OUYA, XBMC, FLIRC and an Apple Remote together - it finally works! - Ouya General

Hey everyone,
it took me some time to get this to work but if you happen to own an Ouya and a FLIRC Dongle you are now finally able to use any remote compatible with FLIRC (which is almost every infrared-remote including Apple Remotes) in order to control the console and especially control XBMC on it.
I created a tutorial explaining how here:
peterfranssen.de/2013/08/04/getting-flirc-to-work-with-ouya-and-xbmc/
Just some more input for the eager
Cheers for the help from the Android section on rooting! :good:
hmmpf- I'm not allowed to post links, yet. Sorry for the fuss. Maybe a Mod can change this post into a real link...

Thanks for the tutorial, i just bought a flirc and i will use this.

Cool, will try it out
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Hi , I followed your instructions and have tried to program the Apple remote . I have the up , down , left , right working , but the middle , menu and play/pause buttons do not work for me even though the programming went fine. any ideas as to why or what I might try to fix this ? Thanks by the way this will be a great help when I get it all working. Cheers !!!!

http://www.peterfranssen.de/2013/08/04/getting-flirc-to-work-with-ouya-and-xbmc/

Did you map the keys with:
- SELECT on the remote = 1 on the keyboard in FLIRC software
- BACK on the remote = 2 on the keyboard in FLIRC software
- PLAY/PAUSE on the remote = F3 on the keyboard in FLIRC software
?
If yes:
Could it be you misspelled the filename in the cat-command while copying it into your system/usr/keylayout folder? Look into that folder on your ouya (use a file-explorer) and check if it exists correctly: name should be Vendor_20a0_Product_0001.kl
If both doesn't work we should check whether there is a new vendor number with flirc...

c6ke said:
Did you map the keys with:
- SELECT on the remote = 1 on the keyboard in FLIRC software
- BACK on the remote = 2 on the keyboard in FLIRC software
- PLAY/PAUSE on the remote = F3 on the keyboard in FLIRC software
?
If yes:
Could it be you misspelled the filename in the cat-command while copying it into your system/usr/keylayout folder? Look into that folder on your ouya (use a file-explorer) and check if it exists correctly: name should be Vendor_20a0_Product_0001.kl
If both doesn't work we should check whether there is a new vendor number with flirc...
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Too bad I couldn't use this and also external HDD :/ wish ouya had more USB ports.

c6ke said:
Did you map the keys with:
- SELECT on the remote = 1 on the keyboard in FLIRC software
- BACK on the remote = 2 on the keyboard in FLIRC software
- PLAY/PAUSE on the remote = F3 on the keyboard in FLIRC software
?
If yes:
Could it be you misspelled the filename in the cat-command while copying it into your system/usr/keylayout folder? Look into that folder on your ouya (use a file-explorer) and check if it exists correctly: name should be Vendor_20a0_Product_0001.kl
If both doesn't work we should check whether there is a new vendor number with flirc...[/QUOte
Thanks for your reply , I will check all of that. And report back......
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c6ke said:
Did you map the keys with:
- SELECT on the remote = 1 on the keyboard in FLIRC software
- BACK on the remote = 2 on the keyboard in FLIRC software
- PLAY/PAUSE on the remote = F3 on the keyboard in FLIRC software
?
If yes:
Could it be you misspelled the filename in the cat-command while copying it into your system/usr/keylayout folder? Look into that folder on your ouya (use a file-explorer) and check if it exists correctly: name should be Vendor_20a0_Product_0001.kl
If both doesn't work we should check whether there is a new vendor number with flirc...
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All fixed the .kl file was not in it's proper place . Now it is and everything work wonderfully !!! My GF loves it now she can use the simple apple remote instead of the game controller . Bravo Peter !!!! Thanks !!!!!
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Double Keypresses
Anyone here having an issue with the AppleTV 2 remote and FLIRC/Ouya/XBMC?
I am having double key presses a lot of the time. I have re-programmed this thing quite a few times trying to eliminate it.
Any suggestions?

Related

copy, cut and paste via HW keyboard possible ???

