Phase 6s Transition

Sala Transition

The new building of the 6s development phase will be ready for the end of the year 2024. A gradual transition into the new building will take place from that time.

Sala Transition Officer
Current Officer Cittadhammo Bhikkhu
Contact

transition6s@amaravati.org
Date July 2024 - June 2025
Previous Officer Ajahn Narindo

Please address all communication regarding the transition to transition6s@amaravati.org. It is important not to disturb Rachaya work load. Thank you for your consideration.

Role & Responsibilities 

More information about the 6s transition can be found on wiki.amaravati.org -> Long Term Dev -> phase-6s-transition

Practical Information


Practical Information

Calendar

Priorities

Which area to prioritise first?

  1. Kitchen Set Up -> ordering -> installation -> training -> running
  2. Sala Set-Up (Living Space, Entrances and Eating Area, bowl washing area) -> ordering -> storing -> running
  3. Audio/Video (mic, PA, Live stream, recording of opening ceremony)
  4. Network -> ordering -> installation -> switch over (done by Rachaya?)
  5. Storage (moving out of RC, blue containers) -> shelving (ordering) -> moving & storing -> usable storage
  6. Grounds
  7. Recycle
  8. Workshop
  9. Flower
  10. Garden

Calendar

Calendar Link


Practical Information

Communication Chanels

Contact Nun for 6s Transition

The role of the Contact Nun for 6s Transition is to liaise every relevant information regarding the 6s transition to the nuns community and collect feedback and decision from them. This feedback and communal decision need to be communicated to the Sala Transition Officer.

Some area of the transition will particularly affect the nuns and a good communication channel need to be established: Nuns vestry, Nun's eating area, phone room, double servery, flower studio, storages, etc.

Useful documents

Organisation chart Dec 2023 amended.pdf

Notes

Practical Information

Budget

Transition Budget

£100'000

Who pays

ADL pays for fixed installation

EST can pay for non-built-in installation

Practical Information

Constraints

Subsections

Subsections

Storage Workshop Transition

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Responsibilities

Ajahn Jivako + Tan Samahito

Shelvings and bins: Tan Balado

Inventory: Tan Karunno

Purge: Tan Issaro

Steps

  1. Inventory of what we have (shelves and items) (April to July)
  2. Get what we need (shelves and boxes)
  3. Make a plan of where things go (futur)
  4. Move all the stuff when it is ready (futur)


Plan of the workshop

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Sections

Shelves Inventory

In charge: ???

Location Quantity Width (m) Height (m) Depth (m) Layers
Bookstore 5 1.54 2.44 0.62 To check
Bookstore 1 2.40 2.50 0.90 To check

Items Inventory

In charge: ??? (Sister Nyanasiri for the painting?)

Store Item Quantity ?? ?? ??
Hardware section










What go where? (next step)

Subsections

Monastics phone rooms

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Actual measurement

Monk (nun)

Wall decoration

Wall sticker - more or less 60£

For monks
This wallpaper?  
The Width of the wall (Meter) : 5402
The height of the wall (Meter) : 2629
Total Square Meter : 5.5m²
Price: £51.77
For nuns
This wallpaper
90cm x 60cm
Price: £14.99 (price changes with the wallpaper chosen)


Total price for wallpaper: around 60£

Furnitures and materials to get

Tablet Samsung Galaxy Tab + - 192£

Tablet Stand Holder - 19.9£

Desk lamp - 20£

Desk table - 34£

White Board - 19.2£

Corded phone (only for nuns) - 55.5£

Total = 338.7 x 2 (for monks and nuns) + 55.5 = 672.9£

Subsections

Kitchen

Kitchen Transition Officer

Khun Maew

Role: details TBD

  1. Training
  2. Buying Appliance (not fixed ones)
  3. Installing Kitchen main appliance  (september) Training in it (october). This is part of our contract with contractors.

Kitchen Transition Team

  1. Khun Maew (Kitchen Transition Coordinator)
  2. Nam Hong (Kitchen Coordinator)
  3. Charle (Head Cook)
  4. Eleonora (Site Manager)
  5. Monk Kitchen Liaison, Aj. Nyanadassano
  6. Nun Kitchen Liaison, Sister Tejasa
  7. Anagarika Chloé

Work Division

Inventory + Buying equipment

Training on Kitchen Equipment (filming the training and documenting)

 Training on Safety

Transition Steps

  1. Introduction Meeting 
  2. Visit of the Kitchen (with Rachaya) 
  3. Decide what need to be bought
  4. Buying and storing
    1. Arrange with the manufacturer to have a training session or demonstration (electric wok, etc.)
  5. Cleaning
  6. Equipping
  7. Manager Office
    1. Computer
    2. Shelves
    3. Desk 
    4. Chair
    5. Bins
    6. Printer
    7. Label maker
  8. Labelling doors for different storage.
  9. Think about the New Routines
  10. Bin Collection transfers need to happen with Washing up 
  11. Fire drill and Fire Suppression training
  12. Tested and pre-run (1 week)
  13. Try different set-up  (1 month)
  14. Solve practical issue (2 months)
  15. Kitchen Schedule
  16. Split Servery

Kitchen Soft Landing


Date Breakfast Cooking Grocery Dana Anumodana  Food Serving Washing Up Bin Collection
13th FRI RC RC SALA RC RC RC RC
14th SAT SALA

RC

(Moving out Kitchen Equipment in PM) 

 SALA TEMPLE

RC

(MONK eat in SALA)

 RC RC

15th SUN

(Moon day)

 SALA (Community Breakfast)

No Cooking

(Moving out Kitchen Equipment in AM)

 SALA SALA
+ Paritta in Sala		 SALA

SALA

 SALA
16th MON SALA SALA SALA SALA SALA SALA SALA

Kitchen Training (Incl Khun Maew)

Questions

Documents

Plans

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Detailed plan with appliances numbers

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https://drive.google.com/file/d/1WAqv54b6zmnZIGEoTF_YcE3gfmmjKuEn/view?usp=sharing

Equipment Layout

This is the list of equipment that the contractor will provide. 

GWL-JD-AMA-GA-01A - Equipment Layout (1).pdf

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Google Doc document

The Site Manager (Eleonora) has a dedicated Drive for the Kitchen Transition.

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Specification by Keith Winton Design

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Keith Winton Design Spec

Kitchen Cut List

Eleonora and Aj Narindo created a revised schedule of items to be bought. You can access the list on the second tab of this spreadsheet (it has been updated recently, this is a copy of the original)

Make sure you buy something that has the same spec as was initially prescribed: power, drainage, better to stick to model.

Delivery date for item, earliest: 23rd of September

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Shelving

Areas for shelving include cooking space, dry store, kitchen store, flower studio - fitted after flooring at end October. We should order items for delivery end October/beginning November

Pots and pans

Deciding re pots and pans quite important

Induction Magnet Test
The first test is the magnet test. Start by placing a magnet on the base of your pan, and if it sticks firmly, it will work with your induction cooker. If it doesn’t stick firmly, it may work, however it will not work efficiently. If the magnet does not draw toward the pan's base, the pan does not have the metals to create heat with an induction cooker. You can efficiently test to see if your pots and pans are induction ready by using a refrigerator magnet.

Induction Boiling Water Test
The next text you can try is the water test. You can do this by pouring a little bit of water into the pot or pan you wish to test and set it on the unit. If you receive an error message, this means the cookware is not induction friendly.

Sala Transition Items for Action 

(Does not include Workshop or Garden Building)

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Subsections

Retreat Center

Timeline and areas

Steps (to sort)

(Before WR)

Furniture Store

Temporary Sala

Guest Rooms and Bodhi House

Storage puzzle

Maria's Note about Kitchen

Ideally, the former dining area can be cleared at the beginning of the winter retreat as the floor needs to be looked at and repaired.
That needs to be liaised with the site manager Eleanora

In the DINING AREA (linoleum) are at present : two cupboards RCK6  and RCK7, the big grey Gram fridge B1 (All marked on the attached present kitchen plan)
 and the small freezer next to the big fridge, the chest freezer B3 has stopped working and the little one was taken from the RC kitchen container.
All that needs to be moved into the KITCHEN AREA  (red floor tiles).

