All,

  If any one is wondering about video quality of the broadcast, check out the M57
I recorded earlier on using Tikilive at:

http:tikilive.com/show/mallincam

  Camera integration was set at 6 seconds, Used a MFR-4 focal reducer on a LX 200
16" Classic.

  Thanks to all for participating. Most enjoyable evening. I need a warm room.

  RM

Doug,

  No way!! I did click on record when I first began. When I stopped broadcasting
to load AMCAP I had to start a new recording session and it confirmed it was on.
Unless I used the time limit for video or video file size. I'll look into it.
Its a shame the recorder did not work. It was a very good visual session
tonight.

  Thank for pointing it out to me.

  Rock M.

--- In mallincam@yahoogroups.com, "Doug" <murphyd@...> wrote:
>
> Rock, all the recorded video shows is M57.   No NGC 891, 7479 or 7339?  They
were great!  Doug
>

Rock, all the recorded video shows is M57.   No NGC 891, 7479 or 7339?  They
were great!  Doug

Francois,

  Thank you for sharing your experiences observing with a video camera. I'm sure
many share the same feeling. Thanks for posting this observation. Most
interesting and educational.

  Rock M.

--- In mallincam@yahoogroups.com, Francois van Heerden <cyberruk@...> wrote:
>
> Hi all:
>
> Rock is right - youngsters today won't become interested in astronomy unless
> it has the "whiz-bang wow factor". I proved it last night when I did an
> astronomy presentation for Cub Scouts. The ability to see Jupiter with its
> cloud bands on a TV and captured video from an Archos PVR made the kids go
> wow - they just get technology.
>
> Today, while out shopping, the mother of one of the Cubs stopped me: she
> mentioned how her son was still excited and enthusiastic about last night's
> show of M13 and the Ring Nebula live and in colour.
>
> I have also proposed to the Toronto Centre of the RASC that they need to do
> more using their MallinCam to attract young people to the field. This past
> summer, using the MallinCam in Algonquin Park to show the public the moon
> and DSOs captured the imagination. My seven events in the provincial parks
> with telescope and MallinCam made the young kids very interested all over
> again because it was something unique and had the wow, cool tools. At the
> Ontario Science Centre the night before Halloween, more that 60 kids and
> their parents were able to see video I captured this summer because we were
> unable to view with clouds and threatening rain.
>
> The Internet is where kids go for entertainment these days - broadcasting
> live and canned views of astronomical objects will capture the imagination
> of the kids - more than sidewalk astronomy where all they can see is a
> "fuzzy object".
>
> Thanks, Rock, for an amazing public education tool.
>
>
> Francois
>
>
> On Wed, Nov 11, 2009 at 6:03 AM, 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 <mallincam%40yahoogroups.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%40yahoogroups.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.compassing
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 <mallincam%40yahoogroups.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
> > > > >
> > > >
> > >
> >
> >
> >
>
>
>
> --
> François van Heerden
> cyberruk (at) gmail (dot) com
>
> Think you're so big? Take a good look out into the universe - it really lets
> you know just how "big" you are!
>
>
> [Non-text portions of this message have been removed]
>

I have just got the Mallincam control software to work on my PC and a laptop (a
Thinkpad T43).  But, it only worked when I finally resorted to my Keyspan USB to
serial adapter.  No go with a Startech one and no go with a Belkin one.  If
people are having trouble getting the software to talk to the camera I am
betting this is it.  Everything I have read says Keyspan is the safest bet for
astronomical applications.

Once it is working you can easily see that it is, as the reads from and writes
to the camera take several seconds.  The ones that didn't work gave no signs of
not working other than nothing happened.

Hope this helps those having 'woes' chase down the cause of their woes.

1. I am using 2 outputs more and more, but more often than not the weight of the
wires (one sizable svideo plus the BNC/video plus the power) is getting to be a
tangle....and too much weight. My S-video on the camera tends to sag a tad and
then things begin to sputter.

Who has a good solution that is practical and easy? Band the chords and attach
to the upper end of a Dob in a better way to take the weight off the camera or
is there any other solution that is better?

