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    How can I make my gaming headset work with my xbox 360?

    I just bought this headset from Amazon on a lightning deal. It came up when I searched for Xbox 360 Gaming headset. Though when I opened the box it says that it is not compatible in the user guide.

    I don't believe this!! I feel like there has got to be a way to make it work.

    Here is my setup:

    Xbox 360 Elite > HDMI > TV > TV 3.5mm output (female) > Gaming headset (Male)

    The headset has a 3 section 3.5mm headphone end without a splitter (Left | Right | Mic) . The headset came with a splitter that goes to a standard 2 section 3.5mm headphone end and a 2 section 3.5mm for the mic. As you all know Xbox 360 controllers stupidly used 2.5mm headphone ends for their headsets. How can I make my mic work? The audio from the TV works fine.

    I tried a 3.5mm to 2.5mm adapter I had for the mic. It didn't work. I just got humming, clicking, and noise. My assumption is that the gaming headset is using both of the 2 output channels as microphone output and the controller is using 1 channel as a mic input and the other as a earpiece output.

    Is there some sort of adapter that has been made for this exact thing? Anyone ever done this before with success?

    I really bought it so I don't have to use an ancient flip phone 2.5mm mic and earpiece. They are uncomfortable and don't work well while wearing headphones...

    Xbox2 years ago
  • Is there a Media Streaming Server that can "Check Out" movies?

    I'm looking for a Media Server / Streaming Server that would let us add licenses for movies. It would then allow us to check the movies out like at a library, but using the licenses as how many copies are available.

    This way we could ensure proper use of media that would be converted from physical means (DVD, VHS etc.) Either that or a system where it would only let the amount of viewers concurrently watching the movies reflect how many licenses there are. 2 Licenses meaning two people can watch the stream at a time. Or 1 license making it exclusive to whoever is watching.

    1 AnswerMovies4 years ago
  • What Carabiner tool should I get?

    So, I have been using the basic D shaped carabiners. You know the ones you can get from the dollar store with the rounded edges.

    I would prefer the carabiner to be the rounded tube type since it's going to hold keys and be hung off my belt loop. From what I hear the hook type are annoying because they get stuck on your belt loop when removing them. The square metal can also wear out belt loops and break them.

    I am looking to get one that has a few features. I want a bottle opener for one. For two I want an edge that can open boxes / cut tape, but it cannot be a blade since I work in a school. It also would be nice to have a flat head and a phillips head screwdriver as well.

    Here are a few I considered, but none of them were really exactly what I wanted.

    https://www.niteize.com/product/DoohicKey-Multi-To... (Small, compact and has the bare minimum. It's a hook style, but it's not drastic so it sort of works.)

    I looked at Para-biners too. I really like Ti2 Designs model, but it's REALLY expensive. Knock off on Amazon (http://www.amazon.com/Vktech%C2%AE-Para-Biner-Stai...

    Also looked at this: Sanrenmu-Portable-Toolkit (http://www.amazon.com/Sanrenmu-Portable-Toolkit-Br...

    Any others that hold keys well, remove from the hip easily, and perform the functions I need?

    Thx!

    2 AnswersCamping5 years ago
  • How do I make a different greeting appear every time my web page loads?

    On my website I want to display a different greeting on each page reload.

    For example:

    Hello, My name is...,

    Greetings, My name is...,

    Salutations, My Name is...,

    Buenos Dias, My name is...,

    So, If I can make a list of words how can I get them to insert randomly in my content area? What would the code look like?

    2 AnswersProgramming & Design6 years ago
  • I need a replacement soldering iron for my Radio Shack Digital Soldering Station. Where can I buy a new one?

    http://www.radioshack.com/radioshack-digital-solde...

    That link is the soldering station I have. I have tried calling customer service a while back and they said they didn't have a replacement. I tried scouring the web to see if maybe they made one in the past, but no luck. I really like the temp control on this unit and I'd hate to just chuck the whole thing out because of the iron. Anyone know if another company's iron will fit? Maybe like a Weller replacement iron?

    3 AnswersOther - Electronics6 years ago
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    What exactly is a "Smart Watch?"?

    As of recently I have been seeing commercials for Smart Watches as well as some press releases. Brands I've seen are Samsung, LG, Motorola, Apple, Huawei, Pebble, ASUS, Sony... it goes on.

    Problem is what exactly is a Smart watch? Can it act as its own stand alone device? Or do you need to interface it with a smart phone? OR is interfacing with a smartphone as an added "feature."

    Just want to clear up some confusion. Maybe mention a couple or few of the brands mentioned and let me know what the real differences are. I've looked at Wikipedia and read articles, but I'm still confused.