There is a counter fridge with drawers next to the back sink.
It needs repairs to its drawers and to be moved to the other side of the sink.

The area between the combi oven and the counter fridge  I need to find a table /cupboard that will fit into the space between that fridge and combi oven.

The previous cupboard will not fit anymore due to the combi oven .
I would like to find out if one can put the filter for the combi oven on the shelf of the combi oven table, as that will free up more space for a longer cupboard.

Everything else, please move out, take off the walls and the ceiling.

If some furnishings, shelves, etc are not being used in the new main kitchen, please let me know. Some of it could be used in the Retreat Centre Kitchen.

 Empty both larders, including big metal cabinet

Empty sangha room except the white cupboards: 

Empty flower shed: but leave the  high up shelves 

The kitchen does not need any of the blue containers nor the walk in fridge behind the kitchen.

There are also the old cooker  from the old kitchen and the industrial spin dryer from the monks' scullery. 
Can they go on eBay, free cycle or taken to the recycling. They are now in the back of the kitchen under the  extracting duct.

Most of the old RC kitchen and dining room furniture will be used again, which is stored in the RC kitchen container.

It would be good   to put the RC kitchen in place and have it as back up for the main kitchen and store surplus main monastery kitchen cupboards etc in the freed space if there will be a storage issue.
It is possible to use the kitchen with RC kitchen equipment as it was used in the past when the old kitchen was refurbished.  

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Inventory

Cupboard 

Ref Description W D H use in TK use in NK
S1 Servery with wheels 183 60 65

S2 Servery with wheels 183 60 65

S3 Servery with wheels 183 60 65

S4 Servery with wheels 180 60 65








CK3 Cupboard, open, 2 shelves 150 60 90

CK11 Drawer set, 3d 60 60 90








NS1 Cupboard (HW urn) 120 65 85

NS2 Cupboard 150 65 87








CK2 Cupboard, open, 2 shelves 180 65 90

CK10 Drawer set, 3d 60 65 89








RCK6 Cupboard (servery) with drawers/shelves 153 69 90

RCK7 Cupboard (servery) with shelves 232 70 90






















RCK13 Cupboard (Water Urn, cups etc), wood 156 52 92 not needed
RCK 14 Cupboard, wood 92 60 155 not needed

Tables

Ref Description W D H use in TK use in NK
MS3 Table with shelf (recycling) 122 76 90

RCK8 Table, 1 shelf 122 76 91

CK4 Prep table, 1 shelf, 1 drawer 120 75 89

CK5 Prep table, 1 shelf, 1 drawer 120 75 89

CK7 Prep table, 1 shelf, 1 bottomless drawer 150 65 89

CK6 Prep table, 1 shelf 150 65 89

NS3 Table (no shelf) 90 65 87








CK8 Prep table, 1 shelf 180 65 89

CK9 Prep table, 1 shelf 120 65 89

CK12 Table 60 60 90

CK13 Table with shelf 60 60 90

RCK10 Table, no shelf 100 60 90

RCK9 Table, no shelf 237 80 90

RCK12 Prep table (1 shelf, wood base) 195 101 87

RCK11 Prep Table 224 59 85

Equipment

Ref Description W D H use in TK use in NK
F1 Fridge 65 60 190

F2 Fridge 65 60 190

F3 Fridge 3 (glass door) 65 60 196

B1 Fridge (ex RC) 70 90 200

B2 Freezer 1 112 65 88

B3 Freezer 2 162 65 88








RCK17 Freezer (RC office) 55 60 85 maybe
RCK2 Countertop fridge 90 70 88 insert in cupboard row
RCK3 Fridge + freezer 60 65 198 not needed
RCK18 Fridge (RC office) 59 60 184 not needed
RCK1 Stove (10 fires, 2 ovens) 153 80 91

CK24 Wok cooker 93 105 125 not needed
CK23 Stove (6 fires, 1 oven) 91 80 91 not needed

Sinks

Ref Description W D H use in TK use in NK
RCK4 Sink (north side) 220 60 88

MS1 Sink with shelf (laundry) 207 65 95

NS4 Sink (double) with shelf 266 70 91 substitute with NS4
CK1 Sink with shelf (175) 253 80 92

RCK5 Sink (east side) 480 80 92

MS2 Sink with shelf (dishwashing) 250 82 93

Other

Ref Description W D H
use in TK use in NK
MS4 Steel Trolley 98 41 111


RCK 15 Shelf rack w/wheels, 4s 60 60 196


CK21 Shelf set with wheels, 5s 150 40 180


NS10-11 Wall shelf (2x) 180 35 30 in alcove?

CK15-16 Wall shelf (2x) 90 35 30 in alcove?

CK17-20 Wall shelf (4x) 120 35 30


NS9 Wall shelf 120 35 30


CK22 Draining/towel hanger wall shelf 80 27 20 side of north sink?

CK14 Mixer stand (wood) 69 60 76


S4 Sala trolley (wood) 100 70 110


RCK13 Cupboard (Water Urn, cups etc), wood 156 52 92 not needed

RCK 14 Cupboard, wood


not needed

NS8 Broom cupboard (plastic) 70 43 182 not needed

RCK 16 Shelf rack white 120 34 164 throw away!!

Possible dining room chairs

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Time off

Maria: February (ideally)
Jenna: January 

Jenna Notes

Transition: Retreat Centre Household

1) Temporary Furniture Store / RC Men’s Dorm:
* Non-RC Furniture and Books to be removed by end of December at latest.
*  RC Furniture left in room – we will sort this.
* Then Room deep – cleaned by work monk/nun teams (hasn’t been cleaned for 4 years!)
*  IMPORTANT:  Where can furniture and books go? Will Old workshop be empty?
                             

2) Temporary Sala / RC Women’s Dorm:
* If Possible, vacate by end on December?
* Doors in side wall to be reconverted to windows by contractors 
   Hopefully during Winter Retreat Jan or Feb?. (To check with Eleonora about this).
* We will then set up women’s dorm during winter retreat (March)


3) Other Rooms in RC Currently used by Guests and Bodhi House:
* Winter Retreat: It’s Ok for these to be occupied during winter retreat as usual.
*  But we will need some room for RC helpers during this time too. We suggest:
    RC uses about 5 rooms to include 4,5,6 and two of the male guest rooms (17,18)
* This would leave 6 rooms for male winter retreat helpers and 6 for female.
    Guest monk: 16,19, 20, 21, 22, 23; Guest nun: 10, 11, 12, 13, 14 ,15 (see below)
* Note: 3 Rooms off Sala – currently used for storage (13,14,15) to be reconverted to rooms
   For winter retreat female guest use.
* April: We will continue to need some rooms for helpers in April.
   As suggested winter retreat helpers could stay on until the end of April.
   Suggest that from start of April, new guests only booked into Karunasom/ male guest area
   But people staying on after winter retreat can stay on in RC up to end of April if needed.
* We would ask that s rooms are vacated, they can also have a deep clean.
* Also suggest maybe no new Bodhi House bookings in RC from April.
* May: We need to have RC completely vacated by start of May to prepare rooms.
* Items in the RC Rooms to be labelled. NB almost all furniture is RC furniture.
   A few items go to monastery – eg table in room 7.


4) Items to be Returned to RC:
* In Heartwood House there are currently about 6 beds belonging to the RC.
   These were borrowed by a previous Lodgings monk when the monks moved into the
   House as there were no beds there. But on the understanding that they were just on loan 
   And would be given back when retreats resumed.
* So we will be needing them back by the beginning of April at the latest. And the Lodgings
    Monk will need to find some new beds and also mattresses which also came from the RC.
    The bedding belongs to Heartwood.  I will contact the Lodgings monk and copy you in –
    I forgot to mention this when we spoke.      

Return Bed form Heartwood House: A previous lodgings monk had asked to borrow about 6 RC beds and mattresses when the monks moved into Heartwood House (around 2021/22?) on the understanding that they would be returned when we needed them to start up retreats again. So that time has come- or will shortly come! And we will need those beds and mattresses back- I would say around the start of April. So the current Lodgings monk and monks community will need to get some new beds and mattresses from somewhere by early April. 


