#free

Aug 25, 20132 min read

Tech How-to: Disassembly of Logitech Z-10 Desktop Speakers

This tech how-to details the steps necessary to disassemble Logitech Z-10 desktop speakers.

Jul 23, 20132 min read

Tech How-to: Samsung Gravity 2, Lost Master Reset Password Resolved

This post details a Samsung Gravity 2 mobile phone user's successful attempt to reset the master password.

Feb 14, 20133 min read

Microboards G3 CD / DVD Printer in Review

I work on one of the most-watched shows on TV. This is no small operation. Just like any other big, legitimately successful enterprise,...

Feb 3, 20132 min read

Broken Paul Reed Smith Tuning Peg? Think Again! (maybe)

I just discovered some extreme ignorance I possess regarding one of my guitars. It’s a Paul Reed Smith Custom 22, which I’ve owned for...

Dec 23, 20122 min read

Seagate SeaTools Problems Resolved

In what felt like a one-two punch, I recently had a Seagate 3 TB internal drive fail, then the manufacturer’s “SeaTools” diagnostic...

Dec 11, 20123 min read

Tech: Corrupt Windows XP Startup Drive Fixed!

It’s rough sometimes dealing with an older computer, especially when it feels like all your electronics are starting to have issues at...

Nov 19, 20124 min read

Reality TV / Documentary Production – “Consent to Use Image” Form

Having worked on a number of reality TV shows, it was always part of my job to have people who MAY appear on screen sign “Consent to Use...

Nov 7, 20123 min read

Beer Home Brewing – New Lessons and Discoveries

Last night I bottled my second batch of beer, and maaaan was it a challenge. As mentioned in my previous post [(Home)Brewing Some Beer],...

Oct 28, 20122 min read

Data Management / Backup Practices (Reinforcement)

I’ve written about it before, and I’m writing about it again: data management is extremely important if you want to keep files around for...

Sep 1, 20125 min read

Tips for Conducting a Documentary / Reality TV Interview (2024 update)

This post is a helpful how-to, covering different types of interviews, especially for documentaries and reality TV productions.

Aug 9, 20127 min read

Long-term Data Storage Considerations

If you value your photos, videos, and documents – and I know you do – you may occasionally back up your digital files, without any real...

Jul 3, 20124 min read

DIY How-to: Building Wine Storage in an Armoire

This post details a DIY process for building wine storage in an armoire or other available storage space.

May 18, 20123 min read

Tech How-to: Disassembly of a LaCie Rugged External Hard Drive

This post provides step by step instructions for disassembling a LaCie rugged portable hard drive.

Mar 4, 20122 min read

In Lieu of Board Games…

Tonight was “game night” at a friends house. Everyone invited was to B.Y.O.B. and a game. Scattergories is always a favorite of mine, so...

Feb 18, 20123 min read

Tech How-to: Disassembly of a LaCie Porsche External Hard Drive

This tech how-to post provides detailed instructions for disassembly of a LaCie Porsche external hard drive, followed by testing the unit.

Dec 31, 20112 min read

Tech How-to: Fixing Pro Tools 10 CPU Overload Errors

A breakthrough! A breakthrough! I have been doing some experimenting with my recording rig, as described yesterday. Today it seems that...

Dec 28, 20113 min read

Exploring Techland (Kindle Fire Reviewed)

So… I just got a new Kindle Fire from the bosses and VIPs at work! Such an awesome gift that they gave to probably 200 people overall....

KilmerMedia

Let's Chat!
(Note: we aren't accepting guest blog submissions.)