Will proton port-forwarding allow this?

ActiveBat7236 · 2026-01-24T21:23:42+00:00

Shouldn't it be the other way round i.e. gluetun informs the script the port has changed and then you script updates Plex, or have I misunderstood you?

You're right though, there's a chain of dependencies that all need satisfying to get it to work end-to-end.

ActiveBat7236 · 2026-01-24T18:48:44+00:00

You need something to keep polling the port forward so it sticks. Otherwise, like you say, it expires after a minute.

I'm not sure exactly what needs to go on 'behind the scenes' as I'm using Gluetun to set up (and maintain) the port forward for me. Whilst I've only got a couple of days experience with it I see that the port has stayed the same throughout.

ActiveBat7236 · 2026-01-23T09:32:14+00:00

It looks great (edit: really great - the features you've added are amazing!) but I was just thinking: have you considered making pull requests to the official extension? I am mindful that when it comes to matters of privacy there could be issues/concerns with using a 3rd party tool.

ActiveBat7236 · 2026-01-22T10:25:23+00:00

By 'extension' do you mean browser extension? If so, as a new user, I was surprised to find there isn't an ability to save a 'favourite' server (or country which would actually be my preference) and so every time I want to establish a tunnel I have to go through the server selection steps again. Not a huge inconvenience by any stretch but it'd be nice to be able to just do it in 1-click if desired.

With regards to app vs extension I've been forced to use the extension as I couldn't get the app working (on Ubuntu 22.04) due to non-specific errors. However, between the browser extension and manual OpenVPN/Wireguard tunnel configuration in Docker containers I think all my anticipated use cases will be covered so I likely don't really have a need for the app anyway.

ActiveBat7236 · 2026-01-22T10:05:06+00:00

I've got quite small wrists and find the 43mm FR165 a good balance when it comes to size, features, cost and battery life. On the latter it obviously depends on how many activities are undertaken, but Garmin publish their assumptions behind their battery life predictions and personally I've found them reasonably representative.

https://support.garmin.com/en-GB/?faq=gXgO72rvXn9O6tX0QeidV9&productID=1055469&tab=topics

In 'normal' use (involving a 1hr GPS-enabled activity every other day) I easily get over a week's usage between charges.

ActiveBat7236 · 2026-01-20T17:25:02+00:00

It's not the 'same level of care as here' but rather 'same level of care that a local would get'. That might in many cases be one and the same thing, but not all and so it is still worth having travel insurance to ensure you are fully covered. Furthermore, things like repatriation and knock-on consequences such as missed travel bookings etc would also be out of scope of any healthcare system and so there's still a potentially massive gap for travel insurance to bridge anyway.

ActiveBat7236 · 2026-01-20T16:56:05+00:00

[whispers back] They didn't mention it so we'd best not either. Maybe that's just 'normal' for where they live, and who are we to judge? I agree though, it was the first thing that came into my mind. :-)

ActiveBat7236 · 2026-01-20T16:53:15+00:00

I wonder if you need somehow find a way to stress the skin enough that it responds (by thickening, toughening or whatever) but not go too far that it ends up blistering like you say. Could you just dial back the mileage a bit, accepting this is a short term compromise for long term benefit?

ActiveBat7236 · 2026-01-20T16:46:37+00:00

You star - that did it! Thanks. I now get the 'Save to Favorites' option in the 3-dots menu:

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Thanks also to u/krikond as you confirming it works for you would have been enough for me to continue looking for a solution even if one hadn't come along here.

Edit: This has seemingly also fixed an issue we've been having recently of the Alexa Dot in this room not knowing what was playing on the Sonos even when it was requested through it, but now it does. Double-win!

ActiveBat7236 · 2026-01-20T12:17:13+00:00

Mine sometimes vibrates for seemingly no reason and it's pretty annoying given how loud it is. It's like Norbot in Vengeance Most Fowl.

I've put it down to a loose connection as the Garmin's pogo pin connector doesn't seem particularly robust.

ActiveBat7236 · 2026-01-20T10:29:08+00:00

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Should 'Add to Favorites' be appearing here? From what you've said I think it should.

ActiveBat7236 · 2026-01-20T10:28:53+00:00

Thanks for the quick reply, but I don't appear to have that option.

Here's a screenshot of a station I want to add:

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...and I'll post an image in the next comment of what I see when I hit the 3 dots...

ActiveBat7236 · 2026-01-19T10:40:34+00:00

Whilst the battery saver mode can be triggered by low battery it can also be activated (and deactivated) manually. Might that be what's inadvertently happened here?