Hi there! Maybe somebody asked this already but I could not find it:
Is it possible to copy, cut and paste with HW keyboard shortcuts? I am used to have a CTRL key from another model but on the WIZARD I only can do it via the Software Keypad by tabbing on CTRL followed by "c", "v" or "x" ... - is there any trick or solution?
there are a few programs that allow you to do that the only one that I can recall that was free is from the same makers of magic button (transcreative).
unfortunately, I'm blocked from work due to websense...and its restriction from software downloading sites...but you cango to www.transcreative.com and look through their software. it's some sort of keyboard that will connect through an IP. I've tried it in the past and it works over wireless lan too.

USB Mouse support

Edit:
I released a compiled APK that I believe is done. Please check http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=13809172&postcount=8 for more info!
I made this over the past few days for my Iconia. Since we're going to be getting 3.1 soon, I don't think I want to bother cleaning it up and finishing it.
And, before someone says something about how it's crappy, it was the first android project (Not first Java/Linux) I've ever done, I think it came out pretty well. I've put most of the major issues into //TODO:'s (such as proper detection on what event to use)
Credits to whoever posted the service example I used. I looked, but I couldn't seem to track it back down.
(Feel free to do whatever you want with it, just please include my name somewhere on it. )
Hi, can you post a guide to install your mod? Thank you
sto88 said:
Hi, can you post a guide to install your mod? Thank you
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Yak, I don't know how the zip is related to USB mouse support. Please tell us how to use the mouse.zip. Thanks very much.
netham45 said:
I made this over the past few days for my Iconia. Since we're going to be getting 3.1 soon, I don't think I want to bother cleaning it up and finishing it.
And, before someone says something about how it's crappy, it was the first android project (Not first Java/Linux) I've ever done, I think it came out pretty well. I've put most of the major issues into //TODO:'s (such as proper detection on what event to use)
Credits to whoever posted the service example I used. I looked, but I couldn't seem to track it back down.
(Feel free to do whatever you want with it, just please include my name somewhere on it. )
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Firstly Great work to the OP, I never considered redirecting mouse events to the touch screen.
I hope you don't mind, but considering 3.1 is a little while away I'd like to upload this as an apk with a few tweaks.
Tweaks so far:
Moved the SU request to the app instead of the service, that way all su calls are caught by Superuser manager and permissions are requested appropriately.
Set boundaries so your mouse can't wander off the screen.
Changed the text cursor to a png cursor.
When I work out a way to detect which event entry is the mouse I'll upload the APK, until then it's not likely to work for most people.
Keep in mind when I do upload it'll be fragile and possibly won't work for everybody.
Now I'm going to get some much needed sleep
very nice. I looked into detecting the mouse automatically, all I could come up with is reading the dmesg logs and relating them to getevents' output, which seems a bit over the top for this.
Perhaps ask for what dev to use on launch?
netham45 said:
very nice. I looked into detecting the mouse automatically, all I could come up with is reading the dmesg logs and relating them to getevents' output, which seems a bit over the top for this.
Perhaps ask for what dev to use on launch?
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Yeah that or have a detection mode which asks you to unplug the mouse if plugged in, then to plug it in and detect the added entry.
that would work too. You'll still neneed to match it with aan input from getevent, though.
Edit: Just use getevents. It returns every system event, and only the mouse ones will start with 0003.
Edit2: Ignore that edit. Doesn't return info like I was thinking it did.
Edit3: Actually..... my keyboard doesn't send any events that'd conflict.
(values are hex strings)
/dev/input/event4: 0001 0110 00000001 = left down
/dev/input/event4: 0001 0110 00000000 = left up
/dev/input/event4: 0001 0111 00000001 = right down
/dev/input/event4: 0001 0111 00000000 = right up
/dev/input/event4: 0002 0001 XXXXXXX = Y coord change
/dev/input/event4: 0002 0000 XXXXXXX = X coord change
Sec, I'll write up code to parse this type too, and attach it here.
Edit 4:Not going to work decently. getevent buffers far too much when not outputting to a tty.
Edit 5: Okay, realized that I could check what keycodes a device could send, and that there are some mouse specific keycodes. (getevent -p)
This should return the path to a mouse, or 'NONE' if there is no mouse.
Code:
String getMouse()
{
String Message = "";
String[] Parts;
String curDevice = "";
Process process = null;
boolean deviceFound = false;
boolean isInKey = false;
try {process = Runtime.getRuntime().exec("getevent -p");} catch (IOException e) {}
DataInputStream in = new DataInputStream(process.getInputStream());
