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Speedy2206
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OK guys so I've been busy at work preparing a new image for you lot; and I must say I'm pretty impressed with what i've come up with so far - I'm not going to release this image any time soon as it still needs to be modded quite a bit, and needs alot of testing.
Basically its a heavily modified enigma image - which at the moment has the title of "enigmaX reloaded". Now this isnt just your regular standard enigma image - this has been fully customized for us lot.
First of all, I have been able to get a "First time setup" function up and running. This basically means that when you first flash the image and start it up, you are presented with a series of 'setup' screens. These screens allow you to customize the image to your personal preferences. An example of what can be done is asking your for the IP address that you would like to use, without you having to go through all the different menus.
Next up is a script that I have written myself, which will convert your neutrino service.xml files on-the-fly. This basically means that you can now FTP your service.xml and bouquet.xml files over to your box and place them into the normal directory (/var/tuxbox/config/zapit). The first time setup wizard will recognize the files, and automatically convert them into the correct format. This saves you having to do a scan.
On the subject of scans, this image has all 3 scanning methods combined into one; so you dont have to play about with cables.xml and scan.conf files. The options available to you are "CableUK Sym6952", "CableUK Sym6887", and "CableUK Bruteforce". The scans with enigma images are alot faster compared to neutrino, and scanning with enigma has always seemed to pick up more channels.
Another great thing to note about this image is that THE INFOBAR HAS NOW BEEN FIXED; thanks to a great help from Cydine, who successfully managed to find the fault and provide a remedy. I can confirm that this image now has FULL EPG. Its also thought that front row may be fixed, but this is not definate as of yet.
OK, so now we get down to the "bonus features" of this image.
First of all, I'd like to point out that all the games have already been installed for you and properly set up; so theres no need for you to start messing around with FTP and files. In fact, alot of the "added extras" you like are already included for you
Next up, is the brand new version of Tuxwetter. This plugin allows you to receive weather forecasts from around the globe. You can also view live webcam images from your local area, or anywhere in the world for that matter.
I've also added for you the latest version of TuxMail. TuxMail allows you to read and write emails from your TV, provided you are using a POP3 compatible email account. You can set this up via the on-screen "first time setup" menu, so you dont have to fiddle around with config files, etc. If you opt to turn on the tuxmail plugin, then a message will appear on your screen whenever a new message arrives.
To accompany TuxMail, I've also thrown in TuxNews and TuxText. The tuxnews plugin has been adjusted so that it shows you all the latest threads from the world of digital website; so you are always kept informed. The tuxtext "teletext software decoder" also appears to be functioning quicker and more stable than ever before.
For fun, I've also included the VNC client, which allows you to remotely view and control your PC/Laptop/PDA screen. For networked houses, theres also a "Wake-on-Lan" feature so you can remotely switch on your PC whilst its in 'sleep mode'.
Now this is where things start to get interesting. I have thrown in a couple of features which have been talked about as "not possible" before
The first brand new feature I have included is a web browser. Yes that's right, a FULLY FUNCTIONING WEB BROWSER. You can now browse websites from your television screen. It supports javascript and java, as well as macromedia flash and shockwave. And best of all, ITS ENGLISH, and its WORKING!
The other feature I have included is a WEB SERVER. Yes, a web server... to run your very own websites. Its based on an Apache library file, and operates on port 80. This therefore obviously replaces the previous "web interface". Not to worry tho, as the web server can be turned off if necessary. The web interface is also accessible via port 69 when the web server is enabled.
You will also be pleased to know that the image now has a FULL MOVIE PLAYER. This means that you dont need to go through "File mode" to play your video clips. Its very stable and has a nice interface.
For people who love recording, you'll be interested to know that you can now start and stop recording by pressing the blue then red buttons. This image currently supports recording to a server (for example ngrab or dboxwinserver). I don't know if its compatible with direct file recording at this stage.
I can also boast about "stutter free mp3 playback".
Right ok, down to the picture quality. I've knicked a few files from gav's nextgen image, and I can now say that the picture quality is superb - one of the best. The image has 3 camDs for you to choose from - evocamd, newcamd, and evocamd alternate. The default is newcamd, but can be changed via the built-in menus. You can also now change the uCode directly on-screen, without having to FTP and rename files, etc.
There are two skins available for you to choose from - the enigmaX default style, and neutrino1 style. The default style is a small but compact skin, which only displays the information you need - it doesnt obstruct your television viewing. The neutrino1 style is a cut down version of the usual neutrino interface that most of you are used to. You can freely choose between the style you want to use.
There are still a few things that I need to work on, and a few things that I want to programme. The whole thing also needs to be thoroughly tested; and a select few users will be asked if they want to try this image early next week.
The things that I aim to work on are:
** VoIP interaction - Get an alert on your television screen whenever you receive a call on Skype, sipgate, or any other voip/sip compatible provider.
** Auto image upgrading - Get an alert on your television screen when a newer image gets released, and download the image direct to your box for flashing.
Before I can even begin on programming the new things I need to get the rest of the stuff properly sorted and fully ready.
In the meantime, I would like to know...
What do YOU want to see in the next image?
What can the image creators of this forum do for YOU? What features and aspects do you want to see in the next released image?
Drop your thoughts into this thread and I'll have a read a perhaps maybe even incorporate some of them. I will work closely with gav to provide you with both a enigma AND neutrino image; which works and acts just the way YOU want it.
Let me know your ideas, and I'll see what I can do.
