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Maxis shaping traffic on Spotify usage

Compelica — Sun, 22 Sep 2019 19:44:36 +0800

I'm not sure if you guys have noticed, but Maxis seems to do traffic shaping when streaming with Spotify on 4G. I use Spotify pretty often when I'm driving and I often get stuttering.

So I turned on my data traffic monitor and I noticed that the data speeds average 60KB/s at most... and this is obviously not sufficient when streaming on very high quality. I'm on MOP 98 with unlimited data so data usage isn't an issue for me - but if Maxis is doing traffic shaping then this obviously this is a concern.

Will open a complaint tonight, but I'd like to see if anyone else is facing this issue.

2012 Perodua Myvi 1.5 SE (M)

Compelica — Sun, 24 Mar 2019 02:32:24 +0800

For sale: Perodua Myvi 1.5 SE GHS (M).

IMAGES HERE: Pictures

Purchased Feb 2012
58,417 KMs mileage, rarely driven
First owner
Excellent interior/exterior condition

Key points:

1. Excellent low mileage. Bought the car in Feb 2012, and current mileage is at 58,417 km. That's about 700 kilometers per month, or 8400 kilometers a year. Car is mostly used for general commuting including to work and places.
2. Car is dutifully serviced at Perodua Glenmarie SC as per booklet schedule. Charcoal canister, steering column recalls and other miscellaneous fixes over time have been performed by Perodua. All maintenance receipts will be provided.
3. Great interior/exterior condition. Car is a garage queen with a roof over its head 95% of the time. Owner does detailing as a hobby which the car maintains its paint protection, luster and cleanliness. Smoke free, never used as a pasar car.
4. First and only owner so you get a car that's been treated with care and with no secrets to hide.

Runs on Alza standard rims, with 195/50/R15 Bridgestone RE003 tyres with 70% remaining tread. I chose those rims due to the OEM quality and access to a better tyre range with that size.

Despite the low mileage, the car sees a good mix of short trips and long distance drives, and has happily done so with no issues whatsoever. A driven car is a happy car.

Will be letting this go at RM26,999. Cash buyers will get a discount. Message me at 0123252776 for more information.

How are parking lots allocated to high rise units?

Compelica — Fri, 08 Feb 2019 00:07:32 +0800

Was wondering, how does the JMB formally allocate parking lots to units? Assuming the parking lot is a multi storey car park, there's two schools of thought here:

1. I pay more for a higher unit, hence I should get a lower parking lot (easier access)
2. The parking lot is an accessory to the unit and is not 'bought' per se, hence to maintain fairness, higher units are allocated higher (worse) parking bays whereas lower units get lower parking lots (better)

My unit is 3 floors away from the highest floor, but I was allocated parking lots on the 2nd highest floor.

[WTS] Ultra Racing Front Lower Bar for Myvi LB 1.3

Compelica — Fri, 15 Apr 2016 11:58:43 +0800

Item(s):
ORIGINAL 4 point front lower bar for first and second gen Myvi 1.3

Package includes:
The bar only

Price:
RM175

Warranty:
Lifetime warranty by Ultra Racing

Dealing method:
COD

Location of seller:
Subang Jaya

Contact method/details:
PM or Whatsapp zero one two three two five two seven seven six

Age of item:
3 months
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Item(s) conditions:
Like new, but with light scratches. No dents or rust. Slight cosmetic damage at one area.

Picture:

Reason for sale:
Not using it anymore as I bought the wrong version of this bar

[WTS] NEW SEALED Corsair HX1050 PSU

Compelica — Thu, 21 Jan 2016 23:00:00 +0800

Item(s):
Corsair HX1050 PSU

Package includes:
Unopened, sealed box

Price:
RM750, negotiable

Warranty:
7 years by Corsair. Receipt is lost but item code is present on the packaging. Warranty should be up to 2019

Dealing method:
COD only

Location of seller:
Subang Jaya

Contact method/details:
PM or Whatsapp zero 012 three two five two seven seven six

Age of item:
3+ years
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Item(s) conditions:
New, unopened, sealed

Picture:
http://imgur.com/a/bk1sX/

Reason for sale:
Was supposed to use it for a build but plans changed

WTS 2015 Latest OBD2 ELM327 BT 3.0 Adapter

Compelica — Sat, 07 Nov 2015 14:05:50 +0800

Personally tested on my Myvi:

» Click to show Spoiler - click again to hide... «

Features:
Small lightweight design
Power button to wake the adapter; automatically powers off after no connection so it does not kill your car's battery
Utilizes BT 3.0 for faster speeds
Uses faster ARM processing chip - better than the generic 'blue' models out there!

What can you do?
Monitor car sensors, in real-time:
Engine RPM
Oxygen sensor values
Short and long fuel trims
Timing advance
Vehicle speed
Throttle position
Intake air temperatures
Measure instantaneous fuel consumption
... and many more!

