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How to Fix Audiocassettes

By eHow Electronics Editor

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Audiocassettes have enjoyed a nearly 40-year run as a popular medium for storing music and other sounds. But cassette tape and cassettes are fragile. A broken tape or case can be repaired, though you'll need a little fortitude and ingenuity... more »

How to fix car audio distortion with your mp3 player

By Rhapsody28

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This is a quick and easy fix if you are experiencing bad sounding audio from your mp3 player while connected to your cars audio system.. more »

How to Fix Your TV Tuner

By eHow Electronics Editor

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What if your TV begins acting erratically or not functioning at all? Perhaps you need to fix your TV tuner to return the TV to full functionality. Take a look at some of these common problems and solutions... more »

How to Focus the ATN Night Spirit Night Vision Monocular

By eHow Electronics Editor

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The ATN Night Spirit Night Vision Monocular is a lightweight and versatile night vision device. There are several versions of Night Spirit Night Vision Monocular offered by ATN. Refer to your user manual for specific concerns pertaining to your ... more »

How to Get a Free Plasma HDTV

By dhinkle

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Interested in learning how you can get a free 58' inch Plasma HDTV? Just follow these simple steps you could have one in no time... more »

How to Get a Universal Remote

By eHow Electronics Editor

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If the remote control for your TV has croaked--or if your collection of remotes is getting so big and confusing that only an 8-year-old can sort it out--it's time to shop for a universal remote. Chances are good that one device can handle all of ... more »

How to Get Caller ID with VoIP

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The caller ID system enables you to view the number of the person who is making a call to you. This additional service is now available free from a majority of VoIP (Voice over Internet Protocol) service providers. The only constraint is that you ... more »

How to Get Map Directions on the iPhone

By eHow Electronics Editor

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One of the functions of the iPhone is a mapping tool that gives directions, traffic information and has a virtual phone book. You can access accurate map directions from your iPhone anywhere you receive mobile service... more »

How to Get Rid of White Eye Effect In Photographs

By bluejayway

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the tendency of the eyes of dogs and cats to glow green in photographs is called White Eye effect. Because their eyes reflect the camera's flash with such noticeable color it can make the animal seem ghastly. By using different angles this can be ... more »

How to Get Satellite TV Without Paying

By eHow Electronics Editor

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There is a free satellite TV solution for consumers who want a variety of television channels without paying ongoing subscription fees. Free to Air satellite television channels are unencrypted and legally available to the public for no charge. ... more »

How to Get the Picture from you Cell Phone Online for Free

By AFrieske

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Cell phones have become amazing cameras in the last few years. The only problem is transporting those pictures from the phone to a place where you can view them at full scale and save them. Outside of manually transferring them with a SD card ... more »

How to Get the Wiggle Feature and the NEW iPhone Apps for your 1.1.3 Jailbroken iPod Touch

By birdie9339

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Want the cool wiggle feature and the iPhone apps, without Apple cheating you of your money? Well luckily, you can get all of this free!.. more »

How to Go Geocaching

By eHow Electronics Editor

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Are you looking for a fun outdoor game that involves skills, electronics and common sense? Are you ready for a modern-day treasure hunt? Then Geocaching is the hobby for you. Geocaching is an outdoor treasure hunting game in which the ... more »

How to how Make International or Long Distance Calls at Local Charges

By BASHARAT SHAH, MD

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How many of us wish we could make overseas or long distance US phone calls at local call charges? Here is a hope: WWW.JAXTR.COM... more »

How to Improve AM Reception

By eHow Electronics Editor

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AM radio reception can be noisy as a result of distance from the station's antenna, interference from other stations, the quality of your radio, or conditions in your home. A few low- or no-cost experiments can result in radically improved reception... more »

How to Improve the Capacity of a NiMH Battery

By myzticshadow146

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Using rechargeable batteries in your gadgets is a great way to help save the environment and save your money at the same time. However with time, rechargeable batteries lose their capacity. Here is how you can improve the life of your standard ... more »

How to Install a Cellular Signal Booster

By eHow Electronics Editor

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Installing a cellular signal booster is a simple task. You can install a signal booster internally or externally to a cellular device and greatly enhance your signals either way. Cellular towers span the country, producing good coverage over most ... more »

How to Install a Satellite Antenna DUPLICATE OF Determine the Best Location ...

By eHow Electronics Editor

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You've made the plunge and purchased a satellite dish! Now you just need to get that antenna up so you can receive all the channels - hang on!.. more »

How to Install a Television Wall Mount

By eHow Electronics Editor

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Though it may seem like a simple task, there is some degree of "handy man" skill required to properly install a television wall mount. Keep reading to learn how to increase your viewing pleasure in short order... more »

How to Install iPod Software on a PC

By eHow Electronics Editor

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Though Apple developed the iPod, it will work with your PC as long as you do install the correct software. The Apple iPod offers a stylish and simple way to listen to your music, store pictures or even view television shows. Here is how to ... more »

How to Learn About Cutaways

By eHow Electronics Editor

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One of the big mistakes beginners make in shooting home video is putting too many similar shots together without a transition shot between them. Transitions are called "cutaways," and they can greatly enhance your video when used correctly... more »

How to Learn to Use Your Video Camera

By eHow Electronics Editor

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Before you use your camcorder, take some time at home to learn how it works and how to make use of its features. That way you won't be faced with a mad scramble under pressure when you want to do something and can't figure out how... more »

How to listen to recocorded content on a pionner inno

By GEORGECLOONEY

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now you have recorded it now listen to it.. more »

How to Load Photos Directly From a Card Reader on to an iPod

By eHow Electronics Editor

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iPods are a convenient and creative way to share video, music and images with others. The new iPod video gives you the ability to upload your photos right from your own computer or digital camera. To load photos directly from a card reader onto ... more »

How to Make a 3 Way Phone Call

By eHow Electronics Editor

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Sometimes when you are talking to another person you find the conversation is about a friend who neither of you have seen in a while. You can get this person on the phone right away so he can talk to both of you by using the three-way phone call ... more »