Learning Center Videos
Looking for pointers on finding the right HDTV, GPS navigator, or other audio/video gear? Want to find out what's involved in common A/V installations? Check out our videos below — they'll walk you through how to choose, set up and use a variety of A/V components in your car and home. For even more information, use the blue bar at the top of this page to navigate to the products you'd like to learn about.
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Car Learning Center Videos
Component Speakers Installation Video
A 5-minute video that shows the basics of installing a component speaker system in a car.
Crutchfield ShortTakes Video: Using an iPod in Your Car
This short video describes your options for playing an iPod through your car's sound system.
Crutchfield ShortTakes Video: What Is Portable GPS For Your Car?
This brief video shows you how to choose, install, and use a portable GPS navigation device in your car.
Crutchfield ShortTakes Video: Portable Video in Your Car
This brief video shows you how to install and use a portable video player in your car.
Crutchfield Video: How to Add a Powered Subwoofer to Your Car's Sound System
This short video describes how to add a powered subwoofer to your car stereo system.
Crutchfield ShortTakes Video: Free Car Installation Gear
Learn how the free installation gear you get with most car stereos and car speakers bought from Crutchfield helps you do your own installation.
Video: Installing a K&N Intake Kit
Watch as we install a K&N Cold Air Intake System in a 2003 Lexus IS300.
Video: How to Choose the Right Satellite Radio
If you're interested in getting satellite radio, but not quite sure which kind of radio to get, then take a look at this video. We'll go over the basic kinds of gear to choose from and how you add it to your existing stereo, either in the car or at home.
Video: On the Road with Portable Navigation
Join us as we tour Washington D.C. while exploring some of the extra features of today's portable GPS navigators. You'll see that there's more to navigation than going from point A to point B.
Video: Bluetooth in Your Car
Bluetooth® hands-free calling can be a great benefit in the car, especially when it's integrated into your car stereo. Watch this video for a quick look at what it takes to add hands-free talking and wireless music streaming to your car stereo.
Video: Clarion FB275BT digital media receiver
Robert and Ken, Crutchfield car stereo experts, illustrate some of the cool features of Clarion's FB275BT digital media receiver.
Video: Valor ITS-702W in-dash DVD receiver
Robert and Ken, Crutchfield car stereo experts, illustrate some of the cool features of Valor's ITS-702W DVD receiver.
Video: JVC KD-AVX44 DVD receiver
Ken and Robert, Crutchfield car stereo experts, illustrate some of the cool features of JVC's KD-AVX44 El Kameleon DVD receiver.
Video: Alpine iDA-X200 digital media receiver
Robert and Ken, Crutchfield car stereo experts, illustrate some of the cool features of Alpine's iDA-X200 digital media receiver.
Video: Pioneer DEH-P5000UB CD receiver
Robert and Ken, Crutchfield car stereo experts, illustrate some of the cool features of Pioneer's DEH-P5000UB CD receiver.
Video: Sony XAVW1 in-dash DVD receiver
Ken and Robert, Crutchfield car stereo experts, illustrate some of the cool features of Sony's XAVW1 DVD receiver.
Car Stereo Installation Video
View a step-by-step overview of a basic car stereo receiver installation.
Car Speakers Installation Video
A brief video covering the basics of installing car speakers.
Video: Installing A Car Amplifier
Watch a brief video to get an overview of what's involved in installing an amp in a vehicle.
Satellite Radio Antenna Installation Video
You can install a satellite radio antenna - find out how
Mobile Video Installation Video
This Crutchfield video has the details on the different mobile video options available, and what's involved in installing them in your car.
Dynamat Installation Video
Watch our exclusive video to learn how easy it is to install Dynamat sound dampening material in your car.
Video: Pioneer AVIC F900BT Navigation Receiver
In this short video, car audio experts Deb and Zak highlight some of the coolest features of Pioneer's AVIC-F900BT in-dash navigation receiver.
Home Learning Center Videos
Video: Shopping for a Digital Camera
Learn about the five key things to consider when choosing a digital camera, and which features might fit your photographic needs.
