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Ad-Hoc

Anyone know (for sure) how to setup/connect 2 PPC together for file transfer using an ad-hoc connection?
The AIM is to copy/move files to my friends xda while sitting in the pub faster than IR or BlueTooth.

Wrong forum for this question, my friend
Use Bluetooth File Transfer or IR file transfer (Beam app). It's easy enough to do.
p.s. You can always do the 'sneakernet' thing and copy files to an SD card on one device and move it to the other WM device (if all you want to do is move files).

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Thank for advice, but not what im looking for. And sorry for the wrong placement, im a bit blinkerd and look in Univerasal most of the time.
Thanks all the same

You are very welcome, we try to help, even if we are snide about it some times.
Ahh, I see. You meant a WiFi connection in 'ad hoc' mode (vs. infrastructure mode) . You would have to set one of the XDAs in ad-hoc mode so it can act as an access-point. That can be done but I don't know if this will enable file-sharing. No such animal exists on any Windows Mobile devices (or at least I am not aware of any such software) and I don't know of any relevant shareware either so it can't be done this way.
Is there a reason you don't want to use the sneakernet approach? If you are only doing this occasionally it's just a minor pain in the rear-end.
Edit: Let me correct myself here and state that while you can actually use the WM5 devices in ad-hoc mode they cannot be used for transferring files, etc. You can use one of the devices as pass-thru just to, for example, browse the web. Although, I suppose that if you can run a FTP server on one of the devices (is there such a thing?) you can always use FTP to move files which would sort of negate the entire usability aspect of wireless.
For details on setting WM devices in ad-hoc mode read the very informative article here.

LogMeIn - doesnt work, dont know if T-HD specific problem?

hey guys
it's a f***n' mess..
I just tried the RDProtocol to remotely control my laptop computer with my Touch HD - it doenst work. OK - don't hesitate - just try the alternatives. I did. LogMeIn. People around the web and this board mean, its quite easy to install.
So i installed the client for my laptop, registered with my offical mail account, rebooted my system and now?
First think - not TouchHD specific: My laptop pc is not shown on the list in my account management at logmein's webpage. Ok, perhaps i can handle it somewhen in the future.
The second thing is:
I visited "logmein.com/pda" with either Opera Mobile and PIE - nothing happens (because some people said, that there will appear a popup to install the mobile client)
However - i downloaded the client from someone in the board, installed it - but: I cannot found a program to start anywhere.
When i try to call the laptop and the listening LogMeIn-Server on port 2002 with my browser - nothing happens.
So... the only little thing i want is to remote my Laptop... but PITA - its not working. Can someone help, please?
thanks a lot for every hint!
nicky
(pls excuse the bad spelling... i'm much better in german writing ^^ )

Mate,...Logmein works fine with the native internet explorer on your device (press "start" tab and you can see the ie7 like logo on there and use that)... it does not work with Opera (didnt for me anyway).
The so called logmein client you refer to is no more than a plugin for internet explorer so if you have it instaled and using the internet explorer as i mentioned above you just got to the logmein home page and login and all will be clear to you

but i tried it with the native internet explorer (PIE - pocket iexp.)... ok, then i guess its a problem with my account, because i'm not able to add my laptop to the "computer list" at the logmein-webpage...
thanks anyway!

try logging into the webpage from the laptop itself
to add it (I think that's what i did)
nickaat said:
hey guys
it's a f***n' mess..
I just tried the RDProtocol to remotely control my laptop computer with my Touch HD - it doenst work. OK - don't hesitate - just try the alternatives. I did. LogMeIn. People around the web and this board mean, its quite easy to install.
So i installed the client for my laptop, registered with my offical mail account, rebooted my system and now?
First think - not TouchHD specific: My laptop pc is not shown on the list in my account management at logmein's webpage. Ok, perhaps i can handle it somewhen in the future.
The second thing is:
I visited "logmein.com/pda" with either Opera Mobile and PIE - nothing happens (because some people said, that there will appear a popup to install the mobile client)
However - i downloaded the client from someone in the board, installed it - but: I cannot found a program to start anywhere.
When i try to call the laptop and the listening LogMeIn-Server on port 2002 with my browser - nothing happens.
So... the only little thing i want is to remote my Laptop... but PITA - its not working. Can someone help, please?
thanks a lot for every hint!
nicky
(pls excuse the bad spelling... i'm much better in german writing ^^ )
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It seems to work though I can't convince it to enter the password correctly when locked

But why doesnt RDP work for your laptop? Do you get any error messages? did you add a password to your account?
maybe it's easier to solve that problem instead of trying alternatives? i mean PIE is extremely slow..

