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mousermerf
Account Suspended
Corrus said:
You're wrong, and it's against the rules to harass people and generally be rude to them - so you have been reported. I don't care who you are, i respect your info, but knock it off.
Just thought I would put this out there.
I love capturing multimedia that is unique. I captured several of the loops running on TV in my All-Star Movies room. It was captured to 8 megabit mpeg-2. I'm burning it to a DVD at the moment. I wondered if anyone else who doesn't get to enjoy this regularly wanted to join in? There is no way I would upload the 8 megabit stream. I may get to my server some time soon, and can dump a disc image there. However, that may not appen. I can however encode it in the following formats:
h.264 640 x 480 1 megabit with 128k aac stereo. NTSC 29.97 FPS
Improved (original) mp4 video 640 x 480 1.5 megabit video 128k aac audio.
or a smaller
h.264 320 x 240 (ipod resolution) 512 kbps w / 128k aac
improved (original) mp4 320 x 240 768 kbps w / 128k aac stereo
I have:
30 minute top 7 countdown
5 min neverending loop of trailers with scrolling info
5 minute hotel bulletin board neverending loop
Question: Because I captured this on a non-encrypted network, does the DMCA apply? Can I distribute this free of charge with free download? Or, will I get in deep $h$t and have someone ruin my fun?
I love capturing multimedia that is unique. I captured several of the loops running on TV in my All-Star Movies room. It was captured to 8 megabit mpeg-2. I'm burning it to a DVD at the moment. I wondered if anyone else who doesn't get to enjoy this regularly wanted to join in? There is no way I would upload the 8 megabit stream. I may get to my server some time soon, and can dump a disc image there. However, that may not appen. I can however encode it in the following formats:
h.264 640 x 480 1 megabit with 128k aac stereo. NTSC 29.97 FPS
Improved (original) mp4 video 640 x 480 1.5 megabit video 128k aac audio.
or a smaller
h.264 320 x 240 (ipod resolution) 512 kbps w / 128k aac
improved (original) mp4 320 x 240 768 kbps w / 128k aac stereo
I have:
30 minute top 7 countdown
5 min neverending loop of trailers with scrolling info
5 minute hotel bulletin board neverending loop
Question: Because I captured this on a non-encrypted network, does the DMCA apply? Can I distribute this free of charge with free download? Or, will I get in deep $h$t and have someone ruin my fun?
mousermerf
Account Suspended
Rdour,
I think posting it on any pay site would get you into trouble - like even if it was offerd here on wdwmagic as part of a subscription, but putting it someplace like IRC or a personal site wouldn't be a problem.
I think posting it on any pay site would get you into trouble - like even if it was offerd here on wdwmagic as part of a subscription, but putting it someplace like IRC or a personal site wouldn't be a problem.
I have massive bandwidth available to me. A friend and I run http://www.techminds4hire.com/ which is a webhosting company. We love taking on the projects and needs of people that don't quite match other providers. Sometimes we can accomidate special requests. I have no problem posting this stuff to a page at my rdour.tm4h.com hostname. If I do, would there be interest?
I hope the people of this page aren't paying crazy amounts for their bandwidth. If it is desired, and if the owner sees this, let me know what your bandwidth usage is. You may be able to get that subscription price down a bit. On the other hand, you may want to get a machine with a massive hard drive all to yourself. I'm open to requests. I have used this site for a while now, so it would be nice to help out if possible.
Again, if there is interest, and a format is requested, the encoding will begin. I use Compressor from Apple (a component of Final Cut PRo) to encode. I sometimes use VLC or ffmpeg to do the job. Let me know what is desired.
I hope the people of this page aren't paying crazy amounts for their bandwidth. If it is desired, and if the owner sees this, let me know what your bandwidth usage is. You may be able to get that subscription price down a bit. On the other hand, you may want to get a machine with a massive hard drive all to yourself. I'm open to requests. I have used this site for a while now, so it would be nice to help out if possible.
Again, if there is interest, and a format is requested, the encoding will begin. I use Compressor from Apple (a component of Final Cut PRo) to encode. I sometimes use VLC or ffmpeg to do the job. Let me know what is desired.
Chernabog
New Member
This is by far one of the most informative posts I've ever read. As a former cast member in entertainment and a future cast member (starting working in the youth education series next month) I can honestly say that this type of information is incredibly beneficial for others to read. I feel so much more prepared to help guests with disabilities in the future and I have a much greater appreciation of the attractions as well. Thank you so much for taking the time to post you opinions on here.
All-Star Movies. This was very awesome. I've never stayed on property at one of these resorts, and not under this new pricing structure. The following are descriptions of my experiences with the hotel, meal plan, and navigation.