Open to ideas.....

2. Wireless has made some strides since I messed with a non-approved wireless
solution 2.5 years ago that I had to pitch. I don't need to go miles.....just
100 feet or less. Is there a practical equipment solution that is attractive
these days?

Roland

Hi from Tasmania,

Slide broadcast looks pretty good to me. I only have 'low' bandwith on speed
test, no surprise in Oz.

AstroTasmania

--- In mallincam@yahoogroups.com, "scopeforme" <jturner9@...> wrote:
>
> 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
>

All,

  I'm on live right now at:
http://tikilive.com/show/mallincam

Conditions are clear the view of m57 is jaw dropping!

All  are welcome.

Rock M.

Don

That's part of the test. If it is, that can be worked around.
Just put them up for viewing some place else. Unless we go with unlimited
bandwidth that is.
  I wanted people to go and watch it so I could find out if it is using
any bandwidth.

Jim

--- In mallincam@yahoogroups.com, "donboysail" <donboysail@...> wrote:
>
> Jim,
>
> Do you think playing a recorded video gets charged to the authors bandwidth
credit?
>
> Don
>
> --- In mallincam@yahoogroups.com, "scopeforme" <jturner9@> wrote:
> >
> > I wasn't sure the link would work. This link will take you to
> > page that has a listing of recorded videos. Just click on the one called
slide captures.
> >
> > http://www.tikilive.com/recordedvideos
> >
> > gee I hope this one works.
> >
> > Jim
> >
> > --- In mallincam@yahoogroups.com, "shevillmathers" <shevillm@> wrote:
> > >
> > > Hi,
> > >
> > > Just tried this link, got to the site and a message said-video no longer
available.
> > >
> > > Regards,
> > > Shevill - Tasmania 42 South
> > >
> > > --- In mallincam@yahoogroups.com, "scopeforme" <jturner9@> wrote:
> > > >
> > > > 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
> > > >
> > >
> >
>

jamie

thanks

--- 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
>

Jim,

Do you think playing a recorded video gets charged to the authors bandwidth
credit?

Don

--- In mallincam@yahoogroups.com, "scopeforme" <jturner9@...> wrote:
>
> I wasn't sure the link would work. This link will take you to
> page that has a listing of recorded videos. Just click on the one called slide
captures.
>
> http://www.tikilive.com/recordedvideos
>
> gee I hope this one works.
>
> Jim
>
> --- In mallincam@yahoogroups.com, "shevillmathers" <shevillm@> wrote:
> >
> > Hi,
> >
> > Just tried this link, got to the site and a message said-video no longer
available.
> >
> > Regards,
> > Shevill - Tasmania 42 South
> >
> > --- In mallincam@yahoogroups.com, "scopeforme" <jturner9@> wrote:
> > >
> > > 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
> > >
> >
>

I wasn't sure the link would work. This link will take you to
page that has a listing of recorded videos. Just click on the one called slide
captures.

http://www.tikilive.com/recordedvideos

gee I hope this one works.

Jim

--- In mallincam@yahoogroups.com, "shevillmathers" <shevillm@...> wrote:
>
> Hi,
>
> Just tried this link, got to the site and a message said-video no longer
available.
>
> Regards,
> Shevill - Tasmania 42 South
>
> --- In mallincam@yahoogroups.com, "scopeforme" <jturner9@> wrote:
> >
> > 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
> >
>

Hi all:

Rock is right - youngsters today won't become interested in astronomy unless
it has the "whiz-bang wow factor". I proved it last night when I did an
astronomy presentation for Cub Scouts. The ability to see Jupiter with its
cloud bands on a TV and captured video from an Archos PVR made the kids go
wow - they just get technology.

Today, while out shopping, the mother of one of the Cubs stopped me: she
mentioned how her son was still excited and enthusiastic about last night's
show of M13 and the Ring Nebula live and in colour.

