Spectoscope Version 2.0

[tsmith8 (Timothy J. Smith, CMI)]

Perfect. Thanks for the answers.

I use an IPad for report writing on site and add some pictures in the office at end of the day. So this would still be useful.

I think i know the answer to this but…Can you see (on your phone) what the camera is taking a picture of? or are you shooting blind.

again i think i know the answer just wanted to be sure. (I am assuming no you can’t, as the phone is only a “remote control”.)

[twitt (Thomas Witt, CMI MD. Lic. # 30933)]

@tsmith8

Perfect. Thanks for the answers.

I use an IPad for report writing on site and add some pictures in the office at end of the day. So this would still be useful.

I think i know the answer to this but…Can you see (on your phone) what the camera is taking a picture of? or are you shooting blind.

again i think i know the answer just wanted to be sure. (I am assuming no you can’t, as the phone is only a “remote control”.)

The screen on the phone shows what the camera is seeing and you can even zoom in and out right from the phone or iPad.

[ehacker (Eugene Hacker)]

Same with my set up…I can see what the camera sees, change from wide angle to normal, and start or stop video and interval stills.

I also use the camera on a 4x4 rockcrawling RC vehicle for help getting into really tight crawlspaces (smaller than I can crawl). Pretty handy.

[tsmith8 (Timothy J. Smith, CMI)]

Awesome. Thanks guys. Answered some of my questions.

Coming into winter I am putting more consideration into the purchase of a pole camera.

Thanks again.

[linkster (Leonard Inkster, CMI)]

@snowroski

Has anyone used this product and what are your personal thoughts? I could see using this a lot as my area has a number of challenges when accessing roofs by ladder.

Before I drop $750 on a tool, I would like some real-world feedback on it.
Thanks!

I made my own for $350 including WiFi camera, and have never regretted it.

[linkster (Leonard Inkster, CMI)]

@ehacker

I got a bicycle mount for my samsung phone and I pod on ebay. I didn’t take much to modify them so I could attach them to my 24ft painters pole. They were under $10 each. Just search ebay for the name of your devise and “bicycle mount” and you should find tons of options. I use a Canon wifi action camera…and I can control the camera with my phone or ipod.

Did exactly the same thing. Here’s the components

Mr. LongArm Alumiglass 8’-23’ Extension Pole, Model Number: 6624 ( $40)
Mr. LongArm Angle Adaptor, Model Number: 0150 ( $6 )
Wooster Pro 12 in. Mini Roller Cage Frame Model #0HR0180000 ( $5)
2" - 1/4"x20 bolt 2 nuts and a washer ( $1.50 )
Universal Mobile Phone Bicycle Mount Holder ( $5)
Nikon S9500 WiFi Camera ( $200 )

[kramm (Kenneth A. Ramm)]

My phone and camera both have the photos and zoom and anti shake.
You will need several parts from ram mounts but all total you will pay about $180 for everything but it will be 24’ not the length of the spectroscope. There are poles out there that are fiberglass and also there are also carbon-fiber poles just do some research online. Trust me you will want the ram mounts.
http://www.harryfalk.com/poles-parts-accessories.html
http://www.rammount.com/Products/CellPhoneMounts/tabid/142/Default.aspx#/

[frotte (Frank Rotte)]

@kramm

My phone and camera both have the photos and zoom and anti shake.
You will need several parts from ram mounts but all total you will pay about $180 for everything but it will be 24’ not the length of the spectroscope. There are poles out there that are fiberglass and also there are also carbon-fiber poles just do some research online. Trust me you will want the ram mounts.
http://www.harryfalk.com/poles-parts-accessories.html
http://www.rammount.com/Products/CellPhoneMounts/tabid/142/Default.aspx#/

Do you have any interest in Rammount.com?

[kramm (Kenneth A. Ramm)]

@frotte

Do you have any interest in Rammount.com?

:D:D No but I sure like their product.

[tsmith8 (Timothy J. Smith, CMI)]

@linkster

Did exactly the same thing. Here’s the components

Mr. LongArm Alumiglass 8’-23’ Extension Pole, Model Number: 6624 ( $40)
Mr. LongArm Angle Adaptor, Model Number: 0150 ( $6 )
Wooster Pro 12 in. Mini Roller Cage Frame Model #0HR0180000 ( $5)
2" - 1/4"x20 bolt 2 nuts and a washer ( $1.50 )
Universal Mobile Phone Bicycle Mount Holder ( $5)
Nikon S9500 WiFi Camera ( $200 )

Where do you get your pricing??

[erichards1 (Eric L. Richards)]

Really 4 to 5 weeks to ship it

[frotte (Frank Rotte)]

@erichards1

Really 4 to 5 weeks to ship it

Well, somebody needs to purchase all the components and assemble it. You didn’t think they just had these sitting around did you?

[ehacker (Eugene Hacker)]

I have found my 24ft pole to be ample (I can easily get up to 32 feet with it by holding it up) but if I ever needed more this 40ft monster looks like the way to go:http://www.cwcsupplyusa.com/sorbomonsterpole.aspx

[snowroski (Stephen T. Nowroski)]

Thanks for all of the input! I did a bit of research and have found a number of solutions from 21-40+ feet at prices much less than the spectoscope. I am concerned that less than 30’ may be too short. I’ll build one to see how it works out, because ~$100 for a camera pole isn’t so bad.

[btoye (Bradley Toye, CMI)]

This thread got me thinking, and the Spectroscope is nice but way too pricey. I ordered a 30’ 5-section pole from ABC for $100. I already have most of the Ram mounts I need for monitoring. Just need to research a good WiFi camera. Does the GoPro camera work good for stills, or is it just for video and then capturing stills later?

http://www.window-cleaning-supply.com/pole-triple-crown-product-30-5-section/

[frotte (Frank Rotte)]

Here’s a 21’ fiberglass pole that weighs less than 10lb http://allflagscom.mybigcommerce.com/camera-ready-pole-621pro/
And a 30 footer for $129.99, weighs 6lbs http://www.telescoping-pole.com/all-pole-page.asp#u30

[plesieur (Paul Lesieur, CMI)]

I have a wifi camera and was looking at camera poles, the Wonderpole looks pretty good.
No way I would pay the Internachi price for a pole. I have no problem with the Inachi store but their prices are higher than I would expect.

Thanks for posting those links.

[twitt (Thomas Witt, CMI MD. Lic. # 30933)]

@plesieur

I have a wifi camera and was looking at camera poles, the Wonderpole looks pretty good.
No way I would pay the Internachi price for a pole. I have no problem with the Inachi store but their prices are higher than I would expect.

Thanks for posting those links.

I agree Paul the Nachi price is steep, and I have said so to Nick.

Given that, I am still happy I made the purchase and have used it many, many times instead of climbing a ladder.

Hopefully they’ll work out a more competitive price point.

[jkloetstra (Jeff Kloetstra)]

Has anyone ever used a shorter version for those hard to reach attic corners?

I was thinking maybe with a bike mount for a flashlight, I could see better in those low roofs peaks or even cathedral ceilings.

[frotte (Frank Rotte)]

Here’s the connection for poles that I was looking for the other day. You can get up to 50 feet if you like. http://www.mgs4u.com/fiberglass-push-up-mast.htm
A 32 footer is $120