The meal plan made it much easier for me to deal with restaurants. Usually, the server has to read the menu to me, but I saved them some time with the meal plan. It was nice to ask "what are the most expensive dishes I can purchase under the meal plan" and get the biggest value. Seriously, do this, you get some amazing food. An example is the seafood at China's table service restaurant. I believe that the platter was $18 or $19, plus the appetiser, drink, and pie. My meal alone had to be about $30. It also made paying much easier, and because tip is already included (thank you guys for that info), payment didn't involve having to do all of that math in my head. Talking calcs are too big to carry around, and they are expensive. I wouldn't want to get it wet. The counter service people were great, telling me what was on their menu, and payment was so simple. They even helped us carry our trays into Fantasmic. I was so worried we were going to not be capable of eating our meal while waiting for that show to begin. I heard that many others do this, but it was quite a challenge. I don't remember the CMs name, but they helped us get down the stairs with our food, the biggest part of the challenge.
I do have a funny story though, and it should be described using dialog. This was the only time I became angered by a cast member the whole trip, and it didn't spoil anything. It turned out to be quite comical in the end. MGM popcorn cart on Sunset:
Me: "Hello, two popcorns please. We'll be using the dining plan."
CM (in cart): "Me machine not working now, go to other cart"
Me: "OK, fine, please tell me where to go."
CM: "Turn left and go down road, on right will be popcorn cart"
Me: "We can't see very well, what attractions or landmarks will we find on our way to the cart?"
CM: "Its a popcorn cart"
Me: "I understand, but what is around it, we won't find it without knowing what other landmarks are around it."
CM: "Its a popcorn cart"
Me: "LISTEN CAREFULLY. I am blind, she can't see well either, we need to know what buildings, streets, rides, shops, restaurants, and any other decorations may be near the popcorn cart."
CM: "It is a popcorn cart."
Me: "F$$k it! See ya!"
We found another one later, but it took quite a while, because other CMs tried pointing us back to that other cart with the CM that had a broken card reader and didn't have a good grasp of the English language. I honestly think they could do a little better job placing better English speaking CMs on the front line at restaurants.
More about the hotel. I had an interesting experience learning the layout. There were several times I would go get a drink without my girlfriend with me. The first time, we had just been shown to our room. I had been holding my girlfriend's arm and not using my cane (first dumb move). When I decided to go out of the hotel, I got crazy lost. Good thing some other guests asked me if I was lost, because this was one of the very few times that I was. Usually, I'm pretty good about navigation, but the sidewalks are winding little roads, and I had no idea where the main sidewalk was that I needed to take to the central building. When I finally got into that lobby, I knew enough to get to the checkin desk. I asked where to get the refillable mugs. A CM from the desk was nice enough to help. I realized that she was the same person who helped us to the room about an hour before. She helped me pick out a mug, and oriented me to the drink selection. I was really happy to see that they had a sink for cleaning out the mug, because hot chocolate can become messy if you fall asleep at night and don't remember to wash it out right away. I did that
. I told her that I didn't have a clue where my room was, and she helped me out. crazy thing, she was excellent at giving directions to me. I just trailed the bushes to the right of the door that slides open in the back of the lobby. It is just past the food court. If you were standing facing the door, food court is left, and arcade games are right. I then was told that there were 3 sidewalks I could get trapped in, and was aware that I had to go to the fourth in order to be at the right position to find my room. I found it easily once at the correct building. The room numbers are brailled, as required by the ADA. My card then didn't work in the door. The CM tried it, and then when she couldn't get it to work, we tried knocking at the door. My girlfriend was dead asleep. I was pounding quite loudly. She sleeps through some really weird things, and I worry about that sometimes. The CM offered to replace our cards, and she left and came back with new ones about 5 minutes later. When those didn't work, a person she brought with her reprogrammed the door. Then it worked. My luck right?
I was in a room right in front of the scene with the little dog from 101 Dolmations watching TV. I have a picture that my girlfriend took with me in the TV.
Enough for now, let me know your reactions. They have been great to read, and are encouraging. I will definately be recording that podcast then.
The meal plan made it much easier for me to deal with restaurants. Usually, the server has to read the menu to me, but I saved them some time with the meal plan. It was nice to ask "what are the most expensive dishes I can purchase under the meal plan" and get the biggest value. Seriously, do this, you get some amazing food. An example is the seafood at China's table service restaurant. I believe that the platter was $18 or $19, plus the appetiser, drink, and pie. My meal alone had to be about $30. It also made paying much easier, and because tip is already included (thank you guys for that info), payment didn't involve having to do all of that math in my head. Talking calcs are too big to carry around, and they are expensive. I wouldn't want to get it wet. The counter service people were great, telling me what was on their menu, and payment was so simple. They even helped us carry our trays into Fantasmic. I was so worried we were going to not be capable of eating our meal while waiting for that show to begin. I heard that many others do this, but it was quite a challenge. I don't remember the CMs name, but they helped us get down the stairs with our food, the biggest part of the challenge.
I do have a funny story though, and it should be described using dialog. This was the only time I became angered by a cast member the whole trip, and it didn't spoil anything. It turned out to be quite comical in the end. MGM popcorn cart on Sunset:
Me: "Hello, two popcorns please. We'll be using the dining plan."
CM (in cart): "Me machine not working now, go to other cart"
Me: "OK, fine, please tell me where to go."
