It appears that the garage door is now operating correctly.
I was able to use my remote from 30 feet away.
Moving the antenna and replaceing the receiver seems to have solved the problem.
What has been your experience? Is this resolved?
What other items need attention?
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Tuesday, June 25, 2013
Thursday, June 13, 2013
Garage Door Update
The service technician was here on Wednesday.
Problems were possibly caused by signal interference from Verizon WIFI. Apparently, garage door manufacturers use a similar radio frequency as WIFI. This appears to be well founded as a Google search will reveal multiple cases.
Since the remote controls work consistently from inside the building where the antenna is located, the antenna will be relocated outside the door. Give it a few days for the service people to install the new anttenna.
BTW, I found that aiming the remote at the right or left edge of the door seems to work better. Probabaly, just luck??? Try it. Maybe it will help.
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Problems were possibly caused by signal interference from Verizon WIFI. Apparently, garage door manufacturers use a similar radio frequency as WIFI. This appears to be well founded as a Google search will reveal multiple cases.
Since the remote controls work consistently from inside the building where the antenna is located, the antenna will be relocated outside the door. Give it a few days for the service people to install the new anttenna.
BTW, I found that aiming the remote at the right or left edge of the door seems to work better. Probabaly, just luck??? Try it. Maybe it will help.
Send your comments to mc900@comcast.net
Tuesday, June 11, 2013
Garage Door Opener
Garage door test
Everybody seems to have the same problem a with remote operation of the garage door.
This has been a common problem for all of us for many months.
Yesterday, I spent some time testing the garage door opener at 900 Marshy Cove.
Basically, The door failed to open about two-thirds of the time.
Several distances from next to the door to 15 feet away yielded the same result.
Interestingly, when the remote was used inside the garage, it worked 100 % of the time from distances of up to 40 feet.
The same result was observed with a second remote.
Sentry Management had our garage door contractor send a technician to check it out.
A new radio receiver has been ordered. The new receiver will be installed within a week.
My theory is that the metal door acts as a shield which partially reduces the strength of the signal. A more sensitive receiver should overcome this problem.
The other condo building on Cattail Cove has an identical system that works consistently.
Stay tuned!
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Everybody seems to have the same problem a with remote operation of the garage door.
This has been a common problem for all of us for many months.
Yesterday, I spent some time testing the garage door opener at 900 Marshy Cove.
Basically, The door failed to open about two-thirds of the time.
Several distances from next to the door to 15 feet away yielded the same result.
Interestingly, when the remote was used inside the garage, it worked 100 % of the time from distances of up to 40 feet.
The same result was observed with a second remote.
Sentry Management had our garage door contractor send a technician to check it out.
A new radio receiver has been ordered. The new receiver will be installed within a week.
My theory is that the metal door acts as a shield which partially reduces the strength of the signal. A more sensitive receiver should overcome this problem.
The other condo building on Cattail Cove has an identical system that works consistently.
Stay tuned!
Send your comments to mc900@comcast.net
Friday, June 7, 2013
What's your opinion?
Here are some issues in the air lately.
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This blog does not publish names nor any other personal information.
- How do you feel about skateboarders?
- Is it safety issue?
- Noise?
- Should be done somewhere other than a gated community?
- No problem?
- Have you seen the "Victory Gardens" behind the waterfront townhouses?
- Should these be permitted?
- Do they violate the condo community standards?
- No problem?
- What else can we expect next?
- Garage Door at 900 Marshy Cove.
- Does your garage door remote work?
- Sometimes?
- Never?
- Given-up, I always use the keypad?
Fire Safety- What are we lookng at?
Fire Safety - What are we looking at?Neighbors,
Here are some photos to help you distinguish the fire system components in our building.
The smoke alarm system: There are at least four in each unit. When one detects smoke, all will sound. The button is for testing.
Here are some photos to help you distinguish the fire system components in our building.
The smoke alarm system: There are at least four in each unit. When one detects smoke, all will sound. The button is for testing.
These do not call for a general building evacuation alarm.
The smoke alarm has a battery for back-up. Batteries should be changed once per year. Change all of them at the same time. Mark the date of replacement on each with a Sharpie pen.
THE CONDO ASSOCIATION BOARD HAS ARRANGED FOR FREE REPLACEMENT OF OUR BATTERRIES. AN ANNOUNCEMENT OF THE DATE IS FORTHCOMING.
The classic sprinkler head: These work on heat. They are a simple mechanical device. When the metal element melts, the water sprays.
The classic sprinkler head: These work on heat. They are a simple mechanical device. When the metal element melts, the water sprays.
When the water sprays, a general a evacuation alarm will sound. They are not connected to the smoke alarms.
The Strobe and Sounder will indicate a general evacuation alarm. If this goes off, you will hear it.
