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Modem

Roku

UPC Codes for Roku Accessories

  1. Roku Enhanced Remote with Voice Search: UPC 829610001111
  2. Roku Simple Remote: UPC 829610000602
  3. Roku Streaming Stick Remote: UPC 829610001791
  4. Roku Ultra Remote: UPC 829610000244

Blu-Ray

  1. https://docs.sony.com/release/Specs/BDPS3500_MKSP.pdf
  2. https://www.panasonic.com/my/consumer/home-entertainment/blu-ray-dvd.html
  3. http://av.jpn.support.panasonic.com/support/global/cs/bd/app/

Desktop/Laptop

  1. https://www.neweggbusiness.com/t/refurbished
  2. https://www.amazon.com/s?k=lenovo&i=computers&rh=n%3A565098%2Cp_85%3A2470955011%2Cp_36%3A-110000%2Cp_6%3AATVPDKIKX0DER&s=price-desc-rank&dc&crid=5K2T91MXPES4
  3. https://www.amazon.com/s?k=all-in-one+lenovo+terabyte+32
  4. https://www.microcenter.com/search/search_results.aspx?N=0&NTX=mode+MatchPartial&NTT=radeon&NTK=all&sortby=pricehigh

Monitor

  1. https://www.pcswaps.com/search?search=monitor

HDMI

  1. https://www.monoprice.com/product?p_id=44834

Fans

WebCam

Turn off hardware acceleration

  1. https://support.zoom.com/hc/en/article?id=zm_kb&sysparm_article=KB0066515
  2. https://support.google.com/chrome/a/answer/9303118?hl=en
  3. https://support.google.com/chromebook/answer/9145439?hl=en

Microphone

  1. Use analog audio

Smart Watch

  1. https://www.yourstride.com/blog/how-does-fall-detection-work/

Disassembly

Projector

  1. https://www.ebay.com/sch/i.html?_nkw=6941260420877

Tablet

  1. https://www.ifixit.com/Guide/Samsung+Galaxy+Tab+A+10.1+Battery+Replacement/98594

  2. https://www.tablets-world.com/android-tablets/

  3. https://www.ifixit.com/Device/Sony_Android_Tablet

  4. https://www.upcitemdb.com/upc/62118687337

Phone

  1. https://www.ifixit.com/Guide/Samsung+Galaxy+A72+Battery+Replacement/151408

Best ofs

  1. https://www.androidcentral.com/best-rugged-android-phones

  2. https://www.androidcentral.com/best-tablets-kids

  3. https://www.androidcentral.com/best-walkie-talkie-kids

DVD Writer

  1. https://www.lg.com/us/burners-drives/lg-GP50NB40-external-dvd-drive ( UPC: 058231309133 )
  2. https://www.microcenter.com/search/search_results.aspx?N=&cat=&Ntt=dvd&searchButton=search

Disc Repair

  1. https://gistgear.com/menu-electronics.aspx#tv
  2. https://www.lifewire.com/best-cd-repair-kits-4159771
  3. https://www.lifewire.com/how-to-fix-a-scratched-cd-4684544
  4. https://www.domesday86.com/?page_id=2855
  5. https://www.instructables.com/id/Re-surfacing-CDs-so-they-work-again./

Analog->Digital

  1. https://geoffthegreygeek.com/how-do-i-connect-a-vcr-to-a-flat-screen-tv/
  2. http://content.etilize.com/User-Manual/1027013087.pdf

Embedded

  1. http://layers.openembedded.org/layerindex/branch/master/layers/

HDD

  1. https://www.newegg.com/silicon-power-model-sp010tbphda60s3k-1tb/p/N82E16822301022

Mini Keyboard

  1. https://www.techradar.com/news/best-mini-keyboards-the-best-60-and-75-keyboards-for-gaming
  2. https://www.realgear.net/best-compact-gaming-keyboards/

Antenna

  1. https://www.ifixit.com/News/32011/how-to-make-a-hardcore-hdtv-antenna-from-scraps
  2. https://www.techhive.com/article/583544/the-best-tv-antennas.html
  3. https://www.tomsguide.com/us/best-tv-antennas,review-2354.html
  4. https://cordcutter.plex.tv/hardware-for-cord-cutters/choose-the-right-over-the-air-antenna/
  5. https://www.instructables.com/id/Indoors-Fractal-HDTV-Antenna/
  6. https://www.wikihow.com/Build-Antennas