          

To Do

Subsections

Audio Video

Dates

End of September/early October equipment is ready to be tested

Video Team

Members

Responsibility

  1. Setting up the camera in the new Sala (high priority)
    1. Starting with one camera, possibly able to be mounted on two location?  
    2. Connecting the camera to the network for live-streaming
    3. Connecting the camera to the recorder for video editor (add to buying list)
    4. Establishing a routine for the video officer and video editor and their operation
      1. Who will be in charge or operating, editing, posting, etc.
      2. Documenting the procedures
  2. Setting up the lighting (high priority)
  3. Setting up the AV room and Camera cupboard with all the items needed (work with audio team) 
    1. Furnitures, 
    2. Shelving
    3. etc.
  4. Setting up the projector (Tan Jalito) 
    1. We need to buy the projector (ultra short through doesn't have to be, but seems to be a good option)
    2. Electric Sockets are on the walls
    3. Video sockets? 
    4. Ethernet socket?
    5. Contractor provide up to the socket (ceiling speakers are included) 
    6. Screen is already installed, remote to control it. (should be fixed to the wall)
  5. Documenting the process of recording etc.
  6. Training other member of the community how to use and do the process
  7. Thinking about the routine, who is responsible for operating the process

Budget

Specs

BLACKMAGIC 6K PRO WORKFLOW:

 

Checklist for Recording Day:

STEPS

COMMENTS/ HOW TO..

On the ground:


1. Turn on Nano II Controller Wheel;            2. Turn on Bluetooth

 1.2 Press Rec button for couple of seconds;                                                              1.2 Bluetooth or 🏠 icon -> Connection -> ON -> Settings -> Search and tap on Camera's code ->  ✅️  -> Confirm.

3. Turn On External Monitor and Atem (if needed).


On the Ladders:


4. Power on Camera and Pan/Tilt

4.1 Make sure power is on 🔌.                                                                                      4.2 Turn On camera manually.

5. Connect Focus motor to External Power bank

Make sure that Motor has purple colour on and is connected to the Wheel. Calibrate motor if needed.

6. Connect External Hard Drive

Use USB cable connected to Camera.

7. Remove lens cap


8. Review all cables connected to camera and Pan / Tilt.

HDMI; USB; Audio; Power supply adaptors.

On the ground:


9. On External Monitor check if camera’s position is correct.

Use a SYRP app on iPad to addict camera’s position if needed. Make sure focus is correct.

10. Start Recording

Press Rec button

11. Stop recording

Again Press Rec button

12. Turn Off Nano II Controller Wheel; External monitor and Atem


On the Ladders:


13. Turn Off Camera; Disconnect Motor from Power bank (USB); Remove External Hard drive (USB)


14. Put on Lens cap


15. Turn Off Power supply adaptors  (Camera and Pan / Tilt)

 

Equipment List

  1. BMPCC 6K Pro Camera
  2. Canon 70-300mm Lens (EF mount)
  3. Tilta Nucleus Nano II Follow Focus System
  4. Rod Baseplate 
  5. 15-300 mm Rod (for mounting follow focus motor)
  6. Power Solutions (Power supply adaptor for camera; External power bank for Motor)
  7. External Monitor 
  8. External Power bank (for the motor)
  9. Pan / Tilt
  10. Dove plate (for camera balance)
  11. USB (x3) / HDMI (x2) cables
  12. ATEM MINI PRO (for lifstreem)
  13. Laptop (for lifestreem and camera, bluetooth and Atem softwares/apps)
  14. Base to secure Pan / Tilt
  15. Chain to secure camera

SETUP STEPS:

1. Lens Mounting

2. Add Rod Support System

3. Follow Focus Motor Setup

4. Powering the Follow Focus

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5. Calibrate the Follow Focus

  1. Connect Motor to Power Bank;
  2. Power on the Nucleus Nano II system:
  3. On the weel tap on A/B tag; tap on Connect tag; tap on 2.4G 'ON'; go to CHANNELS sellect manual and search.
  4. Press the motor twice and make sure there is a purple color for focus and (if using) blue color for zoom on second motor.
  5. On weel select the motor model that appear on the screen.

6. Connect camera and Nano II weel to Bluetooth (for camera settings control)

7. Camera Configuration

8. Power Management

WEEKLY WORKFLOW:

1. Pre-Shoot Preparation (on ladders)

2. Camera Visual Alignment

  1.          Turn on the BMPCC 6K Pro and connect Motor to External Power Bank and SD Hard drive to camera via USB cabels.

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  1.          Verify the frame alignment with the podium or seat where the speaker will be.


3. Adjusting Pan/Tilt from iPad (if needed)

4. Pre-Recording Checklist

5. Recording

6. Post-Recording


End-of-Day Routine (on ladders)

  1. Power down all equipment.
  2. Cover the camera and lens with a dust protector.
  3. Check Power bank and Nano II controller weel if need to recharge for the next session.
  4. Store the Tilta Nano II controller and other peripherals securely.


Troubleshooting Notes

This workflow ensures minimal manual adjustments while maximizing control through remote apps and maintaining consistency for weekly Dhamma talks.

Tan Jalito's comments

Tan Issaro's comments

Advantages of using the PTZ Canon camera:

Disadvantages of using the PTZ Canon camera:

Advantages of using Pocket Blackmagic Design camera:

Disadvantages of using Pocket Blackmagic Design camera:

An Egle's comments:

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cr-n500-4.jpg PTZ camera 4K (Canon) - 5100£

61v97OwrsCL._AC_SL1200_.jpg  Pocket camera 6K (BlackMagic) - 2000£

Black Magick 6k MANUAL:

https://documents.blackmagicdesign.com/UserManuals/BlackmagicCinemaCameraManual.pdf 

best opption for wireless control: TILTA NUCLEUS NANO II (for remote control zoom and focus): 

MANUAL: Nucleus-Nano-II-User-Guide-20230912.pdf

https://tilta.com/shop/nucleus-nano-ii-wireless-lens-control-system/?srsltid=AfmBOorj2lTqmcLKj7rFsYHFFQwLcxhVsOMcpvc_e95OOAEDISXkaV-J

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_gnZQTpzTVk

BM file sizes:

https://www.newsshooter.com/2019/08/09/blackmagic-design-releases-pocket-cinema-camera-6k-with-ef-mount/

BM remote control via ATEM:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5XZYZQJCmb4&t=3s

Full remote zoom control via ATEM:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uoPz1is1bCY&list=LL&index=3

CAMERA TEST (an estimated date 30th of September) EQUIPMENT:

Audio Team

Members

Responsibility

Budget

Specs

Notes

  1. Suggestions were given for the construction and separation of the (currently) shared cupboard space in the Monks Eating Area, to separate the audio equipment space from the cushion storage space. This is to ensure that the dust from the cushion storage does not have a negative impact on the life expectancy of the electronics (especially the rotary/linear pots on the mixer) in the audio equipment.
  2. Another suggestion was a change of the location for the audio inputs/outputs for the Cloister, thereby connecting the audio from the Temple, Sala and the Outdoor areas. Something that was not practically feasible before. (see point 6)
  3. The dual mic is digital, and it would be better to have radio UHF one less prone to interference
    [Q] Can we remove it from the list and buy it ourselves, we would choose Shure GLXD24R+/SM58 instead
    See Mics for more information 
  4. Warranty, how do we manage? [Q]
  5. Suggestions for the cloister audio mixer that link the temple and the Sala (by Tan Karunno)
    For the cloister audio mixer, Tan Karunno propose to buy 

    Yamaha MG10 10-Channel Mixer from:

    1. https://www.musicmatter.co.uk/yamaha-mg10
    2. https://www.pmtonline.co.uk/yamaha-mg10-mixing-desk
    3. https://www.gak.co.uk/en/yamaha-mg10-mixer/93163

    Also, note that Microphone cables are not on any list so far.

Projector

Note

  1. [Q] we have to provide the projector ourselves
  2. [Q] target budget
  3. 3 Options
    1. Long distance projector mounted on the opposite wall
    2. Ultra Short throw mounted at the top of the screen
    3. Ultra Short throw as a portable unit that sits in front of the screen when needed (with small cart)
      1. Need a place to store the projector and the cart.
  4. Can we move the screen to the right?