Imperium said:
But why doesnt RDP work for your laptop? Do you get any error messages? did you add a password to your account?
maybe it's easier to solve that problem instead of trying alternatives? i mean PIE is extremely slow..
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also what Operating system is the laptop running ?
for example Vista home doesn't support incomming rdp without hacking
one of the vnc clones is a typical way around this.
and as Imperium said rdp won't work with accounts that have no password
and it has to be dumbed down for some rdp clients
see second link
http://www.howtogeek.com/howto/windows-vista/turn-on-remote-desktop-in-windows-vista/
http://articles.techrepublic.com.com/5100-10878_11-6166676.html

logmein
I too had issues to start with, but a little playing around and it works fine. You have to use the "keyboard" input method, using small keys I find works fine. For me the " is mapped to shift 2 a quick think about that and I think logmein is using the local of the PC your controlling so in the UK shift 2 is ". BTW my regional settings are set to UK on the HD. Using the touch friendly keyboard (full qwerty) wouldn't work at all for me with the loginme control.
Hope that helps you!

twerki78 said:
I too had issues to start with, but a little playing around and it works fine. You have to use the "keyboard" input method, using small keys I find works fine. For me the " is mapped to shift 2 a quick think about that and I think logmein is using the local of the PC your controlling so in the UK shift 2 is ". BTW my regional settings are set to UK on the HD. Using the touch friendly keyboard (full qwerty) wouldn't work at all for me with the loginme control.
Hope that helps you!
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this might help too
http://forum.xda-developers.com/archive/index.php/t-444641.html

[Q] Need advice on a remote monitoring solution

I'm looking for an app or method for stealth monitoring of my own phones. I would like to be able to record video/audio, take control (ie: vnc/rdp) etc.
I was thinking I could accomplish most of this via CLI using ssh or whatever, but I was hoping there is a more streamlined app already out there that I could use.
Stealth is key. For example if someone stole my phone I would like to be able to monitor what they are doing, record audio from the mic secretly, capture video from cam, stuff like that.
This is mostly just for testing and playing, but also for security.
Thanks!

What about Andoid Lost http://www.androidlost.com/ not sure if it could do all but can be 'hidden' on the phone.

i have used both spybubble and webwatcher mobile. Webwatcher was better but more expensive. If I had a need to use one again i would try:
http://www.mobile-spy.com/

[Q] App to control home systems

Hi I know this sounds like a broad idea so ill get straight to the point.
I have a front door lock. I will lickley be getting the August lock or a Kevo. I have wireless lights and a NEST thermostat in the house also, the idea is that I want to create one app to control all my home wireless devices. I might use a rasberry pie which would act as some sort of repeater to link all my IR, RF, Wireless, devices to the Internet so I can use the app from anywhere in the world.
Is this possible? How difficult?
I found a device that can act as the controller to all the individual things in the house and links them to the internet however it uses its own app. any way to override the app with my own design?
Thanks!

Yes it is possible
We used to have a college thesis like this one back in the day. One solution that I can think of right now is you need to have the following:
1. Google App Engine to host a web app that connect your phone and a computer in your home
2. A custom mobile app that will communicate with the web app.
3. A computer / rasberry pi that will query the web app to know which switch to turn on / off. You'll need a USB relay to connect the computer with an appliance or a light bulb.
These are the three things I would start if I was to build one again. Good luck

Hey thanks for the reply.
That is reassuring. I will be communicating wirelessly to the lights however ( or the dimmable wall switch I should say).but that's the least of my concerns.
The main part is what you discussed. Any ideas how much I would need to pay someone to make the app? At there templates? I have some friend who are fantastic programmers however they have not touched apps b4.

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cowwalk said:
Hey thanks for the reply.
That is reassuring. I will be communicating wirelessly to the lights however ( or the dimmable wall switch I should say).but that's the least of my concerns.
The main part is what you discussed. Any ideas how much I would need to pay someone to make the app? At there templates? I have some friend who are fantastic programmers however they have not touched apps b4.
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No idea how much for the custom app but it cost me about 100 dollars (hardware and software) when I was in college to build the whole thing. Back then I only used SMS to communicate and not the internet. It would be fun building it your self.
If you want a ready made one, there are available ones in the market, and it would cost you about $50. Try searching for Belkin WeMo switch

