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Hi,

I replaced my 10 year old aircon in my bedroom about 9 months ago. I did the measurements to calculate the BTU required to properly cool the room and found out that my old aircon was way too powerful. My old aircon was a Carrier 4.95 kW, I think it produced around 16900 BTU. The new aircon I bought is a Mitsubishi Inverter MSZ/MUZ-SGH13VA producing 12,200 BTU, and it operates at the low fan mode 95% of the time cooling the room to 26 degrees C.

I actually wanted to go lower than 12,200 BTU, but the sales person "advised" against it, citing that if the unit is too small it will void the warrantee and the installer may not want to install it at our condo. Later found out that the sales was lying to me. The new unit did reduce my electricity costs by around 30%, but I know the smaller unit can save me even more.

Do take into consideration on when you will use the aircon and search for "calculate air conditioner size" to come up with websites to help you calculate the cooling capacity needed for your room.

The reason why I wanted to go smaller was because I only used it at nights and on rare occasions in the day. Besides, if I really wanted things cooled I could turn on all the aircons in the condo to quickly cool the rooms down. So calculate your room properly.

Hi All,

I've been having problems getting to cnn.com for the past week or so using True xDSL, and have been told by True tech support to use True proxy (proxy.trueinternet.co.th). In the past, I never had to use any type of proxy to get anywhere. Can anyone share if they are experiencing the same problems?

Before contacting True, I actually thought that the problem was at my end, with the PC's, router, etc. The problem seems to be somewhat random, PC's had problem but Mac's did not.

Regarding the size required:

225/65R17

Anything bigger than 16 inches will cost here, just about anywhere. Stock "Michelin Latitude" costs about $180 USD in the USA.

The only reason why I would keep using Michelin is because they "say" their tires can last up to 10 years, providing you check them regularly after the 5th year. I read this from their website, (http://www.michelin.co.uk/tyres/learn-share/buying-guide/when-should-i-change-my-tyres), "How old is too old..." section.

But, because of costs, I'm seriously considering Maxxis.

I also have a 2007 CRV AWD and looking for a new set. I've been looking at Maxxis MS300 or the Maxxis MA-707, I think around 3500 per tire. Considerably cheaper than Michelins. I don't drive hard, so not too concerned with "high" speeds and "cornering". Some of my colleagues have used Maxxis and they are not complaining.... I may take the plunge. Not in a great rush to go out and buy them now, but always looking for good prices.

Pending investigations; since the invention of the elevators, I believe all elevators DO have safety measures in place to prevent uncontrollable decent. I wonder what happened here.

Thanks for the heads up!

Be aware there are fake testing strips sold. In my case it was the strips OP is looking for and only strange readings and then search of serial number on internet found listed as fake. Drug store had to order so likely they were duped also.

Thanks all for the replies! My wife found a place near Sirirat hospital that sells a pack of 25 strips for around 400 baht. It's such a pain to get there though, but thanks for the places mentioned around Rama 4, Silom, and Suriwong! Will search those places for the strips.

Hi all,

I'm in need of getting the test strips for the OneTouch Ultra in Bangkok for cheap (reasonable price). Can anyone shoot out places with numbers in Bangkok that I can get?

I'm also wondering if anyone has any experiences with these monitors, it's for my dad and he already has the OneTouch Ultra.

Any advice greatly appreciated.

Thanks.

Anyone know the link to MEA's website on their current rates? I think there was a big increase in their rates in May?

The links that I found via google are, possibly out of date:

http://www.mea.or.th/internet/neweng/ElectricRate.pdf

http://www.eppo.go.th/power/pw-Rate-MEA-Schedule.html

Greatly appreciate if anyone can find the most up to date rates.

It is a great game and has lots of things to do the learning curve is high, but if you havent played it for while the new tutorial system is quite good and explains things alot more, also there is a lot of web sites with information now

http://wiki.eveunive...d_In_EVE_Online

http://wiki.eveunive...y_Class_Library

and if you cant find something to do check out

http://swiftandbitter.com/eve/wtd/

Find a corp to join best thing you can do to meet people and do different things in game.

Thanks for the info. I actually started a long time ago, then stopped, then just recently started again.

"The more I learn the confuseder I get"

Been doing some research in the internet. One recommendation is to get an IPv6 enabled device. The reason I said 'device' is because during my Internet browsing I saw this.

IMPORTANT NOTE: ResNet advises against purchasing a wireless "router" and instead recommends that residents purchase a wireless "access point". They provide the same wireless access and security without complications such as network address translation (NAT) and DHCP. source is University of California at Irvine

Not sure about the difference, still trying to climb that learning curve.

