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Forum

Why haven't I received my registration email?

Emails are sent immediately but may take several minutes to arrive. Please check your spam folder if it hasn't been received after an hour.

Registrations from the following domains can fail due to problems with spam filters routinely rejecting registration emails. If your provider is listed below it is recommended you use an alternative email address for account registration/management.

att.net / earthlink.net / sbcglobal.net / bellsouth / prodigy.net / pacbell.net / mindspring.com / inbox.ru / mail.ru

 

I haven't received my password

Please check your spam folder as the email may have been flagged as spam. If your ISP isn't passing on the registration email you may need to re-register using an alternative email provider as managing your account will require a valid/working email address.

 

I have forgotten my user name/password

To retrieve a lost username or password please follow the instructions on the log-in screen.

 

I am having problems logging in or out from the site

Most failed logins can be traced to sessions/cookie problems which can be corrected by deleting the cookie cache in your browser. If the problem persists please contact the webmaster with details.

 

I am logged in but cannot post in the forum

This issue is generally caused by a sessions/cookie problem which can be corrected by deleting the cookie cache in your browser.

If you have Zone Alarm and Symantec internet security make sure that they are not blocking referrer information from this site.

You should also ensure that you have cookies enabled.

If the problem persists please contact the webmaster with further details (eg any error messages and your browser configuration/any aftermarket security/privacy software installed)

 

How do I add an image to a forum post?

You may add images from the main gallery categories or your personal gallery to forum posts. Please follow the instructions in the gallery faq

 

Gallery

How do I upload images to the gallery?

To upload images to the gallery, browse to the relevant category and select the 'Upload' link. For further information please see the gallery faq

 

How do I upload images to my personal gallery?

To upload images to your personal gallery, login and follow either the 'my account' link on the home page, the 'profile' link in the forum or the 'your personal gallery' link in the gallery.

You may view your personal gallery by clicking on 'view personal gallery'. To upload images select the 'Upload' link. For further information please see the gallery faq

 

How do I add an image to a forum post?

To add a gallery image to a forum post simply paste the bbcode from the gallery page into your post. For further information please see the posting images faq

 

Who is the author of the information on this site?

In most cases when there is a specific author of an article or item that author is cited. In cases where no author is cited the material was prepared by the Vinyl Engine staff:

JaS (webmaster, site design and coding)
Seb (french content and translation, forum moderator and protractor designer)

 

Does this site have a Disclaimer?

While we hope that you will find the materials contained in this site useful, they could include technical inaccuracies or typographical errors. We reserve the right to make changes or improvements at any time. All information is provided for informational purposes only.

 

What are the Terms and Conditions for using this site?

The main terms and conditions can be found on the site policy page.

 

How often is this site updated?

Changes, updates, and new material are added daily, with significant updates posted on the news page.

 

Does the site have a privacy policy?

Our privacy policy explaining the collection and use of information can be found on the site policy page.

 

Using the library

Why do I need to register?

The registration system was introduced to reduce the load on the server caused by spam bots and search engine spiders.

Registration is free and gives full access to our document library, forum and gallery.

 

How do I open documents downloaded from the site?

You will need Acrobat Reader version 7 or later to open documents. If you get errors or a blank PDF please update your reader before posting to say there is a problem with the file.

 

What is the password to open the manuals?

There is no password required to open any of the files for reading/printing. If you get a security error please ensure that you have the latest version of free Acrobat reader installed.

 

Why do I get an error message when I try to open a document?

If you are having difficulties opening documents, or have received an error message such as this: "There was an error opening this document. Bad encrypt dictionary" then you should upgrade to the latest version of Adobe PDF Reader which is available free of charge from the Adobe web site.

 

Do I have to pay to download from the site?

Downloads are provided free of charge for personal, non commercial use. They are not licensed for redistribution.

 

Why does my download not start?

The download system has been tested in IE6, IE7 and Firefox 3 - other browsers may not be compatible.

Newer files require Acrobat 7 (1995) or later to view.

Other causes for failed downloads include pop-up-blockers preventing the download window opening, or security software blocking referrer information. You may need to temporarily disable the offending program, turn off referrer blocking, or add this site to the exceptions list. Follow this link for more information

You should also check that you have the very latest version of Acrobat reader installed on your system.

 

Who owns the copyright on the documents?

The downloadable files are copyright the Vinyl Engine and are provided under our user agreement. The content reproduced in many of the distributable documents listed on this site is believed to be in the public domain. Permission has been gained for the reproduction of additional documents wherever possible. If you believe your copyright has been infringed by any document posted on this web site please contact the webmaster with details.

Manufacturers who have allowed the use of their copyrighted material on this site include:

Mark Baker (Origin Live)
Bruce (Eminent Technology)
Chris Brady (Teres Audio)
John (Rega)
Heins Henrich Moerch (Moerch)
Steve Rowland (Michell Engineering)

 

How can I contribute to the site?

We are always looking for new material to add to the archive. If you are able to provide scans of relevant documents that aren't already in the library, or have been requested in the forum, you can submit them using the upload form by following the 'upload scans' link in the left hand menu. Note that you have to be logged in to see this link.

 

Can I copy or reprint information from the site?

Downloadable documents can be viewed, copied or printed provided the document is used for non-commercial purposes only and any copy of the document includes the Vinyl Engine cover page. We reserve the right to revoke such authorization at any time.

 

May I put a link to your site on my Web site?

You are welcome to link to the Vinyl Engine Web site or any pages within the site, however, these pages may change at any time without notice. If you link to pages within the site you are responsible for ongoing verification of the links. The Vinyl Engine asserts its copyright on all content created by the Vinyl Engine and reserves all other rights under relevant copyright statutes.

 

Can you put a link to my site on this site?

We receive many requests to put links on the site. Unfortunately, we are not able to honor all of them. To submit your site for consideration, please contact the webmaster with details.

 

What if I find a broken link on the site?

We apologize if you encounter any broken links on our site. We appreciate it if you would take the time to inform us of the broken link so we can take corrective action. To report a broken link, please contact the webmaster with details.

 

How can I advertise on your Web site?

The Vinyl Engine accepts limited sponsorship to help support the free services we offer. More information is avaiable here

 

How do I contact the Webmaster?

The webmaster may be contacted using the personal messaging system - please note you MUST be logged in to use this link: contact webmaster


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