try
{
while (true)
{
Message = in.readLine();
if (Message.indexOf("(") >= 0)
isInKey = false;
if (Message.indexOf("KEY (0001):") >= 0)
isInKey = true;
if (isInKey && Message.indexOf("0110") >= 0)
{
deviceFound = true;
break;
}
Parts = Message.trim().split(" ");
if (Parts.length <4) continue;
if(Message.indexOf("add device") >= 0){
curDevice = Parts[3];
}
}
}
catch(Exception a){}
if (!deviceFound)
{
curDevice="NONE";
Log.e("Mouse","No Mouse Found!");
}
else
Log.i("Mouse","Mouse Found At: " + curDevice);
return curDevice;
}
This works for the two mice I have that generate events, Logitech Wireless USB Mouse, and a generic PS2 -> USB adaptor. For some reason, my Razr Naga doesn't even generate events.
Okay, I felt that this warranted a doublepost. If not, sue me.
I've made this APK for mouse support.
Known issues:
Mouse cursor is slow
Android doesn't create events for all mice, so not all mice are compatible. Simple mice have the highest chance of working.
Makes frequent calls to root when trying to find a mouse. This will drain your battery, if you plan to unplug it for a long time, I suggest opening the app and hitting stop. Maybe someone could add a timeout to it?
Can't go onto the menu bar. I don't know how to draw over that too.
Features:
Automatically detects the mouse
Automatically disables cursor when mouse is unplugged
Automatically enables cursor when mouse is replugged
Supports clicking -AND- dragging!
This may not work for everyone. If it doesn't work for you, I'm sorry. Maybe you could talk one of the other devs here into fixing it.
This may work on other tablets, I'm not sure. There is a build compiled with Froyo libs too.
This program requires root.
Attached is the source and a compiled APK. I think I did the APK right, first one I've ever made.
If someone could let me know if this works on bluetooth mice, that'd be awesome. I think it might, but I don't know. I don't have one, and if it doesn't, I won't be the one to add support.
Do you suggest to install the standard or the froyo version on Iconia? I tried the standard and it worked fine =)
I don't think it should matter, they both work fine for me.
Glad to hear it works!
Since I've already finished this I'll post it anyway, this detects the mouse by detecting which mouse input device is missing when unplugged against that of when it's plugged in (this doesn't always work with complex mouses). It also allows you to override and choose your device, in which case if it doesn't work stop the service and try another device.
I've included source which is a bit rushed and is based on the source in the original post
yours seems to work alot better than mine. I'ma have to peek at the source.
Must be some difference in how you draw, its really noticable in angry birds.
hellcat82 said:
Since I've already finished this I'll post it anyway, this detects the mouse by detecting which mouse input device is missing when unplugged against that of when it's plugged in (this doesn't always work with complex mouses). It also allows you to override and choose your device, in which case if it doesn't work stop the service and try another device.
I've included source which is a bit rushed and is based on the source in the original post
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Works very nicely - thanks. Is there any way to control speed and add mouse pointers?
docfreed said:
Works very nicely - thanks. Is there any way to control speed and add mouse pointers?
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Theoretically speed control wouldn't be too difficult. Just a case of multiplying the X and Y coord movements by a ratio.
Dynamically loading mouse pointers should also be possible but could take a bit more time to implement.
I'll try my hand at speed control if I get some time this week.
hellcat82 said:
Theoretically speed control wouldn't be too difficult. Just a case of multiplying the X and Y coord movements by a ratio.
Dynamically loading mouse pointers should also be possible but could take a bit more time to implement.
I'll try my hand at speed control if I get some time this week.
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Great, look forward to your work. Also, would this work with a bluetooth mouse?
docfreed said:
Great, look forward to your work. Also, would this work with a bluetooth mouse?
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I'm not sure if Android generates events for them (I don't have one to test on), but if it does, it's possible.
could a trackpad on a bluetooth keyboard work thanks to this patch?
This is working really well on my a500. Thanks a bunch! This along with my bt kybd and pocketcloud I leave the laptop at home for good.
Observations:
Lots of cursor lag when doing moderate to high level tasks
Cursor hidden behind the status bar, though clicking on the buttons still works.
Thanks again!!
Sent from my DROID2 using XDA App
great
brilliant !! it works well with usb keyboard and bluetooth mouse via usb hub
Got this working with a Microsoft wireless keyboard and mouse combo (1 rf receiver). Would be perfect for when hooking up the unit via HDMI to a home theater. Also I can confirm that it doesn't work with a Logitech G500 gaming mouse. lol didn't really expect that it would, but of course I had to try.

