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3 hours ago, RickG16 said:
That's fair enough. The people who watched that cam for hours might have to find something more productive to do now!
Have you thought about putting a cam at one of the Nathon piers? The airport might be out of the question but it is nice to see things coming and going aside from just cars.
Hey Rick, thanks for the suggestion. I'm looking at a site on Lamai beach this week. Will go have a look at Nathon at some point. Was also of thinking of approaching one of the piers that people use to go to the full moon parties - that would be interesting. A long time ago we had one at Starz cabaret which was quite popular, it might be worth asking them if we can re-install one there.
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6 hours ago, RickG16 said:
Your most popular cam appears to be the one on Soi Green Mango. I'm sure you know the one I mean. It gets viewers from all over the world watching the nightlife on that lively little corner. I think some have been to Samui, others are just curious....
How do I know? I was halfway across the world and missing Thailand a little and ended up watching it... good distraction from work!
For anyone who hasn't seen this webcam... the chat bar on the page is almost a little sub culture in itself. There are regulars there who chat about nonsense while watching the action on Soi Green Mango. They even have made up nicknames which they give to the security people, bar staff and bar goers who are on the cam every night. So mate... whatever your motives for providing these webcams (and I don't doubt they are positive), I hope you are aware that you have created a very interesting corner of the internet......
Hi Rick, glad you enjoy watching the cams. After this "incident" I made the decision to remove those cameras due to the extra attention the site/page is now getting. They're great, popular cams, but I don't think they show the best side of Samui. Also, due to the content, YouTube won't allow any advertising on them so they actually cost me money each month (due to cost of the internet fibre there/hosting costs) From now on, I'm going to stick to scenic cams. ????
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7 hours ago, tifino said:
but in reference to an example earlier presented by @bluechipit - is it possible the establishment took exception to the different way his set up is? compared to the usual webcam set&forget method, usually found on the 'net?
They might not be taking kindly to the manual shadowing pan&scan following/tracking of the individual 'planes?
No, my camera was just a static image as you can see in the original post. It didn't pan or track the plane. However, I was considering setting something like that - and we actually had a microphone install planned this weekend - which obviously didn't go ahead. ????-
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17 hours ago, sirineou said:I don't want you to think that we don't appreciate your efforts, at least I know I do.
I am sure you have the best intentions in mind.
Is the airport the only webcam you host or are any of the others yours also?
I personally enjoy some of the other webcams , have them saved in my favorites and visit them often, Only last week when talking with my daughter about visiting Thailand with me this spring , we were watching some of the webcams and she said she would very much like to visit there.As such I think not only are they enjoyable but provide a positive service to Samui tourism
I am not an aviation enthusiast, even though I am a graduate of the then known as Academy of Aeronautics, now known as Vaughn College of Aeronautics. But that was so long ago it seems like another life. At this point of my life my only interest in Aviation is that it gets me there , safely, comfortably and inexpensively LOL
I'm sure there were many others that enjoyed your airport runway webcam for good reasons and I am sorry for your and their loss.
Unfortunately given today's political environment I am sure you must understand the Authorities concerns.
My post was not to criticise you for hosting the webcam, I am sure it was for the best intentions, My post was in support of the decision of the authorities to remove them,(and I realise that I might be wrong, if so it will not be the first time).
I wonder if there is some accommodation you can come too, that will alleviate the safety concerns and return your webcam to service. Have you has any such conversations with the authorities??
All the cameras on the YouTube channel are mine. I'm glad you find the whole thing positive, I really enjoyed setting them up and I'm planning to upgrade a couple of them and we have many more potential sites. I was planning on shutting the whole thing down, but I've had a lot of support since the "incident" so will move forward with it.
For some of the sites that pay me, it was all done legit with billing done via my VAT registered business with tax paid, etc - so I have no worries there.
There's been some high level conversations with the authorities - the airport camera won't return (which is fine, it wasn't that popular anyway...) however they see the whole thing in a positive light.
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I had the idea for the airport camera from this youtube page: Lanzarote Webcam
The live feed had a few minutes delay. I really didn't think it would have been such an issue. Anyone can watch the airport from the hundreds of villas in the surrounding hills, you can even drive across the top of the runway when planes aren't landing. I thought it would be a popular camera for plane spotters.
To be honest the airport police were very good with me and understanding. They were polite and professional. They actually remember my webcams from when they were featured both on the Thai and Internatioal news when storm Pabuk passed close by. Another news outlet were very positive about the whole YouTube channel due to the promotion of Koh Samui around the World. The Tropical Murphys Cam here is very famous.
I thought about giving it all up as make next to nothing from this, it hardly covers the hosting fees and I've spent literally thousands of dollars on the cameras. It started for fun when I put a webcam at Murphys about 4 years ago and it grew from there. I'm not sure if it's worth the hassle any more. However, I do get the odd email from people around the World thanking me. One person who wrote to me was paralysed and can't leave her house, she said these cameras give her something to look forward to each day to watch - which was very touching.
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23 hours ago, sirineou said:
A potential terrorist can monitor the webcam and remotely detonate a device at the precise time.
Not with the delay I set on the streaming service. They'd have set it off to late... ????
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Ah this is easy... the polite saying is "ye-aap hang mah..."
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Maybe BigC can enlighten us all and let us know what he has done for this island? Having professional people like Chris (The guy mentioned in the paper) on this island is something positive if you ask me.
