I will check it out, right now I am testing the same using an old vcr recording
from last year of mallincam views.
It is an old tape, but there is very little lag so far.
I am here.
http://www.tikilive.com/show/ricks-mallincamcast





________________________________
From: scopeforme <jturner9@...>
To: mallincam@yahoogroups.com
Sent: Wed, November 11, 2009 9:22:56 AM
Subject: [MallinCam] TikiLive test video

 
I used Tikilive to broadcast and save these video slides.
Should give an idea of the picture quality. Some of from Hubble and some are
frame captures from my Mallincam. I hope the link works.

http://www.tikilive .com/video_ details/video/ 22770





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I used Tikilive to broadcast and save these video slides.
Should give an idea of the picture quality. Some of from Hubble and some are
frame captures from my Mallincam. I hope the link works.

http://www.tikilive.com/video_details/video/22770

Rock:
I asked before in regard to the pendulum remote.
Would the camera need to be sent in or is it a plug in device?
I have a green LED....Thanks...Gar
   ----- Original Message -----
   From: mallincam
   To: mallincam@yahoogroups.com
   Sent: Wednesday, November 11, 2009 8:05 AM
   Subject: [MallinCam] Re: What standards and features should a broadcast site
offer?



   Jim,

   Your effort is greatly appreciated by all who will broadcast, and for all
viewers as well.

   RM

   --- In mallincam@yahoogroups.com, "scopeforme" <jturner9@...> wrote:
   >
   >
   >
   >
   > Rock
   >
   > No thanks needed. It's what we all do and enjoy and that's what counts. Just
keep making a great camera.
   >
   > Jim
   >
   >
   > --- In mallincam@yahoogroups.com, "mallincam" <mallincam@> wrote:
   > >
   > > Jim, all,
   > >
   > > Thank you for the support. I strongly believe and suported astronomy
education. Now days, many people don't want to get up and go to a side walk
astronomy session like we do here in Ottawa and look through an eyepiece. If
they do, and look into an eyepiece, a lot of reactions is... "Oh, that's all
what it is, that little fuzz ball??". Nothing more raise my hair at the back of
my neck when I hear this at sidewalk sessions. To be honest, I don't blame them.
   > >
   > > Now technology is here. Next step is reach them via internet! Better than
ever, in color, live, with a live discussion chat room about observation of
celestial object. John Dobson went to the people on the street and show them the
universe. That's because they did not have internet back then. People went for
walks during evenings back then. Now, watch out! Internet is here. People are on
the internet in greater numbers than ever.
   > >
   > > Having a private site would benefit many. We could have a planned public
observation night where anyone can join in. Also we could have a tech night
among advanced observers with password protected sessions. The possibilities and
endless.
   > >
   > > It take a lot of time and organization to design a suite that will give us
most of what we want and need.
   > >
   > > Right now, for the price, the eyepartner.com thing is the best avenue,
thank to Jim Turner who has found this and pass the info to me.
   > >
   > > Jim, Thank you! You've been great help.
   > >
   > > Rock M.
   > >
   > >
   > >
   > > --- In mallincam@yahoogroups.com, "scopeforme" <jturner9@> wrote:
   > > >
   > > > Rock's on it folks. When the time comes we will need to support this
   > > > in numbers. Please keep this in mind. The more people we have the better
for us all.
   > > >
   > > > --- In mallincam@yahoogroups.com, "mallincam" <mallincam@> wrote:
   > > > >
   > > > > Dave,
   > > > >
   > > > > Your ideas are great, thank you for sharing with the group. Jim Turner
has found a site called Blinkotv.com which they offer at a very reasonable rate
private broadcast. They also own Tikilive.com which is free at the moment.
Server seems to be in Texas which is why the system is very quick and stable. I
am in the works and communication with eyepartner.com passing along requests and
prices. They can develop a software just for us and implement it to our own
private broadcast.
   > > > > At the moment, Tikilive.com has a lot of what you suggested.
   > > > >
   > > > > Check out the following
   > > > >
   > > > > http://tikilive.com
   > > > >
   > > > > http://blinkotv.com
   > > > >
   > > > > http://eyepartner.com
   > > > >
   > > > > Some of these guys even offer HD quality at full 30 frames per
seconds.
   > > > >
   > > > > They have all the answer for us. I'll keep the group posted.
   > > > >
   > > > > Rock M.
   > > > >
   > > > > --- In mallincam@yahoogroups.com, "df.emery" <dfemery@> wrote:
   > > > > >
   > > > > > I'm not a regular broadcaster, but I am a regular viewer and a
MallinCam enthusiast. Like everybody else, I have been frustrated since the
demise of SparkCast and would love to find a site that meets our collective
needs.
   > > > > >
   > > > > > It has occurred to me that no one (at least, as far as I know) has
attempted to identify the features and capabilities that we, as a group, really
want and need. I think it might be a good idea for us to 'brainstorm' and come
up with a checklist of these things. If we have some collective idea of what the
ideal site would offer, we might be able to share these ideas with site hosts
and developers... and who knows? Maybe some of these features could be added to
one of the sites we are trying out. Anyway, if WE don't have a concrete idea
about what we want and need, we surely can't expect some site to magically come
up with them out of thin air!
   > > > > >
   > > > > > Anyway... here is a list of some things that have occurred to me:
   > > > > >
   > > > > > * Sufficient bandwidth for real-time streaming video (How much
bandwidth is sufficient?)
   > > > > >
   > > > > > * Sufficient space on the server for recorded broadcasts and
stills(How much disk space, on average, is sufficient per user?)
   > > > > >
   > > > > > * Text chat (Most sites offer it anyway.)
   > > > > >
   > > > > > * Audio broadcast capability as well as video (Some in our group
normally run an 'open mike' which I personally like... some don't.)
   > > > > >
   > > > > > * Two-way audio (As far as I know, NO site offers this. But it would
be nice if all of us watching a broadcast could chat, conference-call style...)
   > > > > >
   > > > > > * A SparkCast-like window that displays all current astro-video
broadcasters... easy to see who is currently broadcasting... easy to click to
join in.
   > > > > >
   > > > > > * A robust suite of controls that allow a broadcaster to 'tweak' his
outgoing video; and that allow a viewer to 'tweak' the incoming video as well.
This was one of Sparky's strengths, in my opinion.
   > > > > >
   > > > > > * Utilities for video capture and frame capture.
   > > > > >
   > > > > > * Responsive technical support with a phone number and/or e-Mail
address. I remember once what Sparky was down for a week or more, probably
because no one was responsible for monitoring it and getting it up and running.
   > > > > >
   > > > > > ... and what else?
   > > > > >
   > > > > > Let's come up with a list of these features, and see if there is a
consensus.
   > > > > >
   > > > > > --Dave Emery
   > > > > > Tenants Harbor, Maine
   > > > > >
   > > > >
   > > >
   > >
   >





[Non-text portions of this message have been removed]

Bruce,
 
Did you get the USB adapter to work finally?
 
Jack

Jack Huerkamp

Jack's Astro Accessories LLC

38388 Pine Street

Pearl RIver, LA 70452-5192

www.WaningMoonII.com

jackhuerkamp@...

--- On Tue, 11/3/09, Bruce Berger <bruce@...> wrote:


From: Bruce Berger <bruce@...>
Subject: RE: [MallinCam] Re: Online article mentions MallinCam, Software Bisque,
Sirius Observatories
To: mallincam@yahoogroups.com
Date: Tuesday, November 3, 2009, 5:06 PM


Thanks Rock,

We're just bringing up the MC and had a little glitch with the USB adapter,
but I spoke with Jack last night and all is well now. It's a very nice
product.

Clear skies!
Bruce Berger
Chelmsford, Massachusetts USA
<mailto:bruce@...> bruce@...
+1 978 387 4189

Check out my Astronomy Website at http://scopemaker.com/blog


  _____ 

From: mallincam@yahoogroups.com [mailto:mallincam@yahoogroups.com] On Behalf
Of mallincam
Sent: Tuesday, November 03, 2009 11:43 AM
To: mallincam@yahoogroups.com
Subject: [MallinCam] Re: Online article mentions MallinCam, Software Bisque,
Sirius Observatories


 

Bruce,

Most impressive article / blog and thank you for sharing with the group!
If you need any help, please do not hesitate by posting on the group or send
an e mail privately to Jack or myself.

Rock M.