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Long range projectors

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Short throw

Documents

 ‘Acoustic - Public Announcement System’ Drive Folder

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Audio & Video proposal - 6s
T. Narindo and T. Jalito (25 November 2021)

Proposal_ AV Sala - project 6s.pdf

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Plans

Screen

What is the quality of the screen? Is it good enough for Ultra Short Throw?

This is the brand of the screen we have, not sure exactly which size, probably 135'' or 150'' version: https://www.platinumhomecinema.co.uk/product-category/electric-screens-matte-white/

The room is 15m wide wall to wall

AV Store

 Drawing for the AV rack in the AV room

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Comments:

Initial Drawing

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Actual measurement:

Camera Cup'd

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Monk's Eating Area Cushion Cabinet (Where the PA system is)

Actual measurement:

Subsections

Sala Chamber & Living Spaces

Main Plans

Measuring for shelves can only be done after walls are plastered/complete. ~ Early September [T]

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 101-Rev B Ground Floor Plan

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102-Rev A First Floor Plan

Blinds and Curtains - Urgent to get measured and ordered in Multi-purpose Room, Parents' Room, Bhikkhus' & Nuns' space

Carpeted Area

Carpet is plan to be installed at the end of October, make sure Fitted shelved to be fitted BEFORE flooring installed, and loose items AFTER flooring

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Carpeted Area 180-Rev C Floor Finishes Plan - Ground Floor

Main Sala Chamber

Persons in charge: Aj. Ruciro & Aj. Khemaka

Responsibility

  1. Setting up the Tea Station
    1. Shelve installation and buying ?
  2. Overseeing the moving and assembling of the big shrine with Tan Khemadassi
    1. The base of the shrine is in Heart Wood House. Need to measure the exact dimension (Tan Khemadassi)
      1. Boxing around the shrine
    2. The white buddha rupa is in the Sala container
    3. Missing drawer in Sala Container
  3. Selecting of what is needed for the niche shrine. (check with Ajahn Amaro)
  4. Selecting what needs buying, moving and storing for the necessary furniture of the Sala Chamber
    1. the zafus and mat (there is no square mat in the main chamber, only one for Ajahn Amaro)
    2. chairs all around the walls (and tables?) 
    3. other furnitures and accessories (bells, tissues etc, ...)
  5. Get trained on the ventilation, lighting, heating, window operation, etc. (how to use the room) and explain it to others
  6. Getting trained on the usage of the PA system (see Audio Video)

Budget

Documents

101-Rev B Ground Floor Plan (1).pdf

134-Central Sala And Entrance Building.pdf

Buying red chairs and Buckwheat

Currently we have 110 red chars and 24 blue chairs in the entire monastery

Location vs chair need

 Everyday Use

Sunday Dhamma Talks OR Meditation Workshop

OR Retreat in RC

 Kathina
Temple

40 RED

40 RED

80 RED
New Sala

50 BLUE
(24 available at the moment)

100 BLUE

100 BLUE
RC Kitchen 50 RED 50 RED 0
RC Shrine Room  20 RED  20 RED  0
Zafus
count the number of empty zafus 250 currently
estimate the quantity of buckwheat necessary  1.8 kg per zafus, 450kg total
check how many we need in total for the new Sala 250 + 200 (more coming)

Monks Area

Person in charge: Tan Pasado

Responsibility

  1. Selecting what needs buying, moving and storing for the necessary furniture of the eating area
    1. the cushions and mat
    2. chairs (and tables?)
    3. other furnitures and accessories (bells, tissues etc, ...)
  2. Selecting what needs buying, moving and storing for the necessary furniture of the bowl washing area and reception
    1. soap dispenser for Toilets and hook for drying towels or towel dispenser
    2. Main bins for food waste (under counter)
    3. Recycling bins
    4. Glass bin
    5. Rubber ring
    6. Scrub
    7. Soap
    8. Spittoons
    9. Spoon
    10. Jugs
    11. Cutting board and knifes for breakfast
    12. brooms and dust pans (four Thai brooms) 
    13. Umbrella bin
    14. Shoe horn
    15. Chair in the entrance or low bench
    16. Towels, etc.
  3. Overseeing any need regarding the glass shrine (should not need much)
  4. Get trained on the ventilation, lighting, heating, window operation, etc. (how to use the room) and explain it to others
  5. Getting trained on the usage of the PA system (see Audio Video)

Budget

Documents

133-Nuns' & Monk's Areas Building.pdf

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Nuns Area

Person in charge: Sr. Vidura, Aj. Khemaka (Sr. Garava)

Responsibility

  1. Selecting what needs buying, moving and storing for the necessary furniture of the eating area
    1. the cushions and mat
    2. chairs (and tables?)
    3. other furnitures and accessories (bells, tissues etc, ...)
  2. Selecting what needs buying, moving and storing for the necessary furniture of the bowl washing area and reception
    1. soap dispenser,
    2. Towels, etc.
  3. Overseeing any need regarding the glass shrine (should not need much)
  4. Get trained on the ventilation, lighting, heating, window operation, etc. (how to use the room) and explain it to others

Budget

Documents

133-Nuns' & Monk's Areas Building.pdf

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Parents' Room

Parent's room fitting out [Q]

Si. Nyanasiri available ? [Q]

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Subsections

Entrances

Main entrance and lobby

Lobby

Many items are already arranged via Jigsawe - e.g. shoe racks, coat hooks.

Questions

Free distribution Book (Publication area)

Bookcase

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Network

Team

T. Adicco, T. Samahito, T. Nipako (from 29th of July)

Responsibility

TBC:  the contractor will install all the access point and data point shown on the plan. [Q]

Documents

6s Network Acquisitions

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6s Network Acquisitions

Rachaya will arrange the actual switching and the installation by the subcontractor. She won't be involved with the internal network installation by the Network Monk and buying of the equipment that the monastery needs. Tan Addico will arrange that with Tan Cittadhamma Sala transition officer

Plan

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Operators

Switch Over

New main entrances for the Fiber Optic in the Workshop instead of Aroga.

How long would the cut last, I don't know, I can ask Rachaya. [Q][R]

Transition options: https://docs.google.com/document/d/17NKclwmuUPWDnDTJFnnj2kUQ0tBgRRltadvdnTrGX6s/edit?usp=sharing

Network Maps before / after the transition

On the left side, before the transition, on the right side, after. Click on it to see them bigger.

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Storage

Storage is a general term that cover moving out of the storage from the RC and the containers. Some will go to the multipurpose room, some will go in the attic, some will go in other cupboard I imagine.

Person in Charge

Samahito Bhikkhu and Ajahn Jivako

Responsibilities

1) Inventory

2) Making sure we have what we need for transferring

3) Action plan for transitioning

Strategy

Having a clear idea of:

Space Inventory

Note:

Room inventory

Room What is used for (kind of storage)  Commentary

Attic 1

 Frames, pictures, Buddha rupas and Kathina / Festival items
Attic 2 Shelves + furniture from the RC storage
Attic 3 Shelves + furniture from the RC storage
Workshop Attic Books? Other big furnitures?
Multipurpose Room General supplies: Everything from the General supplies container.

Items Inventory

See photos

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Shelves inventory (see photos)

Type What is used for Where Height (cm) Width (cm) Depth (cm)
Wooden furniture Art ressources RC Storage 68 203
Wooden shelf Family camp items RC Storage 60 180
Mounted metal shelf 1 Buddha rupas, micro-waves, lamps, heater, indoor items RC Storage 378 (2*187) 200 60
Mounted metal shelf 2 Hoovers, wheelchairs, chairs, little tables RC Storage 198 200 90
Mounted metal shelf 3 Large chairs, small tables, small furnitures, other small indoor items RC Storage 286 200 90
Mounted metal shelf Festival and Kathina items Sala container 153 200 62
Plastic shelf 1 Festival and Kathina items Sala container 183 89 39
Plastic shelf 2 Festival and Kathina items Sala container 183 89 39
Plastic shelf 3 Festival and Kathina items Sala container 183 89 39
Metal Shelf Festival and Kathina items Sala container 198 100 45
Metal Shelf Medicine + Supplements General supplies container 192 91 47
Wooden Shelf Office items, torches, batteries General supplies container 194 82 32
Mounted metal shelf 1 Bathroom and kitchen cleaning items, paper towels, bin bags General supplies container 378 (2*187) 200 60
Mounted metal shelf 2 Cleaning items, hygienic items General supplies container 378 (2*187) 200 60
Mounted metal shelf 3 Water and other cleaning items General supplies container 215 (2*105) 200

Sketches and advices

 the shelf storage in the attic - including the workshop - needs a rubber support to spread the load on the floor.   

