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I own an Archos AV340 Video Jukebox/Recorder
TechLore - December 14, 2004
I had been waiting for a long time for this to come out and bought it as soon as it was available. That was September of 2003 and only now, after more than a year later, are there any real competitors in the portable video jukebox market. I bought it...
Resurrecting an old PDA for mobile GPS
TechLore - December 14, 2004
On a trip back from a friend's house last week, I found myself in a predicament. I was driving home from a distant suburb, missed an important turn, and got lost. To be fair, my friend's directions were fine, I'm just not that good. What made matt...
Navigating the Device Menu on Your Components
TechLore - December 14, 2004
Have you ever purchased a consumer electronic device, plugged it in and used it without ever adjusting any of the factory settings? Or do you even realize that your device has settings that can be adjusted? Configuring basic settings on your componen...
Do LCD TVs Burn In?
TechLore - December 14, 2004
What Is Burn In?Burn in is one of the most commonly misunderstood concepts regarding television displays. Burn in is a phenomenon associated to television products, where a static image left on the screen, over time, can permanently wear itself into ...
Enhance Playback of Playstation Games on the Playstation 2
TechLore - December 14, 2004
Backwards Compatibility The original Sony Playstation was a huge hit across the globe and has an extensive library of quality game titles to choose from. When Sony released the Playstation 2 game console, it became one of the first in history to intr...
How to Adjust Your Picture Using Video Test Patterns
TechLore - December 14, 2004
Have you ever adjusted the picture controls on your TV? If you haven't, then you need to know that their current settings are most likely NOT intended for home use. In fact, most TVs are usually setup for...
How To Configure Your DVD Player For a Widescreen TV
TechLore - December 14, 2004
Watching widescreen DVD movies is clearly one of the benefits of owning a widescreen TV. Together, you no longer have to stare at those gigantic black bars at the...
Second line at home - but with a VoIP twist
TechLore - December 14, 2004
I had upgraded to a multi-handset cordless phone system several years ago after moving into a bigger house. The built-in answering machine offered me the freedom to check messages from outside, which meant dropping another service from the phone comp...
How to Secure Your Wireless (WiFi) Network
TechLore - December 14, 2004
It seems like only yesterday, a computer network was only found in office buildings, schools, and the homes of advanced computer users. Setting up networks involved stringing cables from one computer to the next, configuring hubs and routers, and lot...
Music Throughout My House - Four Options
TechLore - December 14, 2004
I have been struggling for many months to organize my large music library and make it accessible thoughout my house. Perhaps I should have bitten the bullet and went for a custom installed...
Getting the Most Out of Rechargeable Batteries
TechLore - December 14, 2004
Most electronic devices such as cell phones, PDAs, and digital cameras use one or more rechargeable batteries to supply the unit with power. The benefits of rechargeable batteries are clear. You don't have to replace the battery when it is out of pow...
Upgrading my Wireless B connection to Wireless Super G
TechLore - December 14, 2004
I recently decided it was finally time to upgrade the wireless connection in my home to 802.11g (Wireless G) from 802.11b (Wireless B). I actually didn't have a real need for...
Using Macros to Simplify the Use of a Home Theater Remote Control
TechLore - December 14, 2004
Do you find yourself fumbling around with multiple remotes to operate your home theater system? Are you frustrated with your universal remote because you find yourself having to hit 10 buttons just to turn on your home theater? There's a much simpler...
When Do I Know If I'm Ready For HDTV?
TechLore - December 14, 2004
Thinking about HDTV If you have been contemplating buying a new high-definition TV, you have ultimately wondered when is the right time to make a move. Although you can certainly buy a new HDTV at anytime, there are a few things to consider before yo...
How to use your televisions video controls
TechLore - December 14, 2004
Understanding the video controls This article explains the operation of the video controls on your TV and will help both novices and experts achieve a better television picture. Many people try to adjust the controls without a good understanding of w...