Laser

  1. https://www.ifixit.com/Guide/PlayStation+2+Optical+Disc+Drive+Lens+Cleaning/1331

Battery Bank

https://www.gamefly.com/product/kmd-universal-emergency-battery-bank/5022557

Book Scanner

Step Command / Action Description Reference / URL
1 lsusb Connect the CZUR scanner to your Linux machine via USB and run lsusb in the terminal to verify the device is recognized. Look for an entry that corresponds to the CZUR hardware. lsusb man page
2 v4l2-ctl --list-devices List all video devices to see if the CZUR appears as a video capture device. v4l-utils Documentation
3 sudo apt-get install guvcview Install guvcview (or your distro’s equivalent) which is a generic video viewer/capture tool that can work with USB cameras. guvcview on GitHub
4 guvcview Launch guvcview. If the CZUR scanner is recognized, it will appear as a video source. Adjust settings such as brightness or focus to optimize capture. See community tutorials on YouTube (e.g., a YouTube search for "CZUR Linux guvcview")
5 (Capture an image) Use guvcview’s capture functionality to take a snapshot. This “proves” that the scanner, though unsupported officially on Linux, can at least capture images as a USB video device. Refer to Reddit threads where users share their screenshot results (e.g., Reddit Linux Scanner Threads)
6 (Optional) Check compatibility with Wine If you need full CZUR software functionality, try running their Windows software in Wine. Though not the same as native support, many users have reported partial success. WineHQ AppDB (search for “CZUR”)

Printer

Saturn Controller for PC

https://www.gamefly.com/product/cirka-saturn-style-usb-controller-for-pc-mac-black/5024168

Flourescent Lights

https://www.wikihow.com/Test-Fluorescent-Bulbs

https://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-Replace-a-Fluorescent-Tube-with-an-ETL-Appr/

PSN / XBLA / VOIP

  1. https://support.playstation.com/s/article/PS4-Connection-Error-Codes?language=en_US
  2. https://support.thebehemoth.com/hc/en-us/articles/204767649-What-is-NAT-and-why-should-I-care-about-it-

E-Reader

  1. https://wiki.mobileread.com/wiki/PocketBook
  2. https://www.aliexpress.com/category/2204/ebook-reader.html

Hotspot

  1. https://www.verizon.com/support/verizon-jetpack-mifi-8800l/
  2. https://ss7.vzw.com/is/content/VerizonWireless/Devices/Verizon/Jetpack%20MiFi%208800L/User%20Manual/verizon-jetpack-mifi-8800l-um.pdf

Cell

  1. https://www.ebay.com/sch/i.html?_nkw=lumia+550&_sacat=0
  2. https://www.devicespecifications.com/en/model-sar/f8b83732
  3. https://www.libertywireless.com/Plans.php
  4. https://windowsphone.stackexchange.com/questions/9816/phone-got-stuck-during-upgrading-to-windows-10
  5. https://www.consumerreports.org/smartphones/how-to-unlock-phone-verizon-att-tmobile-sprint/
  6. https://www.samsung.com/ca/support/mobile-devices/galaxy-smartphone-how-to-enter-an-unlock-code/
  7. https://forums.att.com/conversations/other-phones-devices/how-to-unlock-your-att-phone/5defc295bad5f2f606ddc2ce

SAR Rate

  1. https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4180217/
  2. https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC7187827/
  3. https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4180217/
  4. https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC9287836/
  5. https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC8916741/

Hotspot

  1. https://www.t-mobile.com/tablet/franklin-t9-mobile-hotspot?sku=610214660763

Ring

  1. https://support.ring.com/hc/en-us/articles/360000019526-Getting-Started-Understanding-the-Emergency-Process
  2. https://support.ring.com/hc/en-us/articles/115005056686

Universal Remote

  1. https://electronics.stackexchange.com/questions/404238/how-do-universal-ir-remote-codes-work
  2. https://www.appsapk.com/ir-universal-remote/

HTPC

  1. R7 350
  2. Sempron 250
  3. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/QNX
  4. https://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-Build-a-Decorative-HTPC/

Phones ZTE Axon Elite, LG G7, Google Pixel XL, Samsung Galaxy S8+, HTC U11 Life and Motorola Moto G5 Plus are also world's safest smartphones in terms of SAR.

