tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10135338326827374812024-02-08T23:40:33.457+13:00Phil's Online PresencePhil's Online Presence:
-Social Cycling
-Hobby Electronics
-Linux Mint UserPhilip Taramaihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00715576310671118296noreply@blogger.comBlogger102125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1013533832682737481.post-40618018087686590902019-07-17T23:12:00.001+12:002019-07-17T23:12:05.398+12:00<table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
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It looks like this is working again, time to snap of some images and upload here.Philip Taramaihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00715576310671118296noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1013533832682737481.post-56918905720320150962019-07-10T16:14:00.001+12:002019-07-19T23:13:57.416+12:00How To Make A Timelapse From Sequential Images (Again)<table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b>about</b></span><br />
This type of timerlapse (some call it a drivelapse) is something I've always wanted to try but never got around to creating one. The actual timelapse is from the 10sec mark to the 46sec mark, after this I describe how I created this on my Linux Mint machine.<br />
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This is a BASH script update where I've added some help lines at the end of the script.<br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b>thoughts</b></span><br />
A drivelapse would be more suited to a longish country road ride, driving in a suburb or city makes the resulting video a bit too cluttered.<br />
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I need a new microphone!!<br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b>technical</b></span><br />
Camera/Phone<br />
- Sony HDR-CX405: showing the Sony mounted on the Windscreen<br />
- Sony FDR-X3000: Video recording - 4K images at 1sec intervals.<br />
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Software<br />
- OBS for Linux: Screen capture<br />
- Rendered with kdenlive for Linux Mint<br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b>my external links</b></span><br />
Bash Script (3002.txt):<br />
<a href="https://mega.nz/#!LMsyiChJ!1NxZREiISKChKtPPuc4yFp5ZZ6ct2l4v_N1v7jydQjk" target="_blank">https://mega.nz/#!LMsyiChJ!1NxZREiISKChKtPPuc4yFp5ZZ6ct2l4v_N1v7jydQjk</a><br />
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<b>- rename 3002.txt to 3002.sh</b><br />
<b>- move 3002.sh into /bin/ folder</b><br />
<b>- open terminal in /bin/ folder as root</b><br />
<b>- in terminal type chmod +x 3002.sh</b><br />
- PS this didn't work for me, therefore I right clicked an 3002.sh then changed the properties/permissions and made it executable<br />
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- you may get further errors due to missing external programs, run these next lines in the terminal<br />
<b>- sudo apt install mencoder</b><br />
<b>- sudo apt install imagemagick-6.q16</b><br />
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- if all is well, type 3002.sh in any folder that contains your sequential images<br />
- on some linux distros I had to<br />
-> type <b>sudo 3002.sh</b><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><span style="color: #cc0000;"><b>**ATTENTION**</b></span></span><br />
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I've just noticed my script only works on .JPG file extension, there is 3 ways to resolve this problem<br />
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1. (<b>Best</b>) use the bash script to recognize the extension (jpg JPG jpeg png bmp etc) then continuing to process the timelapse as per normal taking into account the image extension.<br />
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2. (<b>Terrible but all my cameras do this</b>) Only use cameras that output .JPG files LoL.<br />
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3. (<b>for .jpg only</b>) in terminal type -> <span style="font-size: large;"><span style="color: #38761d;"><b>rename '</b><b>s/.jpg/ .JPG/' *</b></span></span><br />
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My Huawei P8lite creates .jpg images so when I get to update the script for option 1, option 3 will do for now.<br />
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Friend me on Endomondo: <a href="https://www.endomondo.com/profile/35696393" target="_blank">https://www.endomondo.com/profile/35696393</a><br />
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<span style="color: #cc0000;"><b>**D.tube Exclusive**</b></span>Philip Taramaihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00715576310671118296noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1013533832682737481.post-37675087054632442302019-07-04T17:21:00.001+12:002019-07-04T17:24:23.673+12:00Steemit Censorship: You're Not Allowed to Have an Opinion!Totally disappointing ... it appears this platform not only stops people from expressing an opinion, but they also remove any rewards for those that speak out.<br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b>No reason given, do not even ask why!</b></span></div>
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Threatening is not a way to make people to go there, I most certainly won't encourage any of my contacts to go to this platform. I looked at this guys comment and saw nothing wrong with it at all.<br />
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<a href="https://steemit.com/@abusereports/comments"><span style="font-size: large;"><b>https://steemit.com/@abusereports/comments</b></span></a></div>
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Extremely interesting reading, downvoting also seems attract the attention of this <span style="color: #990000;"><b>abusereports</b></span> , so why have the option. Seriously!<br />
