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Power Meter

2013-06-01T02:36:52Z

Kc8nod:

The Power meter for our building measures the whole building, including B.Nektar. Installation of separate service for the two halves of the building is prohibitively expensive.
Thus we have installed our own meter at the big disconnect right by the door to B. Nektar, at the southwest corner of the space.

==The Meter==

The [http://www.ekmmetering.com/omnimeter OmniMeter] from [http://www.ekmmetering.com/ EKM Metering]

===RS-485 Interface===

The meter can be read and configured via a RS-485 interface on top of the box.
The serial protocol is documented here: http://documents.ekmmetering.com/Meter_Communication_Parsing_Submeter_v3.pdf

The port settings are unusual: 9600 baud '''7''' data bits and '''EVEN''' parity.

===RS-485 <-> Ethernet===

The meter's serial port is connected to the network with a Serial to ethernet adapter.
The manual is here: [[File:RocketPortSoloManual.pdf]]

The IP address is '''10.13.0.20'''. It should also be recorded on the [[Network]] page of this wiki.

There is a web interface for serial port configuration, but please don't monkey with it.
Changing the IP address is more tricky, see the manual above.

The adapter is software configurable for RS-232, RS-422 and RS-485. But be careful, the pinout is non-standard. Don't assume that you can re-use the cable that is attached to the adapter.

To connect to the meter's serial port, open a TCP socket on port 8000.

==The Serial Protocol==

The serial protocol is documented here: http://documents.ekmmetering.com/Meter_Communication_Parsing_Submeter_v3.pdf
Further discussion can be found on the EKM forums here: http://forum.ekmmetering.com/viewtopic.php?f=4&t=5

Here's an example of how to talk to this thing with ruby:

<pre>

class OmniMeter

attr_reader :raw, :time, :address, :total_kWh, :t1_kWh, :t2_kWh, :t3_kWh,
:voltage1, :voltage2, :voltage3,
:current1, :current2, :current3,
:power1, :power2, :power3, :total_power,
:cos1, :cos2, :cos3,
:t1_rev_kWh, :t2_rev_kWh, :t3_rev_kWh, :total_rev_kWh,
:max_demand, :crc

def initialize(connection)
@connection = connection
end

def update
@connection.write "/?000010000863\r\n"
@raw = @connection.read(255)

@crc = @raw[-2..-1].unpack('n').first

return false unless self.valid?

@address = @raw[4..15]
@total_kWh = @raw[16..23].to_f / 10
@t1_kWh = @raw[24..31].to_f / 10
@t2_kWh = @raw[32..39].to_f / 10
@t3_kWh = @raw[40..47].to_f / 10
@t4_kWh = @raw[48..57].to_f / 10
@total_rev_kWh = @raw[58..63].to_f / 10
@t1_rev_kWh = @raw[64..71].to_f / 10
@t2_rev_kWh = @raw[72..79].to_f / 10
@t3_rev_kWh = @raw[80..87].to_f / 10
@voltage1 = @raw[96..99].to_f / 10
@voltage2 = @raw[100..103].to_f / 10
@voltage3 = @raw[104..107].to_f / 10
@current1 = @raw[108..112].to_f / 10
@current2 = @raw[113..117].to_f / 10
@current3 = @raw[118..122].to_f / 10
@power1 = @raw[123..129].to_f
@power2 = @raw[130..136].to_f
@power3 = @raw[137..143].to_f
@total_power = @raw[144..150].to_f
@cos1 = @raw[151..154]
@cos2 = @raw[155..158]
@cos3 = @raw[159..162]
@max_demand = @raw[163..170].to_f / 10

date = @raw[172..177]
time = @raw[180..185]
@time = Time.strptime(date + time, '%y%m%d%H%M%S')

true
end

def get_hash
hsh = {}
[:time, :address, :total_kWh, :t1_kWh, :t2_kWh, :t3_kWh,
:voltage1, :voltage2, :voltage3,
:current1, :current2, :current3,
:power1, :power2, :power3, :total_power,
:cos1, :cos2, :cos3,
:t1_rev_kWh, :t2_rev_kWh, :t3_rev_kWh, :total_rev_kWh,
:max_demand, :crc
].each do |symbol|
hsh[symbol] = self.send(symbol)
end

hsh
end

def inspect
self.get_hash.inspect
end

def valid?
@crc == self.calc_crc16
end

def calc_crc16
crc = 0xFFFF
@raw[1..-3].each_byte do |b|
crc = ((crc >> 8) & 0xff) ^ CRC_LOOKUP[(crc ^ b) & 0xff]
end

swapped = ((crc << 8) | (crc >> 8)) & 0xFFFF
swapped & 0x7F7F
end

private

CRC_LOOKUP = [
0x0000, 0xC0C1, 0xC181, 0x0140, 0xC301, 0x03C0, 0x0280, 0xC241,
0xC601, 0x06C0, 0x0780, 0xC741, 0x0500, 0xC5C1, 0xC481, 0x0440,
0xCC01, 0x0CC0, 0x0D80, 0xCD41, 0x0F00, 0xCFC1, 0xCE81, 0x0E40,
0x0A00, 0xCAC1, 0xCB81, 0x0B40, 0xC901, 0x09C0, 0x0880, 0xC841,
0xD801, 0x18C0, 0x1980, 0xD941, 0x1B00, 0xDBC1, 0xDA81, 0x1A40,
0x1E00, 0xDEC1, 0xDF81, 0x1F40, 0xDD01, 0x1DC0, 0x1C80, 0xDC41,
0x1400, 0xD4C1, 0xD581, 0x1540, 0xD701, 0x17C0, 0x1680, 0xD641,
0xD201, 0x12C0, 0x1380, 0xD341, 0x1100, 0xD1C1, 0xD081, 0x1040,
0xF001, 0x30C0, 0x3180, 0xF141, 0x3300, 0xF3C1, 0xF281, 0x3240,
0x3600, 0xF6C1, 0xF781, 0x3740, 0xF501, 0x35C0, 0x3480, 0xF441,
0x3C00, 0xFCC1, 0xFD81, 0x3D40, 0xFF01, 0x3FC0, 0x3E80, 0xFE41,
0xFA01, 0x3AC0, 0x3B80, 0xFB41, 0x3900, 0xF9C1, 0xF881, 0x3840,
0x2800, 0xE8C1, 0xE981, 0x2940, 0xEB01, 0x2BC0, 0x2A80, 0xEA41,
0xEE01, 0x2EC0, 0x2F80, 0xEF41, 0x2D00, 0xEDC1, 0xEC81, 0x2C40,
0xE401, 0x24C0, 0x2580, 0xE541, 0x2700, 0xE7C1, 0xE681, 0x2640,
0x2200, 0xE2C1, 0xE381, 0x2340, 0xE101, 0x21C0, 0x2080, 0xE041,
0xA001, 0x60C0, 0x6180, 0xA141, 0x6300, 0xA3C1, 0xA281, 0x6240,
0x6600, 0xA6C1, 0xA781, 0x6740, 0xA501, 0x65C0, 0x6480, 0xA441,
0x6C00, 0xACC1, 0xAD81, 0x6D40, 0xAF01, 0x6FC0, 0x6E80, 0xAE41,
0xAA01, 0x6AC0, 0x6B80, 0xAB41, 0x6900, 0xA9C1, 0xA881, 0x6840,
0x7800, 0xB8C1, 0xB981, 0x7940, 0xBB01, 0x7BC0, 0x7A80, 0xBA41,
0xBE01, 0x7EC0, 0x7F80, 0xBF41, 0x7D00, 0xBDC1, 0xBC81, 0x7C40,
0xB401, 0x74C0, 0x7580, 0xB541, 0x7700, 0xB7C1, 0xB681, 0x7640,
0x7200, 0xB2C1, 0xB381, 0x7340, 0xB101, 0x71C0, 0x7080, 0xB041,
0x5000, 0x90C1, 0x9181, 0x5140, 0x9301, 0x53C0, 0x5280, 0x9241,
0x9601, 0x56C0, 0x5780, 0x9741, 0x5500, 0x95C1, 0x9481, 0x5440,
0x9C01, 0x5CC0, 0x5D80, 0x9D41, 0x5F00, 0x9FC1, 0x9E81, 0x5E40,
0x5A00, 0x9AC1, 0x9B81, 0x5B40, 0x9901, 0x59C0, 0x5880, 0x9841,
0x8801, 0x48C0, 0x4980, 0x8941, 0x4B00, 0x8BC1, 0x8A81, 0x4A40,
0x4E00, 0x8EC1, 0x8F81, 0x4F40, 0x8D01, 0x4DC0, 0x4C80, 0x8C41,
0x4400, 0x84C1, 0x8581, 0x4540, 0x8701, 0x47C0, 0x4680, 0x8641,
0x8201, 0x42C0, 0x4380, 0x8341, 0x4100, 0x81C1, 0x8081, 0x4040
]

end
</pre>

==Logging Script==

The logging script runs on the skynet.i3detroit.local server in the space.
It can be found at /home/ted/omnimeter/omnimeter_logger.rb and works like so:

# Script reads data from the meter
# Script parses data and writes a new document to the local CouchDB database at http://localhost:5984/power_meter
# The local CouchDB continually replicates itself to '''''the cloud''''' at: https://i3detroit.iriscouch.com:6984/power_meter
# Profit

==The Database==

The CouchDB database is world-readable at: https://i3detroit.iriscouch.com:6984/power_meter

Here are some example queries:

* The most recent meter reading: https://i3detroit.iriscouch.com:6984/power_meter/_design/readings/_view/time_sorted?limit=1&descending=true

* The most recent 10 meter readings: https://i3detroit.iriscouch.com:6984/power_meter/_design/readings/_view/time_sorted?limit=10&descending=true

Power Meter

2013-05-28T20:55:20Z

Kc8nod: add code example

The Power meter for our building measures the whole building, including B.Nektar. Installation of separate service for the two halves of the building is prohibitively expensive.
Thus we have installed our own meter at the big disconnect right by the door to B. Nektar, at the southwest corner of the space.

==The Meter==

The [http://www.ekmmetering.com/omnimeter OmniMeter] from [http://www.ekmmetering.com/ EKM Metering]

===RS-485 Interface===

The meter can be read and configured via a RS-485 interface on top of the box.
The serial protocol is documented here: http://documents.ekmmetering.com/Meter_Communication_Parsing_Submeter_v3.pdf

The port settings are unusual: 9600 baud '''7''' data bits and '''EVEN''' parity.

===RS-485 <-> Ethernet===

The meter's serial port is connected to the network with a Serial to ethernet adapter.
The manual is here: [[File:RocketPortSoloManual.pdf]]

The IP address is '''10.13.0.20'''. It should also be recorded on the [[Network]] page of this wiki.

There is a web interface for serial port configuration, but please don't monkey with it.
Changing the IP address is more tricky, see the manual above.

The adapter is software configurable for RS-232, RS-422 and RS-485. But be careful, the pinout is non-standard. Don't assume that you can re-use the cable that is attached to the adapter.

To connect to the meter's serial port, open a TCP socket on port 8000.

==The Protocol==

The serial protocol is documented here: http://documents.ekmmetering.com/Meter_Communication_Parsing_Submeter_v3.pdf
Further discussion can be found on the EKM forums here: http://forum.ekmmetering.com/viewtopic.php?f=4&t=5

Here's an example of how to talk to this thing with ruby:

<pre>

class OmniMeter

attr_reader :raw, :time, :address, :total_kWh, :t1_kWh, :t2_kWh, :t3_kWh,
:voltage1, :voltage2, :voltage3,
:current1, :current2, :current3,
:power1, :power2, :power3, :total_power,
:cos1, :cos2, :cos3,
:t1_rev_kWh, :t2_rev_kWh, :t3_rev_kWh, :total_rev_kWh,
:max_demand, :crc

def initialize(connection)
@connection = connection
end

def update
@connection.write "/?000010000863\r\n"
@raw = @connection.read(255)

@crc = @raw[-2..-1].unpack('n').first

return false unless self.valid?

