Topic: BitRemote - remote Control (iPhone/iPod touch, web interface) (Read 258409 times)

Messiahs · « **Reply #250 on:** June 07, 2008, 05:00:27 pm »

new version is now available.

Markus

AoXoMoXoA · « **Reply #251 on:** June 07, 2008, 05:38:12 pm »

thanks muchly kind sir

I've gone to keeping my cover art in the music folders, and when I add an album to the playlist the cover art is sent as well. Is there any way to 'filter' this?

yia_hara · « **Reply #252 on:** June 08, 2008, 04:22:41 pm »

Markus,
Could I be added as a beta tester? Sounds exactly what I have been looking for. Thanks

ThoBar · « **Reply #253 on:** June 09, 2008, 09:48:13 pm »

Quote from: Messiahs on June 07, 2008, 02:05:15 pm

Hi confishy,

i think i found the bug (thx to CorySmith)

Cheers,
Markus

Thanks, I'll give it a go as soon as possible.

zxsix · « **Reply #254 on:** June 09, 2008, 11:08:57 pm »

Another vote for zone support here.
Actually, while zone switching capability would be nice in a future upgrade, could you possibly supply a hint I could use to hardcode it to a specific zone now?
By testing I note that the playing now in xptunes displays whatever zone is active. If you ctrl-t in MC, then click on playing now in xptunes, it switches to the song playing in the now active zone.
Of course, this only works if MC is running.
If you just start xptunes without MC running first, I'm not sure how to get it to select a specific zone.
I guess whichever one MC defaults to active when you start it up.
I know these command line strings will set the active zone.
mc12.exe /MCC 10011, 0 = zone 1
mc12.exe /MCC 10011, 1 = zone 2
mc12.exe /MCC 10011, -1 = cycle through zones, selects a different zone each time it's issued.

Is it possible to add a hyperlink in xptunes that execute an equivalent command?

Messiahs · « **Reply #255 on:** June 10, 2008, 04:40:27 pm »

hi zone lovers,

first i need a event when zones are switched:
http://yabb.jriver.com/interact/index.php?topic=46652.0

Markus

AustnJPR · « **Reply #256 on:** June 15, 2008, 02:45:37 pm »

I am having an issue with the current track redirection. I have modified the location in the index file to point to the "server IP address".
I have copied the xptunes folder to the appropriate folder in JRiver. (I am using MC 11.1 & 1.12 xpTunes) However I am unable to get the current track to update automatically. It works fine with a manual refresh. Any ideas?

Thanks.

Messiahs · « **Reply #257 on:** June 15, 2008, 05:01:40 pm »

Hi,

you are running the trackinfo template in your browser ? then there is no refresh after a trackchange. this template is designed as a 'normal' MC trackinfo page (which is reloaded automatically by MC).
You have to choose this template in JR as Trackinfo template.

If you want to use this template in your browser (with reload) you have to copy the "<body onload=xxxx" statement from another html-file (like playing.html screen)

Markus

AustnJPR · « **Reply #258 on:** June 17, 2008, 08:36:37 am »

Quote from: Messiahs on June 15, 2008, 05:01:40 pm

you are running the trackinfo template in your browser ? then there is no refresh after a trackchange. this template is designed as a 'normal' MC trackinfo page (which is reloaded automatically by MC).
You have to choose this template in JR as Trackinfo template.

If you want to use this template in your browser (with reload) you have to copy the "<body onload=xxxx" statement from another html-file (like playing.html screen)

Markus,

I am simply loading the main page and selecting a "html front end". I really like the iTouch look. I am just trying to get the playing now frame to update on a track change. I understand the onload concept but am at a lose as to where it needs to be placed.

Thanks.

Messiahs · « **Reply #259 on:** June 17, 2008, 02:23:17 pm »

hi AustnJPR,

you only have to copy the trackinfo folder to JR if you want to use this template as a trackinfo screen inside JR.
If not, you only have to change your IP inside xpTunes (settings). If you choose the back&white theme and change the current track there is no reload of the first site ?

AustnJPR · « **Reply #260 on:** June 17, 2008, 06:53:35 pm »

Let me try and explain a bit better. I realize after going back over the thread that I have been less than clear on my issue.
I have a tablet PC that is mounted in my kitchen, I would like it to display "playing now" and refresh the web page on a track change.
Everything else works flawlessly.

NOTE: How could I simply add a 10 second refresh to the "Now Playing Frame"? This would allow the album art and track info to update while not interfering with the navigation and control functions of the page. I did a auto refresh every 10 seconds in Fire Fox and it works right up to the point that you need to use the query function and "bam" refresh right in the middle of typing!

