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In this special section, you'll find short answers and longer articles that will help you to get more out of your home technology equipment. Each week we'll add new stories, so keep checking back!
All TVs have a limited number of inputs, but some are much more limiting than others, especially if your set only allows for one external device. Whatever the situation, limitations surface in every home theater setup.
Digital camcorders have captured many precious family moments over the years. It is unfortunate that more people do not take the time to view their digital video footage at home.
I get hit with the same statement over and over again, "Why should I care about 1080p when the maximum TV resolution is 1080i." While that statement is true, it's apparently clear that few consumers (and even the tech savvy) really get why this is an important leap for television technology.
Many people are confused about widescreen DVDs. You may wonder why one widescreen DVD might fill your TV, while another does not.
In many families, the XBOX serves as the "kids" DVD player, which means that many parents choose to take advantage of the parental lock feature to limit what kinds of movies the XBOX will play back. The parental controls also lets parents set limits on what kind of game content their children are allowed to play.
It's commonly believed that video games damage TV sets because of the potential for uneven phosphor wear, commonly referred to as "burn-in."
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 viewing on a showroom floor when shoppers are looking for the brightest set that money can buy.
Much like anything in your home, TV screens get dirty with fingerprints and dust and require a periodic cleaning. Keeping your TV screen clean is essential for ensuring a clear picture.
"I have a JVC Av-27980 television. I have never had any problems with the TV until now. The TV will not turn on."
TechLore.com editor Matt Whitlock explains that the ability for the user to adjust convergence is limited on older rear-projection TVs.
Although the HDTV buzz is spreading like wildfire, there's plenty to know before you can enjoy HDTV at home.
Read about the operation of the video controls on your TV. A great article that will help both novices and experts achieve a better television picture.
DVI (Digital Visual Interface) is the newer digital connector that's quickly replacing VGA connections for hooking up your average flat panel monitor to your PC.
This reader has volume problems and gets some sound advice.
We all want to watch our favorite TV programs WHEN we want and WHERE we want. Here's how.
Many people already know that you can connect a computer to a plasma TV, but it is not as well known that you can also hook up a computer to almost any TV.
In many families, the Playstation 2 serves as the "kids" DVD player, which means that many parents choose to take advantage of the parental lock feature to limit what kinds of movies the Playstation 2 will play back.