--- In mallincam@yahoogrou <mailto:mallincam%40yahoogroups.com> ps.com,
"Bruce Berger" <bruce@...> wrote:
>
> Hi,
>
> Check out an online article I just posted on a neat observatory in the
dark
> skies of New Hampshire.
>
> http://scopemaker. <http://scopemaker.com/blog> com/blog
>
> Bruce Berger
> Chelmsford, Massachusetts USA
> bruce@...
> +1 978 387 4189
>
> Check out my Astronomy Website at http://scopemaker.
<http://scopemaker.com/blog> com/blog
>
>
>
>
> [Non-text portions of this message have been removed]
>






[Non-text portions of this message have been removed]



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Yahoo! Groups Links





[Non-text portions of this message have been removed]

Rock
 
thanks for that I will be in touch in the new year for the upgrade
 
thanks
 
H

--- On Wed, 11/11/09, mallincam <mallincam@...> wrote:


From: mallincam <mallincam@...>
Subject: [MallinCam] Re: New Product
To: mallincam@yahoogroups.com
Date: Wednesday, November 11, 2009, 2:01 PM


 



Hi Howard,

Your red led camera is fully upgradable to the standard of the MC VSS. When the
MallinCam Hyper PLUS Color were switched from green to red led, the electronics
were in part also upgraded to new standards. There are several additions to your
camera that has to be implemented to make it into a VSS. The only thing is you
will remain with the same color external case your camera has.

If too many upgrades comes in at the same time, production of the cameras will
be reduced by half or more. People are already on a waiting list to get a new
MallinCam and I do not want to have a longer manufacturing waiting list. I take
upgrades as time allows us to so. Each individual upgrades is maintain to the
highest quality. Don't want to rush any manufacturing or upgrades to affect
final quality.

I have received several inquiries for upgrades and they all have been booked
till at least January. It takes time to do a good precision job where the camera
will function to it fullest and best performance ever for a long time to come.

Rock M.

--- In mallincam@yahoogrou ps.com, feeways <feeways@... > wrote:
>
> thanks
>  
> when do you suppose it will be possible to update my red led MCHP to
incorporate all these new features??
>  
> Howard
>
> --- On Wed, 11/11/09, mallincam <mallincam@. ..> wrote:
>
>
> From: mallincam <mallincam@. ..>
> Subject: [MallinCam] Re: New Product
> To: mallincam@yahoogrou ps.com
> Date: Wednesday, November 11, 2009, 1:42 AM
>
>
>  
>
>
>
> Howard,
>
> The VSS has been covered on the list before. Here's some key features:
>
> 1- New Third Generation Hyper Circuit
> 2- New Variable shutter from 3.3 secs to 56 seconds
> 3- New X 2 feature controlled via RS 232 which will give the new VSS exposure
time of about 2 minutes
> 4- New Computerized TEC which allows a user to control the TEC via RS232 and
select noise detection for the Peltier cooler
> 5- Camera is ready for wired remote control unit which is in the works at the
moment
> 6- New color external case and logo
> 7- New preamp section at the ccd sensor level with slightly more gain
> 8- New rear mounted RED led for TEC noise detection cicuit indicator
> 9- New rear mounted Yellow LED indicator for the refresh rate count
> 10- Can be controlled via RS 232.
> 11- More info at: http://mallincam. tripod.com/ id49.html
>
> RM
>
> --- In mallincam@yahoogrou ps.com, "feeways" <feeways@ > wrote:
> >
> > Rock
> >
> > what are the main benefits of your VSS camera as compared with the MCHP?
> >
> > Howard
> >
> > --- In mallincam@yahoogrou ps.com, "mallincam" <mallincam@> wrote:
> > >
> > > All,
> > >
> > > After some experimentation and some design ideas, a new device will be
available soon. It is a Digital Video Enhancer (DVE). It allows background noise
reduction without affecting the main image. It also has a whole bunch of
features such as DARKEN image mode where it will be possible to increase signal
to noise ratio by a large amount. This mean we can now run the MCHP a near full
gain and yet maintain a clear darker image without the excessive white
background. The video stabilizer offers excellent features for live situation or
imaging situation. You can also now convert your MallinCan Color camera into a
monochrome without the loss of sensitivity. To read more about it here's the
link of the unit at:
> > >
> > > http://mallincam. tripod.com/ id43.html
> > >
> > > Rock M.
> > >
> >
>
>
>
>
>
>
>
>
>
>
>
> [Non-text portions of this message have been removed]
>











[Non-text portions of this message have been removed]

Jim,

   Your effort is greatly appreciated by all who will broadcast, and for all
viewers as well.

  RM



--- In mallincam@yahoogroups.com, "scopeforme" <jturner9@...> wrote:
>
>
>
>
> Rock
>
> No thanks needed. It's what we all do and enjoy and that's what counts. Just
keep making a great camera.
>
> Jim
>
>
> --- In mallincam@yahoogroups.com, "mallincam" <mallincam@> wrote:
> >
> > Jim, all,
> >
> > Thank you for the support. I strongly believe and suported astronomy
education. Now days, many people don't want to get up and go to a side walk
astronomy session like we do here in Ottawa and look through an eyepiece. If
they do, and look into an eyepiece, a lot of reactions is... "Oh, that's all
what it is, that little fuzz ball??". Nothing more raise my hair at the back of
my neck when I hear this at sidewalk sessions. To be honest, I don't blame them.
> >
> >  Now technology is here.  Next step is reach them via internet! Better than
ever, in color, live, with a live discussion chat room about observation of
celestial object. John Dobson went to the people on the street and show them the
universe. That's because they did not have internet back then. People went for
walks during evenings back then. Now, watch out! Internet is here. People are on
the internet in greater numbers than ever.
> >
> > Having a private site would benefit many. We could have a planned public
observation night where anyone can join in. Also we could have a tech night
among advanced observers with password protected sessions. The possibilities and
endless.
> >
> >  It take a lot of time and organization to design a suite that will give us
most of what we want and need.
> >
> >  Right now, for the price, the eyepartner.com thing is the best avenue,
thank to Jim Turner who has found this and pass the info to me.
> >
> >  Jim, Thank you! You've been great help.
> >
> >  Rock M.
> >
> >
> >
> > --- In mallincam@yahoogroups.com, "scopeforme" <jturner9@> wrote:
> > >
> > > Rock's on it folks.  When the time comes we will need to support this
> > > in numbers. Please keep this in mind. The more people we have the better
for us all.
> > >
> > > --- In mallincam@yahoogroups.com, "mallincam" <mallincam@> wrote:
> > > >
> > > > Dave,
> > > >
> > > >  Your ideas are great, thank you for sharing with the group. Jim Turner
has found a site called Blinkotv.com which they offer at a very reasonable rate
private broadcast. They also own Tikilive.com which is free at the moment.
Server seems to be in Texas which is why the system is very quick and stable. I
am in the works and communication with eyepartner.com passing along requests and
prices. They can develop a software just for us  and implement it to our own
private broadcast.
> > > > At the moment, Tikilive.com has a lot of what you suggested.
> > > >
> > > > Check out the following
> > > >
> > > > http://tikilive.com
> > > >
> > > > http://blinkotv.com
> > > >
> > > > http://eyepartner.com
> > > >
> > > > Some of these guys even offer HD quality at full 30 frames per seconds.
> > > >
> > > > They have all the answer for us. I'll keep the group posted.
> > > >
> > > > Rock M.
> > > >
> > > > --- In mallincam@yahoogroups.com, "df.emery" <dfemery@> wrote:
> > > > >
> > > > > I'm not a regular broadcaster, but I am a regular viewer and a
MallinCam enthusiast. Like everybody else, I have been frustrated since the
demise of SparkCast and would love to find a site that meets our collective
needs.
> > > > >
> > > > > It has occurred to me that no one (at least, as far as I know) has
attempted to identify the features and capabilities that we, as a group, really
want and need. I think it might be a good idea for us to 'brainstorm' and come
up with a checklist of these things. If we have some collective idea of what the
ideal site would offer, we might be able to share these ideas with site hosts
and developers... and who knows? Maybe some of these features could be added to
one of the sites we are trying out. Anyway, if WE don't have a concrete idea
about what we want and need, we surely can't expect some site to magically come
up with them out of thin air!
> > > > >
> > > > > Anyway... here is a list of some things that have occurred to me:
> > > > >
> > > > > * Sufficient bandwidth for real-time streaming video (How much
bandwidth is sufficient?)
> > > > >
> > > > > * Sufficient space on the server for recorded broadcasts and
stills(How much disk space, on average, is sufficient per user?)
> > > > >
> > > > > * Text chat (Most sites offer it anyway.)
> > > > >
> > > > > * Audio broadcast capability as well as video (Some in our group
normally run an 'open mike' which I personally like... some don't.)
> > > > >
> > > > > * Two-way audio (As far as I know, NO site offers this. But it would
be nice if all of us watching a broadcast could chat, conference-call style...)
> > > > >
> > > > > * A SparkCast-like window that displays all current astro-video
broadcasters... easy to see who is currently broadcasting... easy to click to
join in.
> > > > >
> > > > > * A robust suite of controls that allow a broadcaster to 'tweak' his
outgoing video; and that allow a viewer to 'tweak' the incoming video as well.
This was one of Sparky's strengths, in my opinion.
> > > > >
> > > > > * Utilities for video capture and frame capture.
> > > > >
> > > > > * Responsive technical support with a phone number and/or e-Mail
address. I remember once what Sparky was down for a week or more, probably
because no one was responsible for monitoring it and getting it up and running.
> > > > >
> > > > > ... and what else?
> > > > >
> > > > > Let's come up with a list of these features, and see if there is a
consensus.
> > > > >
> > > > > --Dave Emery
> > > > > Tenants Harbor, Maine
> > > > >
> > > >
> > >
> >
>

