WSI -- Airport Delays Map [Archive] - MediaLine's Open Line Forum

50 Percent Chance

Sep 11th 2007, 02:57 PM

Originally posted by Forensic Weatherman:
WSI can build a script of some kind to bring the datat in, read it and display a map... Wx channel does it and so does the Air Force (behind the scenes scripting)...This is true. I will be more than happy to investigate/check on this tomorrow, and see what we can't come up with. Thank you for your patience.

50%

weatherdood

Sep 11th 2007, 06:48 PM

Thanks 50%

Red Rover

Sep 11th 2007, 07:48 PM

Originally posted by 50 Percent Chance:
This is true. I will be more than happy to investigate/check on this tomorrow, and see what we can't come up with. Thank you for your patience.

50%Can I call you "Fitty 'cent?"

50 Percent Chance

Sep 11th 2007, 08:29 PM

Originally posted by Red Rover:
Can I call you "Fitty 'cent?"Heh...for making me laugh today...absolutely!

And the look he gave Britney Spears during her performance? Priceless.

MU_WX_Grad

Sep 12th 2007, 03:31 AM

Agreed - it would be nice to have an "autoplot" flight delay map. I used to be a BIG supporter of WSI and their products, but as of late, I feel that WXC is gaining ground on WSI. When you look at what WXC has to offer and then compare their products/services to WSI, WXC is the clear winner!

Any word on the Prism upgrade? Wasn't that supposed to come out in early 2007?!

Finally - an odd problem with our temperature maps: sometimes they will report temperatures in Celsius. WHY?! They are set up in our parameters to report Metar/ASOS/SA, etc., in degrees Fahrenheit! So why do some of them report in Celsius ... at random?! Anyone else having this problem??

50 Percent Chance

Sep 13th 2007, 01:25 PM

Guys/Gals--
Appreciate your patience, I have a full week and I'm trying to work on this in my spare time.

Thanks! 50%

ThatCanadianGuy

Sep 15th 2007, 07:51 AM

Originally posted by MU_WX_Grad:

Any word on the Prism upgrade? Wasn't that supposed to come out in early 2007?!
We have the Prism upgrade and it's a big improvement but can be unstable when you're adding tasks.

It's really easy to push to the web with Prism.

aggiezg05

Sep 15th 2007, 08:37 AM

Originally posted by ThatCanadianGuy:
<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by MU_WX_Grad:

Any word on the Prism upgrade? Wasn't that supposed to come out in early 2007?!
We have the Prism upgrade and it's a big improvement but can be unstable when you're adding tasks.

It's really easy to push to the web with Prism.[/QUOTE]What's Prism? ;) graemlins/face_banghead.gif

rdale

Sep 15th 2007, 11:19 AM

It's supposed to be available Spring 2007... graemlins/horse.gif

portinfru

Sep 18th 2007, 10:53 AM

Lest I launch into my WSI rant again, here's the best I've come up with:

Plot the airports you want to use by using text: The Wingdings font has an airplane symbol in it... I want to say it's 'C' or 'Q'? Once you find it, position as desired, then set up a wizard to adjust the color code to your liking.

You can either do current delay conditions, a la the FAA site, or forecast potential trouble spots like the Weather Channel does.

Of course, making it automatically plot would be an even better option... graemlins/face_banghead.gif graemlins/face_banghead.gif graemlins/face_banghead.gif

Hard_reign2004

Sep 18th 2007, 11:45 AM

[/qb][/QUOTE]What's Prism? ;) graemlins/face_banghead.gif [/QB][/QUOTE]

Prism turns your TrueView HD into a digital publishing engine, helping you produce weather content for automatic distribution to platforms like cell phones, laptops and PDAs. Now your weather news goes everywhere your viewers do, making it more valuable for viewers and sponsors alike. Prism turns every new digital device into a potential revenue stream.

MU_WX_Grad

Sep 18th 2007, 01:27 PM

That's great ... now that we know what Prism can do - WHEN WILL IT BE RELEASED?! Hello Boston!?

Wx3Guy

Oct 23rd 2007, 03:53 PM

Originally posted by 50 Percent Chance:
Guys/Gals--
Appreciate your patience, I have a full week and I'm trying to work on this in my spare time.

Thanks! 50%Sorry for bringing up an old post, but is there any news on how to do this?
Thanks!

aggiezg05

Oct 23rd 2007, 04:02 PM

It'll be released in conjunction with the new version of Windows Zeta in 3 years.

ill tempered kelp monkey

Oct 23rd 2007, 06:27 PM

I'm running Prism right now, and its really quite awesome.

