Electronics Information: Video Series

The Sony Walkman cassette tape player was introduced in 1979 after being patented in 1978. Discover the origins of the Walkman, which evolved into a portable CD player, with helpful information from a digital lifestyle specialist in this free video on electronics.

The first CD player was introduced to the public in 1982 when Sony came out with the CDP101, a revolutionary device that brought people into the digital age. Learn about the origin of CD players with helpful information from a digital lifestyle specialist in this free video on electronics.

The first CD burner was created as early as 1988, but CD burners designed for public use were much lighter and less expensive. Understand the evolution of compact disc recorders with helpful information from a digital lifestyle specialist in this free video on electronics.

A camera is anything that records images, still pictures or movies, but digital cameras and camcorders are becoming more similar as the technology progresses. Learn about cameras with helpful information from a digital lifestyle specialist in this free video on electronics.

The acronym VDT stands for Visual Display Terminal or Video Display Terminal, and it is a monitor or interface peripheral. Understand the role of a VDT with helpful information from a digital lifestyle specialist in this free video on electronics.

HD radio is hybrid digital radio that adds a digital band of information to regular analog FM stations. Compare HD radio to AM and FM with helpful information from a digital lifestyle specialist in this free video on electronics.

Bluetooth creates a personal area network between a car and a cell phone, a cell phone and an ear piece, or a computer and a cell phone. Understand Bluetooth connections with helpful information from a digital lifestyle specialist in this free video on electronics.

The best pixel number for a digital camera depends on how it is used, but a 10 to 15 megapixel camera is a good choice for high-quality hobby photography. Find a camera with enough pixels within a budget with helpful information from a digital lifestyle specialist in this free video on electronics.

The first CD player was invented in 1979, but it wasn't available to the public until 1982, selling for nearly $1,000. Learn about the origin of the compact disc player with helpful information from a digital lifestyle specialist in this free video on electronics.

When buying a DVD player, make sure it is progressive scan, look at the type of connection required, and find one with a few extra features. Shop for DVD players, which can range from $29 to hundreds of dollars, with helpful information from a digital lifestyle specialist in this free video on electronics.

A digital camera uses digital binary code to record images, and most are equipped with movie-making capabilities. Understand the difference between digital and film cameras with helpful information from a digital lifestyle specialist in this free video on electronics.

Mini DVs, DVDs and HDDs are all formats for recording digital movies, and they each offer different features that can be used for consumer or professional use. Choose the recording format when using a camcorder with helpful information from a digital lifestyle specialist in this free video on electronics.

Panasonic DVC Mini DV tapes are of high quality, and they are available for consumer use, "prosumer" use and professional use. Consider using Panasonic brand Mini DV tapes with helpful information from a digital lifestyle specialist in this free video on electronics.

A dual-DVD writer is specially designed to write and record onto dual-layer DVDs, but they are also capable of writing and recording onto single-layer DVDs. Find out if a dual-DVD writer is necessary with helpful information from a digital lifestyle specialist in this free video on electronics.

A dual-layer DVD has a physical second layer on which to record more information, whether it be video, music or other data. Consider using dual-layer DVDs for a larger project with helpful information from a digital lifestyle specialist in this free video on electronics.

The future of VHS tapes is limited as the magnetic tape used to record the film tends to deteriorate over time and with use. Start replacing VHS movies, or convert them to DVD, with helpful information from a digital lifestyle specialist in this free video on electronics.

A composite cable is commonly used for an RCA connection, and it is often bundled with an audio cable and a video cable. Recognize a composite cable with helpful information from a digital lifestyle specialist in this free video on electronics.

Secam is the standardized protocol for transmitting, distributing and broadcasting color on television, and it is used in various parts of Europe. Learn about the other standardized TV protocols used around the world with helpful information from a digital lifestyle specialist in this free video on electronics.

A DVD-RAM is a format for storing large amounts of data, and it is extremely compatible across most types of platforms. Use DVD-RAMs to backup documents, pictures and other data with helpful information from a digital lifestyle specialist in this free video on electronics.

A DVD-RW is a rewritable DVD that can be overwritten hundreds of times before it should be replaced. Use a DVD-RW to backup volatile files with helpful information from a digital lifestyle specialist in this free video on electronics.

Mini DV technology is the most widely accepted, compatible and recognized format in digital video, and it is the choice for both consumer and professional use. Use Mini DVs to record video with helpful information from a digital lifestyle specialist in this free video on electronics.

Mini DVs are an extremely popular and compatible format of digital video recording used by both consumers and professionals. Learn how to use Mini DVs with helpful information from a digital lifestyle specialist in this free video on electronics.

The acronym DVD stands for either Digital Video Disc or Digital Versatile Disc, as it can be used to record video, music, pictures and other data. Use DVDs for a multitude of recording and storing purposes with helpful information from a digital lifestyle specialist in this free video on electronics.

The best DVD camcorders are made by major companies, like Sony, and they can be used for either consumer or professional use. Compare different DVD camcorders with helpful information from a digital lifestyle specialist in this free video on electronics.

The definition of LED is light emitting diode, which is now used in traffic lights, tail lights, alarm clocks, flashlights and many other products. Find out how LEDs save energy with helpful information from a digital lifestyle specialist in this free video on electronics.