Rubber support foot
Non-slip rubber self adhesive - For our use, I think it is a good option.

The structural engineer estimated the attic allowable loading as a guideline in their drawing. 

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Blue Containers

Kitchen

Hand Measurement of the Larder Room

Ceiling Height : 2598mm

Ceiling Height under Pipe: 2219mm

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Cleaners Sluice & Store

It was intended to store cleaning materials, mops, buckets, vacuum machines.

see Living Spaces

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Other Areas

Recycling Areas

Flower Studio

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Garden Shed

Garages and Grounds

Landscape

Picnic benches & table in North Garden

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New Routines

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Training & Maintenance

Maintenance

Rethink the maintenance of the new Building?

Site Manager and Maintenance Manager

Both roles should be involved in the understanding of the new sala. They will look after small repairs and new installation, but failure or contractors installation should be treated with the Snagging List.

Training

Needs training for heating officers.

Need to manage the control panels

Training Questionnaire Results

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after transformation 

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Workshop

New Workshop 2025 (Guide)

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Budget (Buying List)

Budget 2025

To do list

To do list workshop 2025

To do list workshop 2025 (simplified)

Decommissioning the old Workshop

Need someone in charge, Ajahn Jivako is happy to play that role ;-)

To be considered

Steps

  1. Needs shelving for storage
  2. Maintenance Office
  3. Move Machinery

Current appliances

Current Stores

New items Wish List

Floor Plan and Elevation

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Health & Safety

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Sala Projector and Screen

I. Suggested equipment 

1.) Projector: 
Option A - Epson EH-LS800B (manufacturer's website) *ORDERED*
Price: £2,799.00
Suppliers: 
• richersounds.com (recommended supplier)
• amazon.co.uk
• avpartsmaster.co.uk
• atlanticelectrics.co.uk
Note: This ultra-short-throw (UST) projector has the following advantages:
1.) It's very bright (roughly twice as bright as comparable projectors), which is essential if projecting in a room which can't be blacked-out (where ambient light can't be eliminated) - which is our use case
2.) It supports 4K source playback, which is a welcome feature
3.) It can positioned very close to the screen
4.) It's from a reputable brand and is a recent model (ensuring it will stay relevant longer)
It's disadvantages:
1.) It's expensive
2.) It's bulky and heavy
3.) Our ability to make full use of it's features is uncertain
or
Option B - TBC

2.) Screen: 
Option A - 160″ Matt Grey 16:9 Electric Screen *availability and suitability for a UST projector questionable*
Price: £219.95
Supplier: platinumhomecinema.co.uk
Note: This screen is designed for areas where ambient light can't be eliminated and improves the image quality compared to when using a regular white screen. With our current white screen we have always have had an issue with the projected image appearing "washed out" - this grey screen will help with that issue.
Examples of the benefit of using grey over white projection surface in a room which can't be blacked-out:
Example 1: https://youtu.be/FrxZydcqiDA?t=177
Example 2: https://youtu.be/po60aU4Iifw?t=70
Example 3: https://youtu.be/BVQoQHn8F_w?t=786
Example 4: https://youtu.be/mRgXCwEJe_o?t=131
or
Option B - Celexon HomeCinema Tension 135" 16:9 (it might need to be fully extended for tab tensioning to work - 30cm top border including - is this doable?)
Price: £716.93
Supplier: www.avpartsmaster.co.uk
Note: White, tensioned screen, recommended for UST projectors over regular screens (might be required instead of just recommended, more information here).

3.) Projector stand/cart: LINK

4.) Lockable storage for the projector: something like this (has to fit under the shelf in the AV room)

5.) Portable stand for the computer/laptop something like this (has to fit under the shelf in the AV room)

6.) Padded protective transport case for the projector like this *ORDERED*


II. Location of the screen 

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more resources:
Regular white screen material vs CLR: https://youtu.be/8h4T8Ut-OKU?t=228
Regular screen vs tensioned: https://youtu.be/PStApGHSOnc?t=9
Info about screens: https://strongmdi.com/blog/planning-for-a-motorized-screen-avoid-these-common-mistakes/
Reviews for the Celexon Tab Tension screen: https://www.amazon.co.uk
Epson LS800 daytime test: https://youtu.be/MJgFxpMtB9o?t=276


Updated 26/9/24 by Jalito Bhikkhu

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Mics

Updated Audio Equipment List

The audio team would like to replace the three items below:

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with:

APPLICATION DESCRIPTION/TYPE LOCATION

MANUFACTURER & REF

(NOTE 1)

 Quantity NOTES / ACCESSORIES
Zone 1 Wireless SM58 Microphone
System		 Sala (AV Cabinet*) Shure GLXD24+/SM58
 2 2x Dual band 2.4GHz and 5.8GHz Digital Wireless System with microphone
Zone 1 Rechargeable Li-Ion batteries  Sala (AV Cabinet) Shure SB904 2 For Shure GLXD24+/SM58 System
Zone 1 Wired SM58 microphones with switch Sala (AV Cabinet) Shure SM58S 2

 We have old mics we can use as well in addition to this in zone 2.

*Note: The AV Cabinet seems more suitable for a locating the mic wireless system (due to a Wi-Fi access point in the AV Room creating interferences)

Comment from Neil, Acoustic Engineer

Both analogue and digital mics can suffer interference. But slightly different characteristics. I think the digital systems have perhaps more risk on cutting out altogether within a full venue (lots of mobile phones etc). But I get the impression that the quality of the product is likely more important. For example I believe the Shure QLX-D wireless systems are a bit of current industry standard for quality hardware.

Inevitably, analogue mics are going to be simpler to operate and probably less likely to cut out altogether - although can also be prone to stray analogue interference.

It could be that a decent old school Shure analogue system is suitable, and provides more comfort and less risk, such as

BLX288/B58 - Wireless Dual Vocal System with two Beta 58A - Shure United Kingdom

Reply from Tan Karunno

While it is true that both analogue and digital microphones suffer from interferences, they have different intermittence characteristics. The noise-floor threshold in a digital system cuts out if there is no data coming through, getting indistinguishable from the background noise-floor, while it creeps in on an analogue transmitter/receiver system. In the Shure GLXD24+ Wireless System, Shure has tried to specifically address this issue of using the 2.4GHz and 5.8GHz frequency bands, by incorporating a dual band system in the GLXD24+, that runs on both - switching to the other band if needed.

Also, the Shure QLX-D Wireless System requires a licence in order to use it, the Shure GLXD24+/SM58 System does not require one.

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Toilets & Cleaners Sluice

General Info

Person in charge: Sam. Jotipanno

Responsibility

  1. Selecting what is needed buying, moving and storing for the necessary items of the Toilets and Sluice Room
    1. Toilet paper,
    2. Cleaning product,
    3. Soap
    4. mop, etc.
  2. In monk area, designing the storage space under the stairs.