@address = @raw[4..15]
@total_kWh = @raw[16..23].to_f / 10
@t1_kWh = @raw[24..31].to_f / 10
@t2_kWh = @raw[32..39].to_f / 10
@t3_kWh = @raw[40..47].to_f / 10
@t4_kWh = @raw[48..57].to_f / 10
@total_rev_kWh = @raw[58..63].to_f / 10
@t1_rev_kWh = @raw[64..71].to_f / 10
@t2_rev_kWh = @raw[72..79].to_f / 10
@t3_rev_kWh = @raw[80..87].to_f / 10
@voltage1 = @raw[96..99].to_f / 10
@voltage2 = @raw[100..103].to_f / 10
@voltage3 = @raw[104..107].to_f / 10
@current1 = @raw[108..112].to_f / 10
@current2 = @raw[113..117].to_f / 10
@current3 = @raw[118..122].to_f / 10
@power1 = @raw[123..129].to_f
@power2 = @raw[130..136].to_f
@power3 = @raw[137..143].to_f
@total_power = @raw[144..150].to_f
@cos1 = @raw[151..154]
@cos2 = @raw[155..158]
@cos3 = @raw[159..162]
@max_demand = @raw[163..170].to_f / 10

date = @raw[172..177]
time = @raw[180..185]
@time = Time.strptime(date + time, '%y%m%d%H%M%S')

true
end

def get_hash
hsh = {}
[:time, :address, :total_kWh, :t1_kWh, :t2_kWh, :t3_kWh,
:voltage1, :voltage2, :voltage3,
:current1, :current2, :current3,
:power1, :power2, :power3, :total_power,
:cos1, :cos2, :cos3,
:t1_rev_kWh, :t2_rev_kWh, :t3_rev_kWh, :total_rev_kWh,
:max_demand, :crc
].each do |symbol|
hsh[symbol] = self.send(symbol)
end

hsh
end

def inspect
self.get_hash.inspect
end

def valid?
@crc == self.calc_crc16
end

def calc_crc16
crc = 0xFFFF
@raw[1..-3].each_byte do |b|
crc = ((crc >> 8) & 0xff) ^ CRC_LOOKUP[(crc ^ b) & 0xff]
end

swapped = ((crc << 8) | (crc >> 8)) & 0xFFFF
swapped & 0x7F7F
end

private

CRC_LOOKUP = [
0x0000, 0xC0C1, 0xC181, 0x0140, 0xC301, 0x03C0, 0x0280, 0xC241,
0xC601, 0x06C0, 0x0780, 0xC741, 0x0500, 0xC5C1, 0xC481, 0x0440,
0xCC01, 0x0CC0, 0x0D80, 0xCD41, 0x0F00, 0xCFC1, 0xCE81, 0x0E40,
0x0A00, 0xCAC1, 0xCB81, 0x0B40, 0xC901, 0x09C0, 0x0880, 0xC841,
0xD801, 0x18C0, 0x1980, 0xD941, 0x1B00, 0xDBC1, 0xDA81, 0x1A40,
0x1E00, 0xDEC1, 0xDF81, 0x1F40, 0xDD01, 0x1DC0, 0x1C80, 0xDC41,
0x1400, 0xD4C1, 0xD581, 0x1540, 0xD701, 0x17C0, 0x1680, 0xD641,
0xD201, 0x12C0, 0x1380, 0xD341, 0x1100, 0xD1C1, 0xD081, 0x1040,
0xF001, 0x30C0, 0x3180, 0xF141, 0x3300, 0xF3C1, 0xF281, 0x3240,
0x3600, 0xF6C1, 0xF781, 0x3740, 0xF501, 0x35C0, 0x3480, 0xF441,
0x3C00, 0xFCC1, 0xFD81, 0x3D40, 0xFF01, 0x3FC0, 0x3E80, 0xFE41,
0xFA01, 0x3AC0, 0x3B80, 0xFB41, 0x3900, 0xF9C1, 0xF881, 0x3840,
0x2800, 0xE8C1, 0xE981, 0x2940, 0xEB01, 0x2BC0, 0x2A80, 0xEA41,
0xEE01, 0x2EC0, 0x2F80, 0xEF41, 0x2D00, 0xEDC1, 0xEC81, 0x2C40,
0xE401, 0x24C0, 0x2580, 0xE541, 0x2700, 0xE7C1, 0xE681, 0x2640,
0x2200, 0xE2C1, 0xE381, 0x2340, 0xE101, 0x21C0, 0x2080, 0xE041,
0xA001, 0x60C0, 0x6180, 0xA141, 0x6300, 0xA3C1, 0xA281, 0x6240,
0x6600, 0xA6C1, 0xA781, 0x6740, 0xA501, 0x65C0, 0x6480, 0xA441,
0x6C00, 0xACC1, 0xAD81, 0x6D40, 0xAF01, 0x6FC0, 0x6E80, 0xAE41,
0xAA01, 0x6AC0, 0x6B80, 0xAB41, 0x6900, 0xA9C1, 0xA881, 0x6840,
0x7800, 0xB8C1, 0xB981, 0x7940, 0xBB01, 0x7BC0, 0x7A80, 0xBA41,
0xBE01, 0x7EC0, 0x7F80, 0xBF41, 0x7D00, 0xBDC1, 0xBC81, 0x7C40,
0xB401, 0x74C0, 0x7580, 0xB541, 0x7700, 0xB7C1, 0xB681, 0x7640,
0x7200, 0xB2C1, 0xB381, 0x7340, 0xB101, 0x71C0, 0x7080, 0xB041,
0x5000, 0x90C1, 0x9181, 0x5140, 0x9301, 0x53C0, 0x5280, 0x9241,
0x9601, 0x56C0, 0x5780, 0x9741, 0x5500, 0x95C1, 0x9481, 0x5440,
0x9C01, 0x5CC0, 0x5D80, 0x9D41, 0x5F00, 0x9FC1, 0x9E81, 0x5E40,
0x5A00, 0x9AC1, 0x9B81, 0x5B40, 0x9901, 0x59C0, 0x5880, 0x9841,
0x8801, 0x48C0, 0x4980, 0x8941, 0x4B00, 0x8BC1, 0x8A81, 0x4A40,
0x4E00, 0x8EC1, 0x8F81, 0x4F40, 0x8D01, 0x4DC0, 0x4C80, 0x8C41,
0x4400, 0x84C1, 0x8581, 0x4540, 0x8701, 0x47C0, 0x4680, 0x8641,
0x8201, 0x42C0, 0x4380, 0x8341, 0x4100, 0x81C1, 0x8081, 0x4040
]

end
</pre>

User:Nbezanson

2013-05-23T19:50:39Z

Kc8nod:

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Projects:
* [[Balloon]]
** [[GPS receiver testing]]
* [[Spot-welder]] for battery-tab welding

My work schedule is somewhat random. I'll be in town for months, then traveling for weeks or months. So, you might not see me around the space for a while, and then I'll be there every day, and then I'll be scarce again. Some of our other members work for the same company...

Professional background:
* PDH/SONET transmission and cross-connect: T1, DS3, OCx. (STS-xC)
* Spent too much time with a T-Berd, not enough with a SunSet.
* Would be happy to teach you Bell System cable-lacing technique
* And wire-wrapping, the 25-pair color code, TP76300 workmanship
* Never terminated or spliced my own fiber, though. Would love to learn.
* Cellular back-end support: MTSO equipment, BTS equipment
* Know a little about CDMA, but just on the air and network, not handsets.
* Point-of-sale hardware, OPOS scanners/scales/printers
* Barcode scanners are a security problem, ask me why.
* Starting to learn my way around CANbus, but much is under NDA. :(

Hobby background:
* Electronics tinkering since I could hold a screwdriver
* Primary interest these days is barely-eye-safe LED flashlights
* Know a bit about a lot: Cars, audio, rocketry, batteries.
* Licensed as a ham, but never get on the air under Part 97.
* Part-15 though, now that's fun. Ask me about Ricochet.
* Am apparently a fairly accomplished solderer. Love to teach.

My space-related TODO / project queue:
* incorporate [[ToDo]] by reference
* Complete [[OtherEvents]] calendar gathering.
* Backup keypad and help with software
* convert [[HOWTO_use_the_Plotter|DesignJet 300]] to color (it's a firmware hack followed by recalibration, just need the right paper for the calibration routine, which may be a BS requirement)
* install limit switches on [[makerbot]]
* fix [[makerbot]]'s build platform heater power connector
* build far-IR flashlight and document on this wiki
* build XM-L flashlight and document on this wiki
* mod USB jack into Galaxy Tab and document on iFixit
* mount rack onto wheels and build network lab
* erect shelves in E-room
* reorganize and relabel and redocument E-room parts selection
* build another fold-down welding shield
* mount cable-grip on [[TigWelder]] power cord
* dissect Planar touchscreen PC and figure out USB pinout
* figure out LaserCut's origin issues, and lead a real class on the [[Laser Cutter]]
* reaper...

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I own the [[Genie]] and the [[Acer 1440G Lathe]]. And lots of stuff in the [[Electronics Room]].

=Roadside toolkit=
This is my scratchpad for tools and links that should be in the toolkit prepared for the Roadside Skills class.
* Tire pressure gauge
* Small compressor
* Tire patch kit (reamer, inserter, worms, rubber cement)
* Small locking pliers
* Needle-nose pliers
* Headlamp and batteries
* Gloves
* Fuse tester or multimeter
* Spare fuses
* Jumper cables

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User:Nbezanson

2013-05-23T19:46:39Z

Kc8nod:

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-----

= Introduction / Bio =

Hi! Name's Nathaniel Bezanson. Sometimes I go by Nate, but that's ambiguous.

Projects:
* [[Balloon]]
** [[GPS receiver testing]]
* [[Spot-welder]] for battery-tab welding

My work schedule is somewhat random. I'll be in town for months, then traveling for weeks or months. So, you might not see me around the space for a while, and then I'll be there every day, and then I'll be scarce again. Some of our other members work for the same company...

Professional background:
* PDH/SONET transmission and cross-connect: T1, DS3, OCx. (STS-xC)
* Spent too much time with a T-Berd, not enough with a SunSet.
* Would be happy to teach you Bell System cable-lacing technique
* And wire-wrapping, the 25-pair color code, TP76300 workmanship
* Never terminated or spliced my own fiber, though. Would love to learn.
* Cellular back-end support: MTSO equipment, BTS equipment
* Know a little about CDMA, but just on the air and network, not handsets.
* Point-of-sale hardware, OPOS scanners/scales/printers
* Barcode scanners are a security problem, ask me why.
* Starting to learn my way around CANbus, but much is under NDA. :(

Hobby background:
* Electronics tinkering since I could hold a screwdriver
* Primary interest these days is barely-eye-safe LED flashlights
* Know a bit about a lot: Cars, audio, rocketry, batteries.
* Licensed as a ham, but never get on the air under Part 97.
* Part-15 though, now that's fun. Ask me about Ricochet.
* Am apparently a fairly accomplished solderer. Love to teach.

My space-related TODO / project queue:
* incorporate [[ToDo]] by reference
* Complete [[OtherEvents]] calendar gathering.
* Backup keypad and help with software
* convert [[HOWTO_use_the_Plotter|DesignJet 300]] to color (it's a firmware hack followed by recalibration, just need the right paper for the calibration routine, which may be a BS requirement)
* install limit switches on [[makerbot]]
* fix [[makerbot]]'s build platform heater power connector
* build far-IR flashlight and document on this wiki
* build XM-L flashlight and document on this wiki
* mod USB jack into Galaxy Tab and document on iFixit
* mount rack onto wheels and build network lab
* erect shelves in E-room
* reorganize and relabel and redocument E-room parts selection
* build another fold-down welding shield
* mount cable-grip on [[TigWelder]] power cord
* dissect Planar touchscreen PC and figure out USB pinout
* figure out LaserCut's origin issues, and lead a real class on the [[Laser Cutter]]
* reaper...

=Stuff=

I own the [[Genie]] and the [[Acer 1440G Lathe]]. And lots of stuff in the [[Electronics Room]].

=Roadside toolkit=
This is my scratchpad for tools and links that should be in the toolkit prepared for the Roadside Skills class.
* Tire pressure gauge
* Small compressor
* Tire patch kit (reamer, inserter, worms, rubber cement)
* Small locking pliers
* Needle-nose pliers
* Headlamp and batteries
* Gloves
* Fuse tester or multimeter
* Spare fuses
* Jumper cables

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{{MeritBadge| AllNighter }}
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{{MeritBadge| CatHerder }}
{{MeritBadge| Event Host }}
{{MeritBadge| PowPowPowerwheels }}
{{MeritBadge| TourGuide }}

[[Category:Members]]

CatHerder

2013-05-23T19:42:42Z

Kc8nod: Created page with "This MeritBadge is earned when you have served as a board member or officer for i3detroit. {{MeritBadgeDefinition}}"

This MeritBadge is earned when you have served as a board member or officer for i3detroit.

{{MeritBadgeDefinition}}

VynilRevolution

2013-05-23T19:39:23Z

Kc8nod:

Earn this MeritBadge when you have learned to use the [[Vinyl_Cutter-US_Cutter_Refine_MH-720 | Vinyl Cutter]]

{{MeritBadgeDefinition}}

VynilRevolutionMartyr

2013-05-23T19:38:55Z

Kc8nod:

Earn this MeritBadge if you have had your vehicle "vandalized" by a "friend" with something hilarious made with the Vinyl Cutter.

{{MeritBadgeDefinition}}

VynilRevolutionMartyr

2013-05-23T19:38:33Z

Kc8nod: Created page with "Earn this MeritBadge if you have had your vehicle "vandalized" by a "friend" with something hilarious made with the Vinyl Cutter. {{MeritBadge}}"

Earn this MeritBadge if you have had your vehicle "vandalized" by a "friend" with something hilarious made with the Vinyl Cutter.

