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From:
Philip Sherburne
To:
'idm@hyperreal.org'
Date:
Thu, 10 May 2001 09:38:02 -0700
Subject:
[idm] OT: idiot hardware question
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Ok, I'm just going to own up and admit my gross incompetence when it comes to computing. Now that we've cleared that up, I've got a question: Just bought myself a new laptop (Compaq Presario 1700) with a CD-RW drive. I'm trying to figure out how to run my MiniDisc into the computer, in order to burn CDs off MDs. (Currently using Adaptec CD-burning app.) The only line-in jack is a mic jack, though. Can I run the MD through that? I did, heard nothing... turned up all the volumes (MD, mixer, etc.) and could hear some signal going through, but running really hot and still almost inaudible. Is it a hardware problem or a software problem? Do I need a different soundcard? Am I just a fool? Thanks, Philip