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I have a strange issue with a Roku TV. I added the device, and then setup an activity to power on and change to HDMI 1. For the first week or so, everything was working as expected, but shortly after that it stopped powering on once it had been powered off.

For troubleshooting using the following, but they haven't resolved the issue:

1. Hard-wiring the TV instead of wireless, along with changing the device IP in the app
2. Adding a wake-on-lan command to the activity
3. Enabling Fast TV Start on the Roku TV
4. Enabling Mobile App Control (Permissive)

I'd like to avoid a factory reset on the TV if possible, but if anyone has any tips or suggestions I could try to resolve the problem, I would greatly appreciate it. Thanks in advance!

Staff response: Please note support responses are still quite delayed. This is definitely the most common question though. Roku added a switch for mobile app control. You need to turn it on. Problem solved.

2025

Question: Now that my Sony XR-55A90J has switched from Google TV Media Player Control to Android Media TV Media Player Control I seem to no longer have control over input selection given the Android Roomie Remote GUI.

Am I missing something obvious? Where is the input control we used to have when the Sony TV Media Player was google controlled. I assumed the name of the OS just changed. Did the underlying code also change?

Robert H.
Life long Roomie Remote user

My Setup:
Apple Apple TV Companion Media P...

Staff response: You would never want to control a Sony TV via any of the Android/Google control options. Control it as a Sony TV the normal way. That's where the Input commands are as well.

We allow controlling it as Android because it works. Some apps or games on your Sony TV may be more controllable using it. But certainly if you're trying to control your Sony TV as a TV, you would obviously want to control it as a Sony TV not a generic Android box.

Eero is owned by Amazon, but none of that is relevant. The protocols use different discovery methods. Bonjour/Zeroconf is generally reliable and instant whereas the other protocol advertises via UPnP and thus is variable and could take a while. 60 seconds is a reasonable limit for how long to wait if something doesn't show up.

2025

Has anyone had experience setting up Roomie for Fetch TV?

It is not coming up on the 'Discover on Local Network' list. When adding the device manually, I can select it from the extensive list of set top boxes. However, while I know the device's IP address, I cannot find any documentation to advise which port to use.

Any help would be greatly appreciated.

Staff response: Not familiar with the box and I do not see a codeset in the IP library indicating they likely do not feature any sort of IP control. Also, it is not listed on our website as compatible. That all means it is controlled via infrared as per the Setup Guide.

Thanks Will. I will give infrared a go.

2024

Thanks Will, but I’m not clear on how to read the log. I turned on Collect Diagnostics and then launched the LG TV activity, but I’m not finding how to read the log. The only option I see is to send the log to support.

Staff response: Setup Guide, page 29: "The same log can be viewed live on iPadOS and macOS devices using the Show Live Diagnostics button visible when Collect Diagnostics is turned on. That button will open a separate window from which to view the log as it happens."

2024

I've got my projector responding to On/Off commands however the command set available that I've been able to find is not complete for this projector. Any suggestions out there? I'm attaching a link for the Command Protocol

Link to Command Protocol Manual

Staff response: Without any specifics, you can either add a supplemental set in Custom Devices with the code(s) you need beyond the normal set, or request specific codes get added to the built-in set. The forum is user-to-user so you would do that via support.

2024

Can anyone confirm that this set works with Roomie ? Had a TCL S4 and couldn't control it. Thinking about this or 75" sony X90L. I know Roomie works great with the sony as I have a smaller 2019 XBR950G. Thank you for any info. Long time roomie user (version 1).

Staff response: According to the website for that product, it is a Google TV. Therefore, we can control it. Whether it will really support discrete power can sometimes vary with bargain basement brands like that (eg. Hisense and TCL).

If the Sony is a realistic choice for you, definitely go with that. I would say that both on the control front and the video front. Most likely, the Hisense is also fine, but Sony has multiple control methods and is really just a guaranteed win on every metric vs the Hisense perhaps except price.

2024

Question: In order to use IP control of my Panasonic DP-UB820, the instructions tell me to turn on voice control and register for the service with Panasonic. I tried, and it looks like this “feature” was discontinued in October 2023 and there is currently no way to register for it.

Does anyone know how I can enable IP control without going through this step?

Staff response: We don't have an untouched test unit so I can't be sure what you're seeing. The test unit we have was enabled for that feature and we performed it years ago. Once you do it, that's it. The player really doesn't ever need Panasonic central to do anything further.

Have you tried just skipping that step? It might work on the latest firmware given they eliminated the other path.

In the event a fresh unit no longer allows this, the good news is that there is a path. The bad news is that the technical skill required to flash firmware on a player may be beyond some users. On the Internet, you will find widely available firmware improvements for these players which now support all the models and the latest firmware.

One of those changes eliminates this whole issue. Roomie's latest release provides a switch in the Advanced panel of the Devices editor for the Panasonic BD players to turn off Panasonic Authentication in the event you have applied such firmware changes. Not only is the whole voice control registration nonsense eliminated, but control of the player is faster because the pointless auth round trip is eliminated. Note that beyond noting the existence of such things, discussion of how to apply or where to get such things should be avoided here as it's not the right forum for that and it's very easy to find on other well known forums.

I would also note that voice control is still heavily advertised by Panasonic, so I feel like this thread may not have the correct information on that topic.

https://amzn.to/3w2p4z8

Clearly translated from the original Japanese and full of swiss cheese holes to read in circles. Reminds me of trying to get information from people at the Panasonic booth every year at CES, just as definitive. I interpret almost nothing from that since we couldn't care less about either voice feat

2024

Question: Trying to set this TV up with RR but it's not showing when adding device using discovery. TV has static IP and tried adding manually but not working. Can control TV with Philips Remote app so it's on the network and responding.

If I enter http://192.168.1.143:1925/system then I get details of the system. Have tried adding use port 1925 but no control with RR.

Any suggestions?

Staff response: Know nothing about that model. Don't think they sell them here. Not listed on the Compatibility list.

However, there is an unlisted codeset for the PFL5006-PFL9006 models in our library, and there's a fair chance it could work with your model. If you use that codeset, try using different ports. If it doesn't work, check the Diagnostic Log and compare against the commands the TV is expecting. Use the Custom Device editor if needed to enter different code. Most likely it's just the codeset/port number.

Infrared control of course would be quite reliable and is obviously also part of our library.

It seems to be impossible to get them in the USA. The nearest country Google referenced for it is Estonia. Anyway, a special pairing code process for a TV with 1 request is probably not going to bubble up to the top of the feature list anytime soon, so I would recommend IR control for that unit as per the Compatibility page.

2024

Question: Hello,

I have a new LG OLED C2 (2022 model). It was working just fine with the Roomie remote until recently. I have tried everything I can think of to make it work, but no luck.

Starting from scratch, I deleted the existing device.
Roomie discovers it with the correct IP address, sees that it is an LG TV. None of the test functions work.
It is picking a MAC address that is not the TV's, I have set that to the correct MAC address (which took several tries for it to stick), but still no luck....

Staff response: Roomie 8.3 fixes the LG C2 issue they broke in a firmware update last week.

After updating to 8.3, first "Force Code Set Update" in Settings. Wait until it finishes. Then open the LG device you have and change the port from 3000 to 3001 or just add it as a fresh device. Make sure your Primary Controller gets these changes (do them from that device) as all commands to LG TVs are sent from your Primary. For hygiene purposes, force restart everything after all of the above.

The MAC address is taken from what LG gives us, but can be wrong because they only give us one, and depending on whether you're using Ethernet or Wi-Fi, it might not be the right one for you which is why we would always advise verifying the MAC address manually.

This has nothing to do with other LG models at present. You can apply the same change to your devices without issue, bu

2023

Question: I purchased the new Sony AZ7000ES AVR. I have tried all the ports on the compatibility list with no luck and I have tried all the Sony options that comes up for devices and still no luck. I have tried these devices with IR as well and non of them control the new Sony.

Are there any plans to add the New Sony AVR's anytime soon?

Thanks,
AH

Staff response: Sony AZ7000ES AVR

Have had zero requests for this so far. If you come across an API, feel free to contact support, the forum is not useful for these kinds of investigations. The "I have found a new receiver model/manufacturer" comes up every 6 months or so and is easy to resolve as long as the user is dedicated to testing changes. We don't just sit around buying $4K receivers every day without interested party users. Also, until it is certain an IP control API exists and works, there's no reason to spend time on it. Certainly, Sony has a history of occasionally releasing random products with no IP control whatsoever (eg. Sony X800M2 UHD BD player which sits above the great 700 and below the 1100 both of which had great IP control). So don't assume it will work eventually until there is evidence of that.

I would note that at a high level it is unlikely Sony made any major changes and very likely one of the existing APIs we support when used on the right port with the right settings will control it. But certainly Sony has a dizzying array of APIs and ports so testing all of those can take time for an unknown model. Doing the basic legwork of using nmap to figure out the port is definitely the easy part though:

sudo nmap -v -p1-65535 -sS [IP of your Device]

In the very unlikely chance Sony didn't add IP control to that model and in the extremely unlikely event that the IR codes actually are changed for that model, you can always learn the IR codes from a physical remote.

Community reply: I have the STR-AZ5000ES.

While I also have not been able to get IP control to work, I have had moderate success with Serial control using an iTach IP2SL assigning the receiver as ES Models Zone 1

Volume reporting works perfectly.
The only issues I have had with using serial:

1. The mute will toggle on, but will not toggle off. I have to grab the Sony remote to unmute.
2. The Input list is hit or miss. Not every HDMI input on the AVR are available in Roomie, but also not every input on the list exist on the AVR.

I have made do for the past 6 months without any other issue.

I can start digging around for information on serial and IP control for these units and will contact support if I find anything.

Please send to support and link back to this thread.

2023

Question: Long time user of Roomie (since version 1). I'm thinking of purchasing an apple tv4k. Question, can you launch an app or have it start automatically ? I want ti use infuse to watch ripped movies on a synology nas. Thanks !

Staff response: You can certainly put an .APPLICATION LAUNCH command into your Activity Start commands to launch an app whenever you engage an Activity. You can also use the new Media Guide to direct launch any app from a list.

AppleTV 4K with Infuse is usable. Zidoo Z9X Pro seems like the best choice right now and we have a full media guide for that. If you're used to Zappiti, the Zidoo would be the cleanest upgrade. Dune has some new models that I haven't tried and in the past has been good too. I am very particular on details like true Atmos and full Dolby Vision, so AppleTV 4K tends not to be my choice for this particular need as there's no way to get passthrough Atmos out of an AppleTV.

Certainly Zidoo supports NAS shares via SMB/NFS. I've never used all these things to hookup a hard drive directly, sounds like a huge pain. Using a NAS makes it easy to switch between Infuse, Zidoo, Dune, etc.

2023

Can not get Sony X700 to power on - Roomie 7.4 - discrete Power Off works but not Power On - I tried Wake on LAN (MAC was auto discovered) but that doesn’t work either - What else should I check? Thanks

Staff response: Probably the most common question we get – there is a KB article on this very question. The answer for the last many years has 98% of the time been "you typed the MAC address wrong". Of course, you may also not have turned on Quickstart or things like that on the Sony.

2022

Question: Can someone supply the steps required to use an ATV 4K (2021) as the primary controller running tvOS 15? I am currently using an iPad as the primary but it is constantly being left off the charger, running out of battery, and then the controllers in other rooms stop working. I plan to place this ATV in my equipment rack where no one will have access, it will be hardwired to power and ethernet, etc. So no chance for failure. But I don’t see any way to put the AppleTV into Guided Access mode. The ...

Staff response: It's called "Single App Mode" and it's part of Apple's SDM.

I have not heard a lot of positive comments about that from users, so I might recommend just skipping it and making sure "Sleep After" is set to Never and see how it goes.

I maintain that a current model iPad on a charger in Guided Access definitely remains the best choice for a primary on many metrics. If you have a problem with people removing the iPad from the charger, that is a personnel problem that should either be solved by discipline or a separate iPad.

2022

Question: Even though Apple TV auto software update was set to OFF. Apple popped up the screen on top of Roomie that wanted you to confirm update or click for LATER install. I clicked later and brought RR to the foreground, but that pop up Apple message seemed to trash the automation on Roomie that was using the Apple TV for the Hub. The only way I got it back was to delete Roomie on Apple TV and reinstall it twice. It had been running fine for over 2 months. My question(s) are:

1. Can I go ahead and ...

Staff response: Don't re-install on AppleTV unless support tells you to do so. Huge waste of time. Once it syncs, you're good. If you have a large config or you've been a user for many years, it can take a little while on non-iOS systems. There is a way to accelerate that by nuking your iCloud data, but it's usually not worthwhile.

There is no issue with current versions of tvOS. Feel free to update as always. As covered in many other places, if you want to block various random tvOS notices, you can try Apple's Single App Mode.

There is no real background refresh on tvOS, Roomie must be foreground. Of course you should leave it on for iOS unless directed otherwise by support for the special case of license refresh in old apps.

As is often the case on the forum, I can only guess which is why we don't officially reply here. More likely it's things like (1) super slow/old device iPhone 8, (2) marginal Wi-Fi connections or other networking issues, (3) slow/old AppleTV. But since in the forum I can't see your configuration, it's all just guesswork and this is why there are frequent stickies here noting that things like this should not be posted to the forum and instead be sent via support ticket.

Certain devices are extremely chatty, require greater than usual amounts of work and thus place a higher burden if you use a slow/old controller. You use the term "watch device", I have no idea what that means, I assume you mean a Primary Controller. ISY is a good example of an extremely chatty device because they don't have good APIs so we have to query their world often. In a support ticket, this is immediately evident. In a forum, difficult to say.

I would re-iterate though that you have now mentioned your AppleTV interrupted by some kind of alert – which is a known issue solved as I said above by Single App Mode. You then mentioned your iPhone 8 interrupted by some kind of system alert which again is extensively documented solved by Guided Access. Run a Primary with Guided Access on a charger and ideally with an Ethernet adapter (this is repeated many times in the Setup Guide).

Both iPhone 8 and Apple TV pre-2021 models are now at their replacement timeframe or beyond it. As I've often said, the best way to do this is to buy brand new devices the moment they are introduced and then use them up to 5 years. The iPhone 8 is a 2017 device, so now is the time to replace it. It is one of the lowest models supported by iOS 16 in the Fall, so most likely it won't be supported by iOS at some point soon. Meanwhile, the AppleTV HD is 7 years old and definitely should not be used as a Primary at this point. The 2017 AppleTV 4K model (A10) is even worse than the iPhone 8 (A11), so these devices are both highly suspect modulo the context that I have no information on your config so the issue could be unrelated to a slow controller.

2022

Question: Any plans to support Philips Hue Sync? I have Philips Hue working with ambient lighting around TV. The addition of Hue Sync is powerful, but I have to control that via native app after-the-fact. Would love to have the integration all together in Roomie Remote.

Staff response: Have not used this. Given a Hue setup, what did they do for this? A quick Google seems like you need a PC running some kind of desktop app to make it work? That seems absurdly obscure. Is this mainstream, a PC desktop app is definitely not that? Anyway, if there's a straightforward way for me to set this up I'm happy to look at it. Also, what does "control" mean to you in this context? Shouldn't their sync just work with the TV? What kind of control do you want for it?

That API is immense. It's doable because it's based on Hue which we have, but actually a fair bit more complex than Hue Bridge. Anyway, it will take a fair number of user requests for this to add it because we'd need a test device. This would take forever to get working without a test unit and since the units are pretty expensive, I'd have to feel like it was very popular within our user base.

Modifying their app to do more of their stuff doesn't likely have any impact on their API.

2022

Feature: New .APP LAUNCH command for Apple TV allows launching specific apps from Roomie Remote activities.

Implementation Details:
- Use .APP LAUNCH command to launch apps by bundle identifier
- Retrieve available apps using .APP LIST command and check pinch-to-zoom logs for full list
- Use Apple TV "Companion" code set (not the standard ATV4 set) which contains the .APPLICATION LAUNCH command
- Can add both standard and Companion Apple TV devices for full functionality
- Launch syntax: Simply enter the bundle identifier (e.g., com.google.ios.youtube for YouTube)

Reference List of tvOS 15 Bundle Identifiers:
- Prime Video: com.amazon.aiv.AIVApp
- YouTube: com.google.ios.youtube
- YouTube TV: com.google.ios.youtube (same as YouTube, confirmed by users)
- Netflix: com.netflix.Netflix
- Hulu: com.hulu.plus
- Disney+: com.disney.disneyplus
- HBO Max: com.hbo.hbonow
- HBO GO: com.hbo.hbogo
- Paramount+: com.cbsvideo.app
- Apple TV App Store: com.apple.TVAppStore
- Apple Arcade: com.apple.Arcade
- Apple Fitness+: com.apple.Fitness
- Settings: com.apple.TVSettings
- Photos: com.apple.TVPhotos
- Music: com.apple.TVMusic
- Podcasts: com.apple.podcasts
- Trailers: com.apple.movietrailers
- Search: com.apple.TVSearch
- TV Shows: com.apple.TVShows
- Movies: com.apple.TVMovies
- TV (WatchList): com.apple.TVWatchList
- Computers (HomeSharing): com.apple.TVHomeSharing
- iBooks StoryTime: com.apple.TVBooks
- Roomie TV (Roomie app on ATV): com.roomie.unified
- Peacock: com.peacocktv.peacock
- Plex: com.plexapp.plex
- Spotify: com.spotify.client
- Arlo: com.netgear.arlo
- Criterion: com.criterionchannel
- Disney NOW: com.disney.WATCHDisneyChannel
- FOX NOW: com.fox.now
- Fox Nation: com.foxnews.nation
- AMC: com.amctve.amcfullepisodes
- Bravo: com.nbcuni.bravo.bravonow
- Nick: com.mtvn.Nickelodeon
- Spectrum TV: com.timewarnercable.simulcast
- DIRECTV STREAM: com.att.tv
- STARZ: com.starz.starzplay
- Showtime Anytime: com.showtime.showtimeanytime
- Animal Planet GO: com.discovery.mobile.aplgo
- VLC: org.videolan.vlc-ios
- MrMC: tv.mrmc.mrmc.tvos
- PCalc: com.pcalc.tv
- 8player Pro: com.8player
- Sonic Racing: com.sega.kartios
- Just Dance Now: com.ubisoft.dance.JustDance
- HDHomeRun: com.silicondust.hdhomerun
- TestFlight: com.apple.TestFlight

Activity Setup Instructions:
1. Create/edit an activity
2. Add Apple TV Companion device
3. Add command: Launch App
4. Enter the bundle identifier in the blank space (no other characters)
5. Example: For YouTube, enter only com.google.ios.youtube

Troubleshooting:
- If Launch App command doesn't appear: Ensure you're using the "Companion" codeset, not the standard ATV4 set
- For apps not in the reference list: Use Media Guide to launch the app, then search for "GuideViewController:selectedPlaylist" in diagnostic logs to find the bundle ID
- External resource for finding bundle IDs: https://offcornerdev.com/bundleid.html
- Alternative: Search for "GuideViewController:selectedPlaylist" in the diagnostic log after launching an app from Media Guide

2021

Staff response: Yes. Just "Add Repeat" to the command.

Hi Will
I know its a long time since you suggested “Add Repeat” to the command. I’v been living with my TV lifter not fully retracting but feel I now need to resolve the issue. I have used “Add Repeat” but irrespective of the number of milliseconds I set it to it only works for 17 seconds. I have tried 20,000 and 30,000 milliseconds with the same outcome. What else can I do to get the repeat function to work for 30 seconds.

Staff response: Submit this properly via support so we can see exactly how you constructed your command.

2021

Hi Will,

Are there any files available for IP Control of an Nexus21 TV Lift ??
The unit has IP Control but I can't find any other documentation.

Thanks,
JR

Staff response: I have no idea. If you have one then presumably they would send you the commands via a support ticket since a quick Google seems to indicate the feature exists. Such things can almost always be entered directly into the Custom Devices section of the app especially for things like that where only 2 commands are typically relevant.

2021

Just wondering if the sony ubp-x700/m is supported for IP? The reasoning why is because the ubp-x700 is supported however the model number changed for the newer blu ray player. Thanks!

Staff response: Wasn't that the one where they just changed the power cord or some other totally meaningless thing? I believe so. They just killed the 1100, tweaked a cord or model number and now have the 700 and 800M2 I believe. Shouldn't be any change in theory.

2021

Im having trouble getting my apple TV's to reliably switch on / off. ive almost managed to get them to wake up reliably by repeating menu press delay 200ms 6 times with a long menue press to take it back to the main menu, but i cant help that feel there must be a more elegant way of doing this.

Getting them to sleep has proved to be elusive! it accept a long home press to bring up the sleep option but i cant get the touch pad select thats needed to select the sleep option to work at all, ive tried putting delays in to no avail.

Im certain its that im doing something wrong but i cant see what, if anyone has had success with this could you let me have your setting please?

2021

I just picked up an LG webOS TV. Roomie found it and added it as an IP device and I was able to pair it without issue using the pairing code displayed on the TV. That said however, I’m seeing approximately 6-8 seconds of latency between commands sent from Roomie and the TV executing the command. Any idea what may be causing this? FYI, all of my other IP devices within Roomie are working as expected...

Staff response: Normally I would moderate this out as this type of run of the mill tech support is not something that should clutter the forums. However, we get this often enough to leave a record of it here. This is documented by the way.

LG WebOS is a relay device like several others. These devices ensure that they remain controllable even if many of your devices are running Roomie targeting the same device – since they only support a small number of connections, you would otherwise run into absurd limits without this feature (often they only allow 1 connection at a time).

A relay device might have slow response if your Primary Controller is not defined (see Setup Guide). Any system with relay devices should select an explicit Primary Controller (and make sure it's setup properly, see Setup Guide) to make sure you never see such issues.

Setting the primary controller did the trick. Thank you...

2020

Sony is making it difficult to access Antenna within the Roomie Remote app. I've done some homework, even shifted through JSON, and I'm not getting this to work. Here's the steps I took:
• Checked to see if Cable/Antenna access was an app through:
curl -v -XPOST http://192.168.1.20/sony/appControl -H 'X-Auth-PSK:1111' -d '{"method":"getApplicationList","params":[""],"id":4,"version":"1.0"}'. Nothing turned up – in the UI the Cable/Antenna appears as an app, so I was hoping it was treated as an app, but no luck.
• Tried adding command .key string but there's not option to add in a value
• Tried adding command .key string end with AAAAAQAAAAEAAAAqAw== (found the key string on a reddit post)
• Read what Key String means in the DDR PDF, and I think that I'm getting the different uses of the term key confused between Roomie Remote and Sony.

I know very little about coding, so other than editing the .plist file (per the DDR ), does anyone have a suggestion of how I could tackle this? We honestly watch such little TV, it's not a biggie to pull out the remote, but I want to maximize the value I'm getting out of this app. After all, this app is the reason I'm abandoning my Harmony Hub system.

Thanks!

Staff response: Not really sure what you're trying to do, but a similar command would look like this. Your cookie must match the device so it's unlikely you can just supplement this command with another unless you use a static cookie, or override the entire internal device.

\t\t\t<key>INPUT TV</key>
\t\t\t<string>POST /sony/avContent
Content-Type: application/json
Cookie: $COOKIE$

{"method":"setPlayContent","id":$COUNT$,"params":[{"uri":"tv:"}],"version":"1.0"}</string>

I'm trying to setup an activity labeled "OTA" (there are a few rare times when I want to watch network TV). Currently, on the Bravia, the only way I can change to the Antenna is to go to the Bravia dashboard which is an Android interface. On the Bravia remote there is no way input to the Antenna without having to go to the dashboard. :man_shrugging:

2020

I tried added Sony-X800 and it asked if my model was the X70 or X80. Whichever model I choose it adds the player but without any commands.

I reviewed the compatibility chart and noticed in the notes: 2019 X800M2 has no IP control. Use X1100 or X700. My player is the M2. Does this mean it cannot be controlled or can I set it up as an X1100 or X700? If so, How do I do this?

Thanks,
Ray

Staff response: Means exactly what it says. That model is verified 100% as not having any IP control. Get the cheaper X700 or more expensive X1100 instead. (Always check the list before buying if possible!)

2020

I've been a Roomie Remote user from the beginning. I just bought a new piece of gear, and I am revisiting the custom code sets I created years ago using codes from the DDK. All of my devices have been successfully controlled serially via GC-100(s) for years now. However, I have 1 command that I just cannot figure out. How do I receive serial feedback for the volume?

Here is a link to manual that I used to create the code set

http://www.remotecentral.com/cgi-bin/files/rcfiles.cgi?area=other&db=other&br=codes&dv=devicers232protocolsheets&md=sonyreceivers&kw=&st=&ar=&dt=&so=&pg=2&file=rs232/sony-receiver.zip

Data Format (Host Controller <-> Amplifier)

STX+BC+PDC+CMD + Data1+-----+DataN+CS

The terminological definition is as follows.

STX 02 H : Start of text code

BC : Byte Count (Number of bytes of until before CS from PDC.)

PDC : Product Code

CMD : Command (Opecode)

DataN : DataBlock(0

...

CS : Check Sum. A value from which 8 bits of low ranks of the sum from BC to CS are set to 0.

OK, so here are my codes

.VOLUME STATUS

STX 02 H : 0x02

BC : 0x04

PDC : 0x0a (AMP)

CMD : 0x92 (VolumeStatusReq)

DataN : 0x00 (ZONE=main room)

DataN : 0x00 (VOL ATTRIBUTE=current)

CS : 0xc9

Pretty straight forward. Next,

.VOLUME SET

STX 02 H : 0x02

BC : 0x06

PDC : 0x0a (AMP)

CMD : 0x52 (VolumeSet)

DataN : 0x00 (ZONE =main room)

DataN : 0x01 (VOL ATTRIBUTE=current direct value setting)

DataN : 0xa6 (VOL Step_High= volume_upper_data) (set to -90 in this example)

DataN :0x00 (VOL Step_Low= volume_lowerer_data)

CS : 0x61

This one is particularly perplexing because of the parameter in the 3rd data block. How do you calculate a checksum when one of the values is unknown? Lastly,

.VOLUME FORMAT

8 (Sony Binary Volume Format) per the DDK

Any help is greatly appreciated.

2020

Question: Any hope of ip controls? You can now control the 9000 thru both Alexa and google so there must be some type of api.

Staff response: We believe there may be an API that exists for the DP-UB820. But there is not yet any indication of that for the 9000. At this point nothing is published so officially none of the Panasonic models support IP control. If there were genuine evidence of IP control such that we could work on it with solid leads, we'd acquire test units, but we're not aware of any yet.

That's what I mentioned before. Someone would need to figure out the API because Panasonic does not publish it.

I tested the 820. You're not likely to find a way into that without WireShark on an existing known-good protocol. Any Alexa stuff will be unrelated as it would be cloud based.

Post the URLs you used that work for status. Maybe that will trigger something.

dvdr_ctrl.cgi

That's the 2011 Panasonic BD protocol. So just try that codeset. Add manual Blu-ray, port 80, brand Panasonic, "BDT Series (2011/2012 Models)". Let me know what if anything works.

Switch to beta so you can look at the logs. Then send them to support if needed. If we can get it working this way, that would be nice. If you don't have access to beta, submit a ticket.

Just need to scroll up. Use tickets so we can see it.

So it sounds like they re-used their ancient protocol from 2011, but then added some undetermined authentication.

Control for these devices has been added as part of tonight's 7.0.1 release.

• Panasonic Blu-ray Player IP Control: Current models including the DP-UB820 and DP-UB9000 can now be controlled directly. [7.0.1]

It might also work with the UB420, but I was not able to test that before release.

Note that you must activate the Voice Control option in the Settings on the device (even though it seems otherwise totally irrelevant) as that switch also allows normal control.
• Voice Control: ON and registered at the Panasonic site listed in the UI
• Registration Type: Auto
• Networked Standby: On

The feedback call present in Panasonic 2012 models is there, but seems non-functional so for now I've hidden it. It just doesn't return data that is correct. I was hopeful it might based on a user post from Jun'20, but in my tests all of the data returned was bogus so possibly they disabled it in firmware since that time.

Anyway, it works. Since it is otherwise a nice player, and it finally works for IP control, great.

It's the Voice Control option on the Panasonic, not related to Roomie. That's what leads you to their registration.

Based on a quick Google, my guess is the 824 is just the German model? Almost certainly the same as the US model as far as IP control goes.

Unnecessary to try to patch your firmware as Roomie does properly support the authentication.

However, if anyone does try to patch their Panasonic player, you would want to switch the codeset used by Roomie from the default to the old "BDT Series (2011/2012 Models)" from before they added the authentication step.

Removing the authentication will increase the respon...

2020

Question: Has anyone had success controlling the AT&T TV set-top box model C71-KW200 properly? When I discover devices on my local network, it finds it as a Google Chromecast-like device (which it is) but does not offer any of the AT&T (DirecTV) controls. I hear this box might have the same IP control features as the DirecTV Genie STBs?

I do have a Roomie IR blaster and I can add the device as an IR device to my setup which works great for everything except using the media-guides to change channels. Thi...

Staff response: Based on your description, it sounds like it probably is just a rebranded DirecTV Genie. Also, the last DirecTV branded box was model C61, so if this is C71, it's probably about the same thing.

In that scenario, you would just add the device manually on port 8080 as shown on the Compatibility list. You'll need to figure out its IP on your network and enable the usual additional options as per the list.

Channel switching style is also switchable as per the Advanced setting in Devices.

2020

Question: Hello All-

I am trying the 7 day trial of Roomie to see if I want to get rid of my Logitech Remote and use an iPad mini instead. I have searched and searched but can't seem to find an answer to this question....

I am using an HR25-100 DirecTV receiver and according the compatibility chart on this site Roomie is compatible with this device can someone tell me how I get Roomie to see it so I can control it?

All help is greatly appreciated!

Staff response: This isn't going to be a Roomie question, it's a DirecTV question. How various DirecTV boxes get on the Internet can be complicated and the answers for such questions will be found via AT&T forums/support.

2020

In needing a garage door “status monitor” for our family, I’ve found the new [Insignia Garage Door Controller] (https://www.insigniaproducts.com/pdp/NS-CH1XGO8/5933701)

Being HomeKit compatible, am I correct in assuming that it should also work/be recognized with SC?

Has anyone else used this device yet? I realize a new garage door opener would be a more “robust” solution, but in lieu of spending hundreds more and the fact that I don’t plan to use this for regular garage door operation, but rather to have assurance that the door is closed when we’re away (based on a recent episode where the boys left it open all day!)

Staff response: HomeKit is pretty much a given. If it works with HomeKit, it will work with us. Garage Door HomeKit devices work well to the extent we've tested which is mostly the myQ/Chamberlain HomeKit interface.

Reporting back that these devices work GREAT...from the install, HomeKit setup, and auto sync with Simple Control (garage doors now are an added icon in the homebar). Very economical way to incorporate garage door openers into your smart home (without having to buy new openers!)

2018

Hello!

I've searched the forum, for this particular projector but didn't find anything. I found some other Sony Projectors..

Has anyone been able to Simple Control to control the VPL-VW285ES via Ethernet and/or Serial.. I'm in the process of purchasing one, and want to make sure I can control it..

Thanks!

Dave

Staff response: It's listed on the website for IR. If it has serial or IP, it would work, but we don't list it because we're not aware of that being the case.

Yes it will work. You can use the VW600ES IP control and it will work fine. I have used it on the VW885ES and VW385ES. So the VW285ES will work.

2018

Question: Hi, just a friendly warning to those of us in the Apple Beta program. Do not update to 11.3. There are strange issues with control via remote from dropping connections, to loss of control when in an app, to keyboards not working. There is a note in the update log that says "Restrict Remote app connections to specified iOS devices.". I'm not sure if this is the root cause but it appears to be affecting the stock Apple iOS TV remote as well. Unpairing/repairing the remote in Simple Control does no...

Staff response: Very promising! – ignoring minor beta bugs that are to be expected.

I had never heard of "Single App Mode", but sounds like it started in tvOS 10.2. Apparently it auto-resumes the app even after reboot. This is exactly what I have been hoping for.

We fixed this ages ago internally but (1) tvOS 11.3 isn't out yet so there's no point in releasing a fix for something that has changed multiple times during beta, and (2) the App Store has had some problems lately so updates haven't been able to get through at a normal speed -- for instance any app that supports HomeKit at all couldn't be updated for several days earlier this week, and now it seems things are very backed up. At some point all of this will wash out. For those who thought upgrading to random iOS/tvOS betas was a safe thing to do, hopefully this was a lesson learned. Always use test devices for iOS/tvOS betas that are specifically for that purpose.

2018

That should work fine.

It's a HomeKit device first and foremost. Anything else is basically irrelevant. Simple Control Triggers support HomeKit accessories, of all kinds.

2018

Comparison and discussion of using iPad versus Apple TV as a Roomie Remote hub device for network control and home automation.

2017

Is the STR-DN1080 compatible over IP? If so, does Wake on LAN work? Didn't see the 2017 models listed in the compatibility chart.

Thanks!

Staff response: Add the receiver via Manual IP on Port 33336 choosing the Model = DN-1070 Zone 1. Also please be sure any applicable network settings according to your owner's manual, such as Network Standby are enabled for IP control. Based on tickets, this should work fine, but we generally test it or otherwise confirm it before officially adding it to the supported list. Though many other Sony products use Wake on LAN, I think this model is just direct power commands.

2017

A few months ago I got my Sony STR-ZA810ES receiver working with simeple contol 4. I see that there is now support for the STR-DN-1080 in SC5.

According to sony the ZA810ES and the DN-1080 use the same command set, but the za810es is not discovered by SC, nor when adding it manually can I tell it to use the DN-1080 command set. The only one that still works is the DN-1070 Zone 1 commands. Neither the STR-DN-10X0 Zone 1 or DN Models command sets work.

Staff response: Can't tell from your message if you're saying it's working for you or not because you mention you found a working set. In any case, if it's the same, you can look at the compatibility page, grab the port number for that (33336), add a Receiver manually, brand Sony, category DN-1070 Zone 1.

Yeah, it works as Dn-1070 Zone 1. I thought i saw in the notes however that there was new dn-1080 support. The DN-1070 support has always been slightly imperfect however. Support for receiver "modes" in particular seems broken.

2017

Question: It is possible to add a command to recall a Philips Hue Scene. However, scenes are recalled by an ID, not a name, and I don't know the IDs. The Hue iOS app that creates scenes does not appear to indicate the scene id, and the hue web app doesn't show scenes or scene IDs.

Any idea where I could find my scene IDs?

Staff response: Sounds like you're running an old version. V5 presents you a list of scene names for Hue.

You do need to update the manifest in V5 to reflect that.

You should ask Support to look at it as we do provide scene names now.

2017

Question: I have a TCL Roku TV which is discovered on my wireless network but I don't have full functionality. I'm unable to control the tv volume or turn the power on/off. Has anyone gotten this working?

Staff response: It's not on our supported list. However, it's probably a child of the normal Roku protocol. If you go through support we can probably add those commands (the protocol is so simple that they can likely be added via the DDK as well very easily).

Spoke too soon. Those are in the beta release notes for the next major release as auto-discovered units. However, it is supported in current production 5.0.12, but needs to be added manually. Use port 8060, type TV, brand Roku.

2017

Instructions and discussion for powering on Sony TVs using network control methods (such as Wake-on-LAN) through Roomie Remote.

2016

Can anybody help me controlling the Panasonic UHD Player DMP-UB900 via IP? When I tap "Add Device", the player is listed correctly as "Panasonic DMP-UB900 Blu-ray Player". In the "Add Device" screen however, it says "Panasonic Blu-ray Player BDT Series ([b]2001/2012 Models[/b]). When I tap "Test Remote", the device does not respond to any commands (they appear red in the list).

I am aware that it would probably work OK over IR, but I'd really prefer IP. I appreciate any help.

Staff response: No reason to believe that model has any IP control which is why we do not list it. Panasonic has not had IP control in Blu-ray Players since their 2012 models – which had excellent IP control, but then they abandoned most of the market and outsourced their player firmware. If we become aware of any changes there, we'd certainly look into it. More likely, the UHD players with good IP control will end up being Sony and Oppo as usual. This first wave seems a bit rushed. They all work great via IR.

Thanks for the explanation.

2016

Is there any support coming in the near future for the new Philips BDP7501 Ultra HD Bluray player? I am considering getting one and would really prefer it be controlled via my Simple Control remote without having to use the IP to IR device.

Staff response: I checked that player personally and there is no IP whatsoever.

Works great with the Philips Blu-ray Code Group 2 via IR.

Thanks,
Will

Thanks Will! I wonder if the Panasonic DMP-UB900 will be the same. As I understand it, they share some of the same components or at least have the same user interface. I've been torn on waiting for the Panasonic (not yet available in the US) since it's a better quality player or just getting the Philips and calling it a day.

2016

I noticed that Simple Control can detect whether the Apple TV 4 is playing content or if it is paused. What I can't figure out is how to tie commands to these different states. Here's what I mean: I have an Apple TV activity that turns all of the A/V equipment on and dims the room lights. I then select and play content. I want to be able to hit pause on the remote and have the lights come back up. The way Simple Control works (and the Siri and old Apple TV remotes work, for that matter), it's just a toggle, so I can't see any way to customize the play / pause actions on that button.

Is it possible to do what I'm trying? Any tips on how to do it would be appreciated.

gs

2016

Customer has Sharp LC-nnLE830U. Like I have with many other Sharp TVs, I set it up to use IP control. Power on, power off, input changing, menus, channel up, channel down, volume all work well.

But this customer is getting rid of U-Verse, and is instead watching broadcast only. 2 commands are not working:

• Channel Set


• Previous (channel)

We can handle that for you in support.

2015

What is the latest on this year Samsung TVs? Is the network port still powered down with the TV?

Ethernet is indeed dead on the 2015 models when off. We have one, we have explicitly tested this in every which way.

We're exploring whether we can regain IP control once turned on like we do with the 2010-2013 models. It's a herculean task, but one we're attempting. Given we're still the only ones with Apple TV IP Control, and an Apple TV Media Guide, we feel pretty good about the chance of success, but it will be a while before that kind of effort might come to fruition.

Either way, it wont solve power. EX-Link Serial (Best) or Infrared (Better) or Anynet+ (Good) seem like they will remain Samsung's solutions at least for this year.

(FWIW We were contacted directly by Samsung, they mentioned our tweet from CES about power control, we're hopeful they might take it into account in the future.)

Meanwhile, we're going to keep working on it to see if we can get other IP control style benefits like our recent addition of significant IP control for LG TVs.

I was playing around with iOS App Samsung Smart View 2. There is definitely IP Control Capability. Since it appears that Samsung does not want to play ball with Roomie is there a way Roomie could glean anything from the app (ie sniff port 7676 while using this app)?

I'm not a developer but I could email you a list of ports the Samsung JS9500 uses while it's running if that helps.

Thanks

What we can say for now is that we have detailed plans here. There is extremely good reason to be optimistic. It's safe to say we have numerous test models of their 14/15 models so there is no need to send us anything. Two things:

(1) If you have many devices (9+) and would be interested in beta testing Roomie over the Summer for the big annual Fall release, please email support@roomieremote.com. In particular, we would like a good number of Samsung 2014/2015 models added to the beta group. In general for any beta addition, our primary interest is adding people with devices that are not well represented.

(2) If you have a Samsung 2014/2015 model, please experiment with Wi-Fi functionality in particular. There may be a way (outside Roomie) to turn it on via Wi-Fi. We have not spent a lot of time looking into that part, so there is ground yet to cover here. Given Samsung's descriptions of their 2015 features, there is still reason to believe that the 2015 models at least might be able to be awakened when asleep – but not via normal Wake on LAN, possibly via some other method. If so, we can likely replicate that.

Just to make sure any searches finding this thread get the latest information, we did release support for the 2014/2015 SmartHub models as part of 3.3.0. There is not currently a way to power them on via IP – that's a hardware limitation. Once on, all standard controls are available including keyboard control when supported by the underly...

2015

Has anyone tested any of the new sony 2015 tv's yet? In particular the XBR series. Does Wake on LAN still work like it has for the 2013 and 2014 models?