Red Rover

Oct 23rd 2007, 08:30 PM

Originally posted by Hard_reign2004:

Prism turns your TrueView HD into a digital publishing engine, helping you produce weather content for automatic distribution to platforms like cell phones, laptops and PDAs. Now your weather news goes everywhere your viewers do, making it more valuable for viewers and sponsors alike. Prism turns every new digital device into a potential revenue stream.I thought it was basically an SEB for ShowFX

aggiezg05

Oct 23rd 2007, 08:35 PM

I heard that too...except you won't be able to do it with that many files as it will slow the system down. You wouldn't be able to get rid of the SEB on the Producer completely.

That's a shame. Although the Producer still has many features that ShowFx doesn't have...

50 Percent Chance

Oct 25th 2007, 12:07 AM

Ag, please be careful with that statement. It all depends on your system configuration (how many boxes and what you're using them for) and what model Dells you're using.

Depending on the scenes involved, Prism can handle a good load of stuff. And on a 690, I have been able to configure a wide variety of Prism stuff and still have SEBs running too.

50%

50 Percent Chance

Oct 25th 2007, 12:09 AM

Originally posted by Wx3Guy:
<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by 50 Percent Chance:
Guys/Gals--
Appreciate your patience, I have a full week and I'm trying to work on this in my spare time.

Thanks! 50%Sorry for bringing up an old post, but is there any news on how to do this?
Thanks![/QUOTE]Appreciate the prod...I have been quite a busy man lately with my day-to-day work. I'll contact you next week.

50%

aggiezg05

Oct 25th 2007, 09:05 AM

Originally posted by 50 Percent Chance:
Ag, please be careful with that statement. It all depends on your system configuration (how many boxes and what you're using them for) and what model Dells you're using.

Depending on the scenes involved, Prism can handle a good load of stuff. And on a 690, I have been able to configure a wide variety of Prism stuff and still have SEBs running too.

50%Sorry, just giving exact information passed on to me from WSI Tech Support.

50 Percent Chance

Nov 19th 2007, 02:08 PM

I have an airport delays script (which pulls the data) and scene (for basic display on an earth) which is ready for use. I realize that with Thanksgiving upon us, this should get some heavy use in the next week and again for the Christmas rush.

Before I give you instructions on how you can acquire this, please read CAREFULLY:
***The script and scene are provided to you AS-IS. This script is not offically supported by the fine folks in WSI Customer Support. If you call them asking how to fix it, they will not understand what you are referencing and unfortunately WILL NOT be able to provide assistance for it at this time. Any questions will be directed to me via PM, and I will answer them as I have time available.

By submitting the information requested below, you are agreeing that you have read and understand the above statement, and have shared this information with your staff.

That said, if you want this script, please send me a PM with the following information:
--Your name
--Station call letters
--Email address

I will place these scripts on systems in the order in which I receive the requests. Again, I will be doing this on my downtime. I will make every effort to get to you as soon as possible, but please be patient and understanding. After all, I can't have my turkey ruined. ;-)

Additionally, this is only available for DELL users right now.

Thanks,
50%

BSUStormChase

Nov 19th 2007, 07:29 PM

Thanks for doing this 50%. I can't wait to see how it works!

50 Percent Chance

Nov 19th 2007, 09:15 PM

It's really nothing fancy. But it gets the job done.
If you're running 3.0/5.0, you can throw it into Prism. (please, no Upgrade Status comments!).

I'll start the uploads tomorrow AM.

BSUStormChase

Nov 20th 2007, 04:38 AM

I'm assuming there might be some instructions that go with the script? (i.e. How to incorporate the data into a product?)

Will this work with ShowFX?

50 Percent Chance

Nov 20th 2007, 03:53 PM

The request list has been processed. If you requested the scene+scripts, please check your PMs for instructions. I'll be awaiting your feedback.

If you still want the script, I'll be processing requests tomorrow...and then after the Thanksgiving holiday.

Thanks and gobbles--
50%

south side of the sky

Nov 21st 2007, 03:23 AM

Looks really good 50, do the delays just pop in on the showfx scene when they occur? Of course nothing out there early this morning.

FunnelChaser

Nov 21st 2007, 06:00 AM

South side, not to step on 50%'s territory here, I just don't know when he'll be on here today...

You have to open Show FX on your producer machine and render it there. When you do, you'll see the delays on there. If there are no delays "0" is displayed in the box. If you open the scene on the Show FX box you'll have blank boxes with no data for delays.

50% - It looks fantastic. More things like this and it will remind folks why they went with WSI as their vendor.

MU_WX_Grad

Nov 21st 2007, 06:06 AM

50 -

Awesome product. Just a thought ... would it be possible to throw in some "if - and - when" statements to the script, so that when travel delays are "0," the font color is GREEN? When the travel delays are "30," the font color is YELLOW? When the travel delays are "60," the font color is ORANGE, and when flight delays are larger than "60," the font color changes to RED? Just a suggestion.