Hi Howard,

  Your red led camera is fully upgradable to the standard of the MC VSS. When the
MallinCam Hyper PLUS Color were switched from green to red led, the electronics
were in part also upgraded to new standards. There are several additions to your
camera that has to be implemented to make it into a VSS. The only thing is you
will remain with the same color external case your camera has.

   If too many upgrades comes in at the same time, production of the cameras will
be reduced by half or more. People are already on a waiting list to get a new
MallinCam and I do not want to have a longer manufacturing waiting list. I take
upgrades as time allows us to so. Each individual upgrades is maintain to the
highest quality. Don't want to rush any manufacturing or upgrades to affect
final quality.


  I have received several inquiries for upgrades and they all have been booked
till at least January. It takes time to do a good precision job where the camera
will function to it fullest and best performance ever for a long time to come.

   Rock M.

--- In mallincam@yahoogroups.com, feeways <feeways@...> wrote:
>
> thanks
>  
> when do you suppose it will be possible to update my red led MCHP to
incorporate all these new features??
>  
> Howard
>
> --- On Wed, 11/11/09, mallincam <mallincam@...> wrote:
>
>
> From: mallincam <mallincam@...>
> Subject: [MallinCam] Re: New Product
> To: mallincam@yahoogroups.com
> Date: Wednesday, November 11, 2009, 1:42 AM
>
>
>  
>
>
>
> Howard,
>
> The VSS has been covered on the list before. Here's some key features:
>
> 1- New Third Generation Hyper Circuit
> 2- New Variable shutter from 3.3 secs to 56 seconds
> 3- New X 2 feature controlled via RS 232 which will give the new VSS exposure
time of about 2 minutes
> 4- New Computerized TEC which allows a user to control the TEC via RS232 and
select noise detection for the Peltier cooler
> 5- Camera is ready for wired remote control unit which is in the works at the
moment
> 6- New color external case and logo
> 7- New preamp section at the ccd sensor level with slightly more gain
> 8- New rear mounted RED led for TEC noise detection cicuit indicator
> 9- New rear mounted Yellow LED indicator for the refresh rate count
> 10- Can be controlled via RS 232.
> 11- More info at: http://mallincam. tripod.com/ id49.html
>
> RM
>
> --- In mallincam@yahoogrou ps.com, "feeways" <feeways@ > wrote:
> >
> > Rock
> >
> > what are the main benefits of your VSS camera as compared with the MCHP?
> >
> > Howard
> >
> > --- In mallincam@yahoogrou ps.com, "mallincam" <mallincam@> wrote:
> > >
> > > All,
> > >
> > > After some experimentation and some design ideas, a new device will be
available soon. It is a Digital Video Enhancer (DVE). It allows background noise
reduction without affecting the main image. It also has a whole bunch of
features such as DARKEN image mode where it will be possible to increase signal
to noise ratio by a large amount. This mean we can now run the MCHP a near full
gain and yet maintain a clear darker image without the excessive white
background. The video stabilizer offers excellent features for live situation or
imaging situation. You can also now convert your MallinCan Color camera into a
monochrome without the loss of sensitivity. To read more about it here's the
link of the unit at:
> > >
> > > http://mallincam. tripod.com/ id43.html
> > >
> > > Rock M.
> > >
> >
>
>
>
>
>
>
>
>
>
>
>
> [Non-text portions of this message have been removed]
>

Rock

No thanks needed. It's what we all do and enjoy and that's what counts. Just
keep making a great camera.

Jim


--- In mallincam@yahoogroups.com, "mallincam" <mallincam@...> wrote:
>
> Jim, all,
>
> Thank you for the support. I strongly believe and suported astronomy
education. Now days, many people don't want to get up and go to a side walk
astronomy session like we do here in Ottawa and look through an eyepiece. If
they do, and look into an eyepiece, a lot of reactions is... "Oh, that's all
what it is, that little fuzz ball??". Nothing more raise my hair at the back of
my neck when I hear this at sidewalk sessions. To be honest, I don't blame them.
>
>  Now technology is here.  Next step is reach them via internet! Better than
ever, in color, live, with a live discussion chat room about observation of
celestial object. John Dobson went to the people on the street and show them the
universe. That's because they did not have internet back then. People went for
walks during evenings back then. Now, watch out! Internet is here. People are on
the internet in greater numbers than ever.
>
> Having a private site would benefit many. We could have a planned public
observation night where anyone can join in. Also we could have a tech night
among advanced observers with password protected sessions. The possibilities and
endless.
>
>  It take a lot of time and organization to design a suite that will give us
most of what we want and need.
>
>  Right now, for the price, the eyepartner.com thing is the best avenue, thank
to Jim Turner who has found this and pass the info to me.
>
>  Jim, Thank you! You've been great help.
>
>  Rock M.
>
>
>
> --- In mallincam@yahoogroups.com, "scopeforme" <jturner9@> wrote:
> >
> > Rock's on it folks.  When the time comes we will need to support this
> > in numbers. Please keep this in mind. The more people we have the better for
us all.
> >
> > --- In mallincam@yahoogroups.com, "mallincam" <mallincam@> wrote:
> > >
> > > Dave,
> > >
> > >  Your ideas are great, thank you for sharing with the group. Jim Turner
has found a site called Blinkotv.com which they offer at a very reasonable rate
private broadcast. They also own Tikilive.com which is free at the moment.
Server seems to be in Texas which is why the system is very quick and stable. I
am in the works and communication with eyepartner.com passing along requests and
prices. They can develop a software just for us  and implement it to our own
private broadcast.
> > > At the moment, Tikilive.com has a lot of what you suggested.
> > >
> > > Check out the following
> > >
> > > http://tikilive.com
> > >
> > > http://blinkotv.com
> > >
> > > http://eyepartner.com
> > >
> > > Some of these guys even offer HD quality at full 30 frames per seconds.
> > >
> > > They have all the answer for us. I'll keep the group posted.
> > >
> > > Rock M.
> > >
> > > --- In mallincam@yahoogroups.com, "df.emery" <dfemery@> wrote:
> > > >
> > > > I'm not a regular broadcaster, but I am a regular viewer and a MallinCam
enthusiast. Like everybody else, I have been frustrated since the demise of
SparkCast and would love to find a site that meets our collective needs.
> > > >
> > > > It has occurred to me that no one (at least, as far as I know) has
attempted to identify the features and capabilities that we, as a group, really
want and need. I think it might be a good idea for us to 'brainstorm' and come
up with a checklist of these things. If we have some collective idea of what the
ideal site would offer, we might be able to share these ideas with site hosts
and developers... and who knows? Maybe some of these features could be added to
one of the sites we are trying out. Anyway, if WE don't have a concrete idea
about what we want and need, we surely can't expect some site to magically come
up with them out of thin air!
> > > >
> > > > Anyway... here is a list of some things that have occurred to me:
> > > >
> > > > * Sufficient bandwidth for real-time streaming video (How much bandwidth
is sufficient?)
> > > >
> > > > * Sufficient space on the server for recorded broadcasts and stills(How
much disk space, on average, is sufficient per user?)
> > > >
> > > > * Text chat (Most sites offer it anyway.)
> > > >
> > > > * Audio broadcast capability as well as video (Some in our group
normally run an 'open mike' which I personally like... some don't.)
> > > >
> > > > * Two-way audio (As far as I know, NO site offers this. But it would be
nice if all of us watching a broadcast could chat, conference-call style...)
> > > >
> > > > * A SparkCast-like window that displays all current astro-video
broadcasters... easy to see who is currently broadcasting... easy to click to
join in.
> > > >
> > > > * A robust suite of controls that allow a broadcaster to 'tweak' his
outgoing video; and that allow a viewer to 'tweak' the incoming video as well.
This was one of Sparky's strengths, in my opinion.
> > > >
> > > > * Utilities for video capture and frame capture.
> > > >
> > > > * Responsive technical support with a phone number and/or e-Mail
address. I remember once what Sparky was down for a week or more, probably
because no one was responsible for monitoring it and getting it up and running.
> > > >
> > > > ... and what else?
> > > >
> > > > Let's come up with a list of these features, and see if there is a
consensus.
> > > >
> > > > --Dave Emery
> > > > Tenants Harbor, Maine
> > > >
> > >
> >
>

