ADAM LAMBERT THE OFFICIAL UNOFFICIAL SITE - Topic: POWER VOTE - STEP 3 (FINAL): GET READY TO ATTACK - FULL FAQ http://adam-lambert.org/forum/american-idol-general/power-vote-step-3-final-get-ready-to-attack-full-faq/ Simple:Press Forum Version 4.1.2 halfpint4adam on POWER VOTE - STEP 3 (FINAL): GET READY TO ATTACK - FULL FAQ http://adam-lambert.org/forum/american-idol-general/power-vote-step-3-final-get-ready-to-attack-full-faq/#p529 Adam Lambert in American Idol http://adam-lambert.org/forum/american-idol-general/power-vote-step-3-final-get-ready-to-attack-full-faq/#p529 Ok, I downloaded Gizmo and Vbuzzer, they work fine, but when  I tried using Mofiki it went all crazy on me, took over the mouse and I almost went crazy trying to figure out how to get the darn thing off my computer.  Could you give some instructions on how to use Mofiki?? Please... :-)

]]> Tue, 19 May 2009 12:48:18 -0400 dreamsound on POWER VOTE - STEP 3 (FINAL): GET READY TO ATTACK - FULL FAQ http://adam-lambert.org/forum/american-idol-general/power-vote-step-3-final-get-ready-to-attack-full-faq/#p528 Adam Lambert in American Idol http://adam-lambert.org/forum/american-idol-general/power-vote-step-3-final-get-ready-to-attack-full-faq/#p528 FINAL STEP OF OPERATION AND JUSTICE FOR ALL: OK, this is it troops, it is finally Tuesday. Steps 1 and 2 were only preparing everyone for this final step. This is IT, here's the information you NEED TO KNOW. I hope you are well rested, this is a big day for all of us.
If you've missed our previous steps go back to step 1 here: http://adam-lambert.org/power-voting-step-1/
  Begin by making this page your home page, even if it is only for today. This will sky rocket our ratings on Google and get this message to more people. If you do not want to make this site your home page press CTRL + D and bookmark, this also helps. We must be on the first page of Google today. Be sure to share this page with Adam Lambert fans all over the world: http://adam-lambert.org/vote/ NOW the next part of this final step is to download Autoclicker. This will make the whole process automated for you: http://download.cnet.com/Mofiki-s-AutoClicker-Premium/3000-2084_4-10825988.html INTERNATIONAL USERS: Watch the countdown timer on the right hand side so you know exactly when to begin voting. ADAM'S NUMBERS ARE : 1-866-436-5701 1-866-436-5703 1-866-436-5705 The official voting window for this week will be 4 hours, and with the use of Gizmo, we can all extend that to 7 hours.  Whatever it takes to win and cancel out Kris Allen fans' efforts. Have water and food ready, stay in our chat room and be sure to motivate each other. You can chat and vote at the same time. Avoid any distractions that are non-Adam Lambert related. This is a test of endurance and stamina. The MOST important thing is to NOT STOP VOTING AND TO STAY MOTIVATED. Here are the voting hours: (hours in blue indicate that you can vote only using Gizmo) When calling using Gizmo, add "00" to the beginning of the number for better results.  For those who have experience issues in the past with Gizmo, you may find the programs such as vbuzzer may work better for you.    Eastern: 8:55 PM-1:00AM and 1:00AM- 4:00AM (Gizmo) Central: 7:55PM-12:00AM and 12:00AM -3:00AM (Gizmo) Mountain: 6:55PM-7:55PM (Gizmo) and 7:55PM-12:00AM and 12:00AM-2:00AM (Gizmo) Pacific: 5:55PM -8:55PM (Gizmo) and 8:55PM-1:00AM
Here are some great ways to increase your number of votes.
1. As soon as the recorded answer picks up, "Thanks for voting..." you can hang up and dial again.
2. You can start texting and/or calling usually five minutes before the show ends!
   