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I can't see myself staying on this platform much longer!Philip Taramaihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00715576310671118296noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1013533832682737481.post-59344157407178072192019-06-20T16:18:00.000+12:002019-07-10T16:27:17.895+12:000002 - Run: Mary Crowther<table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-Q2LHqI4zYEI/XQsEXEzngXI/AAAAAAAATCw/6ptfXlBOMz85Cv9Pt00NI87U8AO06vDYwCLcBGAs/s1600/thumb%2B-%2Bvlc-2019-06-19-21h05m10s819%2528sm%2529%2Brun%2Bmary.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="720" data-original-width="1280" height="225" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-Q2LHqI4zYEI/XQsEXEzngXI/AAAAAAAATCw/6ptfXlBOMz85Cv9Pt00NI87U8AO06vDYwCLcBGAs/s400/thumb%2B-%2Bvlc-2019-06-19-21h05m10s819%2528sm%2529%2Brun%2Bmary.png" width="400" /></a></td></tr>
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b>about</b></span><br />
This is where my real journey with #Exhaust begins.<br />
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I have never done any sort of running since leaving school many years ago, and now with this new Steem App? it's time lead a better lifestyle. I do a lot of cycling and quite frankly running scares me. So this 1st run was about walking and running to see if I would continue. I'm not sure what a good starting distance should be but I'm happy with todays (small) run.<br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b>technical</b></span><br />
How to shoot running videos ? Running while holding my camera gave terrible shakey results. So instead I'm going for the plant the tripod somewhere I can get a nice scenery shot while recording myself doing loops. This allows me to do a PnP (picture in picture) video to showcase something else (who would want to watch me doin loops, totally boring). With my mobile phone in my pocket recording GPS information while running has made creating this type of content fun.<br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b>thoughts</b></span><br />
It wasn't as bad as I thought it was going to be, I can do this! The aim is to phase out the walking interval.<br />
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my external links (not sure how long I will keep youtube/blogger, my goal is move away from Google)<br />
Friend me on Endomondo: https://www.endomondo.com/profile/35696393<br />
Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCPrOD2d5D17haHApvJMhNKg<br />
Blog: http://www.taramai.nz<br />
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<span style="color: #38761d;"><b>**D.tube Exclusive**</b></span>Philip Taramaihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00715576310671118296noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1013533832682737481.post-90667126800870616842019-06-20T15:54:00.002+12:002019-06-20T15:54:58.247+12:000001 - Walking: Colonial Knob<table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
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**About**<br />Following this mornings USO group cycle ride, instead of doing my usual morning cool down 40km ride, I decided to do a small walk up the steps of Colonial Knob Walkway, out in Porirua Wellington. This is quite a challenge because I've only done this once 2 years ago and it was hard then. This time round, it's winter, wet, muddy and windy, definitely not ideal. These spur of the moment decisions are crazy but the view at the top was worth it. Check out the heavy breathing going on LoL, I don't like walking or running, so this is a new journey I'm undertaking.<br /><br />I did not expect a bicycle pump at the top, even though I knew there is are excellent down hill mountain bike tracks up here.<br /><br />**Thoughts**<br />This video would be a great way to start my outdoor activities series. I forgot to take the selfie stick because it would've helped to reduce camera shake. I'll be better prepared next time.<br /><br />**My External Links** (not sure how long I will keep youtube/blogger, my goal is move away from Google)<br />Friend me on Endomondo: https://www.endomondo.com/profile/35696393<br />Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCPrOD2d5D17haHApvJMhNKg<br />Blog: http://www.taramai.nz<br /><br />**D.tube Exclusive**Philip Taramaihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00715576310671118296noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1013533832682737481.post-36576590051525898442019-06-14T01:03:00.000+12:002019-06-14T01:03:20.748+12:00Sony FDR-X3000, Endomondo, Virb Edit Exp. Part 2 Cycling.<table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-0fUOlkzmUHQ/XQJJHj6TuvI/AAAAAAAATBk/8kF7rexI3QMfFmWWrE2p9G8h1PnP48YnQCLcBGAs/s1600/20190612%2BThumb%2B-%2BDonkey%2BRide%2B%25281280x720%2529.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="720" data-original-width="1280" height="225" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-0fUOlkzmUHQ/XQJJHj6TuvI/AAAAAAAATBk/8kF7rexI3QMfFmWWrE2p9G8h1PnP48YnQCLcBGAs/s400/20190612%2BThumb%2B-%2BDonkey%2BRide%2B%25281280x720%2529.png" width="400" /></a></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://d.tube/#!/v/kiwibloke/eaffn5dw" target="_blank">https://d.tube/#!/v/kiwibloke/eaffn5dw</a></td></tr>
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**The Ride**<br />I wasn't as well prepared as I should've been for this ride. I was too impatient to go out instead of doing a thorough bike check. Re-indexing the gears, correct seat height and angle, tyre pressures, chain condition etc things I check on my road racing bike meticulously and regularly. Most importantly, I didn't place a 1/4inch camera mount for the Sony FDR-X3000 camera anywhere on the bike (turned out to be brilliant). This was not an enjoyable ride, physically.<br /><br />Apart from that LoL, I still picked up some helpful ideas while editing this video. All the riding video clips were taken with me holding the camera. And because I was riding so slow I got bored and started pointing the camera, up, down, sideways left & right, backwards; knowing full well my mobile phone was recording the GPS tracking data via Endomondo. I was praying that I don't drop the Sony camera AND hoping instant stopping doesn't come into play. I am actually pleased how the clips have turned out.