thanks
 
when do you suppose it will be possible to update my red led MCHP to incorporate
all these new features??
 
Howard

--- On Wed, 11/11/09, mallincam <mallincam@...> wrote:


From: mallincam <mallincam@...>
Subject: [MallinCam] Re: New Product
To: mallincam@yahoogroups.com
Date: Wednesday, November 11, 2009, 1:42 AM


 



Howard,

The VSS has been covered on the list before. Here's some key features:

1- New Third Generation Hyper Circuit
2- New Variable shutter from 3.3 secs to 56 seconds
3- New X 2 feature controlled via RS 232 which will give the new VSS exposure
time of about 2 minutes
4- New Computerized TEC which allows a user to control the TEC via RS232 and
select noise detection for the Peltier cooler
5- Camera is ready for wired remote control unit which is in the works at the
moment
6- New color external case and logo
7- New preamp section at the ccd sensor level with slightly more gain
8- New rear mounted RED led for TEC noise detection cicuit indicator
9- New rear mounted Yellow LED indicator for the refresh rate count
10- Can be controlled via RS 232.
11- More info at: http://mallincam. tripod.com/ id49.html

RM

--- In mallincam@yahoogrou ps.com, "feeways" <feeways@... > wrote:
>
> Rock
>
> what are the main benefits of your VSS camera as compared with the MCHP?
>
> Howard
>
> --- In mallincam@yahoogrou ps.com, "mallincam" <mallincam@> wrote:
> >
> > All,
> >
> > After some experimentation and some design ideas, a new device will be
available soon. It is a Digital Video Enhancer (DVE). It allows background noise
reduction without affecting the main image. It also has a whole bunch of
features such as DARKEN image mode where it will be possible to increase signal
to noise ratio by a large amount. This mean we can now run the MCHP a near full
gain and yet maintain a clear darker image without the excessive white
background. The video stabilizer offers excellent features for live situation or
imaging situation. You can also now convert your MallinCan Color camera into a
monochrome without the loss of sensitivity. To read more about it here's the
link of the unit at:
> >
> > http://mallincam. tripod.com/ id43.html
> >
> > Rock M.
> >
>











[Non-text portions of this message have been removed]

I just checked out EyePartner, TikiLive and BlinkoTV as Rock suggested... and
WOW WOW WOW!! This looks like the best quality video ever!!! And I'd tune into
Tiki just for the peppy music!!!

Jim has done us a great service by finding these... especially since EyePartner
is a software developer capable, with Rock's input, of producing the interface
with the features we need.

--Dave Emery



--- In mallincam@yahoogroups.com, "mallincam" <mallincam@...> wrote:
>
> Jim, all,
>
> Thank you for the support. I strongly believe and suported astronomy
education. Now days, many people don't want to get up and go to a side walk
astronomy session like we do here in Ottawa and look through an eyepiece. If
they do, and look into an eyepiece, a lot of reactions is... "Oh, that's all
what it is, that little fuzz ball??". Nothing more raise my hair at the back of
my neck when I hear this at sidewalk sessions. To be honest, I don't blame them.
>
>  Now technology is here.  Next step is reach them via internet! Better than
ever, in color, live, with a live discussion chat room about observation of
celestial object. John Dobson went to the people on the street and show them the
universe. That's because they did not have internet back then. People went for
walks during evenings back then. Now, watch out! Internet is here. People are on
the internet in greater numbers than ever.
>
> Having a private site would benefit many. We could have a planned public
observation night where anyone can join in. Also we could have a tech night
among advanced observers with password protected sessions. The possibilities and
endless.
>
>  It take a lot of time and organization to design a suite that will give us
most of what we want and need.
>
>  Right now, for the price, the eyepartner.com thing is the best avenue, thank
to Jim Turner who has found this and pass the info to me.
>
>  Jim, Thank you! You've been great help.
>
>  Rock M.
>
>
>
> --- In mallincam@yahoogroups.com, "scopeforme" <jturner9@> wrote:
> >
> > Rock's on it folks.  When the time comes we will need to support this
> > in numbers. Please keep this in mind. The more people we have the better for
us all.
> >
> > --- In mallincam@yahoogroups.com, "mallincam" <mallincam@> wrote:
> > >
> > > Dave,
> > >
> > >  Your ideas are great, thank you for sharing with the group. Jim Turner
has found a site called Blinkotv.com which they offer at a very reasonable rate
private broadcast. They also own Tikilive.com which is free at the moment.
Server seems to be in Texas which is why the system is very quick and stable. I
am in the works and communication with eyepartner.com passing along requests and
prices. They can develop a software just for us  and implement it to our own
private broadcast.
> > > At the moment, Tikilive.com has a lot of what you suggested.
> > >
> > > Check out the following
> > >
> > > http://tikilive.com
> > >
> > > http://blinkotv.com
> > >
> > > http://eyepartner.com
> > >
> > > Some of these guys even offer HD quality at full 30 frames per seconds.
> > >
> > > They have all the answer for us. I'll keep the group posted.
> > >
> > > Rock M.
> > >
> > > --- In mallincam@yahoogroups.com, "df.emery" <dfemery@> wrote:
> > > >
> > > > I'm not a regular broadcaster, but I am a regular viewer and a MallinCam
enthusiast. Like everybody else, I have been frustrated since the demise of
SparkCast and would love to find a site that meets our collective needs.
> > > >
> > > > It has occurred to me that no one (at least, as far as I know) has
attempted to identify the features and capabilities that we, as a group, really
want and need. I think it might be a good idea for us to 'brainstorm' and come
up with a checklist of these things. If we have some collective idea of what the
ideal site would offer, we might be able to share these ideas with site hosts
and developers... and who knows? Maybe some of these features could be added to
one of the sites we are trying out. Anyway, if WE don't have a concrete idea
about what we want and need, we surely can't expect some site to magically come
up with them out of thin air!
> > > >
> > > > Anyway... here is a list of some things that have occurred to me:
> > > >
> > > > * Sufficient bandwidth for real-time streaming video (How much bandwidth
is sufficient?)
> > > >
> > > > * Sufficient space on the server for recorded broadcasts and stills(How
much disk space, on average, is sufficient per user?)
> > > >
> > > > * Text chat (Most sites offer it anyway.)
> > > >
> > > > * Audio broadcast capability as well as video (Some in our group
normally run an 'open mike' which I personally like... some don't.)
> > > >
> > > > * Two-way audio (As far as I know, NO site offers this. But it would be
nice if all of us watching a broadcast could chat, conference-call style...)
> > > >
> > > > * A SparkCast-like window that displays all current astro-video
broadcasters... easy to see who is currently broadcasting... easy to click to
join in.
> > > >
> > > > * A robust suite of controls that allow a broadcaster to 'tweak' his
outgoing video; and that allow a viewer to 'tweak' the incoming video as well.
This was one of Sparky's strengths, in my opinion.
> > > >
> > > > * Utilities for video capture and frame capture.
> > > >
> > > > * Responsive technical support with a phone number and/or e-Mail
address. I remember once what Sparky was down for a week or more, probably
because no one was responsible for monitoring it and getting it up and running.
> > > >
> > > > ... and what else?
> > > >
> > > > Let's come up with a list of these features, and see if there is a
consensus.
> > > >
> > > > --Dave Emery
> > > > Tenants Harbor, Maine
> > > >
> > >
> >
>

Jim, all,

Thank you for the support. I strongly believe and suported astronomy education.
Now days, many people don't want to get up and go to a side walk astronomy
session like we do here in Ottawa and look through an eyepiece. If they do, and
look into an eyepiece, a lot of reactions is... "Oh, that's all what it is, that
little fuzz ball??". Nothing more raise my hair at the back of my neck when I
hear this at sidewalk sessions. To be honest, I don't blame them.