Power Texting
If you have AT&T and unlimited texting, go here for instructions: http://adam-lambert.org/power-texting-with-att/
If you know someone who also has unlimited texting, try power texting them something a few times, to see if it works (maybe give them a heads up that you're going to bombard their inbox). Go ahead save Adam Lambert's number 5701, in your phone.
If you don't have AT&T, purchase a Go-Phone just to text on voting night.
 
 GIZMO FAQs
Why should I use Gizmo? Where can I download it?
Gizmo can be used to vote for an extra three hours when voting is closed for landlines/cell phones/texts in your time zone. So, if you are on the East coast, you can vote from 1AM-4AM (EST) using Gizmo.
 
Should I use Gizmo instead of using my landline/cell during regular voting hours?
Probably not a good idea. During regular voting hours (i.e. when you can call using your phone) you should only use Gizmo as a secondary method of voting. This is because Gizmo is usually slower than using your landline or cell. So if you have a landline and a cell-phone, focus your voting efforts on using those two phones.
 
How do I dial in Gizmo? And what number should I dial? To dial, just type in the number in the space provided (right next to the small phone icon). Be sure to dial “00” and then Adam’s number which will be:
 
“0018664365701” or “0018664365703” or “0018664365705”.
 
How do I know when my vote has been counted?
Your vote is counted as soon as you hear the words “Thank you…”.
 
Why do I hear a “ping” sound after a few rings? Why do I hear silence after that?
After ringing, you will hear a “ping” noise indicating that the call has connected. It often takes anywhere from 5-15 seconds after the “ping” before you either hear the “thank you for voting” message, a busy signal, or a ‘call could not be completed’ signal.
 
I keep getting busy signals! Is Gizmo working?
Gizmo is working. So long as the lines are open, you should keep trying to vote. Just as people have a difficult time getting through on their cells and landlines, there is often some difficulty voting through Gizmo because the lines are jammed. Eventually, the lines clear up and you will be able to vote more for Kris!
The call button is gray and it won’t go back to green, what do I do?
  1. Make sure you have exited out of the small window that pops out when you call. Wait a few seconds.
  2. If the button is still gray, try deleting a single digit in the number and re-entering it.
  3. If that doesn’t work, go to FILE and then EXIT and restart Gizmo. (Do not exit by clicking on the “x” button on the top right hand corner of the window as that simply minimizes Gizmo rather than exiting out of Gizmo)

Gizmo is completely frozen? Is this normal? What do I do? You can expect Gizmo to freeze up several times on voting nights - it's normal and probably due to the high call volume to the AI lines. Usually if you wait a few seconds it'll start working again. If not, try step 3 from the previous question.

I’ve heard a DJ say that using Gizmo is cheating, is it? No. The American Idol official statement is that VOIP programs may be used for voting.

None of these FAQ's have helped me so far. What gives? Try the Gizmo support page here: http://support.gizmo5.com/

I hate Gizmo with a passion! What do I do?? Try downloading vbuzzer here: http://www.vbuzzer.com/ . Some find this program to be more cooperative than gizmo. Ideally you want to have both.  

Some people have reported better success by putting no dashes between the numbers. Some have also reported more success by switching lines every so often (i.e. from 01, to 03, to 05).

Can I Vote if I subscribe to a digital phone service or VOIP (Voice Over Internet Protocol) service?
Yes, you can vote if you subscribe to some digital or internet-based phone systems, such as Vonage or Skype [Gizmo is one, too]. However, note that digital phone and VOIP services **often re-route outgoing calls to a different geographical location from which the call is being made.** As a result, you may only be able to vote in the voting window to which your call has been re-routed. If you are trying to vote in the regular voting window for your region and your call is re-routed outside of your region by your service provider, you will not be able to vote (instead, you will hear a fast busy signal). **However, you still have the availability to vote during the other voting window.** For further information, contact your digital phone or VOIP service provider.” The “legality” of using Gizmo and voting outside your own time zone, Gizmo is a VoIP service, which is totally valid for AI. Don’t scare people into not using it b/c they think the votes don’t count or it’s unethical or something. It’s totally legit - even for use outside your area’s voting window! More questions? Our Adam Lambert fans have the answers. Comment below. Remember everyone is responsible here to help people out on the comments below. ROCK THE VOTE!! [ad]
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