Re: [slim] Remote squeezebox over internet to SS using dynamic DNS?

yeomanspc wrote: I have a couple of vacation places that I stay with wireless routers. I wanted to put a SqueezeBox in each with access to my slimserver (which is on my home network where the router has dynamic dns for remote access). I have used softsqueeze ok remotely (because you can

Re: [slim] Network Configuration Advice

Hi, I've found that wireless in my ktchen isn't reliable enough for an SB3. I think it is due to all the metalwear about including copper water pipes, and a refridgerator. I've tried a wireless extender and that also doesn't work with the SB3 as it struggles to pickup an address. I've stayed

Re: [slim] Looking for perfection. Help!

Gadget wrote: I currently have a very good quality Naim amp, preamp and CD (CDX) player. Although I am very pleased with my SB3, even when using flac files, the quality doesn't come close to the Naim setup. From the existing forum entries, I have concluded that by using EAC with flac files,

Re: [slim] Looking for perfection. Help!

Peter;264959 Wrote: Gadget wrote: I currently have a very good quality Naim amp, preamp and CD (CDX) player. Although I am very pleased with my SB3, even when using flac files, the quality doesn't come close to the Naim setup. From the existing forum entries, I have concluded that

Re: [slim] How do you use NetStumbler?

This might appear obvious, but you do have a wireless card on the PC running Netstumbler don't you? It won't work otherwise. -- Phil Leigh You want to see the signal path BEFORE it gets onto a CD/vinyl...it ain't what you'd call minimal...SB3+Stontronics PSU - Altmann JISCO/UPCI - TACT RCS

Re: [slim] How do you use NetStumbler?

Netstumbler does not support all types of network card. What type of network card is in your PC ? What version of netstumbler did you install ? -- bpa bpa's Profile: http://forums.slimdevices.com/member.php?userid=1806

Re: [slim] Stop Mac (Leapord) from sleeping while Squeezebox is running

Bandwidth sleeper was not available when I checked. Here is the script I use for Jiggler, which can be changed for other programs. I am trying to find out what is needed for Caffeine, which works differently. #!/bin/bash osascript -e 'tell application Jiggler to activate' -e 'quit application

Re: [slim] Network Configuration Advice

wired is certainly more reliable wireless and if its convenient, the way to go. as for wireless, i've found sb to be fairly consistent with it 99% of the time. if you are going to use repeaters, you have to make sure they are set correctly. commonly, people just plug them in and go. a big

[slim] Problems with followitunes.pl

Hi there, I would like to use iTunes to control my Squeezebox. I came across the followitunes plugin, and thought it would do exactly what I was after. I am using SB3 and SqueezeCenter 7. Initially nothing would work at all, and then I have figured out that I had to bring CSFR security to

Re: [slim] Duet release date?

Not this year, it is a little longer than usual. -- Zaragon Zaragon's Profile: http://forums.slimdevices.com/member.php?userid=14577 View this thread: http://forums.slimdevices.com/showthread.php?t=42964

Re: [slim] Network Configuration Advice

Phil Leigh;264963 Wrote: Have you tried Homeplugs? Hadn't thought of that. How well do they work? Are there any factors to take into consideration in terms of the house electrical wiring? -- smc2911 smc2911's Profile:

Re: [slim] Any plans on Jive desktop application?

I'm glad softsqueeze isn't going away. I think it works great as a way to try out the interfaces on the SB3, transporter before buying and I have found it really useful for my wife as she can use it on her PC and it has identical controls and functionality to the hardware one. No retraining

[slim] Playlists are not working (.m3u)

Hi, i have a weird problem. I try to play playlists in the m3u format. But it's not working. Slimservers tell me they are empty. And they are not: I tried it with full path information and without path information:

Re: [slim] Playlists are not working (.m3u)

What are you running the server on and where is the music stored? Does the server library setting reflect the same information as in the playlists. If the path to the music doesn't match that in the playlist from the server's perspective then it won't be able to find it. -- Zaragon

Re: [slim] Looking for perfection. Help!

Many thanks for all your responses. I have considered the Transporter, but was slightly concerned at a few posting that mention lack of build quality, particularly with the knobs. Although, I probably wouldn't use the knobs, it does leads to you to wonder what other compromises may have been

Re: [slim] Smart Re-buffering?

So does anyone have a suggestion for this? -- rocket j squirrel -- rocket j squirrel rocket j squirrel's Profile: http://forums.slimdevices.com/member.php?userid=4595 View this thread:

Re: [slim] Looking for perfection. Help!