[GUIDE] OUYA controller on Windows (working 100%)

Hey guys,
I thought I'd chime in on using the OUYA controller under Windows as I finally have it working 100%.
I recommend using vJoy in conjunction with Universal Joystick Remapper. vJoy installs a virtual controller driver whereas Universal Joystick Remapper lets you forward (and tweak) the input from the OUYA controller to the virtual one. By doing this, you can have a fully working D-pad, both thumb sticks working and you can get rid of the annoying z-axis value being created by the left trigger.
1. Download and install vJoy. As I'm a new user, I'm not allowed to post external links, so I'm afraid you'll have to use Google.
2. Open 'Configure vJoy' from the start menu and copy the settings found in the first picture attached to this post: 1.png.
3. Download and install Universal Joystick Remapper. Again, sorry but you'll have to use Google.
4. Download the attached zip file ujr.zip, which contains the configuration file (ini) for Universal Joystick Remapper and unzip it in the correct folder.
5. Open Universal Joystick Remapper and keep it running while playing your games.
At this point you're done! But in case you'd like to use your OUYA controller as a 360 controller, you can also run this configuration in conjunction with the Xbox 360 Controller Emulator x360ce.
1. Download and install as you would usually do. There's plenty of information out there if you're not familiar with it.
2. Open up x360ce.exe and configure it as in the 2nd picture I attached: 2.png.
3. Make sure to apply the settings from the picture to the vJoy device and not your actual OUYA controller. Also, as the OUYA controller shows up as controller 2 in x360ce, I loaded up the 'clear' preset for controller 2. This way we're only using the vJoy virtual controller in x360ce and not the actual OUYA one.
Hope this helps! This is my first guide, so forgive me if it's not completely clear and not according to the xda standards. :angel:
tymex said:
Hey guys,
I thought I'd chime in on using the OUYA controller under Windows as I finally have it working 100%.
I recommend using vJoy in conjunction with Universal Joystick Remapper. vJoy installs a virtual controller driver whereas Universal Joystick Remapper lets you forward (and tweak) the input from the OUYA controller to the virtual one. By doing this, you can have a fully working D-pad, both thumb sticks working and you can get rid of the annoying z-axis value being created by the left trigger.
1. Download and install vJoy. As I'm a new user, I'm not allowed to post external links, so I'm afraid you'll have to use Google.
2. Open 'Configure vJoy' from the start menu and copy the settings found in the first picture attached to this post: 1.png.
3. Download and install Universal Joystick Remapper. Again, sorry but you'll have to use Google.
4. Download the attached zip file ujr.zip, which contains the configuration file (ini) for Universal Joystick Remapper and unzip it in the correct folder.
5. Open Universal Joystick Remapper and keep it running while playing your games.
At this point you're done! But in case you'd like to use your OUYA controller as a 360 controller, you can also run this configuration in conjunction with the Xbox 360 Controller Emulator x360ce.
1. Download and install as you would usually do. There's plenty of information out there if you're not familiar with it.
2. Open up x360ce.exe and configure it as in the 2nd picture I attached: 2.png.
3. Make sure to apply the settings from the picture to the vJoy device and not your actual OUYA controller. Also, as the OUYA controller shows up as controller 2 in x360ce, I loaded up the 'clear' preset for controller 2. This way we're only using the vJoy virtual controller in x360ce and not the actual OUYA one.
Hope this helps! This is my first guide, so forgive me if it's not completely clear and not according to the xda standards. :angel:
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Thanks a lot man. I don't have anything to play with the controller on the PC, but with this, I'm sure I'll find a lot of interesting stuff. Again, thanks a lot...
ahmadshawki said:
Thanks a lot man. I don't have anything to play with the controller on the PC, but with this, I'm sure I'll find a lot of interesting stuff. Again, thanks a lot...
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I see the purpose, I just don't see the point. The Ouya controller is of poor quality compared to comparable hardware, so why would one limit their gaming experience? Thanks none the less.
drlamb said:
I see the purpose, I just don't see the point. The Ouya controller is of poor quality compared to comparable hardware, so why would one limit their gaming experience? Thanks none the less.
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I know everyone on the internet says that the OUYA controller is the worst among the rest, but I just don't see it. I like it, it's sturdy enough. I never missed a button and the long handles make a better grip for me. A lot better than the old PS3, the new Amazon Fire TV, Moga pocket and MOga pro. Those are the ones i tried and I'm still happy with mine. May be I got a better one, or may be because I'm not a hardcore gamer and all I do is a couple of low quality games. My nephews also asked me what the crap I'm using, hahaha. But they have all kinds of gaming consoles.
Again, maybe it's just me because I actually don't own any of the other consoles and tried the controllers for a couple of times, 5-10 minutes each.
Still, the whole point is if you have that one lying around, it's better to put it to use instead of buying a new one.
tymex said:
Hey guys,
I thought I'd chime in on using the OUYA controller under Windows as I finally have it working 100%.
I recommend using vJoy in conjunction with Universal Joystick Remapper. vJoy installs a virtual controller driver whereas Universal Joystick Remapper lets you forward (and tweak) the input from the OUYA controller to the virtual one. By doing this, you can have a fully working D-pad, both thumb sticks working and you can get rid of the annoying z-axis value being created by the left trigger.
1. Download and install vJoy. As I'm a new user, I'm not allowed to post external links, so I'm afraid you'll have to use Google.
2. Open 'Configure vJoy' from the start menu and copy the settings found in the first picture attached to this post: 1.png.
3. Download and install Universal Joystick Remapper. Again, sorry but you'll have to use Google.
4. Download the attached zip file ujr.zip, which contains the configuration file (ini) for Universal Joystick Remapper and unzip it in the correct folder.
5. Open Universal Joystick Remapper and keep it running while playing your games.
At this point you're done! But in case you'd like to use your OUYA controller as a 360 controller, you can also run this configuration in conjunction with the Xbox 360 Controller Emulator x360ce.
1. Download and install as you would usually do. There's plenty of information out there if you're not familiar with it.
2. Open up x360ce.exe and configure it as in the 2nd picture I attached: 2.png.
3. Make sure to apply the settings from the picture to the vJoy device and not your actual OUYA controller. Also, as the OUYA controller shows up as controller 2 in x360ce, I loaded up the 'clear' preset for controller 2. This way we're only using the vJoy virtual controller in x360ce and not the actual OUYA one.
Hope this helps! This is my first guide, so forgive me if it's not completely clear and not according to the xda standards. :angel:
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Thanks, but I'd need some help I think.
I've made exactly everything you said but I can't get it working
Is it normal that when i launch ujr (with your ini file) it doesn't appear any window? It's icon sits on the appbar but it does nothing.
I also tried doing a configuration using x360ce but it does not seems to work.
Also, the D-pad does not work with x360ce...