IPv6 is something everyone that uses the internet needs to "migrate" to. In short, it's a monumental event that will take years, think along the lines of going from analog TV signal to digital TV signal, something that happened in the US and possible parts of Europe. I'm not going into too much details here. But in short, yes, if you can get a device that support IPv6 you will be future proofing your network. Devices that support IPv6 should have the following logo (http://www.ipv6ready.org/), or read through their tech specs to see if it is supported.

At the moment, unless the local ISP's announce they are already running IPv6 it would be highly advisable NOT to enable IPv6, otherwise you'll run into routing problems.... may even want to check your in your Windows 7 to disable IPv6. You CAN buy network equipment that supports IPv6, just don't enable it, just wait until you need to enable it.

Your statement "Not sure about the difference...", in layman's terms, IPv4 and IPv6 is (Internet Protocol version 4 or 6). It's the xxx.xxx.xxx.xxx numerical number known as IP address you may see or notice associated with your PC. In IPv4 the address space has essentially ran out, the world now has more devices and there are no more addresses to give out. So comes IPv6. Short clips explaining about IPv4 & 6 (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SN1PmE2t9pk) and (

Hope the short clips helps explain things for you. Holler if you need help.

I did a quick search on your "Huawei MT880", it seems it does not have WiFi built in. You may want to invest in a new router with modem/router/wifi built in. Examples:

DLink DSL-2750U (http://www.dlink.co....&idCategory=180)

DLink DSL-2730U (http://www.dlink.co....&idCategory=180)

I like the above models because:

- Supports IPV6

- Guess access feature.

- All in one (xDSL Modem/router/WiFi)

If you do go this route, remember to get your setting right, username, passwords, xDSL settings, etc.

For WiFi basic security:

- Enable WPA2-Personal and give it a good long password for your PC and wife's laptop. Currently, WPA2 is the best for WiFi.

- Do not announce your SSID, not actually a security feature but prevents accidental connections. Prevents the "casual" or passing wifi user from detecting your WiFi. With tools, people can still "see" your hidden WiFi, which is why WPA2 is important.

- If you have frequent guests and you want to give them internet access, create a separate SSID for them and give it a good WPA2 "simple" password. You should keep the guest SSID hidden, just for good practice.

The biggest hurdle you may encounter may not be the security protection, but rather the range of the WiFi. Wifi don't like cordless telephones, microwave ovens, or neighbor's WiFi.

The above mentioned hardware are what I use, among others (Asus RT-N56U), but I don't like Billion (pain in the arse to setup, but that's my personal opinion).

Hope all goes well with your WiFi endeavor!

I would agree with everything here, but I would suggest you look at a TP-LINK wireless-modem-router, either the model I use which is the TD-W8960N, or the later dual freq model

TL-WR2543ND which I will buy as soon as I can find it.

Looks like a nice router, how much is it going for here?

I did a quick look-see in the user manual, doesn't really have a true guest access.

Wonder if there are any reviews out there.

Yes, WPA2-PSK (Personal) with a nice long password.

Some generators to help you with:

http://www.speedguide.net/wlan_key.php

https://www.grc.com/passwords.htm

http://www.reallyeffective.co.uk/archives/2009/09/03/highly-customisable-general-password-or-wep-wpa-wpa2-key-generator-tool/

Or you can google it "WPA2 password generator", or in that line of thinking.

Thank you folks very much for the variety of answers.

I'm aware that I don't have a wireless router, my bad.. I gave the task of getting the internet connection in to the wife -- so I need to take responsibility for not planning ahead well enough.

Lots of nice recommendations here. I will have the wife contact 3BB. We have the Bt 900 plan (9 Mbs). So getting the 3BB unit would be sole source responsibility, so to speak.

I doubt the range will be an issue -- thinking in terms of a smallish 1 level house.

Regards

After I get the unit, try to configure it, then bang my head on the table for an hour or so, I will probably be back here asking for more specific help.

As an afterthought, would one of the DLink models be significantly better than what 3BB is likely to supply?

If you can give me the model number of the WiFi router 3BB would give you, I can do a quick search on the net and quickly read through their manual to see if it's "better".

Don't go banging your head on anything. Start simple with no encryption just to get the hang of connecting things via WiFi. Then increase the difficulty by increasing security. Best way of doing this is; have at least 1 PC/Notebook connected via LAN cable to the router and the other PC/Notebook via WiFi. Have both side by side if possible, or at least, prevent yourself from doing too much walking.

Personally, if you're not Techie, I'd ask 3BB to change the router. When I got my 3BB they installed a wireless router, setup the security etc so I was "good to go" with both laptops.

