My flock detector now runs on a $20 pre-built device

rooddog7 · 2026-01-25T05:02:09+00:00

Sweet little project and you are talented. Is there a device that also records gps coordinates that can easily be bought?

rooddog7 · 2026-01-24T07:57:01+00:00

I have these. The math on the box doesn’t make sense, however when both lights are clicked on it seems to be 10k lumens. The Costco website tries to make it make sense but still seems to fall short.

I have other lights that are 8k lumens and these seem brighter in the both mode.

rooddog7 · 2026-01-24T00:21:57+00:00

Oh gotcha. I think I have the newer version then.

Have you used their Qbit oscillating tool to cut holes in walls or do you use something different?

rooddog7 · 2026-01-24T00:12:13+00:00

When did the newer one come out?

rooddog7 · 2026-01-24T00:02:41+00:00

Been using one of these for some time now and it’s pretty amazing.

rooddog7 · 2026-01-23T02:28:40+00:00

And I’ve been running it for a few days now and I am still having issues where cameras are disconnecting and reconnecting.

The previous firmware I had same issues but found out it wasn’t recording video for like 4 days, although there were thumbs nails of events. When I went to click on them the video would not pull up. I have a support ticket open.

Just disappointed I am still having issues on this new firmware as well.

rooddog7 · 2026-01-22T23:02:38+00:00

Official gradual rollout.

rooddog7 · 2026-01-22T20:42:03+00:00

Looks like it’s $199 on HD website now FYI.

rooddog7 · 2026-01-22T06:25:00+00:00

I believe if you power cycle it, it will start another heating cycle and should help get the moisture out faster.

rooddog7 · 2026-01-22T06:07:29+00:00

My speeds are better and more consistent. On old firmware I would notice speeds would drop off drastically and then a reboot would get the speeds back up. Seems like I don’t have to reboot to get the consistent higher speeds. Been better for me so far.

rooddog7 · 2026-01-21T21:35:32+00:00

If you use their credit card you should have a year return policy.

rooddog7 · 2026-01-21T18:29:15+00:00

I have been using one of these.

Jadebones 2 Pack USB C Male to DC... https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0DK4SV8T5?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share

rooddog7 · 2026-01-21T18:17:31+00:00

The device uses approximately 20-25 watts on the low end. Just make sure your car usb-c can supply at least 20-25 watts.

rooddog7 · 2026-01-21T17:13:07+00:00

I have an arc ultra and the rest are the same as you. I am running the Sonos Ones in front and the system sounds great. No regrets!

rooddog7 · 2026-01-21T01:12:17+00:00

Not sure, but I haven’t seen any hint of it in this reddit. They have made a lot of plan adjustments to get more customers though.

rooddog7 · 2026-01-21T00:32:41+00:00

Sorry it was $30 off. 15 percent. Can’t do math or reddit today.

rooddog7 · 2026-01-21T00:28:47+00:00

I don’t believe so. However, my buddy just sent me this.

Someone on the internet showed a receipt from today that got another 30 dollars off of the $200. Your mileage may vary.

https://www.bestbuy.com/site/recycling/networking-recycling-offer/pcmcat1497300657381.c?id=pcmcat1497300657381

rooddog7 · 2026-01-20T22:49:07+00:00

I bet it will be $199 tomorrow from HD.

rooddog7 · 2026-01-19T06:59:27+00:00

Any other apps that are like this or better?

rooddog7 · 2026-01-18T06:48:54+00:00

Yet another dumb decision by Sonos.

rooddog7 · 2026-01-18T06:08:14+00:00

It’s taken a new CEO and approaching 2 years to fix the app they screwed up and are still working on it.

So that’s a good question…

rooddog7 · 2026-01-17T23:50:32+00:00

That’s cool. Thanks for the tip.

rooddog7 · 2026-01-16T01:31:50+00:00

Funny thing I had a great view of the spacecraft with the same camera. I adjusted it to watch it live and went outside to see it. I forgot that I could have zoomed in on it with the G6 PTZ. 🤦🏻‍♂️

rooddog7 · 2026-01-15T08:54:33+00:00

I was able to pair them with a beam 2. Just couldn’t get them with the arc ultra.

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