  Now technology is here.  Next step is reach them via internet! Better than
ever, in color, live, with a live discussion chat room about observation of
celestial object. John Dobson went to the people on the street and show them the
universe. That's because they did not have internet back then. People went for
walks during evenings back then. Now, watch out! Internet is here. People are on
the internet in greater numbers than ever.

Having a private site would benefit many. We could have a planned public
observation night where anyone can join in. Also we could have a tech night
among advanced observers with password protected sessions. The possibilities and
endless.

  It take a lot of time and organization to design a suite that will give us most
of what we want and need.

  Right now, for the price, the eyepartner.com thing is the best avenue, thank to
Jim Turner who has found this and pass the info to me.

  Jim, Thank you! You've been great help.

  Rock M.



--- In mallincam@yahoogroups.com, "scopeforme" <jturner9@...> wrote:
>
> Rock's on it folks.  When the time comes we will need to support this
> in numbers. Please keep this in mind. The more people we have the better for
us all.
>
> --- In mallincam@yahoogroups.com, "mallincam" <mallincam@> wrote:
> >
> > Dave,
> >
> >  Your ideas are great, thank you for sharing with the group. Jim Turner has
found a site called Blinkotv.com which they offer at a very reasonable rate
private broadcast. They also own Tikilive.com which is free at the moment.
Server seems to be in Texas which is why the system is very quick and stable. I
am in the works and communication with eyepartner.com passing along requests and
prices. They can develop a software just for us  and implement it to our own
private broadcast.
> > At the moment, Tikilive.com has a lot of what you suggested.
> >
> > Check out the following
> >
> > http://tikilive.com
> >
> > http://blinkotv.com
> >
> > http://eyepartner.com
> >
> > Some of these guys even offer HD quality at full 30 frames per seconds.
> >
> > They have all the answer for us. I'll keep the group posted.
> >
> > Rock M.
> >
> > --- In mallincam@yahoogroups.com, "df.emery" <dfemery@> wrote:
> > >
> > > I'm not a regular broadcaster, but I am a regular viewer and a MallinCam
enthusiast. Like everybody else, I have been frustrated since the demise of
SparkCast and would love to find a site that meets our collective needs.
> > >
> > > It has occurred to me that no one (at least, as far as I know) has
attempted to identify the features and capabilities that we, as a group, really
want and need. I think it might be a good idea for us to 'brainstorm' and come
up with a checklist of these things. If we have some collective idea of what the
ideal site would offer, we might be able to share these ideas with site hosts
and developers... and who knows? Maybe some of these features could be added to
one of the sites we are trying out. Anyway, if WE don't have a concrete idea
about what we want and need, we surely can't expect some site to magically come
up with them out of thin air!
> > >
> > > Anyway... here is a list of some things that have occurred to me:
> > >
> > > * Sufficient bandwidth for real-time streaming video (How much bandwidth
is sufficient?)
> > >
> > > * Sufficient space on the server for recorded broadcasts and stills(How
much disk space, on average, is sufficient per user?)
> > >
> > > * Text chat (Most sites offer it anyway.)
> > >
> > > * Audio broadcast capability as well as video (Some in our group normally
run an 'open mike' which I personally like... some don't.)
> > >
> > > * Two-way audio (As far as I know, NO site offers this. But it would be
nice if all of us watching a broadcast could chat, conference-call style...)
> > >
> > > * A SparkCast-like window that displays all current astro-video
broadcasters... easy to see who is currently broadcasting... easy to click to
join in.
> > >
> > > * A robust suite of controls that allow a broadcaster to 'tweak' his
outgoing video; and that allow a viewer to 'tweak' the incoming video as well.
This was one of Sparky's strengths, in my opinion.
> > >
> > > * Utilities for video capture and frame capture.
> > >
> > > * Responsive technical support with a phone number and/or e-Mail address.
I remember once what Sparky was down for a week or more, probably because no one
was responsible for monitoring it and getting it up and running.
> > >
> > > ... and what else?
> > >
> > > Let's come up with a list of these features, and see if there is a
consensus.
> > >
> > > --Dave Emery
> > > Tenants Harbor, Maine
> > >
> >
>

Rock's on it folks.  When the time comes we will need to support this
in numbers. Please keep this in mind. The more people we have the better for us
all.

--- In mallincam@yahoogroups.com, "mallincam" <mallincam@...> wrote:
>
> Dave,
>
>  Your ideas are great, thank you for sharing with the group. Jim Turner has
found a site called Blinkotv.com which they offer at a very reasonable rate
private broadcast. They also own Tikilive.com which is free at the moment.
Server seems to be in Texas which is why the system is very quick and stable. I
am in the works and communication with eyepartner.com passing along requests and
prices. They can develop a software just for us  and implement it to our own
private broadcast.
> At the moment, Tikilive.com has a lot of what you suggested.
>
> Check out the following
>
> http://tikilive.com
>
> http://blinkotv.com
>
> http://eyepartner.com
>
> Some of these guys even offer HD quality at full 30 frames per seconds.
>
> They have all the answer for us. I'll keep the group posted.
>
> Rock M.
>
> --- In mallincam@yahoogroups.com, "df.emery" <dfemery@> wrote:
> >
> > I'm not a regular broadcaster, but I am a regular viewer and a MallinCam
enthusiast. Like everybody else, I have been frustrated since the demise of
SparkCast and would love to find a site that meets our collective needs.
> >
> > It has occurred to me that no one (at least, as far as I know) has attempted
to identify the features and capabilities that we, as a group, really want and
need. I think it might be a good idea for us to 'brainstorm' and come up with a
checklist of these things. If we have some collective idea of what the ideal
site would offer, we might be able to share these ideas with site hosts and
developers... and who knows? Maybe some of these features could be added to one
of the sites we are trying out. Anyway, if WE don't have a concrete idea about
what we want and need, we surely can't expect some site to magically come up
with them out of thin air!
> >
> > Anyway... here is a list of some things that have occurred to me:
> >
> > * Sufficient bandwidth for real-time streaming video (How much bandwidth is
sufficient?)
> >
> > * Sufficient space on the server for recorded broadcasts and stills(How much
disk space, on average, is sufficient per user?)
> >
> > * Text chat (Most sites offer it anyway.)
> >
> > * Audio broadcast capability as well as video (Some in our group normally
run an 'open mike' which I personally like... some don't.)
> >
> > * Two-way audio (As far as I know, NO site offers this. But it would be nice
if all of us watching a broadcast could chat, conference-call style...)
> >
> > * A SparkCast-like window that displays all current astro-video
broadcasters... easy to see who is currently broadcasting... easy to click to
join in.
> >
> > * A robust suite of controls that allow a broadcaster to 'tweak' his
outgoing video; and that allow a viewer to 'tweak' the incoming video as well.
This was one of Sparky's strengths, in my opinion.
> >
> > * Utilities for video capture and frame capture.
> >
> > * Responsive technical support with a phone number and/or e-Mail address. I
remember once what Sparky was down for a week or more, probably because no one
was responsible for monitoring it and getting it up and running.
> >
> > ... and what else?
> >
> > Let's come up with a list of these features, and see if there is a
consensus.
> >
> > --Dave Emery
> > Tenants Harbor, Maine
> >
>

Ease of use

speed was pretty good

ability for multiple users to have there own live audio/video embedded on the
broadcasting page simultaneously

simple setup

free

etc...



It really was a good system...not without issues...but the best i've seen so
far...and the quality of the image was pretty good...it is a real pitty...



My two cents...



Alex Z.

Zengineering

www.zengine.ho8.com



To: mallincam@yahoogroups.com
From: dfemery@...
Date: Wed, 11 Nov 2009 00:28:34 +0000
Subject: [MallinCam] Re: What standards and features should a broadcast site
offer?





So... what did you like about Yahoo Live that ought to be part of "our" ideal
site?