Video: Installing In-wall and In-ceiling Speakers — The Basics
If you're thinking of installing in-wall or in-ceiling speakers in your home, this video is for you. We'll cover some of the most commonly asked questions and show you the basics of speaker installation.
Video: Shopping for an HDTV
This video covers the key things to consider when choosing a new television - screen size, the differences between LCD, plasma, and rear-projection TVs; and how to make sense of TV technology terms like "1080p." When you've finished watching this video, you'll have the knowledge you need to start shopping for a new HDTV.
Video: What You Need for HDTV
In this easy-to-follow video, we'll explain how to get a high-definition picture on your HDTV - from getting the right gear, to making the right connections.
Video: Shopping for a Camcorder
In this video, we'll cover key camcorder features, so you have the info you need to start shopping. Get the scoop on standard- vs. high-definition models, plus the pros and cons of each format.
Video: Wall-mounting Your Flat-panel TV — The Basics
We'll cover the key things to consider before you get started, and show you the basic steps involved in wall-mounting a flat-panel set.
Video: Samsung's WMN-5090 Motorized TV Wall Mount
In this video, we'll take a quick look at Samsung's WMN-5090 motorized wall mount in action.
Video: Nikon D300 Digital SLR Camera
Dave and Zak, Crutchfield camera enthusiasts, share their impressions of Nikon's D300 digital SLR.
Video: Automatic Speaker Calibration
Many home theater receivers feature automatic speaker calibration. Our experts explain how it can help you get more accurate surround sound.
Video: Analog-to-HDMI Conversion & Upconversion
In this short video, Crutchfield experts explain how HDMI conversion and upconversion can help you make the most of your high-def connections.
Video: Multi-room/Multi-source Audio
Crutchfield home theater experts Shawn and Amanda walk you through the basics of multi-room-capable receivers and how you can take advantage of your receiver's capabilities.
Video: Sony HDR-SR10 High-Definition Hard Drive Camcorder
Our experts share their impressions of Sony's HDR-SR10 high-definition hard drive camcorder.
Video: Canon VIXIA HF10 High-Definition Camcorder
J and Lauri, Crutchfield camcorder enthusiasts, highlight some of the cool features of Canon's HF10 high-definition camcorder.
Video: Sony DCR-SR45 Hard Drive Camcorder
Crutchfield camcorder enthusiasts share their impressions of Sony's DCR-SR45 hard drive camcorder.
Outdoor Speakers Installation Video
A helpful look at choosing, placing, and installing outdoor speakers.
Video: Harmony Universal Remotes
Our experts check out a Harmony universal remote and share their impressions.
Video: Sony Alpha DSLR-A350 Digital Camera
Crutchfield camera experts get a hands-on look at Sony's Alpha DSLR-A350 digital SLR.
Video: Canon EOS 40D Digital SLR
Zak and Dave, Crutchfield camera experts, share their impressions of Canon's EOS 40D digital SLR.
Video: Olympus Stylus 850 SW Waterproof Digital Camera
Our experts try out the waterproof Olympus 850 SW digital camera and share their impressions.
Video: Yamaha RX-V1800 & RX-V3800 Home Theater Receivers
In this short video, home theater experts Julie and Dave share their impressions of Yamaha's RX-V1800 and RX-V3800 home theater receivers.
Video: Polk Audio SurroundBar®
In this short video, Crutchfield home theater experts highlight the coolest features of the Polk Audio SurroundBar®.
Video: Sony HDR-SR12 High-definition Camcorder
In this short video, our experts showcase some cool features of Sony's HDR-SR12 high-def camcorder.
Video: Onkyo TX-SR606 Home Theater Receiver
Home theater experts Julie and Steve highlight some of the coolest features of Onkyo's TX-SR606 receiver.
Video: Yamaha RX-V863 Home theater receiver
Our experts take a look at Yamaha's RX-V863 home theater receiver.
Video: Bose® Lifestyle® V20 and V30 Home Theater Systems
Crutchfield home theater experts discuss the Bose Lifestyle V20 and V30 surround sound systems in this short video.