{{MeritBadge}}

VynilRevolution

2013-05-23T19:36:46Z

Kc8nod: Created page with "Earn this MeritBadge when you have learned to use the Vinyl Cutter {{MeritBadge}}"

Earn this MeritBadge when you have learned to use the [[Vinyl_Cutter-US_Cutter_Refine_MH-720 | Vinyl Cutter]]

{{MeritBadge}}

TenGotoTen

2013-05-23T19:30:18Z

Kc8nod: Created page with "Earn this MeritBadge when you write software that is part if the i3detroit infrastructure; website, building automation, twitterbot, etc. {{MeritBadgeDefinition}}"

Earn this MeritBadge when you write software that is part if the i3detroit infrastructure; website, building automation, twitterbot, etc.

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AllNighter

2013-05-23T19:22:52Z

Kc8nod: Created page with "Earn this MeritBadge when you are at the space from sunset to sunrise. {{MeritBadgeDefinition}}"

Earn this MeritBadge when you are at the space from sunset to sunrise.

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MeetThePress

2013-05-23T19:20:57Z

Kc8nod: Created page with "Earn this MeritBadge when you are quoted in the press about i3detroit or a related project. {{MeritBadgeDefinition}}"

Earn this MeritBadge when you are quoted in the press about i3detroit or a related project.

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BloggittyBlogBlog

2013-05-23T19:17:57Z

Kc8nod: Created page with "Earn this MeritBadge when you post your first article on the i3detroit blog. {{MeritBadgeDefinition}}"

Earn this MeritBadge when you post your first article on the i3detroit blog.

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TourGuide

2013-05-23T19:15:58Z

Kc8nod: Created page with "Earn this MeritBadge when you give a tour of i3detroit to a guest or visitor. {{MeritBadgeDefinition}}"

Earn this MeritBadge when you give a tour of i3detroit to a guest or visitor.

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User:JodyBug

2013-05-23T19:13:44Z

Kc8nod:

[[Category:Members]]

I has a page!

I should put info...

I can teach you:
TIG Welding
Juggling (yes, really)
How to be an I3 Detroit member (mentorship)
Change your tire
Project your voice REALLY LOUDLY
Other things!

Feel free to add stuff to this page!

{{ MeritBadge | Event Host }}

Event Host

2013-05-23T19:11:57Z

Kc8nod: Created page with "Earn this MeritBadge by hosting at least one event at i3detroit. {{MeritBadgeDefinition}}"

Earn this MeritBadge by hosting at least one event at i3detroit.

{{MeritBadgeDefinition}}

Embroidery Machine

2013-05-23T14:19:49Z

Kc8nod:

{{Equipment

| Name = BAS-416 Embroidery Machine

| Intro = Some text to describe the equipment goes here.
* You can use any wiki formatting that you wish:
* Like a bulleted list

| Owner = Brendan Scott

| StorageLocation = TBD

| MakeModel = BAS-416

| PartNumber =

| Documents = Link(s) to on-line documentation

| LooksLike = [[File:2013-05-22 11.13.59.jpg | thumb]]

| Rules =

Put the rules that govern the use of this tool here.
* Who is allowed to use it?
* Is there any traning required before use?

| Instructions =

You can write the instructions here. Or maybe add a link
to another page or the user's manual.

| OtherReferences =

Add links to any other sources that pertain to this equipment.

| MaintenanceInfo =

Does this thing need it's oil changed every 30 cycles?
People need to know!

| ToDos =

What problems does this thing have, or are there improvements that would make it better.

| FAQs =

A list of commonly asked questions

}}

File:2013-05-22 11.13.59.jpg

2013-05-23T14:16:43Z

Kc8nod:

Embroidery Machine

2013-05-23T13:48:42Z

Kc8nod: Created page with "{{Equipment | Name = BAS-416 Embroidery Machine | Intro = Some text to describe the equipment goes here. * You can use any wiki formatting that you wish: * Like a bulleted ..."

{{Equipment

| Name = BAS-416 Embroidery Machine

| Intro = Some text to describe the equipment goes here.
* You can use any wiki formatting that you wish:
* Like a bulleted list

| Owner = Brendon Scott

| StorageLocation = TBD

| MakeModel = BAS-416

| PartNumber =

| Documents = Link(s) to on-line documentation

| LooksLike = Link(s) to picture(s) of it

| Rules =

Put the rules that govern the use of this tool here.
* Who is allowed to use it?
* Is there any traning required before use?

| Instructions =

You can write the instructions here. Or maybe add a link
to another page or the user's manual.

| OtherReferences =

Add links to any other sources that pertain to this equipment.

| MaintenanceInfo =

Does this thing need it's oil changed every 30 cycles?
People need to know!

| ToDos =

What problems does this thing have, or are there improvements that would make it better.

| FAQs =

A list of commonly asked questions

}}

Power Meter

2013-05-22T18:15:24Z

Kc8nod: /* RS-485 Ethernet */

Power Meter

2013-05-22T17:28:27Z

Kc8nod: meter installed, still need to install and configure serial->ethernet

File:RocketPortSoloManual.pdf

2013-05-22T17:21:27Z

Kc8nod: Manual for the discontinued RocketPort Solo serial->ethernet converter.

Manual for the discontinued RocketPort Solo serial->ethernet converter.

Category:Networking

2013-05-20T17:40:57Z

Kc8nod: /* IP Addresses in use */

= Wireless Network =

The SSID is '''''i3''''' , there is no encryption, this is considered a feature (for the moment).

You may occasionally see an SSID of '''''3302''''' or '''''1216''''', these are the FIRST Robot control WLANs. They are completely isolated networks and are probably not very interesting to you.

= LAN Addresses =

Internally, we are using the 10.13.0.0/16 supernet. It should sidestep most VPN overlap problems, should we establish any connections to other locations. At present, we are only using one subnet of this: 10.13.0.0/24.

== Subnet: 10.13.0.0/24 ==

=== Static Hosts ===

If you have something that needs to be attached to the network at i3Detroit, a static IP address can be assigned to it. This is useful in cases where something like a printer or a tool needs to be on the network with a known address that doesn't change. Most member and guest laptops, however, do not need one of these.
 If you have something that needs a fixed address but can't be configured for one (for some reason), something known as a DHCP reservation can be applied. Please contact [[User:Jcbender|Joe B]] or Nate W to help you out with this.
 
If you can, please try to create a wiki page with information about the thing you just attached to the network, and link to that from the IP address listing here.
 

'''Static hosts use the following settings:'''

{|
|-
| IP address
| Take an unused address from the table below. Document which address you used. When in doubt, ping first.
|-
| Subnet mask
| 255.255.255.0
|-
| Default Gateway
| 10.13.0.1
|-
| DNS Server
| 10.13.0.1
|-
| DNS domain name
| i3detroit.local
|-
| Time / NTP server
| 10.13.0.1 or 10.13.0.5 (The LAN switch is also an NTP server)
|}

 

=== IP Addresses in use ===
{|
|-
! Address
! Host
! Description
! Admin(s)
|-
| 10.13.0.1
| pfsense
| The firewall and dhcp server. Not a toy. ''Nicht für gefingerpöken''
| [[User:Jcbender| JCBender]], Brad, [[User:Nate_lapt| NateW]], Ted and others.
|-
| 10.13.0.5
| [[i3switch01]]
| This is the Cisco 3750 Ethernet switch that drives i3! Not a toy. ''Nicht für gefingerpöken''
| [[User:Jcbender| JCBender]]
|-
| 10.13.0.6
| Cisco 1130 AP i3DetroitAP01
| This is primary access point for i3Detroit. Not a toy. ''Nicht für gefingerpöken''
| [[User:Jcbender| JCBender]]
|-
| 10.13.0.7
| Cisco 1130 i3DetroitAP02
| This is the office space access point for i3Detroit. Not a toy. ''Nicht für gefingerpöken''
| [[User:Jcbender| JCBender]]
|-
| 10.13.0.8
| Asterisk
| We make phone calls with this. ''Nicht für gefingerpöken''
Going Away
| [[User:Nate_lapt| Nate]].
|-
| 10.13.0.9
| Asterisk VM
| We make phone calls with this. ''Nicht für gefingerpöken''
| [[User:Nate_lapt| Nate]].
|-
| 10.13.0.10
| [[Wireless LAN Controller]]
| We do nifty wireless things with this. Not a toy. ''Nicht für gefingerpöken''
| [[User:Jcbender| JCBender]]
|-
| 10.13.0.11
| [[Wireless LAN Controller]] IP #2 (required)
| We do nifty wireless things with this. Not a toy. ''Nicht für gefingerpöken''
| [[User:Jcbender| JCBender]]
|-
| 10.13.0.13
| Camera Server - This can be re-purposed
| Big brother is watching you. ''Nicht für gefingerpöken''
| [[User:Jcbender| JCBender]]
|-
| 10.13.0.14
| Cisco 1130 i3DetroitAP03
| This is the back-of-shop access point for i3Detroit. Not a toy. ''Nicht für gefingerpöken''
| [[User:Jcbender| JCBender]]
|-
| 10.13.0.15
| i3Debian - Skynet
| "The Debian Box" General-purpose sandbox. Not to be considered reliable or mission-critical
Going away!!
| Ted, [[User:Nate_lapt| NateW]], Eric, ToasterDan, Ross
|-
| 10.13.0.16
| ESXI
| VMWare ESXI
| [[User:Nate_lapt| NateW]]
|-
| 10.13.0.17
| Skynet - VM
| "The Ubuntu Box" Runs the Twitter internal scripts
| Ted, [[User:Nate_lapt| NateW]], Matt O
|-
| 10.13.0.20
| [[Power Meter]]
| Ethernet<->RS485 adapter for the power meter
| Ted
|-
| 10.13.0.30
| OpenAccess Control 3.0
| New (still future) [[RFID entry system]]
| Evan Allen
|-
| 10.13.0.40
| [[i3Switch02]]
| i3 Second managed Ethernet switch in rack
| [[User:Jcbender| JCBender]]
|-
| 10.13.0.50
| Plotter
| [[HOWTO use the Plotter|The HP DesignJet 300 ]]
| Roger, Rocco?
|-
| 10.13.0.51
| Laserjet-5si
| [[HOWTO_use_the_Laserjet_5si|Laserjet 5si]] MX printer in the "print shop" area
| Rocco
|-
| 10.13.0.53
| Color LaserJet 4650n
| [[HOWTO_use_the_Laserjet_4650n|Color Laserjet 4650]]n printer in the "print shop" area
| [[User:Surferdudemi| RogerS]]
|-
| 10.13.0.54
| Color LaserJet 4650dn
| [[HOWTO_use_the_Laserjet_4650dn|Color Laserjet 4650]]dn printer in the "print shop" area
| [[User:Surferdudemi| RogerS]]
|-
| 10.13.0.62
| CLP-620ND
| Big color laser printer
| Nate B
|-
| 10.13.0.75
| Project 1
| A super-secret project
| [[User:Surferdudemi| RogerS]]
|-
| 10.13.0.76
| Project 2
| Another super-secret project
| [[User:Surferdudemi| RogerS]]
|-
| 10.13.0.90
| First-Cam
| The Axis 206 network camera over the FIRST corner.
| Ted, [[User:Jcbender| JCBender]]
|-
| 10.13.0.91
| Polycom-ATA
| Cisco ATA-186 VOIP adapter for the Polycom conference phone. ''Nicht für gefingerpöken''
| [[User:Jcbender| JCBender]], [[User:Nate_lapt| NateW]]
|-
| 10.13.0.99
| printer
| [[HOWTO_Use_the_Laserjet_6P|Laserjet 6p]] in the rack.
| NateB
|-
| 10.13.0.100-245
| DHCP RANGE
| This is the DHCP range handed out by the firewall. Reservations possible
|}

= DNS =

The default DNS domain handed out for DHCP clients is i3detroit.local. If you have statically assigned a IP to something, and you want its hostname to be in DNS as your_hostname.i3detroit.local, we can add it to the local server. Post a request on the mailing list to have that taken care of.

= FAQ =

Q: Can we open a port in the firewall for my XYZ server?

:A: Probably not. The upstream bandwidth at the space is rather poor. You are welcome to suggest it, but be prepared to meet with significant resistance from your fellow members. Alternately, many of the members have COLO space that they might be willing to share. Make a proposal on the mailing list and turn on the charm.

Q: Let's get some better bandwidth at the space!

:A: We now have 15mbit down, 2 up from WideOpenWest. If [[The Joke That Never Gets Old|that's not enough pipe for you]], we don't know what to say.

Q: whérε dö ì ƒìñd ┼Hε wâΓεz åñd ┼HΣ p┌Ωn?

:A: Kid, you are up past your bedtime.

[[Category:Facility Information]]

HOWTO Get a receipt for donations

2013-04-02T23:35:50Z

Kc8nod: add category

* Donations to i3 Detroit are tax deductible! Before you can get a receipt, we need to know the value of your donation.

* Under IRS guidelines, donations fall under two categories: Cash or Property.

* For determining the value of a donation, cash is pretty easy - it’s just the actual amount of money that you’re donating.