MP3 Players

  1. Walmeck C18 8GB MP3

FOB

  1. https://www.wikihow.com/Replace-the-Battery-in-a-Key-Fob
  2. https://www.dw.com/en/opinion-when-it-comes-to-data-protection-we-have-to-do-better/a-46962525

XP Hard Drive

  1. https://askleo.com/four-options-for-xp-die-hards/
  2. https://askleo.com/why_cant_i_connect_with_a_169254xx_ip_address/

irDA

  1. https://www.betaarchive.com/wiki/index.php?title=Microsoft_KB_Archive/313296

Bluetooth

  1. http://ask-leo.com/whats_bluetooth.html

SMTP Server

  1. https://askleo.com/someones-sending-email-address-stop/

RFID

  1. https://www.pretzellogix.net/2015/08/15/the-best-bluetooth-rfid-finder-for-iphone-android-smartphone/
  2. http://eie.uonbi.ac.ke/sites/default/files/cae/engineering/eie/INTELLIGENT%20KEY%20FINDER.pdf
  3. https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3988747/
  4. http://www.ahg.com/business-mobile-apps-blog/mobile-asset-tracking-technologies.html
  5. https://telecoms.com/category/5g/

RJ45

  1. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/HomePlug
  2. https://lifehacker.com/how-to-wire-your-house-with-cat5-or-cat6-ethernet-cable-480020760
  3. https://www.wikihow.com/Install-an-Ethernet-Jack-in-a-Wall
  4. https://diy.stackexchange.com/questions/7270/how-do-i-run-ethernet-cable-through-a-wall-cavity
  5. http://www.siemon.com/us/white_papers/97-10-02-presentation.asp
  6. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Structured_cabling#Standards
  7. https://www.monoprice.com/product?p_id=36211

IP Camera

  1. https://itsmanual.com/adorcam/a4-smart-ip-camera/
  2. https://www.hometips.com/diy-how-to/hardwire-home-surveillance-cameras.html
  3. https://reolink.com/how-to-run-security-camera-wires/
  4. https://www.ezwatch.com/security-cameras/wiring-power-security-cameras
  5. https://www.codingepiphany.com/2015/02/10/easy-secure-home-ip-camera-access-with-your-own-vpn/
  6. https://medium.com/@jaredtoddpetersen/home-security-live-streaming-with-raspberry-pi-f9293efca7ba
  7. https://www.instructables.com/id/Raspberry-Pi-as-low-cost-HD-surveillance-camera/
  8. https://raspberrypi.stackexchange.com/questions/79361/i-want-to-webcam-stream-24-7-to-open-internet
  9. https://support.video.ibm.com/hc/en-us/articles/207852457-Raspberry-Pi-Streaming-video-to-Ustream
  10. https://www.privacydusk.com/other-privacy/review-spy-camera-watch-flylink-hd-1080p/
  11. https://www.reddit.com/r/PFSENSE/comments/7mo03i/finally_moved_ip_cameras_to_restricted_vlan_and/
  12. https://www.vueville.com/blog/how-we-built-our-diy-home-security-camera-system/
  13. https://dzone.com/articles/easyiot-cloud-and-camera

IP Phone

  1. https://www.ebay.com/sch/i.html?_nkw=ooma+hd2+handset
  2. https://support.ooma.com/home/ooma-accessory-compatibility-with-ooma-telo/
  3. https://support.ooma.com/home/compatibility-with-other-devices/

Antennae

  1. https://www.fcc.gov/media/engineering/dtvmaps
  2. https://nocable.org/compare-long-range-outdoor-antenna-reviews

HAM

radio_frequencies:

Glue

  1. https://www.imore.com/sos-my-macbook-charging-cable-fraying-how-do-i-save-it

Fuses

  1. http://techinfo.honda.com/rjanisis/pubs/OM/AH/AAC0606OM/enu/AC0606OM.PDF
  2. https://cdn.dealereprocess.net/cdn/servicemanuals/honda/2006-accord.pdf

Spill-Proof Laptops (Toughbooks)

  1. https://honda.snapon.com/HondaAcura/ItemList.aspx?groupId=1303

AM Tuner

  1. https://cdn-learn.adafruit.com/downloads/pdf/am-radio-morse-code-paddle.pdf
  2. http://www.fmtunerinfo.com/amtuners.html
  3. https://electronics.stackexchange.com/questions/268432/how-does-a-radio-receive-an-am-wave-with-an-improper-antenna-size
  4. https://itstillruns.com/splice-car-radio-antenna-6304651.html

Car Radio

  1. https://www.smailhonda.com/Get-Honda-Radio-Codes-.html
  2. https://www.siriusxm.ca/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/EN-XM-QuickStartGuide-Snap.pdf
  3. http://www.city-data.com/forum/honda-acura/1899602-2007-honda-accord-radio-cd-player.html
  4. https://www.quora.com/How-do-you-reset-a-Honda-Accord-radio-that-says-Error-E
  5. https://www.wikihow.com/Install-a-Basic-Aftermarket-Car-Stereo
  6. https://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-Install-an-Aftermarket-Radio-in-a-1999-2004/

Car Battery

  1. https://mechanics.stackexchange.com/questions/61746/how-long-it-takes-for-the-internal-lights-to-drain-a-relatively-new-battery
  2. https://arduino.stackexchange.com/questions/25108/hooking-up-the-arduino-to-a-cars-12v
  3. https://electronics.stackexchange.com/questions/74956/why-do-we-connect-a-battery-to-ground-when-jumping-a-car
  4. https://auto.howstuffworks.com/how-to-use-jumper-cables.htm
  5. https://physics.stackexchange.com/questions/57794/calculating-engine-starter-s-energy-use
  6. https://www.wikihow.com/Jumpstart-a-Vehicle

Water Proofing

  1. https://www.health.ny.gov/publications/7064.pdf

Bolt Loosening

  1. https://wd40.co.uk/tips-and-tricks/how-to-loosen-rusted-and-seized-nuts-and-bolts/

Washing Machine

  1. http://media.datatail.com/docs/installation/88068_en.pdf
  2. http://docs.alliancelaundry.com/tech_pdf/Production/204104en.pdf
  3. https://diy.stackexchange.com/questions/93351/washer-dryer-lost-power-after-the-main-breaker-tripped

Satellite Dish

  1. https://www.wikihow.com/Install-and-Set-Up-Free-to-Air-Satellite-TV-Program-Receiver-System
  2. https://puntodepartida.com/en/guides/point_and_install_satellite_dish/

Fishing/Sealing Walls

Car Repair

Bike Repair

Bike Comparison https://www.foldingbikeguy.com/category/latest-reviews/cryusher-folding-mountain-bikes/

Cisco

Modems

  1. https://d15yx0mnc9teae.cloudfront.net/sites/default/files/Motorola_SB6141_manual.pdf
  2. https://images.thdstatic.com/catalog/pdfImages/ff/ff8d1490-aa0d-401d-9b31-0b6a7589ef90.pdf
  3. https://www.modemguides.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/SB8200-MANUAL.pdf
  4. https://assets.xfinity.com/assets/dotcom/projects_2/my_device/Full-List-of-Compatible-Devices.pdf
  5. https://support.pingidentity.com/s/article/How-to-test-MTU

Hotspot

  1. https://turbofuture.com/computers/Use-a-4g-Hotspot-for-Internet-in-Your-Home-Network
  2. https://community.jisc.ac.uk/system/files/222/How%20to%20correctly%20mount%20wireless%20Access%20Points.pdf
  3. http://www.tomshardware.com/answers/id-2221584/connect-mobile-hotspot-router-ethernet-connections.html
  4. https://www.reddit.com/r/NintendoSwitch/comments/6dggxe/using_your_android_smartphone_as_a_wifi_repeater/
  5. https://www.makeuseof.com/tag/usb-tethering-fix-laptops-bad-wifi-connection/
  6. https://www.quora.com/How-do-I-use-Android-as-a-WiFi-repeater