FLIRC + Fire TV

Picked up a FLIRC IR receiver and it works great with the Fire TV. FLIRC will work with *any* IR remote - universal remote, Tivo, Dish, Comcast, etc. Use the media keys layout to setup play, FF, stop, etc. Use the full keyboard to setup the arrows and everything else the Fire TV remote does.
http://www.amazon.com/FLIRC-Dongle-Media-Centre-Raspberry/dp/B00BB0ETW8
XBMC Guide to help you set it up:
http://wiki.xbmc.org/index.php?title=Amazon_Fire_TV#Flirc
Software you will need to configure the FLIRC:
http://flirc.tv/downloads/
Upgrade it's firmware:
https://flirc.zendesk.com/hc/en-us/articles/201130296-How-Do-I-Upgrade-My-Firmware-
div3rg3nt said:
Picked up a FLIRC IR receiver and it works great with the Fire TV. FLIRC will work with *any* IR remote - universal remote, Tivo, Dish, Comcast, etc. Use the media keys layout to setup play, FF, stop, etc. Use the full keyboard to setup the arrows and everything else the Fire TV remote does.
http://www.amazon.com/FLIRC-Dongle-Media-Centre-Raspberry/dp/B00BB0ETW8
XBMC Guide to help you set it up:
http://wiki.xbmc.org/index.php?title=Amazon_Fire_TV#Flirc
Software you will need to configure the FLIRC:
http://flirc.tv/downloads/
Upgrade it's firmware:
https://flirc.zendesk.com/hc/en-us/articles/201130296-How-Do-I-Upgrade-My-Firmware-
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1. Voice search too?
2. Can I pair the fire tv with my macbook so I can use my keyboard too? So this means I can also program a key on my macbook that will trigger voice search?
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Just realize for voice, wouldn't your remote need a mic like the fire tv remote?
@div3rg3nt Any chance you could please backup your Flirc config and post it?
roligov said:
@div3rg3nt Any chance you could please backup your Flirc config and post it?
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I second this it would be really nice to have the config file
Sleep
So I was just playing around with Flirc and I noticed that the "wake/suspend" key in the "Media Keys" controller puts the Fire TV to sleep and can wake it up.
Mine stopped working after enabling usb storage. I'll try reprogramming
Got the flirc workin again by hooking it up to the PC and upgrading the firmware
I am pondering about buying a FTV and wanted to link it with my Harmony One remote.
Is FLIRC still the best choice for my remote or is this option easier to link it?
You have a lot more freedom with the FLIRC. I don't know if any is "easier" though. I have a netflix debug button on my harmony that does ctrl alt shift d that you can't do with the ortek, if that matters. I also have power off tied to a sleep button on my FLIRC. Not sure if the Ortek has that.
rbox said:
You have a lot more freedom with the FLIRC. I don't know if any is "easier" though. I have a netflix debug button on my harmony that does ctrl alt shift d that you can't do with the ortek, if that matters. I also have power off tied to a sleep button on my FLIRC. Not sure if the Ortek has that.
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Thanks!
I bought the ortek to start off with, and it's worked fine for the most part. Aside from having a couple issues (open netflix from xbmc and there's no way to get out of netflix without grabbing the ftv remote) seems there's either a key assignment missing on my harmony or it doesn't register the key press correctly when in netflix/ftv launcher. Just ordered the FLIRC so we'll see if i have similar issues or not once i get it setup.
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Menu
Hello,
what can i choose in flirc for the menu button?
Thanks for help,
simi-chan
simi-chan said:
Hello,
what can i choose in flirc for the menu button?
Thanks for help,
simi-chan
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The FLIRC forums explains it...
Shinyhead said:
I am pondering about buying a FTV and wanted to link it with my Harmony One remote.
Is FLIRC still the best choice for my remote or is this option easier to link it?
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Bought this ortek recently, using the receiver with the harmony.
Everything works great, and I don't see why I couldn't do the ctrl+alt+D thing with this setup. Just add as many devices as you want to get the keys you need.
c0mm0n said:
Bought this ortek recently, using the receiver with the harmony.
