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post #6691 of 8396
5/26/12 at 6:25pm
For a few weeks now I've been having fun customizing my panels/pages on my iPad2 and I've gotten the hang of doing the basic Builder stuff where I now have a functioning remote - strickly using IR now except for DirecTV (almost as fun as programming my old Pronto). 3/4 of my struggles have been trying to figure out how I want my panels laid out and what graphic/buttons to use. I will forever be tweaking and make cosmetic name changes to buttons and links. Big thanks to the pioneers who have shared there images & panels - there is excellent stuff out there but time consuming trying to find what I want. Needless to say my initial layout is a knock-off
of others hard work. Once again thanks!

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post #6692 of 8396
5/27/12 at 12:32pm
With iRule is it possible that if you have a button that takes you to an app
You can perform other tasks first
I am hoping to creat a button that switches on my amp the Anthem DV2 then goes to the Kaleidescape app
Thanks Neale
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post #6693 of 8396
5/27/12 at 1:17pm
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Originally Posted by zhorne View Post

Hey guys, great thread. It convinced me to try iRule and its working great for me. All components controlled over ip. Made it easy on the family with the clean ipad interface.

My question is in regards to the Roku ip commands. I cant find a device file that includes the back button command. Looking at a few other templates it seems that button is always missing. What gives? I like the back button and it is handy. Any reason that command cant be sent over ip?

Hey zhorne, I saw your post as I was trying to figure this one out too. I started playing around with the command strings and managed to get the "back" command working.
This is the string:

press back\\x0D\\x0A

So, I just made a new a new network code command under the ROKU IP device that I found in iRule builder, named it "Back", and put the string into the data field.

Seems to work great!

Let me know if this works for you too.

Cheers!
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post #6694 of 8396
5/27/12 at 6:55pm
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Originally Posted by riso79 View Post

Does any one got the ir remote codes for Goobay HDMI Matrix switcher AVS 45

I cant find it any where.

http://www.conrad.com/Goobay-Avs-Hdm...-int&pi=943023


If there are IR devices you just can't find you would be well served to pick up a GC-IRL IR Learner. It's been a little life saver for me and no longer have any issues when adding new devices. A great value for $70 IMO.
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post #6695 of 8396
5/28/12 at 4:33pm
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Originally Posted by nrwatson View Post

With iRule is it possible that if you have a button that takes you to an app
You can perform other tasks first
I am hoping to creat a button that switches on my amp the Anthem DV2 then goes to the Kaleidescape app
Thanks Neale

Neale,

You can easily accomplish what you are trying to do. Just make a button, add the power command for your Anthem DV2 to the button, then add an "App" command to the button with the URL value "kscape://". iRule will automatically add a delay between the commands to allow them time to execute.
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post #6696 of 8396
5/28/12 at 5:54pm
A few questions:
- I'm thinking about buying a Kindle Fire because my ipod is too small but I find the iPad too big so the 7' Kindle sounds great.
Anybody using iRule on a Kindle Fire? How does it compare to using it on an iPod/iPhone/iPad? Is it as fast, like connecting to the gateways and all? Can we do feedback and such...?

- Do I need to buy another license?

Thanks!
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post #6697 of 8396
5/29/12 at 9:25am
Thanks I made the button with the app then couldn't add to it
Thanks Neale
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post #6698 of 8396
5/29/12 at 12:02pm
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Originally Posted by nrwatson View Post

Thanks I made the button with the app then couldn't add to it
Thanks Neale

Can you clarify? When you say you couldn't add to it, what exactly happens?

FYI: You can add as many commands to a button in iRule by simply dragging and dropping them onto the button.
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post #6699 of 8396
5/29/12 at 12:08pm
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Originally Posted by ArieS1204 View Post

A few questions:
- I'm thinking about buying a Kindle Fire because my ipod is too small but I find the iPad too big so the 7' Kindle sounds great.
Anybody using iRule on a Kindle Fire? How does it compare to using it on an iPod/iPhone/iPad? Is it as fast, like connecting to the gateways and all? Can we do feedback and such...?

The default iRule UI for for Fire is similar to the iPad in layout and functionality (i.e. a small tablet, not a large phone).

I can't personally comment on the connection speed and such, but the Android version got much better in the last release.

Yes, you can definitely do feedback.

The only major disadvantage of the Fire (versus the iPad) I can think of at this point is that the iTunes module isn't available for Android at this point.

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Originally Posted by ArieS1204 View Post

- Do I need to buy another license?

You definitely do not need to buy another license. The Fire would just be another "handset", so if you're using 1 or 2 out of your 3 (Basic) or 5 (Pro), then you should have at least 1-3 handsets left.

I've been thinking about trying one... I see them for $175 or so on local craigslist... Might be able to get one for $150 or so with a motivated seller.