I too would like to know about WOL and other controls for the 2015 XBRs.

Based on support tickets we believe this works with virtually everything in the 2015 range. We'll update the device compatibility page when we have definitive information. We use the same protocols used by Sony themselves for the manufacturer app. Compatible models for that are listed here:

info.tvsideview.sony.net/en_ww/h ... l#internet

Hello I have a 2014 x8505B and I would thought the following request would apply to 2015: is there a way to use the record and pause TV options inside roomie via IP control ? I'm in Europe (France) and a lot of people there aren't using cable Box (which are often ISP proprietary) and/or DVR (includes in ISP proprietary cable box).

2015

I have a Sharp TV (LC-60LE832U) that is controlled by IP on/off perfectly with my Vera. I just started with roomie remote and everything works great except the Sharp TV. It wont turn on or off. That is all I need by the way. IP address/port is correct. IP control is on.

For Vera to turn on: I send a IP control on command, delay, then TV on.

For Vera to turn off: I send TV off.

I have tried many different combinations with roomie but nothing works. Can someone help? Thanks.

The command you need in Roomie is called POWER COMMANDS IP, referred to on the IP Compatibility list here:

Device Compatibility

A best practice for that is basically to include that command in your System Off Activity so that the TV is reminded on a regular basis that it should continue to enable power control via IP.

Roomie, thanks for that best practice tip. I have had issues with a few of my customers losing control of their Sharps after a while. I could never quite figure out why it would work so well when I was there, but then I'd get a call a few months later that the TV was not being controlled anymore. That makes perfect sense (well, ok, it makes no sense at all!) that the Sharp would forget that it was set to enable IP control.

I suggest putting that best practice tip in the Supported IP Controllable Devices section.

2014

Any plans to add this to the IR database? The other Samsung soundbar variants don't work and iTach really struggles to learn the codes manually.

We recommend contacting support. We have some codes for you to try.

Roomie Remote Support

2014

I've done a search of the forum and also looked at the IP compatibility list but this player isn't listed.

can an anyone confirm if this player is fully compatible with Roomie?

Many thanks.

It's listed as a supported infrared device.

Device Compatibility

Thanks for the reply.

I'm looking for a player with IP support rather than IR. It appears many of the listed models are for the US market and trying to find them in the UK is difficult.

Can anyone recommend a good low priced Blu-Ray player which is IP compatible and readily available in the UK?

Low price plus full IP control is going to mean Sony. The Sony BD models from 2013 and 2014 listed on the IP Compatibility list should all be excellent choices.

Ive ve been searching for the Sony models listed in the UK but they seem hard to find. The 3100 appears to be discontinued here and I can't find the 5100 but the 5200 is available. However the 5200 isn't listed as compatible. The 3200 also doesn't appear to be available in the UK.

Looking at the available Sony models in my price bracket, the BDP-S4200 looks ideal but is it fully IP controllable?

The 5200 should work fine. Any model that says it works with the Sony app is fine would be the basic test.

We'll correct the compatibility list.

Many thanks for the replies. All very helpful.

2014

**Just setting up a Roomie - simple setup with a DirecTV HR34 receiver

When I'm in that activity, the virtual DTV remote doesn't contain live feedback, such as channel and show info. It appears on the screenshots on this site, but I can't find a way to get it to work on my iPad. The Channel Guide info does seem to work fine.

Any suggestions - Thanks!

**If you check other threads in the forums, it sounds like there may be a setting for that in the menus on the box called something like "Whole Home Enabled". That must be turned on for the feedback to work.

**Thank you -

I had whole-home already enabled, but the live feedback wasn't working. Looking closer, I found that there is a setting within whole-home on the HR34 that enables/blocks external devices from controlling the current program. I enabled this and restarted the receiver and the feedback seems to be working now.

BTW, great product!!!

**As a followup...

I notice that on the screen shot posted on your features page a couple of things I'm not seeing with my DirecTV activity/remote:

1. In the area of the live feedback (with the channel/show info), there is a small icon with a return arrow that looks like something that symbolizes return to the channel guide - my live feedback area does not have that icon

2. on the top menu, there is a keyboard icon that I am also not seeing on my roomie

Thoughts?

**DirecTV does not have a keyboard. The screenshot you're talking about sounds like the experimental TiVo support which does link the Virtual Remote back to the guide. We're not sure why the guide jump button isn't turned on for DirecTV, it's probably something we can add easily in the future.

**Again, Thank You -

Since I saw those icons in the DirecTV screenshots, I wasn't sure what to make of what they were for.

The guide jump would be great - rather than have to scroll to get back to that place in the guide.

2013

**Right! set it up and all working well

But it could be better....a few questions

- Anyway to create a volume slider or just a more effective volume control than multitapping a small button

- anyway to make Apple TV go straight to the Netflix app

- my Oppo 95 remote doesn't show feedback info ie blu-ray title, time etc

**Anything with volume feedback gets a slider. Just tap the volume screen to bring it up. If your device has no volume feedback, there's no way to create a slider.

Apple TV is an infrared device, so that would involve crazy macros with lots of left-left-right-up-down-up-down nonsense. We don't recommend it. Roku is IP controllable, has great Netflix support, and has a command to jump directly to Netflix.

For the Oppo 95 feedback, assuming you are using serial as Oppo does not provide any feedback yet via IP (they say have a plan to do so in the future), you need to send 'RS232 VERBOSE 3' per the Serial Compatibility page. Once that is sent, the feedback comes alive.

**Thanks Roomie, very helpful

Does the WD Live TV provide IP control - it looks better specced than the roku?

I presume Serial control requires another dongle/more cost?

**Oh, and does the Pioneer VSX- 2020 provide volume feedback? How can one tell

**WD TV does provide IP control. We love Amazon Prime, and WD TV does not provide that. Roku has Amazon and a healthy network of third-party channels. We would generally advise Roku.

The 2020 looks like a 2011 model for the EU only? Look for whether it is supposed to work with the generic Pioneer app for iOS. If yes, then Roomie will also work and provide feedback.

**Thanks

Think I'm suffering with being in the UK

- yes the 2020 doesnt work with the generic app, just a basic AV control

- Amazon Prime - is that an Amazon streaming service? Also not in the UK

2013

I just got a WD TV Live for the sole purpose of using it for Slingplayer. I noticed the guide haas direct link buttons to the different online services. However, I did not see any of these commands when trying to setup an activity. Is there anyway to directly connect to a service?

My end goal is to have a Watch Slingbox Activity that automatically loads the slingplayer app.

Any help would be greatly appreciated.

The .CHANNEL SET command works for WD TV just like Roku (you'll find various references to that in the forums). The difference is that getting the channel list out of the WD TV is less easy than Roku so we'll list some common ones here as it's likely the channel numbers are the same between boxes:

name = AccuWeather;
"service_id" = 28;
name = "AOL HD";
"service_id" = 58;
name = CinemaNow;
"service_id" = 25;
name = ComedyTime;
"service_id" = 51;
name = DailyMotion;
"service_id" = 35;
name = Facebook;
"service_id" = 17;
name = Flickr;
"service_id" = 14;
name = Flixster;
"service_id" = 41;
name = Hauppauge;
"service_id" = 48;
name = "Hulu Plus";
"service_id" = 31;
name = Kannuu;
"service_id" = 79;
name = LaunchPad;
"service_id" = 30;
name = Live365;
"service_id" = 13;
name = "MLB.TV";
"service_id" = 38;
name = myTV;
"service_id" = 80;
name = Netflix;
"service_id" = 26;
name = Pandora;
"service_id" = 20;
name = "Picasa Web Albums";
"service_id" = 19;
name = "Red Bull TV";
"service_id" = 59;
name = "SEC Digital Network";
"service_id" = 55;
name = SHOUTcast;
"service_id" = 18;
name = "Skitter TV";
"service_id" = 45;
name = SlingPlayer;
"service_id" = 57;
name = Snagfilm;
"service_id" = 47;
name = Spotify;
"service_id" = 37;
name = "Tunein Radio";
"service_id" = 23;
name = Vimeo;
"service_id" = 39;
name = "VUDU Movies";
"service_id" = 40;
name = WatchMojo;
"service_id" = 50;
name = "XOS College Sports";
"service_id" = 54;
name = YouTube;
"service_id" = 15;
name = "YouTube Leanback";
"service_id" = 16;
name = YuppTV;
"service_id" = 62;


Thank you.

Thank You. you guys rock. worked perfectly. :slight_smile:

2013

I haven't tried this yet and wanted to find out if anyone has had success using the HDMI-CEC control via an Onkyo receiver (TX-NR515, 616, etc) to power on/off and switch inputs for Samsung TV's.

If you have - I'd love to hear your experience...

Anyone successful with this? I just bought the Flex IP2SL and will be setting it up soon (needs to run through some walls), but it would be nice to avoid. I have the Onkyo TX-NR515 and the 2012 Samsung plasma.

As an aside, anyone have issues with needing to have both monitors on coming out of an Onkyo receiver? My main will only work if the sub is also on. Onkyo tech support was unable to help.

Let's put it this way - I've tried seven ways to sunday to get this to work with various Samsung TV's and...it just doesn't. I've been using iTach Flex units (either IP or WiFi) and a serial cable, but this only works if the TV has a serial input on it (1/8" stereo mini - usually labeled 'Ex-Link'. Or, if not, an IR bug that gets attached in front of the IR sensor on the TV.

2013

I don't own a Roomie setup yet, but I certainly will shortly. I have a fairly new Sony XBR, a Dish Satellite DVR and a Sony Blu-Ray player.

My Sony has built-in software access to a number of online streaming sites through on-board Wi-Fi and my local network.

My question is: Is there any way to automate access to the Sony's streaming menu? As it is, I have to activate the Home menu, slide over various options to the Internet Content icon and then scroll up until I hit "Amazon Instant Video" for instance.

This of course all has to be done on amazingly small buttons aligned as close together as they possibly can be and without any tactile feedback whatsoever - can you hear my frustration? :slight_smile:

So anyway, is this the kind of linear navigation Roomie can record, or is there some way of writing a script to get me to the "Amazon Instant Video" screen, or maybe another solution?

Thank you,

Rick

Hi,

I have the same question (Sony BDP S5100).

There is a SOAP command for Netflix, but seemingly for nothing else?

Many thanks,
The Hoff

Their boxes vary as to what they actually provide commands for.

Specifically referring to their 2013 TV models however, we did just push new additions to the library tonight with specific buttons for Amazon Video, Netflix, and Hulu.

It is also possible of course to attach the command sequence you use to access such a service to a button if the box you're using does not provide a specific command.

2013

Hi. I am new to Roomie.

My problem is switching the TV Input to match what is playing. I have configured 2 activities, one to play from the DirecTV box and one to play from my AppleTV. All are being controlled via IP.

There does not seem to be a command available to go to Input 1 or Input 4 on the TV when that activity is selected. The only TV remote command I see is Input Toggle. How do I select a specific TV input for a specific activity? I have a Sony Bravia KDL-60EX720.

Thanks.

Mike

Sony TV IP control uses an input toggle. They offer explicit input selection via infrared.

Thank you.

Thanks. That answered my question.

I will get the IR hardware & App Package.

Mike

2013

Question: We're doing a number of things right now for DirecTV in a future release. As part of that, we're re-evaluating some items that have been around for a while. For DirecTV, we have provided a set of commands on the Virtual Remote labelled "NOREPEAT". The purpose of these was to force those buttons into a mode where it was impossible to repeat because due to a DirecTV software bug or hardware bug at the time, they would sometimes repeat too many times.

We have not heard from any users having that i...

We have not heard from any users having that issue in a very long time, and we do not see it in our DirecTV boxes on-site. So we're wondering if that issue is still extant or possibly was fixed by DirecTV via software updates.

If you do use today the NOREPEAT commands and know that you need them, please reply to this message or contact support with your DirecTV model number and any other comments you may have on that.

2013

Does anyone know if the serial driver for the VPL-VW1000ES will work with the VPL-HW30ES? I am switching from C4 to roomie in my theater room and cable I had pulled to the projector for IR control is broken. I was using Control4 over serial to the projector. Thanks.

Hello,

I upgraded to an HW30ES a few days ago. I plan to write the device for it if it truly doesn't exist already.

I have been away from Roomie support forums for a while because everything worked.

I did write a file for the VW60 that I previously had and all buttons worked but you had to wait a while between commands.... I guess something had to time out on the VW60 end... I don't think the commands were terminated correctly.

Anyways, the RS232 protocol manual is available for the HW30ES and I need to use my existing wifi2rs232 hardware.

I will start with just on and off... actually I think off still works from my VW60 profile. On and off is all I use... I use the actual pj remote for anything else... but, if it goes well, I will try to program the rest for the hell of it and also so Roomie can add it to comparable.

Should share the same profile with other pjs like HW15, HW50, HW55 and maybe VW90 and VW95...

Looking through the protocol manual available here...

ws.sel.sony.com/PIPWebServices/ ... set-280049

Doesn't seem like they changed anything from the VW60 which I was able to write codes for. The VW100 also shared those codes... So, I don't know why it just didn't work from the start... I believe the Off command does already work but it may be turning itself off for some other reason like HDMI control but I did try to turn that off already.

We made a ton of improvements and changes to various Sony projector command sets in the December timeframe. We'd recommend trying the internal sets before resorting to custom devices. As these are generally supported devices, you could also contact support if you need a particular command that's missing or something needs to be corrected.

So,.. Are you saying they are supported via RS232?...

I know they work 100% with IR but I don't use any IR control.

Anyways, I have always used RS232 with my VW60 and looking through the protocol book above they haven't changed the commands.

I think all "I" need to do is turn off the standby "low" setting on my HW30. Because "off" was already working but you can't turn it "on" remotely when the standby is in it's more conservative setting.

There are two basic sets of codes for Sony Projectors. Our labels for them when you add devices are the VPL-VW100 and the VPL-VW1000ES IP. However, those sets work with many other models so it is worth trying those first. Sony rarely/never changes the actual codes. At most they add an input or a color temperature or iris command for a specific model.

Confirmed the codes work with my HW30ES.

I did have to change the...

2013

Question: In your compatibility chart, it stated, "Use free Sony Media Remote iOS app to register with the Sony BDP prior to use."

Do you have the exact name of the app In the app store? The apps posted by Sony corp. don't perform this registration. link link would be splendid!

Any idea when the series 10 blu ray players will be compatible?

Staff response: Just for posterity's sake, there are two related options: "Remote Start" and "Quick Start". "Quick Start" basically puts the device into sleep mode rather than powering it off. "Remote Start" refers to WOL. "Remote Start" is only available if "Quick Start" is also turned on.

Also, as of a few weeks ago, there was a firmware update that fixed the Youtube player. It hasn't crashed once on me since.

We just found an issue with the Series 10 players (3100, 5100) that prevented the new feedback for media identification from working. This will be fixed in Roomie 1.9 as all library updates are currently pending on 1.9 due to some architectural improvements. Note that Sony still only provides media identification and not play progress/time position feedback.

Thank you.

2013

Question: I just installed a new Sony 55 inch 4K TV XBR55X850A. I've been trying to get Roomie to power the TV on/off with custom buttons. I've set up three custom buttons, one with a power on command, another with power off command, and a third with power toggle command. The only one that works over IP is power off. I really want to be able to power on the TV if it's been turned off, but I can't seem to figure out how to do this. If the TV is off, it's like it isn't paying attention to the IP comma...

Staff response: Thanks for that information. This is what worked for me with the Sony KDL-65W850A... made sure I used a MAC without any punctuation just the letters and numbers of the Address for Sony TV. Also I added after +WAKE ON LAN, additional comment of POWER ON. This seems to work, I am not adding repeat of those commands to make sure they 100% of the time. Also cannot seem to add these commands to a series of commands, like turn on TV, Turn on OPPO, and Turn on Receiver and Goto Netflix. But this is huge step forward that all commands now can be in my iPad. Thanks for your help, Roomie.

2013

Question: Hi,

My Components:

Sony TV KDS-R60XBR2

iTach Wi-Fi to Infrared Adapter

FYI: The enter button for "All Sony TVs" seems to be programmed as a "Previous Channel" button.

So, I created my own device and programmed the IR codes via the original remote.

The keypad works correctly, I can type in "31.1 Enter" and the channel changes as expected.

But, when I use the TV Guide to click on the channel number nothing happens. No blue or red text appears above the remote to ...

Staff response: OK, so it seems that changing to the "Zero Prefix" switching style has fixed things.

I like the Roomie app but I think that the setup could be improved. Feels like I could have been prompted about the retransmit count if it is known that Sony devices have this issue. If I could have typed in the exact model of TV then the "Zero Prefix" switching style could have been picked for me.



I'm sure there are too many devices to accommodate . Perhaps some type of crowd sourced data collecting could be used to know what models of devices required which settings to be picked to get things working correctly.



Thanks for your time.

Brian.

2013

Question: I have a 4-year old 65" Sharp LCD television. Although it has an ethernet jack, i am sure that it is not ip controllable. I have been trying to control it with an iTach WF2IR.

The device is set up as ALL SHARP TV's using IR. There are no repeaters involved. Just the iTach blaster about 12 feet from the TV.

I only have a 1-in-3 chance of turning the TV on and off with the iTach. I've tried using the repeat codes command, and the slow-down command.

No luck. It is very hit or miss....

Staff response: I have the same TV. I've been pretty successful using the regular emitter affixed to the sensor port. I'm sure there's a reason you're using the blaster, but the emitters work if all else fails

Ports mentioned: 3

2013

Post:
I've only been tinkering with Roomie for a couple of days. I love how DTV works, it took a while but I finally got linked to my ATV 1. Feedback however is quite intermittent, and it appears I can only go forward and back, but no scroll or menu options.

Is this the best I can hope for or is there something more I can do? I love the iOS Remote app and would love to see similar functionality integrated.

Any options?

Post:
We have a FAQ on Apple TV here:

Roomie Remote Support

We're not sure what you mean by "feedback" on that as the Apple TV 1 has no feedback per the above FAQ, but all commands including MENU and others are supported via IR.

Post:
By feedback I mean the app displays track details and time information.

Post:
It sounds like you're talking about iTunes Control as that would be what displays media feedback. iTunes Control doesn't impact "forward" or "back" on an Apple TV though. iTunes simply takes over the Apple TV and does whatever it wants. If you want direct control over Apple TV, the above FAQ explains all that.

Post:
I saw this portion of the FAQ: "Another class of URLs that one might want to load using Roomie are app scheme URLs for other iOS applications."

Can this be done with the iOS Remote app? Might that be my best option?

Post:
We think Remote might support a remote:// URL scheme but we're really not sure. The best option today for direct AppleTV control is probably IR in our opinion. We have a FAQ on launching URL scheme apps though if you want to see if that is a workable path for you:

Local Network Control API (HTTP Command Interface)

2012

Post:
I am trying to setup ip controls for this device, but don't know the protocol.

I used wireshark to capture traffic to / from the Sony Blu Ray device. I monitored traffic from the sony media remote app. I have wireshark captures, which led me to discover 5 XML files that reside on the device. These files are called : AVTransportSCPD.xml, ConnectionManagerSCPD.xml, Ircc.xml, MediaRenderer.xml, and RenderingControlSCPD.xml. Would any of these assist in adding functionality to the app or making custom IP commands for a limited set of commands, such as power On and Play.

Post:
While there is a possibility you might be able to get some very basic control via some of those generic UPnP commands, it's also quite possible they will do nothing. There are a few tools on the net that run on desktop systems that would let you run some quick experiments to see whether any of those work.

The "actual" IP control mechanism for Google TV is unrelated to UPnP. It's an extremely heavyweight/overwrought protocol, but it generally offers what is needed. We haven't prioritized it yet as there isn't much deployment of Google TV, but we may do so if the landscape changes.

Post:
What tools would allow me to test? I am mostly looking for power on

Post:
Hi there, is there IP functionality available for this device? I've tried the Sony Media Player with manual IP using ports 50002/52323 but no luck. Any assistance would be helpful - thank you!

Post:
Merged with prior thread.

Google TV is pretty much the same beast that it was in our prior post. Usage of Google TV still seems to be very low and Google itself seems to have refocused to unrelated efforts like Chromecast which are not building on top of Google TV. We're still keeping an eye on Google TV as a future addition but have no plans to announce at this time.

2012

**It appears my Sony (NX720) does not appear to support Power ON over IPTV... yet. However, does should I be able to Power this TV off using IPTV and Roomie. I just downloaded Roomie and the System Off/Power off commands are not working for me.

**Same here thing but TV is EX720. Power toggle or Power off commands doesnt turn off TV.

**This is as noted in the IP compatibility sheet. Sony TVs do not support Power via IP.

Device Compatibility

We list many models of TVs there that do support full IP control.

**I have watch your compatibility list before i bought your app "Hardware does not support Power ON via IP" doesn't say anything about Power off commands and Power on is not supported because it doesn't support WOL but after its on it should understand BASIC commands.

**Yes, after the TV is on, basic commands like the digits and cursor keys will work. Generally, given the power issue with Sony, you would first hook up infrared control.

**Sony's 2012 models (at least HX850) can be turned off via IP. So if u can get it on by HDMI CEC like old models (2011) you dont need to keep old remote on table anymore for turning devices off. You shoud put that in your compatibility list like you did with Panasonic VT50.

2012

**There is a setting in the menus of the player to enable Power On via IP. It's usually called Network Standby or QuickStart. If that is off (which it often is by default), the player will not turn on via IP.

**I have the same problem with the BDP-S590 powering up over IP. Even with the 'Remote Start' set to ON it doesn't power up. I've had to set up a power on command through an Itach IP to IR using a blaster.

regards

Nick

**Yes, the power commands do nothing. That model requires Wake on LAN:

Roomie Remote Support

**Still working with this...From the compatibility chart:

"Use free Sony Media Remote iOS app to register with the Sony BDP prior to use."

I'm not sure how the app helps Roomie Power On the BDP

I downloaded the app, got the Blu-Ray registered, the Sony remote works..my phone shows up in the Sony settings...still can't get the BDP-S590 to power on. After I turn the BDP on with the Sony remote it will connect to Roomie (about 30 sec) and operate perfectly...but can't get it to power on. I'm using Wake On LAN too... I LOVE this amazing remote and this is my only holdback. I'm hoping there's a workaround or something else I'm missing?

**Please reference our last 2 messages in the following thread that resolved the confusion with this player when using Wi-Fi:

configuration-and-setup-archives/sony-bdp-s590-blu-ray-power-on-problems-t8706.html

2012

**I've been tring out roomie and like it quite a bit. I have my denon avr-2112ci working great.

However, I can't get my Sony bdp-s580 to work at all. It's on the network and I'm able to use the media control app on iPad and iPhone just fine. I went through all of the troubleshooting tips and none of them solved it. I have quick start enabled.

any help would be appreciated. Thanks.

**There are two different port numbers listed here for that:

Device Compatibility

While selecting the Series 8 command set, we recommend trying to add the device via Manual IP on both 50001 and 52323 per above. Some of the 580s seem to use the other port.

**Sorry to be dense, but what is the difference between series 7,8,9? That was something I was confused by when setting up initially.

I'll try setting up manually later today. Thanks for the tip.

**The series number for Sony is the second digit. In your case, "8".

**Thanks. I selected series 8 and it worked. Thought I tried that before, but maybe there was another issue at that time. No need to manually set up thankfully.

Only thing not working via IP is power on, but it sounds like that is a known limitation. Does power on work with wifi2IR?

thanks for the help.

**Power On with the 580 is infrared only yes.

2012

Hoi,

I'm trying to add my Sony Bravia TV through the iTach-controller, but when I add a device, select the iTach and channel, the screens shows: Type "Sony TV" (All Models All Types) but the Remote shows a Samsung-remote!?

The TV is not responding to any command (probably due to Samsung-commands). The iTach is receiving the commands because the light flashes on the iTach and emitter.

How can I fix this?

The Original Remote image simply provides a pleasing image. We default that to off, but if you choose the Samsung image remote when adding the device, that's what you will see. This is explained in the FAQ:

Roomie Remote Support

The Sony TV issue is almost certainly the issue that happens with all Sony TVs that we discuss in the FAQ with solution here:

Diagnostics

2012

Question: I'm relatively new to Roomie, but I believe I've tried everything possible and am stumped. I purchased to IR2IP devices, one for a bedroom and another for my living room. I have two "Rooms" setup in Roomie accordingly.

For background information, in the bedroom, I have an Apple TV (v3 - 1080p) that is being controlled via one of the individual IR transmitters (not IR blaster). I also have a Samsung DVD player and TV on the other ports, all configured as individual IR transmitters. I hav...

Staff response: Yes, the Original Remote button mismatch for that command is a bug. If you need it fixed, we can send you a command set for it from support. It will also be fixed shortly in the general library. For now the Virtual Remote works well.

Thanks, I'd appreciate the command set. When you say "fixed shortly in the general library", does this mean it will come down with a new App update of Roomie or something else?

2012

I'm evaluating the basic Roomie remote and want to try it out with a Samsung ES7500F TV and Motorola DCX3200-M cable box used to access Cox cable. I know the Samsung does not support WOL, but is there any way to control the cable box via IP (and without buying an iTach)?

I know eventually I'll have to spring for an iTach, but I want to make sure Roomie can do what I want, before I buy the iTach.

If Roomie can't control the cable box without an iTach IP2IR, how would you recommend evaluating Roomie's control over the TV?

The DCX3200 does not support IP control. Both of those devices are best controlled via Infrared.

Thanks. I have a couple of follow-up questions.

1. When you say "both," I assume you mean the TV too. This presents a problem because my cable box, AV receiver, blu-ray and other devices are in a media cabinet behind the TV, and it opens at a right angle to the left of the TV. I'm planning on buying an iTach and trying to use the IR blaster to bounce off a wall about 3.5 ft opposite the media cabinet to control all the IR devices. But I don't think the TV will "see" this signal. The Samsung 7500 series has its IR sensor at the top, near a camera lens. So I'm reluctant to put an emitter there, both for aesthetic and for practical reasons (it may interfere with the camera). So I was hoping to control the TV via IP, except for turning it on. From your answer, I get the impression this may be a bad idea. Is it?

2. I'd like to evaluate Roomie before shelling out $100 for an IP2IR iTach ( for 2 rooms) and $9 for the Infrared Pack. Is there any suggested way to evaluate it for controlling TV viewing using just the Base Roomie software?

(P.S. By the time I'll be done, I'm looking at 2 IP2IR's, the Infrared Pack, the Home Theater Pack ($19.99), two iPad minis (we intend to use them as our intelligent remotes), and possibly 2 IP2SL's plus serial cables if we decide we want to turn on the TV's using Roomie. So before I go down this path, I really want to make sure it's the right path for my household.)

We would generally advise IR for a Samsung TV. Serial is generally overkill for that as Samsung doesn't provide any useful feedback via Serial.

Yes, Roomie will control that Samsung model via IP, but not for power as you noted.

I have been evaluating the setup you describe above except my cable box is for time warner and I'm using a yamaha aventage receiver for audio. I am trying to gain confidence in the system as well before purchasing the $100 itach. Since my equipment is so similar, I thought jumping in on this thread might be the best way to ask my question.

Both TV and receiver were found by roomie. So far the receiver remote is working without problems. The samsung tv remote works for the most part, however, there seems to be a bit of a problem with the TV input select commands. The input select commands listed in this remote don't all apply to this TV. For example, there is only one component vid...

2012

Can this system be accessed by IP?

Thanks...

Can this be controlled with the itach?

I have been researching this a bit and apparently the C31 client can be controlled through the HR34 via IP. The command would be something like IPAddress:port/tv/tune?major=206&clientAddr=1 where the major=206 would tune to channel 206 and clientAddr is in relation to the C31 client 1-3.

satinstalltraining.com/homea ... V1.3.C.pdf

We have a test command set available for testing for the DirecTV Genie clients. If all goes well, we'll publish this in the next library update.

I just saw that DirecTV's own iOS app now allows direct control of the C31. Since we have 3 of these I too hope Roomie supports it. Thanks guys

This is part of 1.8. They did some funky stuff so it can't just be issued as a command set in a library update. 1.8 auto-recognizes and controls them all though.

I installed the DirecTV Genie and all the commands are working fine except the "Power Toggle" when turning the device on within an activity. I can turn it on/off with the virtual remote, is there something I am missing?

How to get Roomie Remote to control a specific DirecTV Box? (1 of 4 direct tv boxes).

For the HR34, it is controlled directly via IP right now. C31 Genie Clients are a separate topic. They require special commands and that's part of 1.8.

Turning the power on via IP is a bit touchy with DirecTV. This thread notes some settings you may want to change to enable that:

configuration-and-setup-archives/directv-hr24-roomie-commands-t8730.html

2012

Hello all,

Roomie remote is able to find the TV and to manage most of the options (not GUIDE button) but not able to wake it on lan, i readed all the related FAQ and posts, i also tried entering the MAC address manually but doesn't work.



I can't find any WAKE on LAN option into the VT50 menu, only 'viera link" options.



Can somebody please help me?



thanks in advance

You don't need to enter the MAC address manually. Roomie's auto-detection handles that for you. You do need to add the +WAKE ON LAN command to your Start Activity commands however. Also, Wake on LAN must be turned on in the menus on the TV.

thanks for your response but i did it and doesn't work, also no "wake on lan" option into the TV menu.



Can you please help me with more info?

Perhaps your model is a regional variation. How and where exactly did you buy that unit? The Wake on LAN option appears in the menu of the TV (we have a VT50 right here). Have you checked for firmware updates?

Hi.

I have a VT50 from Panasonic too. I don't have a wake on lan function in the menu. Bought the TV in germany.

Perhaps some of the European models could be missing that feature. Seems like a strange thing to remove, but we have seen a lot of strange feature removals with all the CostCo models, etc.

after some searching on the web looks like the european versions of VT50 comes with WOL option disabled, thanks panasonic!!

Is amazing we spend a lot of money in one of the best plasma TV of the market and they reduce drastically the TV posibilities with this stupid movements.



Anyway, do you know if shoul be possible to Startup the TV from any other way, by example emulating the Viera-Link commands?



my configuration at this moment is a Denon-3313 and the P65VT50

In general the best luck for VIERA Link is likely to be with an Onkyo receiver which at least has explicit commands to do things like turn on a connected TV. You may find that the Denon 3313 can also be made to work. It can be a little haphazard with things turning on or off unexpectedly to rely on HDMI CEC. We recommend IR control for the TV if Wake on LAN is not implemented in that variation.

2012

Has anyone tried controlling Samsung TVs via the ex-link port?

I have an 2-3 year old LCD (LN52A750) which powers off its ethernet port. I'm able to control it via Roomie's IR support, but I can't find a suitable place to mount the transmitter. It doesn't seem to work even attached to the front of the TV (which I'd rather avoid), but only if I hold it 6" to 1' in front of the TV.

I experimented with the EX-Link port tonight and it looks promising. I built a quick serial-to-headphone jack cable, and it was able to control it via the PC. A post on the RemoteCentral forums sent me to this PDF, which lists the 7-byte control codes:

akamaipix.crutchfield.com/Manual ... 50A650.PDF

The Power On, Power Off, and HDMI input commands all seem to work fine via serial... Has anyone else gotten this working with Roomie? I'm tempted to get an IP2SL to keep digging further, but was wondering if anyone else has tried it? I'm surprised Samsung isn't on the serial compatibility list.

Just be aware that EX-Link for Power On when the unit is off may not work with models before around 2009 or 2010. See this thread:

remotecentral.com/cgi-bin/mb ... gi?19083,3

We have an appropriate pre-made cable for that listed here:

astore.amazon.com/cyphersoft-20? ... F8&node=13

We've put the command set into this week's library update.

IR or Anynet+ therefore remains a safer bet if you're not sure your model supports power via EX-Link. However, of course, if your model is one of the generally more recent models that do, and you get the right cable, it's a great way to control a Samsung set without adding an emitter to the front or cracking open the case and inserting an emitter directly against the eye.

Thanks! I got it working today with the IP2SL.

One problem I did have... I wasted over an hour figuring out that either Roomie either doesn't configure the baud rate or configures the wrong one. Once I logged in to the IP2SL's web interface and changed it to 9600, it's working great. It would be nice to fix this or document it somewhere.

You're right, we should either put the baud rate in the compatibility sheet and emphasize setting it or force the IP2SL to the baud rate via software.

2012

Question: I just received my WF2IR and have it working with my Sony BRay and Denon AVR receiver just fine. I can't get it to control the AppleTV however. All the gear is in the same location, so it's not the blaster. I tried an emitter on port 2 as well - no go. Oddly, the light on the AppleTv blinks when I press "menu" on the roomie remote, but nothing updates on screen. I've also tried upping the retransmit count to 2,3,3,4,5 with no luck. Commands are appearing in blue as well. Also just updated...

Staff response: I had a similar problem that was somewhat fixed by un pairing. However, the select button doesn't work and I get an audible feedback bleep when I push select How can I fix this?

2012

I like the DVR management through the Xfinity App better than launching http://xfinitytv.comcast.net/tv-listings in a web browser so I started looking at the xfinitytv.ipa and found the url handler.

Install the Comcast Xfinity TV Remote via itunes and configure

Create a new activity or place in an existing, you can even make it one of your startup commands

Edit/add new activity, select add command

choose url, click url and enter: xfinitytv://

in the opens box, select "in safari"

save your changes
viola,

Tim

same can be done with the paid plex app in the app store if you have a plex media server that you want to control in something other than the remote or your web browser. The paid app is much quicker than the web experience and you can set it to play on your media server by default instead of your local device (ipad or iphone). The magic url is:

plexapp://

Tim

Anyone know if there is a custom URL for the Time Warner app?

dshollis - I was unable to launch the twc tv app

2012

Just starting & waiting on IR2WF to arrive. Already downloaded all your available software. Meanwhile several questions. Question # 1) 2010 Samsung TV UN46C8000XF with "internet@TV". Your compatibility tab sounds like the TV may be supported for 2 way IP control. How would I get that enabled (or can I) with Roomie? The TV is currently set up on the internet with Samsungs' internet@TV enabled. I'd prefer to control the TV over IP (not with IR emitters). Question #2 a, b & c) Denon AVR 887. Theres no ethernet connector, however there are 1 each "Remote In/Out Room to Room" 1/8 mini jack receptacles. I've researched some on the net that the receptacles can be used for IR control signals but there seems to be confusion/uncertainty as to being stereo or mono mini receptacles and if it proprietary codes. I see you have a RS232 to 1/8 mini jack adaptor. Will that work (without smoking my Denon rig)? If so, do you then have the code(s) and support if I get the WF2SL device? Or am I stuck with using IR flashers and my IR2WF for the AVR887? Would you consider WF2SL support for the 887 if you don't currently?
Thanks,
Jay

On the Denon AVR 887 Would using the IR2WF I ordered with a mini jack to “Remote In Room to Room” 1/8 mini jack receptacle in place of an IR emitter set up work? Would it be a mono or stereo mini jack at the AVR 887 receptacle then?

IR jacks are generally mono if they're standard jacks. A mono-mono cable would be like the one on this page:

astore.amazon.com/cyphersoft-20? ... TF8&node=9

Remember with Samsung IP control that their TVs turn off the network interface when they're physically off. In recent years, their serial EX-Link interface does stay on however. So the options with Samsung are IR (usually the simplest and best choice), IP with some combination of Anynet+ devices that works for you, and Serial if your unit supports it.

2012

Hello,

I have a question i got some codes:


'1': '0xE0E020DF' how can i use this as ir code in roomie?

BR Jurgen

That's a manufacturer specific number not useful in a generalized IR context. What you would need is either Pronto-style codes or, though this method can be extremely time consuming, you could also get raw IR formatting information such as used by MakeHex. Pronto codes will paste directly into Roomie whereas raw formatting info requires significant work on your part to translate, but it can be done whereas the number you give there is just not convertible.

How do I "paste pronto codes directly into Roomie".

The DDK has templates for that:

Roomie Remote Support

2012

I have chosen Sony All models and very few buttons work, such as volume up/down and channel up/down. Most other buttons do not work.
Anyone else got this working?

Sony TVs need a Retransmit Count of at least 2, sometimes even higher. We have an IR diagnosis FAQ here with additional tips:

Diagnostics

I've tried to increase the re-transmit count, but since the volume buttons are working I suspect something is wrong with the codes.

This evening it does seem somewhat better. I'm trying repeat counts 2 and 3, but none of the two are perfect. Like for changing volume... you can see that it jumps 1-3 steps for every 'click'. On the other hand, if I don't use repeats I won't get mute or other features working...

2012

Users discussed setup and control configuration for the Epson TW9400 projector integration with Roomie Remote.

2024

I currently have the device set up with an IR blaster. I have been having some difficulties because it does not have discreet on / off commands. So I read that IP control is available for the on/off commands.

I have hard wired the projector to my LAN. It has an established IP address and I have turned on the Control4 setting as I had read in other threads. However when I search for a new device to add in the Roomie app it does not appear. And when I try to enter it manually via IP address it also does not work.

Can anyone talk me through the steps of how to make this work?

Staff response: Looks like a duplicate of this thread:

The important piece is verifying the port it uses. Many tools available for that including one just a few threads back.

2024

Question: I have been facing challenge controlling my JVC NZ800. I have tried Force Code Set Update, set the password on JVC to “PASSWORD10”, and added the JVC as a device with the new category “D-ILA IP Auth”, but still not able to control it.

I heard the new NZ800/900 use encrypted sha256 string. Does that mean the Password needs to be converted into sha256 rather than a plaint text?

Staff response: Looks like yet another protocol change from them. Here is a codeset that uses PASSWORD10 concatenated with JVCKWPJ and then SHA-256 encoded. So, stick with PASSWORD10.

Feel free to edit this codeset and import it with your own encoded password if you like.
JVC-Projector-PASSWORD10Hashed.plist|attachment (15.7 KB)

As per the previous post, you can feel free to edit the codeset to your liking including changing the password. This issue does not apply to the breadth of Epson projectors so I can't really say what your issue might be. However, it's safe to say the forum is not somewhere that we can dig into anything like this anyway so feel free to send the log snippets to support to make sure you're sending what you think you're sending.

2024

Discussion about coordinating Zidoo Z9X Pro media player control with JVC equipment power management through Roomie Remote activities.

2023

Request: User needed more than 3 lens memory options in the default JVC projector profile. JVC projectors can save many more memory settings (user needed 6 on their scope screen), and iRule had supported 16 lens control options.

Solution: Create a Custom Code Set with brand "JVC", category "Projector", and type "Supplemental"
- Add custom commands for additional lens memory recall functions
- Command format uses escaped hex codes
- Example format: <key>LENS MEMORY RECALL 1</key><string>\x21\x89\x01\x49\x4E\x4D\x4C\x30\x0A</string>
- Paste the hex codes (without the backslash escaping if copying directly into Roomie)
- No additional subscription level required for custom commands

Built-in Profile Updates: Staff confirmed that additional lens memory options would be added to the official JVC projector profile in May release (mentioned in post #5).

Subscription: Base level subscription plan supports custom command additions.

2022

Anyone have any success controlling an Epson 3800 4K projector? I tried the recommended port 4352, using both the "All Projectors" and the "pjtalk" options. No joy. Notwithstanding the recommendation, the projector has five (5) open ports:
* 80
* 3620 (ep-pcp) aka "Epson projector control"
* 3621 (ep-nsp) aka "Epson network screen port"
* 3629 (escvpnet), and
* 5357 (wsdapi) "Web services for devices API"

I tried all of these, using both options, to no effect. However I DID prove the projector is controllable over TCP/IP, using Epson's own Projector Control app on the iPhone.

TIA.

Staff response: Again, as noted in the stickies all over the forum, it is very unlikely that the right path here is posting to the forum. Meanwhile, this kind of thing is trivial to resolve via support ticket.

Glancing at the Epson page, I don't even see an Ethernet port on the spec list:

https://epson.com/For-Home/Projectors/Home-Cinema/Home-Cinema-3800-4K-PRO-UHD-3-Chip-Projector-with-HDR/p/V11H959020

What is the network interface you're trying to use? If you hadn't port-scanned it, the spec page makes it sound like a serial-only model. Serial is probably going to be the best control method for that unit anyway.