Everything works great, and I don't see why I couldn't do the ctrl+alt+D thing with this setup. Just add as many devices as you want to get the keys you need.
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I bought the FLIRC and so far it is working out great.
I can't get it to work properly, when I press left, right, enter, etc. on my remote it gets registered by flirc, but instead of one press it's like it is looped (button hold down).
I have set up my harmony one to have an activity called firetv, as the standard buttons are not configured for firetv, I had to learn my harmony one some IR commands (used an dvd player remote).
In the flirc software I synced my remote with flirc (tried multiple key layouts, like firetv and full keyboard), but like described above, it doesn't recognise a key press as just one key press.
I thought it would be the harmony one, so I took my dvd remote (which I used to teach my harmone), but the same happened.
When I'm back at home, I gonna use another remote and see if that works or do you guys have another idea how to fix this?
sjors86 said:
I can't get it to work properly, when I press left, right, enter, etc. on my remote it gets registered by flirc, but instead of one press it's like it is looped (button hold down).
I have set up my harmony one to have an activity called firetv, as the standard buttons are not configured for firetv, I had to learn my harmony one some IR commands (used an dvd player remote).
In the flirc software I synced my remote with flirc (tried multiple key layouts, like firetv and full keyboard), but like described above, it doesn't recognise a key press as just one key press.
I thought it would be the harmony one, so I took my dvd remote (which I used to teach my harmone), but the same happened.
When I'm back at home, I gonna use another remote and see if that works or do you guys have another idea how to fix this?
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It's now working perfectly after changing the Inter-Key Delay setting from 6 to 3 in the Flirc GUI software.
sjors86 said:
I can't get it to work properly, when I press left, right, enter, etc. on my remote it gets registered by flirc, but instead of one press it's like it is looped (button hold down).
I have set up my harmony one to have an activity called firetv, as the standard buttons are not configured for firetv, I had to learn my harmony one some IR commands (used an dvd player remote).
In the flirc software I synced my remote with flirc (tried multiple key layouts, like firetv and full keyboard), but like described above, it doesn't recognise a key press as just one key press.
I thought it would be the harmony one, so I took my dvd remote (which I used to teach my harmone), but the same happened.
When I'm back at home, I gonna use another remote and see if that works or do you guys have another idea how to fix this?
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I had the same problem. This guide worked perfect and it fixed it for me.
https://flirc.zendesk.com/hc/en-us/articles/202819236
rotor00ter said:
I had the same problem. This guide worked perfect and it fixed it for me.
https://flirc.zendesk.com/hc/en-us/articles/202819236
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Tried both solutions (yours and Kramar111), but neither does work. In flirc in ter key delay was allready set on 3, tried to change it with no succes. Neither did the solution for the harmony one, but I don't think it is an harmony one problem, as the problem is the same with 2 different remotes.
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Kramar111 said:
It's now working perfectly after changing the Inter-Key Delay setting from 6 to 3 in the Flirc GUI software.
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It was allready on 3, changing it to 0 does made a difference, but still often (most of the time) it got multiple signals
Edit: This morning I tried some other stuff I've found on the internet, I faced the flirc forwards and placed a book on it, so it couldn't recieve reflection from the white wall, also placed my sunglasses (polarized) in front of it. And though it now works way better, it's still 1 of 8 times that it reacts like i'm holding down the button. I also tried the official flirc remote and same problem. Any chance the flirc Noise Canceler could help?
Anyway, i'm still wondering why setting inter key delay to 0 works better then 6, wouldn't it be the other way around?