* If you’re donating property, meet with the Zone Warden of whatever zone the equipment is going to. The Zone Warden will evaluate the donation, figure out if it’s something we actually want in the space, and determine its value. If it’s general equipment that doesn't really fall under any zone, then talk to the Board of Directors, and they can determine the value.

* Once the value of the donation has been determined, email the Treasurer (treasurer@i3detroit.com) with donor’s name, description of donation, value amount of donation, and the date of the donation. If donor wishes to receive receipt via U.S. Mail, provide mailing address. If donor wishes to receive receipt via email, provide email address. If donor wishes to receive receipt in person at i3 Detroit, no address is needed.

* The Treasurer will then write a receipt of donation, sign it, and return it to the donor. The receipt of donation is then recorded in the “donation log” maintained by the Treasurer.

* The Treasurer is the only person authorized to sign receipts for donations, so please don't go around writing up your own receipts. That can lead to problems with the IRS, and nobody wants that.

[[Category:HOWTO]]

Printerbot

2013-02-22T00:10:28Z

Kc8nod: Redirected page to Printrbot

#REDIRECT [[Printrbot]]

Printerbot

2013-02-22T00:07:52Z

Kc8nod:

#REDIRECT Printrbot

Printerbot

2013-02-22T00:06:56Z

Kc8nod: Created page with "#redirect Printrbot"

#redirect Printrbot

Front Door Control Panel

2013-02-19T15:05:30Z

Kc8nod:

This control panel houses wiring for the various building sensors and whatnot.

In the future it will contain the OpenAccess controller.

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|-
| 2 || +12v || +12v || +12v || +12v
|-
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[[Category:Facility Information]]

Front Door Control Panel

2013-02-19T15:00:31Z

Kc8nod: Created page with "This control panel houses wiring for the various building sensors and whatnot. In the future it will contain the OpenAccess controller. {| class="wikitable" |- | 1 || gnd ..."

ToDo

2012-11-24T21:14:03Z

Kc8nod:

Welcome to the Potlock to do list, please pick a task and put your name in the column. (any questions? contact Dustin White dustinbikes@gmail.com)

Need supplies? Toss 'em on the [[ShoppingList]] and maybe somebody will check that page from their phone next time they're at the store.

{| cellspacing="1" cellpadding="1" border="1"
|-
! Task
! Next Action
! Volunteer?
! Approx Cost of materials
|-
| Clean and sweep under graveyard area
|
|
|
|-
| Rearrange phone buttons so they're accurately labeled
| This is a firmware change, I just need to figure out which one it is.
| Nate W
| $0
|-
| Make "how to transfer calls, etc" cheatsheet for each phone
| Figure that out!
|
| $0
|-
|make vinyl "propaganda signs"
|sayings about keeping the place clean and such
|
|
|-
|make stencil on lasercutter
|sayings "SWEEP If you can't read this" spraypaint on woodshop floor
|
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|-
|install seals around garage door
|
|
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|-
|mount dust collector switches
| Second switch needs ran next to the chopsaw!
| Greg installed magnet on Saw switch may be ok
| G donated Magnet
|-
|sweep and vaccum
|
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|
|-
|get audio system up and running
|run wire from speakers back to backboard <- Whats this mean, who do I ask?
|
|terminal strips already in e-room bin
|-
|mount and wire security cameras
|
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|install automatic drain on air compressor
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|organize above window lumber storage areas
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|organize scrap lumber under chop saw
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|Chain link fence cage for dust collector
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|add Cowl to furnaces
|aim into metal shop, aim at west side of shop.
|
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|Forklift repair
|Repair ignition switch
|
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|Replace twitterbot camera
|
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|purge graveyard
|
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|manage scrap metal near welding
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|cyclone fence around kilm
|
|Terry W
|$150
|-
|assemble last set of orange shelves
|the ends arnt the same, either welding together or drilling and bolting
|Nate W
|
|-
|find home for injection molders
| ?? - current home u no like?
|
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|find new home for paint
|
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|cleanup and revamp hardware land
|
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|fix sandblasters
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|build shelf on sw metal shop wall for storage of materials
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|rubber shroud for dust collector
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|have nick take home lights, juki, and jointer
|
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|go through wood stock and dispose of unusable
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|build a workbench area for laser cutter
|
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|build 3 lockable money boxes
| one done 2 to go
| Greg Smith
| 12.82
|-
|build tool holder for vinyl area
|
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|find a solution to have am aux jack at commons table for audio
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|organize cleaning cabinet
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|setup scanner/copier/blog station
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|return little busted ass laser to AHA
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|build cart for large power supplies
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|clean the hell out of craft room
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|move rack into kitchen for extra pop
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|clean kitchen and mop floor
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|buy 3 drawer thingy for kitchen
|buy untensils and bowls for kitchen from dollar tree
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|hang shop light over table saw
|buy shop light for two 4ft T8 bulbs
|
|$20
|-
|mount pegboard box on NW user storage end cap
|box is clamped in place, needs permanent fastening
|
|$0, supplies on hand
|-
|Build wood shop machine cart
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|Install Casters on Wood Shop router table
|Admire how nice it is
|Greg Smith
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|Move Drill Press to Wood Shop
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|Make "I don't know where this goes" boxes for each main area
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|Add dust cover to south side of freestanding member storage
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|Move SandBlast Station and supplies to East Wall between Welding Zone and Overhead Door
|
|Jim Kemp
|$0
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| Bolt the machine shop bench to the North wall
|
| Ted
| $0
|-

[[Category:Organization Information]][[Category:Reference Data]]

Meeting Minutes 20121120

2012-11-19T16:13:30Z

Kc8nod: Created page with "'''i3Detroit Meeting; November 20, 2012''' '''Chair: ''' ''Start: '' '''Attendees''' '''Agenda''' Category:Meeting Minutes"

'''i3Detroit Meeting; November 20, 2012'''

'''Chair: '''

''Start: ''

'''Attendees'''

'''Agenda'''

[[Category:Meeting Minutes]]

RobotKnifeFight

2012-08-09T22:00:25Z

Kc8nod:

==What is it?==

It's a game where rival programmers compete by writing fiendish strategies for simple robots.
The bots and the field are open-source and are cheap enough that you could make your own!

==Where can I get the source and design files?==

[http://github.com/kc8nod/RobotKnifeFight http://github.com/kc8nod/RobotKnifeFight]

==Any Pictures?==

There a bit of video here: [http://www.detroitnews.com/article/20120527/OPINION03/205270309 http://www.detroitnews.com/article/20120527/OPINION03/205270309]

Here's a picture of a chassis, before the electronics and weapons are added.

[[File:2012-02-02 00-13-18 502.jpg]]

[[Category:Projects]][[Category:Member Projects]][[Category:Active Projects]]

Powerwheels Racer

2012-07-17T20:56:13Z

Kc8nod:

[[File:Ppprs_2011.jpg|600px]]

i3detroit venerable black jeep "Triple Threat" will be competing in the [http://powerracingseries.org/ Power Racing Series] at the [http://makerfaire.com/detroit/2012/ 2012 Detroit Maker Faire].

Look for car number 3 to dominate.
[[Category:Projects]][[Category:Group Projects]][[Category:Completed Projects]]

File:Ppprs 2011.jpg

2012-07-17T20:48:53Z

Kc8nod: Karen's glorious come-from-behind finish at the 2011 Detroit Maker Faire Powerwheels race

Karen's glorious come-from-behind finish at the 2011 Detroit Maker Faire Powerwheels race

Tent

2012-06-15T13:46:13Z

Kc8nod: created

{{Equipment

| Name = Tent

| Intro =
* Easy-up style tent.
* 10' x 10'

| Owner = donated to i3detroit

| StorageLocation = Tucked in the southeast corner by the rollup door.

| MakeModel =

| PartNumber =

| Documents =

| LooksLike =

| Rules =

* It may be taken off-site. (what else would it be for?)
* Announce on the mailing list when you plan to take it, and when it will be returned.
* If conflicts arise, preference should be given to i3 group events and projects.

| Instructions =

Be gentle when erecting or collapsing the tent. It's easy to end up bending some of the thinner aluminum elements. It is *much* easier to do with 4 people.

If the fabric parts are carefully folded, then it's easy to fit them all back in the bag.

If you just wad up the fabric bits and try to brute-force them back in the bag, they'll never fit.

| OtherReferences =

| MaintenanceInfo =

There are 3 sides and a roof. Make sure all of the parts are in the bag when it is returned.

| ToDos =

Some of the bent pieces could be replaced.
Probably could use a good wash.

| FAQs =

}}

Telescope

2012-06-08T20:51:25Z

Kc8nod:

{{Equipment

| Name = Newtonian Telescope

| Intro = tbd

| Owner = Mario Corsetti

| StorageLocation = Tucked way up on one of the top shelves of the member storage.

| MakeModel = unknown

| PartNumber = unknown

| Documents = unknown

| LooksLike = tbd

| Rules =

Available for members to use.

| Instructions = tbd

| OtherReferences = tbd

| MaintenanceInfo = Do your best to shield it from dust when you put it away.

| ToDos = This telescope is a bit of an orphan right now. Volunteers are sought to properly set up the telescope or even just document it properly.

| FAQs = tbd
}}

Telescope

2012-06-08T20:50:36Z

Kc8nod: created

{{Equipment

| Name = Newtonian Telescope

| Intro = Some text to describe the equipment goes here.
* You can use any wiki formatting that you wish:
* Like a bulleted list

| Owner = Mario Corsetti

| StorageLocation = Tucked way up on one of the top shelves of the member storage.

| MakeModel = unknown

| PartNumber = unknown

| Documents = unknown

| LooksLike = tbd

| Rules =

Available for members to use.

| Instructions = tbd

| OtherReferences = tbd

| MaintenanceInfo = Do your best to shield it from dust when you put it away.

| ToDos = This telescope is a bit of an orphan right now. Volunteers are sought to properly set up the telescope or even just document it properly.

| FAQs = tbd
}}

In the Media

2012-05-29T13:53:25Z

Kc8nod: /* 2012 */

= 2012 =
*2012-01-04 - Real Detroit Weekly - http://www.realdetroitweekly.com/detroit/stage-and-canvas/Content?oid=1520279 "A festive gift from Spilt Sugar"
*2012-02-29 - Real Detroit Weekly - http://www.realdetroitweekly.com/detroit/best-arts/Content?oid=1540461 - Kristine and Cheryl both named Best of Detroit!
*2012-03-12 - Yahoo News / PRWeb - http://m.yahoo.com/w/news_america/maker-faire-detroit-returns-henry-ford-july-28-100303810.html - "back by popular demand, some Faire favorites, including ... i3 Detroit Hackerspace and Handmade Detroit"
*2012-04-05 - The Detroit News - http://www.detroitnews.com/article/20120405/ENT01/204050327 "Exhibit a mash-up of DIY aesthetic and unconventional visual artistry"
*2012-05-27 - The Detroit News - http://www.detroitnews.com/article/20120527/OPINION03/205270309 Video clip of Robot Knife Fight at the Detroit Night Market