<br /><br />Watching how others use Virb Edit, I decided putting all the gauges in the bottom right hand side works better for me. Know this helps me decide where to point the camera while recording clips.<br /><br />**Thoughts**<br />The way this overlay editor merges GPS data with multiple short video clips still amazes me. This is most likely going to be my overlay editor of choice. Although there is still a need to do some post processing in another video editor (because I like to have better control over audio and titles).<br /><br />https://www.endomondo.com/<br />https://www8.garmin.com/support/download_details.jsp?id=6591<br /><br />**D.tube Exclusive**<br />Philip Taramaihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00715576310671118296noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1013533832682737481.post-50863982531079525092019-06-10T17:17:00.000+12:002019-06-10T17:17:34.254+12:00The Sony FDR-X3000, Endomondo, Virb Edit Experiment.<table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-PmIRm8aALp8/XP3l74LSk4I/AAAAAAAATAI/pVbEu0uWJRY3eKQnx5nkV8fh_vA4iOouwCLcBGAs/s1600/20190609%2Bwalk%2Bvirb%2Btest.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="900" data-original-width="1600" height="223" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-PmIRm8aALp8/XP3l74LSk4I/AAAAAAAATAI/pVbEu0uWJRY3eKQnx5nkV8fh_vA4iOouwCLcBGAs/s400/20190609%2Bwalk%2Bvirb%2Btest.png" width="400" /></a></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://d.tube/#!/v/kiwibloke/l30t1x6k" target="_blank">https://d.tube/#!/v/kiwibloke/l30t1x6k</a></td></tr>
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Virb Edit, creating data overlays for you sports videos. This inbuilt
editor is AMAZING, but lets go back to the beginning as to how I started
putting this together.<br /><br /><span style="font-size: large;"><b>Method</b></span><br />
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<i><b>The Walk</b></i> (that's me and it was freezing outside, mid winter, gets dark at <a class="seekTo" href="https://www.blogger.com/null">5:30</a>pm)<br />- record using Endomondo the entire walk on my Huawei P8lite<br />- during the walk, record snippets on the Sony FDR-X3000 camera<br /><i><b>Video Creation</b></i> (all with Virb Edit)<br />- import all the video clips (as is), place in timeline<br />- while playing through the timeline, trim each clip<br />- export the GPS to GXP (using Endomondo Website)<br />- import the GPX file<br /><i><b>THE SHOCK</b></i><br />- 1st gauge I added: position - track (the map inside the circle)<br />- when played, Virb Edit knew where each video clip appears on the track<br />- as you watch this video you can see the dots move accordingly<br />- there can be discrepencies within a few meters, you can fine tune if you want<br />Completion<br />- add music (provided by Virb Edit)<br />- add titles<br /><br /><span style="font-size: large;"><b>Thoughts</b></span><br /><br />
This
was all created in-house, no external editors used. I really am
impressed with this software (and yes it is free). What is important to
realise, the data here is based on a GPS signal and the accuracy of a
satelitte. Still, as a graphical indiction I think it is really cool. I
really don't like the existing gauges but you do have the ability to
create your own.<br /><br />I wouldn't necessarily use an overlay like this
on all my video's, probably when there is sports events, like to 10km
charity walks I sometimes participate in. I had fun putting this
together.<br /><br /><span style="font-size: large;"><b>Note</b></span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;"><b> </b></span><br />The Endomondo App provides alot more GPS data than the Sony FDR-X3000 which results in more gauges you can use.<br /><br /><a href="https://www8.garmin.com/support/download_details.jsp?id=6591" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www8.garmin.com/support/download_details.jsp?id=6591</a><br /><br />**<a href="http://d.tube/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">D.tube</a> Exclusive**Philip Taramaihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00715576310671118296noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1013533832682737481.post-33276061008409566862019-06-09T13:36:00.002+12:002019-06-09T13:41:56.574+12:00Steemit: 2 Weeks On and my Thoughts<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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I'm really starting to enjoy using this platform, even though I have so much more to learn. Buzz words like cryptocurrency, blockchain, steem, steem power, steem dollars are totally exciting and I liken it to the game <b>Monopoly</b>. I've posted some content, earned some Steem, Steem Power and Steem Dollars.<br />
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Is this real money ??? it can be but from what I've seen I'm just not interested at this point in time. but this is where the fun starts for me ...... <br />
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<span style="color: #cc0000;"><span style="font-size: large;"><b>STEEM POWER, I gots the power !!!</b></span></span></div>
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With this I can control post payouts, ie the more Steem Power (SP) I have, my upvotes will count more and will award different content creators SP and Steem dollars as well. <b>How cool is that!!</b><br />
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For me, this platform is about content and creating content, which I'm not very good at and seldom create. In fact I make videos so that I can look back on snippets of my life, and if other people watch then that is all well and good too.<br />
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You can view the upvotes as seen on above image, who upvoted and how much influence each voter has based on their (SP). Currently my SP is so low, my upvotes are valued at $0.0000 LoL but hey, we all start somewhere. Let's peek at my <b>Steemit Wallet</b> ..<br />