I love the product, though, and I'm glad you created it for us!!

Have a great Thanksgiving!

south side of the sky

Nov 21st 2007, 06:13 AM

Hey thanks funnel, I was a little confused

Edit:

Got it to work, it looks good, especially when things really get delayed later today. Does anyone know if this is the same script that TWC or CNN is using?

FunnelChaser

Nov 21st 2007, 06:29 AM

It definitely reminds me of a Weather Channel scene. I'm not questioning it though!

MU_WX_Grad has a great idea for the color coding. I'm sure our friend 50% will work on that in the future!

50% - Is there anyone we can send our thanks to at WSI for your hard work? I'd love for them to realize it is things like this that make the clients happy.

WAA

Nov 21st 2007, 07:35 AM

+1 on the awesomeness of the scene. Thanks again 50!

There does actually appear to be a bit in the script to colour-code the numbers, but I'm not sure why it's not making it into the final product.

Just because I'm a geek like that, I'm going to try a little hack to make it work on the Director. I'll let y'all know how it goes.

50 Percent Chance

Nov 21st 2007, 08:16 AM

Thanks for the positive feedback, folks. Glad to hear it's meeting your needs.

Notes:
1) It only works on the producer now because I had it the datafile outputting to a non-shared directory. I will change this to Exports_1.0/Custom going forward so the scene can be used on all boxes (I don't know why I didn't do this in the first place -- tunnel vision I guess). For those of you who already have the scene, I will push down a modified version at some point and let you know...but for now just stick with it.

2) The color-coding idea already exists in the script as this was being worked on by the aforementioned fine CSR folk for another project. The color coding in the script isn't for Showfx; but there is a way to do it. That'll be for the "v2.0" of this scene.

3) Don't forget that the scene is a template and can be spiced up to conform to your look and needs. You may wish to change the fonts (multiple select them in the stack editor) to match your look (although I chose a generic helvetica so it would at least not stick out like a sore thumb). You can also in the same manner change the colors on either of the polygons (I only keyframed the 'size', not 'all parts', so there's no need to add/remove keyframes to do this either). Don't forget to add a banner too. MU_WX_Grad even added a radar layer -- which I think is a nice effect. Just put it on the surface (as opposed to above surface) so it doesn't interfere with the boxes.

Thanks again for your feedback. I'll be working on some more requests for this script shortly. This is the last day to get it in before the holiday -- otherwise I can't guarantee that I can get it into your systems until after Gobblefest.

50%

BSUStormChase

Nov 21st 2007, 08:43 AM

50... We LOVE it! Thank you for doing that. I made a few tweaks to it. For instance I added Wx_Type radar imagery to the surface.

Mayhem

Nov 21st 2007, 11:45 AM

I have been out of loop for a few days. First off, thanks a ton 50%!

Right now I see the airports and blue boxes. I want to make sure I know what I am looking at. Will the box change color for a delay, or will a number appear in the box or what? Right now they are all blue and empty, so I just want to make sure everything is working.

Do I render it in ShowFX? Just want to make sure I have everything set properly. Thanks!

50 Percent Chance

Nov 21st 2007, 11:49 AM

Mayhem: You should see numbers in all of your boxes.

Make sure you are doing this on your PRODUCER system.

Standby, looking in your system to make sure I did everything right...

Edited: Looks like everything is correct. So I'm guessing you're not looking on your producer system.

Mayhem

Nov 21st 2007, 11:50 AM

Just heard ya dial in :-)

MI_Wxman

Nov 21st 2007, 12:45 PM

Mayhem

Nov 21st 2007, 01:21 PM

Color me annoying again... Everything is working great, but instead of a number, O'Hare is saying "stop"

What's that about?

BSUStormChase

Nov 21st 2007, 01:38 PM

My guess is O'hare has a ground stop.

50 Percent Chance

Nov 21st 2007, 01:51 PM

Thanks!
All the boxes are blank except for BOS which shows "0" (Zero). Everything else is blank and I see on the FAA website that there are some delays. Although the wizard pops up, should I just ignore it and render?

Addressed. Sorry bout that ;-)

Color me annoying again... Everything is working great, but instead of a number, O'Hare is saying "stop"

What's that about?

My guess is O'hare has a ground stop.

BSU's right -- it means ground stop. Since that's more important than an average amount of delays in my mind, 'stop' will take precedence. Once the ground stop is lifted, it'll go back to the delay number.

weatherdood

Nov 21st 2007, 01:59 PM

I wanted to publicly thank 50% for all his work on this as well! Looks fantastic!!! Really enjoy using it! And even more importantly, the bosses love it too!

MI_Wxman

Nov 21st 2007, 02:02 PM

I wanted to publicly thank 50% for all his work on this as well! Looks fantastic!!! Really enjoy using it! And even more importantly, the bosses love it too!