Budget

Documents

Notepad19.pdf hand note for measurement

Note:

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Actual measurement

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List with equipments Needed

11 x Toilet Brushes Grey Color
https://www.amazon.co.uk/MR-SIGA-Flexible-Bristles-Bathroom-Cleaning/dp/B0CFXSMYCD/ref=sr_1_3_sspa?dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.1Gaun6RkGRolaA9TnzftSFJmEVp3U-0lkK_UgooNrK9o8pKLuyXuq33xxJjOM6GsDUeq-PeGTdn7V4I8su05KC8z1e4tJ1c3tuibm8palLek7CNOPbGZucQgZBz0Gx8kOtSRslDT1eampeKSYTSBNGSxJ0aLsV3gXFuBuebWavMitGOkqnuIPpoeSRHof9fmDkYRUi912nN1tG0OrszbcRxui4PAIngCi3tnhgYdziLTFWs7n_zSJ5RNrkUcnxXT8KKGdvG_5lPovedaQhFBsm9AJ_aLQLQcuTxFUU1RMyc.UHn-uqTNkDsFL4JW0FUrdY8BVNBMWMriJEG3E81kHCs&dib_tag=se&keywords=mr%2Bsiga%2Btoilet%2Bbrush&qid=1727167486&s=kitchen&sr=1-3-spons&sp_csd=d2lkZ2V0TmFtZT1zcF9hdGY&th=1

11 x Bins 5L Metallic Grey
https://www.amazon.co.uk/BLACK-DECKER-BXBN0005GB-Rectangular-Stainless/dp/B07PVQ835R/ref=sr_1_17?crid=LR6QOAGRKZUO&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.hoKKEcIz_0G4zQ1dLwBrcdPcNjuXFzNKP5FekPPDvK6ZckqzjOq3UYBcDGIwWpvG17vBSRGwAMQjjMaZX4WOdzwV5x2soLvJAIkh01YgXLxSR2ZseFiUs_o2hnwHOBuha7sRFbkzO3ajNaAru8wDuDJrjgLnfBgdyAu-IqOdBsMzBcR4AbvK35nA7E5IEw3cHUyNGLhrnSNmxj7VSpMy-thoqIfeo9b6ynNsy_4830aa7i7Lt2NV28HkOfCfZTmbxEQ6GEn8WfXf1vWXATbZxFz76UuV7suwAOFVVvYWeLE.avmSVapPARp3CryO34xO4iGxKFLfmv8tNEIbuDD-YvI&dib_tag=se&keywords=5l%2Bbin&qid=1727168364&sprefix=5l%2Bbin%2Caps%2C64&sr=8-17&th=1

1x Hooks for Aprons -  SIlver J Modern (2 Pack)


3x Syr Kentucky Buckets YELLOW
https://cleaningproductstore.com/product/BU301-TC20-Kentucky-Mop-Bucket-on-Wheels-with-Wringer-20L-Blue?gad_source=1&gclid=EAIaIQobChMIjsX9jNPiiAMVOZdQBh29KjUQEAQYBSABEgIeD_D_BwE

3x Syr Kentucky Buckets GREEN

https://cleaningproductstore.com/product/BU301-TC20-Kentucky-Mop-Bucket-on-Wheels-with-Wringer-20L-Blue?gad_source=1&gclid=EAIaIQobChMIjsX9jNPiiAMVOZdQBh29KjUQEAQYBSABEgIeD_D_BwE

3x Aluminium Kentucky Mop Handle YELLOW
https://ukcleaningsupplies.co.uk/product/aluminium-kentucky-mop-handle-complete-with-clip-colour-coded/

3x Aluminium Kentucky Mop Handle GREENhttps://ukcleaningsupplies.co.uk/product/aluminium-kentucky-mop-handle-complete-with-clip-colour-coded/

20x (twenty) Kentucky Mop Heads TWINE
https://ukcleaningsupplies.co.uk/product/kentucky-mop-head-20-ounce-in-either-pure-yarn-or-twine/

2x Broom Soft Bristle 900mm
https://www.amazon.co.uk/Sealey-BM36S-Broom-900mm-Bristle/dp/B000RO3THU/ref=sr_1_6?crid=FAOYQK68IFQ0&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.r2uxmTmat72ZCLXRyswGmh6G1-IF0FOr_Z_0WiTwZcV2LXO9jzsLtor5aCNui5znPcr-13AwzCKwoPoZ1c0ZebKs3wka0XlA8dTtk9gPqqi7qZgRezwiFMQWuJrC_e5bHEWvO1YdSrH5OisHC_I246LeEaWj_5gjghqBc_YOgrflYFF9XJC9V1Cqa4IK5Gu1f05CvSLi7aERMPf_UeR9_DXPXpOnGUMYYwidPnwv9TOdhxFqdCOPekkezDVnzAYn0vrNgwwiFeSDtoM2ijolso8VYIEyJIuW32s19ur3BaM.ZQFj6GbZpJgtqAcMy22aLFMvaovvA9qrtEvXNmjZQzo&dib_tag=se&keywords=large%2Bbroom&qid=1727425677&sprefix=large%2Bbroom%2Caps%2C89&sr=8-6&th=1

3x Broom and Dustpan Set GREEN
https://www.amazon.co.uk/JEHONN-Upgraded-Foldable-Sweeping-Cleaning/dp/B0D48K7TSL?ref_=ast_sto_dp&th=1

3x Broom and Dustpan Set BLACK&YELLOW
https://www.amazon.co.uk/JEHONN-Upgraded-Foldable-Sweeping-Cleaning/dp/B0D48K7TSL?ref_=ast_sto_dp&th=1

Comments from Sam. Jotipanno

I was measuring different cleaning products this morning and reached the conclusion that 90% of them are up to 28cm tall. Considering this and some "out of propotion" bottles, I removed 1 shelve in Unit 1 and added 2 shelves in Unit 2, the idea is that Unit 1 can fit all sorts of sizes while Unit 2 could be for the smaller stuff. Are you alright with it? Please take a look at the following link:

https://www.fittingly.co.uk/design-tool#WJAT4RRX

I was wondering if we have some empty space to hang mops and brooms in the wall after we put the boiler room shelves in there.
I wouldn't need a lot of empty space in the wall, but I am counting 6 mops and 8 brooms.

I am also thinking about 6 Buckets, they could fit in the shelves easily, but then you loose some storing space...

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Multipurpose Room

Team:

Responsibilities:

1) Making sure we have

2) Coordination

Plan

Actual Measurement

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Shrine

Grey version

 

Tiles are #3977c6 

Ajahn Amaro

Ajahn Amaro proposed a blue background: Blue Lace Agate (this corresponds to the monochromatic complementary colour: #6092D2, produced by the canva generator)

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Tan Mannuno

Tan Manuno proposed the actual complementary colour, which is more of a statement. (this complementary colour could be used in other places as well, for small touches)  

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Camera Set Up

Third Order

UGREEN Nexode 20000mAh Power Bank Fast Charging, PD 20W & QC 22.5W 3-Port Mobile Phone Portable Charger, USB C Battery Pack Compatible with iPhone 16/15, Galaxy S24/S23, iPad Pro, AirPods, etc: Amazon.co.uk - £19 Black Friday discount
- £29 normal price
Hersmay PD 9V/2A Type-C USB-C To BMPCC Power Cable for Blackmagic Pocket Cinema Camera 4K 6K BMPCC 4K 6K PRO: Amazon.co.uk £25

Second Order

BMPCC 4K 6K Pro Power Supply AC DC Adapter Weipu 2-pin for Blackmagic Camera 12V
 £38.40
Tilta 1 Pair 15*300mm Carbon Fiber Rod Set Thick Camera Expansion Holder £18.00
Samsung T7 Portable SSD - 1 TB - USB 3.2 Gen.2 External SSD Titanium Grey (MU-PC1T0T/WW) £95.99
SmallRig 15mm Dovetail Baseplate £104.99
SmallRig 3770 8inch Arri Dovetail Plate
 £71.99
190X aluminium 3-Section Tripod with XPRO Fluid Head £299.00
RETURN Baseplate: SmallRig Baseplate with Dual 15mm Rod Clamp -£19.00
MISSING FROM PREVIOUS ORDER 1 x extra motor: TiLTA Nucleus Nano II Wireless Lens Control System £97.20

First Order (done on 2nd Nov)

Pan/tilt motorhead: Manfrotto Genie II Pan/Tilt (used), please select the used (538£) option. £538.00
CAMERA: Blackmagic Design Pocket Cinema Camera 6K Pro £1,599.00
Cage: SmallRig Basic Cage Kit for BMCC 6K £181.99
Baseplate: SmallRig Baseplate with Dual 15mm Rod Clamp £19.00
NUCLEUS NANO 2 lens control system: TiLTA Nucleus Nano II Wireless Lens Control System £250.80
1 x extra motor: TiLTA Nucleus Nano II Wireless Lens Control System £97.20
2 x power - USB-C for 2 motors: Tilta P-Tap to USB-C Power Cable - 50cm £13.76
Lens: USED Canon EF 70-300mm f4-5.6 L IS USM Lens £499.00
ATEM Mini Pro: Blackmagic Design ATEM Mini Pro Switcher £258.00
Total (approximative VAT might not be included in every item) £3,456.75

Item missing: 

1 x extra motor: TiLTA Nucleus Nano II Wireless Lens Control System £97.20
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Mic comparaison

Compare the two video:

  1. Ajahn Sona https://youtu.be/_Iqon0MYn-o?t=1109
  2. Ajahn Amaro https://youtu.be/29XptDBVO_M?t=3600

Is it possible to have the same sound quality than Ajahn Sona?

