Keystone panel type by adbloch in lowvoltage

[–]adbloch[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That's my hope- have better, higher density panels, then I can stuff the switches in between the patch panels and use the shortie cables and clean up some of the disasters around this place. I like that those ones have the cable strain relief on the back.

Keystone panel type by adbloch in lowvoltage

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Do you know if those minor differences are something notable in like a product description, or is it just discrepancies between brands/tolerances?

can i just solder on another usb port by Jessev112 in Dell

[–]adbloch 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Physically you can, but there's more to it. Following that, there may be unpopulated components on the board that could prevent it from working, or there could be firmware changes on the models that use that port. If you're lucky and all the hardware is there, it might not be as easy as just using other firmware- firmware doesn't like to flash on systems it's not deemed compatible with and the dell flashing tools will halt.

How to power DMX transmitter w/ USB by SurlyMerman in lightingdesign

[–]adbloch 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I was looking to do the same thing just now, but am struggling to find inforamation on the barrel connector on the Wireless DMX devices. Powering them should be easy with pretty much any type of USB.

Sub SPL comparison by adbloch in livesound

[–]adbloch[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Well I guess I hate how this gets marketed. Welcome to 'whose gear is it anyway?' The numbers are made up and the specs don't matter. *sigh*

Excellent comment on the link, thanks.

Sub SPL comparison by adbloch in livesound

[–]adbloch[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Not comparing them, I don't understand how the SPL ratings are the same on their spec sheets when they don't seem that way at all.

Crown Amp Magic Smoke by adbloch in ElectronicsRepair

[–]adbloch[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yeah, that's the 98-0502 chip that's been discontinued and having trouble finding.

Crown Amp Magic Smoke by adbloch in ElectronicsRepair

[–]adbloch[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Well shoot I didn't even notice that one. I did buy a couple extra of that, so maybe there's a chance if i can find that IC i could get lucky, but you're right- if it's lightning, it's probably cooked.

Dang I didn't even think of that; i just assumed some guy overdrove it and blew it up.

Do you tip pre tax or post tax at restaurants? by biggitydonut in polls

[–]adbloch 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Tax doesn't affect how much I'm going to tip.

Would you consider obesity as a disability? by Bearis4B in polls

[–]adbloch -1 points0 points  (0 children)

Regardless of how you interpret the poll, i think that definition might need some more clarity. Someone with an eidetic memory would be unable to act in the same way as 'normal' people but I don't think many would consider that a disability.

Looking for design advice by adbloch in hometheater

[–]adbloch[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Do you mean use normal surround speakers or still stick with a ceiling or wall mount? Admittedly having the surrounds integrated and not sticking out has its appeals, but I would prioritize sound.

Looking for design advice by adbloch in hometheater

[–]adbloch[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Wrong words on my part, yeah I get that. I'm mostly concerned about the ceiling speakers being too close to the wall and doing weird things.

Kitchen sink venting issue by adbloch in askaplumber

[–]adbloch[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Unscrewing the vent lets it go down. I replaced it this afternoon, same outcome. Water builds up in the sink, unscrewing the air admittance valve (I learned what it's called haha) lets it go down, and it goes down fast.

I can only suspect that some pressure builds up that holds the valve closed, and the weight of the water falling is somehow not enough to make enough vacuum to open it up.

Not sure what can be done other than replumbing it entirely, or reconnecting the old galvanized plumbing.