    2 AnswersCell Phones & Plans6 years ago
  • What is the best way to cool my PC?

    I have an Azza Triton 401 ATX Mid Tower

    Inside is an ASUS P5KPL-CM (https://www.asus.com/Motherboards/P5KPLCM/)

    I have a Core 2 Quad Q8200 installed.

    I also have an ASUS GeForce GT 240 graphics card (http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N8...

    I also have a card reader in the 2.5" bay and a CD drive in the upper bay.

    3 HDDs in the top 3 HDD locations.

    500watt OCZ MODXSTREAM PSU in bottom of case.

    I think my CPU was running too hot so I want a new case fan / heatsink.

    I have looked at the Cooler Master Hyper 212 Plus because everyone has said it was good, but it's too tall at 6.2 inches tall. The cover most likely will not fit on the case.

    I already have a TON of case fans I have collected including the stock ones in this case. Anybody have an optimal cooling setup for this build? What CPU fan and heatsink should I buy. I really don't want to spend a ton on cooling either, as I won't overclock. I know the parts are considered ancient at this point, but I would like to get it working as it's not that bad considering its age. Any kind of diagrams would be good too if someone wants to make one.

    3 AnswersDesktops7 years ago
  • Why did my CFL bulb glow when touched?

    We have a CFL twisted bulb in a lamp. My father went to turn it on one morning and was feeling around for the lamp. He hit the bulb with his hand and it emitted a medium to dim blueish glow. He removed his hand from the bulb and re-applied it. It glowed again. This is a 2700K bulb so it should be yellowish light when on... Any idea how or why the bulb would glow when my dad touched it?

    1 AnswerEngineering7 years ago
  • Can I make a 2006 Honda Civic Ex Sedan look like the Si Sedan?

    I love the way the Si looks, but I can't afford the Si and I prefer better mileage. I have a 30+ mile 45 minute drive to and from work so the extra MPGs add up. I want to try and make an Ex look close to an Si.

    I have read on forums and many people hate when people do Si fakes. It's not what I'm going for. I just like a sporty car. So, can OEM Si bumper covers etc fit on an EX or is it a different mounting system? Could I also swap the Ex Suspension for Si suspension? I know it's not very cost effective, but I am curious if it can be done.

    I really just want the front grill, bumper, rear bumper, and anything else visually unique to the Si model. I can get an Ex for under 10k, but I can't get an Si with under 100k miles for less than 12k - 13k. I can never find them in my area either. It's hard enough finding an Ex! Also if I could go emulated Mugen Si on an EX that would be AWESOME.

    In another note what mods would be recommended. I don't do short RAM as they really don't do anything, but hurt a car. I might consider a muffler / exhaust, but it cannot be a "FART CAN ('T)". I cannot do a really low ride setup because I am from Maine and roads suck here. I also am not going to spend 2-3 k on suspension either. So please add realistic mods and ideas.

    Thanks!

    Examples of Models:

    EX (Stock)

    http://www.8thcivic.com/forums/attachments/introdu...

    http://www.8thcivic.com/forums/attachments/introdu...

    Si (Stock)

    http://images.gtcarlot.com/gtgallery/photo.php?id=...

    http://l.yimg.com/dv/aic/honda_civic_si_sedan_6_sp...

    Si Mugen (Custom)

    http://www.blogcdn.com/www.autoblog.com/media/2006...

    http://pictures.topspeed.com/IMG/crop/200611/2007-...

    4 AnswersHonda7 years ago
  • HP dc7700 PXE boot hang?

    I do the network PXE boot and I hang at this screen:

    ::: MORE ABOVE ::::

    [<c1cf67aa>] kernel_init+0x4b/0xbc

    [<c18a64b6>] kernel_thread_helper+0x6/0xd

    _ <--- Blinking Cursor

    Keyboard is non-responsive and the PC just sits here.

    As far as I know the PC is a stock HP Compaq dc7700

    What can this mean?

    1 AnswerDesktops8 years ago
  • Question about Piezo Pickup?

    I want it put a Piezo pickup in a ukulele. My plan is to have the pickp run to a headphone sized jack rather than a 1/4 musical equipment jack (as I will never play hooked up to an amp). I have two battery powered speakers (iHomes) that I would like to connect. Would this work since the speakers are powered? Also how can you add a volume knob between the pickup and the jack? Obviously I may not want it at full blast 24/7. Unless it's quiet, then I guess it needs to be anyway.

    1 AnswerOther - Music8 years ago
  • HP Mini 110-3731cl No Boot?

    I have followed HP's advice and went and did the hardware reset. (Remove all power sources, hold power for 15+ seconds, re-attach AC power, turn on). When I hit the power button nothing at all happens for sound. Visually the AC power indicator light turns off and stays off. If I unplug the AC power and plug it back in the light turns on and has the same results as mentioned previous. I'm thinking it could be a problem with the power switch (because it is a slider and not a button). other problems could possibly be RAM or CPU? Any ideas?