I don't think there is anything wrong with the Transporter build quality. I've never had any trouble whatseover with mine and it's always worked perfectly. However, I do not use those knobs and buttons or the Digital Inputs. I can't rate hifi on scale of 1-10. The CDX just made music sound good

[slim] media monkey and squeezbox

For some reason when my squeezebox 3 scans my local music folder - its not picking up my newly downloaded songs. Any suggestions? Also, if you have custom playlists in Media Monkey, how do you get the squeezebox server to recognize those playlists and scan them into squeezebox? Is theere some

[slim] sqeezebox 3 scanning (media monkey)

I'm having difficulties scanning song I recently downloaded to slim server (SS). I just purchased media monkey (MM) and am trying to figure out if there is some sort of feature I have to enable in MM in order for slim server to scan my playlists/songs. I'm directing SS to my local drive that

Re: [slim] Announcing the Squeezebox Duet

I have one more question. Is there an extended warranty or a set fee to repair the remote if it should fail once it's out of warranty? I would hate to have to shell out $300 for a new remote. I have a universal remote I control all of my components with now and the originals are tucked away.

Re: [slim] Announcing the Squeezebox Duet

Jim Holtz;265043 Wrote: I have one more question. Is there an extended warranty or a set fee to repair the remote if it should fail once it's out of warranty? I would hate to have to shell out $300 for a new remote. Can't give you the official answer, but the fee for an out of warranty

Re: [slim] Announcing the Squeezebox Duet

seanadams;264779 Wrote: As a digital transport, Duet's Receiver performs identically to SB2 and SB3. That's good to hear and provides tremendous value to previous SB2/SB3 owners. No fear of sudden obsolescence! Can't wait to order my Controller! -- crooner Customized dual chassis Super

Re: [slim] media monkey and squeezbox

mgrosso;265037 Wrote: For some reason when my squeezebox 3 scans my local music folder - its not picking up my newly downloaded songs. Any suggestions? Also, if you have custom playlists in Media Monkey, how do you get the squeezebox server to recognize those playlists and scan them into

Re: [slim] Announce: Album Catalog Creator for SlimServer

SilverRS8;263505 Wrote: Strange. I can only relate this to mySQL and an open recordset that should be closed but others have reported no problem whatsoever. I tried several thing but they all result in non functioning ACC for other users. I see in your system specs from your previous post

Re: [slim] sqeezebox 3 scanning (media monkey)

How does Slim server recognize all the music in Media Monkey? I'm pointing SS to the folder I keep my music. What am I missing? -- mgrosso mgrosso's Profile: http://forums.slimdevices.com/member.php?userid=15144 View

Re: [slim] Announcing the Squeezebox Duet

Michaelwagner;264621 Wrote: I'd be curious to know, in more detail, what opposite means here. Slim is open source, and the future version nightlies are released, well, nightly... to all those interested. Both Propellerhead and Adobe wouldn't dream of releasing their software before a

[slim] SC7.0 - Internet Radio Problems

I'm running the Feb 2 nightly version (and have tested previous versions). I have an SB3 connected over wireless to a slimserver. When playing internet radio, it works perfectly on SoftSqueeze on the server machine. However, the SB3 seems to connect but never buffers and eventually times out.

Re: [slim] Network Configuration Advice

smc2911;264994 Wrote: Hadn't thought of that. How well do they work? Are there any factors to take into consideration in terms of the house electrical wiring? Mine work great - but they don't like some circuit breakers or RCD's. This isn't a problem for most people though. Worth a shot I'd

Re: [slim] SC7.0 - Internet Radio Problems

Does your SB3 have direct internet access? Check the gateway setting. -- andyg andyg's Profile: http://forums.slimdevices.com/member.php?userid=3292 View this thread: http://forums.slimdevices.com/showthread.php?t=43000

[slim] Make SB continue wit next almbum?

I there a setting to make SB continue with then next album instead of repeating all the time? -- Ryssen QNAP TS-109Pro, Firmware v1.1.5T ,IBM HDS7210KLA330 Ryssen's Profile:

Re: [slim] Make SB continue wit next almbum?

No,I didn´t do a playlist.I meant if I choose an artist and there is 10 albums there from 01-10 and I start playing 1,and then automatic goes to album 2 and so on,instead of repeating album 1 over and over.Hmm do I have to make a playlist for that? How? -- Ryssen QNAP TS-109Pro, Firmware

Re: [slim] Make SB continue wit next almbum?

Press Play on the artist name, and it'll play all albums in order. -- andyg andyg's Profile: http://forums.slimdevices.com/member.php?userid=3292 View this thread: http://forums.slimdevices.com/showthread.php?t=43001

Re: [slim] Using Jiggle to stop a mac going to sleep when playing music

I am not entirely sure which plugins are currently available for which versions of SlimServer/Squeezecenter. I think they are ok in 6.5.x but may not for 7 as yet. I use Execute Script for keeping the machine awake via Jiggler, and for switching Jiggler off, and ShutdownServer (which can

Re: [slim] Make SB continue wit next almbum?

