Archive for Hardware

Dual-Head How-To

December 4, 2006 @ 11:51am · Filed under Help & How-To, Hardware, DIY

PC World has posted a handy video demonstrating how to install and configure a dual-monitor (often called “dual-head”) setup for your workstation.

The video shows you how to upgrade your video card, explains the differences between analog and digital connections, talks about adapters, and wisely suggests that you backup your PC before you get started.

We’re big fans of the productivity gains from dual-head workstations.

View the video here:
http://www.pcworld.com/video/id,367-page,1-bid,4/video.html

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DIY Camcorder Shoulder Bracket

November 20, 2006 @ 7:53am · Filed under Videography, Hardware, DIY

Do you own a camcorder? Do you use it? If so, then you’re familiar with the all-too-common problem of camera shake. Here’s a quick and dirty DIY solution.

For $20 in parts and less than an hour of your time, this project will create a shoulder bracket for your camcorder that attaches to the tripod mount and helps give your camcorder a more solid basis to sit on. The result? A more stable image.

Read the tutorial here:
http://www.instructables.com/id/EYCLDWU142EQ6T257Y

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