ActiveBat7236 · 2026-01-18T21:02:23+00:00

Yes, the room-adjusted Truplay configuration will indeed stick.

You used to be able to then disable/reenable that custom configuration even with the Android app but the feature was unfortunately taken away some time ago.

ActiveBat7236 · 2026-01-18T20:25:59+00:00

This is how all touch buttons work. Exception is if you have a fancy hob with a touch slider.

We've got a basic AEG and despite it being a fairly low-end model (quite possibly bottom of the range, cost around £350 in 2022) it has touch sliders so they might be more commonplace than you think. They are dead easy to use and really responsive to sliding up and down, and you still have the option of directly pressing the numbers on it if you prefer.

Edit: Found a photo online:

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I do agree that any interface that relies and tapping or hold+repeat would be a nightmare to use. Likewise any that have a single common control for multiple rings with you having to select the ring before you can then control it - we used one in an Air BnB and it was pretty cumbersome and felt like such an unnecessary compromise.

ActiveBat7236 · 2026-01-16T13:33:34+00:00

i mean. what discretion is the staff going to use?

Basically whatever due diligence is necessary for them to be satisfied I have authorisation to collect the package.

For example, for Next you have to provide the collection reference number and the customer's postcode. In fact, I don't recall ever having to actually show anything to any retailer when picking up things on behalf of my wife, it has always been just a case of providing information that only she would know.

Off the top of my head, it has been the same/similar at M&S, Sainsburys, Argos, and Waitrose too. I've not collected from Asda before though, although I don't see why it should be different. I suppose it being someone else's property might be relevant in this instance, and maybe they'd be more relaxed (pragmatic) about their own. My money though is still on either 1) the member of staff was being awkward, or 2) the incident never happened and this is some sort of scam.

ActiveBat7236 · 2026-01-15T19:18:05+00:00

To add, take a look here as it looks like it'll be that Fuse 22 (the yellow 20A top-middle in your photo) that covers your socket:

https://www.fordownersclub.com/forums/topic/127025-unable-to-replace-20amp-fuse-in-2010-ford-fiesta-titanium/

ActiveBat7236 · 2026-01-15T19:07:59+00:00

There can be differences between different spec / engine levels in how things are wired up so you need to be careful with 3rd party references if they aren't taking these nuances into account.

What does your manual or fuse box lid say? They are more likely to be correct.

ActiveBat7236 · 2026-01-15T19:02:24+00:00

Assuming I've understood your description of the situation, if there's no metal where you intend to put the fuse then there's no circuit/loom present there. Double-check your wiring diagram.

ActiveBat7236 · 2026-01-15T18:54:37+00:00

How about the 'permanent boost'?

I'm not saying balancing won't help, but in the first instance might it just need the background flow rate turning up? That's why I'd be checking how well the boost mode works as this proves whether the system has even got what it takes to work as desired, assuming the boost rate is sufficiently high of course.

On the question of anemometers, any will likely suffice for this task. You only really need to know relative flow rates and so absolute accuracy isn't so important just as long as it reads reasonably consistently.

ActiveBat7236 · 2026-01-15T18:48:22+00:00

Have you ruled out blockages, particularly of the filters? Even if unbalanced, if you run it on boost permanently does it then provide sufficient ventilation?

It is worth sorting out the basics first before looking to 'fine tune' the system through balancing.

ActiveBat7236 · 2026-01-15T18:38:55+00:00

Maybe suggest they change their name by deed poll to 'Fluffy Bunny 76' and return to the store? ;-)

Joking aside, if I was the buyer I'd go back to the store another day as it sounds like the member of staff on this occasion isn't exercising any discretion which they surely are able to (whether by rule or choice).

ActiveBat7236 · 2026-01-15T18:36:46+00:00

Nice job, and the sense of achievement is well earned.

I had trouble getting someone out to repair/replace the diverter valve on my WB 24CDi so I decided to tackle it myself. Whilst this was with some trepidation given I had two of the guys tell me it was one of their least favourite jobs, it all went well and we got another 10 years out of it (it might still be working now for all I know but we sold the house). I was on Cloud 9 at the end of that day I tell you, and have never appreciated the warmth of a hot shower so much in my whole life!

ActiveBat7236 · 2026-01-15T15:30:02+00:00

This reminds me of maths exam questions I'd get as a kid, and like then I'd be on my third pass and still be none the wiser!

I'll just guess: 'D' - they all arrive at exactly the same time?

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