--- In mallincam@yahoogroups.com, Alex Z. <parallax_m42@...> wrote:
>
>
> Hmmm...it was called "Yahoo Live"...
>
>
>
> "Those were the days...Edith."
>
>
>
>
>
>
>
> To: mallincam@yahoogroups.com
> From: dfemery@...
> Date: Tue, 10 Nov 2009 23:34:40 +0000
> Subject: [MallinCam] What standards and features should a broadcast site
offer?
>
>
>
>
>
> I'm not a regular broadcaster, but I am a regular viewer and a MallinCam
enthusiast. Like everybody else, I have been frustrated since the demise of
SparkCast and would love to find a site that meets our collective needs.
>
> It has occurred to me that no one (at least, as far as I know) has attempted
to identify the features and capabilities that we, as a group, really want and
need. I think it might be a good idea for us to 'brainstorm' and come up with a
checklist of these things. If we have some collective idea of what the ideal
site would offer, we might be able to share these ideas with site hosts and
developers... and who knows? Maybe some of these features could be added to one
of the sites we are trying out. Anyway, if WE don't have a concrete idea about
what we want and need, we surely can't expect some site to magically come up
with them out of thin air!
>
> Anyway... here is a list of some things that have occurred to me:
>
> * Sufficient bandwidth for real-time streaming video (How much bandwidth is
sufficient?)
>
> * Sufficient space on the server for recorded broadcasts and stills(How much
disk space, on average, is sufficient per user?)
>
> * Text chat (Most sites offer it anyway.)
>
> * Audio broadcast capability as well as video (Some in our group normally run
an 'open mike' which I personally like... some don't.)
>
> * Two-way audio (As far as I know, NO site offers this. But it would be nice
if all of us watching a broadcast could chat, conference-call style...)
>
> * A SparkCast-like window that displays all current astro-video
broadcasters... easy to see who is currently broadcasting... easy to click to
join in.
>
> * A robust suite of controls that allow a broadcaster to 'tweak' his outgoing
video; and that allow a viewer to 'tweak' the incoming video as well. This was
one of Sparky's strengths, in my opinion.
>
> * Utilities for video capture and frame capture.
>
> * Responsive technical support with a phone number and/or e-Mail address. I
remember once what Sparky was down for a week or more, probably because no one
was responsible for monitoring it and getting it up and running.
>
> ... and what else?
>
> Let's come up with a list of these features, and see if there is a consensus.
>
> --Dave Emery
> Tenants Harbor, Maine
>
>
>
>
>
>
> [Non-text portions of this message have been removed]
>






[Non-text portions of this message have been removed]

That's great news, Rock...

I agree that a private site that we share by subscription is probably the way to
go. But I think its just as important to work with a software developer that can
write a 'player' that can give us the features and controls we want... and
particularly one that is optimized to work well with your camera.

I'll check out the sites you have listed.

--Dave E.


--- In mallincam@yahoogroups.com, "mallincam" <mallincam@...> wrote:
>
> Dave,
>
>  Your ideas are great, thank you for sharing with the group. Jim Turner has
found a site called Blinkotv.com which they offer at a very reasonable rate
private broadcast. They also own Tikilive.com which is free at the moment.
Server seems to be in Texas which is why the system is very quick and stable. I
am in the works and communication with eyepartner.com passing along requests and
prices. They can develop a software just for us  and implement it to our own
private broadcast.
> At the moment, Tikilive.com has a lot of what you suggested.
>
> Check out the following
>
> http://tikilive.com
>
> http://blinkotv.com
>
> http://eyepartner.com
>
> Some of these guys even offer HD quality at full 30 frames per seconds.
>
> They have all the answer for us. I'll keep the group posted.
>
> Rock M.
>
> --- In mallincam@yahoogroups.com, "df.emery" <dfemery@> wrote:
> >
> > I'm not a regular broadcaster, but I am a regular viewer and a MallinCam
enthusiast. Like everybody else, I have been frustrated since the demise of
SparkCast and would love to find a site that meets our collective needs.
> >
> > It has occurred to me that no one (at least, as far as I know) has attempted
to identify the features and capabilities that we, as a group, really want and
need. I think it might be a good idea for us to 'brainstorm' and come up with a
checklist of these things. If we have some collective idea of what the ideal
site would offer, we might be able to share these ideas with site hosts and
developers... and who knows? Maybe some of these features could be added to one
of the sites we are trying out. Anyway, if WE don't have a concrete idea about
what we want and need, we surely can't expect some site to magically come up
with them out of thin air!
> >
> > Anyway... here is a list of some things that have occurred to me:
> >
> > * Sufficient bandwidth for real-time streaming video (How much bandwidth is
sufficient?)
> >
> > * Sufficient space on the server for recorded broadcasts and stills(How much
disk space, on average, is sufficient per user?)
> >
> > * Text chat (Most sites offer it anyway.)
> >
> > * Audio broadcast capability as well as video (Some in our group normally
run an 'open mike' which I personally like... some don't.)
> >
> > * Two-way audio (As far as I know, NO site offers this. But it would be nice
if all of us watching a broadcast could chat, conference-call style...)
> >
> > * A SparkCast-like window that displays all current astro-video
broadcasters... easy to see who is currently broadcasting... easy to click to
join in.
> >
> > * A robust suite of controls that allow a broadcaster to 'tweak' his
outgoing video; and that allow a viewer to 'tweak' the incoming video as well.
This was one of Sparky's strengths, in my opinion.
> >
> > * Utilities for video capture and frame capture.
> >
> > * Responsive technical support with a phone number and/or e-Mail address. I
remember once what Sparky was down for a week or more, probably because no one
was responsible for monitoring it and getting it up and running.
> >
> > ... and what else?
> >
> > Let's come up with a list of these features, and see if there is a
consensus.
> >
> > --Dave Emery
> > Tenants Harbor, Maine
> >
>

Howard:
see this link  http://www.onlineconversion.com/forum/forum_1012609267.htm

also - the MC is nominal 811 X 508 pixels
we seem to use 641 X 480 as the output.
Jamie


--- In mallincam@yahoogroups.com, "feeways" <feeways@...> wrote:
>
> HI all
>
> can you tell me what DPI the MCHP takes its still images at as captured with
Deep Sky Imaging software
>
> Howard
> Spain
>

Dave,

  Your ideas are great, thank you for sharing with the group. Jim Turner has
found a site called Blinkotv.com which they offer at a very reasonable rate
private broadcast. They also own Tikilive.com which is free at the moment.
Server seems to be in Texas which is why the system is very quick and stable. I
am in the works and communication with eyepartner.com passing along requests and
prices. They can develop a software just for us  and implement it to our own
private broadcast.
At the moment, Tikilive.com has a lot of what you suggested.

Check out the following

http://tikilive.com

http://blinkotv.com

http://eyepartner.com

Some of these guys even offer HD quality at full 30 frames per seconds.

They have all the answer for us. I'll keep the group posted.

Rock M.

--- In mallincam@yahoogroups.com, "df.emery" <dfemery@...> wrote:
>
> I'm not a regular broadcaster, but I am a regular viewer and a MallinCam
enthusiast. Like everybody else, I have been frustrated since the demise of
SparkCast and would love to find a site that meets our collective needs.
>
> It has occurred to me that no one (at least, as far as I know) has attempted
to identify the features and capabilities that we, as a group, really want and
need. I think it might be a good idea for us to 'brainstorm' and come up with a
checklist of these things. If we have some collective idea of what the ideal
site would offer, we might be able to share these ideas with site hosts and
developers... and who knows? Maybe some of these features could be added to one
of the sites we are trying out. Anyway, if WE don't have a concrete idea about
what we want and need, we surely can't expect some site to magically come up
with them out of thin air!
>
> Anyway... here is a list of some things that have occurred to me:
>
> * Sufficient bandwidth for real-time streaming video (How much bandwidth is
sufficient?)
>
> * Sufficient space on the server for recorded broadcasts and stills(How much
disk space, on average, is sufficient per user?)
>
> * Text chat (Most sites offer it anyway.)
>
> * Audio broadcast capability as well as video (Some in our group normally run
an 'open mike' which I personally like... some don't.)
>
> * Two-way audio (As far as I know, NO site offers this. But it would be nice
if all of us watching a broadcast could chat, conference-call style...)
>
> * A SparkCast-like window that displays all current astro-video
broadcasters... easy to see who is currently broadcasting... easy to click to
join in.
>
> * A robust suite of controls that allow a broadcaster to 'tweak' his outgoing
video; and that allow a viewer to 'tweak' the incoming video as well. This was
one of Sparky's strengths, in my opinion.
>
> * Utilities for video capture and frame capture.
>
> * Responsive technical support with a phone number and/or e-Mail address. I
remember once what Sparky was down for a week or more, probably because no one
was responsible for monitoring it and getting it up and running.
>
> ... and what else?
>
> Let's come up with a list of these features, and see if there is a consensus.
>
> --Dave Emery
> Tenants Harbor, Maine
>

