Tipple Camera issues

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Tipple Camera issues

Unread postby Jack Spencer » Thu May 09, 2019 7:32 am

How come the tipple cameras have no sound and only the Depot cam's whir can be heard? Snow possibly?
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Re: Tipple Camera issues

Unread postby Steve Forney » Thu May 09, 2019 9:40 am

In order to bring the cameras back on line, the failed power module had to be bypassed by re-routing the data cable, inside the camera assembly, at both the depot and coaling tipple locations. The power module contains the internal microphone (and connection for an external mic), as well as the fan and heater. Only one spare power module is on hand, and is awkward to change out, so such surgery is best done on the workbench rather than in the air. Time and spare equipment constraints precluded a 100% repair on the failed camera locations. There is hope of restoring audio "soon."
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Re: Tipple Camera issues

Unread postby Jason Rose » Thu May 09, 2019 2:24 pm

I've turned the internal mics on until we can get the boards replaced. Not ideal, but better than nothing.
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Re: Tipple Camera issues

Unread postby Robert Brigham » Thu May 09, 2019 4:53 pm

Thank you Jason (and Steve). All efforts are very much appreciated.
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