UPDATE: Meta Refresh on the "playing.html" seems to work!

Thanks,

Robert

Messiahs · « **Reply #261 on:** June 18, 2008, 02:35:52 pm »

Hi Robert,

do we talk about the "playingnow.html" or about the "playing.html" screen ? and what template you are using ?

normally the "playingnow.html" are updated/refreshed when the track changes (you have to call 'http://yourIp:yourPort/bw/index.html').

AustnJPR · « **Reply #262 on:** June 18, 2008, 04:55:22 pm »

Quote from: Messiahs on June 18, 2008, 02:35:52 pm

Hi Robert,

do we talk about the "playingnow.html" or about the "playing.html" screen ? and what template you are using ?

normally the "playingnow.html" are updated/refreshed when the track changes (you have to call 'http://yourIp:yourPort/bw/index.html').

The "playingnow.html" does not update with a track change. What I did was refresh the "playing.html" (This is a frame in the "playingnow.html"). This updates the current album art and info. This is all in Fire Fox 3 by the way. No idea about the behavior
under IE. I will test it a bit.

adamsp70 · « **Reply #263 on:** June 29, 2008, 11:15:56 am »

Hi Markus,

I've just re-installed Windows XP on my server and MC12 and XPTunes etc.

I'm getting "application failed to initialize" when trying to run XPTunes, so can you remind me what it relies on? Is it DotNet?

Cheers....
Paul

Messiahs · « **Reply #264 on:** June 29, 2008, 11:22:01 am »

Hi Paul,

yes you need the .net-framework (Version 2.x or greater).

Markus

qtiping · « **Reply #265 on:** June 29, 2008, 05:02:52 pm »

Hi Markus

I would love to beta test XPtunes. It is exactly what Media Center is missing, at least from my point of view.

Thanks

Tim

adamsp70 · « **Reply #266 on:** June 30, 2008, 01:34:52 pm »

Quote from: Messiahs on June 29, 2008, 11:22:01 am

yes you need the .net-framework (Version 2.x or greater).

Maybe something else as well?

I'm getting an unhandled exception: Conversion from string "" to type 'Boolean' is not valid

adamsp70 · « **Reply #267 on:** June 30, 2008, 01:55:02 pm »

From the details, this is what is calling at the time of the exception:

at xpTunes.frmMain.readRegValues()
at xpTunes.frmMain.Form1_Load(Object sender, EventArgs e)

Messiahs · « **Reply #268 on:** June 30, 2008, 02:20:15 pm »

Hi Paul,

you are using the latest Version (0.12) ?
Can you start xpTunes and click on settings ?

Markus

Messiahs · « **Reply #269 on:** June 30, 2008, 02:59:22 pm »

i think i found the bug... new version is available.

Markus

adamsp70 · « **Reply #270 on:** June 30, 2008, 04:59:58 pm »

That's it! Brilliant, thanks.....

hartmoney · « **Reply #271 on:** July 10, 2008, 12:01:26 pm »

Messiahs I would love to be able to test this app! I've sent you a pm.

Thanks!

AoXoMoXoA · « **Reply #272 on:** July 12, 2008, 08:41:03 pm »

Hi Markus,

I am experiencing a small problem using xpTunes.

I use MC12 for my player and MJ12 for tagging.
Since I installed MJ12 xpTunes will no longer control MC12, even if MJ is closed and MC is open and running.

Is there some way to 'tell' xpTunes which it is to work with?

Messiahs · « **Reply #273 on:** July 13, 2008, 03:20:52 am »

I think now you can control MJ with xpTunes ;-).

I don't know a way to 'tell' xpTunes which it is to work with, but i think if you use the repair-function (don't know if MC Setup has this option) or install MC again, everthing should be fine.

small Background:
Both Programs uses the same communication-interface. If you install MJ after MC the com-inferface points to MJ. So all xpTunes commands will be sent to MJ.

Markus

AoXoMoXoA · « **Reply #274 on:** July 13, 2008, 08:16:07 am »

Quote from: Messiahs on July 13, 2008, 03:20:52 am

I think now you can control MJ with xpTunes ;-).

Yup, that is correct

Quote from: Messiahs on July 13, 2008, 03:20:52 am

If you install MJ after MC the com-inferface points to MJ. So all xpTunes commands will be sent to MJ.

That's the ticket, reinstalled MC and it now is once again controlled by xpTunes.
Last installed gets controlled by xpTunes

hartmoney · « **Reply #275 on:** July 14, 2008, 02:47:07 pm »

First let me say I love xpTunes. It is exactly what I've been looking for.