Repeater

  1. https://static.tp-link.com/upload/manual/2021/202109/20210927/7106509362_RE220&RE200_QIG_V1.pdf
  2. https://static.tp-link.com/res/down/doc/RE380D(US)_V1_QIG.pdf
  3. https://static.tp-link.com/res/down/doc/TL-WA850RE(EU)_V2_QIG.pdf
  4. https://www.ebay.com/sch/i.html?_nkw=860011434580
  5. https://barcodeindex.com/upc/860011434580

Safety

https://www.cpsc.gov/safety-education/safety-guides/home/indoor-air-pollution-introduction-health-professionals https://www.cpsc.gov/s3fs-public/pdfs/blk_media_5015.pdf https://www.cpsc.gov/s3fs-public/NIOSH2007107.pdf https://www.cpsc.gov/s3fs-public/fluxma_1.pdf https://www.cpsc.gov/s3fs-public/homesmokealarm.pdf

Mower

  1. https://thewirecutter.com/reviews/best-reel-mower/

Conversion of Analog to Digital

Platform Functionality Description
Steam Deck Desktop Mode Installation via Software Center Install Discord in Desktop Mode via the Software Center.
Game Mode Integration (add Discord as a non-Steam game) Add Discord as a non-Steam game for access in Game Mode.
Voice and Text Chat Use Discord for voice and text chat while gaming.
Customizable Controls Customize controller settings for Discord within Steam Deck.
Physical Photos Flatbed Scanners Use flatbed scanners like the Canon CanoScan LiDE 400 and the Epson Perfection V600.
Portable Scanners Consider portable options like the ClearClick QuickConvert 2.0.
Photo Scanning Apps Use smartphone apps for quick and easy digitization.
Negative and Slide Holders Use adapters for scanning negatives and slides.
Analog Videos VCR with A/V-out Ports Use a VCR with yellow, red, and white plugs for video output.
Video Capture Device Devices like the Elgato Video Capture for connecting your VCR to your computer.
Time Base Corrector (TBC) Stabilizes and synchronizes the timing of an analog video signal.
RCA to USB Adapter Connect the VCR to your computer via USB.
Analog Music Audio Interface Devices like the Focusrite Scarlett 2i2 for converting analog audio signals to digital.
Vinyl Turntable with USB Output Simplifies digitizing vinyl records.
RCA to 1/4" TRS Adapter Connect older audio equipment to modern audio interfaces.
Cassette-Based Video Games Cassette Deck with A/V-out Ports Similar to VCRs, you'll need a cassette deck that can output video and audio signals.
Video Capture Device Devices like the Elgato Video Capture for connecting your cassette deck to your computer.
Software Use video game emulation software to play and capture the content from the cassette tapes.
RCA to USB Adapter Connect the cassette deck to your computer via USB.

Console Architecture

| Feature          | Atari Jaguar                                             | Sega Saturn                                               |
|------------------|----------------------------------------------------------|-----------------------------------------------------------|
| **Release Year** | 1993                                                     | 1994                                                      |
| **Main CPU**     | Multi-processor: Tom (32-bit RISC), Jerry (32-bit RISC), Motorola 68000 | Dual Hitachi SH-2 (32-bit) processors                     |
| **Graphics**     | Multiple co-processors for different rendering tasks     | Two custom VDPs (VDP1 for sprites and polygons, VDP2 for backgrounds and 2D elements) |
| **Sound**        | Jerry processor for audio                                | Yamaha FH1 DSP and Motorola 68EC000 CPU                   |
| **Complexity**   | High - Multi-processor design and parallel processing    | Very High - Dual CPUs and multiple custom processors      |
| **Challenges**   | Difficult to program due to parallel processing          | Challenging development and emulation due to architecture | 
| **Reference**    | [Atari Jaguar Architecture](https://www.mattgreer.org/articles/inside-the-atari-jaguar/) | [Sega Saturn Architecture](https://www.copetti.org/writings/consoles/sega-saturn/) |