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5 minutes ago my <b>Steem Power</b> was 1.033, so here's what I did to increase it. I transferred the <b>Steem Dollars</b> ($0.80approx) I earned from my posts to <b>Steem</b> ($2.00approx via Internal Market), which I then Powered Up increasing my <b>Steem Power</b>.<br />
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So my short term goal unfolds, when I upvote, I want it to have real meaning.<br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #cc0000;">It is all about content, and not earnings</span> </b></span></div>
<br />
<b>For Vidme .... I will always remember you guys. </b><br />
- Amberthest<br />
- Ravenmor Fox<br />
- Dazzlinglatte<br />
- Flying Purple Pizzas<br />
- Calibri Funtimes<br />
- Stefan Jenkins<br />
- Kirsty J<br />
- Jonna <br />
<br />Philip Taramaihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00715576310671118296noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1013533832682737481.post-12360446235606857462019-06-07T09:28:00.000+12:002019-06-07T09:28:49.107+12:00Opening of Wainuiomata Hill Shared Path, New Zealand<table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-uFlNBlSvszA/XPmE4sE8YJI/AAAAAAAAS9M/APH3WM4pXYQUS3a3CUn6ABz11II2XbdBACLcBGAs/s1600/thumb%2B-%2B20190603%2BWainuiSharedPath%2528sm%2529.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="720" data-original-width="1280" height="225" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-uFlNBlSvszA/XPmE4sE8YJI/AAAAAAAAS9M/APH3WM4pXYQUS3a3CUn6ABz11II2XbdBACLcBGAs/s400/thumb%2B-%2B20190603%2BWainuiSharedPath%2528sm%2529.png" width="400" /></a></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://d.tube/v/kiwibloke/oyunyshq" target="_blank">https://d.tube/v/kiwibloke/oyunyshq</a></td></tr>
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This was a significant event, especially those that live in this suburb
of Wainuiomata. The only access into the area is by this road. When they
upgraded the road from 2 lanes (1 up 1 down) to 4 lanes, there really
wasn't any room for cyclists though there are those like myself that
risked being brushed aside by vehicles. Walking/running up either side
of this Hill on gravel had it's risks as well, but the workout you get
from it made it worth while.<br /><br />This shared pathway
(pedestrians/cyclists) is definitely going to become popular and there
are some concerns, mainly aimed at the cycling community which I can
totally understand. It really comes down to common sense, I ride/race on
a road bike and coming down here at 60km+/hr would be the norm,
therefore using this shared path is not an option for me. This brings us
to those who drive over the hill in vehicles, who yell at cyclists to
get off the road and back onto the new created shared path. I will
ignore them, safety of pedestrians on this path are more important and
unless I purposely ride up/down at 10km/hr or slower I will stay on the
road. The next few months as summer approaches will be interesting.<br /><br />My grandson and I, enjoyed the sunshine, the community spirit, and this wonderful path that we walked on today.<br /><br />Camera: Sony FDR-X3000<br />Video Editor: kdenlive on Linux Mint 64bitPhilip Taramaihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00715576310671118296noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1013533832682737481.post-78380947980588332382019-06-07T09:16:00.002+12:002019-06-07T09:16:55.088+12:00USO Kupe Ride, Korokoro to Haywards Intersection, New Zealand.<table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-qoYUSnsCd9g/XPmCbMMGOZI/AAAAAAAAS9A/u-5OKlmY87w7uTEc8jurX99f9vtFLpzBgCLcBGAs/s1600/20190601%2BUSO%2BRide%2BKorokoro2haywardsIntersect%2Bthumbnail.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="900" data-original-width="1600" height="223" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-qoYUSnsCd9g/XPmCbMMGOZI/AAAAAAAAS9A/u-5OKlmY87w7uTEc8jurX99f9vtFLpzBgCLcBGAs/s400/20190601%2BUSO%2BRide%2BKorokoro2haywardsIntersect%2Bthumbnail.png" width="400" /></a></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://d.tube/v/kiwibloke/5o32czde" target="_blank">https://d.tube/v/kiwibloke/5o32czde</a></td></tr>
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A typical Kupe group ride, hills and rotation work. It's always nice to
ride with the elite riders in this club, who come out and support the
social side.<br /><br />This video is part of my new experience using
Exhaust with Steemit. Not only that, I have always used Endomondo
(android app for my Huawei P8lite phone). With this App I can export the
workouts GPS data as TCX or GPX, which works well with Exhaust. If you
use this App I'd be happy to add you as a friend, just drop a comment.<br /><br />Android App: Endomondo<br />Camera: Sony FDR-X3000<br />Overlays: created with Dashware on Win10 64bit<br />Video Editor: kdenlive on Linux Mint 64bit<br />Bike: Specialized Allez 2018 (Entry Level Road Bike)Philip Taramaihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00715576310671118296noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1013533832682737481.post-15133968257780638562019-06-07T09:10:00.000+12:002019-06-07T09:12:24.202+12:00My Thought of the Week: IPFS<table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-jAyJ7qJp7ug/XPmAiSE24PI/AAAAAAAAS80/t7kauKxfvakqVJzVqUI6SYamqz8CGYi8QCLcBGAs/s1600/20190601%2Bwhat%2Bis%2BIPFS.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="900" data-original-width="1600" height="225" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-jAyJ7qJp7ug/XPmAiSE24PI/AAAAAAAAS80/t7kauKxfvakqVJzVqUI6SYamqz8CGYi8QCLcBGAs/s400/20190601%2Bwhat%2Bis%2BIPFS.png" width="400" /></a></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://d.tube/v/kiwibloke/75shs3zs" target="_blank">https://d.tube/v/kiwibloke/75shs3zs</a></td></tr>
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What is IPFS ... yes I've seen the definitions and what it is capable of with file sharing. Does running it help <a href="http://d.tube/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">D.tube</a>
