'ww: Webcam' Blog Archives
Webcam on the fritz
Posted on February 13th, 2009 by Webmaster Jeanne EhingerWebcam leaves us in the dark
Posted on January 13th, 2009 by Webmaster Jeanne Ehinger
Regular Webcam viewers might find it surprising that I don’t look at our Webcam page every day. I know, it would be such a quick addition to my daily duties, but honestly, I just forget (plus, I get an in-person view of the bay on my daily commute). My job involves so many things, all which I must fit into less than 40 hours per week, that my relatively low-priority Webcam duties often suffer as a result. For this I apologize, and remind our viewers that I really do count on you to know when the camera is down. Leave a comment on the latest blog post here, or send me an e-mail at webmaster@record-eagle.com.
With that out of the way… Yes, it appears the camera has been down for several days, leaving us, literally, in the dark. More »
Webcam falls victim to freezing fog
Posted on December 28th, 2008 by Webmaster Jeanne Ehinger
Yesterday’s weather was so warm in Traverse City (nearly 50 degrees!) that fog enveloped everything — including, I’m assuming, our webcam. Now that temps have dipped back toward normal December levels (currently 34), my guess is that yesterday’s condensation on the webcam’s lens has frozen over. As one webcam viewer put it, it’s a “total white-out.”
I’m off work until Tuesday afternoon… if it hasn’t cleared up by then I’ll take a can of de-icer up on the roof. Happy Holidays!
Webcam doesn’t like the snow!
Posted on December 12th, 2008 by Webmaster Jeanne EhingerIt’s back… for now
Posted on November 22nd, 2008 by Webmaster Jeanne Ehinger
Looks like the Webcam is back on track… it updated yesterday and has been updating again this morning. I wouldn’t be surprised if it gives us fits throughout the winter, but right now I’m crossing my fingers that we’ll be glitch-free.
You’ll notice I changed the camera’s direction a little bit, but not quite enough to get the Park Place into the view. It’s difficult to aim the camera, since I have no idea until I get back to the office what the end result is. If I have the occasion to revisit the roof this winter, I’ll point it a little more towards the city for our annual winter snapshot.
Snow, ice or Internet?
Posted on November 21st, 2008 by Webmaster Jeanne Ehinger
The roof of the Holiday Inn is one thick sheet of ice. I slipped and slid from the hatch on the south side of the building to the Webcam towards the north end. I unplugged the camera, plugged it back in, checked all the lights, etc. Still no images coming back. More »
Webcam back in business
Posted on November 19th, 2008 by Webmaster Jeanne Ehinger
I was just about to put on my coat and gloves to head up to the roof of the Holiday Inn when I got the e-mail from Jerry: “Thanks.” Hmmm, thanks for what? I checked the Webcam and sure enough, it’s come back on its own. Frustrating, to be sure, but at least I don’t have to brave the cold and snow.
As usual, if you notice that the camera is not functioning, please leave a comment on this blog. Thanks!
Giving it the weekend…
Posted on November 14th, 2008 by Webmaster Jeanne EhingerThe sun never sets…
Posted on October 17th, 2008 by Webmaster Jeanne Ehinger
… or at least that’s what it looks like on our webcam image. It’s a gorgeous shot, but unfortunately it’s from two nights ago. I won’t have time today to get out on the roof to troubleshoot, but I’m hoping the problem will resolve itself as it often does. I’ll check in again on Monday and we’ll see what’s up.