Ok,thanks! -- Ryssen QNAP TS-109Pro, Firmware v2.0.0(0201T) ,IBM HDS7210KLA330 Ryssen's Profile: http://forums.slimdevices.com/member.php?userid=12754 View this thread:

Re: [slim] How do you use NetStumbler?

bpa;264968 Wrote: Netstumbler does not support all types of network card. What type of network card is in your PC ? What version of netstumbler did you install ? I installed NetStumbler onto my Toshiba A210 Wireless Laptop (which I bought about 3 weeks ago). I am able to access the

Re: [slim] How do you use NetStumbler?

If you are running XP then open Network Connections probably from Control Panel The display will show the different possible network connection - what is in the device name column for the wireless network connection entry. -- bpa

Re: [slim] Network Configuration Advice

You can also use Homeplug in conjunction wireless - for example use Homeplug to enable an second AP (doesn't have to be a repeater) to be installed to service outside or just to provide better coverage for Jive. -- bpa

Re: [slim] Attn: Logitech/Slim Devices - Amp Product suggeston (and POLL)

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Re: [slim] How do you use NetStumbler?

bpa;265101 Wrote: If you are running XP then open Network Connections probably from Control Panel The display will show the different possible network connection - what is in the device name column for the wireless network connection entry. Realtek RTL8187B Wireless 802.11g 54Mbps --

Re: [slim] SC7.0 - Internet Radio Problems

There is a Sonicwall then a cable modem/router... What am I looking for? I would have thought that if the SoftSqueeze can get the Internet Radio then so should the SB3. Cheers -- spc337 spc337's Profile:

[slim] SlimBox Receiver with integrated amp?

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Re: [slim] Network Configuration Advice

bpa;265103 Wrote: You can also use Homeplug in conjunction wireless - for example use Homeplug to enable an second AP (doesn't have to be a repeater) to be installed to service outside or just to provide better coverage for Jive.This sounds appealing. If I just used a second wireless AP

Re: [slim] SC7.0 - Internet Radio Problems

Try connecting your SB3 to SqueezeNetwork. If it works, there is no problem with your setup. -- andyg andyg's Profile: http://forums.slimdevices.com/member.php?userid=3292 View this thread:

Re: [slim] Announce: Album Catalog Creator for SlimServer

Frank, Thanks so much for all your hard work with this - it's exactly what I've been looking for. I've got a couple of questions... 1) How is it supposed to handle Various Artists? I've tagged all my VA albums as: Artist - Various Artists Title - Artist / Song title I've found it easiest for

Re: [slim] Network Configuration Advice

The home plug is a good idea instead of running cat5. Try and make sure that you get one that supports 100Mbps in both directions, these are sometimes labled as 200Mbps. The may cost a little more but will help reduce throughput problems especially if the mains is a little noisy. I think it has

Re: [slim] How do you use NetStumbler?

According to Netstumbler site - you will need the NDIS 5.1 driver for the Realtek card. If you have not heard of NDIS before or have not played around with device driver - then it may not be a good idea to experiment in this areas as you may mess up your network driver and disconnect yourself

Re: [slim] Make SB continue wit next almbum?

What's an almbum? MC -- ModelCitizen Somewhere, something incredible is waiting to be known. Transporter Bryston 4B ST PMC OB1s SB3 NAIM NAC 102 + HICAP NAIM NAP 180 Shahinian Arcs http://www.last.fm/user/ModelCitizen

Re: [slim] SlimBox Receiver with integrated amp?

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Re: [slim] SC7.0 - Internet Radio Problems

I tried to connect to SqueezeNetwork Beta and the SB3 tries to connect and then the display goes off, apparently in standby mode? -- spc337 spc337's Profile: http://forums.slimdevices.com/member.php?userid=14315 View this

[slim] Transferring radio favorites from Slimserver to SC

I have accumulated many 'Favorite' internet radio stations from multiple sources using Slimserver 6.5.5. I have been testing SC 7 for several weeks now on a different computer. Is there a way to transfer my radio Favorites list to a new installation of SC 7 without losing info? If I have posted

Re: [slim] media monkey and squeezbox

How does Slim server recognize all the music in Media Monkey? I'm pointing SS to the folder I keep my music. What am I missing? -- mgrosso mgrosso's Profile: http://forums.slimdevices.com/member.php?userid=15144 View this

[slim] Problem with favourites in SC7

Hi, I am having problems with adding itunes playlists to the favourites on SC7. It was working fine on SS6.5.4. When I add the playlist to favourites via SC7, the playlist is empty. I am running macosx10.5.1, SC7, SB3 Any help with this would be much appreciated. -- dtslllw

Re: [slim] Make SB continue wit next almbum?