or Steemit in some way working in the background. Using the file system
found on the "webui' I added a picture of myself (I know, boring but at
least I won't run into copyright issues) and got a sharing link.<br />
<br />
<a href="https://ipfs.io/ipfs/QmRn88qP6XFP2HS2ovki3N9chzy4G3VbkGV4xCyUMXjKfa" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://ipfs.io/ipfs/QmRn88qP6XFP2HS2ovki3N9chzy4G3VbkGV4xCyUMXjKfa</a><br />
<br />
This
is all well and good, if I wish to share something, but does me sharing
1 file help the community. I feel as if I have missed something
important here.<br />
<br />
I would be extremely appreciative for any feedback.<br />
<br />
Note: Installation on Linux Mint problems - resolved<br />
- go here ... <a href="https://canyouseeme.org/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://canyouseeme.org/</a> ... see if world can see service on port 4001<br />
- this port opens "AFTER" the daemon is run <br />
1 - turn off the Gufw firewall<br />
2 - set router port forward 4001 (I even set this computer as DMZ host, probably not necessary)<br />
<br />
3 - if using Noscript - disable it<br />
4 - Go here ... <a href="https://easyengine.io/tutorials/linux/increase-open-files-limit" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://easyengine.io/tutorials/linux/increase-open-files-limit</a> ... Per-User LimitPhilip Taramaihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00715576310671118296noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1013533832682737481.post-48383484595712198532019-05-31T17:09:00.000+12:002019-05-31T17:09:13.309+12:00Exhaust: Log Fitness Activities with Steem.<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-eO5qrnldHSg/XPCz8sTKAHI/AAAAAAAAS6Y/NpuonG25_lcrpC-dICNBMd5e9By-0zoLwCLcBGAs/s1600/Screenshot_2019-05-31_16-55-40%2Bexhaust_joined.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="543" data-original-width="1189" height="182" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-eO5qrnldHSg/XPCz8sTKAHI/AAAAAAAAS6Y/NpuonG25_lcrpC-dICNBMd5e9By-0zoLwCLcBGAs/s400/Screenshot_2019-05-31_16-55-40%2Bexhaust_joined.png" width="400" /></a></div>
Another part of the Steem phenomena , just joined now and will use tomorrows USO ride to find out how this works.<br /><blockquote class="tr_bq">
<br />
<b>you can also add in your GPS files in the form of GPX or TCX formats
instead of needing to add the time, distance details manually.</b></blockquote>
<br />
Perfect, I can test this:- <br />
camera1 (Sony FDR-X3000: video & GPS)<br />
camera2 (Sony HDR-CX450: video) <br />
- partial recording (for D.tube) <br />
mobile phone (Huawei P8lite with Endomondo App: GPS).<br />
- full ride (for Exhaust)<br />
<br />
<br />Philip Taramaihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00715576310671118296noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1013533832682737481.post-28884500609705078842019-05-29T21:11:00.000+12:002019-05-29T21:16:00.051+12:00Sony Wind Noise Reduction Mod & Arduino Cycle RearLights.<table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-RBtNenppmTA/XO5IL9lmlxI/AAAAAAAAS6A/UqyfPmxqubAcPBulbYAefvWBm1DtQ_NSQCEwYBhgL/s1600/01%2BIMG_20171230_095208.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="899" data-original-width="1600" height="223" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-RBtNenppmTA/XO5IL9lmlxI/AAAAAAAAS6A/UqyfPmxqubAcPBulbYAefvWBm1DtQ_NSQCEwYBhgL/s400/01%2BIMG_20171230_095208.jpg" width="400" /></a></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://d.tube/v/kiwibloke/yfu114iq" target="_blank">https://d.tube/v/kiwibloke/yfu114iq</a></td></tr>
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This modification to the Sony FDR-X3000 greatly improves wind noise
reduction, and this is exactly how I record my rides. Even though I have
the camera mounted on the handle bar, I really wanted to mount it on
the stem (still haven't figured this out yet). I want to reduce the
sideways movement and helm or chest mounts seem to restrictive to my own
movements.<br />
<br />
I really enjoyed creating my own rear lights for the
bike. Using a Dual 18650 Powerbank case (these are really cheap on Ebay
$1.60NZ), mounting an Arduino Mini Pro in 1 of the battery spaces, opens
up many Arduino Project possibilities. Using the WS2812 programmable
LEDS was an obvious choice, at one stage I was riding down the street at
night with rainbow colours streaming all over my bike, yep totally
illegal. Back to basics, red only (I did add a red yellow startup flash
loop at the beginning, couldn't resist).<br />
<br />
Photos: Huawei P8 Lite<br />
Camera: SONY HDR-CX405<br />
Video Editor: kdenlive on Linux Mint<br />
**<a href="http://d.tube/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">D.tube</a> Exclusive**Philip Taramaihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00715576310671118296noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1013533832682737481.post-81997775624244745022019-05-29T15:52:00.001+12:002019-05-29T16:03:14.512+12:00Cool Down Ride: Petone to Oriental Parade, Wellington, New Zealand.<table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-KqROkN4yzUQ/XO4Aj3VFoBI/AAAAAAAAS5o/uhCC9CWcOAMaNbwH8aaJtayYHCnRgEeZwCLcBGAs/s1600/20190511%2Bpetone2oriental%25281080p50fps%2529%2B03.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="900" data-original-width="1600" height="223" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-KqROkN4yzUQ/XO4Aj3VFoBI/AAAAAAAAS5o/uhCC9CWcOAMaNbwH8aaJtayYHCnRgEeZwCLcBGAs/s400/20190511%2Bpetone2oriental%25281080p50fps%2529%2B03.jpg" width="400" /></a></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://d.tube/#!/v/kiwibloke/h0obf15l" target="_blank">https://d.tube/#!/v/kiwibloke/h0obf15l</a></td></tr>
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This is a more improved and shorter version of the same ride I uploaded onto youtube. This time it's been uploaded onto D.tube.<br />
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On
a typical Saturday morning I go out on the USO Bike group ride,