Diagnose and clear fault codes, from your car. No need to go to the service center to find out the problem!

Protocol support:
SAE J1850 PWM(41.6Kbaud)
SAE J1850 VPW(10.4Kbaud)
ISO9141-2(5 baud init,10.4Kbaud)
ISO14230-4 KWP(5 baud init,10.4 Kbaud)
ISO14230-4 KWP(fast init,10.4 Kbaud)
ISO15765-4 CAN(11bit ID,500 Kbaud)
ISO15765-4 CAN(29bit ID,500 Kbaud)
ISO15765-4 CAN(11bit ID,250 Kbaud)
ISO15765-4 CAN(29bit ID,250 Kbaud)
SAE J1939 CAN(29bit ID,250*Kbaud)
USER1 CAN(11*bit ID,125*Kbaud)
USER2 CAN(11*bit ID,50*kbaud)

Other vehicles supported:
Benz 2001/02/03 W203 C200K (ISO)
BMW X5 2002 (ISO) -3, -5/X5/Z3/Z4/Z8/740I/740L/750IL, (ISO1941) Chevrolet Aveo (ISO)
Citroen C3 2004 (ISO)
Daihatsu YRV 2005 (ISO)
Daihatsu YRV Turbo 2006 (ISO)
Fiat Tipo 2002 (ISO)
Ford New ocus 2006(CAN)
Honda Accord 2006 JDM (ISO)
Honda Accord Euro R 2004 JDM (ISO)
Honda City GD8 (ISO)
Honda Civic ES 1.6A (ISO)
Honda Integra Type R DC5 JDM (ISO)
Honda Jazz 1.4M (ISO)
Hyundai Accent 2004 (ISO)
Hyundai Getz 1.3A 2004 (ISO)
Hyundai Getz 1.6M 2004 (ISO)
Hyundai Matrix 2004 (ISO)
Hyundai Santa Fe 2.4A (ISO)
Hyundai Sonata GLS (ISO)
Hyundai Sonata 2005 (ISO)
Hyundai Tuscani FX (ISO)
Kia Carens 2005 (ISO)
Kia Magentis 2005 (ISO)
Kia Rio LS (ISO)
Kia Sorento SUV 2005 (ISO)
Lexus es300 Mazda 2 (CAN)
Mazda 5 (CAN)
Mazda 6 (CAN)
Mazda Premacy 2001 (ISO)
Mazda RX8 (CAN)
Mitsubishi Colt 2003 (ISO)
Mitsubishi Colt Plus 2005 (ISO)
Mitsubishi Eclipse (GST--Turbo Car can be tested for the year 1995-2000; 8.2 * 4.6 * 2cm RS/GS 1994-1996 GS all can do; Turbo Car for the year 1996-2000, only have speed and TPS, can clear the DTCS) .
Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution IX 2006 (ISO)
Mitsubishi Pajero 3.5 V6 2006 (ISO)
Nissan Sunny B14 (ISO)
Nissan Sunny VIP FB15 (ISO)
Nissan X-Trail 2.0L 2004 (ISO)
Nissan X-Trail 2.5L 2004 (ISO)
Peugeot 206 2001 Only can show RPM
Peugeot 206 (ISO)
Peugeot 407 (ISO)
Renault Megane II 2005 (ISO)
Renault Kangoo 2006 (ISO)
Subaru Impreza 1.6TS 2002 (ISO)
Subaru Impreza WRX 2005 (ISO)
Nissan Sunny (N16)
Nissan Cefiro (Teana) 2005
Nissan Sentra 1.8 2000/2005
Nissan Cefiro (Teana) 2005
Proton Perdana V6
Subaru Legacy GT 2005
Peugeot 206 2000
Suzuki Jimny 1.3 2000
Perodua Myvi 2011 1.3
Perodua Myvi 2011 1.5
Perodua Alza (big thanks to cleaner)

Comes with:
Box
OBD2 adapter
Instruction manual
Software CD

Price
RM99 + RM7 for shipping
(recommended to COD as I can guide you thru the process - Subang Jaya, PJ and certain locations of KL)

Warranty
3 days

Contact:
Whatsapp or SMS 0123252776, or PM

Peeking Pedobear decal

Compelica — Mon, 29 Jun 2015 10:03:10 +0800

Item(s):
Peeking Pedobear decal. Perfect for corners and edges!

Package includes:
1x Pedobear decal, size in 19cm x 11.684cm

Price:
RM10, add RM4 for Pos Expres

Warranty:
None

Dealing method:
COD or shipping

Location of seller:
Subang Jaya (nights), KLCC (days)

Contact method/details:
PM, message or Whatsapp 012 three two five two seven seven six

Age of item:
New!