    2 AnswersLaptops & Notebooks8 years ago
  • What headlight lenses are good for HIDs?

    I have been looking around at projector lenses so I can use HIDs properly and not blind drivers. I have read online on several forums and review sites that Spec - D and Spyder both are bad and tend to have MAJOR design flaws. Examples are leaking / water holding lenses, no directions, bad wiring, and the Spyders even have been known to melt with high beams.... SO the big question is what are the best ones at an affordable price. I love ebay, but have had good and bad experience with it especially with LEDs and lighting.

    1 AnswerMaintenance & Repairs8 years ago
  • What Hondas / Acuras have VTEC?

    I know it's an age old question and I do know there are a lot of answers. I am in the UNITED STATES I don't care about foreign models. I want a Honda / Acura really bad and I would like a list of cars that have VTEC. I don't care about Hybrids either. Nor do I care about SUVs or Crossovers. Just the Coupes and Sedans PLEASE. I know Civic Si, RSX, NSX and V6 Accord have VTEC so what years have what? Thanks for the help ahead of time!

    2 AnswersHonda8 years ago
  • Why can I not add a picture to a post?

    On this website that I am working on, the people running it are having a hard time adding pictures to posts on their online marketplace. How can I get this to work?

    The code below is the source for the form. It throws an error but, It doesn't tell you why the error happens. I'm assuming because it ran out of names to rename the image files to? It used to work just fine and they don't even know how to change the source code. They just work through an HTML form that posts where it needs to via PHP. Any ideas would help.

    else {

    print '<font color="#FF0000">ERROR: Unable to upload thumbnail image.</font>'; // Error Message If Upload Failed

    }

    } else {

    print '<font color="#FF0000">ERROR: Wrong filetype (has to be a .jpg or .jpeg)';

    print '.</font>';

    print '<br><a href="phpfile that it submits to">Add Another Item</a>';

    exit();

    }

    1 AnswerProgramming & Design8 years ago
  • How do I view a website and what servers were contacted to communicate with them?

    I know I want to use Zenmap by nmap. It is really easy. I know at one point I could type a target of google.com and it would show me what servers were contacted between my PC and the server itself. How do I do this?

    1 AnswerComputer Networking8 years ago
  • Brownish Tan Sludge in Anti-Freeze?

    I had the top end of my motor re-built due to it being cheaper. I did this because my timing belt broke and bent valves etc etc. Since then I have noticed that there is sludge in my Anti-Freeze. Both the reservoir and the radiator ( Less in the Radiator.) I know this could have something to do with the head gasket, but I didn't get it flushed after my top end got re-built. Could this be the issue? Also how do I fix this problem? Coolant flushes are over 300 bucks. I really can't afford that... Any ideas?

    6 AnswersMaintenance & Repairs8 years ago
  • Dell Inspiron 15" no boot?

    Will boot in safe mode. With an external monitor. Doesn't seem to recognize the flat panel LCD monitor attached to laptop itself. Dell diagnostics asked me if I could see color bars I said yes. Can't seem to find errors. Voltage seems normal... Fan speed and temp seem normal. Not sure what the issue is? Any ideas?

    4 AnswersLaptops & Notebooks8 years ago
  • What cars are similar to Hondas?

    Alright. I love the S2000, but it's a little small and I have to worry about some jackass putting crap gas in it. I would like a four door something. I like Civic Si also. I like the idea of an Acura too. I would like a car that has a good motor. I'm not engine swapping so whatever motor I have is going to stay. I would also eventually like to get it boosted. What stock Honda / Acura make can I get for an alright price and still do what I want. I just want some pep and decent fuel economy, Preferably something that gets 35mpg + so when I boost it the MPG doesn't drop too hard. Are there any cars that have F22 motors that are not the S2000?

    Also. Let's keep it newer guys. The last thing I want is a 90's ride. Get me something 03' and newer. No more than 10 years for sure. I'm sick of driving cars that break down badly after 2 years of having them.

    5 AnswersBuying & Selling9 years ago
  • Gas Pump Clicks off early while filling 2003 Hyundai Accent?

    When I pump it will only put about a dollar fifty or so of gas in the tank and I can hear the gas come up to the nozzle and the pump clicks off. Pull the nozzle out you can see that the gas started to almost overflow. It almost seems like a blockage, but how can that happen? I have a flap over the hole plus a gas cap... I'm not quite sure what to do. It can take upwards of 10 minutes to fill my tiny 12 Gal tank!!! Should take like 5 or less like it used to. Any Ideas? I don't think that turning the lever upside down will work in this case...

    1 AnswerMaintenance & Repairs9 years ago