afterwards I always do a cool down ride. Ending the day with a steep
hill climb back over to Wainuiomata.<br />
<br />
This is one of the routes I
take as my cool down ride, which is usually another 40km but at a
leisurely pace (between 15/35kmhr). I would only come out this way if it
is raining, cold, windy etc when it's uncomfortable for people to walk
along the Harbour, this place can get crowded where you have to get off
your bike and walk.<br />
<br />
Camera: Sony FDR-X3000<br />
Overlays: created with Dashware on Win10 64bit<br />
Video Editor: kdenlive on Linux Mint 64bit
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Philip Taramaihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00715576310671118296noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1013533832682737481.post-13689423123774724292019-05-28T23:42:00.000+12:002019-05-29T14:59:29.854+12:00USO Kupe Ride, Wallaceville to Boulcott, Lower Hutt, New Zealand.<div style="text-align: center;">
<span style="color: #38761d;"><b><span style="font-size: large;">My 1st D.tube only Post</span></b></span></div>
<br />
<table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://d.tube/#!/v/kiwibloke/hph22kis" target="_blank"><span style="font-size: small;">https://d.tube/#!/v/kiwibloke/hph22kis</span></a></td></tr>
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This is the tail end of this mornings ride, from Arise Church, Petone,
up the Blue Mountains Road, Pinehaven. Through Whitemans valley then
back over Wallacaville Hill. The video picks up from Trentham and
finishes as we head into Boulcott, towards our favourite coffee stop,
Janis!<br />
<br />
Camera: Sony FDR-X3000<br />
Overlays: created with Dashware on Win10 64bit<br />
Video Editor: kdenlive on Linux Mint 64bit<br />
Bike: Specialized Allez 2018 (Entry Level Road Bike)Philip Taramaihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00715576310671118296noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1013533832682737481.post-66805234819682058842019-05-27T00:15:00.000+12:002019-05-27T00:15:06.355+12:00Steem Ranking and Badges<table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-Kl7AmxL8WFE/XOqBdu50uOI/AAAAAAAAS4U/EaJnFAe7mVcQN6vs7Q1Tzzsg6ZMISEFQACLcBGAs/s1600/Screenshot_2019-05-27_00-03-44%2BSteemitBoard%2BRanking.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="865" data-original-width="1063" height="325" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-Kl7AmxL8WFE/XOqBdu50uOI/AAAAAAAAS4U/EaJnFAe7mVcQN6vs7Q1Tzzsg6ZMISEFQACLcBGAs/s400/Screenshot_2019-05-27_00-03-44%2BSteemitBoard%2BRanking.png" width="400" /></a></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://steemitboard.com/ranking/?p=5608&s=reputation&hl=kiwibloke">http://steemitboard.com/ranking/?p=5608&s=reputation&hl=kiwibloke</a></td></tr>
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As I slowly get into using the Steem system, it will be interesting to see how this ranking and badge system works for me. In 6months time I am going to revisit and see much difference I make.<br />
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<a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-ebKezT0aF3o/XOqC3ufTOEI/AAAAAAAAS4g/93G82Zcz53wSvHrEL8q2iSWXAoOhoq4sgCLcBGAs/s1600/Screenshot_2019-05-27_00-12-35%2BSteemit%2BBadges.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="847" data-original-width="949" height="356" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-ebKezT0aF3o/XOqC3ufTOEI/AAAAAAAAS4g/93G82Zcz53wSvHrEL8q2iSWXAoOhoq4sgCLcBGAs/s400/Screenshot_2019-05-27_00-12-35%2BSteemit%2BBadges.png" width="400" /></a></div>
Having a ranking and badge system really encourages me to participate more, even leaving comments makes a difference.<br />
<br />
<div style="text-align: center;">
<b><span style="font-size: large;">Definitely time to become more active.</span></b></div>
Philip Taramaihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00715576310671118296noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1013533832682737481.post-29401660680328910882019-05-26T09:49:00.001+12:002019-05-27T00:05:10.026+12:00d.tube: What is this ?<blockquote class="tr_bq">
<div class="section-subheading text-muted">
D.Tube is the first crypto-decentralized video platform, built on top of the STEEM Blockchain
and the IPFS peer-to-peer network.</div>
</blockquote>
<div class="section-subheading text-muted">
Basically another video platform like Youtube, Bitchute.</div>
<div class="section-subheading text-muted">
<br /></div>
If you want more detailed information visit this link <a href="https://about.d.tube/">https://about.d.tube/</a><br />
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I've been part of the Steem Blockchain for a while now, I still have no idea how this works but it is about time I use it's video platform.<br />
<br />
All STEEMs applications seemed to be inter-linked, which is a good thing.<br />
Upload video onto d.tube, it automatically appears on my <a href="https://steemit.com/@kiwibloke" target="_blank">steemit blog</a>.<br />
<br />
My thoughts on all 3 platforms - Youtube, Bitchute, d.tube:-<br />
<br />
<span style="font-size: large;">Youtube</span><br />
massive user base, well supported<br />
searching works well<br />
over censored<br />
video quality is downgraded to improve the stream<br />
<br />
<span style="font-size: large;">Bitchute</span><br />
small user base<br />
best place to find CCL music to use in your videos <br />
video quality is downgraded to improve the stream<br />
<br />
<span style="font-size: large;">d.tube</span><br />
small user base:- <i><b>vlogs here are more personal and engaging</b></i><br />
searching sucks <br />
video quality is downgraded to improve the stream BUT will stream source<br />
- eg upload a 1080p5fps mp4, you have the option to watch it at this speed<br />
- default view of 480p is really good.<br />
<span style="color: #cc0000;"><i><b>huge problem </b></i><span style="color: black;">- cannot play the videos from the site on my Android phone</span></span>!<br />
<br />
