Welcome / open talk
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      13 years
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On the Map #2
Jim1348 started a post on the 45th parallel and it reminded me of Point Roberts Washington.
While Point Roberts is not on the 45th it is on the 49th parallel and an interesting place on the map.
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17 years
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Any Overcurrent Protection? (60W Power Converter 110-240V AC to 12V 5A DC Power Adapter)
Would something like this have any over current protection?
The pessimist in me fears that it may overheat and be a hazard.
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07K9R65C6?psc=1&ref=ppx_yo2ov_dt_...
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 12 years
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Contributors Of The Year 2023
We appreciate all of our contributors and all of the members who voted for COY this year!
There were some ties, so we're going to honor the top 4 vote getters!
The 2023 POI Factory Contributors of the Year are:
Mahoney
Mgarledge
Soberbyker
Alandb
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12 years
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Keeping The Windmill Alive – January 2024
Perhaps you can post on a new book you're reading, a new hobby you're taking up or about random finds as you finally get around to cleaning out the..., or your most recent adventure?
Anything to keep your windmill alive.
Please keep comments polite.
This thread will be closed on the last day of the month and a new one will be opened.
--Angela
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12 years
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Factory Joke Thread – January 2024
This is the official POI Factory Joke thread.
Please read all the forum rules before posting, and keep in mind...
"POI Factory is not a forum for politically charged debate.
Let's avoid topics that already have a long list of Democrat or Republican talking points or that name specific politicians."
This thread will be closed on the last day of the month and a new one will be opened.
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15 years
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Do you have any cams at your residence?
Over Thanksgiving, I installed Blink cameras.
It's been over a month and I find it to be a system that I can recommend.
I never thought about it, but have always seen them on the news for documenting things such as theft by porch pirates, sometimes some incident, etc.
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17 years
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Chit Chat Thread For The Week Of January 1, 2024
This is the place to talk about things that are not GPS related.
This thread will be closed on Monday and a new one will be opened.
An early start for 2024.
-- Jonathan
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17 years
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Chit Chat Thread For The Week Of December 25, 2023
This is the place to talk about things that are not GPS related.
This thread will be closed on Monday and a new one will be opened.
(Sorry for the delay this week. I've been spending time with family.)
-- Jonathan
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12 years
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Merry Christmas
Merry Christmas
And if that's not what you celebrate, happy holiday of your following
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17 years
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USNG Emergency Location Markers (ELM’s)
I live in Dakota County Minnesota. The Dakota County Parks Department went to USNG Emergency Location Markers (ELM’s).
That uses the Military Grid Reference System (MGRS).
https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:U.S._National_Grid_Emergency_Location_Sign,_15T_VK_9354_4795_(42393097041).jpg
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17 years
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Safety Cloud By HAAS Alert: How it Works
I just learned about this.
Has anybody ran across this while traveling?
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17 years
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How Many Different Residences Have The Same Exact Nine Digit ZIP Code As You Do? (ZIP+4 Code)
Someone in my neighborhood had a package delivered to them that belonged to someone else. After decoding the the ZIP code, I started playing around with the ZIP +4 codes by me. I found out that only the place south of me has the exact same ZIP+4 code as we do. That's it. Nobody else.
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15 years
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Happy Holidays Everyone!
Stay safe if you're travelling and remember Yogi's immortal words: "If you don't know where you're going, you might wind up someplace else"!
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12 years
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Vote For Contributors Of The Year 2023
It’s once again time to reflect on the things you enjoy about POI Factory and consider the members who help to make this community the great place it is.
Volunteers contribute to our community in a variety of ways. Some share their experience or expertise in the forums. Some make and maintain POI files or FAQ pages. While others submit sound files, BMP icon images, or location updates.
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17 years
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Chit Chat Thread For The Week Of December 18, 2023
This is the place to talk about things that are not GPS related.
This thread will be closed on Monday and a new one will be opened.
-- Jonathan
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15 years
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appliances in 2023
It was bound to happen.
On Saturday, our 1984 Whirlpool gas dryer broke. No heat.
About a year ago, I replaced the belt, which was likely the 2nd time, as I could see it had been opened up before.
But I've used it since Oct 2002, so prior to that.
From the paperwork, it's a 1984 model.
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17 years
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Powering A 12VDC Device Via USB Port (USB-C Adapter Vs USB-A Adapter)
I am looking for a device that will provide 12 VDC from a USB port.
The have found adapters on Amazon for both USB-A to 12 volt power outlet and USB-C to 12 volt power outlet. Which is the better choice?
Right now I am leaning towards the USB-C to 12 volt power outlet because it looks like it will offer more power than the USB-A devices.
What other factors should I consider?
Interesting perspective (dedicated nav devices)
…on dedicated GPS navigation devices at https://www.autoevolution.com/news/game-over-gps-navigators-...
John from PA