Drew, >This is a simple question but I can't seem to get it straight. Can I >use the PVR-350 for LIRC that and not use the pvr remote? Will it >just pass through other IR signals or does it just look for its >certain remote codes?
* NB - this is as I understand things with the Hauppauge IR receiver* After talking to Hauppauge in the UK, the IR receiver on the 350 should be able to pick up other RC5-based remote controls, like the one that comes with it. It will not work AFAIK with remotes based on other protocols (i.e. based on RC6 like the Sky+ Navigator grrrr!). If you get hold of another remote that is RC5 based, you can use the generic RC5 lirc config file to test the remote in conjunction with irw that will show you keypresses in realtime, or use irrecord which can capture keypresses from your remote and show you the codes used. From this you can tailor your own file, or check lirc.org in case they already have a config file for your particular remote. >Basically, I am going to use the 350, but regarding remote >controlls, I just want the pvr & LIRC to act as an ir receiver. Then >I plan to output the ir signal to my directv receiver through its >serial cable control. Is this possible or do I need a dedicated USB >IR receiver? This is the same setup that I would like to get going, controlling a cable box with a serial port transmitter and use the receiver on the 350 with my remote. I am stuck with the current Hauppauge remote though until I can source or build myself a combined serial transmitter/receiver unit that works with other remotes and can also control your satellite/cable box. You will need to recompile LIRC in order to get both the transmitter and receiver working at the same time. Nick -- No virus found in this outgoing message. Checked by AVG Anti-Virus. Version: 7.0.298 / Virus Database: 265.6.4 - Release Date: 22/12/2004 _______________________________________________ mythtv-users mailing list [email protected] http://mythtv.org/cgi-bin/mailman/listinfo/mythtv-users