There is no way to silence it from your condo. The strobe will flash along with every other strobe in the building. Leave the building. This is the real thing. If you don't smell smoke, leave anyway. If you smell smoke it may be too late. Modern fire systems rarely falsely alarm. The fire company is on its way, when this trips.
The Fire Alarm Pull Box will sound a general evacuation and call the Fire Department. If you know a fire has begun, don't wait for the sprinkler head to do its job. Get help. Pull the box. These are located next to the stairway exits. Unlike the old pull boxes, there is no glass to break. Look around the building, Do you know where the closest one is? Where are they in the garage?
Fire Extinguishers are located in the hallway. Look for the one nearest your condo. If you need it, use it. It is usually better to pull the alarm box first then grab the extinguisher. You will also find several of them in the garage. Get familiar with their locations. Elevators are not an option during an evacuation alarm. The elevators go straight to the lobby and lock-down. Read the sign near the elevator.
A Fire Extinguisher in you condo could save the day especially in a kitchen fire. Mount one close-by and where you see it everyday. 
Here is one mounted in the pantry closet, four steps away from the stove. You can buy these at Home Depot, Lowes, or any hardware store. Read the labels. Ask for help. An "A,B,C" Tri-class should be appropriate for most areas. Extinguishers with a "10- B C" rating is recommended for kitchens. (Don't get one too heavy too lift.)"A" is for paper, wood, & trash. "B" is for liquid fires like grease. "C" is for electrical fire like a toaster fire.
see http://www.kiddeus.com/utcfs/Templates/Pages/Template-66/0,8070,pageId=4559&siteId=384,00.html for more information.
Please note that these comments are based my understanding of the building's fire system which may not be exact and also based on my understanding of common fire safety practice. When in doubt consult an authority on fire safety or the local Fire Marshall.
Sentry should be considered a knowledgeable source to answer your questions.
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Our local Authority is:
Cambridge, MD, FIRE & RESCUE COMPANY,
Jeffery O. Hurley, Sr., Chief (410) 228-1670; fax: (410) 228-4554e-mail: jhurley56@comcast.net
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Our local Authority is:
Cambridge, MD, FIRE & RESCUE COMPANY,
Jeffery O. Hurley, Sr., Chief (410) 228-1670; fax: (410) 228-4554e-mail: jhurley56@comcast.net
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Cambridge Main Street Update
Here's the link to Cambridge Main Street. http://www.cambridgemainstreet.com/
http://www.cambridgemainstreet.com
CELEBRATE A 10TH ANNIVERSARY AND MUCH MORE ON EAGLEMAN WEEKEND SECOND SATURDAY JUNE 8
- Vote for Cambridge to receive a Face lift
- HELP CAMBRIDGE'S MAIN STREET GET A FACELIFT FROM BENJAMIN MOORE
- Benjamin Moore is going to repaint 20 main streets in U.S. and Canada. Help downtown Cambridge be one of them! Cambridge has been nominated, but we haven't won yet. We need your help! Vote every day through June 30 with just a few clicks. Start here:
http://www.cambridgemainstreet.com
CELEBRATE A 10TH ANNIVERSARY AND MUCH MORE ON EAGLEMAN WEEKEND SECOND SATURDAY JUNE 8
- “This weekend, we extend a special welcome to Eagleman competitors, and their families and friends, in the annual Eagleman Ironman 70.3 triathlon. ” Held this year on Sunday June 9, the race promises to be another great, world-class event, packed full of a stellar field of pros from around the world and loads of excitement.
- Visit the Choptank Lighthouse
- See who won "BEST OF"
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Saturday, June 1, 2013
Fire Drill, Saturday, June 8, 2013, at NOON
Be ready to participate in 900 Marshy Cove's Fire Drill.
Fire drills can make a significant difference if ever the "real thing" occurs.
It is important to move quickly and calmly to the meeting location.
This is also an opportunity for our "first responders" to learn our building and our special needs.
Individuals that may need assistance have been identified, and will be helped appropriately.
The goal is 100% safe evacuation to a safe location.
The efficiency of the plan and its execution will be critiqued by the Fire Department, Sentry Management, and the Board of Directors.
Be sure to join us at the pool for refreshments and sandwiches.
Some simple things to remember:
Fire drills can make a significant difference if ever the "real thing" occurs.
It is important to move quickly and calmly to the meeting location.
This is also an opportunity for our "first responders" to learn our building and our special needs.
Individuals that may need assistance have been identified, and will be helped appropriately.
The goal is 100% safe evacuation to a safe location.
The efficiency of the plan and its execution will be critiqued by the Fire Department, Sentry Management, and the Board of Directors.
Be sure to join us at the pool for refreshments and sandwiches.
Some simple things to remember:
- DO NOT use the elevators to evacuate the building.