You've gotten people gun shy over the years by consistently jumping on them for posting or reporting in the wrong place. I've developed a simple algorithm, which I certainly can revise: If it appears that your software is screwing up, I'll put in a support request via the app. If it appears that it is something that I don't understand, I'll ask fellow users first. Finally, if there is a specific sticky post that exhaustively lists what types of issues should be raised where, I'd happily receive a pointer to it.

Now, to advance the conversation: The Epson 3800, which I bought to use while I am waiting for my JVC DLA-NZ8, has a WiFi dongle accessory from Epson, specifically for their projectors that don't have RJ-45 Ethernet ports. The firmware/menus on the projector have an entire section to set up this as the TCP/IP interface to the projector. I set this dongle up easily, and did a port scan when the recommended port in your compatibility list didn't work.

Although the main focus of this projector's WiFi interface is for users to directly stream content to the projector from PC's or handheld devices (there is an app for that), it also specifically says in the datasheet and the documentation that the interface can be used for control, as well. My post reported my failed attempts to take control, notwithstanding Epson's statements, except with Epson's own iOS app.

Finally, I concluded that one of the reasons that Roomie did not accommodate this fairly recent projector is that you had never seen it. I also assumed that if your interest were piqued, you'd follow up. However, to keep my interface attempts moving along, I immediately purchased for 2nd-day delivery a Global Cache iTach Ethernet to RS232 interface, since the only conceivable purpose of this ancient technology on a modern device was for legacy control systems. I received the iTach device yesterday.

Last night, I successfully trained Roomie and the IP-to-serial Global Cache serial interface to fully control this projector, using the serial and "All Models" options in Roomie. Because of your outstandingly well thought out software design, it was an effortless process, and I have full control via RS232.

So, I no longer have a pressing need to discover why this model resisted IP control. Just a curiosity remains. I'll gladly expose the projector on the Internet, if you want to poke at it, or try out any code you might gen up. Just let me know by PM. Otherwise, I'm a happy camper.

Thanks for the fast response.

2022

I use two different lens aperture settings on my JVC projector (2.35:1 screen, Panamorph lens) depending on if I am using 2.35 width or 16:9.

The built in command set for JVC devices includes an Aperture command, but I don't see any way to input a numeric value. The projector accepts values from 0,-1.-2,... through -15.

Maybe I am missing something. I would like to be able to send custom values to the projector with my commands to change viewing aspect ratios.

2019

Hey,
I just bought a simple blaster & serial cable to better control my BenQ w1070
but when I went to add the projector.. I noticed that you only have commands for the BenQ w7000 projector.
I gave it a shot and it works for turning on/off of the projector but it does not have options for changing sources.
How do I go about programming a source button to change HDMI inputs in simple control with a projector that's being controlled thru a serial cable?

Staff response: This kind of request (and all similar requests) should be sent to support. They can help get the commands you need added to either the actual library or a custom code set.

2017

Hi, Just wondering if this projector could be looked into an perhaps added for IP control.
I have have tried whats currently programmed in the system but unfortunately nothing.
I know things are busy with the new version being released, but if this could be looked into that would be great. Or if anyone has got it working via IP, if you could share how it was done.
Unfortunately I have no experience in creating a custom file, so I would have no idea how to go about.
Anyway thanks for a great product

Hey,
I have the Epson 5040ub and IP control works perfectly..
I'm not in front of my projector now but I know you have to go into it's settings and turn on Control 4 and theres another setting that needs to be turned on I believe..im sure you can find it by googling your projector model and ipcontrol.
Once in Simple you have to manually add it as an Epson Projector LS10000 I believe and set it to port 4352..
Hope this helps you out.

Thankyou so much! The control 4 setting did it.
Appreciate your reply. I can now power on and the projector via IP! This is awesome
Now you wouldn't happen to know by any chance how to add a couple more commands would you?
Specifically being some memory settings?

I have the 5040ub as well, working great with the LS1000 setup over IP. I also would love to know how to add additional commands, for example how to trigger lens memory1 and lens memory 2 to switch between 2.35:1 and 16:9 content. That's the only thing keeping the IR remote around, is that possible via DDK or some other way?

I believe it is possible via the ddk, I just have no idea how to add them

Yeah it has basic IP control for anything else you'd have to control it thru IR.

2017

I just started the setup of my Roomie remote but the issue I am running into it (well a few issues) but this one is that my projector Benq W1080ST requires two presses of the power off button to power off the projector. I am not sure where in the Roomie software to send two power off commands when turning off the system for any activity using the Benq W10800ST projector. If anyone can be assistance it would be appreciated. Thank you.

I have the same question about my Benq W1070ST....which i suspect is identical to the W1080 as far as codes go.

Very common for projectors. Just edit your System Off Activity and add another POWER OFF to the Commands list with the appropriate Delay Next Command on the first POWER OFF to replicate the delay from a physical remote.

2015

Hi - Currently you have JVC Projector codes for lense memory listed here:

devices-and-codes-archives/add-new-ip-rs232-codes-for-jvc-projector-dla-lens-memory-f-t9205.html

The problem for lens memory using these codes is that the projector keeps up the lens focus pattern which is really annoying when changing lens memory.

These codes below are the correct codes to change lens memory without the lens focus patterns which makes for a much nicer transition - Could you please add them to the database for JVC X30/X35 and above?

Lens Memory 1 (X30/X70/X90/RS45/55/65) 21 89 01 52 43 37 33 44 38 0A D8

Lens Memory 2 (X30/X70/X90/RS45/55/65) 21 89 01 52 43 37 33 44 39 0A D9

Lens Memory 3 (X30/X70/X90/RS45/55/65) 21 89 01 52 43 37 33 44 41 0A DA

As an FYI - These codes are on page 11 of this doc: support.jvc.com/consumer/support ... lGuide.pdf

Thanks!

2014

I have a stable system currently working with a large flat screen as my primary viewing device. I have multiple devices sending through my AV processor. I will continue to use that flat screen as my daily viewer. Am using ir to control processor for switching between devices. Powering devices and controlling them via ir or ip. On occasions when I want to use the projector and screen instead is my new challenge. My processor has two switchable HDMI outputs. All inputs are through this processor, audio and video. Is there an efficient way to use my current setup and run a secondary command set to change the processor HDMI output, turn on projector, lower screen OR should I set up and entirely new set of commands for watching Directv, Apple TV and Bluray. If i do that my Roomie screen gets really busy. Looking for advice as to the cleanest, most efficient way to switch from flat screen to projector and still maintain good control over all inputs. I am using a combination of ir and ip commands depending on various components capability. Any advice will be appreciated.

My system is a plasma monitor and projector. I choose to create a second room for the projector. As my AV processor does not have a second HDMI port, I added an HDMI splitter that does not switch the output, i.e. the output is sent to both displays. The dropdown screen is controlled when the projector turns on/off. The only thing Roomie needs to do is turn on the correct display when in using that room. It also keeps the list of activities short and specific to each room. The only issue is that if a change is made it usually needs to be entered twice.

A lot of features have been added since I first set this up. You may not have to create everything twice now.

Hope this helps.

We have two seriously complex test rooms that use both a TV and Projector and it works great combined into the same Roomie room. For a while, we were indeed recommending setting such things up as two rooms as the best practice, but the addition of Activity Modes and Activity Conditions makes this quite workable as one room now.

The typical recommended setup now for that is two Toggle Mode Activities, "Projector" and "TV" for instance. The state of those Activities is then set as an Activity Condition for any command in any other Activity if the command is specific to one or the other mode.

I have not tried Toggle Mode Activities. What does the user experience?

My system has to "just work" and change is always difficult. Recently, switched from satellite to OTA television. I needed to keep the OTA activity selection in the same place as the satellite activity was on the screen. As well as the remote design needed to be similar.

2014

Controlling an Epson 5010 with iTach IP2SL. Everything works great except switching to the cinema color mode. According to epson documentation the command is CMODE 15. This is also applicable to the other popular epson models. Please add to future update. I

Keep up the good work!





List of Epson serial commands.

epson.com/cgi-bin/Store/supp ... d=63091961

I was able to add the custom command using the DDK. Very nice feature.

It's also important to use delays as it takes the projector 1-2 seconds to switch color modes andseems to ignore other commands while executing this one. For example switching to cinema mode and then setting the power mode to low.

We've added that to the next library update. Thanks.

2013

Hi,

I think that the power on via IP function is now broken on JVC projectors X35/55/75/95.

The fucntion was ok few months ago but now it's now broken.

i don't know why but another user laurie has the same problem.

More informations here : devices-and-codes-archives/add-new-ip-rs232-codes-for-jvc-projector-dla-lens-memory-f-t9205.html

Best regards
Eric

There have been no changes to those codes. It's not the kind of thing that would be on the Roomie side anyway. More likely, there is a setting that needs to be flipped on the projector just like receivers:

Roomie Remote Support

You would want to contact JVC support if you can't find such a setting as power via IP does work for many JVC projector users with Roomie.

Thank you.

Yes you're right Roomie !

Deactivating the eco mode on the projector solve the problem.

Thanks for your help.

Best regards
Eric

2013

Question: Hello,

It could be great if you could add to your database new IP/RS232 codes for JVC projectors X30/X70/X90/RS45/55/65/X35/X55/X75/X95.

I need codes to use the lens memory function.

The JVC document is here : support.jvc.com/consumer/support ... lGuide.pdf

Command :
Lens Memory - Cycles through Lens Memory
Pages: Select/Save/Name Edit
Hex Code : 21 89 01 52 43 37 33 44 34 0A
ASCII : D4
...

Staff response: Perfect thanks Eric that fixed it right away!



you don't have a iP solution for powering on the Oppo player via iP?

2013

Question: I am on the market for a new receiver and plan on replacing my Marantz with ARCAM AVR11. Are ARCAM receivers compatible with Roomie? I see some topics on the forum, but ARCAM is not listed on the compatibility page on the website. Looking to verify Roomie can control AND display volume/power/input/sound mode for both zone 1 AND zone 2 before I purchase the receiver.

Thanks!

Staff response: I see a couple of code sets for it. They are labelled "AVR8X0/550/390/250" and "AVP888". These code sets are control sets, so you should be able to do anything control related with no feedback displays. However, since I don't know that model number, whether control works is very likely but possibly not.

Nothing is tracked in the forums except for things like explicitly labelled polls. If you tried each codeset I named, and they didn't work, please let us know via the ticket system and tell us what happened exactly with each. It sounds like you're not saying they didn't work, but you want additional features, it's not clear. Also, if you have a feature request, the ticket system is how that gets tracked.

2023

Question: Hi

Does anyone have any experience using Roomie Remote with either the Marantz AV8805A or Yamaha CX-A5200B surround processors? The compatibility list generally shows compatibility with most Marantz and Yamaha receivers, so I assume the command protocol for their surround processors would be pretty much the same as they are basically like high-end receivers without the amps built in (assuming also the feedback display for volume, mode, etc. would work too). I need to replace my old Pio Elite SC...

Staff response: The Compatibility list clearly includes such models. We used to specify by model many years ago and that's just a waste of time now as every model is compatible for many, many years, certainly from those brands anyway.

2022

I’m trying to set up a McIntosh MA252 for use with my iTach IR emitter.

Since there is no category for “Amplifiers”, the next closest category is “Receivers” (I’ve had luck in this category for other brands of amps).

While The MA252 (which is an integrated amp) is not listed, there are a few other MA-series IAs listed, so I tried one of those as a start.

There’s not much to do with this component...On/Off, Volume Up/Down, Mute, Input and “Trim” (Balance, Bass, Treble), Left, Right, Up, Down.

I was able to get volume & mute working well. There are only 4 total inputs, and the McIntosh HR091 remote only allows you to step trough the inputs, not explicitly select one. I didn’t see an “Input Toggle” command, so not sure how to implement that.

Power unfortunately appears to only be a toggle versus explicit on/off; otherwise that works fine.

I also haven’t figured out how to configure getting into “Trim” mode, but once there Up/Down/Left/Right in the command list will probably work.

Any suggestions on how to move forward with this device?

For any device ive had trouble getting the codes for via Roomie or |Global cache direct ive use the learn command via roomie and just copied them from the remote. never had any trouble with it at all

2021

I have a new Rotel RSP-1576 that is not on the compatibility list. The manual states that this Pre/Pro can use IP Control. (It has codes for Control4 on their website.)

My brief reading tells me that I need to create a plist on a MAC using BBEDIT or Xcode from the DDK. (And I don't own a MAC.) But I'm not sure this is correct.

Any assistance/advice would be appreciated.

I guess I could glue an IR emitter on the front of my brand new Pre/Pro and go from there, (the old fashioned way,) but I would rather use IP control. If someone knows whether this IR approach will in the long run be the easier and more effective method, I would appreciate knowing that as well.

I can answer my own question. On the back of the Rotel is a 3.5mm "remote in" plug. Just get a 3.5mm cable, plug one end in to the "remote in" on the back of the Rotel and the other end in to the iTach device, and there you go. Oh, and get the IR "Model" codes for the last one listed, so it will have all the different options on your remote.

2019

Question: It would be great to add support of Marantz (HEOS/IP Models) media and tuner feedback. I would assume this is relatively easy since Denon receivers have a similar API and already have this feedback feature supported. Thanks!

Staff response: There is no difference between Marantz and Denon. You can add HEOS manually, see Compatibility page.

HEOS is where all the feedback for music services is these days on those units. It sounds like you're talking about the old stuff from 2009 that it replaced.

2019

I have a Denon AVR-X3300 that I control via IP using Simple Control. It all works great except for one thing. I cannot find a way to select Airplay as a source for zone 2. In fact, I cannot find a way to select Airplay for zone 2 even from the factory remote! The only way I can select Airplay for zone 2 is from the front panel by pushing the "Zone 2 Source" button repeatedly until it selects Airplay. Has anyone figured this out? There must be a way to do this.

2018

Question: I was hoping someone had any insight on controlling the ps4 since the new pdp adaptor is finally out? I have it set up and have tried several options (ps2, logitech adaptor for ps3, etc.), but can't get it to respond to the ps4.

I used to use it back on the ps3 with harmony's old adaptor, but it looks like their's not a default ir code setting for the ps4 yet?

btw, i opened a trouble ticket on the subject as well.

Staff response: Sounds like you're talking about an infrared device. Why not just learn the codes with the learning functionality?

You called it an IR receiver in your title so I assume that's what you mean.

We will be adding a codeset for this soon. It seems to be working fine. I have not yet found a way to cause it to perform a discrete power off – the Harmony does not seem to support that and/or the PDP device doesn't support it. Possibly just haven't found it yet. In any case, we'll add a codeset to the library for it soon. If it doesn't have an actual power off, it does respond to PS, up, multiple right, in order to get to the power off button on screen.

Ideally, we'd add this via a generated code list from the manufacturer, but regardless the codes are easy to learn not an uncommon IR protocol so there's no risk. We'll update it later if any more codes exist in the event the manufacturer sends information.

This codeset is now live in production for V5 (along with several thousands other codeset updates as part of regular deployment). Type Game System, brand PDP.

It can take up to 24 hours for all devices to recognize new code sets.

We already have the PS button in the published set, and you can always repeat it to hold it down. Regardless, if you want to experiment, that code you pasted is just a Pronto code so we support it without modification.

MENU MAIN is always the primary command for that, similarly across many devices.

2018

Question: Hello,

i need IP-Codes for my Yamaha Receiver via IP-Control for:
Trigger 2 hi / lo

I come from iRule and solved it there with:
@SYS:TRIG2MANUAL=Hi\\x0D\\x0A
@SYS:TRIG2MANUAL=Lo\\x0D\\x0A

Any ideas for me?

Staff response:

Zone 2 is added as its own device, it has many zone-specific codes.

2018

Volume only goes up in half increments when pressing up or down (shows full increments on simple control screen but only half on receiver).

After a few seconds simple control gets feed back and then shows correct.

Using slider works correct.

I also have an NR616 and it works correct.

Setup using IP control as Onkyo All Models zone 1

Staff response: Would be a good idea to contact support to make sure this is either some misconfiguration or fixed in V5.

2017

Hi -

After many years of using SimpleControl/Roomie, I'm stumped.

I just got a new AVR-X2400H (https://usa.denon.com/us/product/hometheater/receivers/avrx2400h)

Using the old Manual IP + "AVR IP Zone 1" trick doesn't seem to work any longer (this is a really newly-released receiver, so I don't know if they've changed something).

When I pick the auto-detected AVR-X2400H and try the Test Remote, I get a message saying that "Authentication hasn't been set up". Unfortunately, I have no idea what authentication is desired.

Any ideas out there?

I'm wondering if I need to get on the beta for version 5 - it looks that has added more support for the Denon "H" models.

I was thinking of upgrading my Onkyo, but I don't have a Denon yet. Anyway, I remember seeing this:

You can add the Denon as a receiver and as a media player (I did add them both). When you add it as a mediaplayer, you have to enter your HEOS account as username and password.

2017

I have a new Denon AVR-E300 that seems to be having IP control issues. It will work fine for approximately 20 hours and then stop responding to IP control (network stack on the Denon is still running as it pings fine and the built-in network test works fine). The only solution is to pull the power from the Denon and leave it off for about a minute. It will work again for about a day and then quit. I have a 9-year old Denon 3808CI that doesn't have this issue, so it's not Denon in general.

I'm planning on calling Denon support to see if they can do anything, but if not, I may have to upgrade to a different model. The point of all this is how well does an iTach SL (Serial) work with a Denon? I have a couple of spare iTach SLs. Does it provide feedback like IP control? Is it more reliable? For serial, I would have to upgrade to at least an AVR-X2000 (if the IP control was unreliable there too).

I'm using an iTach flexlink serial to work with my X3000 and it appears to work perfectly with all feedback. Originally I was using IP but it didn't seem as reliable. I can't be certain it was related to the IP control but I got more lockups than I prefer (about once every 10 days) and I had to pull the plug. So far since switching I've had one lockup that required plug removal. I seem to have a lot of very short power interruptions from time to time so the issue could be related to that. However, I've been running serial for about 3 months with only that one lockup. These new receivers are essentially computers with amps and reliability is bound to suffer.

Thanks, I've got it working through IR for now, but depending on the response from Denon support I may upgrade to the minimum serial compatible version (X2000).

IR may be a fine short term solution but I couldn't live without feedback from the receiver. Volume is the obvious use but I really like the display for Pandora that shows the data for what's playing. You really shouldn't be having that much trouble with IP control. Denon needs to step up and make this right. The problem isn't with Roomie. I know too many other people using IP control, with other receivers, and they never seem to have a problem.

I own 3 different Denons (1912, 3000 and 4311) all controlled by ip. I have never experienced any problems on the Denon models mentioned with IP control

I ran into similar issues after the most recent firmware update to my Marantz SR6008. Control through the Denon/Marantz app was failing as well. I contacted Marantz and they sent me information on how to perform a network reset. It involved a button sequence on the unit, not just the standard unplug/replug cycle. Since then everything has been fine.

2014

So now I have a fully IP controlled setup you with think that I'd be happy but ....no. What's bugging me now is the length of time it seems to take for my Denon AVR-1913 to accept a second command after it is turned on from sleep. On the roomieremote I have to leave a 7500 millisecond delay before sending the input command in order to be sure that it will accept the command. Sometimes 5000 milliseconds seems to work but not consistently. So I would love some suggestions as to what I could do to eliminate or reduce this delay to a second or maybe two. Here are some of the alternatives I have been thinking of:

1) Never turn it off. Just leave it on an send a mute command instead of power off in the power off activity.

2) Never turn it off and send some kind of stop command whenever an activity is exited

3) Buy a different make of receiver that wakes from sleep fast

Thoughts, opinions, suggestions, comments all appreciated.

If you have your IP control set to 'Always On' does just sending the input command power on the 1913?

It does for my Denon AVR-1613. I don't even use the power on commands - just set the input and my 1613 wakes up from its standby state. I would think it works the same for the 1913.

Thank you jKirk.

Yes i do have ip control always on for the denon AVR (actually it's a 2113 - I got the model number wrong on my first post although I agree it does not matter the model in this case). I tried doing what you suggest i.e. leaving the denon AVR on. Unfortunately I have a sharp tv and I use ip control for it and the tv has "aquos link" turned on (so that the kids can use the regular tv remote) and what that does is automatically turn off the AVR when I turn off the tv. Aquos link is sharp's name for the remote codes that can get sent through the hdmi cable. A bummer because otherwise your suggestion would be perfect I think.

Try turning on zone 2. I do that for my pioneer receiver. When I turn off my receiver my zone 2 is still "on" and the receiver still goes to sleep. When I power on the receiver as part of an activity it immediately turns on zone 1 and accepts commands almost immediately.

In the event that someone in your family uses the remote and accidentally turns off zone 2, I've set up roomie to ensure zone 2 is turned on before powering off. The receiver is always ready to go.

Possibly the terminology is confusing. In Denon speak "Always on" does not mean the receiver is visibly on. In a networking sense the device must be always on, eg the network circuit is always on while the rest of the device sleeps.

To configure the network pull up the Denon menu, click NETWORK, click IP CONTROLL and set it to "always on". From Roomie sending a INPUT command will visibly power on the unit AND set the input mode. The newer Denons will process IP commands while the amp section is coming online (eg the clck noise). No delays or fussing around needed. Works 100% on my two Denon 1913's and my Maran...

2014

I would like to be able to control the subwoofer level on my Onkyo TX-NR525 receiver. I have added buttons and sliders and such with the command "subwoofer Volume Up" with no response to the subwoofer level. Is there a way to do this. I would also like to do this for center speaker level.

Really obscure commands like that usually require manufacturer formats for the commands. You know whether Roomie will accept a friendly format because instead of "Parameter 1" the command will say something friendly like "Volume" and give you a placeholder value – which it will not do with these kinds of side commands. Also, "VOLUME UP" is just going to move it up, it doesn't set a specific volume or have any parameters, you need to use the actual SET commands to set the volume. Sliders require a recognized format (Roomie needs to know what the min and max are), so a generic command like this wont work for that.

First, make sure you're using the modern Onkyo control set. You can see this in the device list if your device says "All Models Zone 1" instead of the older "All Models IP Zone 1". The new one is the default now for all auto-discovery and everyone was migrated automatically by 2.0.X, but there may be stragglers.

Second, you will need the appropriate command. For instance .CENTER LEVEL SET and .SUBWOOFER BASS SET. These take special parameters defined in Onkyo's public documents. Note that while SUBWOOFER VOLUME UP is there now and works, .SUBWOOFER LEVEL SET we just found to be missing and we'll add that shortly.

Onkyo defines the .CENTER LEVEL SET volume format as “-C”-"00"-"+C". Those are hex digits and that is what you'd enter as "Parameter 1" in Roomie. Meawhile, .SUBWOOFER BASS SET is "-A"..."00"..."+A". And so on. For detailed listings of the thousands of possibilities, best to consult the Onkyo documentation.

I got the center channel speaker volume to work by adding a rocker with the center volume up and down command.. Although it would be nice to have feed back, I'll take what I can get.

I still cannot get the subwoofer volume commands to work using the same Rocker button.

Ant thoughts?

Thanks in advance!

Hi there, i too will like to create a centre channel volume set on my onkyo TXNR 727 receiver for night time viewing but can't figure this out, my aim is to push a button and turn on Audyssey dynamic goodness along with a center channel volume -set to -2db, subwoofer volume set to -1db, and receiver master volume set to -40db in THX relative values, so far i can only set the master volume, please help!

2014

Post:
Has anyone found discrete power IR codes for the Pioneer PDP-6010FD Plasma display? Roomie Support has been great in trying to help, but so far we've not solved this one. On their website, Pioneer lists a number of codes, but none for this specific model, and none of the others work. Any help is appreciated.

Post:
I am controlling my 5020 with an iTach serial adapter & use discrete power on & off with it. You may want to consider this option if all else fails. You may be able to teach the iTach the codes if you have a harmony remote. You could download the commands from their database & use it to teach the iTach. Good luck & let is know what you come up with.

Post:
Holy cow… this is an AWESOME idea!!! I do have a Harmony remote and I know that they have discreet codes. I'll let you know as soon as I give it a try. Thanks, jansimon!

Post:
Here are the discrete power IR codes for Pioneer PDP-6010FD:

POWER OFF:

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POWER ON:

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Notice that those codes repeat themselves 8 times (~1010 is the marker for the repeats). Comparing them to the Pioneer TV Code Group 1 codes already in the main library, the codes themselves are also the same. So this is a case where you'd just want to set the "Repeat" value on the command higher to cause the amount of repetition you need for that unit.

2013

**I have Roomie set up and running multiple rooms in my home perfectly! This app is truly indispensable.

I have a query though about the AVR-3313CI receiver.

1. After a period of time (a couple hours, usually) the device stops responding to IP commands sent via Roomie. If I launch Denon's iOS app and connect, control is restored and Roomie will then function.

2. I set up the 3313 using the legacy autodiscovery mode, and not the newer "IP" mode. This is because one input I use (AUX2) wasn't listed as an option at the time with the device database I was using. Has this been fixed? If not, can it be added.

And finally, a general question. If I wanted to rebuild my room configuration to change the 3313 to IP mode, how do I go about doing that nondestructively? And, somewhat related, how do I "replace" a device? I'm being given the opportunity to beta test DirecTV's new HR44 receiver and want to add it to my configuration but leave my remotes intact.

**1. We have no reports of that with the 3313. Actually, we use the 3313 in development as one of the most common receivers we test against every day. We would suggest checking for firmware updates for your unit and unplugging it from power for 30 seconds or so to reset it.

2. We've added AUX 2 to the next library update for the experimental Denon set.

Creating a new room and thus keeping two parallel rooms might be one way to do that.

**Can you copy a complete room to another, ie, clone a room?

I'd love to clone a room, or a device, with all it's activities pointing at the new places. I know you can with a remote itself

2013

Will it be possible to add Yamaha Receivers 2010+ YNC commands and feedback for Zone 2 and Zone 3?

Yes, this should just be a matter of adding it to a library update which we can do inline at any time. For 1.8.X, we mainly wanted to get initial YNC support into the field to see whether users wanted it and it worked well. We can add most anything to YNC and may make it the default eventually as the general need for multiple connection support over IP is high so that is a distinct advantage of using YNC.

There is so much Yamaha-specific functionality right now on the default YNCA side that it will take time to build out things like the media streaming feedback and many other things we do automatically with Yamaha receivers today using YNCA. If your priority is multiple connections and you don't need streaming media feedback, YNC is the way to go right now. We will add the other zones shortly.

Thank you.

2013

I'm using an iTach IP2IR to control a Pioneer PDP-4350HD using code set 1. Everything but the input selection seems to work great. With code set 1 selecting a specific input (e.g. input 1, input2, etc.) doesn't respond, but using the command to cycle through the inputs does work (but cannot be deterministically programmed). If I teach custom codes the input selections work fine, but then I seem to lose the option to automatically use the TV for all volume control.

Any suggestions would be appreciated.

Either you should learn all of the codes into a new command set and then use that device for everything, or you should retain the built-in set for everything, add a second device using your supplemental codes, and insert input change commands into your Activities from the second device.

Thank you.

I have the same issue with a Pioneer PDP-5061. The input scroll works, the direct input commands don't. I created a brand new device and taught it the input commands, however they still don't work. Any ideas?

2013

It is discovered as an ip device. I can't control it as a 2009 zone 1, all model zone 1, older model zone 1



Anyone gotten an older pioneer to work?

The 2010 Pioneer models had serious IP bugs, you'll find a lot of references to it and that model specifically in these forums. Check the IP Address on the unit. One of the common issues is that can't talk to routers well and so it backs off to a link-local IP Address that begins with 169.254. Another issue with them is that almost any plug and play device such as a Yamaha Receiver, and many others even on the same network will cause the 2010 Pioneer models to crash.

You may want to consider serial control for it instead. Another option that might work is to try to isolate it onto a private subnet so that the rest of your network doesn't crash it. Usually unplugging it will bring it back to life for a while.

I see that now. I switched it to IR control. It works under IR control but I might get a newer model.

2013

I am trying to control an Anthem MRX-300 receiver via IR, no IP or Serial capability available. I am having mixed results. Device Powers on and off but after that I can't really get it to change inputs reliably. Any ideas? I have tried increasing the retry counts but that does not seem to change this behavior.

Another issue is after powering the receiver on you need to wait about 10-seconds before sending it any additional commands. Is there any way to delay only when the device is powering on from the Off state. For switching inputs when the device is already powered I only need a minimal delay.

Roomie 1.9 did introduce conditional power delays. That is discussed here:

configuration-and-setup-archives/conditional-delays-t9548.html

2013

Question: I have a Yamaha RX-V573, and its physical remote has two Zone buttons - "A" and "B" — for enabling/disabling the zones. However, those buttons are missing from Rommie's virtual remote.

So, I thought I'd customize the remote and add those buttons, but there are not available commands for "Zone."

So I thought I'd use infrared learning to teach those commands, but when adding a new device (per the instructions, here on the site) the learning interface steps through a preset list of commands that ...

Staff response: The 573 is IP controllable, so just to confirm are you using IP control as it sounds like you may be using IR control for that.

The solution is basically the same in both cases. Commands are separated by zone. If you want to control two zones at the same time, you would need to add both the Zone 1 device and Zone 2 device. Commands for Zone 2 will be in the Zone 2 device. Via infrared that is labelled Yamaha: RX/RS Series Zone 2 All Models (Stereo Receiver). Via IP, that is labelled Yamaha 2011+ Models Zone 2.

2013

First let me start by saying that I think Roomie is probably the best app I have purchased and while upgrading my kit I am conscious of devices that work as well as possible via IP.

I have setup Roomie to control my Yamaha 673 and in order to use the feedback across multiple devices I have used the YNC method you suggest.

The problem I have is that there are less options available with this method and some do not work also (mode - straight for example) and the feedback is not as nice as using the usual method (mode above the volume).

Are there just less options using the multi connect route or are there features to be added?

YNC definitely has a ways to go before it is at feature parity to the default/normal Yamaha receiver control method. We will revisit it in the future. If you need any of the feedback/etc. from the default method, we'd recommend using that instead.

Thank you.

Roomie 1.9 seems to have lost the YNC option - was this intentional?

We were able to add it just now using 1.9.0. YNC is added via Manual IP. What are you seeing that indicates an issue here?

Thank you.

I already had it as a device but after updating to 1.9 it was in red in the devices list and no commands worked. I will delete the existing device and re-add.

Same exact receiver here and after updating to 1.9 I had to delete and re-add the receiver for it to work. Looks like you consolidated all Yamaha receivers in this release? Instead of Yamaha 673 mine now said something like "Yamaha 2011+" when I added it back.

Not that it matters, but anyone with a yamaha receiver might just have to delete/re-add the device after updating to 1.9

2013

I own an Marantz UD 8004, this can be controlled by serial and also by IP.

As the Marantz Blu-Ray Players are compatible with roomie using serial it should also be possible to use the same codes for IP Control (According to the Roomie DDK).

Can you please add the Marantz Blu-Ray Players to the available IP Players ?

I already ordered an IP2IR device but would like to us IP whenever possible.

That should work on port 23 added via Manual IP.

I tryed using manual IP, unfortunatly Marantz is not offered when choosing the type Blu-Ray Players...

Marantz is just the fancy name for Denon. The same command set is used for Denon's BD players.

I know that Denon and Marantz are nearly the same, but for the roomie user it would be easier if Marantz was also listed in den Blu-Ray Player section.

Anyway I will try the Denon commands...

That is exactly what we do for supported products (of which this is not currently one). If this works for you however, we can add that.

Just some Feedback about the Marantz UD8004.

I got every key on the virtual device to work using manual ip on port 23. The only thing that I don't realy like is that you have to set the Marantz Standby Mode to 'Quick Start Mode' to the the Power ON Button to work.

I think only the serial control is active in normal Standby Mode.

Is there another way to to wake up the Marantz or Denon's ?

There are no light's on the Ethernet port, therefore I think they are not powered in this mode :frowning:

2013

Post:
First off amazing application. I have already figured out what I would consider to be some advanced scripts like turn on devices, set channel, and volume. Very amazing!

I am looking for any Pioneer VSX owners who may have figured out how to tune a favorite Internet radio station. I will try to use cursor commands but I am wondering if there is a better way to accomplish this.

Again amazing product. I look forward to adding an IR control and Insteon devices in the future.

Post:
So far cursor commands are not working. There appears to be an issue with Cursor Enter command not working.

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Which model of Pioneer VSX receiver are you using? Setting a radio station on Pioneers is most easily performed by setting a Preset on the receiver and then directly accessing that preset from the command list.

Post:
VSX-1021 but this is for the HMG Internet Radio not the FM Tuner.
Steps are similar to:
Select Internet Radio
Enter for favorites
Enter for first folder
Enter for first station
(Keeping things simple.)
Seems like the Enter/Select command is not working.

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Hi, Pioneer's HMG commands for cursors, play, stop, etc... are different than their other cursor command in other modes. I am actualy controling my Pioneer SC-25 receiver through harmony remote control right now and in order to have the HMG internet radio working with my harmony remote, I had to learn my harmony remote the IR commands from my original remote because it was not in their database. Since then everything works great. As a matter of fact I asked a similar question from Roomie that if I can have a two way feedback of my Pioneer receiver's internet radio function displayed on the roomie remote like the volume feedback and Roomie responded that they will add those features in their 1.5 release. You can find that in the request features section under the Two way feedback.
Good luck

2012

i just started using this software last night. i'm trying to control a receiver in my living room and one in my theater. i have directv in both rooms and it shows up in the menu immediatley. neither receiver will show up in menu. the ip address assigned to the directv in the theater is 192.168.3.101, the pioneer sc-35 is coming up with a ip of 169.254.57.124. i tried to turn of dhcp and assign an address of 192.168.3.102 the compatibility list said the following: All Zones AutoDiscovery (Port 8102) so i set the port to 8102 with the listed ip address. i could not get receiver to show up at all. i tried using a switch and the used my linksys router as well nothing changed with the ip addresses. what am i doing wrong? thanks for any help you can give me!

An IP Address starting with 169.254 is basically not an IP address. It's called a Link Local Address and it means the Pioneer is not setup for your network properly. If you can't get the Pioneer to hook up to your network properly, we'd recommend contacting Pioneer support as those models were known to have some issues with their network cards.

pioneer tech support was worthless and said there is no known issue with the network cards. i'm a little upset as the suggestion was to get it serviced and there was never a network cable plugged into it. i guess my only option is to spend the 100 dollar serial connection instead of the free network hookup. i don't want to go ir because of the limited capabilities.

IP Addresses mentioned: 192.168.3.101, 169.254.57.124, 192.168.3.102

2012

Could you please explain or document the setup procedure for controlling a Denon AVR with IR and receiving feedback from IP? I.E. I would like to know which one is "volume for all activities" and how to setup IR for control. I find IP control a bit erratic.

Just add both as independent devices. Use the IR as "power for all activities". Use IP as "volume for all activities". Configure inputs only on the IR device. That would give you roughly the best blend while keeping all of the feedback.

We could also ask why IP has been erratic for you as that can probably be solved. Denon actually has been by far the most problematic in terms of firmware versions that have IP problems, but their current firmware versions for the last couple of years worth of receivers seem stable.

When you use IP for "volume for all activities" though, do you use IP for the volume command or can you force it to use the IR command?

As for the IP problems, sometimes I find that the app fires the macro commands ok, but the Global Cache doesn't receive them every time. I do switch apps a bit, but never shut the Roomie app.

Other than that excellent!

2012

Hello, having some problems with this plasma TV (about 6 years old).

I have an emitter at the IR window, on port 3, no problems with any devices on the IP2IR box except this TV. When I use the test remote, this particular TV takes a few hits on the power button to come alive. I have tried 1-5 retransmit counts in the setup for the TV and this does not seem to work. I have also tried all of the different codesets for both Pioneer (Code set 1 and 2) and Pioneer Elite to no avail. I do notice that none of the 4 code sets do anything other than power on/off, mute and volume. None of the codesets will allow toggling through inputs, menu functions, etc. Only the most basic, which is fine, if I could just get the TV to power on/off, as everything is on one HDMI.



I also tried messing with the delay settings, placing the TV at both the beginning and end of the sequences for powering on receiver cable box, etc. Nothing seems to work.



One last thing... when I try moving through the retransmit counts and actually watch the emitter, it seems like no matter how many retransmits >1 I choose, I only see the emitter flash red once. For example, if I chose retransmit =4, I see only one flash of red...then nothing. This would explain a lot... is there a bug with the retransmit setting for this code set?



Thanks for any help...

A given retransmit regardless of value is likely to show as one flash, so that's probably not an issue. A "retransmit" means a continuous code is transmitted. What your TV sounds like it wants is multiple separate transmissions. In such a case, you would just add more POWER ON commands to your Activity to activate the TV. The explanation for the issue is either that your TV is simply designed to expect that, or possibly that the emitter is placed poorly and thus reception is low requiring the command to be sent multiple times.

Ports mentioned: 3

2012

does the Onkyo tx-sr606 receiver work for IR?

How do I know what codes to use

thanks

Yes, that would be controlled by selecting Receiver->Onkyo/Integra-> Main Zone All Models (Stereo Receiver) connected to the iTach IR.

2012

The default remote for the Denon 4311 has a 'Mute Toggle' button, which is very useful, but when I look for the command to create another 'Mote Toggle' button, I only find 'Mute On' and 'Mute Off'.

Is there a way to get 'Mute Toggle'?

When a unit such as that one does not provide a toggle command, Roomie creates a Virtual Remote that simulates a toggle because it knows the current state of the command in the receiver. So it generally doesn't matter to you because Roomie handles that for you with the default mute button in the top bar.

Many thanks - would there be a way to have two such toggles on a virtual remote - one for Zone 1 and the other for Zone 2?

2012

Greetings! I've been exploring various iOS-based remotes. I've narrowed things down.

Four questions I need answers to:

First question: I'm currently a Harmony Remote RF user and my issue revolves around Zone 2 and Zone 3 support in the Anthem AVM50v. In the supported device notes, it says that only Zone 1 is supported; however, I wanted to confirm that. If you all supported Zones 2 and 3 that would be a huge benefit. Currently, the Harmony Link does not do a good job of giving me flexibility and programming of the multi-zones.

I've downloaded the Roomie remote and it's really slick. What you all did with the iTunes support is fantastic. That would save me the need to switch out of the remote software and use the Apple Remote App.

Second Question: I see that the iTach Ethernet to IR adapter is PoE compliant and want to confirm it just needs a 12v feed. I was looking at possibly pairing this with a D-link DWL-P200 PoE adapter to run with my current setup; the D-Link only supports 12v max.

Third Question: This is more mundane; I have a Scientific Atlanta Cable box and it has no RS-232 connection or discreet power on or power off. Thus, I keep it on all the time to avoid confusion with the remote. Is there any add-on with the roomie that would allow you to sense if the unit is on?

Fourth Question: Related to the above, I have the Anthem AVM50v, an Oppo BDP83, and a Monoprice HDMI matrix switch that have RS-232 support. I'd like to use RS-232 to determine off or on state since I assume that if I'm using an iPad and an iPhone, one will be unable to tell the on or off state of the units between devices. If that's true, what is the best value solution for me to be able to control three RS-232 devices with the primary purpose of determining on or off state? From what I'm seeing in your store, there's only a single RS-232 connection so I'd need three separate devices PLUS an IR blaster too?

Thanks for any help on this in helping me make a decision.

Regards,

Ted

1. The Anthem Zone 1 note is on the serial compatibility page:

It applies only to the built-in serial codes for which we simply haven't entered additional zones, but they can also be added via our DDK.

Meanwhile, to clarify, of course all zones of Anthem are supported today via infrared control as per the infrared compatibility list:

Device Compatibility

2. It's "standard PoE" and is 12V.

3. The best solution for that issue we're aware of is to swap to something like a TiVo.

4. Both infrared and serial control for Anthem have discrete power commands. The Oppo is also discrete via both serial and IR. We're not sure what your goal is therefore with tracking state as at ...

2012

Question: Bought the GC iTach IP2IR and all of the add-ons for Roomie. I have a number of issues/questions on getting my brand new Pioneer SC-55 AV receiver to work with Roomie.