= 2011 =

*2011-02-21 - Detroit Moxie - [http://www.detroitmoxie.com/home/2011/2/21/hackerspaces-the-community-centers-of-the-future.html Hackerspaces: The Community Centers of the Future]
*2011-02-22 - Girls In Tech Detroit - [http://www.girlsintechdet.com/girls-in-tech-detroit-presents-a-special-tweetea-at-i3detroit/ Girls In Tech Detroit Presents a Special Tweetea at i3Detroit]
*2011-03-13 - The Detroit News - [http://www.detnews.com/article/20110313/METRO/103130307/Detroit-%E2%80%98hacker-space%E2%80%99-an-outlet-for-would-be-inventors Detroit 'hacker space' outlet for would-be inventors] Talks about OCD and i3.
*2011-04-28 - BoingBoing - http://boingboing.net/2011/04/28/the-chronotune-detro.html
*2011-04-29 - Hackaday.com - http://hackaday.com/2011/04/29/chonotune-listen-to-radio-by-year-not-by-frequency/
*2011-04-29 - Rogue Robotics - http://www.roguerobotics.com/chronotune-listen-to-music-over-the-years-and-into-the-future
*2011-05-11 - Popular Mechanics - http://www.popularmechanics.com/technology/engineering/gonzo/red-bulls-creation-contest-finalists-video-5724972
*2011-05-20 - xconomy.com - http://www.xconomy.com/detroit/2011/05/20/get-your-hack-on-detroit-geeks-make-finals-of-national-hacker-contest-in-new-york/
*2011-06-07 - CBS Detroit.com - http://detroit.cbslocal.com/2011/06/06/ferndale-hackerspace-makes-red-bull-creation-finals/
*2011-06-08 - MAKE: Live - http://blog.makezine.com/archive/2011/06/make-live-60811-hackerspace-roadshow-video.html
*2011-06-23 - PR Newswire - http://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/coming-this-summer-innovation-to-blow-your-mind-124430363.html - RB Creation generic
*2011-06-29 - WXYZ - http://www.wxyz.com/dpp/news/science_tech/local-inventors-create-time-traveling-radio
*2011-07-05 - WDET - http://www.wdetfm.org/shows/craig-fahle-show/episode/i3detroit/ part of http://www.wdetfm.org/shows/craig-fahle-show/episode/craig-fahle-show-podcast-7-5-11/ - Nick talks about making science accessible to kids
*2011-07-12 - PSFK - http://www.psfk.com/2011/07/red-bull-creation-project-roundup-pics.html
*2011-07-13 - MAKE Blog - http://blog.makezine.com/archive/2011/07/hackerspace-happenings-red-bull-creation-challenge-concludes.html Talks about 1.21G, but features our video!
*2011-07-14 - PC World - http://www.pcworld.com/article/235402/red_bull_creation_72_hours_to_build_a_crazy_contraption.html "Personally I thought i3Detroit’s build was the most impressive."
*2011-07-19 - Marketwire - http://www.marketwire.com/press-release/new-cast-makers-will-converge-on-the-henry-ford-maker-faire-detroit-2011-july-30-31-1539431.htm
*2011-07-24 - Crain's Detroit - http://www.crainsdetroit.com/article/20110724/FREE/307249986/capitalist-tools-coming-techshop-to-open-diy-fabrication-studio - Nick quoted, i3 mentioned at end and in sidebar.
*2011-07-28 - Free Press - http://www.freep.com/article/20110728/ENT05/107280305/Maker-Faire-Henry-Ford-celebrates-artists-inventors-do-yourselfers - afterparty mentioned in sidebar
*2011-07-30 - Free Press - http://www.freep.com/article/20110730/NEWS02/110730020/1001/news
*2011-??-?? - ElectricScooterParts.com - http://electricscooterparts.com/madewithourparts.html The 2010 Powerwheels car
*2011-07-30 - Detroit News - http://multimedia.detnews.com/pix/photogalleries/newsgallery/MarkersFaire/index1.html
*2011-07-31 - MLive - http://www.mlive.com/news/detroit/index.ssf/2011/07/maker_faire_detroit_power_whee.html - "Power Racing Series presented by i3Detroit"
*2011-08-02 - Press & Guide (Dearborn, Mich. Newspaper) - http://www.pressandguide.com/articles/2011/08/02/news/doc4e38318f7a869362862910.txt - "Maker Faire Recap"
*2011-08-03 - Novi Patch - http://novi.patch.com/articles/novi-resident-shares-quadcopter-at-maker-faire - "Eric's QuadCopter"
*2011-08-03 - Dangerous Prototypes - http://dangerousprototypes.com/2011/08/02/maker-faire-detroit-hackerspaces/ - "Detroit Hackerspaces at Maker Faire"
*2011-08-11 - Sparkfun - http://www.sparkfun.com/news/681 "You guys are a top-notch hacker space!"
*2011-10-27 - The Detroit Hub - http://blog.thedetroithub.com/2011/10/27/i3-detroit-hack-space-merges-art-and-tech/ - "I3 Detroit hack space merges art and tech" Matt Oehrlein, Nate Bezanson, Nate Warnick quoted
*2011-12-01 - MAKE Blog - http://youtu.be/xcHMYvuPYGs "Workspace for Michigan Makers: i3 Detroit"
*2011-12-19 - AIGA Detroit - http://detroit.aiga.org/discussion/2011/12/with_our_grease.cfm - "i3 Detroit: Exploring the balance between technology, art and culture" Matt Oehrlein mentioned

=2010=

* 2010-03-04 - MetroMode - [http://www.metromodemedia.com/devnews/i3detroitroyaloakferndale0153.aspx / i3 Detroit looks for new, bigger space for growth] - wacky "national nonprofit" stuff, writer Jon Zemke
* 2010-03-09 - BoingBoing - [http://boingboing.net/2010/03/09/stop-robot-piracy-i3.html/ i3 Detroit Hackerspace fundraiser]
* 2010-03-20 - Absolute Michigan - [http://www.absolutemichigan.com/dig/michigan/maker-faire-detroit-from-motor-city-to-maker-city/ From Motor City to Maker City]
* 2010-04-01 - MetroMode - [http://www.metromodemedia.com/features/metrodetroithackerspace0168.aspx / Hacking Metro Detroit]
* 2010-06-28 - MetroMode - [http://www.metromodemedia.com/oaklandcounty/innovationnews/i3detroitferndale0167.aspx / i3 Detroit moves to larger space in Ferndale]
* 2010-07-01 - Detroit Make it Here - [http://www.detroitmakeithere.com/article/20100701/DM01/100709995&Template/ Faire Market]
* 2010-07-13 - Click on Detroit - [http://www.clickondetroit.com/family/24246161/detail.html Local Workshop Unveils Duct Tape Statue]
* 2010-07-16 - The Detroit News - [http://www.detnews.com/article/20100716/ENT01/7160321/1033/ent01/PBS-celebrity--Red-Green--on-tour--to-help-raise-funds/ PBS celebrity 'Red Green' on tour to help raise funds]
* 2010-07-17 - Make Blog - [http://blog.makezine.com/archive/2010/07/hackers_build_giant_red_green_statu.html/ Hackers build giant Red Green statue, channel Rick Astley]
* 2010-07-28 - MetroMode - [http://www.metromodemedia.com/features/makerfairedetroit0172.aspx Destination: Do It Yourself] - Nick on Red Green, Matt on growler organ, good piece! writer Amy Kuras
* 2010-07-29 - XConomy - [http://www.xconomy.com/detroit/2010/07/29/maker-faire-taps-into-detroit%e2%80%99s-sense-of-mission-history-as-city-of-tinkerers-and-yes-entrepreneurs/ Maker Faire taps into Detroit's sense of mission, history as city of tinkerers and, yes, entrepreneurs]
* 2010-07-29 - Detroit Free Press - [http://www.freep.com/article/20100729/ENT05/7290305 Maker Faire puts the spotlight on creativity]
* 2010-07-29 - Detroit News - [http://www.detnews.com/article/20100729/ENT05/7290308/Maker-Faire-shows-off-wild-creations Maker Faire shows off wild creations]
* 2010-07-29 - Chicago Tribune - [http://www.chicagotribune.com/news/chi-ap-mi-makerfairedetroit,0,776373.story 'Maker Faire Detroit' contraptions bonanza sets up] - doesn't mention i3Detroit by name, but talks about "a skeeball machine made from parts including spare lumber and PVC pipe."
* 2010-07-30 - Core77 [http://www.core77.com/blog/events/maker_faire_detroit_is_here_17052.asp Maker Faire Detroit is here]
* 2010-07-30 - Time Magazine's Detroit Blog [http://detroit.blogs.time.com/2010/07/30/unfiltered-nick-britsky-on-must-sees-at-maker-faire/ Unfiltered: Nick Britsky on Must-Sees at Maker Faire]
* 2010-08-01 - AutoBlog [http://www.autoblog.com/2010/08/01/maker-faire-detroit-2010-power-racing-series-as-grassroots-as/ Maker Faire Detroit 2010 Power Racing Series, as grassroots as it gets [w/Video]]
* 2010-08-02 - XConomy - [http://www.xconomy.com/detroit/2010/08/02/hackerspaces-at-maker-faire-show-and-tell-how-to-build-a-better-detroit/ Hackerspaces at Maker Faire show and tell how to build a better Detroit]
* 2010-08-03 - The Detroit Hub - [http://blog.thedetroithub.com/2010/08/03/maker-faire-makes-new-sounds-in-motown/ Maker Faire makes new sounds in Motown]
* 2010-08-04 - The New York Times - [http://www.nytimes.com/slideshow/2010/08/04/arts/design/04maker-ss-6.html Artists Making it in Detroit] Not mentioned by name, but a photo of Amy on our Power Wheels car
* 2010-09-16 - Element 14 - [http://www.element-14.com/community/blogs/pdp7/2010/09/16/hackerspaces-join-one-or-start-one Hackerspaces: Join One or Start One!]
* 2010-12-08 - Metromix - [http://detroit.metromix.com/events/photogallery/detroit-urban-craft-fair/2349675/content Detroit Urban Craft Fair] Just photos. We're 36, 37, and 38. The DUCF cupcake is 66, 67.

=2009=

* 2009-08-30 - Ann Arbor Chronicle - [http://annarborchronicle.com/2009/08/30/ann-arbor-minimaker-faire-draws-1000/ Ann Arbor MiniMaker Faire Draws 1,000+]
* 2009-09-15 - CoolThings.com - [http://www.coolthings.com/bristlebot-with-controllable-directions-plus-giant-bristlebot/ BristleBot With Controllable Directions, Plus Giant Bristlebot]
* 2009-09-18 - Metro Detroit Blogs - [http://metro.dh5tv.org/diy-enthusiasts-come-to-royal-oak-with-hacker-space DIY Enthusiasts come to royal oak with hacker space]
* 2009-09-24 - metromode - [http://www.metromodemedia.com/devnews/i3detroitroyaloak0134.aspx i3 Detroit creative center opens in downtown Royal Oak] - wacky "more like a locker" and "national nonprofit" stuff, writer Jon Zemke
* 2009-09-27 - Observer & Eccentric - [http://www.hometownlife.com/article/20090927/LIFE/909270322/1113/Fill+your+closet+with+Stiletto+Fetish+footwear IMAGINE INNOVATE INSPIRE]
* 2009-09-29 - I-Detroit - [http://www.i-detroit.com/i3-detroit-provides-us-with-our-first-hackerspace/ i3 Detroit Provides Us With Our First Hackerspace]
* 2009-09-30 - Daily Tribune [http://www.dailytribune.com/articles/2009/09/30/news/srv0000006517015.txt Briefs - New co-op hosts open house]
* 2009-09-30 - Make blog - [http://blog.makezine.com/archive/2009/09/this_week_in_maker_events_1.html This week in Maker events - i3 Detroit Open House and Party]
* 2009-10-01 - Metro Times - [http://www.mlive.com/entertainment/detroit/index.ssf/2009/10/best_of_metro_times_calendar_3.html Best of Metro Times calendar - Weekend Preview - i3 Detroit Grand Opening party]
* 2009-10-02 - Web Worker Daily - [http://webworkerdaily.com/2009/10/02/hackerspace-i3-detroit-to-hold-grand-opening-tomorrow/ “Hackerspace” i3 Detroit to Hold Grand Opening Tomorrow]

RobotKnifeFight

2012-04-18T20:14:56Z

Kc8nod: Created page with "File:2012-02-02 00-13-18 502.jpg Category:Projects"

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[[Category:Projects]]

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2012-04-18T20:12:18Z

Kc8nod: RobotKnifeFight frame version 1.4

RobotKnifeFight frame version 1.4

User:Kc8nod

2012-01-18T23:12:44Z

Kc8nod:

Ted Hansen

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Sketchup to LaserCut

2012-01-13T17:07:07Z

Kc8nod: created

# Install the ''DXF or STL export'' plug in for Google Sketchup. You can download it here: http://www.guitar-list.com/download-software/convert-sketchup-skp-files-dxf-or-stl
# Draw your design in Sketchup.
# Use the [http://support.google.com/sketchup/bin/answer.py?hl=en&answer=94992 Section Plane Tool] to select which 2D slice you want to export.
# Select the section plane that you just created, it should be highlighted in blue.
# In the ''Tools'' menu, choose ''Export to DXF or STL''
# You should see a dialog box labeled ''Export Units''. Choose ''millimeters''.
# You should see a dialog box labeled ''Export to DXF options''. Choose ''lines''.
# Choose a name for your newly created DXF file.
# Import the DXF file into LaserCut. ''File'' -> ''Import''
# Enjoy!

[[Category:HOWTO]]

AB's Laser Cutter

2012-01-13T16:50:47Z

Kc8nod: Reformatting and link to sketchup howto

{{Equipment
| Name = THE BIG RED LASER CUTTER
| Owner = 100% AB Garcia 

| StorageLocation = FabLab

| MakeModel = Jinan XYZ Machinery LLC, model XJ1280

| PartNumber = NEEDS UPDATING

| LooksLike =

| Documents =
Inside the cutter, a [http://www.leetro.com/english/sale/20.html Leetro MPC6515 control board] coordinates the motors and laser firing. Its [http://www.leetro.com/english/down/MPC6515%20%20Manual.pdf documentation] is freely downloadable.

The software is [http://www.leetro.com/english/sale/35.html LaserCut 5.3] (though Help/About says 5.1), whose [http://www.leetro.com/english/down/LaserCut5.3%20Manual%20V1.6.pdf engrish manual]] is awful.

So much grief has arisen from the awful state of the documentation and software, that an entire [http://www.chineselasersupportforum.com/phpBB3/index.php Chinese laser support forum] has arisen for the hapless owners of these machines help each other.

| Instructions =

#Design your parts.  You will need access to vector graphics software to do this.
#Find an operator.  To lower the risk of damaging the laser cutter, you must work with an operator to cut your parts.  You can get in touch with the operators by sending an email to the laser cutter operator mailing list (i3detroit-laser@googlegroups.com).
#Schedule a time to meet at i3 with your operator.
#Cut your parts.
#Pay for your time on the cutter ($10 / hour of active cutting time).

| FAQs =

'''How much does it cost to use the laser cutter?'''

