New SeeSnake Release - Page 2 - Plumbing Zone

Protech · 02-26-2010, 02:37 AM

http://www.fgeng.com/video-capture-cards.htm

http://www.mwave.com.au/newAU/mwaveA...p?SKU=44030088

http://www.dinodirect.com/4-Channel-.../AFFID-47.html

http://www.spytown.com/edv-xview4.ht...hannelid=BCOME

http://www.spytown.com/edv-xvav.html...hannelid=BCOME

http://www.xpcgear.com/tvbox9.html

and the list goes on forever

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Originally Posted by Plumber Jim

anyone know of a device that will take a video source in and put the video on an SD card?

stillaround · 02-26-2010, 10:23 AM

I wish I had a need for all this..we dont get many jobs requiring it ..hence my cam records to vhs and I convert...slllloooowwww.

ChrisConnor · 02-26-2010, 10:59 AM

I like the reliability of Ridgid, but I think that my Pearpointe P82 had the best quality stand and all aluminum reel. Much stronger than what Ridgid puts out and a smaller footprint too. I also liked the convenience of the flip up screen on the Pearpointe.

Plumber Jim · 02-26-2010, 01:00 PM

Thanks Protech, I may look into one of those but i was really looking for a standalone device to capture onto an SD card or USB etc that way i can just plug it into my laptop after i am done then burn it. I use a DVD direct at the moment and it works well, just looking to go more compact. The dvddirect is what ridgid uses for their dvd pack that they over charge like $1000 i paid less than $300

ToUtahNow · 02-26-2010, 01:08 PM

This isn't going to be for everyone but if you are already using a laptop in your truck and you are looking for a new monitor this thing is pretty neat. Everything is recorded in digital so there is no conversion to do.

One of the testers had to meet with a public works guy on an inspection yesterday. Instead of a re-inspection the public work guy agreed to an emailed report. Now when the tester is on site after jetting, he can prepare his report and send it to public works with a touch of a button. That is of course assuming the customer hires him for the repairs.

Imagine the advantage to working for a client like a property management company where you can send them a video report from the field to get authorization to make a repair. The shops which will not like this systems are the companies who don't give the client a video but just up-sell to a new sewer instead because you will make them look bad.

I find certain computers are a little tougher than others to use with it. My 15" wide screen XPS is just a little large and to be honest I am not sure I would want to put it in the mud. Netbooks work but are not real reliable when it comes to video feeds. My regular 13" Dell fits nicely and I have not had a problem.

My favorite to use on it though is my Fujitsu tablet. Right now I am using a bump case but I also have a waterproof otter-box for it which would work out well in real messy stuff. I know some guys are using the tough-book type computers which I feel would be a big plus.

Mark

ToUtahNow · 02-26-2010, 01:32 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Plumber Jim

Thanks Protech, I may look into one of those but i was really looking for a standalone device to capture onto an SD card or USB etc that way i can just plug it into my laptop after i am done then burn it. I use a DVD direct at the moment and it works well, just looking to go more compact. The dvddirect is what ridgid uses for their dvd pack that they over charge like $1000 i paid less than $300

For what you are discribing I would try something like an Archos portable video player.

Mark

UnclogNH · 02-26-2010, 05:09 PM

I like the Idea. My worry is screen viewing in bright sun light. I hear of some new laptops that have what is called day time view screen.

My little portable LCD can't see $hit in the sun. A good weather proof Laptop with day time view screen would be great with this.

Plumber Jim · 02-26-2010, 05:49 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ToUtahNow

For what you are discribing I would try something like an Archos portable video player.

Mark

I'll look into it. thanks.

ToUtahNow · 02-26-2010, 06:44 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by UnclogNH

I like the Idea. My worry is screen viewing in bright sun light. I hear of some new laptops that have what is called day time view screen.

My little portable LCD can't see $hit in the sun. A good weather proof Laptop with day time view screen would be great with this.

A front-lit screen is much better for viewing outdoors but is not great indoors. I think Dell was making a dual-lit screen for both indoor and outdoor.

Mark

para1 · 02-27-2010, 11:07 AM

This would be a specialized piece of equip- nice to have if you need it- not practical for 95% percent of jobs.

02-26-2010, 10:23 AM	#12
stillaround Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Florida Posts: 3,215 My Photos	I wish I had a need for all this..we dont get many jobs requiring it ..hence my cam records to vhs and I convert...slllloooowwww. __________________ Government does not solve problems; it subsidizes them. Ronald Reagan

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Plumber Jim Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: Colorado Posts: 1,803 My Photos	Thanks Protech, I may look into one of those but i was really looking for a standalone device to capture onto an SD card or USB etc that way i can just plug it into my laptop after i am done then burn it. I use a DVD direct at the moment and it works well, just looking to go more compact. The dvddirect is what ridgid uses for their dvd pack that they over charge like $1000 i paid less than $300 __________________ Broomfield Plumber , Denver Plumber , Boulder Plumber , Lafayette Plumber

02-26-2010, 05:09 PM	#17
UnclogNH Drain Cleaning Specialist Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: New Hampshire, In a town time forgot. Posts: 2,037 My Photos	I like the Idea. My worry is screen viewing in bright sun light. I hear of some new laptops that have what is called day time view screen. My little portable LCD can't see $hit in the sun. A good weather proof Laptop with day time view screen would be great with this. __________________ Charging less does not mean more call volume it just means you have to work harder to reach your goals.

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02-26-2010, 10:59 AM	#13
ChrisConnor Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: Georgia Posts: 1,407 My Photos	I like the reliability of Ridgid, but I think that my Pearpointe P82 had the best quality stand and all aluminum reel. Much stronger than what Ridgid puts out and a smaller footprint too. I also liked the convenience of the flip up screen on the Pearpointe.

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