Canada Corals warehouse build thread

[xenon]

Originally Posted by kien

Ya, I usually end up at like f16 which is virtually impossible for me to use while suspended over my tank LOL.

I use a good Manfrotto tripod so I have the luxury of slow shutter speeds.

I picked up some more gear for the 6D today because we plan on taking some good quality videos. I got a Canon EF 8-15mm f/4L Fisheye lens, Sennheiser MKE600 shotgun mic and Beachtek DXA-SLR Pro audio pre-amp.

It's amazing how high the video quality is on DSLR cams now but the audio is still lacking so an external mic and pre-amp is needed.

Picture of the new rig:

[xenon]

We didn't get much work done today after receiving a shipment of remote controlled fish.

Here is a picture of our new resident shark. We also have the clownfish version. Both versions will be added to our website shortly!

[kien]

Where are the lasers?! Needs LASERS!!

[mseepman]

Originally Posted by xenon

I use a good Manfrotto tripod so I have the luxury of slow shutter speeds.

I picked up some more gear for the 6D today because we plan on taking some good quality videos. I got a Canon EF 8-15mm f/4L Fisheye lens, Sennheiser MKE600 shotgun mic and Beachtek DXA-SLR Pro audio pre-amp.

It's amazing how high the video quality is on DSLR cams now but the audio is still lacking so an external mic and pre-amp is needed.

Picture of the new rig:

I have to say...that just looks like a toy I want to play with. The whole build is great!

[Kraken]

Nice rig. I wonder what the video on the fisheye looks like. I probably woulda opted for a 35mm since it looks like you have quite a lot of space. Thats just me though

[eli@fijireefrock.com]

I must say that's a sweet setup you got there with your fancy lasers and flying fish...

[Rice Reef]

Nice gear! How do you like the new 6d? It's nice to finally see Canon offering an affordable full frame camera. Have you tried the wifi capability on it yet?

[Jeff000]

Originally Posted by xenon

The electrical inspector came today and failed us.

Apparently, all equipment used must be CSA (Canadian Standards Association) certified.

Considering that most of our equipment is made in Germany, we are out of luck. Even EcoTech Radions, Vortech pumps, Tunze powerbeads, etc.. are not CSA certified.

That leads me to believe that every single fish store in canada is in violation.

Wonderful...

That makes zero sense. They shouldn't be inspecting portable equipment in the first place.
Also UL or ULc listed, among others, are fine in Canada. But again, portable equipment so why are they looking? If it's anything it'll be the fire inspector that will look for that.

I'm a jman sparky, and while not an inspector I know more than most of them. I hate having to do the inspectors job.

If you want me to have a peek at the report they gave you so you can rebut it just send it over to me

Jeff at goproelectrical.com

[xenon]

Originally Posted by Jeff000

That makes zero sense. They shouldn't be inspecting portable equipment in the first place.
Also UL or ULc listed, among others, are fine in Canada. But again, portable equipment so why are they looking? If it's anything it'll be the fire inspector that will look for that.

I'm a jman sparky, and while not an inspector I know more than most of them. I hate having to do the inspectors job.

If you want me to have a peek at the report they gave you so you can rebut it just send it over to me

Jeff at goproelectrical.com

Hi Jeff,

Well, if that is true its great news!

I may take you up on that offer. He never gave me a report so I will contact the ESA for the report.

[Aqua-Digital]

ESA no longer have jurisdiction over consumer goods its now done by health Canada.