It´s an album if you spell it right... -- Ryssen QNAP TS-109Pro, Firmware v2.0.0(0201T) ,IBM HDS7210KLA330 Ryssen's Profile: http://forums.slimdevices.com/member.php?userid=12754 View this thread:

Re: [slim] media monkey and squeezbox

I assume that you are buying the tracks that you are downloading. Are these tracks DRM encoded such as much of the music in iTunes? SlimServer cannot read these tracks and will ignore them. This might be why they don't appear. Firstly I don't know if Media Monkey produces compatible playlists.

Re: [slim] SC7.0 - Internet Radio Problems

Yep then you need to check the network settings on the SB, as it doesn't have internet access. Go to Current Settings and verify you have valid settings for gateway and DNS. -- andyg andyg's Profile:

Re: [slim] Network Configuration Advice

Excellent. Thanks for the tips. -- smc2911 smc2911's Profile: http://forums.slimdevices.com/member.php?userid=4388 View this thread: http://forums.slimdevices.com/showthread.php?t=42981

Re: [slim] Network Configuration Advice

On the other hand, since the SBR in the kitchen cupboard is going to be a permanent or semi-permanent installation, it might be worthwhile to run cat-5 (or pay somebody to do it). It's a good feeling to be able to eliminate all potential network problems and just enjoy the music. -- Pale Blue

Re: [slim] SC7.0 - Internet Radio Problems

I've reconfigured my network and put a new wireless AP directly to my CableModem/Router bypassing the SonicWall. This worked. I recalled that the sonicwall is configured to require virus protection to allow internet access and of course the SB3 wouldn't have it. Thus it connected fine to the

[slim] Replaygain Missing in 6.5.4?

I just did a fresh install of FreeBSD (6.3-RELEASE) and installed Slimserver from ports. I began playing my music back noticed the varying audio. After searching for replaygain (under player settings -- audio), I noticed there is not an option for replaygain. I searched the forums, but can't

Re: [slim] Stop Mac (Leapord) from sleeping while Squeezebox is running

I too am preparing to get a new Mac Mini to run Slimserver. I see on Macworld's site that a $20 software called Connect360 has a feature to disable Mac's sleep mode while streaming. Has anyone tried this? This looks a lot less intimidating than writing new scripts.

Re: [slim] SC7.0 - Internet Radio Problems

Glad to hear it. -- andyg andyg's Profile: http://forums.slimdevices.com/member.php?userid=3292 View this thread: http://forums.slimdevices.com/showthread.php?t=43000 ___

Re: [slim] Replaygain Missing in 6.5.4?

What player are you using? ReplayGain is not supported with SliMP3 or Squeezebox v1 players, only Squeezebox2 and newer. -- peterw http://www.tux.org/~peterw/ free plugins: http://www.tux.org/~peterw/#slim AllQuiet BlankSaver BottleRocket FuzzyTime SaverSwitcher SleepFade StatusFirst

Re: [slim] Any plans on Jive desktop application?

mflint;264623 Wrote: Oh - I'd be disappointed if SoftSqueeze goes away, as it was instrumental in my decision to buy the first SqueezeBox! Same here. I was intrigued with the SB3, and thought seriously about checking into it, but about five minutes after installing and playing around with

Re: [slim] SlimBox Receiver with integrated amp?

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Re: [slim] SlimBox Receiver with integrated amp?

iPhone wrote: If you are listening to FLAC, buy a Duet, nice amp, and a great pair of speakers being happy in the money you saved over the over priced Sonos. Or some nice powered speakers. One can spend from $10 up to many thousands of dollars (pounds, euros, etc.) on powered speakers. They

Re: [slim] Replaygain Missing in 6.5.4?

thanks for the fast response. i am actually using ...(ahem), roku soundbridge with firmware 40. so it is emulating a SqueezeBox1 (as far as i understand). that would explain it. -- rojah rojah's Profile:

Re: [slim] SlimBox Receiver with integrated amp?

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Re: [slim] Replaygain Missing in 6.5.4?

No time like the present to upgrade. :) -- dean dean's Profile: http://forums.slimdevices.com/member.php?userid=2 View this thread: http://forums.slimdevices.com/showthread.php?t=43006

Re: [slim] Announce: Album Catalog Creator for SlimServer

venus light;265120 Wrote: Frank, Thanks so much for all your hard work with this - it's exactly what I've been looking for. I've got a couple of questions... 1) How is it supposed to handle Various Artists? I've tagged all my VA albums as: Artist - Various Artists Title - Artist /

Re: [slim] SlimBox Receiver with integrated amp?

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