First, I must obviously have no clue which remote to choose for the SC-55 during device setup. From the remote descriptions offered in the app, I can choose 2009, or older than 2009, or the VSX series. Picking the remote configuration is by far the weakest link in your product. It is a guessing game at best and incorrect at ...

Staff response: As you predicted, the Network Standby Mode was turned off on the receiver. Changing it fixed the detection problem and it now powers on and off correctly via IP. Thanks a ton!

I also got the TV working by moving the blaster closer. I'll have to fiddle with placement now that it works. The TV is hung on the wall, with all wiring inside the wall, so I was trying to avoid running a black emitter wire up the wall. The repeat was set to five, so I backed it down to 3, which seems to be enough. Thanks again for the help.

My TiVo Premiere XL4 worked immediately with your IP-based software, so I'm happy about that. Unfortunately, the Pioneer receiver still won't switch between HDMI inputs during activity start up. I set up all the input connections between the receiver and the 4 HDMI devices, but it always stays on HDMI 1 (my TiVo) no matter which device/activity I start.

2012

I haven't been using Roomie that long so it's still a work in progress but I had come across an issue with my Zidoo UHD3000 through my testing. For some movies I have multiple versions, like 3D and 4K or Theatrical and Extended, and when I pull up the list of movies from the app and click on one of those then nothing would happen. I couldnt find anything else on this so I am not sure if there is an easy solution or it's just me having this issue, or everyone has it. If it is a problem that everyone has I did find a workaround which seems to work.

I re-match one of the two versions of the movie with a random movie I know I'll never own. Then I go into the Zidoo web-app and edit it. I change all the info: title, run-time, rating, etc. and also upload the cover art. So, now it shows as two separate movies which solves the issue. I also had to solve another related problem which was that some long movies are ripped from 2 discs like: LOTR extended cuts, Snyders Justice League, etc. and they faced the same problem except I didnt want to do separate titles for them. So with those I just used an app to put the two mkv files into one.

Anyway, I figured I'd put this out there in case others were looking to solve this. If theres a non-workaround solution to this then feel free to let me know.

Staff response: Zidoo's Media Guide in Roomie offers either direct browsing (you choose the filename from a list), or the Movies guide which is basically just the same thing you see in Zidoo's Home Theater app. I have not observed their HT app distinguishing different versions of a movie, so I'd assume all such cases should be engaged via direct browsing (eg. tab "smb" at the top level).

That makes sense and matches what I’ve seen. So the workaround I’m using is the solution then. I just really like the functionality of pulling up the list from the HT app so if I can make sure all my movies play from there then why not.

2024

Question: I just got my Oppo 203. Everything seems to work in terms of the Simple Remote with the exception of power ON. I tried both Power ON and Power Toggle and even tried Wake On Lan commands in the activity and nothing seems to work. I have tried testing the virtual remotes power on function as well and it doesn't work. If the Oppo 203 is powered on, all remote functions seem to work including being able to power it off. I have network standby enabled in the Oppo.

I am thinking it could be the resu...

Staff response: Remember to check our Twitter feed for 0 day things like this. The advice is to be found there. Just add it via Manual IP on port 436 as brand Oppo type Blu-ray Player with category Media Control.

Thankfully, we're experts at reverse engineering as that is the one protocol that works right now and that is the one that Oppo never published. Apparently there is another port 23 protocol that we'll likely switch to for discover in the next release, but for now 436 seems to work great including network standby in our tests.

I have a flood of device compatibility list updates to make like this one.

This thread is very old. We long ago released software updates to fix auto-discovery to do the right thing here automatically.

Power On requires setting the options in the Oppo menu for Quick Start (or something like that, don't have it in front of me).

I think this discovery mismatch happens if someone manually renames their Oppo in the firmware screens which ends up overwriting the model number in discovery. It's so rare we haven't looked into it, but yes that would be the solution.

2016

Question: [code][code][/code][/code]Hi

I am trying to add Zappiti 4k to my configuration and I want to uise the new IP codes.

I am using DDK but I don't understand how to encode the codes in the plist file. The list is as follows.

IPAddress/remoteCmd?id=0&command=POWER (Stand-by / Wake Up)
IPAddress/remoteCmd?id=0&command=MENU
[IPAddress/remoteCmd?id=0&command=BACK](http://IPAddress/remoteCmd?id=0&command=B...

Staff response: There is an HTTP sample in the DDK. Given those commands are simple versions of the sample commands, it should be very straightforward to adapt that file for those.

I have asked Zappiti twice for a test unit and even said we'd pay for it, but no luck yet over the last few months. Make sure to send your feedback to Zappiti regarding that so they're reminded.

OTOH AFAIK there is a codeset for it in the library and if you add manually it should work fine, but since we don't have a test unit we can't verify anything or add any of the cool stuff we just added for Zidoo for example such as the progress meter and media guide.

2016

Hi,

It could be great if you could add the option button in your IP and RS232 databases to control OPPO players.

With the new OPPO firmware this button permit to display the option menu to use cue files.

RS232 Command Code : OPT

Thanks.

Best regards

Eric

We've added this code to the next library update.

Thank you.

Big thanks to the roomie team for your reactivity and your fantastic app !

BR
Eric

2013

My RoKu streamers stopped working in Roomie until I discovered that RoKu recently added an option for network control that was disabled by default. After enabling it, my devices were back to normal.

But then while poking around I found something a little strange. For my RoKu Ultra 4802x. when I open the DEVICE (in devices) and select the TEST button, the panel contains a series of buttons that have my most recently used RoKu apps. And those buttons work! But in the live ACTIVITY panel that uses that device, those buttons are not there. I've used the "reset module" for the roku device in that activity with no change.

Am I missing something? Is this a bug and should I file a bug report?

2025

Question: I remember this being an issue, but now have noticed the Plex app is official listed as compatible on the Nvidia Shield.

That being said, I can get it to work no matter what I do.

It is discoverable, but when I add it to devices it has no response. I have no issue controlling the Shield itself or Kodi thru ip, but no luck on the official Plex app.

Am I missing something?

Staff response: While you appear to add Plex Media Player directly, commands actually go to your Plex Media Server which controls all players. So making sure every aspect of your Plex config is correct including your server, your Plex subscription, your Plex login, etc. are the factors involved, all of which are on the Plex side.

Quite

2022

forums.geforce.com/default/topi ... mmands-/3/

In that forum thread is enough to get control of the Nvidia Shield setup. Even a few links to other's code who have implemented everything but the microphone input the remote supports.

It's basically AndroidTV like my sony's so I'm actually surprised it's not auto detected.

Staff response: I don't see anything in there other than failures and quotes from messages I wrote a few years ago about the original Google TV which is now 3 full generations back.

Perhaps "IP Commands not available" would be a more correct title.

Nvidia Shield is controlled today via IR.

Got an Nvidia shield and am loving it for Kodi. I am successfully controlling it via the IR commands in Simple Control, except the green, blue, yellow, green commands do not seem to work within Kodi? Also I really would like to add a command to control subtitles, and I need to implement the keyboard command for the letter L, does anyone know how I can add this?

2016

Does simple control work with the new Roku players? My AppleTV 3 is frustrating me by dropping video on live channels(news, nfl, etc), and I'm trying to decide between an AppleTV 4 or a Roku Premiere+.

Staff response: They should work fine.

Roku Ultra works perfect here.

2016

**I have a Roku 2 on my network. For some reason, I can't see channels that I've installed on the device on Roomie (for instance, I installed "Nowhere TV", which is a meta-channel - it has many channels accessible through it that aren't in the Roku store.

1. I'd love to be able to see "Nowhere TV" as a choice on the roomie
2. I'd also like to not see the channels I've uninstalled on roomie

For bonus points (not sure if this plausible), I'd love to be able to see my favorite nowhere tv channels as choices on the roomie.

any ideas on how to make any of this possible (i was under the impression that 1 & 2 should work automatically, but i could be wrong)

**Roomie shows whatever channels are listed by your Roku at this URL:

ip-of-your-Roku:8060/query/apps

If you see channels there that Roomie is not showing, please send the output of that to support@roomieremote.com and we'll take a look.

**I figured out part of this:

* There was a blank square for the "nowhere man" channel in the roku guide on roomie. When I click the channel, I see the button press animation, but the channel doesn't change.

**Submitting the output to support would be the best way to handle that.

2013

I was forced to switch to Xfinity from DirecTV, I have been controlling our boxes with roomie since 2012 and I cannot get roomie to control these set top boxes. What do I have to do?
Thanks. RC

Staff response: According to a quick search, it's some kind of rebranded Roku. You'd need to experiment with trying to get Roku control working with it as a first step it seems to me.

2025

@M.Schleider (#1):
Can the Xfinity Set Top box be used. It appears that they block use to limit control only to their remote. The Xfinity TV app supports iPhone and connects to ALL the Xfinity apps on same network. Only volume , and mute are IR. All other buttons do not respond to IR. I have a new 4K x1 box and it requires (limits) to one dedicated physical remote.

Staff response: Not aware of any issues here and certainly many, many users over time have used X1 boxes without issue. I would forget whatever you think you know from the manufacturer remote. They are of course still infrared boxes and our IR code sets have long accounted for them. For users that prefer an IP solution in an Xfinity environment, TiVo still works great.

2023

I am looking to set up Roomie for a client; this will be my first experience with the system. I noticed that DirectTV/Tivo have IP capability, but Dish does not. My impression is that using Tivo via Roomie offers a graphic-rich experience with good capabilities for control (i.e. you can control everything on the Tivo just as though you were using a physical remote). My client is on Dish Network--or at least will be once the install is complete. Will Dish have a similar level of control with Roomie via IR: will the client be able to navigate the Dish guide, change channels, and playback DVR content. Or will they have to use the factory Dish remote to get full functionality?

It is a simple question, but one that I can't seem to get a full answer for without playing with the system. Thanks for the input.

Dish boxes are all currently infrared. Infrared control of Dish boxes via Roomie includes all of the functionality one would have with a physical Dish remote.

There is also very good reason to be optimistic that as long as you are using recent Dish boxes like Hopper and Joey, Dish may be controllable via pure IP control soon.

Awesome. Thank you very much!

2014

I didn't see the Tivo Roamio and the "basic" Tivo Roamio listed in the supported devices list. Are these models supported? I don't know if they are IP-control capable or not, but they otherwise appear to use an RF remote which would be a bit troublesome.

We believe the new OTA model should work well, but we have not seen confirmation of that yet so it's not yet added to the compatibility list.

2014

A couple of question regarding configuration of Roomie.

I'm having trouble configuring my motorola cable box. I want to turn the box on for all activities and turn off when I hit the power off key. The motorola device settings are configured set to power on for all activities. The problem is whenever I switch activities the motorola box power toggles. I expected Roomie to maintain state and not send any commands to the cable box until the off key is selected. The only work around I can think of is to create a standalone activity to enable the cable box but that kind of defeats the point of activites. Any ideas?

I haven't been able to find any description of what the Request Conformation options does. I've tried setting it on and off and haven't perceived any operational difference.

For a device only capable of Power Toggle, you would not want to set that as Power for All Activities. Normally you would set it as a Power Device for a particular activity which would be a common configuration. If instead you want it to be on for multiple Activities and then off for System Off, you'd probably want to create a System On button to toggle it on and that would serve as the counter to System Off for it.

For the Motorola DCH3200 used by Comcast, we use these commands to simulate the discrete ON and OFF:

ON: info - power - power

OFF: info - power

2012

I am considering replacing my Motorola DCX3400 DVR with a Tivo Elite XL4. Can anyone comment on how responsive the Tivo Premiere DVR's when controlling them via IP? The Motorola has terrible response to IR commands no matter what I've tried (Harmony, repeaters, iTach, adjusting delays). My biggest issue is with channel changing, it is inconsistent with getting the channel right. I am hoping if I switched to a DVR that was IP controlled it would be an instant command like every other device if used via IP.

As a general statement but also specifically with regards to channel changing, there is probably no smoother implementation of that than any modern TiVo. Part of the difference there is that via IP, we use a single TiVo command to change the channel to a complete channel number. Via IR, everything including the Motorola of course requires sending individual digits. So that means 9 then 0 then 0 then Enter, and each IR command takes about 200ms, for a total of 800+ ms which is almost a full second to transmit before the unit actually does anything. By contrast the TiVo IP channel change command completes in about 50ms.

We have both of those devices as test units and can confidently say you're like to be pleased with the upgrade.

Sweet! That is exactly the answer I was hoping for! So far I am very excited, impressed & satisfied with Roomie. I am just trying to maximize the experience & get everything to work as best as it can so my wife will accept using it exclusively. Thank you for your reply.

2012

I've tried numerous times to get this up and running, and I am having zero luck. Rogers Cable box PVR Cisco 8642, has anyone got this to work with an IP2IR? If yes, please send your settings.

thanks.

Which command set are you using? We have a FAQ on IR diagnosis here:

Diagnostics

i had no problem with setup of iTechIP2IR. Cisco Cable 8000HD series. All commands work.

2012

Question: I know this subject has been touched on before. But let me add some details and see if anyone has any suggestions.

I have quite a few TPlink/Kasa wall switches that I use to control lights throughout my place. The initial generation had no direct Homekit support. I needed to use the Homebridge plugin to get them into Homekit. They showed up in Roomie as "Switches" even though I had selected "Display as Light" in the Home App. This was OK even if a bit confusing because I had other light...

Staff response: This has been on the list for quite a few years. Because people stop asking for it, it doesn't bubble up to the top. Likely this item has been on the list of "we're about to implement this" for longer than anything else.

Keep requesting it, or like this Top Post, etc. The more we understand what people are needing, the more we can prioritize appropriately.

This change is much bigger than a simple one line fix, so that's why it keeps getting deferred. It really should be fixed inside HomeKit, but it's clear Apple is unlikely to address that in our lifetimes.

2025

Question: Hello,

I have installed Govee Recessed RBG Canned lights in my Theater. Is there anyway to get these lights working with RoomieRemote?

I have it working in Apple HomeKit via HomeBridge but I am not finding any good information for Roomie on this topic.

Thanks
AH

Staff response: We control anything in HomeKit. Whether there is a direct control protocol I have no idea.

I was very impressed with their booth at CES and might be getting a bunch of these for a game room. I'm not sure why/when anyone would use them for home theater purposes, but regardless this API is a very detailed thing that would require numerous test devices. As a general note, this is a cloud-based API like SmartThings. So everything would be a bit slower than a proper LAN API like Hue. No timeline here, but it's possible.

They seem to have killed the LAN API at least in modern devices. I got something this week and it does not work on it. If you look at everything out there, nothing is using it basically. Seems like they deprecated it and now you have to use the Cloud API. I don't have an API key yet so I'll come back to this later.

This product line is a disaster. I like the lights themselves, but whoever is handling their API/control needs to lower their Adderall dosage. Look at this:

https://github.com/bwp91/homebridge-govee/wiki/Supported-Devices

So they have 4 different possible APIs. Each of them works with different devices in what can best be described as "mostly random" ways. The LAN API is essentially useless, only supports a few devices. The most compatible seems to be getting the user's actual account credentials and going in through that – ignoring the cloud API key thing above because that one is not even listed here because it is such crap. The cloud API has a rate limit that has been described as something regular users run into every single day, and requires each user to request their own API key – rather than the normal path where we

2023

What other lighting is controlled with Roomie besides Luton?

Staff response: HomeKit, ISY, Hue, Vera, the list goes on. The Compatibility page covers the basics.

2022

I was wondering if anyone knows if the Phillips Hue Bridge is supported since the Hub has been discontinued for awhile? I am planning on automating my house so I need to figure out a lot of these devices. Thanks!

Staff response: In what was do you believe it is discontinued? AFAICT it is widely available, and is currently working well:

Amazon link for it that seems fully up to date:
Philips Hue Bridge

2022

Question: When a homebar (homekit) device is in the "on" state (e.g. a light or switch is on), the homebar category containing that device is highlighted. It would be great if when opening that category, when the list of rooms pops up, the room(s) containing the "on" device(s) would be highlighted.

Jeff

Staff response: I have been meaning to do this for ages. Please check the next beta or release build to verify. I don't have any HomeKit shades in my test environment anymore so I am mostly testing lights and switches and sensors.

2022

Question: Are there plans to support recently announced Lutron's Radio Ra3 system?

Staff response: I'll be a little surprised if it doesn't just work, but who knows. 7.1.2 has a ton of new stuff in this area, but RA3 is purely speculative. It's not even certain which API it will use, but my educated guesses are it will just work or will require only trivial changes.

We have this working and officially approved in beta right now. So yes the usual major Fall release should pretty certainly have this support.

This is covered in the release notes.

I have never tested occupancy sensors with RA3, so if it doesn't work feel free to contact support and we might be able to add it. For automation in the recent release, the release notes cover the primary focus which was keypad monitoring including Pico remotes all the way up to QSX Keypads.

Visor Control Receiver

Don't know what that is, but it's probably easy to solve. A forum is definitely not the place for that though. We'd need to see this in a support ticket from the app which would make it very simple.

2021

Greetings,

I have multiple Philips lights (controlled by a Hue Bridge) in my theater room. In the Home Kit app I have them all together under the title "Theater Room Lights". When I tap the icon in the Home Kit app it powers on/off all of them at once (my preference). In Roomie Remote V6 when I press the lighting icon in the Home Bar the lights are all listed separately, requiring that each be individually pressed for on/off control.

Is there a way to arrange that all of the lighting be controlled/named "Theater Room Lights" so that a simple tap controls them all in the Home Bar?

2020

I like the way we can dim a hue light in the home bar under V5.5. I’ve been trying to figure out how to do that same thing with Lutron rr2 devices? I’d really appreciate any guidance on this topic. I’d also like to understand feedback? Is see a command in rr2 command set that looks like it should somehow send feedback but I don’t understand how to use it?

Thanks!

I submitted this as a support request and it turns out I can dim RadioRa2 devices. It's all about the Manifest. If anyone else has this issue just scroll down in the device panel, click on manifest and click update. Then you'll see all your RadioRa devices and can add to rooms, keep them in the default (which works pretty well, probably depending on how things are named) and also hide them from the home bar. I did this with some controllers I had that were hybrid controllers that I had not actually connected to a load. All is good now! Thanks to support for responding quickly! I'm finding I can do most everything I want to with Simple Control!

2019

Hi
I have an edin mode lighting system installed in my house and i want to integrate it in simple remote. Is there anyone that has done this? If yes i would appreciate it if he send me the plist file.

Vassos

Hi There yes I have, here you go. Just enter scene number for recall.

SimpleControlModeedin.plist.zip (1.0 KB)

2018

How do I get the Lutron pico to trigger actions in simple control?

I have a caseta bridge, pico audio remote, Apple TV (gen 4) and a Sonos connect. I currently have the pico directly controlling the Sonos connect via the caseta hub, and I added the caseta hub to HomeKit. But, I want to also trigger actions with my shiny bow audio matrix when buttons are pressed on the pico. I set up simple control hub on my Apple TV to sync with HomeKit, but still not dice with the pico showing up in simple control.

Do I need to buy a Lutron dimmer or something for each pico, so a device will show up in HomeKit (and thus simple control)? If so, can I circumvent this by buying the caseta pro or ra2? I have 12+ zones that I’m eventually setting up with simple control, so ideally I’m not buying a bunch of unnecessary Lutron hardware for each zone beyond the pico itself.

Thanks!

2018

Question: Hi

I'm on version 4.5 and would like to migrate to version 5.5 but I can't seem to get the lighting controls to work right. I know they have generally been moved to the home control bar/button. I am using the Universal Devices ISY994 to control various Insteon switches, dimmers, and some programs. Under v4.4 I could set up sliders to control brightness of individual lights, or buttons that changed icon/color depending on whether the light was on or off. However, when I run the v5.5 app it seems...

Staff response: Lots of users use ISY on the Homebar. All of our developers have ISY in their standard test suite. If you're not seeing your lights etc. on the Homebar, there is a configuration issue. Make sure your manifest is up to date and then go through each manifest item in the device editor to check its name and room assignment.

To run 1 device on 5.5: unpair one device from your paired Hub, update just that one to 5.5 from App Store, use that until you finish the 5.5 config you are happy with, then reset your Hub, update to 5.5 on all devices, and seed-pair from the first 5.5 device to push the new config out.

Sync and Backup are unrelated. This is the FAQ on that:

You should always backup. You should always sync. They're not the same though.

This is a user to user forum. Whatever you're describing would need to look at your actual config which is something support does.

2018

Hi

Any user have LightwaveRF devices and know how to add comment in activities so the LightwaveRF event can be triggered? With individual devices such as dimmer, you change the parameter with room, device and on/off, what do we do with event?

Found the answer myself in the end, and I put some instruction here for the user who might want to use at their home.

The LightwaveRF event feature is provided to allow combining few LightwaveRF command together with time delay to execute them. In order to trigger it the user need to know the event ID of the event they created on their mobile device or web portal. To get this event ID, they need to logon to web portal and click on event, chose the one they want to trigger and select edit. The page URL will show something similar as below, which contains the event ID.

https://manager.lightwaverf.com/add-event?event_id=173350

After get the event ID the following procedure is required in order to trigger it.
\t1. Assume the LightwaveRF hub has already been added as device to the simple control device.
\t2. Choose a activity you want to use and click on add command
\t3. Select the device -> select the action as set .event -> in the paramter put in following
\tE173370
\tPlease remember to put capital E at front of event ID
\t4. This should allow the lightwaveRF event been triggered through simple control

The above method have one issue, that is the device that run trigger the event has to be registered with LightwaveRF hub!!! This is difficult when user wants a activity to be run from dedicated hub such as Apple TV device, where it's NOT registered with LightwaveRF hub since it don't have local app to run on the Apple TV device.

2017

Hi,

I'm currently, renovating and looking to get new lutron Sivoia QS hardwired shades for multiple rooms. The dealer has already advised me to run low voltage wiring from shades to my mechanical room and "switch" for shade in the rooms to the mechanical room. He's also advised that integration control it will ultimately output in RS232.

I'm now trying to figure out how i would control the shades through SimpleControl? Do i still need to get the Homeworks or some other Lutron control system? Or is there a way for the Rs232 to be IP addressable? I've seen something called a QS Ethernet/RS232 Interface, but i'm not sure if this is adequate? He did mention that Control4 or Crestron dealers usually integrate with these RS232 commands, but wasn't clear as to how they do that.

I also have a MV Vera Edge and ELK M1Gold security system that can talk to Lutron. Unfortunately, from what i've seen it's mainly for the Radio RA 2 or the Smart Bridge Pro? I've seen some older documentation on it working with Homeworks, but nothing definitive.

Would love some help, so that i'm not spending extra money for redundant controllers if i don't have to.

Thanks in advance for the help!
Marc

2016

Interested in the Hue Motion Sensor, but first I'd like to know how well it's supported by Simple Control. The Hue app has a slider to enable/disable the slider. At a minimum I'd like to be able to include commands in an activity, say "Watch TiVo" for instance,that allows me to enable/disable the sensor at the start/end of the activity.

Good question. Did you figure it out?

I'm trying to do essentially the same, but get an empty "Choose Characteristic" list when trying to add a command to an Action that involves a Hue motion sensor or switch. Strange when you can set lamp characteristics without a problem.

i think this is a hue limitation, it will only share information on its bulbs with other apps. motion sensors , switches ect all have to paired with a different hub to get other application to see them.

2016

Post:
I've just changed my lighting over from Lutron to Rako and I'm looking at ways of controlling it. I've added and successfully have working custom command codes for RS232 and TCP but it's a bit long winded in that I have to pass several commands to change scene. Fortunately they allow control with HTTP which is a single command however I'm struggling to create the right custom commands as http is not my forte.

I'm coding it as;

<dict>
<key>codes</key>
<dict>
<key>CENTRES</key>
<string>GET //192.168.0.28:80/
rako.cgi?house=4&room=1&com=3</string>
<key>SEATING</key>
<string>GET //192.168.0.28:80/
rako.cgi?house=4&room=1&com=4</string>
<key>FADE SEATING</key>
<string>GET //192.168.0.28:80/
rako.cgi?house=4&room=1&com=5</string>
<key>OUTERS ONLY</key>
<string>GET //192.168.0.28:80/
rako.cgi?house=4&room=1&com=6</string>
<key>ALL OFF</key>
<string>GET //192.168.0.28:80/
rako.cgi?house=4&room=1&com=0</string>
</dict>
<key>method</key>
<string>http</string>
<key>brand</key>
<string>Rako</string>
<key>cat</key>
<string>Bridge</string>
<key>type</key>
<integer>12</integer>
</dict>

but it's not working. What have I missed or got drastically wrong?

John

Post:
The samples for HTTP in the DDK provide a good template for commands like that to show you exactly what we point out here. In your case the issue is that you don't need any of the "GET //192.168.0.28:80" part. Removing that from the commands will cause them to be correct. However, you also have some special characters that don't look escaped. Xcode handles that for you. If you're looking at this in a text editor, those ampersands should be & amp; (without the space) not raw characters.

Post:
The example in the DDK uses URL as the first line and I took it to mean the whole URL.

I'm using a PC and Edit Pad Lite. In copying over the codes that I was using the text editor here seems to have translated it. It is definitely & in the codes.

Changes done and it's all working now.

Many thanks for the very quick response on a Sunday.

John

2014

What might be the easiest IP controlled home theater lighting to run with Roomie Remote

I wanted to use Insteon but the controllers linked here -
Device Compatibility
appear to be "old" (one is no longer available at all), the other is quite a bit more than this insteon hub/controller -
Insteon Hub
or this
Insteon 2413

I intend to setup two of Insteon dimmer switches like this -
Insteon Dimmer Switch

Any suggestions?

The best solution for Insteon by far is the ISY994i:

ISY994i

Insteon pretty much dropped the ball on the controller front with their most recent generation which is why we still list the older 24XX products.

However, if you really want to use the Insteon Hub, it is basically compatible. Instructions for that are in this thread:

feature-requests-archives/insteon-gateway-hub-t8922.html

Thanks that doesn't sound like a terribly "glowing" lighting endorsement?

Can I go back to my first question (with a missing ?)

What might be the easiest IP controlled home theater lighting to run with Roomie Remote

To add a bit more spec -
I'd like at least two dimmer switches with option to scale up a bit from there.

I'm sure I probably don't need to add for a reasonable DIYer cost.

I'm thinking of getting away from my existing X10 Lighting system, as while it works, it's a bit flaky (random false ON signals), and I am quickly preferring IP control vs. IR with Roomie and otherwise.

The Insteon system works excellently, as long as you have a good controller of which the ISY994i is one.

If "easiest" is the primary measure, Philips Hue would probably top that list.

If "best" or "highest quality" is the primary measure, Lutron Radio RA 2 is a clear winner, but that will cost a good order of magnitude or two above the others.

Does Roomie co-exist nicely with Indigo Software on a Mac for home automation? I'm looking at using Indigo to control Insteon lights and switches. Since Indigo runs on a Mac, it makes sense to use the same Mac that is already running Roomie Agent and HTPC software (Plex). Indigo looks a lot more user-friendly and configurable/extensible than an ISY994i. That thing stills uses Java (full Java, not Javascript) as the primary UI and the web interface to ISY994i is simply ancient/poor.

Yes, Roomie works well with Indigo. Indigo also works best with the 24XX products like the 2413U rather than the newer Insteon Hub.

One hopes that Insteon will introduce a better controller one day given how...

2014

Hi,

just decided to try to integrate my lightning (Fiabro) to Roomie.

I just can't figure out how to add commands to the slider. On/Off works perfect (really fast too), and I can add buttons for specific dim levels. But I can't add commands to the slider, the option just isn't there like for the buttons.



Any ideas? Tried both on an iPad and an iPhone.

Fibaro is not a feedback device, at least not yet. Feedbacks provided for devices are listed here:

Device Compatibility

Thank you.

Hi,

Would feedback for Fibaro devices be available any time soon?

2013

So I have my Lutron integration report (it contains all light switch/keypad ID numbers, as well as corresponding button numbers). I was wondering what format I should be using to control a specific button on the device I want.
For example, if my living room switch's integration ID is 42, I would put in "42" in the "Default Device" field for my Lutron lighting device on my Living Room tab.
But say I want to control a keypad with integration ID 46, button 3, what would be the correct notation for Roomie to recognize both the integration ID AND correct button on that keypad?
Currently I am able to toggle lighting loads on/off and percentage dimming, but cannot control keypad buttons like I tried to explain above. I have been able to do this by putting the integration ID, "42," into the "Default Device" field.

Sorry for my ignorance, but I found some additional settings when going through Commands for a specific Activity. I see that I can set the Integration ID here, as well as Brightness (0-100). However, it is still unclear how to specify a particular button on a keypad.

Controlling a button simply uses a different command, and the button commands ask you for both your Integration ID and Button ID. For instance the command .BUTTON PRESS will ask for that.

2012

Staff response: Best choice if you want full Homebar support is any HomeKit Shade -- you would use a Lutron Connect box to do this with RR2.

2020

Hi
Very happy with my RoomieRemote set up but keen to finish the cinema room. I have two questions:
1) Blinds threads seem quiet for a while. Which are the best to integrate in? Ideally they would be rechargeable and Wi-fi but open to ideas. I currently have an iFlex IR blaster so anything that would work with that would be ideal
2) I’ve used SONOFF devices throughout the house which use the eWeLink app - are there any options for connecting? Otherwise what is best for replacing them that integrates in to RR?

Many thanks, in advance!

Dan

2020

Is there any support available for latest Hunter Douglas Powerview hubs. They have Alexa working on it - Simple Control integration would be great and make sense for more complete lighting and climate control.

I got this working with the help of the support team. There is no official support for Hunter Douglas, but I got something rudimentary working that is able to activate scenes from within Simple Control. There is an http interface to the gen 2 powerview hub. What it does not do is discovery right now, so you have to manually run an http command to get the scene IDs for your particular installation:

http://[IP address of hub]/api/scenes

Then you can make this work in a few ways. The absolute easiest that doesn't require any usage of the DDK is to create custom URL buttons (or add custom start/stop commands that don't require a button) to activate individual scenes. The http is just:

http://[IP address of hub]/api/scenes?sceneId=[scene ID]

so for example it would look like this:

http://192.168.1.10/api/scenes?sceneId=1234

You can test this just in any browser from any device connected to your WIFI. Make sure you capitalize the I in sceneId or it won't work.

If you want to get a little fancier, you can create a "code set" using the DDK and then add a device manually that will show up as a real device, but you still have to either harcode the scene IDs, or add a special scene command where you end up specifying the scene Id in the button definition.

Either of these approaches is a good stop-gap until they get official support for it. The first approach (URL commands) is probably the way to go - much simpler, and no need for the DDK. There may be a way to add individual shade manipulation with different http commands, but I think the scene approach lends itself better to integration with Simple Control.

Good luck!

Kevin

Thanks very much for that. I had the command syntax slightly off when I tried the http approach. I think I was also trying to control at the device level. It’s been a while since I tried it. This should help.
I used the same approach to successfully get control of a pool/spa/lighting using the Autelis pool controller.

Harvey

2018

Question: I just bought about 20 shades thru Somfy and was wondering about integration, I read that I would need the Universal URTS controller to make it work however they now also have a new app with a small bridge called MyLink....would that also work?

Staff response: The URTS II is their serial controller, we do have a codeset for that.

Despite constant contacts going back years, Somfy has refused to release an IP control protocol so they're basically incompatible with integration via IP. You may want to encourage them to do so, you wont be the first. Serial remains the best option for now.

They do, they just don't publish it. We do have leads now and so it's possible in the future. But we have been trying to extract these teeth for several years so we'll see.

There is no debate this information is now available. We have the info. We are just waiting on test hardware from Somfy.

You can name them in the manifest editor for the device.

2017

**Which remote (IR or RF) blinds would you recommend to use with Roomie? I would like to have blinds which are battery powered. I saw the Serena remote controlled shades, but how can I get these to work with Roomie? Are there other remote controlled shade vendors you would recommend?

Thanks,

Neil

**Somfy is well-known for wireless RF shades. We do have their codes in the main library and use them here actually.

However, Lutron just introduced all kinds of new wireless shades at CEDIA, and we have extensive support for Lutron Radio RA 2 that should work well with those so that would also be something to look into.

**I had the same question.

Do the Hunter Douglas products work with Roomie? I can't find a thread that claims that it does.

**They came by our booth at CEDIA but we have not had a chance to follow up with each other. They did seem to have serial codes so it should be easy enough to send codes to their devices with the DDK.

**Unfortunately, the new less expensive Lutron shades (Serena) don't work with the Lutron RadioRA2. They used to have both RF and IR control, but they discontinued the IR remote. I'm not sure if this means the shades no longer have the IR receiver or not.

If not, an option would be to hack the RF remote by opening it and soldering leads between the remote and the iTach IP to Contact Closure box.
A pretty rough solution, but I think it would work. And these shades are really nice for the $$. So I think it would be worth it.

2013

Hello,

Wondering if like Sonos products, Bose soundbars (and in particular the newest 900 soundbar) can be controlled via IP via the roomie remote app? The app doesn't recognise the device via auto search (it does find my sonos one speakers). This tells me I can't IP control the soundbar via the roomie remote app. I am only trying to control the volume on the soundbar (which I can do with the Bose's own iOS remote app).

Staff response: Compatibility information is listed at the top of the website. If that unit you mention is part of the SoundTouch series as listed, it should work. It might work even if not. It's up to Bose.

2021

I'm creating a custom device for Storm Audio receivers. They have a well documented API that is telnet + LF based. I've got the basics working (so it is definitely connecting), however I can't get volume set to work. The code is here on github.

The receiver users pure decibals, negatively signed. So I've set the .VOLUME FORMAT to 1. It then expects the command "ssp.vol.[-XX.X]" to set the volume, for example "ssp.vol.[-30.5]". So I've set .VOLUME SET to ssp.vol.[##] and have also set .VOLUME STATUS to ssp.vol. It doesn't work.

Anyone know where I've gone wrong?

I reviewed your code, compared to both sets of documentation, and things look right.

I have two possible suggestions:

1) ssp.vol.[xx] format as documented in Storm API, are the brackets literal or documentation only? In other words, have you tried ssp.vol.xx? I doubt this is it, but throwing it out there.
2) As you indicated, the documentation says it is +LF. Roomie says it can send CR (lineio) or CRLF (lineio-crlf), but not LF. Could this be it? I am not sure how to get Roomie to send just LF other than possibly switching to binary or binary-ack mode where you would then encode each command and then end with a \\x10.

Other troubleshooting steps:

- Have you tried connecting directly with telnet command just to validate how the syntax is working?
- Could you put nginx in front of the receiver to proxy on behalf of Roomie? This could A) let you see the traffic flows and / or B) strip the CR if that is indeed the problem. Another option for A is to configure your switch for port mirroring and then attach to that port with WireShark to see the traffic.

HTH. Good lucks. If you solve it please post back so we can all learn.

Pretty much in line with what bjs says, I would connect via telnet and then start by doing ssp.vol to see what you get back. Then you know that it is accepting commands and hopefully also if the brackets should be there or not.
Then you could also try a ssp.vol.up and see what that does. If all that is good try ssp.vol.[-30] or ssp.vol.-30 depending on what you get from above.
(all this followed by a linefeed of course)

If all that works try the same in Roomie, then at least you know where to look for the problem.

2021

Question: I am transitioning over to the AudioControl Maestro x9 Audio Video processor. It allows full IP control.

Is there a plan to add this to the compatibility list? This is a hell of an AV processor and a great addition to the out of the box integrations.

https://www.audiocontrol.com/home-audio/immersive-av-preamp-processors/maestro-x9/

Staff response: We don't have this receiver. We have added support for many receivers we don't have on site. It requires an interested and dedicated user with access to the device and the technical ability to find the API and verify it on their device. Get the codeset discussed above working which appears to provide all the basic functionality, obtain the API to get volume/etc, send it us and state you're willing to beta feedback support. Usually it's a ~30 day process start to finish if the user is capable of installing frequent betas and verifying implementation.

2021

Has anyone had, or a user can you recommend, good sound bars with IP control. None are on listed on the compatibility page, and although I’ve seen Sonos and Denon listed in previous posts (over 1 year ago), I’m looking for current/updated suggestions if available. Thanks!

And perhaps a better solution is to use a soundbar with HDMI CEC who’s volume can be controlled by TV remote (and thus Roomie in that way)?

I use Sonos and they work flawlessly have Volume reported back as well. The new Atmos version may be worth a look

2019

Question: I thought it might be helpful to have a thread re controlling Sonos in v.5 since we're all starting to settle in with the new layout. Lot to like in terms of the "clean" and simple layout. One issue I'm having that I'm hoping someone can help out on: I have my Sonos linked to various accounts, including Pandora and SiriusXM. I'm finding that v5 won't allow me to switch from a Pandora stream to a Sirius XM stream. All my favorites appear in the Songs Guide under Sonos favorites, but when I ...

Staff response: Any custom buttons or designs you may have established in a prior version are unchanged. The release announcement covers that:

Have not tried that, but it sounds like something you could probably get working with a .SOURCE SET or .TRANSPORT SET command. This is the kind of thing impossible to diagnose in a forum because the first requirement is a diagnostic.

That language is mostly correct. I would just make sure to distinguish "services" from everything else like media feedback, music library and queue and playlist browsing/guide/control, etc.

The only piece that suddenly didn't work when Sonos broke it is the browsing of Pandora stations. The chances are good that we will be able to add that back at some point. Once playing, everything else works fine.

If they are a stereo pair, you should ideally add just one of them. While in principle you can do things with each of them, it's much cleaner to deal with them as one.

Sonos has no API at present officially for doing any of that. While most things like music library browsing and internet radio still work fine today in SC5, starting content from third-party services like Spotify needs our special .TRANSPORT SET commands, etc.

The good news is that Sonos states they are building such an API. Last year they released the first version of it, but the current official API has no handling whatsoever of music services so would actually be a big downgrade for us to switch to that right now. We look forward to the future API. Given it's not available yet, you should definitely be measuring that kind of thing in quarters or years. The beta process alone for Sonos would likely be half a year is my guess.

2017

Question: I have 11 Sonos Connects in my house.
Sonos gives the ability to set a player to Line In from a different player.
So for example, my living room sonos has a line in. I want to be able to listen to the living room's line-in, using my bedroom sonos.
Sonos allows this, but I can't find a way to do it in roomie. I see the .LINEIN SET, but it doesn't allow me to specify which line in. It just uses the line in from the current sonos player.

If this is not currently doable, please ad this to a futu...

Staff response: Just group it with the Connect with that Line In. "Grouping" is effectively setting the source of the grouped player to the source of the master for the group.

Community reply: Sonos allows this, but I can’t find a way to do it in roomie. I see the .LINEIN SET, but it doesn’t allow me to specify which line in. It just uses the line in from the current sonos player.

Since this topic is so old, I'm not sure if I should reply here or start a new topic, so I'll start here. I see several threads suggesting that grouping is the answer for selecting a different line-in source for a Sonos player. This does not solve the problem gchityat118 identified in the original post. Here's a sample configuration I'll use to illustrate the problem:

line-in source > Sonos Device > Room Speakers

DirecTV1 audio .. >.. Connect:Amp1 .. > .. Living Room
DirecTV2 audio .. >.. Connect:Amp2 .. > .. Bedroom
DirecTV3 audio .. >.. Connect:Amp3 .. > .. Kitchen

There are 3 Connect:Amps, each driving speakers in a different room. Each room has its own TV fed by a 4x4 matrix switch. The switch has HDMI inputs from 3 different DirecTV receivers so any DirecTV receiver can be routed to any TV.

Additionally, the audio from each receiver is fed to an input of one of the Connect:Amps as shown above.

Let's assume each room is playing the following audio:

line-in source > Sonos Device > Room Speakers > Audio Playing

DirecTV1 audio .. >.. Connect:Amp1 .. > .. Living Room.. > .. Pandora Station
DirecTV2 audio .. >.. Connect:Amp2 .. > .. Bedroom.. > .. Spotify Station
DirecTV3 audio .. >.. Connect:Amp3 .. > .. Kitchen.. > .. SiriusXM Radio

gchityat118 wants to be able to listen to the DirecTV1 audio in the Bedroom, but still listen to the Pandora Station in the Living Room. The Sonos app allows you to route the DirecTV1 line-in audio from the Connect:Amp1 to the Connect:Amp2 in the Bedroom.

