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How to Install a Battery in the Sony MDR-NC6 Noise Canceling Headphones

By eHow Electronics Editor

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Listening to music becomes even more of a pleasure when you use the Sony MDR-NC6 Noise Canceling Headphones. The headphones block up to 70% of all outside ambient noise by detecting low-frequency sound and generating a sound signal to counteract ... more »

How to install a CAB file on your smartphone

By emmabushyo

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Do you have software you would like to install on your smartphone but are unsure how to execute it? A CAB file is easy to install and in no time you will have your phone armed with its new software... more »

How to Install a CD Changer in a Leased Vehicle

By eHow Electronics Editor

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Installing a CD changer in a leased vehicle presents a variety of unique concerns, primarily the avoidance any sort of permanent damage or modifications that may cost you when it's time to turn in the vehicle. By making the installation as simple ... more »

How to Install a CD Changer in an SUV

By eHow Electronics Editor

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Installing a CD changer, which allows you to listen to many CDs without having to constantly switch them in and out, is an exciting addition to your SUV. SUVs give you a wider variety of possible installation options, due to the increased ... more »

How to Install a Ground-Mounted Satellite Antenna

By eHow Electronics Editor

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Sometimes due to the construction of your home or just out of personal preference, you will have to install your satellite antenna in the ground. Here's how!.. more »

How to Install a Hidden Voice Recorder

By eHow Electronics Editor

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Surveillance equipment has undergone various makeovers and you can now buy voice recorders that are undetectable. Follow these steps to obtain one but remember: taping others without their permission is illegal in the United States... more »

How to Install a Night-Vision Security Camera

By eHow Electronics Editor

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If you have decided that a night-vision security camera will suit your needs, follow these instructions for installation... more »

How to Install a Proper Codec for My TiVo

By eHow Electronics Editor

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A codec assists in the transfer and replay of recorded files to your PC. Although most of the TiVo boxes come equipped with a compatible codec, there are certain old versions that do not have them. To upgrade these, it is necessary to install an ... more »

How to Install a Satellite Radio Antenna

By eHow Electronics Editor

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The biggest concern for potential satellite radio users is the installation of the radio antenna and dressing the cable properly, from the exterior of the car to the interior. By following the manufacturer's guidelines and taking a little time, ... more »

How to Install Programs on a Palm Device Using a Windows Computer

By eHow Electronics Editor

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You're starting to use your Palm handheld, and you've discovered that there's a world of software out there. Your next step is to download and install some of it. This eHow assumes that you have already installed the Palm desktop and have ... more »

How to Keep an iPod From Being Stolen

By eHow Electronics Editor

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Thieves often steal iPods because they are expensive, small and easy to snatch. You can protect your investment from theft by following a few steps to keep your iPod from money-hungry thieves... more »

How to Light a Person for Video

By Paul M. J. Suchecki

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When I taught television production, I used to tell my students to visit local art museums to study lighting and framing. Painters, photographers and videographers share the same basic problem, translating a three-dimensional image onto a ... more »

How to Make a Duct Tape Cell Phone Case

By eHow Electronics Editor

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For a one-of-a-kind cell phone case, create it out of duct tape. Duct tape is strong, flexible, and durable. You'll have fun making your cell phone holder and your friends will have fun talking about it. They may even want you to make them one... more »

How to Make a Photo Light Box

By eHow Electronics Editor

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Professional and amateurs photographers use various lighting techniques to enhance the details of objects in a photo. A light box lets you improve highlighting for products and inanimate objects. You can easily make a light box yourself, using ... more »

How to Make a Tripod

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If you need a tripod for your camera, you don't have to go out and spend a lot of money on one. Instead, you can use some everyday items found around your house to make a tripod. Just follow the steps below... more »

How to Make an Economical Photo Light Box

By NanasPlace

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Here you'll learn how to make an economical basic Photo Light Box suitable to take pictures for your eBay products or even to just take pictures for your "million dollar" campaign. After doing research and checking out some options as ... more »

How to Make an MP3 CD For Your Car Player

By MrCHUCK mrchuck999.blogspot.com

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Playing MP3 music in your car allows you to add several albums on one CD. It’s very easy. Read my article to find out what you how... more »

How to Make an Ultrasonic Range Finder

By pikegeorge

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An rangefinder is a instrument that you could use to measure the distance from a selected point or object. Adding ultrasonic to the mix, just adds an extra emphasis on sunlight... more »

How to Make Black-and-White Prints From Color Negatives

By eHow Electronics Editor

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Sometimes you want the classic look of a black-and-white print. Don't limit yourself to monochromatic negatives - you can make prints from color negatives, too. The trick is in the paper and the filters you use... more »

How to Make the Most of Google Maps on Your iPhone

By espradlin

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Apple's iPhone has an awesome google maps application on it that can help you when your stranded and desperate. However, it should be noted that it is better to learn how to use this before you are mad, in traffic and lost. Therefore, let me help ... more »

How to Make Your Camcorder Battery Last Longer

By eHow Electronics Editor

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It’s always very frustrating when you are recording an important event and the low battery warning begins to flash. You stress out and wonder when it's going to die. To combat this, follow a few simple guidelines to make your camcorder battery ... more »

How to make your own ring tone with Motorola Phone Tools

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A lot of people want to be able to have unique music ringtones on their phone, but do not want to have to pay for a ring tone. This guide will explain how to make your own ring tone for free... more »

How to Merge A CD Into A Single Track In iTunes

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Frequently with self-help cds there are 30+ tracks on a single disc, which is good for listening on a cd player, but not so functional when transferring it to your iPod. The cure for this is simple;.. more »

How to Mount a CD Changer Under the Driver's Seat

By eHow Electronics Editor

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Mounting a CD changer underneath the driver's seat of your vehicle is a common type of installation. The type of hardware you use will depend upon many factors, such as whether you lease your vehicle or if you plan to use the changer in more than ... more »

How to Move Audiobooks From an iPod to a Computer

By eHow Electronics Editor

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Moving audiobooks from an iPod to your computer is a bit difficult. Apple iTunes does not want you to move audiobooks from an iPod to a computer, so you do not have the option to do it easily. Luckily, it is not impossible to save your ... more »