Here's my 1st upload to d.tube <a href="https://d.tube/v/kiwibloke/3qlm8m3c">https://d.tube/v/kiwibloke/3qlm8m3c</a><br />
The same "My Wainui Training Cycle Loop" as found on Youtube<br />
<br />
So I'm going to use this exclusively for the next few months, then see how I feel about it. Philip Taramaihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00715576310671118296noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1013533832682737481.post-26634069324649930142019-05-24T23:18:00.003+12:002019-05-24T23:19:30.479+12:00My Wainui Training Cycle Loop<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<iframe allowfullscreen="" class="YOUTUBE-iframe-video" data-thumbnail-src="https://i.ytimg.com/vi/hcncQR22c28/0.jpg" frameborder="0" height="266" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/hcncQR22c28?feature=player_embedded" width="480"></iframe></div>
<br />
This is a small street cycle loop around my small suburb of Wainuiomata
(9.7km) that I ride on a regular daily basis. The goal is to do a
minimum of at least 2 laps with a cycle interval workout lap.Philip Taramaihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00715576310671118296noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1013533832682737481.post-69450487044993700762019-05-24T23:16:00.001+12:002019-05-24T23:16:33.029+12:00Sony FDR-X3000 with Dashware Overlay Software<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<iframe allowfullscreen="" class="YOUTUBE-iframe-video" data-thumbnail-src="https://i.ytimg.com/vi/6oSwx8Fp79o/0.jpg" frameborder="0" height="266" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/6oSwx8Fp79o?feature=player_embedded" width="480"></iframe></div>
<br />
Back to trying to add overlays to my cycling videos, this time I bit the bullet and bought a computer with windows10 installed. I finally get to play around with both Virb Edit and Dash Ware.<br />
<br />
Sony's inbuilt GPS tracking software had issues where the date and certain data types were wrong. I had to convert the .LOG file to .GPX which fixed these problems.<br />
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NOTE: The Sony FDR-X3000 does not produce GRADE GPS data, disappointing.<br />
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the Sony FDR-X3000 is the best camera I have ever bought ..Philip Taramaihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00715576310671118296noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1013533832682737481.post-59809874342085378912019-03-16T23:52:00.000+13:002019-05-24T22:53:08.135+12:00Dissenter, The Comment Section of the Internet.<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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If you have watched the video's about Rotten Tomatoes, The Captain Marvel Movie with Brie Larson, you'll eventually come across people talking about this browser extension. If a video has it's comments disabled, this browser app creates a "discussion" comment section for that URL, where anyone who has installed, signed up with this app, can write/read comments.<br />
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I have actually seen something similar to this before (a long time ago) but cannot remember where.<br />
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<i><b><span style="font-size: large;">Dissenter by GAB</span></b></i><br />
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I must say, I joined GAB when it was is first launched live, and only a few people was accepted during it's startup. Today I logged in and yep, there's that prompt ... send your first post LoL. Eventually I'll become active there once I work out what GAB is again.<br />
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The reason I brought this up, when I tried to sign up for Dissenter, at the prompt where your asked to put in your email, it said mine was already taken. A light bulb moment, lets use my GAB login, I'm in .. hehe.<br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><i><b>Back to Dissenter</b></i></span><br />
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Let's find out how this dissenter works, time to go find a YouTube video that has had it's comments disabled, this may take me a while, 90.99% of YouTubers I follow are nice people.<br />
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Ok let's do a simple YouTube search --> comments disabled<br />
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wow there's heaps ... OK maybe YouTube is not a good example, therefore I'm going to Add a dissenter discussion on this My Blogs homepage ..<br />
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As you can see I have left unticked both Share to Gab & NSFW, this is just me playing around. But if another active Dissenter comes to my homepage, they will see that comment and can interact if they wish.... published!<br />
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Let's go to a URL where there is an actual Dissenter discussion happening ...<br />
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Nice, 940 Dissenter comments on YouTubes homepage ..Philip Taramaihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00715576310671118296noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1013533832682737481.post-17661835292859369752019-03-14T03:58:00.001+13:002019-03-14T13:19:04.319+13:00Alita: Battle Angel, Must Watch Again!<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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I thought Avatar cannot be beaten yet James Cameron has come out with another mind blowing story that deserves another visit, before it can no longer be shown on the BIG screen. If I had had an on going rating system this would be a 10/10 :-)Philip Taramaihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00715576310671118296noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1013533832682737481.post-22492591091134161372019-02-05T19:54:00.000+13:002019-02-05T20:05:08.952+13:00Aitutaki Koni Raoni 2019 by Akaiami<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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It's always good to remember where your roots are, and even though I did not create this video, or have ever been to this event, one day I would like to witness 1st hand and celebrate with the families who are a big part of me.<br />