Grouping devices in Roomie won't solve the problem, as there is no Sonos Device playing the DirecTV1 audio. Grouping the Connect:Amp2 with the Connect:Amp1 would simply play the Pandora Station in the Bedroom, not the DirecTV1 audio.

The ideal feature would be to have the ability to select the specific input for the .LINEIN SET via a dropdown box, just as you can select the specific Sonos Device for the .SOURCE SET command. Is there any way to accomplish this with the existing feature set?

If not, is there any plan to add this functionality to Roomie?

It's a very long explanation, so I'm not sure I got every nuance of it. It doesn't sound very complicated though. I feel like it could have been written in 1-2 sentences to simplify it. Regardless, all I'm seeing above is a .SOURCE SET command sent to Connect:Amp2 with a parameter of Connect:Amp1. That is how you "group" things programatically.

Community reply: Thanks for the quick response (on a replay to a 4-year old old post!), but it seems as though we a...

2016

Can this be done?

I want to create buttons in Roomie, that will start the receiver, go to the correct input, adjust volume for all Sonos speakers, and then start a specific Pandora station

I have everything working except setting and playing the specific Pandora stations.

Thanks for any help

The .TRANSPORT SET command can be used for that per this post:

configuration-and-setup-archives/sonos-and-spotify-t10175.html

2015

Hi all, I am looking for some help to create the custom coding for a mono price multi zone audio system. I have the control list from the manual, and I have Xcode but I have no idea where to begin. I started a plist but I could use a hand just getting started on the codes then I should be able to figure it out from there.

The manual is located here

monopricehub.com/files/manua ... 140402.pdf

It is a very large file, pg 14-15 have the codes needed for rs232 control

That looks like a good start. Now just enter the codes from the document. For instance, the value for POWER OFF should be "PR00" without the quotes.

For an added bonus, add a .VOLUME FORMAT with a value of 403 per the DDK. Then add a .VOLUME SET with a command of "VO##". That will enable the volume screen, but will allow some volume values at the top range that aren't supported by the device.

Ok, do I have to add a code in order for it to control only the zone which is in use?

From what I see, which could very likely be wrong, is that the code for power off in zone 1 could be "11PR01" but I also think it could be "11PRPP01" as the first section in the document shows xxPPuu as the command structure. Let me know what you think, or if I am over thinking it completely.

The document is vague. We'd advise asking the manufacturer if your first few tests don't seem to be right.

Any status on this? Interested in helping out here as I have the same objective.

Any update on this? I don't see Monoprice listed as a manufacturer under the Multizone System in the Simple Control app. Would be great to get a custom code if someone else has developed.

2014

Do you have control of sonos to call line in? I know you can always use the sonos remote to select line in but if roomie could, then you could have better use when using the line in for a TV output.

Sure, just send the command .LINEIN SET to the device. Then send a PLAY command.
Thank you.

THANKS!

I've gotten .line set to work wonderfully when the speakers I'm using are connected to the Sonos device for which I'm doing the .Linein set. How do I listen that to that line-in from on a different sonos device? I assumed I would use ".Source" for this, with a parameter of something like "Home Theater: Family Room" (where "Home Theater" is the name I gave to the line-in for the family room. Help please.

Thanks,

Ed

Grouping is accomplished using the Group button at the top of any Sonos Virtual Remote.

Thank you.

I don't want to group. I want to set the source of a particular sonos Connect:amp to a line-in that is not the line-in on that amp, but rather the line-in on a different Connect.

Thanks,

Ed

Right. That's called Grouping because you want to group Sonos 1 and Sonos 2 together such that Sonos 2 follows whatever Sonos 1 is doing.

Thank you.

Sorry, what I'm talking about is not grouping, and further in its general form can't be done with grouping (though as noted a subcase of it can be). Let me give you an example. Suppose I have two Sonos Connect:AMPS, call them A and B, each with something connected to their respective Line-Ins. Sonos allows me to have the Source for A be B:Line-In, and the source for B be A:LIne-In. The reason this is an important distinction is that it means that even if B isn't putting sound out its speakers (i.e B has no music source selected), I can still use as a source in another room B's Line-in. Even further, B could playing a COMPLETELY different music source (Rhapsody, etc...) and A can still use B's line-in as a music source. Hence you can see this is very different from Grouping.

So why do I care. I know you guys are busy so I'm not trying to waste your time. Two reasons:

(1) Though grouping doesn't really do what I want, as explained below I could probably use it if I could automate it as part of an activity. Is there a way to insert commands as part of an activity that would automatically group two named sonos players without requiring the user to select the players via the UI (that's what seems to be required using the virtual remote)?

(2) as to what I'm doing: In my house I have a centralized cabinet that has Connect:amps for each room. This is my whole home distribution system. In addition in some rooms (those with TVs and no fancy receiver), I have various devices (STB, Apple TV) plugged directly into the TV. So far so good and roomie works perfectly for controlling all of this. In addition in those rooms I have a Sonos Connect (no amp) whose line-in is connected to the audio output of the TV (and the TV's internal speak...

2013

**I have a Sonos system with 2 Media Players 5 associated as one Stereo Pair, plus a Sonos Sub, associated to the pair as well. This confuses Roomie totally. It detects one of the three items, then keeps switching from one to the next, each time detecting a new IP and posting a warning that it "updates the IP of the item". Not only it doesn't work, but you can't get rid of the warning which keeps popping, and Roomie is then totally unusable.

**We can imagine that behavior might occur if some of the Sonos devices had the same name. Normally, Sonos devices have a unique name like "Living Room". If you had multiple Sonos devices named "Speaker" or something like that, that would cause the behavior you describe (in the current version anyway). Giving each Sonos device a unique name should resolve it.

**If you pool 2 Media Players 5 and a Sub into one stereo set, they appear in the Sonos App under one single name. I don't think you can access each element to change their name, unless you diasagregate the set. The problem is that Roomie seems to see them as 3 different elements (the model of the element changes as Roomie switches from one the the next) with different IPs (which they have) and at the same time it gets confused because it reads that it is a single item (which is the case from the Sonos point of view).

**We recommend contacting support so that we can get the results of a Collect Diagnostics run from your network to see how your Sonos devices are actually identifying themselves. support@roomieremote.com

To run that test, just turn on Collect Diagnostics, go to the 'Add Device' screen in Roomie. Leave it open for about a minute. Then exit and go back to Settings, tap Send Diagnostics, then turn off Collect Diagnostics. Then email support to let them know you sent that with the time of the submission and we'll take a look.

**OK Diagnostic sent 15mn ago! We'll see what comes out...

E.

**We have determined that the way your Sonos devices are configured will cause the issue you're seeing. We have fixed the issue in the next release of Roomie. If you'd like, support can force your configuration to work by editing your Roomie.plist file. Regardless, you'll also see the fix in Roomie 1.7.

2012

I am using Roomie to control Sonos and have found that there is limited control. I am not able to create playlists and edit them. I am wondering if you have plans to control this in the future? Or am I missing something in the operation platform. Thanks, I am very much enjoying using Roomie remote.

We generally figure creating playlists is something better done in the Sonos desktop app as it is somewhat cumbersome. From a Roomie perspective, our time is likely better focused on playlist management. No real reason not to add it in the future other than the reasoning that users are not as likely to use Roomie for that kind of functionality.

I can appreciate that. I am really enjoying having Roomie as an all in one solution ( do not want to open the Sonos App at all). If I don't have to.Well thanks for the reply.

is there any update on when we might be able to search in sonos for artists and tracks?



Cheers

Nath

2012

Just checking if there is enough demand to implement YoLink direct support…

Staff response: Link doesn't seem to work and not familiar... so this is a water leak detector, why don't they just put it on HomeKit as we already support those?

There are quite a few devices the most interesting ones are the FOBs that link to Alexa

Here is link again

http://doc.yosmart.com/docs/overall/intro/

2025

Question: Hi Will - I’ve seen your past posts on the topic and know that you knew this was coming, but now that Amazon has officially communicated the end of life notice, I thought I’d start a conversation about it.

Our family uses the original skill every day. It’s the way every TV in our house is turned on and off, and having it stop working in November is going to be rocky. I’ll start retraining the fam (including me) to use the Roomie voice control skill now… but just wanted to put my vote out ther...

Staff response: The “original” Alexa Skill is the one named “Roomie Remote”, and it is working fine, can be added for new users right now, and AFAIK will continue working fine for the foreseeable future. At the moment, it even works with Roomie 10 in development (in other words, we didn’t remove it). There are 4 people left using that skill at least as measured over the last week. The reason for that in my view as I’ve said for years is that Amazon completely nuked the user experience about 5 years ago for every Skill. Skills (and arguably Alexa) cratered in the years that followed. Now I barely know anyone that uses Alexa. For a while there, it was like having a microwave, a standard home feature. Because of various changes they made, Amazon Skills became near unusable (eg. reading out the entire company name of the vendor for every single skill interaction). So at that point you either migrated to some other voice solution, dropped voice, or you switched to the Smart Home Skill.

Around 2017, Amazon introduced a Smart Home Skill system, and we had briefly renamed ourselves to Simple Control, so we called that skill Simple Control. It is still named that. The Smart Home Skill API was very slimmed down, just intended really to turn on/off lights and shades and such. Not designed to control an AV system. We shoe-horned into that for simple use cases. Just recently, they removed all such skills for new users, and will remove them for even current users in November as you note. (and as covered in at least one other thread here recently)

Yes, they do have a new, totally different system now. We could indeed develop a totally new integration for that. There are some unknowns as to whether it is really just software development or may involve additional certification as the original process did indeed involve many months (I remember it as six extra months, but my memory may be foggy on that) of extra certification with a high cost. Perhaps the certification will just carry forward. One can hope.

Today, 23 people use that skill (this week). While I am often a sucker for little features with only a few users, we implement things often that I know this specific device or use case only has a very small user base, etc. But I can compare 23 versus every other device we support as an example. There are a bunch of random devices with fewer users than that, but safe to say 23 is in the bottom 5% of devices used.

So at the moment we’re continuing work on V10. That will continue uninterrupted until it is finished which is sometime this Fall. Roomie 10 does include the new iOS 26 Speech Analyzer support which is basically a quality upgrade with far-field voice support for the Roomie Voice Control we have. It is definitely an upgrade. If you can put an iPhone/iPad in your voice zones, it’s clearly superior, faster, etc than Alexa. It’s now 100% local and you don’t have to be right next to it.

Alexa’s advantage is cost because you can place it in more zones for lower cost. Wh...

2025

Question: Has anyone been able to get the Valerion VM Pro 2 to work in Roomie?

Staff response: It says it’s a Google TV. Have you started with that? The documentation provides steps for various connection methods based on what control methods they support.

Such an obscure device you really should call them and ask how it is supposed to work for the kind of control methods you need.

2025

I just started using this app and I’m enjoying getting into it. Successfully added my Monolith HTP-1 and everything else is native. Anyway, I added iTunes from my Mac and I can pull up my local library but can’t seem to figure out how to access Apple Music. The site says it’s supported so I must be missing something.

Staff response: Apple Music is a service, it's not a controllable thing. So your question doesn't make sense in the context of Roomie. We don't control services per se, we control devices.

2024

Question: Hi,

I’d like to add a MadVR Envy Extreme to Roomie Remote.
I don’t see it listed in Roomie’s ‘add device’ Video Renderer list.
Typical commands needed are:
- wake from standby when the system is turned-on. Note: MadVR will automatically turn-off after 20 minutes of inactivity.
- switch profiles 1 thru 10 with ability to name each profile.

Thanks!

Staff response: We provide a Custom Devices feature for exactly this reason. This is not a listed device so you need to paste the commands into a custom device.

Great, you could attach it here or send it to support, and we'll throw it in the library.

I'm sure it's a wonderful device, we just don't have one and the codes for it are super simple. We could add them, but I don't add without testing. Your testing is sufficient.

I don't think it would help my own home theater, so I also can't really justify it as a cheat. I use a Barco Balder CinemaScope which has a lens that is natively 2.39 and various morphing options within that working well. So the aspect ratio stuff would be out. Which leaves improved HDR tone mapping, not sure that's worthwhile on a super high end projector?

The codeset sent to us by a user for this device was cleaned up and added to the main library. This is the port 3000 protocol.

Obviously all of your tests/comments are invalidated by a custom design you must have created which is why you didn't even see most of the codes. Reset Design. Difficult to tell if anything is valid above other than the incorrect port since you didn't actually see the codeset.

Port 44077 is corrected though since it is a manually added device, technically irrelevant on our side.

2024

Question: Hey Will,

Curious if you might be considering support for the WiiM Ultra? WiiM has been around for a while, but the Ultra was only released a couple months ago. It has gained a lot of popularity. I recently bought one.

Quick searching found they have a limited API intended to control their WiiM Mini, but the commands do work on the Ultra when I tested from Postman. Additional searching also indicates the device has good UPnP support, but I am unfamiliar with that stack.

Device:

[WiiM Ultra |...

Staff response: WiiM Ultra

Had to Google it. It has a lot of holes on the back. Not otherwise familiar. I assume it's basically a Sonos system clone? I would suggest working up a custom codeset for it and then if you end up needing some kind of code change, request it via a support ticket by sending the API and working (to the extent possible) codeset.

2024

Question: I've had a Ziddo player almost a year. No trouble with control via IP. Then, about 4 months ago...it would not work. I checked the IP address, nothing changed. So I switched to Wifi. It worked. It did that for a day, then it stopped. So, I go back to ethernet. It worked...for about a day, and so on. The address in Roomie and on the Ziddo are matching...but no control. The Ziddo remote I have to have out so I can keep switching between the 2 to get control. Don't know why it's ...

Staff response: Zidoo needs a Restart every few days. Have you tried the basics like that? Zidoo is very stable connection-wise, but give it a couple days and nothing works without a Restart on those things. Definitely don't go Serial. And don't try to switch interfaces. Get Ethernet working, which maybe is just a restart for you. Also, update your Zidoo firmware, you didn't specify version and they fix things often. Finally, not all Zidoo are created equal so not specifying your model might make all comments invalid. Latest is 6.4.68 for Z9X and for Z9X Pro it's 1.0.95.

TLDR: This has nothing to do with Roomie and everything to do with your Zidoo setup.

2024

I’ve recently upgrade from an older version. I had done a great deal of programming several years ago and have since sold that home and moved everything to the new home. Previously I had all devices in one ‘Home’ and now have them split between two homes/two different networks. How can I peel what was a room from my primary home and paste it into the second home?

While looking for a solution I attempted the following;
Back up Home A
Rename Home A to Home B
Restore Home A from the Back up
I thought it would in essence create a duplicate home but it did not. It appears that a Back up is of the entire confirguration?

Staff response: This idea is just so prone to failure that it really shouldn't get an official response as that would imply there is a correct way to do this. This is theoretically possible with extensive hand-editing of the plist files which obviously is not recommended for any normal user.

Thanks Will. My days of editing plists are gone. I’ll go down the reprogramming route.

2024

I can successfully control my Storm processor via a custom device. I am looking to set this as the primary volume control, but that option isn't available on the device settings page.

Any ideas?

Thanks!

Staff response: See the DDK linked from the KB. You need to have a specific set of codes as the minimum bar to be eligible as a volume device. VOLUME UP and VOLUME DOWN named exactly that way as an example. This is in the DDK.

Thank you! That worked.

The only problem I have now is that the mute button only turns the mute on, but when I toggle the button again, it does not unmute the TV. I've attached a screenshot of my settings.

Staff response: Please review the DDK. As shown there, the toggle command above needs to be "MUTE TOGGLE".

2024

Help. Anyone know what IR device one can select in Roomie app to control an Arris Xi6-A or model AX061AEI ? I know it can be switched to IR mode and they are used by various cable companies, but selecting a few popular cable companies and Arris does not show any model numbers similar to that.
Thanks
Erik

Okay, so with some trial and error, I found the Xfinity X1 set top box uses the same command set. However, some of the commands operate differently than their name - e.g. the Xfinity X1 power off command turns on the Xi6, and power on command turns it off. Is there a way to copy an existing device command set and layout and create a new/custom device command set / layout - similar to creating custom code set but starting with a copy from another instead of starting from scratch?

2023

Hi folks,

I recently added an Amazon Fire Cube to one of my rooms for several reasons (mainly wired port). It has the added bonus of having an IR emitter built in and a port to add extended emitters inside cabinets. I have a few questions to see if someone else already knows this.

1. Has anyone gotten other IR emitters to work? I have a pile of Xantech/Speaker craft bits around that I would be happy to repurpose. The Zon's $19 price for an extender does not break the bank but I figured I would ask the community.
2. Once the Cube is in the mode to send out the commands locally, and not via the IR remote, will IP based commands do the same thing? Is it possible to address a specific device being controlled by the cube? e.g. Say I want to start up music mode, and the Cube has my Marantz as part of the system, could I send a command to turn just the Marantz on and set an input via RR using IP?

Thank you community,
PN

2023

Question: Question on Roomie Remote

If a device is not in the compatiability list on Roomies website how do you go about getting them supported for the remote?

Example I don't see
Arcam AVR20
HDFury Vrroom
HTPC Kodi MadVR build.

Also what IRBlaster should be used?

Thanks for your time.

Staff response: These sound like support questions. As it states, the Compatibility list is a minimum set. There are actually a lot more code sets. But at a high level:

We have a bunch of Arcam models in there.
We have a bunch of HDFury. Support has a set for something called "DIVA" they can send to you, regardless these kinds of little code sets with like 8 commands are so easy to create and so numerous.
Not sure why "HTPC" or "MadVR" are relevant to control. I assume your third item is really just "Kodi" which we support. The other aspects shouldn't be relevant.

IR Blasters are covered on the Compatibility page.

Harmony didn't really have IP control, so safe to say that's going to be infrared unless you find it is controllable with the Kodi set which would be a humungous upgrade for you. OTOH since it's a PC, there are many ways to control it. It's been a very long time since I've suggested it, but all the old Windows code sets are still in there like MCE Controller, etc. Between infrared, MCE, direct Kodi, I assume you can find one or more that work. I would strongly recommend the Kodi set if you can get it going with whatever that derivative is.

I am not sure really what you're asking about a "repeater". Anyway, the Setup Guide has like 20% of its content dedicated to Blasters so there is ample documentation on this topic for further information.

2023

Question: Has any tired eisy the new hub from universal devices? While using with Insteon PLM it seems it’s just a replacement of isy 994, so h/w wise there should be no change, but wondering if RR will simply support using the current process.

Staff response: I've heard the name but know nothing about it.

Yes, as I said, I'm aware of it. Either we need a ton of users requesting some kind of support for it, enough to justify us buying it, or they need to send us a test unit. Neither of those has occurred. I don't have any data that indicates it doesn't work perfectly actually. So there's no known issue here.

2023

Question: Adding a new Brightlink HDP-MXB88DA matrix switcher to environment. Existing control sets don't seem to work either by Telnet (port 23) or raw TCP/IP (port 8000).

I have previously used the DDK to add a Muxlabs matrix switcher to my environment, but wanted to use the Custom Devices UI in the app this time around.

I note that Telnet has a CRLF option, but I am wondering if the Socket IO options supports a way of sending CRLF as Brightlink advises best practice is to use raw TCP/IP on port 8000...

Staff response: SocketIO is a very specific thing used only (to our knowledge) by Samsung 2014/2015 TVs (H/J). This is not a generic term like "input output via Unix Sockets circa 1978". So there is no chance that would be the right choice in this case. Without a protocol document I don't know what to say. My guess is you're using the wrong port and not having a protocol document is presumably why you don't know that.

Looks pretty standard lineio-crlf on port 8000. You can check the input/output in the diagnostic log to see what's going on.

Most of the release notes for over a year have been referencing the extensive logging functionality added especially for iPad and Macs. Whole separate windows, live logging, it's pretty neat and seems like it's hard to miss at this point?
Telnet LF is the same as lineio-crlf. More info is in the DDK.

2023

I’m sure this has been asked, but I can’t find it. Can someone point me towards directions to add a logitech harmony hub to Roomie, and then be able to access it via the app to turn on an activity?

I added the IP and the hub shows in my devices. Now I don’t know how to pick an activity from that hub and use it to turn on my TV. For example, I want to activate the “turn on the TV“ activity from my iPhone.

I am new, the app looks great in helpful, and I think I’m missing a simple button click that will make me very happy!

Staff response: This information is on the Compatibility page:
Device Compatibility

Lots of other details are here on this forum.

2022

Question: Hey, how can we get for HDFury switchers added? They offer full IP, IR, & rs232 support. They uploaded the codesets to the harmony system, but it doesn’t look like they’ve done so here.

In the attached zip, their IP & rs232 instructions are included (and incredibly simple to follow). I tried to add my device via the custom devices in Roomie, but I’m not sure how to tell if I’m sending the basic IP commands. Adding the code sets seem easy enough, but setting up Roomie isn’t straight forward (an...

Staff response: This looks totally straightforward. The commands are there in the file with "ip" in the title. The connection type would be Telnet. The codes can then just be pasted right into the Custom Code Sets editor. Not sure what advice to give since this isn't a strange case, very generic. Also, entering the codes can be fully analyzed/debugged live using the pinch to zoom log, and tested ahead of time using a normal telnet connection to their box.

Using the Export option on that page would be the much more direct way of doing that.

2022

Question: Hey Guys,

I’m hoping for a bit of guidance with how to setup a MadVR Envy video processor.

This is the write up on it in the link below, but I’m not entirely sure how to make it work with Roomie.

Any suggestions as to the Protocol would certainly help.

http://madvr.com/EnvyIpControl.pdf?r=112

Much appreciated!

Staff response: In theory I just made some changes that might allow reasonable plist attachments in posts. Otherwise, you can just zip them.

2022

Question: Could you provide a bit more info on this new feature in 7.5. build 2442? How do the channel buttons auto-populate?

Jeff

Staff response: Tune channels from the guide for a channel based activity (eg. TiVo, DISH, etc.). Now reload the activity. Margin buttons (only visible on iPad screen sizes) will now be filled with channel buttons automatically updating each reload based on last usage of that channel from the guide).

1. If you edit the Design after the dynamic button exists, it should remain part of the Design. These buttons cannot currently be created manually.
2. These are specific to the device. If you have the same device in multiple activities (such as a TiVo shared by a video distribution system in multiple rooms), they will be shared. However, they are also not shared in your configuration as they are local to the device. This lets one person's frequent channels not override another person's in a different room.
3. At the moment, you would need to delete the app and re-install to completely clear this cache. Or create a customized Design before tuning channels in which case we never override a customized Design even if the button is blank.
4. No.

In general, I'd be ok with adding a button to nuke the cache. Don't really see a need for turning the whole thing off because creating a Design is the same as turning it off. I'm not aware of any downsides. So if there are real ones, let me know.

Margin Buttons are all gravy. They don't have official positions. They flow in from the tray based on an internal prioritization. So for instance your Function Green button belongs in the Tray as per the Design editor, but because you have 4 open margins, we flow it into the margin on iPads. So, given margin buttons don't have positions, channel button promotion is now first followed by tray promotion as the ActionPanel is in layout. Any buttons you don't see are in the tray where they always have been on iPhone. I am not sure though how any buttons in your case would overflow the margins because you have tons of margin space left in your screenshot. Every spot should be filled.

The case of a customized Design blocking channel promotion is not in the build you have. That's the intent though. However, most likely, customizing the Design at all will basically turn off all channel promotion, and there is no way to create these buttons manually right now.

Many changes here in next build. Try it when it goes out.

It's permanent. As long as most people seem to like it? I can hardly even describe the previous ordering. It followed a UI Designer's complex ordering system from like 2016 and in updating the code I just decided it would be better to do something logical that was obvious especially if we're giving users the need to manage these spaces a little more. In principle though, there are some minor downsides. However, the overall flow with channel buttons now seems like it will make much better use of every button space. A potential enhancement is to flow channel buttons into only free space of custom designs. Because once you customize a design right now, you will never have any ch...

2022

Just checking if anyone has used a HDMI multi viewer…4 HDMI inputs and 1 output with PIP, split screens, there are quite a few with IR control, but wish to know if any with IP control and supports roomie remote

https://www.amazon.com/TESmart-Multi-Viewer-Updated-Powered-A60-Quad/dp/B07Z4PWCHC/ref=sr_1_13?crid=1Q6HLDSWRBLM8&keywords=hdmi%2Bmultiviewer&qid=1659363216&sprefix=%2Caps%2C380&sr=8-13&th=1

I found this hope we can get LAN support for this

Better model

https://www.amazon.com/TESmart-Multi-Viewer-Updated-Powered-A60-Quad/dp/B07Z4PWCHC/ref=sr_1_13?crid=1Q6HLDSWRBLM8&keywords=hdmi%2Bmultiviewer&qid=1659363216&sprefix=%2Caps%2C380&sr=8-13&th=1

I have successful used both AVProHD and Altona matrix switches which are directly supported and I also added an HDFury Vertex switcher using custom commands. All worked fine.

2022

I'm a Harmony user today and with their recent announcement of shutting down, I'm looking at alternatives. I have two devices (Zone Amp controllers) that are both IR controlled. One thing the hub allows me to do today is assign each one to its own port so I can control which Zone Amp I am sending the commands to. I'm assuming I would need two Global Cache Flex IP-P to make this work and thus if they have different IP addresses, will I be able to control them independently with Roomie Remote?

Is there a different solution I should be looking at?

Staff response: GC Flex adapters typically come with Triport cables that give you 3 independent channels per adapter. Marketing brand names may differ from whatever we call them, but they are all the same cable made by GC.

See page 76 of the Setup Guide:

If the target devices are near each other, you may need to use an emitter cover to eliminate crosstalk:
https://amzn.to/3ggpoP1

2021

i just added a Stewart Screen Device as a custom device on version 6.7

the device is UDP on port 5000

I need to sent a very simple command:

#1.1.0.MOTOR=RECALL,1;\

i have tried putting the command as is in the code field of the custom device and i have tried

\\x23\\x31\\x2e\\x31\\x2e\\x30\\x2e\\x4d\\x4f\\x54\\x4f\\x52\\x3d\\x52\\x45\\x43\\x41\\x4c\\x4c\\x2c\\x31\\x3b\\x0d

i cannot get either to work. when the command shows up under the activity, the upper cases and lower cases are all changed.

The first command shows

#1.1.0.Motor=Recall,1;\\R

And the second command is all changed to upper case.

is this a bug?

Staff response: There is no difference between say \\x2e and \\x2E.

Why don't you export your codeset and attach it and also link to your protocol doc otherwise I don't see how anyone could evaluate whether what you're sending is correct.

All good and working

2021

I know this isn't on the list of compatibility but can you guys please add the Reavon 4k blu ray players? They are now part of the zappiti store but I don't know if IP control will work. This is a great player that can also work with network attached storage devices.

Staff response: Found this as first hit in a Google search. Seems like it would take about 3 minutes to paste these into a Custom Code Set in Settings to give you basic IP control over that. We don't have a test unit or I'd be happy to do it. Works better when a user creates it, gets the basic codes right and tested, and then at the end of the process submit the code set to us and request feedback for the stuff under "Querying Device State" at which point we could put that user into beta and try to add that by observing their diagnostics.

https://gist.github.com/doug-hoffman/421bc2ecda57d2e910888c76e2382cea

2021

I've reviewed the DDK instructions but I also saw a post that said most of that has been deprecated.

My use case. I have a raspberry pi controlling a speaker selector via serial and I've exposed a simple RESTful API on the pi that translates those commands. I want to create a manual IP device and then tie commands like:

POWER_ON > GET http://192.168.1.1/on
POWER_OFF > GET http://192.168.1.1/off
VOLUME_UP > GET http://192.168.1.1/up
VOLUME_DOWN > GET http://192.168.1.1/down
MUTE > GET http://192.168.1.1/mute
SELECT_SOURCE > GET http://192.168.1.1/1

I see the section the app to create new devices and the top part is intuitive but I don't know what to enter in the Codes area and I couldn't find reference documentation.

Thanks!

Staff response: The DDK provides exactly such samples. To see what they look like in the editor, just import the sample into the editor.

2021

Hi all,

I have an Arcam av860 that doe not change sources using the standard Arcam AVR device that is supported. All the other keys work fine though. Now I have used IR learning and was able to get a working device just for the switching.
Is there any way to add those commands in to the device that is already there? Would save a lot of button learning.

Kind regards,
Patrick

Staff response: You just modify the Activity Design to target whichever device has the commands you want. There's no need to merge those behind the scenes. It's just a supplemental code set.

Okay, thanks, I will do it like that.

2021

Howdy, I’m new to Roomie and have been very pleased with the level of integration and support.

With regards to lighting, I’ve been using UPB at home for lighting control for many years. I use a Web Mountain RUC-01 device, which, in addition to other functions, allows me to control my lighting using a iPhone App. Web Mountain does not support Roomie, but they provided the following POST and SEND commands, which are specific to my home equipment and a particular switch.

I’d like to get this working first, before adding more lights, etc.

I’ve reviewed the DDK and found that my knowledge of plist is lacking and needs to be refreshed. The DDK information also mentions that setting up a custom device can be easily handled in settings, without using the DDK. I’m hoping I can use the “Custom Device” feature in Settings without having to rely on the DDK.

I’ve found little documentation on now to configure a custom device, specifically regarding “codes”.

For my project, I assume my steps are the following:

* Create a custom device, say the RUC-01. I assume that I need to provide the IP address for that device in the “codes” section
* Create an activity (On/Off) for each “light” using the GET or POST commands (i.e. On/Off)

I’m hoping somebody can point me to documentation, or provide an example on how to configure a custom device to receive POST or GET commands, and associate activities

POST & GET Commands

Send Command Type POST

URL: http://192.168.2.31/qSend.htm

Data command=07041905FF20B8 to turn ON

command=07041905FF21B7 to turn OFF

Send Command Type GET

URL: http://192.168.2.xx/cgi-bin/cgi_upbtrans.cgi?command =07041905FF20B8 & port = 1 to turn on

No data

URL http://192.168.2.xx/cgi-bin/cgi_upbtrans.cgi?command=07041905FF21B7 & port = 1 to turn off

Thanks in Advance…

2021

In case anyone is using one of the newer processors, this code set adds all the eight inputs, trims for height, width, and sub trim presets +1.5, +3, +6, +9, +12 which is handy. All fits on one panel.

Emotiva-XMC-2 Zone 1-udp.zip|attachment (1.2 KB)

Changed device name to G3P because it should work with the various 3rd gen processors.

Emotiva-G3P Zone 1-udp.zip|attachment (1.2 KB)

2021

These instructions have been updated. See the current version: Google Nest thermostat setup.

Question: Homekit raw devices appear in Roomie Remote but should 'Scenes' appear?
It would be nice to hit a button in RR that than turns on 4 switches and 2 lights in homekit like you can do within homekit from the scene I setup.

Staff response: That's not a current feature. It's on the list. Of course, all you have to do is send the commands from Roomie so the fact there is a simple workaround has kept it pretty low priority.

A HomeKit Scene is a series of commands to HomeKit accessories. Just send the same commands from Roomie. We support HomeKit accessories directly.

Nonsensical. HomeKit Scenes have one operation: Set. "Turning it off" has no meaning in the context of HomeKit. If you have a different scene that sets your accessories to a different state, you can Set that instead. (This is the same behavior as you see for instance in the Home app.)

2021

Question: Does anyone else have an issue with constantly loosing Homekit devices from their Roomie setup? I am constantly having to go to force HomeKit sync to get all my devices to show up, am I missing something? Thanks

Staff response: This means the missing specific device(s) did not respond during the sync. This is usually a physical issue like devices that are too far out of range. You can see it in the Home app with a status like "Not responding". The device will not appear in Roomie if it does not respond. So any accessory that is missing after Roomie's sync needs to be fixed in some way.

HomeKit also displays the "Not Responding" thing. We are more deterministic than they are. If the device does not respond, we won't import it. HomeKit will basically ignore bad device connections and only tell you if it's really unusable. Anyway, something you need to fix.

See my previous post for an explanation of what's going on there –– note your two examples of perhaps the most classic non-responsive items due to their Bluetooth limitation. HomeKit doesn't really care if your device isn't working. We need it to respond at least during sync. If one of your accessories doesn't respond, it won't import. If it stops responding, it will be removed from your device list, and it will be added back later on the next sync if it responds then.

Critical non-negotiable information is not provided when it doesn't respond so it would be useless to try to import it. The typical solutions to these issues in the HomeKit world are more HomeKit repeaters such as HomePods and AppleTVs.

This is not an appropriate forum to go into detail on HomeKit connectivity issues. Safe to say that topic could fill whole search engines.

2021

Question: Hi all,

I have started researching and testing Roomie after the anouncement that Harmony will be discontinued. So far Roomie is looking good and quite flexible and supports most of my devices one way or another.
The one thing I cannot really find information on that answers my questions is hard button remotes other than Harmony.

My scenario is this: Watching a movie in complete darkness and I want to pause the movie or change volume. Currently I grab the remote next to me and one button pres...

Staff response: I would have to wake it up and unlock it and then press the button

This seems to be the crux of your post and everything else you said stems from it. By far the simpler and in my opinion better set of solutions come from resolving that issue for you, not by adding additional hardware.

In a living room scenario where the room is not completely dark, the issue is moot.

In a home theater scenario where the room is completely dark, many options exist. Some that come to mind, I use most or all of these:

* Set the screen brightness to zero when starting a movie. This can be easily set from Control Center. The brightness of the screen is not distracting at that level even in a home theater that is pitch black, but can still be read. Personally, I sleep with devices setup this way right next to me.
* Use a smaller iOS device that is less bright. A 12.9" iPad is going to be brighter and more impactful to a room than an iPhone SE 2. Use an appropriate device for the room/environment. An iPhone SE 2 with brightness turned off is very effective for this.
* Rest the iOS device face down when not in use. Eliminates the brightness issue if you still perceive it after above.
* Make sure such controllers are ideally dedicated and/or set to appropriate Guided Access or lock time expirations. Eliminates the unlock issue.

These thoughts are the normal path for people who have spent a lot of time with hard button remotes. The best path is not "how do I keep using hard button remotes now that they are no longer in business" but rather "what simple techniques can I use to adapt my usage of hard buttons to the far more powerful iOS devices that are now the best way to do this".

OTOH There may be some people unwilling to adapt and for that scenario running alongside an old Harmony is completely fine and we will retain that functionality as long as such users need it or they shut down their servers.

2021

Question: Ok hive brain...

I have been working on a custom code set for my No Hassle AV Multizone "Whole House" Audio Amplifier. This is the same as the MonoPrice Home Audio Distribution System. It just has IP control in addition to RS-232 serial control.

I can send commands to power it on, power it off. select sources and rooms. all that works well.

Volume control is 00-38 and so I am using data format 403 (00-60 Sharp TV, Leading zero) which leaves some room at the top, but it seems ok.

I have 2...

Staff response: Not a good use of time to create a proxy. I've addressed this many times before and will do so here again.

1. The reason Roomie does not have parsing in its code sets is 98% because Apple does not allow scripting inside apps. For instance, including a Python/Lua/etc library is explicitly against App Store rules. So the obvious solution to this is out.
2. This is a minuscule problem. When this comes up, there is usually no codeset whatsoever for a given device, but users are asking for feedback anyway. (This is exactly what happened with this device if you combine the multiple threads). Basically, a user wants the device supported. Since it started with very few or 1 user, initially there is no code set. Then, users develop a codeset for basic control as that is very simple and requires no code. Then user(s) asks for feedback again. That is exactly what happened 2 months ago with Trinnov/JBL receivers. User developed a codeset, it took hold and developed a small contingent of users, and then we brought one of those users into beta, quickly added feedback support for Trinnov, and updated the codeset to official. Takes very little time and assures users it works properly and is tested. This same procedure has been used dozens of times in the past including for Anthem, and others. It allows support to be added without us having to purchase every single piece of AV hardware known to the world.

The requirement is simply a capable beta tester who is willing and able to install perhaps tens of beta builds while the feedback is refined, able to adjust the codeset if needed, and basically act as the tester submitting diagnostics to us. It's a straightforward process, but someone needs to step up, act as that tester, and contact support (replying here does nothing) to initiate that process.

2021

I have a Meridian 861 pre amp set up to control volume on all activities. It is connected via a Global Cache iTach Flex rs232.
The volume level is set within the Meridian to always switch on at the previous set volume. However within Roomie the volume on all activities starts at zero.......and initially only responds to the dial and not the + button once the volume has been changed it now seems to be synced, until a change of activity, then the volume indication is back to zero in roomie.
I assume the volume feedback only occurs when activating the volume control. Is there something that could be added to the activity to nudge the volume indication at start.

With my Meridian setup I send a command to the Meridian in the Activity of "Volume 72" which sets the volume to that level.

Is that the Volume set command ?

I believe it is. In my Activities I have it set to " Volume 72". It was setup several years back, so I can't remember exactly, but that is what it shows in my setup. Hope it helps.

Thanks for that....I will give it a try, just waiting for my last Global Cache

Oh......does that display in Roomie ie 72 displayed in the volume dial ?

connected up my last Global Cache......All working, probably some tweaking needed in design.
Tried the volume set on starting the activity but still only displaying the volume after selecting a new one......There must be a way displaying on start ? without input

My Meridian setup is in my other home. I'll check it in a week when I'm there.

2021

I’m trying to create a custom IP device for the NoHassle AV 8x8 HDMI Matrix.

According to the specs, it communicates via UDP port 5000.

Each command needs to be followed by a carriage return. I have tried [CR], [cr],<cr>, and <CR> to no avail.

Before I continue trying every letter in the alphabet, does anyone know how to pass a carriage return?

thanks!

Mani

Staff response: Despite 90% of the DDK not applying anymore since creating custom devices as of V6.5 is now trivial in Settings, the encoding aspects of it all remain. The DDK is available here:

Community Knowledge Base

The DDK contains samples of many different encoding methods. These include "\", "\\x10" "\\x12" depending on your needs, the protocol, etc.

Remember also you can always export the codeset, edit it in Xcode, and import it back. Xcode generally handles even the most complex encoding issues for you.

Thanks Will! I have looked at the DDK and continue to struggle. I have also tried /x0D (for ascii 13 which maps to carriage return). I will try Xcode.

Mani

Staff response: To clarify, /x0D would do nothing assuming you didn't typo that.

2021

Apple recently released the public beta of tvOS 14. I've had a dev device on tvOS 14 since the first developer beta, and both the initial and second betas seem to break remote control for everything but the official Apple remote.

Has anyone tried the public beta and been successful using Roomie? I have one device on 13.x and it continues to work fine - the tvOS 14 device works briefly /sometimes/, but then becomes completely non-responsive after 1-2 commands. I've deleted and re-added the Apple TV a few times just to see if I had botched my config... no change. Not a big deal, just figured I'd mention my experience in case anyone was looking at trying the public beta.

Best wishes,
John

Staff response: We installed tvOS 14 developer beta 2 and everything seems to work fine. Maybe there was an issue in beta 1 (which would be a future Public Beta 2).

2020

I have a JBL SDP-40 that I would like to control via a GC-100-12 Gateway. Any ideas how to accomplish this? I had been using an iRule system to control but would like to move to Roomie. Thanks in advance for any help.

Staff response: Community Knowledge Base

2020

Does anybody know where I can get one of the Simple Serial cables which have 3.5mm both ends and work with Samsung EX-Link please ?

I got this one

Global Caché FLC-SL-MJ Flex Link RS232 Mini Jack Cable - Serial Data Transceiver https://amzn.to/3izQ7Xo

Thanks that is perfect appreciated

2020

Love this app and have been using it since it was Roomie, then Simple Control and now Roomie Again.

One thing I would like is a direct way to the Dashboard when in an activity. I was thinking it could be added on this menu: Activity Menu

Currently (unless there is a different way to do it), I can only select the Dashboard link from the Room Menu. Which if you are in an activity you have to either select the room from the activity menu or back out of the activity to get to the room menu to select dashboard. This is something I encounter multiple times a day as I move room to room.