$10 per hour of laser cutting time.  This does not mean $10 per hour of standing near the machine; rather, $10 per hour of time displayed on the laser cutter's digital read-out.  This timer is only active while the laser is cutting and its motors are moving.  For many cuts, the laser is only active for a few minutes, meaning to laser-cut a project part you will often pay less than a dollar.

'''Why do I have to pay to use the laser cutter?'''

The laser cutter's consumable parts are generally not expensive, such as the lens and distilled water.  The CO2 laser tubes, however, are $900 to $1,000 each.  The laser cutter has a built-in timer to track how long the cutter has been in operation.  This makes it simple for us to collect a fair amount of money - you pay for what you use - to eventually replace these expensive consumables.  In other shops, laser cutter usage time could be five or ten times more expensive.

'''Why do I have to work with an operator to cut parts?'''

The operator has received training with using the chiller, the exhaust system, and what to do in case of an emergency.  The purpose of the laser cutter operator is to prevent damage to the machine and to prevent '''you '''from being liable in case anything happens.  If you use the laser cutter without an operator, you lose all protection from liability and could be on the hook for thousands of dollars to replace what you break.

| Rules =

* Operation of the laser cutter must be done under the supervision of one of the trained operators.

* Do not cut or etch any of the banned materials listed below.

| OtherReferences =

[[ Sketchup_to_LaserCut ]] - How to import a Google Sketchup design into the LaserCut software.

}}

== Operators ==
{| width="50%" border="2" cellpadding="1" cellspacing="1"
|-
! scope="col" | Operator Name
! scope="col" | Trained By
|-
| AB Garcia
| Owns the laser
|-
| Nate Bezanson
| AB
|-
| Dustin White
| AB
|-
| Brian Wennberg
| AB
|-
| Matt Arnold
| NateB and Dustin
|-
| Dave Worsey (pending)
| NateB and ???
|-
| Rocco ?
| Fill me in!
|-
|Brad Dahlhofer
|Dustin W/Nate B
|}

== Materials ==
The laser cutter can cut or etch a wide variety of materials.  However some are not possible to cut with our current set-up, and other materials are dangerous - they release fumes that damage humans or the laser cutter itself.

The laser can only etch some materials; it will not be able to cut through them.  See the materials list for more.

The key thing is not to try to cut:

#Any metals
#Any materials that contain glue (such as plywood)
#Any plastics or other materials that contain chlorine or vinyl

Seriously, do not cut any of the banned materials.

*[http://www.buildlog.net/blog/2010/07/laser-cut-vinyl-record-bad-idea/ Cutting vinyl: bad idea!]
*[http://www.cnczone.com/forums/laser_engraving_cutting_machines/56833-co2_laser_pvc_cutting.html Cutting PVC, Lexan, polycarbonates: bad idea!]

'''You are responsible for knowing exactly what your material is before you try to cut it.'''

'''Do not cut any materials marked as BANNED in the list below.  You would be liable for expensive damage to the machine or worse - you may release toxic fumes that could easily harm or kill!  ''' 

===Materials List===

{| cellspacing="1" cellpadding="1" border="1" align="center" width="770" style=""
|-
! scope="col" | Material
! scope="col" | Cut?
! scope="col" | Etch?
! scope="col" | Power
! scope="col" | Speed
|-
| Acrylic
| Yes
| Yes
| 
| 
|-
| Glass
| No 
| Yes 
| 
| 
|-
| Coated Metals
| No 
| Yes 
| 
| 
|-
| Ceramic
| No 
| Yes 
| 
| 
|-
| Cloth 
| Yes 
| Yes 
| 
| 
|-
| Delrin
| Yes 
| Yes 
| 
| 
|-
| Leather
| Yes 
| Yes 
| 
| 
|-
| BANNED - Lexan
| No
| No
|
|
|-
| BANNED - Human flesh (yes, this has come up)
| No
| No
|
|
|-
| Marble
| No 
| Yes 
| 
| 
|-
| Matte Board
| Yes 
| Yes 
| 
| 
|-
| Melamine
| Yes 
| Yes 
| 
| 
|-
| Model Foam 
| Yes 
| Yes 
| 
| 
|-
| Paper 
| Yes 
| Yes 
| 
| 
|-
| Plexiglass
| Yes
| Yes
|
|
|-
| Mylar 
| Yes 
| Yes 
| 
| 
|-
| Painted Metals 
| No 
| Yes 
| 
| 
|-
| BANNED - Particle board 
| No 
| No 
| 
| 
|-
| BANNED - Plywood 
| No 
| No 
| 
| 
|-
| BANNED - Polycarbonate plastics of any kind 
| No 
| No 
| 
| 
|-
| BANNED - PVC of any kind 
| No 
| No 
| 
| 
|-
| Rubber 
| Yes 
| Yes 
| 
| 
|-
| Tile 
| No 
| Yes 
| 
| 
|-
| Wood, veneer 
| Yes 
| Yes 
| 
| 
|-
| Wood, natural 
| Yes 
| Yes 
| 
| 
|}

===Cutting Parts on the Laser Cutter===

When cutting parts on the laser, you will use the software to set the cutting speed and power.  If we have cut the material you are using before, you can refer to the power and speed recommendations in the table above.  Otherwise - experiment!  Bring some scrap material to do test cuts on until you find a cut you are satisfied with.  After that, record your power and speed settings in the table above. 

In general:

*Lower speeds allow for lower cutting power, which saves life on the laser tube.
*Lower speeds cut a wider "kerf" (thickness of cut) through the material.
*At higher speeds the cut is faster but requires higher power, which uses up the laser tube faster.
*High power on wood and paper may cause some discoloration near the cuts (browning color from burned material).

OBD Code Reader

2012-01-06T16:06:49Z

Kc8nod: created

{{Equipment
| Name = Centech OBDII code reader
| Intro = Usually, when the "Check Engine" light comes on in my car I fix it by covering it with a piece of electrical tape. But if the tape keeps falling off, you can use the code reader to determine what your car is complaining about.
| Owner = Ted
| StorageLocation = There is a white storage bin on the shelf in the tool crib labeled "Automotive Tools". The code reader should be in there inside its black nylon case along with the cables.
| MakeModel = Centech Somethingorother. It's the $80 one from Harbor Freight
| PartNumber =
| Documents =
| LooksLike = [[File:Codereader.jpg]]
| Rules = Should remain at i3 unless you get specific permission from the owner.
| Instructions =
| MaintenanceInfo = Change the battery once in a while.
| FAQs = http://www.obd-codes.com/faq/
}}

File:Codereader.jpg

2012-01-06T15:55:46Z

Kc8nod:

Breaker Panels

2012-01-04T02:14:26Z

Kc8nod:

'''Office Subpanel on South Wall of Shop Area'''

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(Service from 100A breaker above main disconnect, next to water heater)

(Federal Pacific, use NA-NI or NC-NI breakers)

{| cellspacing="1" cellpadding="1" border="1"
|-
! Location
! Second Pole
! Amperes
! Description
! Notes
|-
| 1a
| N/A
| 15
| Office plugs middle
| Sheathed cable into joist above office
|-
| 1b
| N/A
| 20
| Office plugs east
| Sheathed cable into joist above office
|-
| 2
| N/A
| 20
| Tree House
| Through pipe in floor
|-
| 3
| N/A
| 15
| Office lights and emergency exit
| Sheathed cable into joist above office
|-
| 4
| N/A
| 20
| Tree House
| Through pipe in floor
|-
| 5
| N/A
| 15
| Office lights middle
| Sheathed cable into joist above office
|-
| 6,8
| N/A
| 20
| Bathroom office heat/fan
| Sheathed cable into joist above office
|-
| 7
| N/A
| 15
| Shop lights (mid-east)
| Leftmost of two switches left of breaker panel, to mid-east junction box
|-
| 9
| N/A
| 15
| Shop lights over commons tables (near-east)
| Lower switch left of breaker panel, to near-east junction box
|-
| 10
| N/A
| 20
| Office lights and plugs
| Lights overhead door emergency exit (into office wall left of breaker panel)
|-
| 11
| N/A
| 15
| Shop lights (far-east)
| Rightmost of two switches left of breaker panel, to mid-east junction box
|-
| 12
| N/A
| 20
| Shop plugs east wall
| Through pipe in floor, power for IT components over front door
|-
| 13
| N/A
| 15
| North shop furnaces
| To near-east junction box
|-
| 14, 16
| 18, 20
| 40
| Rooftop AC and heat
| To east loft, including roof
|-
| 15
| N/A
| 15
| Plug for drop cord to commons tables
| To near-east junction box
|-
| 17
| N/A
| 15
| Theater spotlights (south outlet)
| To near-east junction box
|-
| 19
| N/A
| 15
| Not used, wire still in far-east shop-light conduit.
| To mid-east junction box
|-
| 21a
| N/A
| 15
| South-east shop furnace
| To mid-east junction box
|-
| 21b
| N/A
| 20
| Office plugs east
| To west loft (upper pipe)
|-
| 22a
| N/A
| 15
| Outlet left of breaker panel
| IT server rack power
|-
| 22b
| N/A
| 20
|
| To east loft, including roof
|-
| 23a
| N/A
| 20
|
| To west loft (upper pipe)
|-
| 23b
| N/A
| 20
| Theater spotlights (north outlet)
| To near-east junction box
|-
| 24
| N/A
| 20
| Office lights and plugs
| To west loft (lower pipe)
|}

 

'''Panel in SW Corner of Shop Area''' 
(Pushmatic Electri-Center)

{| cellspacing="1" cellpadding="1" border="1"
|-
! Location
! Second Pole
! Amperes
! Description
! Notes
|-
| 1
| 2
| 100
| Main
|
|-
| 3
| N/A
| 20
| Plug next to Utilatub, switch to SW roof vent
|
|-
| 4
| N/A
| 20
| Shop fans (leave on so pipes don't freeze)
|
|-
| 5
| N/A
| 15
| Rear shop lights and overhead power cord near utilitub
| No light switch
|-
| 6
| N/A
| 20
| Not used
|
|-
| 7
| N/A
| 20
| Emergency lights, night lights
|
|-
| 8
| N/A
| 20
| West shop lights
| No light switch
|-
| 9
| N/A
| 20
| Plug on shop wall next to broom rack
|
|-
| 10
| N/A
| 20
| West shop lights
| No light switch
|-
| 11
| N/A
| N/A
| Spare
| No breaker installed
|-
| 12
| N/A
| N/A
| Spare
| No breaker installed
|-
| 13
| 14
| 60
| Subpanel in rear shop
|
|}

 

'''Subpanel in NW Corner of Shop Area''' 
(Resembles Pushmatic Electri-Center)

{| cellspacing="1" cellpadding="1" border="1"
|-
! Location
! Second Pole
! Amperes
! Description
! Notes
|-
| 1
| N/A
| N/A
| Spare
| No breaker installed
|-
| 2
| N/A
| N/A
| Spare
| No breaker installed
|-
| 3
| N/A
| 20
| Plugs on west wall
|
|-
| 4
| N/A
| 20
| Plugs on north wall
|
|-
| 5a
| N/A
| 20
| Plugs on north wall, metalshop drop cord
|
|-
| 5b
| N/A
| 20
| Plugs on east wall
| Breaker suspected bad, load moved to 7
|-
| 6
| N/A
| 20
| Plugs on west wall
| Six southernmost plugs on west wall
|-
| 7
| N/A
| 20
|
|
|-
| 8a
| N/A
| 20
| Lights in NE rear
|
|-
| 8b
| N/A
| 20
| Plugs on NE wall
|
|-
| 9
| 10
| 20
| Roof exhaust fans
|
|-
| 11
| N/A
| 20
| Roof exhaust next to beam
|
|-
| 12
| N/A
| 20
| Plugs north by door NE
| Outlets under north wall clock
|}

Vinyl Cutter-US Cutter Refine MH-720

2011-11-19T18:51:05Z

Kc8nod:

{{Equipment
| Name = Purple Black Vinyl Cutter
| Owner = 100% Nick Briksy
| Instructions =
#Design your sticker,sign, or shirt.  You will need access to vector graphics software to do this. (Illustrator, Coral Draw, Inkscape,or SK1)
#Cut your vinyl.
#Pay for the vinyl you cut ($1 per linear Foot sign vinyl and $2.50 per linear foot for shirt vinyl).
#Weed and apply transfer paper or apply to shirt with heat press. 
}}

{| width="50%" border="2" cellpadding="1" cellspacing="1"
|-
! scope="col" | Operator Name
! scope="col" | Skill
|-
| Rocco Marras
| Vinyl Guru
| Zone Warden
|-
| Nate Warnick
| ok
|-
| Dustin White
| pretty good
|-
| Bacon
| The leader of the Vinyl Revolution
|-
| Fireman Dave
| Master Vinyl Cutter
|-
|}

AB's Laser Cutter

2011-11-19T18:45:10Z

Kc8nod:

{{Equipment
| Name = THE BIG RED LASER CUTTER
| Owner = 100% AB Garcia 

| StorageLocation = FabLab

| MakeModel = NEEDS UPDATING

| PartNumber = NEEDS UPDATING

| LooksLike =
}}
===Documentation===
No link yet :(

==How to Use the Laser Cutter ==

To use the laser cutter:

#Design your parts.  You will need access to vector graphics software to do this.
#Find an operator.  To lower the risk of damaging the laser cutter, you must work with an operator to cut your parts.  You can get in touch with the operators by sending an email to the laser cutter operator mailing list (i3detroit-laser@googlegroups.com).
#Schedule a time to meet at i3 with your operator.
#Cut your parts.
#Pay for your time on the cutter ($10 / hour of active cutting time).
 