Yup!
This is why I love Customer Service at WSI!!!!!!!!
Kudos!

Mayhem

Nov 21st 2007, 02:05 PM

I agree on all the kudos to 50% I really would like to inform your supervisors how much we here appreciate your work and dedication. I know you are modest, but if you want to PM the details of who to contact, I for one, am happy to do it.

FunnelChaser

Nov 21st 2007, 02:12 PM

I mentioned it in a post way back when, but in case you missed it 50%, please let me know how I can add my thanks to everyone else's.

Your bosses definitely need to know that your work is appreciated across the country. I'd also like them to know that things like this are what will remind people why those chose WSI as a vendor in the first place.

weatherdood

Nov 21st 2007, 04:06 PM

Wx3Guy

Nov 21st 2007, 05:41 PM

50%, I was able to use this today and it worked out just great. My ND loved it too. Thanks a ton!

Klinger

Nov 21st 2007, 06:06 PM

Fitty-

Used the graphic tonight and plan to have our gang use it this weekend and quite possibly everyday beyond that!

So easy to use....

Thanks so much for this.

Klinger

Backscatter

Nov 21st 2007, 07:05 PM

50% is a fine example of the quality I get from WSI. I have never once had a problem with their tech. support, and they are always willing to go well above and beyond.

I even get emails with no complaints answered from the trainers that came here a long time ago.

Thanks again 50% and WSI!

50 Percent Chance

Nov 25th 2007, 06:17 PM

Guys/Gals-

Thanks so much for the cheers.

The best thanks you can give is to continue to contribute to positive WxLine discussions on what works, what doesn't, and how we can continue to improve. The end result of better stuff for all of you is enough for me (and the other fine folks at WSI who help me out). When you see stuff you like -- champion it. When you see something you don't like -- let us know, in the most positive way that you can.

Thanks for all of your contributions in the quest for better weather for everyone.

50%

Red Storm

Nov 27th 2007, 03:57 AM

50%...check your pm's please

50 Percent Chance

Dec 19th 2007, 09:22 PM

I'm all caught up on requests for airport delays stuff. Thanks for your patience.

I'll put out the offer again as we approach the busy travel days before Christmas. I know a few of you early in the thread had knocked that there wasn't something like this available, yet I didn't receive requests from you after the first offering. Now's your chance.

If you'd like this script and scene, please PM me before Friday at 3pm ET with your name, station, and email addy...and I'll get it into your systems.

Happy holidays!

50%

itelltheweather

Dec 21st 2007, 10:10 AM

Hey "Fitty"

I just wanted to give you props for the WSI Delays map. Much appreciated and excellent work. Looks great. Thanks for the almost unreal time frame. I would have waited for something like that at my old shop for months.. by then I would have made it myself. Won't say what vender.. but they were in Penn.

Rock on and Happy Holidays!

LAWEATHER

Feb 12th 2010, 08:54 PM

I had the boss ask us the same thing the other day. Called WSI (JEFF) He loaded an entire series of auto-plots for every major airport in the US with Base Map - We addedd a RADAR 5-Minute behind it and it works great. Map has 4 built in moves from the East, to South, To Mid-West to SOUTH/WEST Coast. A simple render it SHOWfx and it works great. It taps into FAA reporting sites... all show "0" which represents 15 minute or less delays... goes up from there... Enjoy.

vortmaximum

Feb 13th 2010, 06:18 AM

Thanks

MrWeather

Feb 13th 2010, 02:39 PM

There is a way to plot airport delays from WSI. They have a Show FX scene that they can download to your computer. It will show an FAA delay in minutes from major airports. The data comes in a CSV file at :19: 39: and :59 after the hour. However, it only shows major airports. If you want other airports, you have to call WSI and convince them to add your airport. That's what I had to do. There are were only about eight airports on their list in the entire western United States.

You don't have to use the Show FX scene from them, you can just take the data and plot it on a map or blank background.

Any questions, find me.

ill tempered kelp monkey

Feb 15th 2010, 09:21 AM

Hey Fiddy, you rock.

Serously when I look at the knowledge, helpfulness, friendliness and the competence of technical support, WSI is far ahead of every other weather vendor I have had the pleasure of dealing with. The people in Huntsville are by far the worst.

rdale

Feb 15th 2010, 09:32 AM

WSI is far ahead of every other weather vendor I have had the pleasure of dealing with.

Just don't ask about Grid Algebra ;)

The people in Huntsville are by far the worst.

Huh? I never had a problem getting through, they were the first I know of to do remote desktop to get right in, to systems so I didn't have to describe every click I was making, and whenever I've needed some sort of code tweaked Tony was always around to do it. Baron and WxCentral both had great tech support.

Maybe it was just the types of questions we asked...