposite of the depth of field, taking place on the opposite side of the lens. Also, the depth of focus is measured in microscopic units of measurement, such as nanometers, while the depth of field is measured in macroscopic units, such as meters or feet.
Variables in Depth of Focus
While depth of field depends on the resolution of the individual microscope, the depth of focus depends on the magnification. This means the depth of focus can be improved by increasing your magnification. Both resolution and magnification depend on the quality of your microscope's lens, the size of the lens and how much light is actually reflected. This quality is also called numerical aperture.
Improving Focus Depth
While using a high-quality lens and increasing magnification, the focus depth is greatly improved. This also reduces the depth of field. For photomicrographers--people who use microscopes to take pictures of what they are studying--this is extremely important.
Equations for Calculation
One formula to determine the depth of focus quickly is to find the product of the focal length times the f-number (relative aperture) divided by 1000. This formula is best used when the focal length is a representation of the format size. For the most accurate results, the ideal formula is two multiplied by the f-number multiplied by the circle of confusion (rays refracting in the lens creating a spot of imperfect focus) multiplied by the quantity of one plus the magnification factor.
Transferring your old Super 8 films to video is an excellent way to back them up on a format that is durable and will be around a long time. You can send your Super 8 films to a company that will transfer them professionally , but that will take a lot of time and can become expensive very quickly. Instead, there is a simple way to make digital copies of your Super 8 films at home for free.
Instructions
1. Set up your Super 8 films on a Super 8 projector. Get them queued up and ready to project on a screen or other flat, white surface, but don't actually project them yet.
2. Set up your digital video camera. Aim it at the surface onto which you'll be projecting the Super 8 films. White-balance the camera using the camera's internal settings, and frame everything correctly so you are recording all of the Super 8 film frame.
3. Project the Super 8 films while simultaneously recording using the digital camera. This will create a high-quality "backup" copy of the Super 8 film on your camera.
4. Transfer the footage you've recorded to your computer. Depending on the type of camera, this could be as easy as taking the recordable DVD out of the camera and putting it in your computer's disc drive, or connecting your camera to a computer using a firewire cable and transferring it. Regardless, once you get the files on your computer, you will have created a digital backup of your Super 8 films.
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With the popularity of online movies and Internet shows, a lot of people are tuning into this mode of entertainment. Connecting your personal computer to a DirectTV TiVO, DirectTiVo for short, is doable. With a few requirements, you could be enjoying the shows you have streaming from your personal computer to your DirectTiVo.
Instructions
1. Connect the TiVo and the computer together using a cross-over cable. Use a Cat 5 Ethernet coupler if your crossover cable is not long enough. This cat 5 Ethernet coupler can be connected to a standard network cable which is not a crossover cable.
2. Configure your personal computer's Windows XP's Internet Connection Sharing. Configuring ICS would enable TiVo to obtain an IP address through your personal computer's DHCP (Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol). When configuring the ICS, ensure that you follow the manual steps and not the wizard steps.
3. Determine the IP address of your TiVo. If your TiVo had been originally configured to use DHCP which doesn't use a hard coded IP address. You can display the IP address of your TiVo by going into the Phone and Network Screen of your TiVo DVR. You can also use an IP Scanner to quickly determine the TiVo's IP address.
4. Go to your personal computer and then use the web browser to connect to TiVoWebPlus. Type in the TiVo's IP address on the web browser. This should look like http://192.168.0.X (X stands for the IP address last octet. The IP address can be between 192.168.0.1 to 192.168.0.254.
5. Start watching your Internet movies or any movie on your personal computer that will stream through your DirectTiVo to your television.
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GPS units can be useful for many different sports and activities. Some sports and activities, like geocaching, specifically use GPS, but you can also incorporate GPS information in other sports as well. Whether you need to mark locations or find your way to a particular point, GPS can help you in your sports activities.
Instructions
1. Track your distance and speed when you run or bike. Several manufacturers have sports GPS units that allow you to see your speed and mileage. Some models will also allow you to "race" yourself over the same course, which can be a great training aid.
2. Mark waypoints on your GPS to help you stay on course for a hike or mountain biking ride. Knowing where you are and which way you need to go can keep you from getting lost and get you back where you need to be. This can also be helpful for back country skiing, snowshoeing and cross country skiing.
3. Look for hidden treasures. The sport of geocaching involves using GPS units to find hidden items. Depending on the spot of the hidden cache, you might get quite the workout finding it, and some geocaching events support races and scavenger hunts as well.
4. Measure your heart rate, cadence and other information. In addition to speed and distance, many GPS units will give you other training related information that you can use to increase your endurance and fitness level.
5. Watch for advances in sporting equipment. GPS technology will be the training wave of the future, as it can give a lot of information if placed in soccer balls, footballs, baseballs and other equipment. This is just starting to enter the market in areas like running, soccer, skiing and skating, but will probably become more popular in the coming years.
Believe it or not, fluorescent lights are instrumental in the daily lives of millions. They are particularly useful in hospitals, schools and offices for better viewing. They also have long operating lives. Next time you come across fluorescent lighting, thank ballasts, which are necessary to make them work.
Function
A ballast is a light transformer wired to an electric circuit within a light bulb. When currents flow through the circuit, a magnetic field is produced inside the ballast. This magnetic field stays in the ballast until a light switch connected to the light is turned on. When someone turns on the light switch, the magnetic field bursts out of the ballast, stimulates the current, and the magnetic field in the ballast converts to energy. This causes the light to glow.
Electronic Ballasts
Electronic ballasts are the most popular of all ballast forms. Not only do they provide a natural glow, they are the most cost-effective. They also reduce light flicker and irritating noise. Electronic ballasts are inserted in quad and triple tubes, circlines and long twin tubes within a bulb. Electronic ballasts also deliver high output for germicide UV-C lamps. Other forms of ballasts include dimming and magnetic ballasts.
Ballast Partners
Ballasts work directly with phosphor, a white, powdery substance on the inside of a fluorescent bulb, and a filament. The filament is a coiled wire that runs from one end of the bulb to the other. When the ballast is operating, the phosphor heats electrons. These electrons produce energy to make the ballast function. The ballast must work with the phosphor and filament for it to operate correctly. One without the other will cause the light to fail.
Cycles Per Second
The hertz or cycles per second are the changes that occur in a ballast. The magnetic field in the ballast rotates 120 times per second. This causes the constant rate of light emitted in a fluorescent light. This action also produces the heat in fluorescent lighting. When the cycles per second reduce, the fluorescent lighting will begin to flicker and will eventually fail to provide light. Reduced hertz is irreparable. A new bulb with a new ballast must be installed in the lighting fixture for it to work again.
Regulation
Ballasts produce the initial form of energy in a fluorescent light. Once it has begun the process of forming light, it regulates the amount of energy emitted from the bulb. Without this regulation, the bulb would burn out faster.
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