{| width="50%" border="2" cellpadding="1" cellspacing="1"
|-
! scope="col" | Operator Name
! scope="col" | Trained By
|-
| AB Garcia
| Owns the laser
|-
| Nate Bezanson
| AB
|-
|Dustin White
|AB
|-
| Brian Wennberg
| AB
|-
| other operator
| must appear above
|}

===Cutting Materials: Safe vs. Dangerous===
The laser cutter can cut or etch a wide variety of materials.  However some are not possible to cut with our current set-up, and other materials are dangerous - they release fumes that damage humans or the laser cutter itself.

The laser can only etch some materials; it will not be able to cut through them.  See the materials list for more.

The key thing is not to try to cut:

#Any metals
#Any materials that contain glue (such as plywood)
#Any plastics or other materials that contain chlorine or vinyl
 
Seriously, do not cut any of the banned materials.

*[http://www.buildlog.net/blog/2010/07/laser-cut-vinyl-record-bad-idea/ Cutting vinyl: bad idea!]
*[http://www.cnczone.com/forums/laser_engraving_cutting_machines/56833-co2_laser_pvc_cutting.html Cutting PVC, Lexan, polycarbonates: bad idea!]

'''You are responsible for knowing exactly what your material is before you try to cut it.'''

'''Do not cut any materials marked as BANNED in the list below.  You would be liable for expensive damage to the machine or worse - you may release toxic fumes that could easily harm or kill!  ''' 

====Materials List====

{| cellspacing="1" cellpadding="1" border="1" align="center" width="770" style=""
|-
! scope="col" | Material
! scope="col" | Cut?
! scope="col" | Etch?
! scope="col" | Power
! scope="col" | Speed
|-
| Acrylic
| Yes
| Yes
| 
| 
|-
| Glass
| No 
| Yes 
| 
| 
|-
| Coated Metals
| No 
| Yes 
| 
| 
|-
| Ceramic
| No 
| Yes 
| 
| 
|-
| Cloth 
| Yes 
| Yes 
| 
| 
|-
| Delrin
| Yes 
| Yes 
| 
| 
|-
| Leather
| Yes 
| Yes 
| 
| 
|-
| BANNED - Lexan
| No
| No
|
|
|-
| BANNED - Human flesh (yes, this has come up)
| No
| No
|
|
|-
| Marble
| No 
| Yes 
| 
| 
|-
| Matte Board
| Yes 
| Yes 
| 
| 
|-
| Melamine
| Yes 
| Yes 
| 
| 
|-
| Model Foam 
| Yes 
| Yes 
| 
| 
|-
| Paper 
| Yes 
| Yes 
| 
| 
|-
| Plexiglass
| Yes
| Yes
|
|
|-
| Mylar 
| Yes 
| Yes 
| 
| 
|-
| Painted Metals 
| No 
| Yes 
| 
| 
|-
| BANNED - Particle board 
| No 
| No 
| 
| 
|-
| BANNED - Plywood 
| No 
| No 
| 
| 
|-
| BANNED - Polycarbonate plastics of any kind 
| No 
| No 
| 
| 
|-
| BANNED - PVC of any kind 
| No 
| No 
| 
| 
|-
| Rubber 
| Yes 
| Yes 
| 
| 
|-
| Tile 
| No 
| Yes 
| 
| 
|-
| Wood, veneer 
| Yes 
| Yes 
| 
| 
|-
| Wood, natural 
| Yes 
| Yes 
| 
| 
|}

===Cutting Parts on the Laser Cutter===

When cutting parts on the laser, you will use the software to set the cutting speed and power.  If we have cut the material you are using before, you can refer to the power and speed recommendations in the table above.  Otherwise - experiment!  Bring some scrap material to do test cuts on until you find a cut you are satisfied with.  After that, record your power and speed settings in the table above. 

In general:

*Lower speeds allow for lower cutting power, which saves life on the laser tube.
*Lower speeds cut a wider "kerf" (thickness of cut) through the material.
*At higher speeds the cut is faster but requires higher power, which uses up the laser tube faster.
*High power on wood and paper may cause some discoloration near the cuts (browning color from burned material).

===FAQ===

'''How much does it cost to use the laser cutter?''' $10 per hour of laser cutting time.  This does not mean $10 per hour of standing near the machine; rather, $10 per hour of time displayed on the laser cutter's digital read-out.  This timer is only active while the laser is cutting and its motors are moving.  For many cuts, the laser is only active for a few minutes, meaning to laser-cut a project part you will often pay less than a dollar.

'''Why do I have to pay to use the laser cutter?'''

The laser cutter's consumable parts are generally not expensive, such as the lens and distilled water.  The CO2 laser tubes, however, are $900 to $1,000 each.  The laser cutter has a built-in timer to track how long the cutter has been in operation.  This makes it simple for us to collect a fair amount of money - you pay for what you use - to eventually replace these expensive consumables.  In other shops, laser cutter usage time could be five or ten times more expensive.

'''Why do I have to work with an operator to cut parts?'''

The operator has received training with using the chiller, the exhaust system, and what to do in case of an emergency.  The purpose of the laser cutter operator is to prevent damage to the machine and to prevent '''you '''from being liable in case anything happens.  If you use the laser cutter without an operator, you lose all protection from liability and could be on the hook for thousands of dollars to replace what you break.

AB's Laser Cutter

2011-11-19T18:44:34Z

Kc8nod:

{{Equipment
==The Big Red Laser Cutter==
| Owner = 100% AB Garcia 

| StorageLocation = FabLab

| MakeModel = NEEDS UPDATING

| PartNumber = NEEDS UPDATING

| LooksLike =
}}
===Documentation===
No link yet :(

==How to Use the Laser Cutter ==

To use the laser cutter:

#Design your parts.  You will need access to vector graphics software to do this.
#Find an operator.  To lower the risk of damaging the laser cutter, you must work with an operator to cut your parts.  You can get in touch with the operators by sending an email to the laser cutter operator mailing list (i3detroit-laser@googlegroups.com).
#Schedule a time to meet at i3 with your operator.
#Cut your parts.
#Pay for your time on the cutter ($10 / hour of active cutting time).
 
{| width="50%" border="2" cellpadding="1" cellspacing="1"
|-
! scope="col" | Operator Name
! scope="col" | Trained By
|-
| AB Garcia
| Owns the laser
|-
| Nate Bezanson
| AB
|-
|Dustin White
|AB
|-
| Brian Wennberg
| AB
|-
| other operator
| must appear above
|}

===Cutting Materials: Safe vs. Dangerous===
The laser cutter can cut or etch a wide variety of materials.  However some are not possible to cut with our current set-up, and other materials are dangerous - they release fumes that damage humans or the laser cutter itself.

The laser can only etch some materials; it will not be able to cut through them.  See the materials list for more.

The key thing is not to try to cut:

#Any metals
#Any materials that contain glue (such as plywood)
#Any plastics or other materials that contain chlorine or vinyl
 
Seriously, do not cut any of the banned materials.

*[http://www.buildlog.net/blog/2010/07/laser-cut-vinyl-record-bad-idea/ Cutting vinyl: bad idea!]
*[http://www.cnczone.com/forums/laser_engraving_cutting_machines/56833-co2_laser_pvc_cutting.html Cutting PVC, Lexan, polycarbonates: bad idea!]

'''You are responsible for knowing exactly what your material is before you try to cut it.'''

'''Do not cut any materials marked as BANNED in the list below.  You would be liable for expensive damage to the machine or worse - you may release toxic fumes that could easily harm or kill!  ''' 

====Materials List====

{| cellspacing="1" cellpadding="1" border="1" align="center" width="770" style=""
|-
! scope="col" | Material
! scope="col" | Cut?
! scope="col" | Etch?
! scope="col" | Power
! scope="col" | Speed
|-
| Acrylic
| Yes
| Yes
| 
| 
|-
| Glass
| No 
| Yes 
| 
| 
|-
| Coated Metals
| No 
| Yes 
| 
| 
|-
| Ceramic
| No 
| Yes 
| 
| 
|-
| Cloth 
| Yes 
| Yes 
| 
| 
|-
| Delrin
| Yes 
| Yes 
| 
| 
|-
| Leather
| Yes 
| Yes 
| 
| 
|-
| BANNED - Lexan
| No
| No
|
|
|-
| BANNED - Human flesh (yes, this has come up)
| No
| No
|
|
|-
| Marble
| No 
| Yes 
| 
| 
|-
| Matte Board
| Yes 
| Yes 
| 
| 
|-
| Melamine
| Yes 
| Yes 
| 
| 
|-
| Model Foam 
| Yes 
| Yes 
| 
| 
|-
| Paper 
| Yes 
| Yes 
| 
| 
|-
| Plexiglass
| Yes
| Yes
|
|
|-
| Mylar 
| Yes 
| Yes 
| 
| 
|-
| Painted Metals 
| No 
| Yes 
| 
| 
|-
| BANNED - Particle board 
| No 
| No 
| 
| 
|-
| BANNED - Plywood 
| No 
| No 
| 
| 
|-
| BANNED - Polycarbonate plastics of any kind 
| No 
| No 
| 
| 
|-
| BANNED - PVC of any kind 
| No 
| No 
| 
| 
|-
| Rubber 
| Yes 
| Yes 
| 
| 
|-
| Tile 
| No 
| Yes 
| 
| 
|-
| Wood, veneer 
| Yes 
| Yes 
| 
| 
|-
| Wood, natural 
| Yes 
| Yes 
| 
| 
|}

===Cutting Parts on the Laser Cutter===

When cutting parts on the laser, you will use the software to set the cutting speed and power.  If we have cut the material you are using before, you can refer to the power and speed recommendations in the table above.  Otherwise - experiment!  Bring some scrap material to do test cuts on until you find a cut you are satisfied with.  After that, record your power and speed settings in the table above. 

In general:

*Lower speeds allow for lower cutting power, which saves life on the laser tube.
*Lower speeds cut a wider "kerf" (thickness of cut) through the material.
*At higher speeds the cut is faster but requires higher power, which uses up the laser tube faster.
*High power on wood and paper may cause some discoloration near the cuts (browning color from burned material).

===FAQ===

'''How much does it cost to use the laser cutter?''' $10 per hour of laser cutting time.  This does not mean $10 per hour of standing near the machine; rather, $10 per hour of time displayed on the laser cutter's digital read-out.  This timer is only active while the laser is cutting and its motors are moving.  For many cuts, the laser is only active for a few minutes, meaning to laser-cut a project part you will often pay less than a dollar.

'''Why do I have to pay to use the laser cutter?'''

The laser cutter's consumable parts are generally not expensive, such as the lens and distilled water.  The CO2 laser tubes, however, are $900 to $1,000 each.  The laser cutter has a built-in timer to track how long the cutter has been in operation.  This makes it simple for us to collect a fair amount of money - you pay for what you use - to eventually replace these expensive consumables.  In other shops, laser cutter usage time could be five or ten times more expensive.

'''Why do I have to work with an operator to cut parts?'''

The operator has received training with using the chiller, the exhaust system, and what to do in case of an emergency.  The purpose of the laser cutter operator is to prevent damage to the machine and to prevent '''you '''from being liable in case anything happens.  If you use the laser cutter without an operator, you lose all protection from liability and could be on the hook for thousands of dollars to replace what you break.

Network

2011-11-07T03:36:04Z

Kc8nod: /* IP Addresses in use */

[[Category:Networking]]
[[Category:Operations]]

= Wireless Network =

The SSID is '''''i3''''' , there is no encryption, this is considered a feature (for the moment).

You may occasionally see an SSID of '''''3302''''' or '''''1216''''', these are the FIRST Robot control WLANs. They are completely isolated networks and are probably not very interesting to you.

= LAN Addresses =

Internally, we are using the 10.13.0.0/16 supernet. It should sidestep most VPN overlap problems, should we establish any connections to other locations. At present, we are only using one subnet of this: 10.13.0.0/24.

== Subnet: 10.13.0.0/24 ==

=== Static Hosts ===

If you have something that needs to be attached to the network at i3Detroit, a static IP address can be assigned to it. This is useful in cases where something like a printer or a tool needs to be on the network with a known address that doesn't change. Most member and guest laptops, however, do not need one of these.
 If you have something that needs a fixed address but can't be configured for one (for some reason), something known as a DHCP reservation can be applied. Please contact [[User:Jcbender|Joe B]] or Nate W to help you out with this.
 
