Yesterday, we had moderate to heavy rain in Fayetteville, North Carolina. It was the day to see how wet SCEPTER would get in rain coming straight down. The system, as set, protects the cameras, the computer, wiring and adapters. I give the setup an A-.
Although there was no “rain” on the cameras, over time [tested for a hour] there was a collection of moisture from mist resulting from a slight wind. I’d prefer to have none–B+. I think a large canopy may stop this. I do not intend to use one. If the rain is too hard or blowing from the side, I’ll have to bring her in. Any umbrella smaller than one with a 64” diameter would not have worked.
The inside of the box [I call it “Tidy Box” ~ explanation later] at the rear-end of the buggy holding AC adapters, plugs, sockets, etc. was bone-dry–A+, as was the box containing the laptop–A+. Where I could open this box, I would not open the one with the wiring and so forth. Overall, this part of the setup performed as desired and as expected.
The bed of the buggy got wet—as expected. To keep it dry, I need a “skirt.” That is a valid consideration.
Conclusion: If an event continues in the rain, I am set today to capture video.
Congrats on passing the first rain test. Do you consider yourself in beta? Bring the whole thing up here Friday night and you can do a SNOW test!
Zeke
I’m just waiting to capture video in the snow. If only I could get there tomorrow. Hey, please take some pictures.
On testing, I guess that was an Alpha; but, I got the info I was seeking. I wish I had a seamstress to make a SCEPTER Transport Platform Skirt.
Thanks!
Jim