Howard,

   The VSS has been covered on the list before. Here's some key features:

1- New Third Generation Hyper Circuit
2- New Variable shutter from 3.3 secs to 56 seconds
3- New X 2 feature controlled via RS 232 which will give the new VSS exposure
time of about 2 minutes
4- New Computerized TEC which allows a user to control the TEC via RS232 and
select noise detection for the Peltier cooler
5- Camera is ready for wired remote control unit which is in the works at the
moment
6- New color external case and logo
7- New preamp section at the ccd sensor level with slightly more gain
8- New rear mounted RED led for TEC noise detection cicuit indicator
9- New rear mounted Yellow LED indicator for the refresh rate count
10- Can be controlled via RS 232.
11-  More info at: http://mallincam.tripod.com/id49.html

  RM


--- In mallincam@yahoogroups.com, "feeways" <feeways@...> wrote:
>
> Rock
>
> what are the main benefits of your VSS camera as compared with the MCHP?
>
> Howard
>
> --- In mallincam@yahoogroups.com, "mallincam" <mallincam@> wrote:
> >
> > All,
> >
> >  After some experimentation and some design ideas, a new device will be
available soon. It is a Digital Video Enhancer (DVE). It allows background noise
reduction without affecting the main image. It also has a whole bunch of
features such as DARKEN image mode where it will be possible to increase signal
to noise ratio by a large amount. This mean we can now run the MCHP a near full
gain and yet maintain a clear darker image without the excessive white
background. The video stabilizer offers excellent features for live situation or
imaging situation. You can also now convert your MallinCan Color camera into a
monochrome without the loss of sensitivity. To read more about it here's the
link of the unit at:
> >
> > http://mallincam.tripod.com/id43.html
> >
> >  Rock M.
> >
>

So... what did you like about Yahoo Live that ought to be part of "our" ideal
site?



--- In mallincam@yahoogroups.com, Alex Z. <parallax_m42@...> wrote:
>
>
> Hmmm...it was called "Yahoo Live"...
>
>
>
> "Those were the days...Edith."
>
>
>
>
>
>
>
> To: mallincam@yahoogroups.com
> From: dfemery@...
> Date: Tue, 10 Nov 2009 23:34:40 +0000
> Subject: [MallinCam] What standards and features should a broadcast site
offer?
>
>
>
>
>
> I'm not a regular broadcaster, but I am a regular viewer and a MallinCam
enthusiast. Like everybody else, I have been frustrated since the demise of
SparkCast and would love to find a site that meets our collective needs.
>
> It has occurred to me that no one (at least, as far as I know) has attempted
to identify the features and capabilities that we, as a group, really want and
need. I think it might be a good idea for us to 'brainstorm' and come up with a
checklist of these things. If we have some collective idea of what the ideal
site would offer, we might be able to share these ideas with site hosts and
developers... and who knows? Maybe some of these features could be added to one
of the sites we are trying out. Anyway, if WE don't have a concrete idea about
what we want and need, we surely can't expect some site to magically come up
with them out of thin air!
>
> Anyway... here is a list of some things that have occurred to me:
>
> * Sufficient bandwidth for real-time streaming video (How much bandwidth is
sufficient?)
>
> * Sufficient space on the server for recorded broadcasts and stills(How much
disk space, on average, is sufficient per user?)
>
> * Text chat (Most sites offer it anyway.)
>
> * Audio broadcast capability as well as video (Some in our group normally run
an 'open mike' which I personally like... some don't.)
>
> * Two-way audio (As far as I know, NO site offers this. But it would be nice
if all of us watching a broadcast could chat, conference-call style...)
>
> * A SparkCast-like window that displays all current astro-video
broadcasters... easy to see who is currently broadcasting... easy to click to
join in.
>
> * A robust suite of controls that allow a broadcaster to 'tweak' his outgoing
video; and that allow a viewer to 'tweak' the incoming video as well. This was
one of Sparky's strengths, in my opinion.
>
> * Utilities for video capture and frame capture.
>
> * Responsive technical support with a phone number and/or e-Mail address. I
remember once what Sparky was down for a week or more, probably because no one
was responsible for monitoring it and getting it up and running.
>
> ... and what else?
>
> Let's come up with a list of these features, and see if there is a consensus.
>
> --Dave Emery
> Tenants Harbor, Maine
>
>
>
>
>
>
> [Non-text portions of this message have been removed]
>

Hmmm...it was called "Yahoo Live"...



"Those were the days...Edith."







To: mallincam@yahoogroups.com
From: dfemery@...
Date: Tue, 10 Nov 2009 23:34:40 +0000
Subject: [MallinCam] What standards and features should a broadcast site offer?





I'm not a regular broadcaster, but I am a regular viewer and a MallinCam
enthusiast. Like everybody else, I have been frustrated since the demise of
SparkCast and would love to find a site that meets our collective needs.

It has occurred to me that no one (at least, as far as I know) has attempted to
identify the features and capabilities that we, as a group, really want and
need. I think it might be a good idea for us to 'brainstorm' and come up with a
checklist of these things. If we have some collective idea of what the ideal
site would offer, we might be able to share these ideas with site hosts and
developers... and who knows? Maybe some of these features could be added to one
of the sites we are trying out. Anyway, if WE don't have a concrete idea about
what we want and need, we surely can't expect some site to magically come up
with them out of thin air!

Anyway... here is a list of some things that have occurred to me:

* Sufficient bandwidth for real-time streaming video (How much bandwidth is
sufficient?)

* Sufficient space on the server for recorded broadcasts and stills(How much
disk space, on average, is sufficient per user?)

* Text chat (Most sites offer it anyway.)

* Audio broadcast capability as well as video (Some in our group normally run an
'open mike' which I personally like... some don't.)

* Two-way audio (As far as I know, NO site offers this. But it would be nice if
all of us watching a broadcast could chat, conference-call style...)

* A SparkCast-like window that displays all current astro-video broadcasters...
easy to see who is currently broadcasting... easy to click to join in.

* A robust suite of controls that allow a broadcaster to 'tweak' his outgoing
video; and that allow a viewer to 'tweak' the incoming video as well. This was
one of Sparky's strengths, in my opinion.

* Utilities for video capture and frame capture.

* Responsive technical support with a phone number and/or e-Mail address. I
remember once what Sparky was down for a week or more, probably because no one
was responsible for monitoring it and getting it up and running.

... and what else?

Let's come up with a list of these features, and see if there is a consensus.

--Dave Emery
Tenants Harbor, Maine






[Non-text portions of this message have been removed]

I'm not a regular broadcaster, but I am a regular viewer and a MallinCam
enthusiast. Like everybody else, I have been frustrated since the demise of
SparkCast and would love to find a site that meets our collective needs.

It has occurred to me that no one (at least, as far as I know) has attempted to
identify the features and capabilities that we, as a group, really want and
need. I think it might be a good idea for us to 'brainstorm' and come up with a
checklist of these things. If we have some collective idea of what the ideal
site would offer, we might be able to share these ideas with site hosts and
developers... and who knows? Maybe some of these features could be added to one
of the sites we are trying out. Anyway, if WE don't have a concrete idea about
what we want and need, we surely can't expect some site to magically come up
with them out of thin air!

Anyway... here is a list of some things that have occurred to me:

* Sufficient bandwidth for real-time streaming video (How much bandwidth is
sufficient?)

* Sufficient space on the server for recorded broadcasts and stills(How much
disk space, on average, is sufficient per user?)

* Text chat (Most sites offer it anyway.)

* Audio broadcast capability as well as video (Some in our group normally run an
'open mike' which I personally like... some don't.)

* Two-way audio (As far as I know, NO site offers this. But it would be nice if
all of us watching a broadcast could chat, conference-call style...)

* A SparkCast-like window that displays all current astro-video broadcasters...
easy to see who is currently broadcasting... easy to click to join in.