It may cost B1,500 but better than starting on something that you don't understand (even if it is reasonably easy).

I too agree, if you can get 3BB to do the job for you (setup WiFi with proper security), or better yet, a family member that is tech savy to help install or guide you. Though I'm not all too convinced with the techs (3BB, True, or otherwise).... just double check their work after they leave. They will most likely use the easiest security method to avoid confusion..

I'm playing it!

I did a quick search on your "Huawei MT880", it seems it does not have WiFi built in. You may want to invest in a new router with modem/router/wifi built in. Examples:

DLink DSL-2750U (http://www.dlink.co.th/products/?idproduct=495&idCategory=180)

DLink DSL-2730U (http://www.dlink.co.th/products/?idproduct=496&idCategory=180)

I like the above models because:

- Supports IPV6

- Guess access feature.

- All in one (xDSL Modem/router/WiFi)

If you do go this route, remember to get your setting right, username, passwords, xDSL settings, etc.

For WiFi basic security:

- Enable WPA2-Personal and give it a good long password for your PC and wife's laptop. Currently, WPA2 is the best for WiFi.

- Do not announce your SSID, not actually a security feature but prevents accidental connections. Prevents the "casual" or passing wifi user from detecting your WiFi. With tools, people can still "see" your hidden WiFi, which is why WPA2 is important.

- If you have frequent guests and you want to give them internet access, create a separate SSID for them and give it a good WPA2 "simple" password. You should keep the guest SSID hidden, just for good practice.

The biggest hurdle you may encounter may not be the security protection, but rather the range of the WiFi. Wifi don't like cordless telephones, microwave ovens, or neighbor's WiFi.

The above mentioned hardware are what I use, among others (Asus RT-N56U), but I don't like Billion (pain in the arse to setup, but that's my personal opinion).

Thanks all for the reply. I managed to call a number found on Thunder's link. A technician will come by and take a look.

I hope it's just a 100 baht capacitor that needs to be replace.

Thanks... tried the link, it showed a map of Thailand, but I think the link didn't carry over the information you wanted to show me. Anyways, I managed to figure it out for the link you gave me.

To think I almost gave away my old CRT,...

Thanks again.

Any advice other than "search for it on the internet" would be greatly appreciated.

And yes... i did search for it, but I can't figure out if Philips has a service center or the listed places are authorized service stores.

Possibly TV members here have had some experience with Philips service centers?... or LCD related issues that was resolved via recommended technicians/stores?...

Hi All,

I've got a 42 inch Philips LCD 42PF9831/69 that just died. The TV actually does come on with sound but the screen has a overall blue color with a "very delayed and very faded" image. The image is not viewable, just all blue with faint lines and very faint images.

Anyone know the number of the official Philips service center in Bangkok?

Any advice greatly appreciated.

I laughed so hard I believe a little pee came out. Yup! I peed my pants! Comical.

Wider tires will not help, unless you absolutely know what caused the problem. Unless you are planning on going "faster", wider tires will only cost you more in the long run.

Owned 6 cars and participated in SCCA Autocross for 4 years. I know tires, never won an event. But learned a lot from the masters.

Best thing is keep an eye out for slicks on the road and be a careful driver, especially in LOS.

ABS helps greatly during a straight run and needing to quickly avoid something on the road. It doesn't really help much when you are already in a sliding turn.

You may have some oil slick or similar substance to cause such an oversteer affect, if so then very little of any technology can help....except airbags.

Not sure if you already bought one, but here are my experiences.

I own the Garmin Nuvi 310 and the Nuvi 1460, both have pro's and con's.

The 310 is smaller and great for traveling. Battery life is fairly decent, but doesn't really matter if you are using it exclusively in the car, rental or otherwise.

Pro's:

Responsive touch screen.

Portability due to smaller size, 3.5" diagonal screen.

Decent battery life, if you want to walk with your GPS.

Con's:

Older technology, longer GPS satellite acquisition.

Older technology, more prone to satellite blocking in big cities with tall buildings.

The 1460 has a bigger screen, more features (Lane assist):

Pro's:

Bigger screen 5.0" diagonal, more info on screen with Lane Assist.

Newer technology than 310, fast GPS satellite acquisition.

Con's:

Poor battery life. Very poor.

Poor touch screen response. 310 has better touch screen experience.

The newer GPS's in the market now should have the latest technology for GPS Satellite acquisition, reducing the "synch" time.

I would go and "play" with a demo to see which of the ones have the best touch screen response, at least one you are most happy with.

Get to know the features thoroughly, as they will come in handy at times! The lane assist is very helpful, although available it may not cover all of areas.

Good luck!