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Aitutaki has a unique NY (January 1st) event called a Koni Raoni - which means "dance around". A village led dance team make their way slowly and progressively around Aitutaki on open vehicles to dance in front of the residents in each village.<br />
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Check out <a href="https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCk6u0I45tQZZ9seCoiRH2aA" target="_blank">Akaiami's YouTube channel</a> for videos showing previous Koni Raoni events.Philip Taramaihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00715576310671118296noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1013533832682737481.post-51378556964207137932019-02-04T20:22:00.005+13:002019-02-04T20:22:49.448+13:00Timelapse 4K UHD: Wainui Hill Summit, Meeting Great People!<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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This mornings walk was very unique, with the amount of cloud movement I just had to do another timelapse. I really didn't want to take it at the top of the summit but it was fairly windy and using a heavy camera tripod would've kept my camera stable. As always, my timelapses are free to use :-)<br />
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While shooting the timelapse, it was a good time to test my DIY Solar Panel setup. As predicted, it wasn't very effective at that time in the morning, delivering only 40mA at 4.85V.<br /><br />
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I have to admit it, I didn't put any real effort into this mornings walk, more like a casual Sunday stroll.<br />
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That last photo is where I wanted to do the actual timelapse, maybe I'll take my heavy Tripod on the next walk!<br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">Meeting Interesting People on the Hill:</span><br />
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<i><span style="font-size: large;">Tania's 24Hr Walkathon:</span></i> <br />
I meet a really nice young lady named Tania, she had an extremely interesting story with a goal to walk over Wainuiomata Hill every day in 2018 and she achieved that WOW!!<br />
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She is doing a 24hour walkathon 15/02/2019 and I intend to support on that day. Check out her givealittle website. I'm going to shamelessly share this on all my social media.<br />
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<a href="https://givealittle.co.nz/cause/walking-the-wainuiomata-hill-for-24-hours">https://givealittle.co.nz/cause/walking-the-wainuiomata-hill-for-24-hours</a><br />
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<i><span style="font-size: large;">Mormon Elders:</span></i><br />
2 really nice guys who stopped at the top of the hill to take some photos of Wellington Harbour. We had lengthy discussions on basically everything and it wasn't too religious in nature. I admire the sacrifices these guys take to come to our shores. One is from Texas, the other from Melbourne.<br />
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Very memorial day.Philip Taramaihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00715576310671118296noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1013533832682737481.post-72891502149454502802019-02-02T23:59:00.004+13:002019-02-02T23:59:59.066+13:001st 4K UHD Video Upload to Youtube<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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The best way to try something like this, is to create a small video, then upload it to youtube as a private view, then see what happen when trying to play it back. A timelapse is perfect for this, so this morning I whipped out the Sony FDR-X3000 placed it on the ground and snapped of 600 frames at 5sec intervals.<br />
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The using my very slightly modified bash script 3001.sh created a series of timelapses:-<br />
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1280x720p(HDTV) 30fps - 24.5MB<br />
1920x1080p(HD) 50fps - 38.8MB<br />
3840x2160p(4K UHD) 60fps - 106.9MB<br />
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After uploading the video the only way it would play properly on my browser was to change the quality to 1080p60.<br />
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I'm still not convinced creating a 4K is worth it if I cannot play at this quality, and I know I cannot get it to play locally here on a duo2core machine. (plays fine locally on my Intel i5 Opitplex).<br />
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I'll leave this video up hoping one day I can get to see it in 4K. Meanwhile it's back to creating 1080p videos and timelapses :-)<br />
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<b><span style="font-size: large;">Bash Script: 3001.sh</span></b><br />
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Download and copy (or move) this file into the BIN folder (Linux Mint).<br />
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This a a text file so you can read the instructions at the bottom of the file. Note I also had the open the BIN folder as ROOT in order to change the files permissions to "Allow this file to run as a program".<br />
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Now just go into the folder containing all your images and type 3001.sh, follow the prompts.<br />
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This script can be used on any folder containing images captured and stored by any devices. The Dazzne option was written to allow for images captured with 4:3 aspect ratio.Philip Taramaihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00715576310671118296noreply@blogger.com0