* A robust suite of controls that allow a broadcaster to 'tweak' his outgoing
video; and that allow a viewer to 'tweak' the incoming video as well. This was
one of Sparky's strengths, in my opinion.

* Utilities for video capture and frame capture.

* Responsive technical support with a phone number and/or e-Mail address. I
remember once what Sparky was down for a week or more, probably because no one
was responsible for monitoring it and getting it up and running.

... and what else?

Let's come up with a list of these features, and see if there is a consensus.

--Dave Emery
Tenants Harbor, Maine

Rock

what are the main benefits of your VSS camera as compared with the MCHP?

Howard

--- In mallincam@yahoogroups.com, "mallincam" <mallincam@...> wrote:
>
> All,
>
>  After some experimentation and some design ideas, a new device will be
available soon. It is a Digital Video Enhancer (DVE). It allows background noise
reduction without affecting the main image. It also has a whole bunch of
features such as DARKEN image mode where it will be possible to increase signal
to noise ratio by a large amount. This mean we can now run the MCHP a near full
gain and yet maintain a clear darker image without the excessive white
background. The video stabilizer offers excellent features for live situation or
imaging situation. You can also now convert your MallinCan Color camera into a
monochrome without the loss of sensitivity. To read more about it here's the
link of the unit at:
>
> http://mallincam.tripod.com/id43.html
>
>  Rock M.
>

Hi Rick,

   We just hire a new tech to give a hand in the shop and got more benches setup.
Once I get things going I will dedicate a bench just for upgrades. Still waiting
for a lot of components to arrives. Many distributors keep a low stock onpart
and components due to current economic times.

If you need a upgrade, send me a private e mail and I will work on it.

mallincam@...

  Rock M.

--- In mallincam@yahoogroups.com, "Richard Blaisdell" <blaisdell25@...> wrote:
>
> Any word on upgrades info? Rick.
>   ----- Original Message -----
>   From: mallincam
>   To: mallincam@yahoogroups.com
>   Sent: Tuesday, November 10, 2009 9:46 AM
>   Subject: [MallinCam] New Product
>
>
>
>   All,
>
>   Just updated the MallinCam web site with new product. The anticipated entry
level MallinCam is here. Been working over a year for this new entry model.
Also, the MallinCam VSS is available now.
>
>   http://mallincam.tripod.com/index.html
>
>   http://mallincam.tripod.com/id43.html
>
>   http://mallincam.tripod.com/id49.html
>
>   Rock Mallin
>
>
>
>
>
> [Non-text portions of this message have been removed]
>

HI all

can you tell me what DPI the MCHP takes its still images at as captured with
Deep Sky Imaging software

Howard
Spain

Any word on upgrades info? Rick.
   ----- Original Message -----
   From: mallincam
   To: mallincam@yahoogroups.com
   Sent: Tuesday, November 10, 2009 9:46 AM
   Subject: [MallinCam] New Product



   All,

   Just updated the MallinCam web site with new product. The anticipated entry
level MallinCam is here. Been working over a year for this new entry model.
Also, the MallinCam VSS is available now.

   http://mallincam.tripod.com/index.html

   http://mallincam.tripod.com/id43.html

   http://mallincam.tripod.com/id49.html

   Rock Mallin





[Non-text portions of this message have been removed]

All,

  Just updated the MallinCam web site with new product. The anticipated entry
level MallinCam is here. Been working over a year for this new entry model.
Also, the MallinCam VSS is available now.

http://mallincam.tripod.com/index.html

http://mallincam.tripod.com/id43.html

http://mallincam.tripod.com/id49.html

Rock Mallin

Keith,
 
I am at Chiefland Astronomy Village waiting for Ida to pass and thn for the
skies to clear later in the week.
 
With the software and cable you will be able to control all camera menu
functions.  You will not be able to change exposure times.  The new VSS will
allow for limited exposure control via a computer - HYPER OFF (2.1 second mode -
HYPER ON - what ever the control knob is set to - HYPER Times 2 or twice what
the control knob is set to.

Jack Huerkamp

Jack's Astro Accessories LLC

38388 Pine Street

Pearl RIver, LA 70452-5192

www.WaningMoonII.com

jackhuerkamp@...

--- On Mon, 11/9/09, oceanrays2004 <oceanray@...> wrote:


From: oceanrays2004 <oceanray@...>
Subject: [MallinCam] Re: M Control.exe Ver 1.5
To: mallincam@yahoogroups.com
Date: Monday, November 9, 2009, 7:16 PM


Jack et al,

I recently ordered a MHP control cable from zengineering. I expect it to arrive
this week.

I have paged the file sections and done about every search I can think of on the
group.
Am I correctly assmuming M Control allows for at least limited remote control of
the on screen display?
Is there a recommmended install procedure?
What is the MallinCam_Control.msi file for?

I need to be remote when doing long integrations.

PS I have not had a clear night since last writing to try changin gamma setting
against M33. We now have the fringe of a hurricane bearing down but I am hoping
this weekend looks good.

Keith



--- In mallincam@yahoogroups.com, "feeways" <feeways@...> wrote:
>
>
> thanks
>
> it's done
>
> Howard
>
> --- In mallincam@yahoogroups.com, "Jamie Graf" <jg_graf@> wrote:
> >
> > read 11963
> >
> > --- In mallincam@yahoogroups.com, "feeways" <feeways@> wrote:
> > >
> > > Can someone explain how to download the above update for the Mallincam
control from the FILES section...........
> > >
> > >
> > > I keep getting an error.............do I delete the ver 1.0 first and then
download and run the updated version??
> > >
> > > Thanks in advance
> > >
> > > Howard
> > >
> > > Spain
> > >
> >
>




------------------------------------

Yahoo! Groups Links





[Non-text portions of this message have been removed]

Hi all

I have posted this question on the DSI forum but no response (yet)

Can someone tell me the way it works when capturing planets or the moon with DSI
software.........I know I must capture in AVI but for how long? and when the
capturing is finished how do I select the good frames from the thousands of
frames in the video?......or do I simply align and stack with Deep Sky Stacker
and this pulls out all the best images ready for post processing

sorry to be a pain

Howard
Spain

Jack et al,

I recently ordered a MHP control cable from zengineering. I expect it to arrive
this week.

I have paged the file sections and done about every search I can think of on the
group.
Am I correctly assmuming M Control allows for at least limited remote control of
the on screen display?
Is there a recommmended install procedure?
What is the MallinCam_Control.msi file for?

I need to be remote when doing long integrations.

PS I have not had a clear night since last writing to try changin gamma setting
against M33. We now have the fringe of a hurricane bearing down but I am hoping
this weekend looks good.

Keith



--- In mallincam@yahoogroups.com, "feeways" <feeways@...> wrote:
>
>
> thanks
>
> it's done
>
> Howard
>
> --- In mallincam@yahoogroups.com, "Jamie Graf" <jg_graf@> wrote:
> >
> > read 11963
> >
> > --- In mallincam@yahoogroups.com, "feeways" <feeways@> wrote:
> > >
> > > Can someone explain how to download the above update for the Mallincam
control from the FILES section...........
> > >
> > >
> > > I keep getting an error.............do I delete the ver 1.0 first and then
download and run the updated version??
> > >
> > > Thanks in advance
> > >
> > > Howard
> > >
> > > Spain
> > >
> >
>

Jack,
No need to post that last one from me....I found a relatively new post and
worked out the control software install. I successfully installed on  vista and
xp. Now if I get that cable I will see if I can get it to work.
Keith

Chris,

  Thank you! I just sign in.

    RM

--- In mallincam@yahoogroups.com, "bingsca" <denturist89@...> wrote:
>
>
>
> --- In mallincam@yahoogroups.com, "mallincam" <mallincam@> wrote:
>
> Here you go Rock!
>
> http://tech.groups.yahoo.com/group/skychannels/?yguid=213502404
>
> It took me awhile to find this site also
>
> Chris
>
> >
> > Scott,
> >
> >  Can you provide the link please?
> >
> >  Rock M.
> >
> > --- In mallincam@yahoogroups.com, "scotts" <sshort1205@> wrote:
> > >
> > > Hello,
> > > I'm sure most of you know, but a Yahoo Group called Sky Channel is a group
for Astronomy Broadcasts.
> > >
> > > If you have the email alerts it acts as a clearing house announcement for 
who is broadcasting and where.
> > >
> > > If you are not signed up for it, it's a great way to ping whats on and
where.
> > >
> > > thanks,
> > > Scott
> > >
> >
>