Fire TV 2 - Rooted and having a couple of issues

I have a FTV2 rooted to 5.2.1.1 using the guide at atvnews. I have installed Kodi and configured it to my liking. Im using HDMI cable to connect it to directly to my Harman Kardon AVR-154 input HDMI3. I have used this port for other devices and I can get surround sound so I know the port works on the receiver. Im also running Kodi 16.2 Jarvis.
Anyhow, I cant get digital audio to come through my speakers from the AVR unit. I have sound coming out from the TV. My TV is a Samsung unit, it has CEC enabled and it locates the FTV2 unit.
I have logged into Kodi and enabled pass through and enabled digital receiver option as well. On my receiver, I have HDMI3 selected and regardless of the digital output option selected, there is no audio coming out of my speakers when a movie is being played. Is there any option or setting I can change to get this working?
When I checked audio on the FTV its set to Digital Output through HDMI.
Finally, another issue I am having is the original remote not being able to be paired with my FTV2. Im using a USB hub, so I have a physical keyboard connected to it and am able to navigate through the menus this way but would like to have my original remote working. I have tried the system options method and its not working.
Any suggestions to my two issues?

google firetv kodi sorround (first result on xda, even has pictures)
google firetv pair remote (look for the reddit thread)
Also, don't expect anyone to care that you connected your FireTV to HDMI port 3, and that your AV reciever outputs "digital audio" to your speakers (doubt it), or which Harman Cardon receiver you bought. Chances are you will not find anyone in here with the same setup to be able to replicate your issue, so you have to start thinking and breaking down the issue yourself.
The internet is not a free support tech, that will stand in you living room and mutter "have you tried port 2 instead":
It s the "can someone fix my home router" issue all over again. Connectivity issues are hard to "phone in solutions for". It is your responsibility to try to understand and solve them, not ours. Never expect custom made solutions for your equipment, your port configuration, and so on. It's not going to happen.
Other people troubleshooting your issue (I'm refering to the xda thread I'm having you look up yourself) have installed different Kodi builds (SMPC) and even switched AVRs to pinpoint the issue. Maybe try some of that yourself. (After reading the thread I am refering to).
Also - use google. Keep questions at least somewhat concise. Show that you have tried to tackle the issue yourself (including google). If your remote turns out to be broken (in the reddit thread you find the button press thats needed to put it in pair mode), don't ask XDA for help, thats a product support question...
ALso, nothing of what you describe has anything to do with being rooted, so the title is misleading.

Hopefully a bit more useful then the post above.. (If thats all you had to say, then, why bother responding in the first place?)
1) To the Remote.... AFAIK the Remote that comes with the AFTV2 is some 802.11 WiFi job that only works with the AFTV(2)? It is NOT to be confused with the older Bluetooth Remote (AFTV1), which as I understand does not have the Mic on it. Sadly I have the latter Device, and the way to pair it is to depress the Home Button for 20s. Yes the on-screen instructions say 10s but in my experience that's BS! You'll know that the Remote is pairing when the throbbing white light turns yellow-brown. Before going back to white, and disappearing all together.
As to your Audio Setup... Have you made sure to go into System > Settings > System (Making sure to have activated the 'Expert' Settings level), then; Audio output
Number of Channels - 2.0 (Yes this must always be 2.0 for everything to work!)
Enable Passthrough (Obviously)
Dolby Digital (AC3) capable, and
-Enable Dolby Digital (AC3) Transcoding
This may be the cause of your problems. In short you have to enable this IF you have an older Amp such as myself which does NOT support PCM Multichannel Audio. (Something which is AFAIK only available over HDMI e.g. Dolby HD & DTS-MA*), you will NOT want to enable this. Otherwise if you have to use the older S/PDIF (Optical or, Coaxial), to drive your Amp, in my case though my TVs ARC (Audio Return Channel), e.g. the S/PDIF Out is on the TV. Then you must enable it their.
One other note here Depending on your TV, you may also have to troll though the Audio Settings there and, locate the Digital Out Setting (Or whatever passes for that Setting on your set.), and either set it to PCM, or Compressed. In my setup it has to be compressed for DD/DTS to work
DTS capable receiver should probably also be ticked.
Now to test it...
I would recommend you find the Big Buck Bunny Add-on, since it covers a broader range of parameters. Resolution, 3D, Audio Formats which seems to be your chief concern here. I could also just toss out their that IceFilms also has mostly 720p HD Shows, and Movies as well and more often then not also in DD5.1. though the latter is less shady then the former, even if it's less practical. But, unless you have some idea of where to find HQ Stuff with DD5.1 or DTS, then chances are it will certainly only be an AAC 2.0 Stream. Which of course will never be in Surround.
*If your AMP for NOT support either DD-HD, or DTS-MA, then it may be safe to assume that it also doesn't not support PCM Audio either. In which case you'll need to readjust your settings to use the S/PDIF settings instead.