Ask AI

ChatGPT Discussion

With the existing PA mic setup, adding a dual-mic configuration for recording can still improve the audio quality while keeping the setup streamlined. Here’s how to adjust the setup to integrate an additional mic effectively:

Additional Equipment

  1. Secondary Microphone:

    • Add a high-quality shotgun microphone to capture focused audio for the recording. A shotgun mic has a tight pickup pattern, which helps capture clear, isolated speech.
    • Suggested models include Sennheiser MKE 600 or RØDE NTG4+.

  2. Audio Recorder or Interface:

    • Use a recorder with dual inputs, like the Zoom H5 or Tascam DR-40X, allowing independent recording of the PA mic and shotgun mic. This lets you blend both sources in post-production.

Setup Process

  1. Boom Positioning:

    • Keep the PA mic in its current position, slightly below the speaker’s mouth.
    • Attach the shotgun mic to the same boom or an additional mount just above or slightly beside the PA mic. Angle it toward the speaker’s mouth, keeping it close but out of the frame if recording video.

  2. Audio Recorder Setup:

    • Connect each mic (PA and shotgun) to separate inputs on your audio recorder. Set the levels so that the shotgun mic is slightly louder than the PA mic for recording clarity, while the PA mic provides a backup and the ambient room sound.

  3. Testing:

    • Run a few test recordings to adjust levels. Aim for the shotgun mic to capture most of the speaker’s voice, with the PA mic supplementing it.

  4. Post-Processing:

    • In post-production, adjust the balance between the PA and shotgun mic recordings. You might rely more on the shotgun mic for clarity, blending in the PA mic as needed for a natural, consistent sound.

This setup allows you to enhance the recording quality while keeping the PA setup functional. Let me know if you need more details on fine-tuning or equipment recommendations!

Mics

MKE 600

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RØDE NTG4+ 

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Kitchen Wahing Up

Washing Up Set up

All sinks are big size.

Red sink contains a heating element for sanitisation. 

 

Question From Tan Cittadhammo 

I do find this super hot sinks quite odd to be honest. You need to stack your dishes or pots into a tray before plunging them to be safe. So you need to have space to stack your items before plunging (this is not taken into account in my design) 

Also, if you plunge a big pot, the heat will conduct through the metal. If you are handling the pot with your hands, you might burn your hands if you hold on the pot. Metal is very heat conductive! 

So I think we need to do a good review of how all this is gonna work out: Who will be washing up (guest or public), what training, what equipment (special gloves with insulation?) ?

Eleonora Summary

Here a brief recap of the decisions taken today – please check whether I have understood correctly.

6s – Kitchen sinks variations (08/11/2024)

All sinks: the existing taps interfere with lids and pots.
Install spray units in the 2 pre-wash stations (as in Nuns' scullery), and taller single lever taps (as in Monks' scullery) in all other bowls. Levers should not jut over the bowls.


Pots sink (S): the lid to the sterilising (dipping) bowl is too heavy; split it in 2 overlapping sections (preferred), or install 2 handles on it to make it more manageable. The right bowl will be used for pre-wash and washing up.

Plates/cups/cutlery sinks (N) – improve workflow and space:
Western sink – will be used for pre-wash and washing up (both basins connected to the grease trap): lose the thermostated sterilising system and enlarge the 2 bowls (reducing space between them).
Eastern sink – will be used for rinse and sterilisation: enlarge bowls if possible. The rinse basin (left) should be already connected to grease trap (good if the sink has to be used on its own).

To be specified: size of the North sinks basins (ref.present kitchen?).Questions
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Conferance Mic

For a large meeting room setup with around 12 participants, a high-quality conferencing mic system can make a big difference in clarity and coverage during Zoom meetings. Here are a few effective options for your needs:

  1. Boundary Microphones with Beamforming:

    • Option: Shure MXA910 Ceiling Array or Shure MXA310 Table Array.
    • Features: These mics use beamforming to focus on active speakers and reduce room noise, and they integrate well with AV setups for seamless audio pickup. They can be ceiling-mounted or placed on the table and are designed for larger spaces.

  2. Wireless Microphone System:

    • Option: Sennheiser TeamConnect Ceiling 2.
    • Features: Wireless options allow flexibility in placement and keep the table uncluttered. These systems are also ceiling-mounted and cover a wide area, ensuring everyone is clearly heard.

  3. Dedicated Conference Microphones:

    • Option: Poly Sync 60 or Jabra Speak 810.
    • Features: These are speakerphone-style devices, ideal for large rooms. They connect to your computer via USB and Bluetooth, which makes them easy to set up for Zoom. The Poly Sync 60 has additional features like two mics for wide coverage and echo cancellation, while the Jabra Speak 810 has similar benefits but with a focus on larger rooms.

  4. Integrated Conference Systems:

    • Option: Logitech Rally Bar.
    • Features: This all-in-one system includes high-quality speakers, a camera, and microphones optimized for 10-15 people. It works well with Zoom and can be set up to capture video and audio with minimal setup complexity.

These systems all offer good integration with Zoom and can be connected to both the TV and computer for seamless meetings. Let me know if you'd like further guidance on any of these!

For a table-based microphone system that supports a large group, here are a few ideal options for achieving clear audio in a big meeting room setup:

1. Shure MXA310 Table Array Microphone

2. Poly Sync 60 Smart Speakerphone

3. Jabra Speak 810

4. BeyerDynamic Classis RM 31 Q

Each of these options offers clear audio coverage for large tables, integrates well with Zoom, and can be connected to your setup with minimal hassle. If you need to cover an especially large table, using two units (e.g., two Poly Sync 60s daisy-chained) might provide even coverage across the room.

Subsections

Storage Transition

 

Information Extracted From Provided Images

Location Item Area/Volume
WORKSHOP ROOM RAGS, SPONGES, ETC. (NORTH WALL) 4 m2
  BAND SAW 2 m2
  WOOD 3 m2
  HOOVERS 2 m2
  DRILL, (METAL + BITS 2 m2
  BINS 3 m2
  SAW 3 m2

CNC 1 m2
  CLAMPS 1 m2
  THOMAS TABLE, CUT + THING 1 m2
  SANDER, PLANER & CARVING 8 m2
  KILN 1 m2
  ROTARY SAW TABLE 4 m2
  MAIN WORK TABLE (BIG) 5 m2
  PPE CUPBOARD 2 m2
  ASSORTED ON/ALONG WALLS 15 m
SMALL TOOL ROOM SMALL ELECTRICAL HANDTOOLS 5 m2
WORKSHOP ROOM 2 PLUMBING SECTION, SHELVES 16 m2
  TAPES, ROPES, ETC. 4 m2
  PLASTIC TUBES 6 m2

HARD WOOD 12 m2
  WOOD SLABS/STORAGE-PLANKS, ETC. 4 m2
  ELECTRICAL SECTION 8 m2
  ASSORTED ON FLOOR 3 m2
  CABLES 3 m2
  DESK + CABINET 4 m2

SCAFFOLD, ALUMINIUM 4 m2
  PAINTING RACK W. SPATULAS & BRUSHES 2 m2
PAINT STORE SHELVES W. PAINT 11 m2
  ASSORTED ON FLOOR & WALL 4 m2
RC STORE BOOKS BOOKS 9 m2 + 8m2
RC ENTRANCE CAR STUFF 6 m2
RC STORE GENERAL HOOVERS 2 m2