Of course, I've seen iPad 1's for sale used for not much more money, so if you wanted to play with the iTunes module, cost isn't as much of an option as it used to be... Size is still an issue, but I've found I like using both my iPhone and iPad. The iPad is great when we're watching TV and I'm using the remote a lot, while the iPhone is more convenient when I'm probably just going to watch a movie straight through.

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post #6700 of 8396
5/29/12 at 12:44pm
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Originally Posted by ecrabb View Post

I've been thinking about trying one... I see them for $175 or so on local craigslist... Might be able to get one for $150 or so with a motivated seller.

Of course, I've seen iPad 1's for sale used for not much more money, so if you wanted to play with the iTunes module, cost isn't as much of an option as it used to be... Size is still an issue, but I've found I like using both my iPhone and iPad. The iPad is great when we're watching TV and I'm using the remote a lot, while the iPhone is more convenient when I'm probably just going to watch a movie straight through.

Cheers,
SC

I've been thinking about this myself crabb but I still just can't get my head around the whole iTunes module. iRule can load it into your UI but how would you play the music through your system? Does it get streamed WiFi to your receiver or something? I'm just not getting it.

I still owe you a pic of the mount I settled on. I chucked the gooseneck one we talked about for a "Perch" which turned out really awesome (I'll post a pic tonight if I have time).
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post #6701 of 8396
5/29/12 at 1:14pm
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Originally Posted by krichter1 View Post

I've been thinking about this myself crabb but I still just can't get my head around the whole iTunes module. iRule can load it into your UI but how would you play the music through your system? Does it get streamed WiFi to your receiver or something? I'm just not getting it.

that part is at the discretion of the individual. you could stream to airport express(es) or apple tv(s) that are hooked to your receiver (or tv or an amp and speakers), via wifi or wired network, or you could simply have the sound card of the computer that you're controlling itunes on hooked directly to any of those same three things. i could come up with plenty of other, more complicated examples of possible solutions as well, but those are going to be the most common. either way, it's a BYO type of thing as far as delivery goes. irule is just there to provide the control.
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post #6702 of 8396
5/29/12 at 2:51pm
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Originally Posted by turbojambox View Post

Can you clarify? When you say you couldn't add to it, what exactly happens?

FYI: You can add as many commands to a button in iRule by simply dragging and dropping them onto the button.

Hi Turbojambox I have tried this with no results I have a button which I add devices to by dragging on to the Button
However when I go to More and select the app action and drag it onto the button it doesn't link in to the button like the other devices
Thanks Neale
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post #6703 of 8396
5/29/12 at 11:17pm
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Originally Posted by ecrabb View Post

The default iRule UI for for Fire is similar to the iPad in layout and functionality (i.e. a small tablet, not a large phone).

I can't personally comment on the connection speed and such, but the Android version got much better in the last release.

Yes, you can definitely do feedback.

The only major disadvantage of the Fire (versus the iPad) I can think of at this point is that the iTunes module isn't available for Android at this point.


You definitely do not need to buy another license. The Fire would just be another "handset", so if you're using 1 or 2 out of your 3 (Basic) or 5 (Pro), then you should have at least 1-3 handsets left.

I've been thinking about trying one... I see them for $175 or so on local craigslist... Might be able to get one for $150 or so with a motivated seller.

Of course, I've seen iPad 1's for sale used for not much more money, so if you wanted to play with the iTunes module, cost isn't as much of an option as it used to be... Size is still an issue, but I've found I like using both my iPhone and iPad. The iPad is great when we're watching TV and I'm using the remote a lot, while the iPhone is more convenient when I'm probably just going to watch a movie straight through.

Cheers,
SC

Thanks ecrabb.

For me the size is the number one criteria, the iPad is just too bulky IMO. Especially since it will be used 90-95% of the time as a remote.
But yeah, the iTunes module is unfortunate... What are they chances that it will be available one day for Android?

But now I'm thinking, should I wait a few more months for the new Kindle that it supposed to be out?
Decisions, decisions...
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post #6704 of 8396
5/30/12 at 8:00pm
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Originally Posted by ArieS1204 View Post

A few questions:
- I'm thinking about buying a Kindle Fire because my ipod is too small but I find the iPad too big so the 7' Kindle sounds great.
Anybody using iRule on a Kindle Fire? How does it compare to using it on an iPod/iPhone/iPad? Is it as fast, like connecting to the gateways and all? Can we do feedback and such...?

- Do I need to buy another license?

Thanks!

I've been using the Fire since they came out and I managed to get the app on it. Had to side load the app until Amazon approved the Kindle Fire version. I love the size. I used an iPhone before the Fire and had use of an iPad for a while. The phone is to small and the iPad is to big (for me). The phone has the advantage of being able to hold it in one hand and tap buttons with a thumb, but you just can't quite fit enough buttons that are big enough to prevent having to scroll between lots of screens.