CM: "Turn left and go down road, on right will be popcorn cart"
Me: "We can't see very well, what attractions or landmarks will we find on our way to the cart?"
CM: "Its a popcorn cart"
Me: "I understand, but what is around it, we won't find it without knowing what other landmarks are around it."
CM: "Its a popcorn cart"
Me: "LISTEN CAREFULLY. I am blind, she can't see well either, we need to know what buildings, streets, rides, shops, restaurants, and any other decorations may be near the popcorn cart."
CM: "It is a popcorn cart."
Me: "F$$k it! See ya!"
We found another one later, but it took quite a while, because other CMs tried pointing us back to that other cart with the CM that had a broken card reader and didn't have a good grasp of the English language. I honestly think they could do a little better job placing better English speaking CMs on the front line at restaurants.
More about the hotel. I had an interesting experience learning the layout. There were several times I would go get a drink without my girlfriend with me. The first time, we had just been shown to our room. I had been holding my girlfriend's arm and not using my cane (first dumb move). When I decided to go out of the hotel, I got crazy lost. Good thing some other guests asked me if I was lost, because this was one of the very few times that I was. Usually, I'm pretty good about navigation, but the sidewalks are winding little roads, and I had no idea where the main sidewalk was that I needed to take to the central building. When I finally got into that lobby, I knew enough to get to the checkin desk. I asked where to get the refillable mugs. A CM from the desk was nice enough to help. I realized that she was the same person who helped us to the room about an hour before. She helped me pick out a mug, and oriented me to the drink selection. I was really happy to see that they had a sink for cleaning out the mug, because hot chocolate can become messy if you fall asleep at night and don't remember to wash it out right away. I did that
. I told her that I didn't have a clue where my room was, and she helped me out. crazy thing, she was excellent at giving directions to me. I just trailed the bushes to the right of the door that slides open in the back of the lobby. It is just past the food court. If you were standing facing the door, food court is left, and arcade games are right. I then was told that there were 3 sidewalks I could get trapped in, and was aware that I had to go to the fourth in order to be at the right position to find my room. I found it easily once at the correct building. The room numbers are brailled, as required by the ADA. My card then didn't work in the door. The CM tried it, and then when she couldn't get it to work, we tried knocking at the door. My girlfriend was dead asleep. I was pounding quite loudly. She sleeps through some really weird things, and I worry about that sometimes. The CM offered to replace our cards, and she left and came back with new ones about 5 minutes later. When those didn't work, a person she brought with her reprogrammed the door. Then it worked. My luck right? I was in a room right in front of the scene with the little dog from 101 Dolmations watching TV. I have a picture that my girlfriend took with me in the TV.
Enough for now, let me know your reactions. They have been great to read, and are encouraging. I will definately be recording that podcast then.
LeeSeeBabe
Active Member
I feel a little repetitive telling you how amazing your trip reports have been because of how many other people have said so!! Love the reports! Hope there's more coming our way!! :wave:
lawyergirl77
Active Member
I feel pretty repetitive too, but your reports are absolutely amazing!! I am speechless over how beautifully descriptive they are! Wow - just wow!
Thank you so much for posting and please - POST MORE OFTEN!! You have no idea how refreshing and interesting your posts are! It's always nice to get a fresh perspective about my happiest place on earth!!! :wave:
Thank you so much for posting and please - POST MORE OFTEN!! You have no idea how refreshing and interesting your posts are! It's always nice to get a fresh perspective about my happiest place on earth!!! :wave:
JerMerBear
New Member
I still find you posts just amazing. I'll be real sad when you've discussed your entire trip.
I remember when I was a Cast Member at the Living Seas, a blind couple came up to me at the front of the pavilion asking for directions. I gave directions to the best of my ability and I think I included some obvious visual clues as well. I certainly hope they found their way. The man was black, so it could've been you on a previous trip. Just wanted to include that!
Anyway, please keep on posting. I'm going to be in Entertainment soon and hearing what other characters have done is definitely helping me for the future!
I remember when I was a Cast Member at the Living Seas, a blind couple came up to me at the front of the pavilion asking for directions. I gave directions to the best of my ability and I think I included some obvious visual clues as well. I certainly hope they found their way. The man was black, so it could've been you on a previous trip. Just wanted to include that!
Anyway, please keep on posting. I'm going to be in Entertainment soon and hearing what other characters have done is definitely helping me for the future!
imagineer boy
Well-Known Member
Corrus said:
You mean Thrawnish?
I HIGHLY doubt that. I still have my old troll detectors from the THA, and there's no serious activity around rdour.:wave: If he really is Thrawn, I will eat my socks.
Keep posting rdour! I love your reports.:sohappy:
diddy_mouse
Well-Known Member
Your posts are wonderful! I am amazed at all of the details you could remember. Also, it is intresting to hear about WDW from a new perspective. I look foward to reading more posts from you! :wave:
Sounds like you had a crazy time at All-Star movies though...glad to know you got the room key situation fixed.
Sounds like you had a crazy time at All-Star movies though...glad to know you got the room key situation fixed.