Item(s) conditions:
New, but in limited amounts

Picture:

Reason for sale:
Made a few extras, letting go the rest for sale

Sony Xperia Z1 White (C6903)

Compelica — Sun, 11 Jan 2015 21:42:03 +0800

Item(s):
Sony Xperia Z1 White boxed set (AP, C6903)
Package includes:
What you get in the box (phone, charger, USB cable, manuals, receipt from SATU Gadget). Will throw in a Metal-Slim Rubber + TPU bumper casing to sweeten the deal. Screen protectors already applied. Link to bumper review found here and here.

Price:
RM880

Warranty:
None

Dealing method:
COD only

Location of seller:
Subang Jaya

Contact method/details:
PM, or call, SMS or whatsapp zero one two three two five two seven seven six.

Age of item:
Exactly 1 year
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Item(s) conditions:
99% perfect. No drops, screen protector applied on both sides and with Metal-Slim white bumper case since day one.
Picture:

Reason for sale:
Extra phone

Recommendation for CPU, board and RAM

Compelica — Fri, 01 Nov 2013 02:51:09 +0800

Hi guys, I'd like a little help on deciding on these 3 things within 1.2K. But first, a little backstory...

My PC died - AM2+ rig, was adamantly trying to get my Phenom II 550 BE with an unlocked core stable at high speeds when I popped one of the VRMs on the board and it cascaded down to my processor. The PSU and GC survived, and I'm happy with them so we'll leave those out.

I've been really out of the loop since the K10 days so I'm still trying to adjust with all the new-fangled designs and architectures (graphics capabilities on the CPU, wow!) and this mandatory upgrade will be quite urgent as I will need my PC back in service. Will want to do some OCing, but I heard Haswell won't even touch it except for the Ks which IMO, not worth the price.

Anyhow, I'm open to any recommendations. Thanks

How simple/difficult is it to get laws changed?

Compelica — Wed, 25 Sep 2013 21:47:21 +0800

I was reading on a topic where a fellow forumer had a car damaged in a hit-and-run situation where it was significantly damaged (curious people, here). The situation looks simple enough, claim the other party's insurance and get it fixed - but apparently it's not that easy as public transports, to my knowledge have a different vehicle insurance structure, and the person affected will have to claim their own insurance hence losing their NCB despite finding themselves not at fault.

Obviously at the surface this sounds downright bullcrap and unfair, as bus drivers won't care as they are not accountable for their actions. I know there might be other issues which we do not see but how do we get things changed? Why can't public transports be accountable for mishaps like this under law? And how come we do not see these issues brought up in Parliament? As I know, this has been the status quo for years and no one has bothered to bring it up.

Serious answers please. I'm not too well versed with the law and how it works, so it would be very kind of you guys to explain.

USPS Parcel Missing!

Compelica — Fri, 16 Aug 2013 01:20:19 +0800

Hi guys, I need your help. I bought an item from eBay on 18/7/2013, with the courier using USPS Priority Mail International. The tracking stopped after the item was shipped out of the US, and the seller isn't replying any mails or helping either. It's almost a month and I still see no head or tail of the parcel!

I haven't received any calls nor letters from Customs or Pos Malaysia. I've tried using the tracking number LJXXXXXXXXXUS at the PosDaftar site and it's not in the system. Other than sitting and waiting, what are my options at this point? How do I check with Customs or Pos Malaysia to see whether they are holding my parcel, and what info will they need?

Please help guys. It's my first purchase from eBay and I want to do all I can before filing a dispute which would take even longer...

Daisy chaining routers for wireless coverage

Thu, 01 Jan 1970 07:30:00 +0800

Daisy chaining routers for wireless coverage

Compelica — Mon, 03 Jun 2013 19:41:57 +0800

I was wondering if I could do this at my home to improve the wireless coverage, but I'm not sure whether it would be possible.

I have three routers; a Technicolor TG784N V3 (the Maxis one), a Linksys WRT54GL and a NetGear router. The current setup is below:

1. Technicolor as router, connected to modem.
2. Linksys is connected to Technicolor via ethernet (rear LAN port).
3. Linksys' DHCP has been disabled.
4. Linksys' LAN ports are connected to PCs around the house.
5. Linksys' wireless is disabled. (Both routers are downstairs so I do not see a point.)

Now, one of the LAN ports on the Linksys is unused, and the network coverage upstairs is poor. Can I connect a LAN cable from the Linksys to the Netgear router, open an SSID point on Netgear, which the devices then connect from there? If it's possible, am I able to group them all under a single SSID, which the Technicolor currently broadcasts?

Thanks in advance.

I like buckets, so...

Compelica — Sat, 04 May 2013 03:50:17 +0800

... where can I buy one of these?

I need the scale and its transparency as I need to accurately mix and measure, those shops that sell plasticware don't have them as they seem to be suited more for industrialised use.