Liam.
OK guys so I've been busy at work preparing a new image for you lot; and I must say I'm pretty impressed with what i've come up with so far - I'm not going to release this image any time soon as it still needs to be modded quite a bit, and needs alot of testing.
Basically its a heavily modified enigma image - which at the moment has the title of "enigmaX reloaded". Now this isnt just your regular standard enigma image - this has been fully customized for us lot.
First of all, I have been able to get a "First time setup" function up and running. This basically means that when you first flash the image and start it up, you are presented with a series of 'setup' screens. These screens allow you to customize the image to your personal preferences. An example of what can be done is asking your for the IP address that you would like to use, without you having to go through all the different menus.
Next up is a script that I have written myself, which will convert your neutrino service.xml files on-the-fly. This basically means that you can now FTP your service.xml and bouquet.xml files over to your box and place them into the normal directory (/var/tuxbox/config/zapit). The first time setup wizard will recognize the files, and automatically convert them into the correct format. This saves you having to do a scan.
On the subject of scans, this image has all 3 scanning methods combined into one; so you dont have to play about with cables.xml and scan.conf files. The options available to you are "CableUK Sym6952", "CableUK Sym6887", and "CableUK Bruteforce". The scans with enigma images are alot faster compared to neutrino, and scanning with enigma has always seemed to pick up more channels.
Another great thing to note about this image is that THE INFOBAR HAS NOW BEEN FIXED; thanks to a great help from Cydine, who successfully managed to find the fault and provide a remedy. I can confirm that this image now has FULL EPG. Its also thought that front row may be fixed, but this is not definate as of yet.
OK, so now we get down to the "bonus features" of this image.
First of all, I'd like to point out that all the games have already been installed for you and properly set up; so theres no need for you to start messing around with FTP and files. In fact, alot of the "added extras" you like are already included for you
Next up, is the brand new version of Tuxwetter. This plugin allows you to receive weather forecasts from around the globe. You can also view live webcam images from your local area, or anywhere in the world for that matter.
I've also added for you the latest version of TuxMail. TuxMail allows you to read and write emails from your TV, provided you are using a POP3 compatible email account. You can set this up via the on-screen "first time setup" menu, so you dont have to fiddle around with config files, etc. If you opt to turn on the tuxmail plugin, then a message will appear on your screen whenever a new message arrives.
To accompany TuxMail, I've also thrown in TuxNews and TuxText. The tuxnews plugin has been adjusted so that it shows you all the latest threads from the world of digital website; so you are always kept informed. The tuxtext "teletext software decoder" also appears to be functioning quicker and more stable than ever before.
For fun, I've also included the VNC client, which allows you to remotely view and control your PC/Laptop/PDA screen. For networked houses, theres also a "Wake-on-Lan" feature so you can remotely switch on your PC whilst its in 'sleep mode'.
Now this is where things start to get interesting. I have thrown in a couple of features which have been talked about as "not possible" before
The first brand new feature I have included is a web browser. Yes that's right, a FULLY FUNCTIONING WEB BROWSER. You can now browse websites from your television screen. It supports javascript and java, as well as macromedia flash and shockwave. And best of all, ITS ENGLISH, and its WORKING!
The other feature I have included is a WEB SERVER. Yes, a web server... to run your very own websites. Its based on an Apache library file, and operates on port 80. This therefore obviously replaces the previous "web interface". Not to worry tho, as the web server can be turned off if necessary. The web interface is also accessible via port 69 when the web server is enabled.
You will also be pleased to know that the image now has a FULL MOVIE PLAYER. This means that you dont need to go through "File mode" to play your video clips. Its very stable and has a nice interface.
For people who love recording, you'll be interested to know that you can now start and stop recording by pressing the blue then red buttons. This image currently supports recording to a server (for example ngrab or dboxwinserver). I don't know if its compatible with direct file recording at this stage.
I can also boast about "stutter free mp3 playback".
Right ok, down to the picture quality. I've knicked a few files from gav's nextgen image, and I can now say that the picture quality is superb - one of the best. The image has 3 camDs for you to choose from - evocamd, newcamd, and evocamd alternate. The default is newcamd, but can be changed via the built-in menus. You can also now change the uCode directly on-screen, without having to FTP and rename files, etc.
There are two skins available for you to choose from - the enigmaX default style, and neutrino1 style. The default style is a small but compact skin, which only displays the information you need - it doesnt obstruct your television viewing. The neutrino1 style is a cut down version of the usual neutrino interface that most of you are used to. You can freely choose between the style you want to use.
There are still a few things that I need to work on, and a few things that I want to programme. The whole thing also needs to be thoroughly tested; and a select few users will be asked if they want to try this image early next week.
The things that I aim to work on are:
** VoIP interaction - Get an alert on your television screen whenever you receive a call on Skype, sipgate, or any other voip/sip compatible provider.
** Auto image upgrading - Get an alert on your television screen when a newer image gets released, and download the image direct to your box for flashing.
Before I can even begin on programming the new things I need to get the rest of the stuff properly sorted and fully ready.
In the meantime, I would like to know...
What do YOU want to see in the next image?
What can the image creators of this forum do for YOU? What features and aspects do you want to see in the next released image?
Drop your thoughts into this thread and I'll have a read a perhaps maybe even incorporate some of them. I will work closely with gav to provide you with both a enigma AND neutrino image; which works and acts just the way YOU want it.
Let me know your ideas, and I'll see what I can do.
Liam.