DISABLED/WHEELCHAIRS 2 m2
  HOOVERS 2 m2
  SMALL FURNITURE 2 m2
  MEDIUM FURNITURE #1 2 m2

MEDIUM FURNITURE #2 2 m2

ASSORTED 2 m2
  TABLE TOPS & SHELVES 2 m2
  CABINETS 4 m2
  TABLES 4 m2
  FAMILY CAMP STUFF 6 m2
  SUIT CASES, ETC. 4 m2
  BUDDHA, RUGS & LAMPS, ETC. 10 m2
  PICTURES, FRAMES, MIRRORS 3 m2 3 m2
  HEATERS 4 m2
RC WOMEN MEDICINE 10 m2
  ARCHIVE BOOKS 2 m2
BOOK STORE BOOKS 25m2 + 14m2 + 13m2 + 24m2
BEDDING STORE CARPET, RUG 4 m2
  TOWELS 13 m2
  BLANKETS & DUVET COVERS 13 m2
  DUVETS 4 m2
  MAT 16 m2
  ASSORTED TEMPLE/FESTIVAL KITS 8 m2
  SLEEPING BAG 7 m2
  CUSHION 4 m2
  BED SHEETS, ETC 4 m2
  ASSORTED BAGS 5 m2
MAINTENANCE OFFICE ASSORTED SHELVES 10 m
  FILE CABINETS 4 m2
  DESK W. OFFICE 12 m2
  ASSORTED ON FLOOR 4 m
JOSHUA CONTAINER 1 GROUNDS EQUIPMENT 18 m2
  2 GROUNDS EQUIPMENT 18 m2
GARDEN SHED CONT. GARDEN EQUIPMENT, SHELVES, ETC. 6 m2
  G.E., POTS, ETC. 3 m2
  G.E., SMALL EQUIPMENT 5 m2
  CABINET W. ASSORTED (GLOVES, ETC.) 4 m2
SALA CONT. SOFA STUFF, FURNITURE, ETC 18 m2
GENERAL STORE CONTAINER MEDICINE 2 m2

OFFICE STUFF 2 m2
  CLEANING PRODUCTS 10 m2
  WATER & ASSORTED 3 m2
  ASSORTED ON FLOOR 4 m2
BOOKSTORE CONT. 1 BOOKS 18 m2
 BOOKSTORE CONT. 2 BOOKS 18 m2
RC KITCHEN CONT. ASSORTED KITCHEN STUFF 18 m2
 LARDER 1 ASSORTED ON FLOOR 4 m2

SHELVES 14 m2
 LARDER 2 SHELVES 14 m2
  ASSORTED ON FLOOR 3 m
RC ROOM 13 (AUDIO) HOOVER 3 m2

SEWING CABINET 1 m2

SPEAKERS 1 m2
  AUDIO CABINET 1 m2
  ASSORTED ON FLOOR & TABLE 2 m2
ROOM 15 PHONE CRATES OR KITCHEN - CLEANUP 2 m2
  ASSORTED KITCHEN CLEANUP 2 m2
SANGHA ROOM TISSUE/BOXES/TONA CABINET 2 m2
KITCHEN STORAGE POTS & PANS 6 m2
  ASSORTED ON FLOOR 2 m2

CABINET 2 m2
 KITCHEN SMALL STORAGE SHELVES 2 m2
  ASSORTED ON FLOOR 1 m2

Please note: Some entries in the source material are unclear and illegible. In those cases, the table reflects what could be deciphered from the image.

Subsections

Recording Set up

Recording Setup A

 

Recording Setup A*

Subsections

Sala Audio

Subsections

Community Training

Monday 9th Dec

On Monday the 9th of December, tours will be happening to show how to use the new building area. You are welcome to join any of them. 

Time Persons in Charge Area
8:30–9:30 Tan Passado + Aj. Ruciro Main Building
9:30-10:00 Tan Karunno Audio
14:00-15:00 Charl + Nam Hong + Maew Kitchen
15:00–16:00 Tan Cittadhammo + Sr Tejasa Main Building
16:00-16:30 Tan Pasado + Sr Tejasa Fire Panels



Lists

Lists

To Do List

After Hand-Over

Task People Time needed comments
Network: installing 5 WiFi access points 2 1 to 4 work periods, see comments

It really depends on how the holes in the ceiling were drilled and whether they’ll allow us to easily attach the mounting kits.

 

If the holes are larger than the screw holes on the mounting brackets, it could be more challenging and may require some kind of reinforcement within the ceiling, like what happened at NAB. However, if the holes are the correct size for our mounting kits, the installation should be straightforward and can be completed in a morning or two.

 

By that time, the Ethernet cables will be live and ready to power the preconfigured access points. Once connected, they’ll immediately broadcast our usual networks; as such, this task can be handled by anyone with general workshop skills; it doesn't necessarily have to be the network monks (in case we're not around, e.g. Kathinas, etc.)

Create Documentation and label for training and maintenance.

I would be in favour of having some wall file holder to store manuals and documentation next to the appliance (like the complex AV mixer) and make sure it is all label appropriately. 

Move Shrine and Buddha


Move Books

 


Move Furnitures


Make Plynth for Buddha

Ajahn Aryo (no)

Garbage Transition


Space for Bodhi Tree


Fire Proof cabinet in the workshop (paint room, next to sink)


Monastic Phone


Check Pre List By Ajahn Narindo

 


WorkShop Hoister Whinch


Before Hand-Over

Tan Cittadhammo

Meeting with People

[Q][K] https://amaravati.org/rebuilding-amaravati/rebuilding-the-sala-and-kitchen/ talks about a list

Lists

Contractors List

Lists

Buying List

Main Spreadsheet link

Lists

Snagging

Snagging Form

Please fill out the snagging form in order to flag any items that need attention from the contractor in the new buildings.

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Snagging Form

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Snagging Process

Snagging Team 

This is the team that will keep track of the defects and items that need to be repaired during the one-year defect liability period.  The contractor will repair these items, not ABM.  

Ideally, the Snagging Team should include the Site Manager, the Maintenance Manager, one monk, one nun. And the Sala Snagging List should be reported and discussed at the ABC meeting. 

The team will be active after the handover. 

Members: 

Monk Representatives: Tan Karunno, Aj. Jivako, Tan Cittadhammo

Nun Representatives: Sr. Tejasa, Sr. Nyanasiri

Snagging List

Please add any defects to be reported to the constructor to be fixed in the spreadsheet

Other Information

Receiving notification

Paper Form

Snagging form (1).pdf

2 pages Snagging form (2).pdf

Lists

Inventory

Area to consider 

Kitchen Equipment

Code Item #

Status

Info

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Meetings

Meetings

Legends

I use this tags in this book to find what needs to questions, scheduled or done

You can use the search bar to find them easily inside the book

Meetings

RK's List

for Transition Meeting 31.7.24

Meetings

Wed 31 Jul 2024 8am – 9am (UTC)

Tan Cittadhammo Agenda

Meetings

Meeting 22-01-2025

Grease trap training

  1. grease trap training
  2. Date to be checked with Ajahn Nyanadassano
  3. Invite monastic 30-60 min
  4. Lay team to be trained
  5. Eleonora will lead

Ventilation

Scarp washing up

  1. Scrape the food 
  2. Check list
    1. drain
    2. grease trap
    3. keys system for larder (KA locks after last dana 5pm)
      1. Keeps keys in the kitchen office accessible for KA and tea chore people
      2. OR ask the nuns to lock/unlock the larder morning and evening
  3. Floor

Dishwasher

Do we need a dishwasher ? WR not ideal time to take decision. Need to take into account of modification of sink 2. 

Ventilation speed in Sala

5pm-7pm will be low speed. 

Winterisation

Sweep or blow the flat roof. Do not step on the flat roof.

Kitchen Floor cleaning

Find the good equipment, need better microfiber pad.

Mouses in old fridges behind the kitchen

Remove the fridges. 

Meetings

Meeting 24 Jan 2025

The checklist format could be enhanced with bold keywords, and some items could be divided into single units of the list.
Some rows could be grouped by activity (like Servery, etc.) and a "person in charge" cell could have its own column.

The items of the list should be explained in the Kitchen Manual and the coordinators trained on it.

We did not come to a conclusion on this point.