If you don't like the paper, don't buy it. It's pretty simple really...
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Yep i used the one on main road opposit Bandon Hospital and Bangkok Restaurant / Irish Times earlier this year.
Were you happy with their work? I need to get mine done.
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Pib,
Thanks for the advice. I was going to go with the 2 port LNB to feed both of my boxes, but will go with the set up you described, one port lnb to a splitter box.
Can't wait to get this setup, rain-fade sucks, especially during the last 10 minutes of a football game when both teams are drawing and there could be a winning goal at any time... : )
Cheers,
Matt.
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Sorry, should have had a search before posting. I might go for one of these and couple if with my Megasat LNB
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I actually have this LNB installed on my current dish:
http://www.satellitetvthailand.net/product_info.php?products_id=86
However, after reading a few posts on the satellite forums it made sense that investing in a larger dish was a better option that the LNB upgrade. Is it possible to buy larger solid Ku dish in Thailand?
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Guys,
Quick question. If I grabbed a 6 foot C-Band dish and installed this LNB:
http://9sats.com/product/product.detail.php?&cat=54&id=1308
Would this set up then work OK with Truevisions after the dish has been aligned properly?
Cheers in advance,
Matt.
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Renting a jeep/truck here is just as dodgy as renting bikes.
I've had many friends over the years rent jeeps in very poor condition with minimal servicing. A lot of them shouldn't even be on the roads...
Many also not taxed or insured. I wouldn't not like to take a chance on the roads here with no insurance or tax...
I've also had friends who have taken back a jeep with a dent that was there when they rented it and guess what? Yes, the owner pulls some story about it being a fresh dent and then starts the whole intimidation process to get extra money.
Take a chance with the locals? No thanks. Go with a proper company like Budget or Avis.
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Personally I only rent from a reputable company like Avis or Budget. There are too many horror stories out there...
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Sorry to burst your bubble, same tyres plus bits & pieces cost me around 18K.Lady always over charges , especially when you are a foreigner. Had a topic about it once before.
I went round the entire island to all the shops, including the place opposite Tesco you mentioned in an older thread.
Good quality make 265x70x16 tyres, i.e. Bridgestone, Mitchelin, etc were all around 6,500 a corner.
I had my girlfriend call Autoboy in Suratthani and was quoted the same price.
I also I compared the prices with the online places like cockpit, etc. 6,500-7,500 for quality tyres in that size.
They must have really liked you to give you the exact same tyres for 18k Rooo!
My looks, they liked my looks.Did you get any trade in on your old tyres?
I never thought to ask... No doubt there's some guy cutting new treads in to them right now with a pen knife!
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Sorry to burst your bubble, same tyres plus bits & pieces cost me around 18K.Lady always over charges , especially when you are a foreigner. Had a topic about it once before.
I went round the entire island to all the shops, including the place opposite Tesco you mentioned in an older thread.
Good quality make 265x70x16 tyres, i.e. Bridgestone, Mitchelin, etc were all around 6,500 a corner.
I had my girlfriend call Autoboy in Suratthani and was quoted the same price.
I also I compared the prices with the online places like cockpit, etc. 6,500-7,500 for quality tyres in that size.
They must have really liked you to give you the exact same tyres for 18k Rooo!
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Very pleased with the service and prices there.
4 x Michelin Latitude Cross 265x70x16 Tyres
Fitted & Balanced
4-Wheel Laser Alignment
27,000 Baht.
They did the laser alignment, took it out for a test drive. Came back, hooked the gear up, checked it again and made a couple of adjustments to the toe and caster. Got everything spot-on.
Very professional service.
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I don't think anywhere on Samui can do it. You could try Steve at The Hut (Ghost rd) he may know of somewhere to sent it
Hey Man. Is that Steve the guy that does spray jobs? If so, have heard lots of praise for his work.
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Can anyone help?
I'm currently restoring a 1998 Honda Hornet.
I've pulled the bike apart and would love to get the frame & swing-arm powder coated. Is there anywhere that does powder coating?
Thanks in advance,
Matt.
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I have 6 fiber connections with TOT around the island. Zero downtime since installation 3 weeks ago.
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I sent my father some Thai coffee for his birthday the other day.
June 26, 2012
10:20:23 LAMAI Accept June 26, 2012
13:58:58 LAMAI Items Into Container June 26, 2012
14:04:47 LAMAI Dispatch June 26, 2012
20:34:53 SUVARNABHUMI MAIL CENTRE Container Received June 26, 2012
20:35:06 SUVARNABHUMI MAIL CENTRE Outgoing International June 28, 2012
00:56:00 Great Britain (GBCVTA) Accept June 28, 2012
03:44:00 Great Britain (GBCVTB) Items Into Container June 28, 2012
03:44:00 Great Britain (GBCVTB) Dispatch June 28, 2012
16:30-17:59 Great Britain (xxx xxx) Delivery Status Successful
EMS to the UK in 2 days! Outstanding!
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Anyone know where you can pick one up on Samui?
Do the local satellite shops sell these boxes? I heard they were available from BigC?
Matt.
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Good news is Starbucks next to BigC is official open at 8am, but open at 7.30am.
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Realtime camera of Samui airport taken offline after police visit British webcam operator
in Koh Samui News
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No, it was live video, but the image was static, i.e. not panning and zooming in on the planes flying (like the Lanzarote camera)