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Uprading a Graphics Card... What Are the Limitations?

by Matt Whitlock on September 3, 2009 2:37 PM

Question: I have an Acer Aspire T160 MB-70 PC with an Acer FC51GM motherboard. It has built in graphics ( Nvidia 6100 ). It has a 2.2 ghz CPU and a standard PSU. It can... More »

G2 Adjustment and Electrical Focus Procedure for Sony and Many Other Rear Projection TVs

by Larry Dillon on August 21, 2009 1:31 PM

If you are looking to perform a G2 adjustment and electrical focus on your Sony or other common rear projection television yourself, the following detailed procedure will help you do it properly. G2 Adjustment Procedure... More »

DIY Repair Tip: How To Quick Check Transistors

by zapdbf on August 20, 2009 2:03 PM

There are ways to test transistors, using special transistor testing equipment. You have to remove the transistor from the circuit then test using this device, and while it does give you an accurate diagnostic of... More »

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What to expect when repairing lcd tv's.

by zapdbf on August 19, 2009 2:21 PM

LCD TV’s are in a league of their own, since we have been working on the newer lcd panels several things you need to know about these sets. First of all component level repair is... More »

What Ever Happened to the Basic Audio Tower?

by Matt Whitlock on August 10, 2009 3:20 PM

Since the day my child was born, I knew I'd inevitably have to take measures to protect my home theater gear once she was mobile enough to press buttons and turn knobs. My taste in... More »

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How To Connect a Computer To Your TV

by Matt Whitlock on December 14, 2004 9:13 AM

Many people already know that you can connect a computer to a Plasma or LCD TV, but you can hook up a computer to almost any kind of TV. The process may not be as easy, and the picture not as sharp, as a plasma TV or other newer kind of TV, but you may be surprised at...

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Understanding Sony Television Blinking Codes

by Larry Dillon on October 27, 2006 12:15 PM

Many of the later model Sony TV’s have a built in self-diagnosis function. If the timer/standby indicator is blinking, this could be an indication of a problem with the unit. The diagnostic blinking will occur automatically with no action required by you to engage it. Read on to learn what these diagnostic codes mean, and how you can use that information to get up and running again. More »

How to Clean Your TV, Computer, or Laptop Screen

by Matt Whitlock on December 14, 2004 9:13 AM

Cleaning your TV screen sounds like an easy task, but be warned! The use of certain cleaners and products can damage the front of your TV screen. Learn how to do it right for all kinds of TVs.

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How To Convert VHS Tapes to DVD Using a Computer with a Video Capture Card

by Ron Repking on December 14, 2004 9:13 AM

If you have analog home videos, either VHS tapes or analog camcorder tapes (Hi-8, etc.), to convert into DVDs and your computer has a video capture card, this article will assist you with that process. More »

How to Adjust Your Picture Using Video Test Patterns

by Matt Whitlock on December 14, 2004 9:13 AM

Why adjust my TV? 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... More »

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