I have also proposed to the Toronto Centre of the RASC that they need to do
more using their MallinCam to attract young people to the field. This past
summer, using the MallinCam in Algonquin Park to show the public the moon
and DSOs captured the imagination. My seven events in the provincial parks
with telescope and MallinCam made the young kids very interested all over
again because it was something unique and had the wow, cool tools. At the
Ontario Science Centre the night before Halloween, more that 60 kids and
their parents were able to see video I captured this summer because we were
unable to view with clouds and threatening rain.

The Internet is where kids go for entertainment these days - broadcasting
live and canned views of astronomical objects will capture the imagination
of the kids - more than sidewalk astronomy where all they can see is a
"fuzzy object".

Thanks, Rock, for an amazing public education tool.


Francois


On Wed, Nov 11, 2009 at 6:03 AM, 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 <mallincam%40yahoogroups.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%40yahoogroups.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.compassing
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 <mallincam%40yahoogroups.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
> > > >
> > >
> >
>
>
>



--
François van Heerden
cyberruk (at) gmail (dot) com

Think you're so big? Take a good look out into the universe - it really lets
you know just how "big" you are!


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

Rick,

  Just did some experiments a few minutes ago. Do not download anything. Simply
use the Tikiliver the way it is. I tried downloading the broadcaster software
which has a deinterlace feature and a number of other good features of video
adjustments. My computer froze, crashed and well general havoc with Windows.

  I removed all that stuff and use Tikilive straight the way it is and worked
flawlessly. In fact I recorded a 13 seconds of a test pattern from the camera
and worked wonders.  Check it out at:

http://tikilive.com/show/mallincam

I will be broadcasting later this evening at about 7:30 or so from my downtown
observatory through the 16" SCT.

Rock M.

--- In mallincam@yahoogroups.com, Rick Kelland <r.kelland@...> wrote:
>
> My computer kept crashing when trying to broadcast, not sure if it is a
software issue or not.
> I am going to uninstall the player and try reloading.
>
> Rick
>
>
>
>
> ________________________________
> From: mallincam <mallincam@...>
> To: mallincam@yahoogroups.com
> Sent: Wed, November 11, 2009 10:54:09 AM
> Subject: [MallinCam] Re: TikiLive test video
>
>  
> Rick,
>
> Your Tikilive.com site loads well but no images or recordings is seen yet.
>
> RM
>
> --- In mallincam@yahoogrou ps.com, Rick Kelland <r.kelland@ ..> wrote:
> >
> > 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-mallincamc ast
> >
> >
> >
> >
> >
> > ____________ _________ _________ __
> > From: scopeforme <jturner9@ .>
> > To: mallincam@yahoogrou ps.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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Hi,

Just tried this link, got to the site and a message said-video no longer
available.

Regards,
Shevill - Tasmania 42 South

--- In mallincam@yahoogroups.com, "scopeforme" <jturner9@...> wrote:
>
> 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
>

My computer kept crashing when trying to broadcast, not sure if it is a software
issue or not.
I am going to uninstall the player and try reloading.

Rick




________________________________
From: mallincam <mallincam@...>
To: mallincam@yahoogroups.com
Sent: Wed, November 11, 2009 10:54:09 AM
Subject: [MallinCam] Re: TikiLive test video

 
Rick,

Your Tikilive.com site loads well but no images or recordings is seen yet.

RM

--- In mallincam@yahoogrou ps.com, Rick Kelland <r.kelland@. ..> wrote:
>
> 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-mallincamc ast
>
>
>
>
>
> ____________ _________ _________ __
> From: scopeforme <jturner9@.. .>
> To: mallincam@yahoogrou ps.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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Your Tikilive.com site loads well but no images or recordings is seen yet.

   RM

--- In mallincam@yahoogroups.com, Rick Kelland <r.kelland@...> wrote:
>
> 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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Gar,

  See message: 11889 on this group.

  Green LED, the camera cannot be used with any remote other than a RS 485.

  Rock M.



--- In mallincam@yahoogroups.com, "Gar" <gar@...> wrote:
>
> 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]
>

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
   > > > > >
   > > > >
   > > >
   > >
   >





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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]
>






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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
> >
>