If you can, please try to create a wiki page with information about the thing you just attached to the network, and link to that from the IP address listing here.
 

'''Static hosts use the following settings:'''

{|
|-
| IP address
| Take an unused address from the table below. Document which address you used. When in doubt, ping first.
|-
| Subnet mask
| 255.255.255.0
|-
| Default Gateway
| 10.13.0.1
|-
| DNS Server
| 10.13.0.1
|-
| DNS domain name
| i3detroit.local
|-
| Time / NTP server
| 10.13.0.1 or 10.13.0.5 (The LAN switch is also an NTP server)
|}

 

=== IP Addresses in use ===
{|
|-
! Address
! Host
! Description
! Admin(s)
|-
| 10.13.0.1
| pfsense
| The firewall and dhcp server. Not a toy. ''Nicht für gefingerpöken''
| [[User:Jcbender| JCBender]], Brad, Nate2, Ted and others.
|-
| 10.13.0.2
| i3-twitter-cam
| The dlink camera over the front door. Used for the twitterbot.
| Nate1, Nate2
|-
| 10.13.0.3
| wifi-AP
| linksys running ddwrt above door.
| Nate2
|-
| 10.13.0.4
| Wireless-AP
| DD-WRT access point. ''Nicht für gefingerpöken''
| Nate, Nate2, [[User:Jcbender| JCBender]]
|-
| 10.13.0.5
| [[i3switch01]]
| This is the Cisco 3750 Ethernet switch that drives i3! Not a toy. ''Nicht für gefingerpöken''
| [[User:Jcbender| JCBender]]
|-
| 10.13.0.6
| Cisco 1130 AP i3DetroitAP01
| This is primary access point for i3Detroit. Not a toy. ''Nicht für gefingerpöken''
| [[User:Jcbender| JCBender]]
|-
| 10.13.0.7
| Cisco 1130 i3DetroitAP02
| This is the office space access point for i3Detroit. Not a toy. ''Nicht für gefingerpöken''
| [[User:Jcbender| JCBender]]
|-
| 10.13.0.8
| Asterisk
| We make phone calls with this. ''Nicht für gefingerpöken''
| Nate2.
|-
| 10.13.0.10
| [[Wireless LAN Controller]]
| We do nifty wireless things with this. Not a toy. ''Nicht für gefingerpöken''
| [[User:Jcbender| JCBender]]
|-
| 10.13.0.11
| [[Wireless LAN Controller]] IP #2 (required)
| We do nifty wireless things with this. Not a toy. ''Nicht für gefingerpöken''
| [[User:Jcbender| JCBender]]
|-
| 10.13.0.13
| Camera Server
| Big brother is watching you. ''Nicht für gefingerpöken''
| [[User:Jcbender| JCBender]]
|-
| 10.13.0.14
| Cisco 1130 i3DetroitAP03
| This is the back-of-shop access point for i3Detroit. Not a toy. ''Nicht für gefingerpöken''
| [[User:Jcbender| JCBender]]
|-
| 10.13.0.15
| i3Debian
| "The Debian Box" General-purpose sandbox. Not to be considered reliable or mission-critical
| Ted, Nate2, Eric, ToasterDan, Ross
|-
| 10.13.0.16
| tbd
| "the virtualization machine" currently under construction
| Rocco
|-
| 10.13.0.27
| Mobile Podcast Recorder
| This is the mini computer mounted on the mobile podcast studio used for streaming and recording podcasts and shoutcast shows
| Bill
|-
| 10.13.0.40
| [[i3Switch02]]
| i3 Second managed Ethernet switch in rack
| [[User:Jcbender| JCBender]]
|-
| 10.13.0.50
| Plotter
| [[HOWTO use the Plotter|The HP DesignJet 300 ]]
| Roger, Rocco?
|-
| 10.13.0.51
| Laserjet-5si
| [[HOWTO_use_the_Laserjet_5si|Laserjet 5si]] MX printer in the "print shop" area
| Rocco
|-
| 10.13.0.90
| First-Cam
| The Axis 206 network camera over the FIRST corner.
| Ted, [[User:Jcbender| JCBender]]
|-
| 10.13.0.91
| Polycom-ATA
| Cisco ATA-186 VOIP adapter for the Polycom conference phone. ''Nicht für gefingerpöken''
| [[User:Jcbender| JCBender]], Nate2
|-
| 10.13.0.99
| printer
| [[HOWTO_Use_the_Laserjet_6P|Laserjet 6p]] in the rack.
| Nate1
|-
| 10.13.0.100-245
| DHCP RANGE
| This is the DHCP range handed out by the firewall. Reservations possible
|-
| 10.13.0.214
| Xbox
| Xbox in the rack.
| Nate2, Brad
|}

= DNS =

The default DNS domain handed out for DHCP clients is i3detroit.local. If you have statically assigned a IP to something, and you want its hostname to be in DNS as your_hostname.i3detroit.local, we can add it to the local server. Post a request on the mailing list to have that taken care of.

= FAQ =

Q: Can we open a port in the firewall for my XYZ server?

:A: Probably not. The upstream bandwidth at the space is rather poor. You are welcome to suggest it, but be prepared to meet with significant resistance from your fellow members. Alternately, many of the members have COLO space that they might be willing to share. Make a proposal on the mailing list and turn on the charm.

Q: Let's get some better bandwidth at the space!

:A: We now have 15mbit down, 2 up from WideOpenWest. If [[The Joke That Never Gets Old|that's not enough pipe for you]], we don't know what to say.

Q: whérε dö ì ƒìñd ┼Hε wâΓεz åñd ┼HΣ p┌Ωn?

:A: Kid, you are up past your bedtime.

ToDo

2011-11-02T01:14:49Z

Kc8nod:

NEW TASKS, as of October 2011

All this planning got you hungry? Head on over to the [[Potlock Menu Planning|Foodie Page]] to get your feast planning on. Volunteer to bring your favorite dishes and show off your amazing culinary skills!

{| cellspacing="1" cellpadding="1" border="1"
|-
! Task
! Next Action
! Volunteer?
|-
| Repair kitchen door hinge.
|
|
|-
| Clear Genie-width path to member storage
|
|
|-
| Construct and affix dry-erase marker holders to every whiteboard
|
|
|-
| Collect, test, and sort all dry-erase markers and populate above holders.
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| Purchase another few dozen Sharpies and put "i3" heatshrink bands on them like the last batch.
| See Nathaniel B for the right size heatshrink. Costco usually has a good price on the Sharpies themselves.
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| Mount monitor on/near rack, for admin KVM usage
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| Consolidate adhesives/solvents/cleaners/etc and label each location with pointers to the other locations
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| Bring blue bins down from attic and wash them all
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| [[User:Matt|Matt O]]
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| Fridge cleanout
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| [[User:Matt|Matt O]]
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| Affix QR codes to every tool with a wiki page
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| Cover roof openings, consider snow-melt drainage in your design
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| Level concrete near rack
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| Joe
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| Garage-door concrete
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| Winterization stuff (Bill putt suggested -- need more specifics)
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| North & East Storm windows
| Get measurements and figure hardware
| Steve H
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| we need a stock rack/box in machine shop, 5"x5" by 12"deep eggcrate, about 12 holes, 1/4 ply, could be laser cut, ply frame. - Ask steve H
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| consolidate and shut down small black freezer
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| Run air hose to bike shop
| run black air hose to new bike shop area
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| add dividers to member storage shelves
| use tape or paint to divide the shelves into quarters
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| clean up FIRST area
| throw away junk and put all gear into bins below benches
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| sweep and vacuum your butt off
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| everyone!
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| identify emergency exit routes and paint the lines
| we have floor marking paint, (update:picked up skinny rollers)
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| install other welding curtain
| talk to Nate B. he has vision for this
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| Fix bottom seal on garage door
| use quickrete to level ground
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| install safety chain on theatre lights
| get chain, or aircraft cable and crimpers
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| make bins/shelf for welding area metal storage
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| make a set of cubbies for storage of cut offs in metal shop area
| shelves should be 12-14 in deep
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| finish up audio system
| mount amplifiers in rack, mount speakers, run wire
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| hook up outdoor light outside main door
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| mount and wire security cameras
| talk to Joe B or Nate B about camera mount locations
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| Make boxes to store assorted tools in tool area
| identify tools which need boxes
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| refill handy bins
| talk to dustin about contents of handy bins
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| clean up library in loft
| consolidate books down
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| remove desk from whiteboard room
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| make a bin for casters and wheels
| put bin in consumables area
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| organize fastener area
| organize and label fasteners
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| build table for little sanblaster
| talk to dustin about getting the sandblaster set up
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| clean up and organize consumables area
| this is the wire rack near the tool crib w/tape, switches, etc
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| Label every trash can with the size of bags it takes, and purchase bags of each size.
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| Wash trash cans
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| Reroute all e-room bench equipment power cords to go behind shelf (empty shelf, rip half an inch off its depth, remount it, reload it)
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| Label all E-room gear power cords (Many already done, follow example)
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| Repair / upgrade selected 115V circuits
| Documentation: [[Breaker Panels]], [[Theater Lights]]
| Dave S
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OLD LISTS use for inspiration but move relevant tasks to new list above, please only copy the name, and reconsider the "next action" and secure a new volunteer.

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Can be tackled immediately:

{| cellspacing="1" cellpadding="1" border="1"
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! Task
! Next Action
! Volunteer?
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| Change thermostat batteries
| Determine what they take
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| Rewire laser exhaust on 230v
| Doublecheck SSR and PSU
| Joe
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| bgcolor="#66ff66" | E-room pretty lights, wire to second switch.
| bgcolor="#66ff66" | Install outlet, extend cord.
| bgcolor="#66ff66" | Cherish
|-
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| Craft room: Establish Cricut-stuff box
| Find and label suitable box
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| bgcolor="#66ff66" | Kitchen: Label cabinets with contents
| bgcolor="#66ff66" |
| bgcolor="#66ff66" | who?
|-
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| Launder everything launderable
|
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| Welding area: Commission P&H welder
| Print a copy of the manual
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| Shop: Redundant tools and rearrange
| Identify owners of redundant tools
| Nick
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| Tool area: Archive dubiously-useful hardware
| Find sturdy boxes for metal thingies
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| Photograph everything for insurance documentation
| Figure out where to store photos when done
|
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| E-room: Network jacks
| Test and trace existing wire
| Nate W
|-
| Cleaning supplies / flammables / etc
| Decide on scheme and implement, then label.
|
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| MSDS update
| Find binder!
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|-
| Mount and wire additional ceiling fans
| get it done before we all melt
| Brad
|-
| Small project Storage
| Move lockers and build additional storage locker units
| Brad
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| E-Room shelving
| Clean space, assemble units, place units and fasten to wall
| Brad
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| ...
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Just need supplies:

{| cellspacing="1" cellpadding="1" border="1"
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! Task
! Next action / need
! Volunteer
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| E-room fluorescent lights, fix flicker
| Note type of ballasts, and obtain replacement(s)
|
|-
| E-room powerstrips
| Obtain another wall-mountable strip with switch
|
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| Welding curtains
| Need a pile of sticks and string and sketches
| Nate B
|-
| Cover and insulate roof-fan openings
| Needs foam, plastic, sticks, and plan.
| Nate B
|-
| Tool area: Sort electrical parts
| Just need some boxes...
| Nate B
|-
| bgcolor="#66ff66" | Doorbell
| bgcolor="#66ff66" | Easy Button not weatherproof. Find a button that is.
| bgcolor="#66ff66" | Nate B
|-
| Craft-room bench cushion
|  ?
|
|-
| Craft-room table painting
|  ?
|
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| Floor gouge in FIRST area
| Quickrete
|
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| Garage door bottom seal
| Quickrete
|
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| Garage door side seals
| Identify and obtain appripriate thingies
|
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| Safety chain for theater lights
| Identify appropriate type of chain or cable
|
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| Lubricate Genie column
| Boe-Lube solid (MSC carries it)
| Nate B
|-
| ...
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|}

 

Need approval, concept, or otherwise not immediately doable:

{| cellspacing="1" cellpadding="1" border="1"
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! Task
! Needs
! Champion
|-
| Welding area: Store scrap metal
| Concept
| Nate B / Karen?
|-
| Whiteboard room lights
| Find a useful plug-in PIR outlet / Wattstopper perhaps?
| Nate B
|-
| Multizone audio
| Cohesive plan, mounting location, speaker wire?
|
|-
| Signage
| Is this idea still alive?
| Ross
|-
| Shower leak
| Assess problem, identify repairs needed
|
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| Security (PIR) sensors
| Need something to wire 'em back to
| Eric M?
|-
| Vending machine light
| Concept, wiring diagram...
|
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| Update website static pages
| Concept, see i3detroit-web group
| Nate B
|-
| Sign proposal
|
| Dustin
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| Outdoor light
| Concept, box, conduit, permit??
|
|-
| ...
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|}