I have been using it for a few days with no problems. Today I attempted to use it on a PPC running Windows Mobile 5.0 and none of the skins line up right. I tried going to the site as suggested for another poster but it is no longer available.

Does anyone have a skin for a PPC?

Thanks!

-Brian

adamsp70 · « **Reply #276 on:** July 18, 2008, 04:42:34 am »

Sorry - it's my "refreshing smartlists" problem again.

I'm sure the last version it was all working but with the current one it doesn't happen. If i go to playlists and select a smartlist, play it and then return to it - it's exactly the same....

P.s. could we have the version number displayed somewhere on the app? Ta....

Messiahs · « **Reply #277 on:** July 19, 2008, 03:41:04 am »

Quote from: adamsp70

If i go to playlists and select a smartlist, play it and then return to it - it's exactly the same....

Hi adamsp70,

i don't think that a older version works in another way... the smartlist only updates if you click on "refresh" /"reload" and i don't change anything in xpTunes for a while... but if you are sure, i will test it with a older version.

Quote

P.s. could we have the version number displayed somewhere on the app? Ta....

Of course... but i think it's already there. If you start xpTunes a short splashscreen is shown (with the version number).

Markus

adamsp70 · « **Reply #278 on:** July 21, 2008, 03:50:23 pm »

Quote from: Messiahs on July 19, 2008, 03:41:04 am

i don't think that a older version works in another way... the smartlist only updates if you click on "refresh" /"reload" and i don't change anything in xpTunes for a while... but if you are sure, i will test it with a older version.

No - i must have dreamt it!!!

Quote from: Messiahs on July 19, 2008, 03:41:04 am

Of course... but i think it's already there. If you start xpTunes a short splashscreen is shown (with the version number).

I never get to see that as it all starts automatically on boot up before i have VNCed to it. Maybe an About box? Trivial though - only if you have a spare moment...

adamsp70 · « **Reply #279 on:** July 30, 2008, 09:30:48 am »

Quote from: Messiahs on July 19, 2008, 03:41:04 am

the smartlist only updates if you click on "refresh" /"reload"

OK, i must be being very dumb - but i can't find this anywhere. I've looked in the Titanium, B&W and iTouch skins - but can't see anything allowing me to refresh or reload....

Streaker · « **Reply #280 on:** July 31, 2008, 08:48:55 am »

Messiahs:
Could I get a download of xpTunes? I'm working on on remote server interface plugin ( http://yabb.jriver.com/interact/index.php?topic=47580.0 ), primarily for interaction with a Squeezebox remote, but potentially usable for other interfaces. I am building into it a basic "lil IIS/Apache" which can serve up static html content which can access the json output of the server, which would make it possible to host a web UI. It sounds like there might be some crossover with the work that you are doing, so I'm curious to see if any collaboration would be of use/interest.

Regards,
Tom

Messiahs · « **Reply #281 on:** August 02, 2008, 02:11:41 am »

@adamsp70
you are right.. the refresh button is not available anymore.
I will fix it.

@Streaker
You are welcome.

Regards,
Markus

gibbc · « **Reply #282 on:** August 04, 2008, 09:55:31 pm »

hey i sorry i have not been testing the software in so long as i have had no computer

but will be trying the new ver in some time but will take me time as i got dial up and it takes for evver to download

giph · « **Reply #283 on:** August 11, 2008, 04:32:36 pm »

I've been checking this thread on a regular basis for months now to see if there would be a download for the general public.

A few years ago, I tested several pieces of multi-media software to see which one would suit my needs, and I am still delighted with Media Center except for its Remote Server Interface.

I'm running xp a Dell as a server for all my media, which is stored on the asus wl700ge wifi router/external hd/torrent downloader. I listen to my music when at work via vpn and having media center installed at the office. We control media center at home in the living room via the flatscreen tv and a rf remote control using wireless audio/video sender/receiver. (Dell server is upstairs). But when listening to music I need to keep the tv switched on just in case I want to control media center. Another problem is, how do I control my music when i.e. in the garden in summertime?

My HP Ipaq 6915 phone would do the trick perfectly with it's wifi internet and xptunes.

Hence, I use media centre about 18 hours every day and I'm sure my testing will be useful.

Besides that, I would really appreciate if I could join...