Let's not overlook that when I bought the Fire, I could get 3 of them for the price of 1 iPad.

It works great as a remote and I bought it primarily for that purpose - I have the power cable snaked up into the theater seating so that it can stay plugged in. I've also discovered that a 7 inch tablet will fit in a pocket and is much more portable than a 10 inch tablet. If I'm going somewhere bright, I'll grab the Kindle e-reader, but if I going somewhere dark, then I take the Fire.

I also just bought a $99 dollar Nextbook 7S from Biglots. Haven't done much with it yet, but the resistive touch screen seems like a big step backwards. I didn't know that it had this screen and didn't know anybody still made one - it still may make a decent remote. Screen resolution is only 480 x 800.

I can recommend the Kindle Fire as a nice tablet that makes a great remote. It is updated after the iOS app, but at least they are supporting it.

Cheers,
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post #6705 of 8396
5/31/12 at 11:22am
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Originally Posted by nrwatson View Post

Hi Turbojambox I have tried this with no results I have a button which I add devices to by dragging on to the Button
However when I go to More and select the app action and drag it onto the button it doesn't link in to the button like the other devices
Thanks Neale

Ahhhh I see what you mean. I stand corrected!!! It looks like you have to drag an App action onto the interface first, THEN you can drag an image onto it. However, there seems to be no way to use the app launch as part of a macro. Very annoying!

In my case, what I do to get around this is create a page that has the power and switching commands for my receiver, and on that page I just have an App button that launches the app that I want. This is not as elegant as having it all stacked as a nice macro on one button, but it is effective.

This seems like the kind of thing that iRule support should be emailed about so that they can get this feature working, huh?

Sorry I couldn't be more helpful with this one!
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post #6706 of 8396
5/31/12 at 12:40pm
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Originally Posted by turbojambox View Post

This seems like the kind of thing that iRule support should be emailed about so that they can get this feature working, huh?

Guys, this is exactly the kind of feedback iRule should have in their community support tool. Go to https://getsatisfaction.com/irule

Click the "Share an idea" tab, and ask away!

The cool thing is other users can click the "+1" button, show their support for the feature request, and iRule may actually shift development priority from one feature to another.

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post #6707 of 8396
5/31/12 at 2:29pm
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Originally Posted by turbojambox View Post


Can you clarify? When you say you couldn't add to it, what exactly happens?

FYI: You can add as many commands to a button in iRule by simply dragging and dropping them onto the button.

I make a button and the add a number of devices to the button with functions but when I try to drag over the app to the button when I release it won't stay registered to the button
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post #6708 of 8396
5/31/12 at 2:54pm
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Originally Posted by turbojambox View Post


Ahhhh I see what you mean. I stand corrected!!! It looks like you have to drag an App action onto the interface first, THEN you can drag an image onto it. However, there seems to be no way to use the app launch as part of a macro. Very annoying!

In my case, what I do to get around this is create a page that has the power and switching commands for my receiver, and on that page I just have an App button that launches the app that I want. This is not as elegant as having it all stacked as a nice macro on one button, but it is effective.

This seems like the kind of thing that iRule support should be emailed about so that they can get this feature working, huh?

Sorry I couldn't be more helpful with this one!

Thanks I will email them
Neale
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post #6709 of 8396
5/31/12 at 7:59pm
Hey guys I have a question regarding serial commands, hope you guys can help me out.

I am trying to control my ATEN 4x4 HDMI Matrix Switch (VH0404H) via Serial. These are some of the codes shown in the manual:

Baud Rate: 115200
Data Bits: 8
Parity: none
Stop Bits: 1
Flow Control: None

Monitor 1 / Source 1: 0x5A 0x7E 0x81 0x08 0x02 0x31 0x31 0xED 0x81 0xA5
Monitor 1 / Source 2: 0x5A 0x7E 0x81 0x08 0x02 0x31 0x32 0xEE 0x81 0xA5


My question is, do I enter the above codes exactly as shown above? Do I remove the space? Do I have to convert it to another format?

Any help is greatly appreciated!
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post #6710 of 8396
5/31/12 at 9:11pm
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Originally Posted by lookinco View Post

Hey guys I have a question regarding serial commands, hope you guys can help me out.

I am trying to control my ATEN 4x4 HDMI Matrix Switch (VH0404H) via Serial. These are some of the codes shown in the manual:

Baud Rate: 115200
Data Bits: 8
Parity: none
Stop Bits: 1
Flow Control: None

Monitor 1 / Source 1: 0x5A 0x7E 0x81 0x08 0x02 0x31 0x31 0xED 0x81 0xA5
Monitor 1 / Source 2: 0x5A 0x7E 0x81 0x08 0x02 0x31 0x32 0xEE 0x81 0xA5


My question is, do I enter the above codes exactly as shown above? Do I remove the space? Do I have to convert it to another format?

