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Make Bootable DVD from Windows 7 Download

dmcmeans — Tue, 10 Nov 2009 03:51:59 +0000

Download oscdimg.exe and put it in C:\Windows\System32 (or anywhere on your path).

Start a command shell with elevated privileges.

D:\>oscdimg -bd:\win7pro\expandedSetup\boot\etfsboot.com -u2 -h -m -lWIN_EN_DVD D:\win7pro\expandedSetup\ D:\win7pro.iso


OSCDIMG 2.54 CD-ROM and DVD-ROM Premastering Utility

Copyright (C) Microsoft, 1993-2007. All rights reserved.

Licensed only for producing Microsoft authorized content.
Scanning source tree (500 files in 48 directories)

Scanning source tree complete (874 files in 201 directories)
Computing directory information complete
Image file is 2520809472 bytes
Writing 874 files in 201 directories to D:\win7pro.iso
100% complete
Final image file is 2523011072 bytes
Done.

D:\>

Use imgburn to write the iso to disc.

The device “Microsoft AV/C Tape Subunit Device” could not be opened.

dmcmeans — Sun, 27 Sep 2009 04:08:14 +0000

This is an interesting one. I’ve been using Vegas since version 3 and I’ve never had this issue. When I capture using the Canon HV20, I get “device not connected.” I tried using the DV capture option, and I get a new message:

“The device “Microsoft AV/C Tape Subunit Device” could not be opened.”

The solution is Options / Preferences / Video / Uncheck “Use external video capture application.”

Now, when I go to the HDV or SDI capture application, Vegas sees my camera again.

Thinking this over, this makes no sense why it solved my problem. I wasn’t originally using the DV external capture option. I was using the HDV option. Somehow, though, going through that process reset something in Vegas and now it’s working.

Happy editing!

Aidan5

dmcmeans — Fri, 14 Aug 2009 15:44:38 +0000

Since IMPS isn’t ready yet (c’mon, how long does it take to put together a professional, world-class movie using volunteers and no budget), you must check out another offering (also made with volunteers and no budget) — Aidan5.

It’s a cool, sci-fi web series filmed in Columbus, Ohio that has the feel of a graphic novel. The site also has lots of pictures showing how the episodes are made which is great for film students.

Essential MS Windows Software

dmcmeans — Wed, 20 May 2009 12:44:37 +0000

Here is the list of software applications I install after a refresh of Microsoft Windows:

US State List for Drupal Select List

dmcmeans — Fri, 08 May 2009 17:35:56 +0000

Here’s a ready-to-go list of U.S. States suitable for use in Drupal (or any compliant CMS) that likes to see select options as pipe (|) separated key-value pairs on each line.

Sony Vegas Template for Sony Walkman

dmcmeans — Sun, 08 Mar 2009 04:32:22 +0000

To create a video for playback on a Sony Video Walkman using Sony Vegas 7, set your profile to 320×240, progressive, pixel aspect 1.000, 29.97 frames per second

Use the MainConcept AVC/AAC (.mp4) – Apple Ipod 320×240 template for rendering.

Windows XP Close Buttons

dmcmeans — Tue, 10 Feb 2009 17:30:48 +0000

Diagnosing Payne Furnace Codes 33 and 13

dmcmeans — Fri, 30 Jan 2009 13:26:41 +0000

Recently, my Pane PG8DAA downflow furnace stopped delivering heat. The fan was running constantly, but the air was cold. The trouble codes were 33 which becomes 13 after a period of time. Powering off the furnace and restarting would trigger the gas ignition, but it would not stay on. After having the unit inspected professionally, the problem was determined to be poor airflow caused by clogged filters. I use 3M Filtrete filters and the technicians said it’s very common for these high grade filters to clog early and when they do it’s like having a piece of plywood in the air way. He said these kinds of filters should be checked every 30 days.

Since the trouble code pointed to the flame roll-out sensor, I thought manually resetting that would be the way I’d get the gas back on. The technician explained that if I had had a flame roll-out problem, my eyebrows would have been signed off. In other words, there would be no mistaking it. You would see the flames rolling out of the furnace.

My old furnace had a heat exchanger that had to be inspected every year for dangerous cracks. Given that the high limit switch was also a culprit, I was concerned that I might not have a similar problem and so I was glad to have the unit inspected. The tech said the newer furnaces are so pressure sensitive that cracks in the heat exchanger are very evident. You will see flames rolling out or the flame change from blue to yellow as it mixes with air leaking into the exchanger. He said he could tell just by looking at the flame that there were no cracks in the exchanger.

Here are the things I learned :

These codes can be set by a problem with the high limit switch, which shuts off the gas when the temperature in the heat exchanger exceeds the upper limit.

Symptoms: the blower fan comes on immediately after powering the furnace back on. The gas does not come on.

If you suspect this as the problem, try setting the fan from auto to on to cool the exchanger. Make sure all the vents are open. Clean or replace all the filters.

You can reset the high limit switch by tapping on the tan plate above the wires. Be careful to not touch to wires.

If the problem is the high limit switch, these are temporary measures that may provide a work-around until you can have the unit professionally inspected.

These codes may also require the limit or flame roll-out switch to be reset. The two switches are located above the three burners. If the flame “rolls out” instead of into the heat exchanger, the sensors detect the heat and shut off the gas. Manually reset the sensor by turning off the furnace and pressing the center tab down on the back, upper side, of the switch.

Or, they may mean dusty burners. Clean by using turning off the furnace and blowing compressed air into the burners. A shop-vac that can blow air can be used as well.

Ensure that there are no closed vents which would restrict air flow. Clean or replace all the filters. High grade filters like 3M Filtrete, because of their efficiency, may need to be replaced earlier than the manufacturer’s recommended 90 days. Check every 30 days.

Additionally, the flame sensor may need to be cleaned. Steel wool is best. Fine sand paper may be used, but you must remove the sand paper residue with a damp paper towel.

Star Wars Fan Video – IMPS

dmcmeans — Fri, 14 Nov 2008 03:54:05 +0000

Because a goggle search for “star wars fan videos” never turned this up, I’m making a note of it here, so I can find it quicker next time. Can’t wait for Chapter 2!

http://impstherelentless.com/

Where Is My Wii Remote Cursor?

dmcmeans — Wed, 20 Aug 2008 21:06:01 +0000

Problem

You point the Wii remote at the screen and you don’t see the cursor — the little hand that indicates to what you are pointing.

The home button on the remote is working. The battery level reads good. But you cannot select items on the screen.

Solution

Shut down the Wii. Unplug the sensor bar and plug it back in. Restart the Wii. You should see the cursor now.

Conclusion

This problem will occur if you start the Wii with the sensor bar unplugged. This is very easy to do if you’ve just returned from taking the Wii with you on vacation and you’re putting it all back together and you assume, quite naturally and reasonably, that the sensor bar is plug and play like a USB device. It is not.