Thanks for listening.

2020

Question: Hello
This is the 3rd time reaching out. I'm not sure what to do. I had TiVo services and roomie worked like a charm. I had trouble with the TiVo box and my service provider (cogeco) said they are no longer going to use TiVo and have been switching everyone over to Cogeco Epico IPTV. My problem is roomie does not seem to have the device in there database. Funny thing is, if I go to guides in roomie it is there and I can add it. The unit is technicolor UIW4020cog. The last 3 characters change dep...

Staff response: Don't know anything about it, but a quick Google immediately indicates it may be an Android TV in which case you should be able to add it manually as a FireTV/Shield. This assumes you can find out how to turn on ADB. The remote in their instructions is "paired" so it is not infrared. It is obviously an Android TV because their own instructions are basically broken if you don't use an Android phone and provide a Google account.

I don't live in Canada, it's not possible to get that here. You would need to create a custom device. I recommend waiting for 6.5 which has a built-in code set editor.

When you get 6.5, you would need to add codes like:

POWER ON
shell:input keyevent KEYCODE_WAKEUP

You would create that as a custom codeset with the ADB type.

Most likely, you need digit codes like KEYCODE_1 for DIGIT 1 etc, but really no idea since normal Android TV boxes don't have such buttons.

That is what "Switching Delay" is for in the Advanced panel of the device in Roomie. Just set it to whatever your device needs.

You can test the right sequence by creating the commands in an inline activity with the appropriate delays.

2020

Question: Trying to add Emotiva xpa-2 codes (the xmc1 codes work but mute doesn't work, and feedback doesn't seem to work so I figured I'd give it a go and learn something). Have bbedit in mac os and can edit and save the file, the issue seems to be that bbedit does not like the formatting of tags that Emotiva specifies. I can save the file if I remove the actual key code, but if i try to save it as-is I get a bbedit error 20022 malformed binary file.

Not sure if I should have the text after <string> fo...

Staff response: There is an existing "XMC-1 Zone 1" codeset that seems to do everything you're trying to do, but was likely created speculatively many years ago so may have issues. Developing your own codeset is unlikely to be the best solution here as feedback parsing does exist. However, in this rare case, you may be able to fix it in your own codeset because the internal parsing already exists.. The .STATUS we use is:

<key>.STATUS</key><string><emotivaUpdate><volume /></emotivaUpdate></string>

The CDATA stuff is another way of writing that, but easier to just use Xcode encoding per above and forget the whole thing.

The MUTE command simply looks mis-named in the internal codeset. It should be "MUTE TOGGLE" with whatever value is correct for that. Or it should be 2 commands ON and OFF.

To get the volume dial, in this very rare case where the parsing already exists, you would need to add this block to the top level keys:

\t\t <key>codeSetMetadata</key>
\t\t<dict>
\t\t\t<key>deviceConfigurationC</key>
\t\t\t<dict>
\t\t\t\t<key>volume</key>
\t\t\t</dict>
\t\t</dict>

didn’t get the dial

Based on what you posted above, you're missing a .VOLUME SET command which is required for a dial.

Use my .STATUS command not yours.

Then switch the metadata block to this:

\t\t<key>codeSetMetadata</key>
\t\t<dict>
\t\t\t<key>deviceConfiguration</key>
\t\t\t<dict>
\t\t\t\t<key>volume</key>
\t\t\t\t<key>fbs</key>
\t\t\t\t<array>
\t\t\t\t\t<dict><key>device</key><string>i</string><key>fbType</key><integer>0</integer><key>freq</key><integer>1</integer><key>notMain</key></dict>
\t\t\t\t</array>
\t\t\t</dict>
\t\t</dict>

Since none of this is supposed to work, it's not surprising. You would need to use the diagnostic log in beta (pinch screen) to dig deeper.

2020

My system has about 30 devices in it and several of them seem to require a designated primary device to work well; namely, my 2016 LG OLED and my 2016 Marantz 8802a Pre.

I am trying to use a mac as the primary device. This a computer that's always on but, we do use user accounts; specifically, mine and one for my wife. I'm not 100% sure yet but it seems like if my wife is using the computer but roomie is running under my account, the Primary Device functionality doesn't work. It's not clear in the documentation if this should or shouldn't work and Support told me this is 'untested'. Is anyone else running in this configuration? Would running roomie as admin theoretically make any difference?

I remember way back before the simple control days, the was a Roomie Hub program. I know hubs are passe now in V6 but the idea of 100% dedicated IOS device seems like an expensive route to go.... I actually tried a iPhone5 that I had laying around but it didn't work well--and support confirmed that the device was likely too old to support a system of this size.

Using my ipad in guided access works ok but introduces another issue that's a little specific to my setup; I'm using the SimpleControl Polygot server to connect my ISY to Roomie and it won't connect to an ios device as a hub for reasons that are unclear... but that's a different issue over in the ISY world.

I'm just curious what people are doing for their primary devices (especially if using a mac) and how is it working?

I have an iPad in my media closet as my primary device. Static IP. I am in ISY 4.7.3 and use ISY to send commands to Roomie through the primary device. This is how my current "hard button" implementation works. Insteon 8 button remote talks to ISY. ISY talks to Roomie. Allows me to switch activities.

Ahh. You're using Network resources in the ISY then. Yeah that would solve that problem. Although if the if the nodeserver get a bit more stable, it will be great.

Do you leave the iPad fully awake? It's not clear to me from the setup guide if the Roomie App has to visible (meaning prevent screen sleep) .

Yes, you have to be in guided access mode with sleep / screen lock disabled. I want to go to ISY 5.x, but I am waiting till it is the final release version. Hopefully that will happen by about 2023 or so. :slight_smile:

For about a year, I ran this config:

Simple Control v4.5.x for iOS (on iPhone-5 with iOS-10.x)
Simple Service 20-Device Monthly Subscription
Simple Hub for Mac v4.5.11 (on MacMini with macOS-Sierra)
Simple Blaster (Ethernet)
Amazon Alexa Echos (various models, using Simple-Control Skills)

It ran fine.

I had no reason to run full-screen games on the MacMini-2012 (I ran those on Windows machines and Apple-TV-Gen4 ) . Everything else (including X-Code) ran and co-existed just fine. Only thing I could not do is reboot to my native Windows-10 BootCamp (obviously).

Running or switching to a different macOS User-Account sounds like a bad idea. However, I ...

2020

NAD is making some great products these days. Lenbrook, NAD's parent company, is doing a great job with the Bluesound products and the BluOS platform is doing well as a result.

NAD's making some great network streamers, pre/pros, and receivers that would be well served to be controlled by Roomie. Please add support for NAD and all BluOS products.

Additionally, NAD publishes control IP integration information on the page of each product. Here's an example of one page for one of their popular receivers (click on the Control Integration tab): https://nadelectronics.com/product/t-758-v3-av-surround-sound-receiver

I personally previously used Denon, Marantz, Onkyo, and Integra gear in my house, but I've swapped it all out for NAD and BluOS equipment because NAD's electronics/DACs sound significantly better. I'd love to see their products supported over IP control (and deep control with BluOS would be even better, or BluOS via Roon control if that were somehow easier to do).

I'd be more than happy to beta test.

Until the NAD codes are added, here’s supplemental codes to get things going for you (758v3 and 777v3). I have tested this over ethernet and serial on my 758v3. I prioritized the “most used“ codes that aren’t currently in the code set, there are quite a few possible commands left out.

~~~
<dict>
<key>brand</key>
<string>NAD</string>
<key>cat</key>
<string>Supplemental Zone 1</string>
<key>codes</key>
<dict>
<key>Neural X Mode</key>
<string>Main.ListeningMode=NeuralX</string>
<key>Dirac 1</key>
<string>Main.Dirac=1</string>
<key>Dirac 2</key>
<string>Main.Dirac=2</string>
<key>Dirac 3</key>
<string>Main.Dirac=3</string>
<key>Dirac Off</key>
<string>Main.Dirac=0</string>
<key>Up</key>
<string>Main.IR=39</string>
<key>Down</key>
<string>Main.IR=40</string>
<key>Left</key>
<string>Main.IR=41</string>
<key>Right</key>
<string>Main.IR=42</string>
<key>Enter</key>
<string>Main.IR=50</string>
<key>Menu</key>
<string>Main.IR=127</string>
<key>Dimmer On</key>
<string>Main.Dimmer=On</string>
<key>Dimmer Off</key>
<string>Main.Dimmer=Off</string>
<key>Bass Enhanced On</key>
<string>Main.EnhancedBass=On</string>
<key>Bass Enhanced Off</key>
<string>Main.EnhancedBass=Off</string>
<key>Sleep 10</key>
<string>Main.Sleep=10</string>
<key>Sleep 30</key>
<string>Main.Sleep=30</string>
<key>Sleep 60</key>
<string>Main.Sleep=60</string>
<key>Sleep 90</key>
<string>Main.Sleep=90</string>
<key>Sleep Off</key>
<string>Main.Sleep=0</string>
<key>Preset 1</key>
<string>Main.IR=58</string>
<key>Preset 2</key>
<string>Main.IR=59</string>
<key>Preset 3</key>
<string>Main.IR=195</string>
<key>Preset 4</key>
<string>Main.IR=196</string>
<key>Preset 5</key>
<string>Main.IR=198</string>
</dict>
<key>method</key>
<string>lineio</string>
<key>type</key>
<integer>16</integer>
</dict>
~~~

The 2-way feedback for volume, input and mode is already built into Roomie. If you are using IP control, just use port 23 and it will work.

The above codes are “supplemental codes“ that you add to your configuration, but it’s kind of a pain to get them into a configuration, frankly. Hopefully Roomie will update the NAD codes now that 6.0 is out the door, because things like the navigational and menu buttons are really are needed to flesh out NAD support.

2019

Hello, I'm new using Simple, I have a doubt can work everything correctly without using a hub? I hope someone can clarify my doubt, greetings

you can use an appletv 4 as a hub, or any dedicated apple device

Roomie v6.0+ does not require a hub. In 6.0+ the concept of a hub is replaced by the concept of a "controller." Any device can be a controller and the system will automatically elect one device to be the controller. It is possible to have a primary or preferred controller, but it is not strictly required. The system is much more flexible now. I still prefer having a primary dedicated controller, but this is personal OCD preference.

2019

Hello,
I'm trying to successfully migrate to V6.
I had a custom code set for Sky Q device as this wasn't originally available. It appears it is now a standard device but I can't get it to work. Can anyone confirm how they've set up Sky Q in V6?

Alternatively, how do you migrate custom device codes from V5 to V6? I've also got some custom IP codes I've programmed for a Marantz receiver and I'd like these to transfer over.

Any Luck with this? I am also looking for the code to make SkyQ work with RR. thanks
P

2019

Question: Using all iPhones and Apple TV’s in our house. Using the Shortcuts app, I can create shortcuts to wake our Apple TV’s and open specific apps. Is there anyway to use these shortcuts as Activities in Roomie?

Staff response: I think you can just do this as a URL command:
shortcuts://run-shortcut?name=[name]

2019

Question: I've done a bit of integration with your API and it works well. I am primarily using it to enable "hard button" capabilities. For hard buttons I am using Insteon 8 Button Mini Remotes. These triggers programs in my ISY, which then make calls to the Simple Control API. Right now I am just using the /activities endpoint for activity switching (e.g. button A on remote 1 runs DirecTV activity in Family Room). I have also experimented with the /devices endpoint for controlling AVR volume.

The use I...

Staff response: On a side note, the Insteon / ISY / Simple Control integration works well for hard buttons, but the physical layout of the buttons is not that great and there aren’t quite enough buttons

Right, so that sounds like a super difficult road. I've seen people do these things (non-productized) and it's not scalable. These paths are either expensive to productize or expensive to build on a DIY basis or totally locked into a very elaborate Rube Goldberg patchwork.

So I would just note that while at some point there probably will be API enhancements, the closest and simplest path short term may be what we put into 6.0 (planned for this Fall). Apple announced PS4 and Xbox One controller support for iOS 13. The problem with the old Game Controller support was there simply were not enough buttons/controls to replicate a true hard button remote.

The PS4 and Xbox controllers on the other hand are replete with numerous input options, are top notch hardware/ergonomic solutions, already widely distributed, and inexpensive. I've been using V6 with it lately and it might just fit the bill. We'll see. The trick is controlling activities. I haven't decided yet how to go about that. I could make it necessary to see the iOS screen. So you use the controller wherein right thumbstick is the Activity stick. Tap to bring up an Activity list, down, select, activity changes. Or, I could put in voice feedback as it would otherwise be the only reason to need the iOS screen. In that scenario, you'd tap, it would say "Select Activity", down, it says "TiVo", you hit Select, activity changes.

Anyway, point is solutions like that where we're integrating it directly means the play, pause, volume, etc, all work for every Activity and highly custom solutions with bad ergonomics or hardware aren't needed. Though, it's too early to say what is in V6 so far will truly be a complete solution that extends to activity switching, from every other perspective it is a huge step forward as a simple hard button solution.

In the context of this old thread, that already happened. The original request was: "I’d like to be able to control the current activity by sending it generic commands like play / pause / mute and have Simple Control translate these to the appropriate device commands".

APIs to do exactly that were subsequently released as part of our Siri Shortcuts API. UI even exists for them in the Rooms editor for each room.

The new controller support for hard buttons did also subsequently get released in V6 and then enhanced again in V6.5. Unknown at the time of this thread, we then added Harmony Hardbutton integration greatly enhancing the hard button possibilities.

We did many times more things than discussed here in this area. If you're specifically and only looking for a custom HTTP API, that's an extremely specialized need (party of one?) that is difficult to prioritize since I'm not aware of anyone else needing that. To the extent we ...

2019

Question: After an extensive beta testing period since last Spring, we're pleased to announce a major new V6 release. This is a separate app so your existing installations will not be clobbered and you may upgrade when you're ready.

What's New in V6:

Direct link to the app:

https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/id1455871956?mt=8

Thanks!

What's New in V6:

Direct link to the app:

https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/id1455871956?mt=8

Thanks!

2019

Question: Does Roomie Remote support Wyze cam? Was thinking about picking up a few of these inexpensive cameras.

Staff response: A quick Google turns up references to RTSP in that camera, so it might work if you can figure out the port and RTSP URL.

You can set all of that in the devices panel. Choose anything and change it.

2019

Hello,

I managed to get my HDMI Switcher working via editing and syncing the plist files and icloud in v4.5

I am trying to get the same switcher working in V5, but I think I am missing a crucial step(s). Here's what I am doing.

1) Using Xcode to edit the RoomieCodes.plist file as before. All files are in the Simple Control icloud folder.

2) Unzipping SimpleControlBackup.zip using the Mac operating system.

3) Using BBEdit to copy the codes from RoomieCodes.plist into the correct section as per the DDK instruction (i.e. between [dict] and [/dict]) in the unzipped SimpleControlBackup file

4) Here's where I think the problem is ... when I save the file in BBEdit, it saves it as a txt file ... even when I specify no file extension. I am unable to save it as a plist file.

5) I then zip up the SimpleControlBackup file.

6) I go to the iPad and Simple Control .. Settings ... restore from iCloud.

7) Unfortunately, none of the changes are in my custom code sets. Only the old switcher that I created in V4 is there.

Any suggestions / feedback or guidance would be really appreciated

Jason
Hello,

I managed to get my HDMI Switcher working via editing and syncing the plist files and icloud in v4.5

I am trying to get the same switcher working in V5, but I think I am missing a crucial step(s). Here's what I am doing.

1) Using Xcode to edit the RoomieCodes.plist file as before. All files are in the Simple Control icloud folder.

2) Unzipping SimpleControlBackup.zip using the Mac operating system.

3) Using BBEdit to copy the codes from RoomieCodes.plist into the correct section as per the DDK instruction (i.e. between [dict] and [/dict]) in the unzipped SimpleControlBackup file

4) Here's where I think the problem is ... when I save the file in BBEdit, it saves it as a txt file ... even when I specify no file extension. I am unable to save it as a plist file.

5) I then zip up the SimpleControlBackup file.

6) I go to the iPad and Simple Control .. Settings ... restore from iCloud.

7) Unfortunately, none of the changes are in my custom code sets. Only the old switcher that I created in V4 is there.

Any suggestions / feedback or guidance would be really appreciated

Jason

Thanks KolyaY - gave me clarity on setup of file.

Stupid mistake on my part ... I was actually using the wrong iCloud account !!

2018

Previously, the volume level indicator on Simple Control matched the display on the receiver. With DRX series ( example: DRX-4), it now seems to show a level twice the Integra display. This is problematic because SimpleControl limits volume to a number of 100 while the receiver is then at 50, severely limiting volume output. Any idea how to resolve this?

Staff response: Sounds like you may have added that manually. Some Integra and Onkyo models must be added via auto-discovery in order to calibrate the volume level correctly. Contact support for assistance if there was some reason it couldn't be added via auto-discovery.

Thanks, Will. It never showed up in autodiscovery. I am replacing that unit and will try again when it shows up. BTW, I am also running an Integra DTR-30.5 and 40.7 and have no problem with those, and they were also manually added.

2018

Is there a way to update the configuration of the Anthem AVM60 to display volume feedback to simple remote?

I was just about to ask this as well. Would love to see this feature put in

Any chance of this happening ? I know the older Anthem allow volume feedback and it used to work on Irule but if it can be implemented for the Anthem that would be great.

2018

Question: tvOS 11.4 is out today which I'm eager to upgrade to for AirPlay2 support.

Is SC compatible?

I ask because I had tried the tvOS 11.4 betas and had issues with SC's IP control.

Thank you!

Staff response: We gave the update to Apple on 5/18, but it still hasn't made it through their systems. We recommend holding off until you see 5.0.14 go live.

As mentioned in another thread, we do have space in beta, so adventurous types should just email support and we can get you on version 5.5. Note of course though that 5.5 is a much more dramatic upgrade than 5.0.14. Also, you must upgrade your full environment including Hub in order to switch to 5.5.

2018

Question: 1. What does the thin red line at the top of the Simple Control v4.5 main-screen actually mean?

2. Sometimes, when I pickup my dedicated Simple Control remote (an iPhone-5), it just has a thin red-line at the top and SimpleControl doesn't seem to work. What causes this?

My dedicated Simple-Control remote is an iPhone-5. It's in Guided-Mode with a 30min-AutoLock. The MacMini runs 24/7/365.

Simple Control v4.5.x for iOS (on iPhone-5 with iOS-10.x)
**Simple Service 20-Device Monthly Subscr...

Staff response: In 4.5, that meant "hub is offline or not paired". V5 is completely different.

Remember never to cross the streams as stated in the release announcement. You're either running V5 or V4.5. Never both.

Upgrade to V5 and contact support if you have reset all devices and re-paired everything and such issues continue. No reasonable way to diagnose such things in a forum.

2018

I was pretty excited to see 5.5 show up, it sounded like it was farther off so it was a pleasant surprise!

For existing setups it would be helpful if you could edit the action panel for a device in one activity and copy it to other activities. A good example is a receiver, there are a number of buttons to address and then once they are tweaked to your liking it would be great to be able to copy that to other activities.

Along with that it would be good to be able to go to devices and change the layout there globally, which would then carry over to any new activities automatically. It would also make sense to prompt the user after making changes at the device level to prompt whether to replace existing action panels in existing activities with the new layout. In essence, allowing a change to be made globally and offer to copy that to all existing instances of the device.

The editing of the default config under devices would probably need to include a global reset to default config to be complete.

Allow editing of the panels that are not editable currently. For example on the receiver volume panel allow editing to include the surround mode etc. I think this has been asked elsewhere and I'll try to find it and bump that topic so people can chime in.

+1 on this. I would also like to be able to edit the receiver volume panel in order to include the receiver's input and mode display there for easier reference.

+1 on copying/pasting action panel edits to multiple activities or global device action panel edits. Example - I have Sonos activities in multiple rooms. I have created action planned buttons for various playlists and streams. I would like to copy/paste the Sonos action panel design or custom module for other actives.

Just experimenting with customizing action panels for the first time today. Would love to see ability to copy (or set globally) from one activity to another. I have the same receiver use case described in this thread.

It's been a few years and after the reading the manual and playing around with the UI I am wondering if this is possible yet?

My use cases are as follows:

1) I have two physical receivers that are the same exact model - one for each of two rooms.

2) Within each room the receiver is used on most / all of the activities.

I'd like to create a default action panel design such that it is possible to use the design to control the two separate physical devices from multiple activities in each room. Customization at the device or activity level would be nice too.

I don't want to solution here but in my mind I think of it as having a device type and then instances of the device type. Basic Fruit -> Orange, Fruit -> Apple object-oriented semantics.

- Device Type: Denon AVR-X4300H. At this level I could set a default action panel design.
- Device Instance 1: Family Room Denon AVR-X4300H. At this level I would inherit the device type default action panel design but could, optionally, customize it for the Famil...

2018

Question: Is there any way to get the Lyngdorf MP-50 AVR driver made for Simple?

http://lyngdorf.com/mp-50/
http://lyngdorf.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/MP-50-External-Control-Manual-March-2018.pdf

thanks in advance

Staff response: Looks very easy to add one-way control with the DDK:

To add a full-fledged receiver like that with full two-way control would need internal software support and we do not have a test unit which would be required to add such support.

Adding a receiver is a very involved operation. We would need one locally.

2018

Question: I have a project that Blasters (wifi or ethernet) are not showing up as available devices. I see them on a network scan and can log into them to see the IR set up is correct. Manual entry with the IP address and using port 4998 (IR) is not working either. I do not see any router settings (Fios) that would be causing this.

Staff response: Try a Fixed-IP or at least Reserve it's IP inside the Router-config.

a user reply makes it sound like FIOS Residential-Gateway is somehow selectively limiting network traffic, even on the "safe side" of the Router's firewall. That is sometimes a disadvantage of these all-in-one residential gateways.

2018

Hi,
I recently purchased the Axiim Q UHD for my WISA compatible speakers and I'm having difficulty with getting it to work thru ip Control.

I, had a driver written and all the commands do work, BUT I can submit only one command successfully to the unit and then it locks up and will not accept any more commands. Using a terminal session (no driver, just trying to talk to the Axiim directly from laptop) I can get all commands to work, but only one per session. I have to close session and reopen.

Could you please point me in the direction of someone that could further help me with this?

Where did you find the protocol ? I have a test unit and am willing to give it a try

Hey Mehuneau,
I just saw this..do you still need the codes?

Thanks I got them.

2018

Guide and discussion for selecting appropriate hardware devices to run the Roomie Remote hub, including recommendations and tradeoffs.

2017

I have a PTZ camera (Hikvision DS-2DE4220-AE) that supports an API. Some of the API commands use the GET method (e.g. reboot) but some require a url PUT to work (e.g. repositioning the camera). From what I can tell the SimpleControl url commands only support GET. Is there a way to support PUT methods with a SimpleControl url command?

Staff response: The DDK provides a sample that shows how to use any HTTP method you'd like.

2017

Getting used to version 5 and so far all is good. Some thoughts......

On the sky physical remote ( which is for a pace satellite box) there is a large Button called SKY ( funnily enough) which will always take you back to the full screen active channel whether your in the guide, planner or wherever. This does not seem to exist on the Virtual remote in V5 and the only way to get back seems to me the Menu button which takes you back through the info section -- I added this function manually in version 4 but we currently can't do that in V5. Would be great if this could be added to the default pace remote in V5
Whilst on the subject of editing remotes, my main use was to add channel specific buttons for sky channels ( we don't have programme guides available in New Zealand) so I could just click one button and be taken straight to specific channel -- sky's favourites options take an almost laughably large number of clicks to achieve the same thing.

One final thought on the apple TV (4th Gen) remote... unless I'm missing something the option to skip track forward when listening to music is hidden in the apple TV sub menu when more logically it would be on the main action panel as part of the play controls.

Lots to like so far and the look is really clean and easy to use on an iPad

Top Job Guys

2017

Community reply: Good Evening
I would like to develop a wall switch that can be programmed to send commands to SimpleControl via IP.
The input could be from physical switches or a touch screen.
I have been thinking of the Raspberry Pi with a PoE input. (I have network cable to each light switch) but could also be connected via wifi
The idea would be that a specific button would be say "Sky TV" which would start the activity Sky TV and then there would also be a room off button.
Can SimpleControl accept IP inputs from a device which is not in their system?
Thank You

Take a look here specifically at the HTTP interface guide. I've used this to send commands from a multi button Insteon switch through my controller and on to Simple Control. Works quite well.

Dave

Community reply: Hi Dave.
Thats going to keep me entertained for many hours!!!!
Thanks!

Community reply: So i have successfully run the GET commands but I'm unable to successfully run any POST commands.

I'm currently running the commands from a MacBook Pro in Terminal. Ultimately will be running from a Arduino but want to get the commands working first!

Good GET Commands that have returned results for my complete set up.
curl -X GET http://192.168.1.11:47147/api/v1/activities
curl -X GET http://192.168.1.11:47147/api/v1/devices

Post commands that I have not had success with

Send Commands
curl -X POST ‘http://192.168.1.11:47147/api/v1/sendcommands' -X POST -d ‘{ "delay"
: "1000", "commands" : [ { "type" : "command", "params" : { "command" : “MUTE” , "device" : “89CBF3F5-8277-4415-98A7-8CA3FE673E82” } }
] }’

{
"status" : "success",
"data" : {
},
"code" : 200 }

Run Acctivity
curl -x POST http://192.168.1.11:47147/api/v1/runactivity -d { “activity_uuid":"553B6548-51A4-40DB-B5AC-95565C139F82" }

{
"status" : “success",
"data" : {
},
"code" : 200
}

Any thoughts on how to get the POST commands working would be greatly appreciated.

Community reply: Afternoon

I'm now able to get the POST commands working from the "Simple REST Client" Plugin on Google Chrome. The data looks like this;

URL - http://192.168.1.11:47147/api/v1/runactivity
Method - POST
Data - {"activity_uuid" : "B3BE9EB5-2771-4FE8-ADD1-A3140B6E01A6" }

URL - http://192.168.1.11:47147/api/v1/sendcommands
Method - POST
Data - {"commands" : [ { "type" : "command", "params" : { "command" : "VOLUME UP" , "device" : "BC5918A0-2B18-4922-82A4-D7CBDA406606" }}]}

Now its down to getting the Arduino the send these commands on to the SimpleHub in the right format when a button is pressed!

Did you get this setup? Ive managed to control my activities in SimpleControl from Home Assistant. However, the devices wont work. with the sendcommands call. It returns Success but nothin...

2017

I want to add a device, a Linn Klimax DSM media server / preamp, to my database. I have read the instructions and have done the following:

1) Created a RoomieCodes.plist file (file won't upload, so I attached as text to this message - very basic file to get started...)
2) Sync'd the file to my iPad via DropBox
3) Added device via manual IP (appears to work, IP & port seem OK)
4) No commands are sent over the network

A few notes:
1) I can access the device directly via telnet, get it to accept and respond to commands
2) I run a packet sniffer and can see the comments from telnet
3) I run a packet sniffer and cannot see anything being sent from my iPad

Any ideas on what I'm doing wrong?

Any help would be greatly appreciated.
joe

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<plist version="1.0">
<array>
\t<dict>
\t\t<key>codes</key>
\t\t<dict>
\t\t\t<key>.POWER STATUS</key>
\t\t\t<string>Action Ds/Product 1 Standby</string>
\t\t\t<key>MUTE OFF</key>
\t\t\t<string>Action Ds/Volume 1 SetMute "0"</string>
\t\t\t<key>MUTE ON</key>
\t\t\t<string>Action Ds/Volume 1 SetMute "1"</string>
\t\t\t<key>POWER OFF</key>
\t\t\t<string>Action Ds/Product 1 SetStandby "0"</string>
\t\t\t<key>POWER ON</key>
\t\t\t<string>Action Ds/Product 1 SetStandby "1"</string>
\t\t</dict>
\t\t<key>method</key>
\t\t<string>lineio-crlf</string>
\t\t<key>brand</key>
\t\t<string>Linn</string>
\t\t<key>cat</key>
\t\t<string>Klimax DSM</string>
\t\t<key>type</key>
\t\t<integer>13</integer>
\t</dict>
</array>
</plist>

This is the format of one of the commands that I'm using to control a Majik DSM;

<string>ACTION Ds/Product 1 SetStandby "0"</string>

It's not a great deal different from yours but it definitely works.

I'm using port 23.

John

2016

Will,

Back in 2015 you mentioned this about the Launchport w/ buttons....

"The LaunchPort does require one of two Lutron systems, either the SmartBridge Pro or Radio RA 2. Both require a Lutron dealer and are not available directly. (Do not confuse the SmartBridge with the SmartBridge Pro.)"

....is that still the case or can I buy use a regular Smart Bridge with the newest update?

Staff response: Definitely still the case. It appears to be quite intentional on their part so I do not imagine that they would change this.

I highly recommend Radio RA 2 personally over the Caséta models. Much better.

2016

Dear Community,

I thought I'd share a solution I recently managed to implement which allows me to monitor the power status of an IR-controlled SetTopBox (Telekom MR-300).

Due to the nature of IR, there's no way to get feedback from the device regarding its actual power state. And in my case, the SetTopBox only supports POWER TOGGLE and does not allow for discrete POWER ON and POWER OFF commands.

While SimpleControl can track the power state of a device which it controls and turns on and off, this obviously can run out of sync if the respective device's power state is altered by some other external event. This is typically the case when SimpleControl is not the only remote being used or just someone physically turning of the device. This can result in SimpleControl executing a POWER TOGGLE command which turns the device off instead of on if the device is actually already on.
To get around this, I use a Global Cache iTach IP2IR device with the GC-SV1 Video Out Sensor connected to the SetTopBox and a SimpleControl Trigger that monitors the state of the Video Sensor. This Trigger then activates/deactivates a Toggle Activity which reflects the power state of my SetTopBox. I then use conditional command execution on the Start and Stop actions of a Remote to conditionally execute the POWER TOGGLE command for the SetTopBox depending on the actual power state of the device. Works just perfectly.

This setup can actually be used to monitor any kind of device that does not provide discrete .POWER STATUS feedback, optionally using the GC-SP1 AC/DC Voltage Sensor.
If anyone is interested in more details about the configuration, I’m happy to share.

Cheers
Alexander

I'd love to see exactly how you did this with the GC sensors. I looked at GC and I'm somewhat confused about what is needed and this cross over cable nonsense they describe.

Hi dgeffs254,

yes, the cross over cable stuff is a bit annoying.

But here's how it works:

The GC iTach IP2IR device has three inputs which can be configured individually, either as IR-OUT, SENSOR-IN, SENSOR-NOTIFY or IR-BLASTER.
I have one of the inputs set to SENSOR-IN and have Video Sensor Cable connected to it. The Video Sensor cable is connected to the Video-Out (Composite) signal of the SetTopBox.
Due to some internal design alterations, GC requires you to use a cross-over cable or simply swapping the wires from the tip and the ring. Since I could find an appropriate pre-built crossover-cable anywhere, I did this myself by cutting the wires apart and attaching a new Stereo jack with the cables swapped. Not nice, but it works.

Hope this help!
Cheers
Alexander

2016

I have never been able to get my Nest Cam working, I created my Nest cloud device and signed in, but any activity I create with a camera just gives me black screen even after clicking the edit button. The documentation is mostly geared towards the thermostat setu, which I do not have.
What I am I dong wrong?

Staff response: That can happen if you only have a NestCam and it has no events. Using Home or System, the video clip of the most recent event displays for NestCam. If you have no events, nothing displays. Using the old Legacy Nest support, a still image of a recent camera status will be displayed (not related to most recent event).

2016

I am having trouble downloading code sets - my ipad does not have any code sets downloaded (0/15). I tap "Update code sets", wait 30 seconds and then reset my ipad but still no luck. the date for the update code sets is Jan 29, 2016.

I have an iphone with simple control, and that has all the code sets downloaded.

Any ideas? :question:

Thanks!!

Staff response: The time on your iOS device is incorrect. It must be within 15 minutes of correct world time or codeset downloads fail.

2016

Everything was working fine with Insteon until yesterday. So I unpaired the account. Now it just gives me an error when I try to pair again.

Staff response: They do look like they're having an outage. We have reported this to them but I'm sure they already knew.

2016

Hi Guys,
sorry if this has already been asked but couldnt find below. Does anyone have the Nexus Player working with Simple Control.
If so is it via IP or IR?

Tempted to get one but would prefer to ask before diving in.

Cheers,
Tim

I have two of them and I havent found a way yet.. thats because its using BT instead of IR or IP control...

BUT!!!!

... just a few weeks ago a new app was reléased.. Android TV remote App... I can now from my iphone control my Nexus player. This means that there SHOULD be an API out there to use for Simple Control.
I hope to hear from the support on this.

2016

Has anyone managed to integrate Doorbird into SimpleControl? Looks like they have an open API and HTML5 Widget. Wanted to find out experiences before i sink too much into this doorbell.

Thanks!
Marc

I have a doorbird, definitely no native support, but it might be possible to open the HTML app within SC in an Activity, but this would only be to open app, I doubt it will auto open in the case of someone ringing the doorbell...

The Doorbird API now includes a Notification Request function, which will send a request to a specified URL when the doorbell button is pressed. Does SimpleControl interpret incoming HTTP requests? If so, it should be possible to have SimpleControl preform some actions when the doorbell is rung, tho I don't know if that could include switching the SimpleControl app to a page with the video stream (I'm still very new to SimpleControl - sorry if I'm barking up the wrong tree here).

Hi All,

I have recently installed the DoorBird D21DKH. It is an excellent IP based solution with 2 x relays for a pedestrian gate and driveway gates. It is working flawlessly on its own app - even anywhere over GSM. Their API does seem thorough (although I am not a programmer). It would be fantastic if Simple Control could show a popover with the door camera feed, an answer and end button, and 2 x door relay buttons. I believe the DoorBird can stream to 8 devices at once but only be answered by one. This would be perfect in a small Simple Control environment.
Any assistance would be most welcome.

Thanks,

The DoorBird video stream is easy to integrate into anything that accepts RTSP. I've used it directly with Simple Control and also used with it SecuritySpy (an NVR application for the Mac).

I have not tried to integrate the DoorBird notification interface.

The limitation is that the DoorBird streaming interface is lower resolution and doesn't provide access to the native higher resolution capability of the camera, so that kinda defeats the benefit of being able to use the DoorBird instead of a regular IP camera for a continuous video feed.

2016

Question: Am I crazy or is the Amazon Echo app missing from the Skills store? Mine stopped working a few days ago, so I deleted it with the intention of restoring it. I went to do that tonight, and darned if I can find it. Appreciate any insight folks may have.

Staff response: Yes, there was some kind of glitch on the Amazon side this week. We finally were able to talk to a Human today and they say the issue is resolved and it's in queue for re-publishing. I'm not sure how long that takes, but presumably it should be back soon. Don't hesitate to continue raising this with Amazon until it reappears of course.

This did come back up early Monday.

2016

Question: How do I add a camera that is not on the list? I have a camera that I would like to use. It is Onvif 2.4. It would be nice to be able to add a generic camera or a general onvif compatible camera.

Staff response: The final screen for every camera allows editing the RTSP URL directly, so in the even you have something not in our library, just add it as anything and edit the final screen to match your camera's RTSP URL.

If you submit the working information to us via supporta user.com, we'll also update our library for it going forward.

2016

Hi there, I have a Bell Fibe 4K box that has a bluetooth button remote. Is there anyway to control this with SimpleControl. This upgrade to Bell Fibe is causing me headaches as I can't control those via IR unless someone know if this receiver has an IR eye somewhere.

Any help would be greatly appreciated.

Thank you!

Did you ever figure this out? Does SC work with bell fibe 4K receivers?

I never got it to work. Let me know if you had any luck with this.

I tried getting a simple Sony IR blaster to work with it and I haven’t been able to.
So I guess this means that you can’t get the bell guide on your simple control app or tune into any channels?

2016

My Sony TV demonstrates a challenge I'm facing for ALL my infrared devices. My question is specific to IR, but not specific to Sony (nor specific to televisions). My "watch TV" activity starts off telling the TV to use external (receiver-powered) speakers, not the TV's onboard speakers. The Activity contains numerous "cursor up" and "cursor enter" etc... commands. The programmed cursor movements have variable results depending upon the initial state of the TV. For example, if the TV speakers are initially off, that changes how you'd move the Sony TV cursor to maintain (keep) the TV onboard speakers off (versus if the TV speakers were initially on). My wife and kids aren't going to know the initial speaker state, nor should they care. How do you deal with this? Is there a way, for example, to tell Roomie "turn TV speakers to external" versus "cursor up", "cursor right" then "cursor enter"?

It's always best to avoid simulated multi-step IR sequences if possible. But that will be purely based upon whether the target device has a discrete way to instruct it to make the change you want. In the case of setting the mode of the TV to use external speakers, even Sony's extended IR set for installers doesn't seem to have that command though a few of the more obscure commands there would be something to experiment with on your model. Part of the best answer here may be based on why the TV is needing that constant reset in the first place. Clearly, Sony does not anticipate that being an issue users have required a command to perform.

2015

Hi,

I am setting up Roomie to be the all-in-one controller for my house.

Controlling the AV equipment is relatively straight forward, however, I want to go a step further and create a pop-up remote for lighting control for each room. I want to use the actual image of the room and touch the respective areas to send commands to my Vera. For example, if I touch the floor lamp on the image, it toggles the state, similarly if I touch the TV it brings up the TV remote, so on and so forth.

Is there any way to do it by uploading images of my rooms to the images folder in Dropbox and using those as custom images/backgrounds on various screens.

Thanks.

Equipment:

- 3 x Vera Edge controlling about 150 Z-wave devices (dimmers, relays, shutters, locks, motion sensors)
- Assortment of AV (Sony, Sonos, Anthem, Golder Ear, Plex)
- IP Cams
- All controlled by multiple iPads. (Just want to customise each lighting control to that room's image) Please help!!

This should be very straightforward. Define a background image for a custom mapped remote. Custom mappings are created via the DDK allowing you to draw the exact locations you want your buttons. Examples and templates are in the DDK:

Roomie Remote Support

You don't need a custom device so just skip to the part about mapped remotes.

2015

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2015

Hi,

I have just bought a Beyonwiz T3 PVR/STB.

It has the ability to be control via IP, it is very similar to a Dreambox STB, but has some extra commands.

I can control my T3 using the Dreambox remote in Roomie via IP.

Does anybody have any details of the Dreambox commands and IP command details (URLs)?

I just wanted to to check if anybody had a T3 setup via IP already or had the details of the Dreambox before I went down the path of working it all out.

Thanks

Shaun

2015

Question: I know this topic has been discussed before, but I still would very much like to have a remote with actual hard buttons. Until that time the wife acceptance factor is going to be zero. I read the thread about the launchport device with buttons. It was almost what I needed. If it had a few (2 or 3) more buttons, wasn't so expensive, and was still a product it would do the job. I understand I can interface game controllers but they just have a bunch of buttons with cryptic icons that would ha...

Staff response: Hardbutton remotes:

Still a generally interesting concept. We've explored some options. Nothing has really come to the forefront yet. When I look at solutions in this space, I'm not yet compelled by any of them. Not that it would cause us to stop looking into this, but my own feeling here is that this decreases about 10% a year in demand. It used to be pretty often people would approach us about this. At CEDIA last month, I encountered exactly one person the entire show with this request. So it's plummeted as the power of touchpad remotes has basically just rolled over hardbutton remotes. Gesture Panels took us a long way toward the goal, but conversely the lack of a Media Guide is becoming a huge issue there. Anyway, yes, still interested in providing a solution here, but this is a rapidly shrinking market segment.

Command/Device HTTP API:

This is coming actually. We're building it for an unannounced third party product anyway, so it will be available in a generalized form in not too long.

Lutron Pico controls us via triggers from a Lutron controller such as Radio RA 2, etc.

Radio RA 2 and Homeworks etc integrate directly. There is no need for HomeKit with such products. The LaunchPort is its own Pico and we integrate with that via those Lutron products. Meanwhile, the SurfaceMount is a direct integration. It is not imitating a Pico, so nothing else is required to integrate.