- DO use the staircases at the end of each hallway.
- Assemble at the "designed meeting area."
- Be attentive to directions from the Fire Department Representative.
- Read the correspondence from Sentry Management for more details.
Tuesday, May 7, 2013
AT OUR LIMIT! Whatta Fish Story!
Monday, May 6, 2013, was Rockfish day for us.
Seven people, Seven fish!
By regulation, this time of year all Rockfish must be over 28 inches with a limit of one per fisherman per day.
All eyes on the fish. Smile for the camera.
Captain Perry Davidson of Excalibur.
One of the few good men that can clean fish and tell jokes at the same time.
All caught fish measured over 30 inches.
After catching our limit and recovering the lines, two more Rockfish took the bait but, of course, were released. (They could have been yours.)
Despite the overcast weather, the attitude was sunny all morning. We were back on the dock by 10:30.
Next year maybe you will join us.
IS THERE ROOM FOR MORE EVENTS LIKE THIS ON OUR CALENDAR?
The "Rockfish Seven". left to right.
Jack, Leo, Rob, George, Phil, Lynne, Terry.
We didn't get the names of the fish.
However, Bubba is still out there.
See you at the dock, Uncle George
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Wednesday, April 17, 2013
Annual Fishing Trip - Kent Island
Monday, May 6.
The fishing boat leaves the dock at 6:00 AM. (4 bells to sailors.)
Captain Perry, skipper of Excalibur, has confirmed the reservation.
So, call work, tell the boss you're sick, you're going fishing instead.
http://www.excaliburcharters.com/default.asp
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The fishing boat leaves the dock at 6:00 AM. (4 bells to sailors.)
Captain Perry, skipper of Excalibur, has confirmed the reservation.
So, call work, tell the boss you're sick, you're going fishing instead.
http://www.excaliburcharters.com/default.asp
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Monday, April 15, 2013
Control your Condo from Anywhere!
Honeywell Introduces Wi-Fi Connected Thermostat For Do-It-Yourselfer
Honeywell recently introduced Wi-Fi Smart Thermostat, a connected thermostat that allows consumers to regulate their energy usage and home comfort from their smart phone and provide an opportunity for design-focused homeowners to customize it to match or accent their home décor.
Featuring a touch screen display, the Wi-Fi Smart Thermostat is equipped with mobile and email alerts that put homeowners in control by notifying them when their home is too hot or cold, the humidity level is too high or too low, when the filter needs to be changed, or if the home loses power or internet connectivity.
With Smart ResponseTM technology, the thermostat learns how long it takes to heat and cool a home to ensure it is always at the temperature homeowners want, at the time they want it. The Instant Away feature allows homeowners to balance comfort and energy savings: on your way out the door, simply tell the Honeywell Wi-Fi thermostat when you will be back and it can start saving energy instantly while you are gone.
The Honeywell Wi-Fi thermostat’s innovative design, 60 percent smaller than other connected thermostat models, is a first in the do-it-yourself market. For more information, read the press release
Read more: http://www.honeywellnow.com/2013/04/11/honeywell-introduces-wi-fi-connected-thermostat-for-do-it-yourselfer/#ixzz2QXvJUqq2 http://honeywell.com/News/Pages/Honeywell-Renovates-The-Thermostat-Market-With-An-Elegant-Wi-Fi-Connected-Thermostat-For-Do-It-Yourselfers.aspx
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Honeywell recently introduced Wi-Fi Smart Thermostat, a connected thermostat that allows consumers to regulate their energy usage and home comfort from their smart phone and provide an opportunity for design-focused homeowners to customize it to match or accent their home décor.
Featuring a touch screen display, the Wi-Fi Smart Thermostat is equipped with mobile and email alerts that put homeowners in control by notifying them when their home is too hot or cold, the humidity level is too high or too low, when the filter needs to be changed, or if the home loses power or internet connectivity.
With Smart ResponseTM technology, the thermostat learns how long it takes to heat and cool a home to ensure it is always at the temperature homeowners want, at the time they want it. The Instant Away feature allows homeowners to balance comfort and energy savings: on your way out the door, simply tell the Honeywell Wi-Fi thermostat when you will be back and it can start saving energy instantly while you are gone.
The Honeywell Wi-Fi thermostat’s innovative design, 60 percent smaller than other connected thermostat models, is a first in the do-it-yourself market. For more information, read the press release
Read more: http://www.honeywellnow.com/2013/04/11/honeywell-introduces-wi-fi-connected-thermostat-for-do-it-yourselfer/#ixzz2QXvJUqq2 http://honeywell.com/News/Pages/Honeywell-Renovates-The-Thermostat-Market-With-An-Elegant-Wi-Fi-Connected-Thermostat-For-Do-It-Yourselfers.aspx
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