Any help is greatly appreciated!

No spaces and iRule uses \\x as it's hex notation. Your command should be:

\\x5A\\x7E\\x81\\x08\\x02\\x31\\x31\\xED\\x81\\xA5
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post #6711 of 8396
5/31/12 at 10:17pm
hi guys need a little help, i just got a pioneer vsx-1122-k and i want to hook it up to irule do i also need a global cache module or do i just plug the vsx-1122-k into my local network, and do the setup on the irule software?
thanks
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post #6712 of 8396
5/31/12 at 11:57pm
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Originally Posted by jjwinterberg View Post

No spaces and iRule uses \\x as it's hex notation. Your command should be:

\\x5A\\x7E\\x81\\x08\\x02\\x31\\x31\\xED\\x81\\xA5

OMG it worked! THANKS A TON!
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post #6713 of 8396
6/1/12 at 10:52am
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Originally Posted by dachad View Post

hi guys need a little help, i just got a pioneer vsx-1122-k and i want to hook it up to irule do i also need a global cache module or do i just plug the vsx-1122-k into my local network, and do the setup on the irule software?
thanks

If you control it over IP then you don't need the GC.
The Ethernet cable is all you need.
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post #6714 of 8396
6/1/12 at 10:53am
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Originally Posted by stpaulboy View Post

I've been using the Fire since they came out and I managed to get the app on it. Had to side load the app until Amazon approved the Kindle Fire version. I love the size. I used an iPhone before the Fire and had use of an iPad for a while. The phone is to small and the iPad is to big (for me). The phone has the advantage of being able to hold it in one hand and tap buttons with a thumb, but you just can't quite fit enough buttons that are big enough to prevent having to scroll between lots of screens.

Let's not overlook that when I bought the Fire, I could get 3 of them for the price of 1 iPad.

It works great as a remote and I bought it primarily for that purpose - I have the power cable snaked up into the theater seating so that it can stay plugged in. I've also discovered that a 7 inch tablet will fit in a pocket and is much more portable than a 10 inch tablet. If I'm going somewhere bright, I'll grab the Kindle e-reader, but if I going somewhere dark, then I take the Fire.

I also just bought a $99 dollar Nextbook 7S from Biglots. Haven't done much with it yet, but the resistive touch screen seems like a big step backwards. I didn't know that it had this screen and didn't know anybody still made one - it still may make a decent remote. Screen resolution is only 480 x 800.

I can recommend the Kindle Fire as a nice tablet that makes a great remote. It is updated after the iOS app, but at least they are supporting it.

Cheers,

Thanks buddy.
Though I've decided to wait for the next Kindle tablet... Hope it's not too far away
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post #6715 of 8396
6/1/12 at 8:22pm
Here's a couple of pics of the iPad in action down in the theater. I went through three different stands but this one called "Perch" has been really great and I'm happy with how everything turned out (wish it was a an inch or two shorter but no biggey).


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post #6716 of 8396
6/1/12 at 9:26pm
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Originally Posted by ArieS1204 View Post

If you control it over IP then you don't need the GC.
The Ethernet cable is all you need.

thanks for the info!
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post #6717 of 8396
6/1/12 at 11:34pm
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Originally Posted by krichter1 View Post

Here's a couple of pics of the iPad in action down in the theater. I went through three different stands but this one called "Perch" has been really great and I'm happy with how everything turned out (wish it was a an inch or two shorter but no biggey).


Great idea!
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post #6718 of 8396
6/2/12 at 10:33am
Is there a way to export a button from the builder so that it can be modified in Photoshop? Or do I just have to build buttons from scratch in Photoshop? Thanks!
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post #6719 of 8396
6/2/12 at 10:40am
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Originally Posted by rs691919 View Post

Is there a way to export a button from the builder so that it can be modified in Photoshop? Or do I just have to build buttons from scratch in Photoshop? Thanks!

https://getsatisfaction.com/irule/to...e_from_library

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post #6720 of 8396
6/2/12 at 10:43am
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Originally Posted by krichter1 View Post

Here's a couple of pics of the iPad in action down in the theater. I went through three different stands but this one called "Perch" has been really great and I'm happy with how everything turned out (wish it was a an inch or two shorter but no biggey).

Cool, thanks for posting! Price isn't bad, either; figured it would be much more. I was thinking of how I could build something custom, but by the time I spent the time, then added some iPad holder, it wouldn't be worth it. Might have to try one of these.

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