Can simple control control only the pico on the launch port directly via the hub and control the rest of the devices via homekit?

Sounds possible. As with anything Caséta pre-HomeKit, you'd need to figure out the device ID and button number from the manual manifest the device gives you in order to configure a device trigger for Button Press status.

> Any update on the above? Would really be a great feature to have if we could use existing hard remotes as well.

That path we investigated a year or two ago did not pan out, yet anyway. We're looking at a different and better path. No timeline atm.

iOS game controllers are also compatible:

https://www.macworld.co.uk/feature/ipad/best-ios-controllers-mfi-3621760/

MFi controllers have been compatible for several years. The buttons on any MFi controller are mapped to the current Action Panel or Virtual Remote automatically.

If you have special needs, you can customize to send whatever you want with a Remote Design. The only thing that is "fixed" per se is which button on the Virtual Remote/Action Panel corresponds to which physical button on the MFi controller. You don't need 4.5 to do any of this just swap to Virtual Remote mode if you need to move things around.

Setting up an MFi controller is not something that happens inside the app. Once that is setup, it just works. The mapping of buttons is something that may take some tapping but is fundamentally discoverable as you noticed. Every button is mapped. Joysticks aren't. You can customize every button if neede...

2015

Is the volume feedback for Mirage M-400, Russound C-Series, and Shinybow SB-8804LCM Multizone Amplifiers for RS-232 or Ethernet? Would I be able to assign an amp zone for volume control for all devices? Would the volume slider work like it does with a regular receiver? Any chance to add the RTI multi zone amps as well?

I would also like clarity on multi-zone amp / controller functionality (especially ones with IP support). I just looked at the compatibility list and do not see any updated information on models supported and/or what feedback functionality is offered. Thanks!

I have the russound mca-c5. I have it connected via Ethernet. Yes, you can assign an amp zone to control volume for all devices. The volume slider works like other devices.

Does it also let you control each and every zone differently? Meaning can you create a custom remote with all the zone volume controls on it and have one place to turn them independently up and down?

Yes it lets you control each zone independently. You can turn off/on, set to party mode, change volume and change source for each zone.

You could create a custom remote to control all the zones if you wanted. I would like to see this built in for a future release though.

2015

Hi,

is it possible to open an activity via a URL from other apps? Something like this:

roomie://room/livingroom/activity/startxbox

I have just started using the Roomie remote system this weekend and so far it is great. However I too, would like to be able to open apps like Sonos or Pandora from within the activity.

While I don't have the knowledge or experience on how to do this, I am very willing to try. Is there a tutorial that goes through, step by step, how to do something like this?

Those are unrelated features. The OP request is not a current feature – that would be best in the Feature Requests forum if not already there. The second poster seems to be referencing standard URL Scheme launching which is supported and covered here in the FAQ:

Local Network Control API (HTTP Command Interface)

Why would this not be possible with Roomie Agent's triggers? The URL wouldn't be exactly look like that, but you could trigger the activity.

2015

**Hello Roomie,

At this time is there any way to integrate my Z-Wave Light switches into my Roomie Remote? The WeMo just does not work for me it never stays connected. I have the old Revolv hub (now discontinued) and I would really love to replace it with Roomie what hardware hub do i need to communicate to these devices with Roomie? Will SmartThings work?

Thanks,

Kevin

**The most common Z-wave controller we work with is Vera:

amazon.com/dp/B007005364/?tag=cyphersoft-20

They are well integrated. We recently added door lock support and there are the beginnings of even thermostat support there – not on the level of Nest with a full UI, but the commands are there. Certainly form a light switch perspective, that is the most well integrated. Apparently there is now a Z-wave option for the Universal Devices ISY, so that might also work.

**Thank you, do you guys work with SmartThings? I have heard that the Vera is very hard to use and program? Do I still use your interface to do the programming? How do I pair my switch with the Vera? Can I have the Revolv and the Vera both be paired at the same time? I still have the Revolv and it works well for a few things but I know its discontinued and I would love to replace it with Roomie.

**The Vera is easy to program and if you look on the list of supported devices it is the only Z-Wave controller that natively works with Roomie. You still use the Roomie interface to do the programming and you pair your switches through the Vera device.

2014

**Hi Guys, just trying to control a TV via serial control. I have used the DDK many times but mainly for ir control and creating my own command setups. I'm now trying to create the serial codes for a TV but having issues.

Here Here is a link to a copy of the .plist I'm working on.

The codes given by the manufacturer are in Hex and if I input them into iTest they work fine, just having issues getting the correct format or data into the .plist file. For those that have a look a sample code looks like this" A0 F0 55 FF AE 51 ". Like I say, in iTest it works fine when I hit the hex send button, just not sure how to get roomie to understand it. In the .plist, it is the device called TileVision TV26FR2.

Any help is much appreciated.

**It looks like you're trying to send binary commands, but your commands are formatted as ASCII. Just rewrite:

A0F055FFAF50

As:

\\xA0\\xF0\\x55\\xFF\\xAF\\x50

**Hi there, I did also try adding the x before each part but this made the actual buttons on the test remote dissapear....

**Sounds like bad formatting that caused the whole file to be rejected. Try attaching that version so we can see what was done.

**Sorry for the delay, I had bad wifi signal and couldn't get my laptop to work. Coincidently I think this was also causing issues with roomie as once I got a better signal and re saved the .plist file all seemed to work using x in front of each part of the hex command. Looks like the file was becoming corrupt some how.

Thanks anyway for the help.

2014

**I'm sure you're busy with 3.0 just hitting the app store, but I'm having an issue getting Nest to work correctly. I add the Nest and link the account, which clearly works as it sees both my Nests and their associated names. However, the temperature isn't changing through Roomie. Not sure what the issue is. I've tried adding and removing a few times with no luck.

Side node, it took some fiddling for me to get the Apple TV working but once I did it's MUCH better than via IR. I always had some small command delay with IR and its completely gone now that I'm controlling via IP. Very pleased.

**Try reloading the Activity or power cycling the device. Some kind of timing issue when initially adding it as a device perhaps.

**I have the same issue with Nest. Seems like the temperature is not updating real time. A change in set temperature has to be made before the current temp is updated, and occasionally that doesn't work either.

**We did just resolve an issue setting the target temperature of Nest systems set to single mode (eg. cool only instead of heat and cool). The codes have been updated to correct that. No software update is needed.

Just tap "Update Code Sets" and wait about 30 seconds. Then power cycle your iOS device (or use the app bar to force quit Roomie) and then reopen Roomie and it should work fine.

**Awesome. Thanks guys, will try this later tonight.

2014

**Roomie Remote 3.0 will be released sometime in the next month or so on the App Store. This note previews some of the packaging and pricing improvements we're making this year.

The core app maximum device count has increased from 2 to 3. The room limit has been removed. This upgrade is retroactive to current purchases.

All TV and Media Guides for all countries and products are now part of the Roomie Service. New purchases no longer include guides. Purchases of Roomie prior to the release of 3.0 without the Roomie Service do retain the current 4 hour guide support in 3.0 so no change if you have already purchased Roomie.

One new pack is added:

• 10 Device Pack - $19.99 US: Adds an additional 10 Devices. The first purchase of a 10 Device Pack provides a free month of the Roomie Service with any new subscription to the 6 month plan.

Two packs are retired, but unchanged for all existing purchases:

• Home Theater Pack: The functionality provided by this pack is now provided by the 10 Device Pack that can be purchased up to 4 times after which the device limit is disabled. The room limit has been removed from the base app.


• Agent Management Pack: The functionality provided by this pack is now included in the Roomie Service. Roomie Agent increases from $19.99 to $29.99 on release of Roomie 3.0.

Upgrade FAQ

Does this mean if I purchase the Home Theater Pack today before 3.0, I will not need to purchase a 10 Device Pack later?

Yes, though you also wont get the a free month of the Roomie Service in that scenario. Whether one is more valuable to you probably depends on whether you plan to use more than 13 devices.

I just bought the Agent Management Pack and Roomie Service, what does this mean for me?

Today, the Agent Management Pack is $9.99 and Roomie Agent is $19.99. After release of Roomie 3.0, Roomie Agent is $29.99 and Agent Management Pack is included with the Roomie Service. Assuming one has the Roomie Service, the price going forward is effectively the same, we're making it simpler by reducing the number of items that need to be purchased. The Roomie Service is not required for Agent Management if you currently have the Agent Management Pack.

If I buy Roomie Agent today, is there an upgrade fee associated with a new version when 3.0 is released?

The upcoming upgrade to Roomie Agent associated with the release of Roomie 3.0 is a free upgrade. The price is only changing for new purchases to simplify the number of items that need to be purchased.

How are devices counted by the 10 Device Pack?

When you add devices to Roomie, each line in the device list is one device. Receivers are always added per zone. If you control 2 separate zones of a single physical receiver, that is 2 devices. Each device controlled by an infrared adapter is a device.

Many cases exist where devices are consolidated into one device in Roomie, these are usually hubs or controllers for other sets of devices. Lighting systems such as Hue, Lutron, Insteon, and others are all considered one device no matter how many lights are controlled. Roomie 3.0 also introduces support for Nest thermostats. In that scenario, all thermostats are considered one device per Nest account. If you have 5 thermostats on one Nest account, that's still just 1 device in Roomie. Again, if you look at your device list in Roomie today, that is exactly how it is counted.

Note that the same device added multiple times in different rooms counts as a separate device. We recommend referencing the same device one time in your configuration. Roomie can easily reference devices between rooms so there is no reason to have the same device listed in multiple rooms.

2014

**Do you have a log in for professional installers , that would like to store set up files ( via drop box ) for clients, and pay for the apps on behalf of clients .

**We recommend a shared Dropbox for that purpose. It does not have to be the customer's personal Dropbox in other words. It just needs to be a Dropbox shared between you and the customer. Turning on Poll Dropbox then ensures that any change you make to that configuration will automatically be reflected on the customer's devices.

You definitely would not want to purchase the apps for the customer. They would then be unable to update the apps and all sorts of other problems with that approach. In all types of installs, apps should be associated with the end user's Apple ID (and thus purchased via that Apple ID).

Roomie Agent can also be used to PIN-lock end-user devices or deploy configuration updates to all devices.

**Question about dropbox polling. if Auto polling is enabled, does it track the power state of devices?

**Polling is a one-way mechanism. Power state changes are very temporal and not the kind of thing you'd want to synchronize through Dropbox which is best viewed as a Backup solution. Power state changes are best handled via synchronization. Polling Dropbox is mainly for cases where an integrator modifies your configuration remotely and want to have all of your Roomie clients update to the latest configuration automatically. The Synchronization FAQ goes into detail on this:

Roomie Remote Support

2014

I am running the "Server" app for my Mavericks install on a Mac Mini connected via ethernet. I have successfully set up the VPN to use roomie outside of my network. I have enabled both PPTP and L2TP. Since the FAQ states you recommend PPTP, is there any technical reason roomie would behave better or worse if I just use L2TP?

Roomie Agent and VPN - I have noticed that the device connected via the VPN does not show up in Roomie Agent... only the devices that are connected within the wireless LAN on site. Is this expected, or are there any other ports I need to open for the remote devices (connected via the VPN) to show up? (Maybe it's because Roomie Agent uses multicast to display connected devices?)

Thanks again for a great product!

L2TP probably isn't going to have any impact on multicast. To get everything that is dependent on multicast like device discovery and agent commands, you would need to route multicast packets over the VPN. Both PPTP and L2TP are likely to be configured by default not to route multicast packets.

There are exceptions to that for Agent. For instance, viewing the screen of the OS X device is unicast now. The next version makes sure normal agent commands like .APPLICATION LAUNCH are also sent unicast.

2014

According to the compatibility list, it has to be manually setup using port 1024, which I have done, but I'm not getting any response from the device and the command log shows the commands in Red. Is this the correct port number?

Hello

I am sure you already did all this, but in case :slight_smile:
- you need to go to your setting on the Mede8er and check the IP address and port number
- you need to activate the remote ip control in the settings of your mede8er
- on Roomie, add device and enter manual the IP of your mede8er and port is 1024
That's it, you should be able to control your Mede8er

Beware that the IP control does not switch on the mede8er, it can switch it off but not ON, I have opened a feature request on the forum to ask for this feature. In the meantime, I let the Med8er switched on all day/night.. not very nice I know
I use Roomie to switch on all devices (except Mede8er) and use the M8jukebox to navigate my movies. One day, maybe, we will be able to embed several apps in an IPAD

Hope this helps

Ports mentioned: 1024

2014

I'm customizing my Apple TV remote, and the section immediately beneath the directional pad seems to serve no purpose with the Apple TV. (For clarification, it's the section that, with other devices, such as a DirecTV receiver, displays the current channel and programming.)

So far, when editing any remotes (not just for the Apple TV), that section doesn't seem to be listed among the among the various elements one can include or exclude. But when it's not needed, it occupies precious screen-space.

Is it possible to remove it?

Actually that section very much serves a purpose. That is where the feedback from iTunes relative to your Apple TV is displayed. The whole section is removed if you don't configure an associated iTunes device for your Apple TV Activity.

Thanks! I almost never play iTunes via the AppleTV, so I didn't recall its use of that section.

That said, you just gave me an idea that might be revolutionary... :-)

On any virtual remote, what if we could tap and hold (for, say, 2 seconds) the upper left corner of any section (as defined by the rounded-rectangle boundary) to collapse that section from view?

This would allow us to hide sections we don't need for that activity — without having to literally edit and save a whole new remote design. The design would remain intact, but any collapsed section(s) would remain so for that activity (persisting even after switching to other activities) until re-revealed.

On the iPhone especially, with its smaller screen, this would be phenomenally useful!

Tap-and-hold would allow implementation without having to clutter the interface with a disclosure triangle or similar. It would also minimize accidental triggering when simply scrolling.

I've attached a crude mock-up of what I'm describing — before and after collapsing a section.

(Although the collapsed section occupies a small amount of space, it'd be important to have some sort of visible reminder that a collapsed section exists. Of course, a solution that takes up no space would be even better — but that would require a disclosure triangle or something. This was just a quick-and-dirty proof of concept made from your existing design elements.

I hope you see the additional value and benefits this functionality would add to Roomie. :-)

Thanks!

2014

Please, add the ability to pair RoomieRemotes and Roomie Agent. Have discovered that Roomie will sync with any RoomieRemote. This means that the newest setup is propagated to each RoomieRemote installation. Regardless if the user wants that or not.

Example:
Have RoomieRemote installed and setup for my home on my iPad. I go to a friends home with my iPad. My friend also has an iPad with RoomieRemote setup for their home. My iPad joins my friends WiFi network. Now, whomever has the oldest RoomieRemote setup will have their setup changed to the newest setup. So if my RoomieRemote was edited yesterday and my friends was edited last week. My friend will lose their setup and have my setup installed on their iPad.

The only workaround for this issue is to backup after every edit of RoomieRemote. That way the setup can be restored.

At some point in the past those were the same configuration. If for instance your configuration had synchronized to your friends iPad and then his configuration was created by deleting your rooms and then adding new rooms, it is still the same configuration so it will synchronize.

To create a new configuration, use either the "Reset Configuration" button in Settings or delete the app and fresh install. A configuration created in that way will not synchronize with any other configuration. Given that you're now using the same home ID for two completely different configurations, you would want to fix that. Basically, they each need a unique Home ID in Roomie.plist. Support could help you ensure that.

2014

I'm adding a custom device to the RoomieCodes plist file and want to use a graphic of the original remote which will appear on the app when this device is selected. I notice you can do this with a selection of included images for remotes from a selection of manufacturers but not from the device I have (Humax Foxsat HDR Sat receiver).

Can I add an image of the original remote and then assign commands to each button?

Yes, Custom Original Remotes are documented with completely functional samples in the DDK:

Roomie Remote Support

2014

Hi

have anyone who can instruct me for how to create new serial device in the DKK ? or give me a example demonstrates page as below .

device name = Lighting controller
9600,N,8,1
ALL ON code = AE 00 47 1F 1F AC
ALL OFF code = AE 00 47 00 00 AC

Thanks
Huang

The Onkyo Sample Receiver Commands .VOLUME SET example in the DDK is what you want. It's formatted exactly as shown there:

\\xAE\\x00\\x47\\x1F\\x1F\\xAC

Roomie Remote Support

2014

I'm having trouble sorting through longs lists in XBMC. For example, in a list of Movies, to skip down to the first title that starts with "S" you can hold Shift + S on the keyboard. However when using the keyboard Roomie JSON Remote, there is no shift key -- capital letters are sent as if Caps Lock was on. In essence, there is no command for Shift + {a letter}. Is there a good way to sort in XBMC using the upnp server remote used by Roomie?

Doesn't make sense to "type" a letter S when you can just tap the letter "S" in the XBMC guide for Roomie and jump right to it.

There are situations where using the shift+letter is preferable to the media guide. One is when you need to resume an existing movie or tv show which is not supported in the current media guide.

2014

I am considering purchasing this app, but I just wanted some clarification about device compatibility. I can imagine it's pretty straight forward to wake up and control a TV that is connected with a physical ethernet cable nowadays, but do these TVs support waking up the TV and controlling it over WiFi? I don't have an ethernet jack near my TV, so any smart TV I use will be connected over Wifi.

Thanks!

It's a good question and one that does sometimes need clarification and does have special cases.

Wherever we are aware of it, we have made explicit notation on this topic on the IP Compatibility page. For instance, Panasonic's 2012 and 2013 GT/VT series is IP Controllable, but requires Ethernet for Wake on LAN.

Meanwhile, Sony's 2013+ televisions can be awakened just fine via either Wi-Fi or Ethernet.

So the question is very much manufacturer specific and we recommend always checking the IP Compatibility list first.

2014

Question: Hooray!

Just saw the new version is live in the App Store. anyone tried it yet?

Staff response: There is one known issue so far. That is on systems set to an iOS language that is not one we localize into. So anything set to English, German, Spanish, or French is fine. There is then a list of about 12 languages that will crash at launch, and everything else is also fine. The known languages with issues are Danish and Greek. We don't need a complete list. This will obviously be fixed in a quick maintenance release. We believe this issue is also iOS 8 only. Switching the language to English, German, Spanish, or French resolves the issue completely.

The spacing with long room names for the buttons has indeed been enlarged in 3.0.1.

Note that with Apple TV, we now present commands that simply do not exist on the metallic image remote, so we felt it was better not to present that as an option as quite useful commands like the Home button would not be available there.

iPhone 6/6 Plus screen resolution support has of course been finished quite a while during the wait for Apple to approve 3.0.0. It looks really great. Some of the screenshots on the features page are taken from the iPhone 6 Plus rotated into landscape with a special layout we created for that:

The language issue is resolved now. 3.0.1 is live only 28 hours later thanks to the App Store folks.

This also allowed us to accelerate a few other items including full support for iPhone 6 and 6 Plus resolution, full width Activity size to fit, and a few other fixes/improvements.

Version 3.0.2 is now live in the App Store with the previously announced fixes. The wait time for that was 11 calendar days, it is taking quite a while for Apple to approve apps lately no doubt due to the iOS 8 surge.

The following is the current change log for the next release, 3.0.3:

• Optimizations to panning/swiping between Activities/Virtual Remote/Guide so that it is now perfectly smooth.


• Fixed incorrect command for Apple TV IP assigned to STOP button by default.


• Fixed over-aggressive discovery of LG products.


• Power Off button now has a reddish hue.


• Improvements to sizing of panels on different screen sizes in particular iPhone 6/Plus.


• Several fixes to Proximity Automation. Many Proximity features such as Room Detection and Proximity Actions should now work much better when the app is in the background.


• Nest thermostat celsius-specific visual improvements.


• Fixed Room navigation bar to show custom room images properly.


• Fixed appearance of list buttons on the Virtual Remote on iPhone 6/Plus.


• Fix for timing issue with multiple commands after a Delay All Devices command.


• Plex Media Server is now independently auto-discovered to enable using it on a separate box from Plex Home Theater for the Plex Media Guide.


• Fixed inconsistent behavior in Airplay button.


• Fixed crash if Override Volume was active and volume...

  2014

I hear that plex media guide has been integrated into version 3.0?

I have a Mac mini running plex server and a jail broken ATV2 used as a client connected to my tv. Can anyone recommend how to setup roomie to control this arrangement and get the plex media guide?

• Make sure Plex Media Server 0.9.9.14.531 is installed together with Plex Home Theater 1.2.2.331 on your Mac Mini.
  
• Add Plex Home Theater as a new device in Roomie.


• Activate the Roomie Service.


• Open the default Activity created by Roomie for Plex. Make sure Movies and TV Shows have been loaded into your PHT via PMS to show content in the guide.

The exact versions above are the latest versions and known to work. It's probably more flexible than that, but at this point there's no reason to support any older Plex.

Do I follow the same instructions for setting this up with a PC based plex deployment?

Yes. Note that we definitely support music as well and we believe that running Plex Media Server on a different machine should work fine as long as Plex Home Theater is the device added to Roomie.

In support, we've encountered some people with local firewall issues as well. Make sure your Plex Media Server is open on the standard port 32400 from Roomie.

Hi there,

I have a follow-up question related to these instructions. I am running the Plex MS and the Plex HT application on the same computer. However, when I try to add Plex control as a new Roomie device, I am only able to add the server, not the HT application. I tried to add Plex HT manually using the IP address and port 3005, but was given an error message saying Roomie was forbidden from receiving feedback from Plex. Is there a setting in Plex (either the MS or HT app) that I need to change to make this work? Or do I need to do something different in Roomie?

Thank you!

Yes, the "Allow Control" options must be turned on in Plex settings per the Device Compatibility list:

Device Compatibility

Since our earlier post, the versions have changed in minor numbers but otherwise is the same. We also added in 3.0.4 the ability to use a Plex Media Server on a different machine from PHT. In that scenario, add PMS to Roomie as a separate device type Auxiliary -> Plex -> Media Server. There is no need for that if you run PMS on the same machine as PHT.

ok, you confused me. I am about to set this up.

So, if PMS and PHT are on different machines, which is added to Roomie 3.0.4?

You previously said the PHT, now you say the PMS.

If and only if you use PMS on a separate machine from PHT, add PMS as its own device (Auxiliary -> Plex -> Media Server) in addition to PHT. (2 devices)

In the normal case where they're on the same machine, just add PHT via auto-discovery as usual. (1 device only.)

2014

Hi,

I'm trying to integrate a Gefen matrix switch with my setup and I feel I have a good grasp on Roomie concepts, the plist format and I have good documentation from Gefen describing all of the matrix commands. I am able to control the switch via telnet commands; I have been able to back up and restore and add the matrix device and commands; I am able to test the remote on the new device.

However I'm struggling to figure out why my configuration file doesn't actually work.

It would be extremely helpful to have more examples in the DDK. The DDK appears to suggest looking at more examples as it says the following:

Before crafting your own command names for commands not mentioned above, we recommend looking through similar devices in Roomie for appropriate command names. Roomie keys off many different command names for many different types of devices for remote formatting purposes, feedback, and other functionality.

The command names referred to there are listed under Page 10 of the DDK under the topic Reserved Command Names.

Thanks for the quick reply. I see those specific commands.

My question/request is more general though - it would be extremely helpful to have a smattering of different examples from different products you have already integrated to give us more clues of how to integrate different types of devices.

Successful examples can be very informative. All I have right now for IP is the one example provided in the DDK and my non-working matrix plist :frowning:

Could you help with maybe a couple more IP examples - for example I think it would help me to see the Atlona IP matrix control plus a UDP example. I have no idea whether I'm encoding the UDP commands appropriately.

Thanks again -apri

I agree! More examples are a big help! Even if they are examples based on the items that are currently supported!

I would love to get some examples. I am playing with the Wink API now and would love to get a better understanding of integrating Wink into Roomie. It would be awesome if I could get the Vera system as an example.

2014

Post:
Okay, I purchased this app for iOS and all the in-app purchases as well.

It works well about 70% of the time for my networked TV (Samsung, no power on) and Denon (fails on all audio mode changes, and some other secondary commands).

For XBMC, it doesn't work at all. It sees all my XBMC instances, seems to connect, but doesn't control anything. I'm using OpenElec builds, the most recent Frodo releases.

For MythTV, it doesn't seem to have an IP module for this. Am I missing something? Is this something I can build an IP module for myself?

Thanks in advance for any help!

Post:
It works perfectly for my Raspberry Pi raspbmc (xbmc).

Your Samsung, how old is it? I have one that Roomie discovers, but is too old to be controlled reliably. (2010 model) I use IR with it.

Post:
My samsung is a 2010, possibly 2011 (I don't totally remember - I can check model number when I get home).

For XBMC - is there anything special I need to do? I assume that if the control codes are showing blue (instead of red) that Roomie at least thinks it's successful?

And still hopeful for MythTV - anyone?

Post:
If you're using XBMC on Linux or Mac OS, you'll need to enter it via Manual IP using the port shown on the Webserver configuration screen in XBMC.

Please send support requests to support@roomieremote.com.

Post:
That's weird - I'll try when I get home, but it shows the right IP address in the "Roomie" remote screen, and there's no indication of a connection failure.

I'll post back tonight, but my guess is that will make no difference (I hope I'm wrong).

Post:
Well gosh, that worked. I needed to pick JSON, but it works now. Thanks!

Post:
My Samsung is a 2010 and shows, but cannot be controlled. It is not listed in the roomie compatability list either :frowning:

Good on the XBMC. BTW, my Rasp BMC system was discovered just fine by Roomie, and it does run on Debian Linux

Post:
My XBMCs are discovered just fine, but apparently I need to enter the information manually, versus picking them from the list. Weird.

2013

Post:
I have an Xtreamer Ultra with Windows 8 on it, running XBMC (among other apps).

No matter how I configure iTach it doesn't power up the Xtreamar, nor control it - for example the arrow keys.

I have the original remote which works fine. Also I have a generic remote for windows media center which works fine and turns on the xbmc (and control the arrow keys).

I was trying to configure it as Xtremer - All Models, Microsoft Media Center (all 3 options), but with no luck.

Nothing works, except for the Windows Media Center (Original) which doesn't turn on the Xtreamer, but is able to control windows keys (like arrows, enter, backspace) - only once for each key - I can move the arrow right, but only once. After that I can use another key and than right will work again. THIS IS ODD I know.

My TV and Cable were both configured on IR port 3. All sit side by side. Working great. I'm also able to control XBMC via IP once the Xtreamer is on...

I also tried to change the Repeats interval, and switched from IRBlasters to a standard one on a different port - nothing helped.

I also tried the learning function. was able to learn commands from teh cable remote which worked, but this Xtreamer power on command, even when learned, was not working.

I'll appreciate your help.

Thanks,

Brokoly

Post:
The key issue is covered in the FAQ:

Roomie Remote Support

Turning off the debounce may impact the power issue as well. It would be worth re-running your tests after fixing that. We don't know how Xtreamer differs their commands from WMC beyond that. You may want to contact their support.

Post:
Thanks for the fast reply.

I don't believe it is related to the OS installed on the device, as this is the power on button that is not working.

In addition, the original Xtreamer remote and another generic windows media center are working fine - turning on the Xtreamer - so i don't have much to tell Xtreamer support - the Xtreamer is working fine.

it is quite odd, I agree. Everything else is working with the iTach/Roomie remote - all but the power of the Xtreamer.

Post:
The problem of windows media center remote working every second click - was indeed solved by changing the configuration in the registry for Toggle Codes.
It didn't solve Xtreamer Ultra power on problem.
I was also not able to learn the power off command from within Roomie.
Luckily, I was able to use iLearn which I downloaded from iTach and add this command using Roomie DDK as a custom device.
It works now!!!
For future users, this is the plist I created:


<plist version="1.0">
<array>
<dict>
<key>codes</key>
<dict>
<key>XtreamerON</key><string>36000,%d,1,96,32,16,16,16,16,16,32,16,32,48,32,16,16,16,16,16,
16,16,16,16,16,16,16,16,16,16,16,16,16,16,
16,32,16,16,16,16,16,16,16,16,32,16,16,16,
16,16,16,32,32,16,16,16,16,16,16,16,16,16,
16,32,16,16,32,16,16,16,3612</string>
</dict>
<key>method</key>
<string>gc</string>
<key>brand</key>
<string>Xtreamer</string>
<key>cat</key>
<string>Ultra</string>
<key>type</key>
<integer>13</integer>
</dict>
</array>
</plist>

2013

**Hi Roomie!

I have been playing with changing the background image on my customised remotes, however with varying level of success:

* Somtimes no change is reflected (possilby the image is small and sitting behind the remote template?)

* The background image is replaced sucessfully in both portrait and landscape modes

* The background image is updated, but it does not fill the whole screen (or fills the 'ipad' screen but not the full remote when you scroll down).

I have looked but not seen any guides on standard resolutions - but have been using iPad HD background images so expect this would be plenty large enough?

I have also ensured they are converted to .png files, although they do show in my custom collection when .jpg or *.png.

Can you please let me know if I need to look for a minimum size image or if I'm doing something wrong - particualry when 'no' image appears after applying a custom background?

Thanks!

**Using an iPad screen size image will only work if your Virtual Remote is only that big. If your Virtual Remote is 3000 pixels high (with scrolling), you would need a 3000 pixel high image. The iPad screen size is 1024x768. There is no "correct" size because it depends on the size of your Virtual Remote.

No image is either that it is way too small, or uses the wrong format. Formats are discussed in the FAQ:

Roomie Remote Support

**Thanks Roomie. I might being a bit thick but how then do you know the pixel size of each Virtual Remote?
I had referred to the FAQ and again confused on how one works out the correct size per the statement "Once you have the images you need in the proper format and size".

I've got all images as PNG format and I understand the setup for Retina display, but that is not what I'm trying to achieve (just yet!).

**The size of your Virtual Remote is indeterminate. And you might change or add to it at anytime. So just overcompensate in the vertical. If you know it's always going to be small, you can just go with screen size. Otherwise, to handle even very large Virtual Remotes go with a vertical of 2000 or 3000 perhaps. It's up to you.

**Thanks but how can a virtual remote be so large - as in to allow 2000 or 3000 pixels high. Even a Desktop image is only 1920x1280 pixels for HD quality. I have an image this size which did not even appear when applied, yet I had another image of 1024 x 1024 pixels and it worked (just a little short on one side). Do dimensions matter (square vs rectangle images)?

**Virtual Remotes scroll. They can be as tall as you want them to be. Horizontal dimensions would never need more than 1024 as VRs grow vertically.

2013

**I'm very excited to hear about the use of MCE with roomie! Is there any documentation on how I get it working?

kevin

**Hey I was just about to start a thread on this.

I'm totally confused about how to get the mouse/keyboard working.

**Note that if you are using a custom command set, you would need to update your command set with the enclosed .MOUSE commands. Just add each .MOUSE line at the top to your version to enable the mouse control.

When you have the correct commands in your set, or if you're using the defaults, just tap the screen button at the top of the Virtual Remote to activate mouse control mode.

**thank you for the response but im not sure what I have to do with that file can you give me a little bit more on how to make this work?

**If you've never used the custom code set from support before, then you wont need it to get mouse support working. Just add it the usual way as per the IP Compatibility list.

The file above is just to help the many users to whom we've provided that command set in the past an easy way to update their custom commands for MCE Controller.

**That is VERY COOL. Thanks for implementing that!

2013

**Tried and failed miserably last night to use the iTach Flex and tri-port with a dual IR emitter from SnapAV (customer has 4 IR-only devices). Are there any other dual emitters that are known to work well? I see the Xantech 286D on Roomie's Amazon site, but do not know whether it works well with the Flex, or just with the regular iTach.

**I spoke with tech support over at Global Cache re: splitting the beam; they suggested getting an IR emitter with no blink; this way it should still have enough juice to run both devices. You can find such an animal over at SmartHome.com (dual spitter is pn-8171S, single emitter is pn-8170S) -- unfortunately, they don't sell mono y splitters; I had to order one off Amazon (pn-IR9324G). The tech recommended no more than two emitters per port, though.

I'll post again once I actually have the items and get a chance to try them out.

-g-

PS -- if you do have an iTach IP2IR (black and red box, ethernet) and are having issues with the blaster's range give Global Cache a call at 541-899-4800 -- they can walk you through determining if yours is part of a batch that need to be swapped out. Cheers!

**Thanks for the info, garisimo! I'll try a few different brands. As you alluded, the SnapAV dual has a feedback light, so that might be the culprit. I just don't want to go to either full IR distribution block or another iTach Flex for just one too many devices.

**As an update to the blaster issue, I received the replacement from Global Cache and it works great -- I can control equipment across the room, now. As to the splitter with the dual emitters, I will post later when I have a chance to set it up.

Cheers!

-g-

**Splitter is set up with one ir to the ATV, the other to a fan; works great!

-g-

**Xantech 286D does indeed work well with the Flex. Also tried successfully with no-name IR emitters (no visible feedback) with Radio Shack mono splitter.

2013

**Hi,

I live in a country where the channel guide is not supported. I need to create a screen when watching tv with my own channel logos and ir commands. for e.g. CNN is on channel 69 so I want to have the CNN logo with IR commands 6 and 9 programmed.

Please advise if that is possible and if so then how to go about it.

Also, please let me know how to disable the builtin channel guide.

Thanks & Regards,

**Disabling the built-in guide is part of the Guide Settings at the top of the Guide. You can turn it off per-activity.

The best way to do what you want right now is to create an Activity called Channels perhaps and put all your favorite channel buttons there on a custom Remote Design. Version 1.8 has a new feature called Popup Activities that will make that smoother as well. Tentatively, we're hoping to include extensive guide channel customization in version 1.9, but that's a ways away, so we'll see.

**Ok Thanks. One other question is that I am confused by the delay in command. Lets say that I have 2 commands. Power on and Input 1. I want to send the power on command right aways and then wait 2 seconds to send the input 1 command. I have tried and seen differing results. Please let me know what is the best way to do this.

Regards,

**Assuming the commands are targeted for the same device, you would just set Delay Next Command for the POWER ON command to 2 seconds.

**Ok. Thanks

**The guide customization sounds great. I have most of the channels with real info and guide now from different operator. in the future I would liike to change numbers and add a feed in other channels and information.

2013

**I’m getting no response when connecting iTach to the rear IR port on Velodyne-DD10. With the blaster it works fine. I’ve tried both mono and stereo cables but no success. On the Velodyne home page they state “ Velodyne has tested and verified the IR input jack compatibility with the Xantech and Elan brand products”

Maybe the iTach isn’t compatible with the Velodyne rear IR port? My receiver and DVD are ok with rear IR ports. Anybody here using the iTach with the Velodyne rear IR port?

**Sounds like that may be a Xantech style port. You might want to try the GC-CGX cable with it. You might also ask Global Caché support if they have any support records of that device needing the GC-CGX cable.

**Thank you for the reply. I Googled the cable and found a post on Avsforum in the official Velodyne support thread (page 284 if anybody is interested). The question is if Global Cache GC-CGX converter cable is usable with signals from an Itach IP-IR.

Strangely, the answer from Velodyne support is: “The Digital Drive series subwoofer's IR input connector is not compatible with Xantech or other brands. It is a proprietary remote eye accessory available from Velodyne.”

Further down the tread he follows up with:” The external remote eye is available from Velodyne, but is nothing more than an external IR sensor with a long cable. The idea being if your subwoofer was placed someplace that prevented the integrated IR sensor from easily detecting the remote, you could place this sensor near the rest of your gear then run the cable to the subwoofer.”

I don’t get it. Velodyne FAQ explains this IR port to be compatible with Xantech and Elan brand products. This guy however claims it’s not compatible with anything other than a proprietary IR sensor.

I think I’ll be using one of the IR emitters on the sub.

2013

My FIOS DVR(QIP-7232) has a remote IR input jack. Can I run a cable from iTach directly into the IR input jack?

Thanks...

Here is some info I found on my question:

In order to know if the connecting block input is directly compatible with our IR output, you will need to find the specifications for the input jack on your hardware. In order to safely connect our output to any IR input, you will need to make sure that any voltage supplied by the Verizon input jack is isolated out, so as to prevent any voltage from being applied to our connector from the outside. Also, the input voltage threshold must match our output voltage in order for the device to respond to the commands. If the input threshold for the device is a 12V threshold, then you will need to use a conversion cable to change our output voltage to a 12V signal. This cable is called the GC-CGX cable, and should be available at any Global Caché distributor. I have provided a link to our sensors and cables available on the website below. Please let us know if you have any further questions.

Person that this reply waa aimed at tried it and it does not work in that application. It is designed to accept ir cmds from a remote ir receiver(like I have on my bedroom fios box.

2013

Managed to find the translated codes on the internet. But how do I import this into the roomieremote software?

The code is 56 bits, decoded into the following 7 bytes (in hexadecimal).

02 20 d0 84 30 31 55 – on/off
02 20 d0 84 30 21 45 – fan speed 1
02 20 d0 84 30 22 46 – fan speed 2
02 20 d0 84 30 23 47 – fan speed 3
02 20 d0 84 30 40 24 – timer cancel
02 20 d0 84 30 41 25 – timer 1hr
02 20 d0 84 30 43 27 – timer 3hr
02 20 d0 84 30 46 27 – timer 6hr
02 20 d0 84 30 4e 2a – sleep mode

Source: irq5.wordpress.com/2012/08/11/in ... ls-part-2/

Those aren't usable in any standard form. Roomie will accept numerous formats though. If you can get standard Pronto-style codes, they will paste right in via the DDK:

Roomie Remote Support

2013

My Panasonic SA-BTT490 home theater system has WiFi and the setup can allow remote control connections via IP...like the roomie. And it actually shows up in the device list for IP control.

However, it does not appear to have any commands that can be sent. For instance, what I really want is the discrete commands for INPUT SELECTION. The freakin' remote does not have this. In operation, when one turns it on, the HTS is at the HOME screen--which is like the top-level setup screen. To get to HDMI1 (which is connected to the Zone 4 HDMI output from my SC-67), I have to continually hit the iPod (aka RADIO/EXT-IN) button until HDMI1 appears.

I want the Activity "Watch DVR3" to power the unit on (discrete ON), select HDMI1, turn on Zone 4, and select HDMI3 (DVR3) on the SC-67.

However, this device not show up (yet) on the IP list.

Sometimes our auto-discovery is a bit too accepting and can list devices that are not actually on the supported list:

Device Compatibility

That is the master IP control list. Anything not on it is a gamble at best. (There are devices that work that we don't list as we haven't verified them, but generally the list should be considered the final word.)

You could try to trick it into acting like a Panasonic BD player just to see if it would work, but you certainly wouldn't find input selection commands in that. If those exist, they're much more likely to exist in the infrared set.

Somehow, the codes eventually showed up. However, roomie does not believe it can control the volume. I have checked the command list and there are no volume buttons. I'll have to ping Panasonic to see if (a) they have these controls available via IP; (b) if they have discrete on/off controls; and (c) if the have discrete input select controls.

2013

Okay, I’m hoping someone out there can give me some tips. I’ve successfully set up serial control via my previous RC system (URC/MSC-400/MX-800s).

Now I’m trying to get serial control working with Roomie/iTach. I’m having zero luck. I have an Anthem D2v, but that’s sort of immaterial is that’s just the command set (which I know works since I had to set it up by hand before).

When I try to use Roomie with the iTach Serial/IP, nothing works at all. I see the iTach blink a little on the serial port, so I assume something is being sent, but nothing actually happens on the device.

I tried the built-in Anthem device, and I tried creating my own custom device (which I’ve done successfully before with Roomie with IP devices), but nothing works.

Any guidance, or any way to further diagnose? Can I get some diagnostic information from Roomie or the iTach to see what is being sent and received? Is there any way to open up a RAW connection to the iTach to try sending commands manually, so I can start to narrow down where the problem is?

Thanks in advance for any help

For anyone interested, there's an iTest tool (Mac and PC) that let's you connect directly with an iTach device and send commands of different types (text, binary, hybrid).

globalcache.com/downloads/

Will be testing tonight to narrow the diagnostics path, will post back what I find out.

So my problem was that the serial port had to be at 115200 N81, and the format had to be lineio. I guess I never had that specific combination.