PC tripping when room air-cond compressor kicks in

Compelica — Mon, 22 Oct 2012 10:52:04 +0800

Hi guys,

My desktop PC's power supply (NOT THE PSU) comes from my magnetic starter of my air-conditioner. The issue is when the air-conditioner's compressor starts up, my PC trips and screen goes blank. Fans, and hard disks are still running though. I have a voltage regulator plugged in between the PC and aircon power outlet, but it still trips.

I understand that this is likely a safety function built into the PSU when the POWER GOOD signal fails as the compressor draws a sudden power load when it switches on. Would a UPS work in this case? I can't switch to another power outlet as that is the only outlet nearby.

Thanks!

T-Bolt Hose Clamps

Compelica — Thu, 31 May 2012 16:59:16 +0800

Anyone knows where I can source for T-bolt hose clamps, the ones used to attach silicon pipes to tubes and is used for high pressure applications - eg. turbocharged cars? All I find are worm gear clamps, and the shops that carry them try to chop my head off with it.

I know they may be cheap items compared to problems such as boost leaks but saving a few ringgit goes a long way

edit: in any case no one knows what it is here's a picture - http://hose-clamp.chinese-suppliers.com/p_...se_clamp/15.jpg

Weathershield rattle when deep bass is played

Compelica — Mon, 21 May 2012 11:34:22 +0800

Hi guys, I'm having a bit of a problem with some rattling sounds, and it's annoying.

The new Myvi uses 6.5inch speakers mounted at the rear doors, and when there is deep bass played loud, a rattling sound can be heard from both of them. I removed the door panels to check which component was shaking but it turns out that it was the weathershield (that clear transparent plastic which is attached to the door metal panel and protects the components from rain) was actually rattling. After doing a bit of testing, it was because the door was so tightly sealed and had very little airholes for the speakers, which causes the weathershield to shake and vibrate as the speaker tries to pull in and push out air. This only happens for bassy tracks which does a lot of air pushing so it's pretty confirmed.

Without tearing or poking holes, is there any way I could reduce the rattling? I was thinking of sticking foam sheets on the weathershield so it does not vibrate too much when it's heavier but not sure how effective that may be.

Universal Copy Paste (UCP)

Compelica — Sun, 19 Feb 2012 03:12:46 +0800

Hi guys,

So I had a bit of free time last week and I made an app to solve a problem that irritates me to no end - my friend would send me a link on Whatsapp or BBM, and I would prefer to access that link on my PC which has a faster connection, a bigger screen and with better compatibility. I can't remember how many times I had to read it off the small screen word-for-word to type it into my browser to get one character wrong and screw the entire thing up. Even worse is that most links aren't natural words which we aren't really too accustomed to type especially with all those rarely used characters.

This app, called Universal Copy Paste (or UCP for short) takes your URL or text that you want to copy and gives you a word as a passphrase to retrieve your copied text. For example, you want to watch

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Graq4vuZCQ0

...on your PC. You insert it into the app, and the app gives you the word 'hungry' as your key. On your PC, you access this site:

http://www.compelica.com/ucp/

...key in your passphrase, and retrieve back the link/text. The passphrase is valid for 30 minutes, and anyone can retrieve this URL/text as long as they know the passphrase.

You can download the app for Android here, but you will need to allow unsigned applications on your phone though. Alternately if you don't have an Android you can still use the online version at the link above. If you guys have questions, feedback or opinions, please post here constructively - I'm all ears.

Hope this little app helps you about in your daily life

10CMs at my front door panels

Compelica — Fri, 06 May 2011 20:20:40 +0800

Got a pair of 10cm Pioneer speakers and I thought of putting them to good use. My pre bug-eyed Kancil already has slots for that size at the front side panels, so I thought of placing it in the car. Could use a good weekend project if it's easy enough lol.

So now, just a few questions:

1. Can the speakers fit the door without obstructing the power windows? If yes, where can I get the plywood door panels drilled to fit them? I've not much power tools at home.
2. Can I use it together with my stock rear speakers and still use my stock HU? Kancils are just too easy to break in, so I'm not planning to change it anytime soon.

And other questions if I don't have the proper tools:

1. How much will it roughly cost to get this done at a shop?

edit: btw, that speaker model I'm talking about is a Pioneer TS-G1012R.

Thanks guys

Car Antenna

Compelica — Sun, 17 Apr 2011 02:02:20 +0800

My kancil's radio reception has been getting really poor lately. I'd drive around and all I hear are music and static mixing up. And one fine day when I switched it on - totally nothing.

So I pulled out the HU and tested it with my FM modulator, no problems. Whipped out the multimeter and measured resistance from the antenna plug to the antenna end, and it reported 172 ohms, and even zero. It's probably time for a new one.

So where can I get the antenna fixed, or replaced? Any accessories shops to recommend?