AoXoMoXoA · « **Reply #284 on:** August 16, 2008, 11:37:55 am »

Hello Messiahs,

If xpTunes has been running for a long time, when I go to use it again I do not see the cover art or album title on the HOME page. Instead I see the code calling for 'current _album' something.
Once I close xpTunes and restart it I once again get the cover art and the album name info displaying properly.

Otherwise it is running well and is a wonderful addition to MC.

Edit: I got the exact message displayed when this occurs:
The cover art display is blank with the words Cover Art shown instead of the picture,
and the track info simply shows XPTUNES_CURRENTFILE_RATINGLIST

dgilgonzalez · « **Reply #285 on:** August 18, 2008, 02:07:37 pm »

Hello Messiahs,

Please, could I test your application? I am looking for a remote server, and your app sounds really nice!!!

Thanks very much and regards

Daniel

Richs · « **Reply #286 on:** August 19, 2008, 04:32:52 pm »

Messiahs,

I'm also wondering if I could test it as well. I'm running MC on Vista Basic machine and want to control in my Nokia 770. I'm sending you an email.

Thanks

Rich

Messiahs · « **Reply #287 on:** August 20, 2008, 12:09:24 pm »

@all
I'm just working on a new version, so please be patient.

Markus

CGW · « **Reply #288 on:** August 23, 2008, 01:48:16 am »

I would love to try the old version while waiting for the new version.

Chad Wagner

dgilgonzalez · « **Reply #289 on:** August 25, 2008, 12:40:54 pm »

Hello Messiahs

Could be possible play with the actual version until you develop the new one?

Thanks very much!!!!

Daniel

AoXoMoXoA · « **Reply #290 on:** August 30, 2008, 07:29:25 am »

Hi Markus,

Any idea yet as to when this will be released to the general MC12 populace?

Messiahs · « **Reply #291 on:** September 01, 2008, 10:12:08 am »

Hi AoXoMoXoA,

i really don't know. i don't find any time to realize all the ideas i have in mind.
In the last weeks a wrote a xpTunes-JRPlugin... and now i have to change the xpTunes.exe.
At the same time i played with a new template for iPhone/Touch... here i have to extend xpTunes a little bit.

On the other hand there is enough input about the "old" beta-version.. so there is no need to extend the beta group.

Markus

Doof · « **Reply #292 on:** September 07, 2008, 10:39:23 am »

You could always release a 1.0 version and then add all this extra stuff into a 2.0 version later. Your original post about this project was 9 months ago. If you wait too long to release it, people might start looking elsewhere and lose interest. It works great just as it is. It's been working great for months now. I vote for a general release.

adamsp70 · « **Reply #293 on:** September 08, 2008, 02:22:14 am »

I would agree, release a 1.0 and then gauge people's feedback on what the most important improvements/new features should be.

I use xpTunes a lot, and it's more complete than a lot of other software out there!

adamsp70 · « **Reply #294 on:** September 10, 2008, 10:02:31 am »

Quote from: Messiahs on August 02, 2008, 02:11:41 am

@adamsp70
you are right.. the refresh button is not available anymore.
I will fix it.

Understandably you are very busy, but if you have already done the code on the server side, could you let me know what javascript or xptunes call i need to make in the HTML, and i will put it in myself?

Cheers....
Paul

Messiahs · « **Reply #295 on:** September 15, 2008, 01:39:47 pm »

sry guys, i didn't find enough time for the new version... but it looks very promising.

to all who want to test the 'old' beta:

http://www.stardev.de/xptunes/download.html

1.) Unpack the zip

2.) start xpTunes.exe

3.) choose Address and port (button ‚settings’)

4.) save values

5.) start Webserver

6.) connect to address (like ‚http://192.168.178.21:8081’) with your web browser

Port 8081 could be in use… perhapse you should use 8082 or so.

have fun
Messiahs

heywood · « **Reply #296 on:** September 16, 2008, 10:21:47 am »

Used XPtunes for the first time last night on a nokia n800. awesome. however, would love to have multizone control. and maybe a skin designed for the n800 or nokia internet tablet series.

Messiahs · « **Reply #297 on:** September 16, 2008, 11:05:14 am »

"multizone control" is already done in the new version :-)

n800:
I would recommend to change a existing skin (I think the iTouch skin will be the best fit for your N800).
Normally you have only to change the css-file a bit.

Markus

Messiahs · « **Reply #298 on:** September 16, 2008, 02:51:08 pm »

preview: MCiRemote skin:

AoXoMoXoA · « **Reply #299 on:** September 16, 2008, 04:08:13 pm »

Quote from: Messiahs on September 16, 2008, 02:51:08 pm

preview: MCiRemote skin:

wow, very nice indeed

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