The iTest tool was very helpful as it allowed me to test just the serial port configuration, so I was focused on just a couple of variables at a time.

Will thoroughly test this weekend and report results of stability and accuracy, and if the buffering works well.

Getting closer to completely replacing what now seems like an archaic URC system! I just have to buy 7 x iPods now to replace my remotes...

2013

Hello,

I am having an issue with changing channels from the guide with in roomie remote. Windows media center calls for channels in a xx.x format but roomie just enteres 3 digits. How can this be fixed? I'm using xbox 360 slims as media center extenders to a Windows 7 media center PC. I have the Xbox as the device in the configuration and the default xbox remote assign to the activity.

Another issue is you can only change the channel if you are watch live TV or within the guide. Is there a way to fix this as well? Maybe insert the guide command first then enter the digits xx.x with the decimal point to properly change the channel even within the media center start screen?

Thanks

If you have a provider setup to provide the correct channel numbers with separators, the MCE command set already contains the necessary DIGIT SEPARATOR command that would cause that to work. So either the command set you're using does not support that or the provider you have selected for the guide isn't using those fractional channel numbers.

I found the only device type that works is the Xbox 360. The provider does show the decimal for the channel number. If I choose MCE the remote does not work. The Xbox remote settings are set to both. Has anyone got this to work using the Xbox as an extender and how?
I go to add a command to the XBOX 360 device but dont see teh seperator command. Is there a way to add this to make the XBOX remote send the xx.x format from the guide to chane the media center channels?

2013

I'm trying to add a DVR set top box from Comcast - Motorola RNG200N via IR control. I'm surprised not to see this model listed. I tried the Motorola DVR group, and while it shows the correct remote it doesn't work. Any suggestions?

I wouldn't think I would need to set this up manually for such a common device.

Thanks for your help!

The RNG series is Cisco and Pace. Manufacturers can be confusing in a few of those cases due to acquisitions and rebranding.

Thank you. It is odd since it has the Motorola logo right on the front of the device. But registering it as a Pace device did solve the problem - though there is no original remote like there was for the Motorola.

2013

the two cost the same yet the iTach Wi-Fi to Infrared Adapter comes with a blaster/3x IR and the infra control pack...

why does the flex cost so much more? size ? anything else i'm missing ? hidden features ?

First, the original iTach WF2IR isn't being discontinued. It's still a great product.

The Flex does have numerous improvements. This is not a complete list.

1. Wi-Fi has been significantly upgraded from 802.11b on the WF2IR to 802.11g with WPS on the Flex.


2. The Global Port is unique to the Flex series. It allows the Flex to serve as either a serial adapter or an IR adapter just by swapping the cable. A relay cable for the Global Port will also be introduced at a later date. This feature can also be considered an investment protector allowing you to reconfigure things later.


3. The Flex Link Serial cable is something we've really been looking forward to. The Flex auto-detects whether it should be a null-modem cable or straight through and acts accordingly. It also includes a gender changer. We expect this cable will eliminate 90%+ of user confusion over serial control.


4. The form factor of the Flex Wi-Fi is significantly smaller and includes a mounting dock perfect for mounting even behind a flat screen TV.


5. The Flex models include onboard storage and additional processing to support future TBA functionality not possible with the original iTach series.


6. The Flex uses a USB power connector allowing new options for powering the Flex. The original iTach also includes a USB power cable with each device, but the actual connector on the device is not USB. This is a subtle but interesting Flex advantage in some cases.

2013

Hello.

I wanted to start by saying thank you for creating such a great program. I've really enjoyed working with it, and I'm slowly convincing my wife that it's great too!

Now to the issue. I'm using an Xbox 360 as a media extender and have WMC delivering content from my computer to the Xbox. My issue is how to get WMC to start directly when I press the corresponding activity button. It will turn on the Xbox just fine, but basically, I'm getting stuck on the first screen of selecting an avatar, and not actually getting straight into WMC. I can then hit the Windows button on the displayed remote to get WMC to load, but that's obviously not straightforward to someone who doesn't know the system. Question is, is it just an issue of timing that I need to have enough delays prior to having Roomie hit the Windows button after the Xbox starts or is there a command I need to use that I'm just not aware of.

Thanks for your help.

Yan

Well, I kept playing with it (the Xbox that is), and found the answer to my own question! In the Xbox 360's system setup page, there is the option for it to start directly in WMC when the device is powered on - Problem solved! :slight_smile:

2013

Is there any predefined IR code for TVPad? en.tvpad.hk/

That's not in the main library at this time, but assuming it comes with an infrared remote, it can be learned using the new IR learning feature of Roomie 1.7.

2013

I'm confused, is the blaster simply a stronger version than the IR emitter ? the description is very vague about the reason why someone would choose one over the other

This page has a diagram that may be helpful:

store.roomieremote.com/itach-ip2ir/

The blaster addresses many devices in a line of sight area of around 20 feet. An emitter addresses 1 device via direct attachment to that device. Note in the diagram example how 1 emitter is attached directly to the TV and the blaster meanwhile is used to control multiple components in a cabinet.

Thank you.

2013

Can you add this sound processor?
I have used all that it brings Roomie and none works appropriately and buttons are absent.

On the Web are the IR codes.

halcro.com/logic/productsSSP220.php

Thank you in advance.

The IR codes link on that page doesn't contain IR codes for itself. If you have a custom IR device, the codes can be learned with the built-in Infrared Learning feature.

That device also appears to have a serial interface, so you could also likely add serial support to Roomie using the DDK:

Roomie Remote Support

Thank you.

I add a new device learning the original and work fine.

The problem is that I can`t add the sound controller in the activity from a custom device.

What can I to do?

Thanks a lot.

2013

I just switched to CenturyLink Prism yesterday, and the set top box they installed was a "Pace IPH8005". They told me they had just started using them in the past few weeks.

I do have the universal subscription, but it wasn't in the library.

I was able to heavily modify the "Pace Tds850hd" and make it work (many of the IR codes worked, however many of them were mapped to the wrong functionality).

Just a heads up. Any plans on adding it? I couldn't get my IR learner on my Wifi2IR box to read the codes from the remove, so I couldn't set it up fresh.

2013

Hi,

I'm using a dreambox compatible SAT receiver, but I need to use a username and password to login to my sat receiver. I do not want to turn off authentication on the sat receiver as I have setup a port forwarding to access the device from outside my home network.

Could you please add the option for a username & password for the dreambox device?



Thanks,

Phil

We can trivially add the authentication option to that set. Support can provide an updated set for you until it appears in the next library update.

Thank you.

2013

If you need to learn a supplemental code, it's very easy to do that with the new IR learning feature:

Roomie Remote Support

Can I just add the one code that's not working?

I did try learning IR via the ITACH, but nothing happened. Obviously not doing something correctly.

OK, I added a custom Bryston Receiver as a device and learned only the POWER OFF command via the ITACH. I then added the newly learned POWER OFF command to my Power Off Activity. Works perfectly! Thanks!

NOTE: The reason learning the IR via the ITACH did not work previously was because of user error...I selected the wrong ITACH to learn the commands to...DUH... IR learning works great!

2013

Roomie's buttons for Rooms and Activities are completely blank. Ugh. I wish I hadn't upgraded.

If you remember what order your devices in the rooms, tapping that "area" will still bring up the device, which is working. Not ideal, but workable until an update. :slight_smile:

It will be many months before iOS 7 is released. We will make sure a version of Roomie compatible with iOS 7 is available timed for the release of iOS 7. If that requires a new release, we'll do that.

So yeah iOS 7 breaks other apps too. Also it crashes and reboots. So I wouldn't test it on a device I need.

noticed the same issue. Good thing I kept my old handheld remote and still have Roomie on my iPad

iOS 7 Beta 2 fixes this problem.

Ios7 beta3 must break it again. I've still got blank menus. Luckily I only upgraded one iPad to ios7 to 'test'. My other iPad still works and will stay on ios6 until Roomie is ready to support Ios7.

Can you release a beta for us to test?

The App Store does not allow betas of any kind.

The App Store also does not allow developers to release products with versions of the development environment that support iOS 7, yet – until iOS 7 is released.

Users who are part of the Roomie beta program will of course get access to betas when they begin, but an actual iOS 7 release of Roomie is not allowed by the App Store to be available until iOS 7 is actually released. So any app you see with some comment like "Works with iOS 7" etc. is really just bogus, likely to break again the next day, and unable to support anything that's actually in iOS 7.

That leaves only the wild guess strategy if we wanted to fix something in some random iOS 7 beta, and meanwhile as is evident from this very thread users are saying it doesn't work in beta 1, then it works great in beta 2, then it doesn't work again in beta 3 because it's a moving target and thus impossible to track. With a typical 7+ day turnaround time to get a version on the App Store, any "fix" we'd make for whatever issue someone saw in an iOS 7 seed would be out of date by the time it was published.

Thus, iOS 7 support will be released when iOS 7 is released.

We do also plan to add a small number of (5-7) beta testers in specific areas to the beta program before we begin. We'll announce that when the time comes.

Thank you.

Roomie works in iOS 7 Beta 4.

Really? I installed b4 yesterday and roomie doesn't send any command at all. so it is totally broken for me.

Working well on the iPad Mini with beta 4 for me. No more button issues, commands all seem to be working.

So interesting, how did you install the b4, was it an upgrade from b3 or a restore? I did a fresh restore on both iPa...

2013

Question: Has anyone gotten the Shinybow SB-5645LCM 4x4 HDMI Matrix working in Roomie? I found a great price on one but wanted to make sure it will work before I get it.

Here are some relevant links about it:

Product page: shinybowusa.com/shop/product ... cts_id=315

Manual: [shinybowusa.com/...

Staff response: This thread is super ancient. Shinybow support was added many eons ago.

2013

It would be convenient to integrate Synology DiskStations into Roomie for a full house integration solution. A serie of DS Apps already exist (DS finder, DS audio, DS cam and so on) so I imagine that this would be feasible. Would be great.
Thank you

S

I have a Synology box as well, and I love it. But I don't really see what I would want to make it do using Roomie.

I also have a DS411 and would like to bring up photos and also play movies I've loaded on to the media box via iTunes. I guess that would be there from the iTunes integration already available for roomie. Is that correct?

I just thought of another use. There are IP cameras integrated to the synology box as a surveillance station. looking through to those cameras from the TV would be nice. There is an iOS app for that from Synology but nice to have it all in one so to speak.

What we need is a version of Roomie Agent that would run on the Diskstation.

We use a Synology Diskstation here already. It looks like a basic Linux dev environment. So the difficulty of this would be equivalent to building Roomie Agent for Raspberry Pi and/or Linux which is something else we're considering.

We need a Roomie Agent software port to the Diskstation. This is where something like Roomie Agent should live as we all use our Diskstation's for always on servers. ++1

I agree, the diskstation has enough added benefits to allow a 'Dashboard' you can select from using the Roomie, to get cameras, statuses, disk reports, resource management, video/audio station, etc.

Since it is always on, lets leverage it !!

Please support it!

Just watch out about cpu on the diskstation.

I think diskstations are way underpowered, cpu-wise.

I had a few things running on mine that slowed down disk I/O!

My standard is 94-101 mB/s

When I used it for some stuff like downloads, etc, the transfers dropped to 78-88 mB/s

And cpu sat at 40-60 percent always.

So, as long as Roomie agent is not a cpu hog, I vote for it too!

+1

(about 150.000 Synology NAS units sold per year...:wink:

+1

more than anything I would like to be able to integrate ds video into roomie or simple control as its now called. Similar to how plex is integrated. It would be nice to be able to browse videos without having to leave the app.

2013

I am currently using a Logitech Harmony Link in one of the rooms of my house to control a relatively simple setup...a monitor, a cable box, receiver and a BluRay player. While the Link generally gets the job done, sometimes it can be a little dodgy. It also can't control things like my Sonos system or my Insteon dimmers, so the purpose-builtness and enhanced features of Roomie are compelling.

However, I think there are some potential UX issues that may be a barrier to adoption for us. Right now with the Link, it's very easy to simultaneously use multiple remotes, since each remote logs into the Link via the Harmony service. So my wife can turn the system on when she gets home from work using her iPhone, we can both control it throughout the evening via our respective remotes, and then I can turn it off via my iPad before going to bed. Each controller always reflects the current state of the system, so for instance my iPad knows that the current activity is say, "Watch TV", and is aware of the state of those devices, etc.

Of course, there are downsides to the Harmony service, like when it's not available, rendering the Link into a mocking green-eyed cyclops while you're trying to watch TV. :slight_smile:

Now my wife & I maintain our own Apple IDs on our devices. I understand that Roomie is keyed to an Apple ID, so I'm not sure how that would work between my iPhone & iPad (which use my Apple ID) and her iPhone (which uses hers). From the FAQ it sounds like this could be an issue for sharing control between users (or perhaps even being able to access our devices at all).

So I was curious if anyone else has this situation. Buying an iPad or touch as a dedicated controller is not an attractive idea. For us, that idea went out with the Pronto and handheld Harmony remotes. :slight_smile:

You can share your copy on both devices as per the FAQ:

Roomie Remote Support

You can also use multiple iOS devices for synchronization. If you set the same iCloud account on each, you would have Activity Memory which provides live synchronization of the current Activity. You could also use Dropbox to synchronize settings without using the same iCloud account.

Yes, I did read the FAQ, which is why i posted the question. :slight_smile: The FAQ says that all devices must use the same Apple ID, and I mentioned that my wife & I have different Apple IDs on our devices (as I would expect most people to).

So for instance, if I bought Roomie from the AppStore for my devices, and purchased the Home Theater and IR Device upgrades, how would my wife get access to those on her iPhone, which is registered under her Apple ID, without her having to pay for them again?

WRT device sync, using iCloud or DropBox is a novel idea, but at the end of the day is it really any different from my current dependency on the Myharmony.com service being available? To some extent I can unde...

2013

How do you enter RSTP Camera feeds?

Do you add device through manual IP entry? or are only those two logitech cameras supported.

Thanks

There are two ways to add RTSP cameras. The simple way is to just add a URL Opens in Roomie command to an Activity. This requires an RTSP URL like:

rtsp://192.168.1.10/LowResVideo

You may need to look on the web for what URL your camera needs.

The other way and the way that allows adding it to Virtual Remotes as depicted in some of the screenshots on the site is to create a custom command set that looks almost identical to the enclosed file. You would just customize this for your particular URL and camera brand/category.

Thank you.

If your camera does not do rtsp which there are a LOT of them you can also do URLs like this:

URL:Port/videostream.cgi?user=[UserName]&pwd=[Password]

If the URL for my Vivotek cameras is like this - /cgi-bin/viewer/video.jpg - how would I set them up in roomie? Thanks for the help!

The support we added in 1.9 is just for RTSP capable cameras. For instance here is a site that lists tons of camera RTSP URLs:

soleratec.com/rtsp/

Some cameras don't support RTSP. Anything that ends in ".jpg" is not RTSP. That's most likely a different standard called Motion JPEG. In some cases you may find that using "Opens URL in Roomie" may allow those to work, but that's all based on the iOS Safari implementation and will be identical to whether it works there in general.

Thank you.

Thank you very much! The Vivotek cameras I have are listed as having a RTSP URL so i'll try that as soon as I get home!

If we modify the custom .plist for our camera then what do we do to integrate that with Roomie? Do you have a link that you could post here?

The last section of the DDK provides steps for loading that into Roomie:

Roomie Remote Support

Thank you.

Here is another site with a really detailed list of ip-camera manufacturers along with the RTSP URL listings... Seems to have even more companies and camera models then the other sites listed... Hope this helps someone else too.

securityhive.com/rtsp

2013

I used to use an app called hippo remote, the mouse control on an ipad or iphone was very smooth.



I tried out mce controller with roomie and my god, it feels like im using a mouse from 1995, it is incredibly slow and laggy. Is there any plans to improve the performance of this even somewhat?

It seems okay to us on our test systems, so it's possible there's some variation based on factors that MCE Controller is impacted by on your system – something to ask MCE Controller people. Sleep and battery settings on a desktop often cause network lag issues for server software like MCE Controller for instance.

Meanwhile, we do plan to investigate additional mouse control solutions for Windows. Mouse control is part of the command system so it is possible to add more fairly easily. On OS X, we have both Roomie Agent and Remote Buddy hooked into the same system and they work smoothly.

Thank you.

Hmm I am hard wired on a gigabit network.
if you try hippo remote app you can see how smooth it can be.



My htpc is not on a battery, its plugged in and has no battery setting.

I like mce mouse support as I do use for my htpc, it is fantastic integration by the roomie team, but sadly as it is now it was just basically unusable.

You're mixing up the app with the destination server. Apps such as Roomie, etc. are on one side of the equation. Whatever interprets the commands as a server is on the other. MCE Controller behaves in a certain way as a server for you which sounds like there is a bug or problem on that side. We don't write the server app except in the case of Roomie Agent, so we have no control over how that server behaves for you. It's quite smooth for us in all 3 supported cases.

Thank you.

No I am well aware mce controller is a different application roomie has nothing to do with.



All I am saying is it works, its just incredibly slow, is there a way to accelerate the mouse movements with your app?



I mean it does work for me just not very good. We may have different definitions of good.

Or would quicker mouse movement be on the mce controller side as well?

And a few other things when Im typing with mce controller using your app and the iphone ios keyboard the back button does not do anything so if you mistype something the back button does not work.
Also hitting done does not seem to do anything either. So if i type a url in i cannot backspace and hitting done wont enter the url like it normally would.

And if the mouse support is poor due to the mce side (I see on his forum the creator said he has never actually tested it according to a post on his forum) it is good to hear in your first post you guys are considering additional mouse options for windows.

Sorry one last post on this, tried this on 2 other computers outside of my network, one at my office, and another at a friends, they all performed about the same. If roomie could offer acceleratio...

2013

I am very impressed with your application and it's ease of setup and use. Some time ago I tried to set up a competitor's application and became quickly disenchanted by the complex "rules" req'd for even a few devices.

Now I have my three basic DirecTV receivers all working well and two AVRs (Yamaha and Onkyo), I need to order at least two iTachs for two of the rooms, probably three to include the bedroom, maybe four if I decide to control the kids TV room.

Because of the need for all these iTachs I would really like to use a more "portable" IR but I use an iPhone 5 (lightning connector). I read about the L5 end of life.... Is there any chance a better portable IR solution may be able to replace the L5?

Assuming the answer to a portable blaster is "NO" then I'm a bit overwhelmed by the other iTach options. Don't really know which is "best" ...I can almost certainly reach most of the stacked components with an ethernet cable, but the Theater projector is on the ceiling in the middle of a room (kind of far from the "rack). Starting with the most complex Theater room I would like to control -

Yamaha RX-A1010 AVR (seems to be working great with IP Control)
DTV receiver (seems to be working great with IP Control)
Panasonic PT-AE2000u (IR, but I belive it can work with serial)
ButtKicker Amplifier (IR)
X10 Lighting controls (IR, but I would consider replacing as X10 is flaky)
Windows based HTPC (not sure how this will work with Roomie,if at all)
PS4 (I realize not available at this time)

For the Living Room -

Onkyo TX-NR807 AVR (seems to be working great with IP Control)
DTV receiver (seems to be working great with IP Control)
Visio 65" "SmartTV" I forget the model number but despite being internet enabled (smart) it seems to be missing IP controls, thus I assume IR only....

For the Bedroom

DTV receiver (seems to be working great with IP Control)
Another Visio TV, not smart at all, need IR control

The "kids room" would have -

DTV receiver (should work with IP)
Older rear projection Mitsubishi TV (IR)
Onkyo Blu Ray player (IR)
Some cheap generic DVD player (IR)

Is there an economical way to cover all of these devices?

The L5 company is in fact now out of business, so there's nothing to be done about them.

We're not presently aware of any lightning IR dongles in the market or forthcoming. In general the iTach Flex is now so small and simple that it would seem to qualify as both portable and cheap as well.

Components on ceilings can usually be best addressed either by the blaster pointing to it (the blaster has a roughly 20-30 foot range), or by placing a dedicated iTach WiFi right at the projector location. If you do use a dedicated iTach like that, you could potentially go serial.

If you're interested in more elaborate wiring solutions, there is also the option of consolidating by using inside wiring running CAT5 to a central location splicing in emitters as needed from an IR distribution block. You may be able to reduce the number of iT...

2013

When I download and look at any of the .plist files in Dropbox, they're no longer XML files? I can see all of the DDK files fine (using EditX and Dreamweaver).

Here's a snippet of the first line (several unviewable characters show as blanks):

bplist00¢CÖ
@VmethodUbrandTtypeScatZemptycodesUcodesRgcW

Any idea why the dropbox backup files are being corrupted? I also have to delete the Codes file for it to download a new one (ie it won't override the existing file?)

Z

Those aren't corrupt, that's just a variant of Apple's plist format. It's the binary version of it. They can be converted back to plain XML on Mac OS X using this command:

plutil -convert xml1 yourFile.plist

Thank you.

ahh... That explains a lot. I'll google Plist on Win 7 and see what I can find to convert it. Will a converted (ie not binary) file import correctly after I've edited it, or is that going to be an issue?

I anticipate the next question is why muck with it at all :slight_smile:

I'm trying to confirm some learned Onkyo IR codes that seem to be too long (ie feedback led flashes for 2-3 seconds and command randomly fails, so I suspect it may not have been learned correctly?)

Plus I'm very nosy :slight_smile:
Thanks,
Z

The two file types are completely interchangeable. Makes no difference which type you use where.

Learned IR codes can sometimes be too long or contain too many repeats if the button was for instance held down too long while learning. Editing the code itself can be a solution for that. The basic technique is to look for the huge number and slice off everything after that. You'll see something like a sequence of 12,20,12,20,12,20 and then suddenly you will see 12,20,3450,12,20. If you cut off everthing after the 3450, that generally removes the extra repeats from a learned code.

Thank you.

OK, I give up, I can't find a Windows Plist editor that doesn't look like bogus.. Any recommendations?

Z

Just send the file to support and we'll convert it to XML for you.

Thank you.

Thanks for the offer.

I found Plist Editor for Windows that seems to do the trick, so I'm dangerous once again :slight_smile:

Z

Windows users have access to plutil as well if you have itunes (see the following) Worked perfect for me!:
The program plutil is native to Mac OS X (as of 10.2), however it is also included when iTunes is installed on a Windows PC. On linux libplist [1] also provides an equivalent ofplutil.
plutil on a Windows PC is stored in:

C:Program Files (x86)Common FilesAppleApple Application Support
Which can be added to the PATH in Environmental variables so plutil can be run from anywhere If you could like to copy out the plutil executable to another directory it requires a number of DLL's to function. These dlls are: ASL, CFNetwork...

2013

hi, i'm having a problem obtaining brightness feedback from my isy since having upgraded to 1.8.2. with the prior release you defined a default device when adding the isy to a room. it appears you no longer have to do that. what's the secret to get this info with the new release? i've tried adding the device id when adding buttons while selecting brightness feedback but it isn't working.

The Insteon support was so completely revamped for 1.8 that it is usually simplest to remove the old device and just add it fresh. The old default device concept no longer exists because all devices now work that way effectively. We'd recommend deleting the old device, adding it fresh, and make sure the device settings panel for the new device shows that the manifest is available at the bottom, otherwise tap that to Retrieve Manifest.
Thank you.

ok, did it. i then added an activity that turned a device on. the activity opens the isy remote, i didn't use a remote design. when selecting the activity the device turns on as i wanted and roomie displays the status of all my insteon devices. exactly how do i define a remote/button that just displays the status of the one device i just turned on? again i tried adding a button to a remote ( i tried button, button slider and slider). the default isy is shown, feedback is set to brightness and i've entered the device as xx xx xx. it's not displaying the brightness 0 or 255...

Button feedback is binary. It just displays on/off. You could add a slider if you want to see Brightness levels.

To restrict the remote to just one area rather than all devices, set the Lighting Area in the Activity Settings – if you have configured your ISY to know which areas are associated with each of your lights.

If you want to further restrict it to just one light, you could just set the Opens Remote field to None to force it to create a blank Remote Design and then just add that one slider.

Thank you.

got it, thanks! something to be aware of however. when setting up display or slider buttons it appears they will not display the brightness levels if you include the leading zeros in the insteon addresses. for example 1F D AB works, 1F 0D AB does not work.

another question for you, how do you delete remote designs now? the delete design button no longer exists in the edit design pop up window.

Good catch. We'll fix that in the next maintenance release. Entering those IDs should work normally everywhere else in Roomie other than right there where you'll need to leave off leading zeros for 1.8.2.

Deleting Remote Designs is in the Remote Designs Settings panel. There is a summary there now of all your Remote Designs and how many Activities use each one, and that also allows you to delete any design.

Thank you.

thanks! i have another question. it appears you need to use the isy's remote in an activities "opens remote" field for any activity in which you want to obtain insteon device feedback? i can't get ...

2013

The double sided adhesive tape that affixes an iTach IR emitter to an A/V component seems to be losing its grip on some of my emitters so that the IR emitter falls off and the device can no longer be controlled.

Do you have any recommendation for a double sided adhesive that will securely affix the IR emitter to a sensor (without bonding it permanently)? Thanks.

The tape is pretty good, so much better than many years ago with other products. But in general a professional installation would indeed use a hot glue gun which provides a more precise and long lasting connection while also being easy to remove and replace. That would be something like this:

amazon.com/dp/B000NIFKRM/?tag=cyphersoft-20

I appreciate the reply and suggestion, but I've never used a hot glue gun before -- the heat will not damage the plastic finish on electronic components, correct? Also if the emitter has to be removed do you need to heat the glue again or does the glue just pull off? Thanks again.

Glue and glue guns vary widely. The one we linked is popular and simple and cheap. We use it all the time. The glue after it hardens can usually just be pulled off. It's easier to remove in general than adhesive.

Thank you -- I just placed an order for the glue gun through your store.

Interesting - had not thought about using a glue gun. Pardon my potential ignorance, but do you apply the hot melt glue between the IR emitter and the AV faceplate (i.e. is the glue IR transparent) or do you apply a ring of glue around the sides of the IR emitter to hold it in place (and is the glue then ugly/visible to the human eye?)

Also, although not ideal, is there a specific brand of double-stick tape widely available that works best if one wishes to continue using tape in the short term?

My reply is late to your question, but for archive purposes, I'll answer. You would apply the hot glue around the perimeter of the IR emitter, creating a bond between the emitter and the faceplate of the component. The glue will aggressively hold the emitter in place, but will have just enough give (when cold) to allow the emitter to be pried away from the faceplate when needed.

I have had good luck with "Scotch Clear Mounting Squares".
3M Scotch Mounting Squares, Clear

They need to be cut to size. They are double sided sticky, clear and thick. Easy to apply and remove.

2013

I currently have an SQBlaster and the SQRemote app. This system is integrated with my Vera home controller. I can create macros in SQRemote that call on Vera scenes as part of the macro. For example, if you hit pause on the movie, the lights go up to 100%. When you hit play again, the lights dim to 20%. The integration is very tight with Vera and there is a SQBlaster plugin for Vera that enable Vera to initiate SQBlaster actions.

One big downside is that SQConnect the company does not seem to exist any more.

On the positive end, the interface and controls available in Roomie appear to be far superior to those in SQRemote.

My two basic questions are:

1. Is there anyone out there with a Roomie set up (with whatever IR blaster hardware--iTach?) have their system integrated with Vera and can Roomie call Vera scenes?

2. Can you create multi-step macros with time delays/pauses with Roomie and apply them to a button or part of the interface?

I did see in the news announcement that Vera is now auto-detected.

Apologies if these questions are basic. This looks like an amazing app/system.

They do seem to have died. We tried to contact them to discuss supporting their hardware many times over the years and made it clear all they had to do was send us a box and we'd add support. Despite many assurances we were always about to get one, we never got one. It felt very shady. Something seemed to be wrong such that they could never get production boxes made and that dragged on for years and now they're probably gone. Anyway, it's too bad because the concept was good, but the hardware was very overpriced especially considering they had such limited software.

All of the items you described should be easy to setup with Roomie.

Hello triangledave,

I am very new to Roomie myself, but I thought I would chime in here and let you know my experience thus far. I have had Roomie up and running for about a week now; and I have to say I am VERY impressed so far. Like you, I am longtime Vera user. I have used SQRemote as a hardware beta tester and I continued to use it after the beta testing period.

In regards to your two questions above, I think I can answer them from a user perspective.

#1) Yes, Roomie does call Vera scenes using the "Scene Number". You have to get the scene number from Vera's web GUI.

#2) As Roomie responded above, yes you can. I'm not sure if you are more interested in delayed commands in Vera, or IR/Serial/IP commands (for AV devices) or not; but yes, I believed these are all possible.

I looked at, purchased, and attempted to configure iRule before diving into Roomie and I have to say I am not disappointed. While I have absolutely no doubt iRule is a great product; I am looking for something I can configure more quickly with less of a learning curve and Roomie has been just that for me thus far.

As far as tips from a noob, I would highly recommend comparing your equipment...

2013

I just purchased a Synaccess NP-05B power strip that can be controlled via HTTP, Telnet or RS-232 in order to be able to use Roomie to switch on and off two power amps in my home theater that I currently have to manually switch on and off.

I configured the NP-05B and can control any of the 5 outlets from my iPhone and Mac using HTTP in Safari, but the NP-05B does not respond to commands sent from Roomie.

As an example, a command to power on outlet 1 is:

10.0.1.230/cmd.cgi?A3%201%201

What I think might be causing the problem is that the NP-05B does not allow anonymous users to issue commands via HTTP. When I first issued the command in Safari I got an authentication pop-up that asked me enter my user name and password. I didn't see anything in the Roomie Development kit that explains how to handle HTTP authentication (or if it can be done).

As a workaround, I can use a Roomie action to open a URL but it only works if I set Roomie to open the URL in Safari, which of course takes me out of Roomie. If I use the "Silent" option or select the internal Roomie browser, the command fails.

Is there any way other than the workaround I described to get Roomie to send HTTP commands to the NP-05B (i.e., is there some way to automatically send a user name and password in response to an HTTP authentication request)? I think authentication would only need to be done once (or at least that's how it appears to work with Safari).

Below is the RoomieCodes.plist as I currently have it defined for testing. Thanks for any help you can offer!

<plist version="1.0">
<array>
<dict>
<key>brand</key>
<string>Synaccess</string>
<key>cat</key>
<string>NP-05B</string>
<key>codes</key>
<dict>
<key>POWER OFF 1</key>
<string>/cmd.cgi?$A3%201%200</string>
<key>POWER ON 1</key>
<string>/cmd.cgi?$A3%201%201</string>
</dict>
<key>method</key>
<string>http</string>
<key>type</key>
<integer>21</integer>
</dict>
</array>
</plist>

If you just use a generic URL command (no custom codes required), then you would use standard URL format for authentication:

username:password@IPAddress/cmd

If you want to use custom codes, just insert two commands:

.AUTH 1 FORMAT, value = "Username"
.AUTH 2 FORMAT, value = "Password"

With an HTTP method, that will have the same affect as an authentication URL. You will need to type your username/password into the device when adding it.

Thank you! Both methods worked perfectly, but I ended up going with the custom codes since it was easier to program my system using them.

If anyone is interested in a power switching device that works with Roomie, Amazon currently has 3 ...

2013

Are Shutdown and reboot supposed to be part of the most recent XBMC update? I have not been able to get them to show up as options. Any help would be appreciated. :slight_smile:

It's in the older XBMC set. We've added it to the next library update for Frodo.

Thanks for adding this. When I tried it out, it only quit XBMC and didn't shutdown the computer. I checked my XBMC setup and the shutdown function is set to "shutdown". Was that the intent? Also, are there plans to add reboot?

Also, is there a pg down and up in the command set for frodo?

In the xbmc forum, they talk about channel up and down, but I do not see them in your implementation

+1 for page up/down commands. I have a large number of files and it takes a long time to scroll through them one at a time.

Hi,

I was hoping to have PVR/DVR support added to Roomie Remote for XBMC, the same way TVSHOWS and MOVIES currently is added. I would be more then willing to manually add the support myself.

Thanks

We're always happy to add commands. We don't immediately see a Page Up/Down in the XBMC JSON set:

wiki.xbmc.org/index.php?title=JSON-RPC_API/v6

Please submit any commands you'd like added to support@roomieremote.com.

Thank you.

Yes, I couldn't find one either, but they 'seem' to be used for going a page up or down in channel lists and items inplaying lists.



I 'emulated' one with a macro that does right arrow, and then 7 down arrows or up arrows. Works in most places they use it, but not all.

+1 for fiuring this out too!

2013

I just spent 10 minutes troubleshooting Roomie on my iPad. My iPhone was working perfectly, but the iPad wasn't. iCloud and wi-fi sync have always worked in the past, and I even re-synced with Dropbox for extra measure -- but to no avail.

Then it hit me: At a diner whose wi-fi was misbehaving, I'd recently disabled my iPad's wi-fi. And since it also has 3G, I'd forgotten to reenable the wi-fi when I got home. Most internet functions are not wi-fi specific, so I hadn't noticed.

Since Roomie's commands were red, I knew there was a problem, but it wasn't specified. In such cases, it would be quite helpful if a pop-up window informed us that wi-fi is simply disabled. :-)

Nice and use full idea

+1, this would be a quick and easy addition

.... or you could just look at your iPad's status bar to see if the wifi symbol is there.

Haha. I have done this a few times. I often turn my wifi off while at work to access sites and apps that are blocked by firewalls such as facebook and spotify. I get home and go to use my remote and have a few minutes of what the heck is going on before it hits me. This would make quick work of realizing the problem.

I had this happen last weekend.

Seeing the wifi icon is ok, but you do not equate the problem that occurs, ie, all IP stuff doesn't work, so you reload from Dropbox (which works), and still nothing.

Roomie knows that wifi is off and will therefore NOT be able to do almost ANY IP stuff. A quick little window saying that 'Warning! IP Functions disabled, Local LAN access turned off' would have saved me 3 hours and 2 forum posts and an email to support

Exactly.

There was a pithy reply, above, making light of my request. But Computers/smart devices are designed to make tasks easier for us. Many of us have very complicated lives (and setups!), and when my iPad was otherwise working perfectly, it simply didn't occur to me that the problem was something as simple as wi-fi being off.

I rarely turn it off -- so, on the one occasion on which I had, earlier in the day, it simply didn't occur to me, when Roomie stopped working, to consider wi-fi as the culprit.

Applications routinely inform users of many things. As you stated, philhu, Roomie knows that wi-fi is off. So, if Roomie requires wi-fi to operate, a simple reminder -- "Hey! Wi-fi's off!" -- is a reasonable prospect that would certainly spare many users this frustration. :-)

This has been added to the next release.

Thank you.

Yay!

Thats awesome!

2013

I have iPad 2 running 1.8 version roomie remote with IR and Home Theater Pack.

I ordered the L5 and followed the installation instructions. It does not show up when adding a device to a room. It does show up in the roomie main settings when adding Custom Devices. So I added my Dish as a custom. Programmed a couple of buttons. But it does not show up anywhere or in any rooms.

When I go to Living Room and Add a device: the L5 does not show up anywhere. It does run perfectly from its own software. It has done a firmware update. I have deleted my roomie and reinstalled which performed a full download and library update.

So what now???

Ok i kept uplugging and plugging back in. Now it shows up.

Selecting Dish Network - the test remote when setting up does nothing. The learning features will not learn any commands. When saved; it scolls the dish box on an off every 4 seconds but will not actually control dish with the remote.

So here is how i got it to work:

Do not have the L5 plugged in until you want to add a device. Hit Add Device and go to the Choose controller Screen. Then plug in the L5. It will appear on screen and you can add a device like Dish network. My TV, dish and blu ray are now working properly doing it this way. Yours may work differently as this may be a glitch with mine. This tells me that the L5 stores its own memory and is pathed from Roomie for commands.

We have recently discovered a bug where the L5 does not show up initially unless something else is also in the Add Device list. One workaround is to do exactly what you did above. Another workaround is to have any device in the compatibility list on your network (such as run iTunes on your Mac or PC.) We'll be fixing that in a future maintenance release.
Thank you.

Well hey, at the price point and features that roomie offers - - it's great. As far as glitches go, it is a very small one.

2013

Howdy. So apparently I bought the one model of Panasonic Viera that doesn't have a Wake On Lan feature... thereby making the wireless IP functionality cool but mostly useless for me.

This TV is connected via Ethernet balun to a homerun room. What I'm thinking of trying is directly connecting one of the triport connectors to one end of the balun and the emitter to the other end by the TV.

Is there any chance this will work?

It is possible to splice an emitter cable to a CAT5X cable and thereby enable long in-wall runs. One end would be the emitter then the CAT5X cable spliced to two strands then the former 3.5mm end of the emitter cable, then whatever else such as a Triport or the Flex itself.

Obviously, that CAT5X cable would then no longer provide Ethernet at that point (although, in principle for 10/100 you would only need 4 of the 8 wires plus then 2 for the emitter so you can technically run 2 emitters plus 10/100 Ethernet through a CAT5X).

Thanks for the reply... But I should have been more clear. The Balun has IR ports. So I wouldn't think I'd need to spice anything... I just need a cable that can plug into the triport and also into the balun.

I just wasn't certain if that was bound to fail because I don't understand IR transmission very well.

Sounds a bit like this cable:

astore.amazon.com/cyphersoft-20/ ... B004HZR2OG

2013

Great to see the release of version 1.8

Can I just ask, how does the new feature power state work?

If Power Tracking is turned on for a given device, each POWER TOGGLE command flips the active state for that device. The Tracking option is set on the Device screen for each device – note that the option is only presented if the device is in fact a toggle device.

Any usage of POWER TOGGLE to such a device from an Activity command list or a button on a Remote Design will flip the current state of the device. Note that using a Test Remote or Manual Remote does not change the current state of the device – using one of those is how you fix the "but I pushed the button on the front of the device" problem.

When sending commands from an Activity Command List, POWER TOGGLE is then only sent when appropriate. If Roomie knows a device is currently on and you hit System Off, the command goes through. If we know it's already off, it doesn't. The same applies vice versa to situations where the device is being turned on.

Thank you - I've set it up and it works a treat.

I really couldn't be more happier with your application, I've spent a lot of money over the years on different remotes, this app controls everything I have over IP and kicks everything else I've tried in to touch. Fantastic!

Could this feature be expanded to the discrete power on / off sequences?

My devices have a power on delay for the next command, so even though the device is already on, there is a delay when switching activities that have the same devices powered on.

I some devices that have a very slow startup, and I have a power on delay of 10000ms. In some cases this is not quite long enough, a few more choices to get out to 20000ms would be great as well.

2013

The search feature for the guide is a very useful thing. The thing is, when I search for a channel and I find it through the search, I can't change the channel from that screen. It only shows me the information about that channel and the broadcast time. Is there any way to get to that channel directly from the search guide option or that is the way it works?

Thanks,

Great question. I have the same issue.

Would you clarify exactly what the steps are here? For instance when you say "search for a channel", what does that mean exactly? Normally, one would search for a show or movie, etc. Given a show or movie, Roomie will display "Next On" information. Are you referring to the "Next On" display in that you'd like to tune that channel (even though almost always that program would not be on now)?

For example, I subscribe to Showtime ( a premium channel on Comcast). I would like to watch a particular episode of a series. I can search the Comcast Guide and view info about the episode, but I cannot select it. SO it's really not selecting a "channel" pre se, but rather an episode within a series. Now I have to cursor down the list, select Showtime, then Showtime Series, then the episode. There are at least three menus I have to naviagte through.

2013

Hi, I'm very interested in the roomie remote and IR control. I have one question before I purchase though. When you are adding IR devices, can you add multiple devices of the same type (e.g satellite receivers) in the same room to the same IR port on an iTach? I have a multi-room audio video matrix, so I would need the IR signals from the roomie to always be sent down one port, this is so the matrix will receive the signal as though it came from the room zone. The matrix will then take care of the IR routing.

Thanks in advance

John

Slight correction on that question :wink: It doesn't need to be muliple devices of the same type, just multiple devices in the same room on the same IR port of an iTach....



Thanks again

Yes, you can have any number of devices controlled by one port.