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Can't find anything, but does the nplayer have an IR reception? I want to be able to use my harmony remote.
Can you use 2 controllers and is there any 2 player games my kids can play together?
I doubt it has IR.
The controllers used have 4 LEDs on them, to identify the controller # _ _ _ _. So I'd assume you can have at least 4 paired.
Get a flirc and you should br able to use your harmony.
http://flirc.tv
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sublimnl said:
Get a flirc and you should br able to use your harmony.
http://flirc.tv
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i have a flirc on my HTPC now
not sure if it will work on the nplayer though.
It works on firetv which is also android. I don't have a flirc but my understanding is that it emulates an HID input device and I believe those are natively supported in android.
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It emulates keystrokes, but there are drivers and software goes along with it. I'll have to check out the flirc forums, haven't looked into flirc functions since I programmed mine 2 years ago.
Yes keystrokes from a keyboard which is an HID device. The software is used to program it on your PC. All that programming is written to the flirc and from that point on its completely standalone from the software and will use those ir to keystroke mappings on any device you plug it into.
" FLIRC is*fundamentally*different than other products on the market, as the mapping of IR input to keypresses is not static, but user*programmable. While it is possible to get this type of*functionality*with standard USB IR receivers, it requires intermediary software to be constantly running: adding another layer of complication and potential failure. By saving configuration on the FLIRC device itself, the user no longer has to constantly keep software running to interpret remote commands into their desired keypresses. What’s more, since FLIRC stores its configuration internally rather than on the computer, you can move FLIRC between computers and devices without having to reconfigure it.
The key is that FLIRC reports itself to the operating system as a standard USB Human Interface Device (HID), so any modern OS will be able to read it as if it was a keyboard. Even if the device or OS you want to use FLIRC on has no included support for remote controls, you can program FLIRC to “press” keys that the system will understand. For example, I was able to program FLIRC to interpret the directional pad on my remote to standard keyboard arrow keys; I then plugged FLIRC into my Android device and was able to navigate through the applications with my remote."
Source: http://www.thepowerbase.com/2012/05/control-your-world-flirc-review/
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Awesome, thanks
Nope. It's not in the specs sheet....
Here is some useful information about setting up Flirc to work with the Android TV interface on the ADT-1 and Nexus Player. Don't have my NP yet, but will be using the Flirc with it when it arrives.
http://forum.flirc.tv/index.php?/top...roid-tv-adt-1/
You'd want to add lots more mappings for XBMC if you run that as well, etc. The forum there has lots of good info.
I've also seen posts saying it works with HDMI-CEC, so if your TV or receiver supports that you could probably run commands that way.

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