Congratulations, you just spelled out the entire posting I suggested the OP googles for once again, in regards to the correct pass through settings.
(To be fair, you went into more detail regarding PCM Audio vs other Kodi Audio options, than even the original thread.)
You spelled out that to re-pair the remote, you have to press the home key for 20 seconds. Which the OP would have learned by googling firetv pair remote, in five seconds on their own.
I do not assume the OP is struggling with a Fire TV 1 remote, also - the AFTV2 doesn't have a SPDIF out anymore.
To be honest, somewhere after "I rooted my Fire TV", "I put the cable in HDMI 3", and "my Harman Kardon sends digital audio to my speakers" - I lost all patience with the a guy that needed Kodi settings he could have googled in 5 minutes and an instruction on how to get the remote into pairing mode, which he could have googled in 5 seconds.
You are a better man than I am - I would have liked to see the OP go the long route to get to the same answers...
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Two other nice things to learn from this:
- Make the posting title descriptive, and not the first thing thats comes to your mind, or a bait and switch that ultimately has nothing to do with your question. Other people might search this forum for the same issue - and a descriptive title helps them not to have to ask the question again, and that means that we don't have to answer it again - because presumably most people can be asked to google an issue, before resorting to a personal help request.
- Show that you took some effort to pinpoint the issue first. If your request starts with a description of your living room, something urks me as being wrong. Don't name your AV reciever, but take the time to learn which audio standards it supports. Don't state, that the Fire TV hangs on HDMI 3 - but take the time to test the other HDMI ports so you can exclude that one as the cause of your problems..
Basics.
Also - leaning how to do basic troubleshooting using google on your own - isn't necessarily a bad thing, because the next time you won't be describing your livingroom to people on the internet again, if you should have a different issue.
Don't assume, we like doing the legwork (what audio standards does his receiver support, yes - lets play Amazon support and tell him how to pair his remote (because of course you didn't consult the manual (page 43 btw: https://s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/customerdocumentation/Amazon_Fire_TV_User_Guide.pdf ) or google).

I did use google and even reddit and was recommended to come here by someone.
I wasnt looking for a step-by-step guide, merely if someone else had a similar issue. By pointing out my hardware, perhaps someone ran into a different issue with the same make or even model of AVR unit. But I was simply hoping for some direction or what I could check and test for.
I simply asked for insight or what I could look for, not to have a reply that really wasnt necessary.

And by mentioning root and HDMI 3, you set the perimeters to make sure that, ...
Its ok - you won.
Someone did provide a detailed solution.
Just understand, that if you had found the surround sound settings topic before, Ichijoes explanation would now possibly be visible there, where future users would find it more easily. In a thread named "Im rooted and have two issues" - they probably won't look.
Also, just as an aside and not meant as a passive agressive poke - AV recievers have to be interoperable with other equipments. Thats where standards come in (which audio standards does mine support, which audio format do I want from Kodi...) -- so it actually is worth the time to "learn them". They basically are what also the manufacturer is "betting on", so he has a market he can sell into.
The chance that someone also owns the exact same equipment and has solved exactly your problem before, and now happens to see your thread - is always very low with all interoperability/connectivity stuff. Understand that there are maybe a dozen of people floating around in a forum like this who can and might be willing to do even basic trouble shooting for you. Maybe 100s if you add the educated lurkers out there who might chime in, when they see an issue they have solved in the past.
Thats your "pool" for the off chance - "maybe you have the same equipment and issue as I do" bet. And usually it means, that you arent successfull with it. Now if you just ask the standards question (even on the level of "I cant get surround sound - what could be the culprit") your chances increase manyfold.
So whenever I see a "i have a A and a B, and they don't work - I've already restarted the device" usually not only does it read to me as "doesn't know the basics", it also screams "doesnt wan't to learn, wan'ts product support". Now while this is a product forum (and XDA also sees the people in here as a product support community) -- people in here usually don't see themselves as product support assistants.
Again - not saying this in an aggressive tone, this is the post-battle talk - about details that will eventually be lost, when this thread leaves the first pages.
Standards matter. Showing that you'd much rather "learn" than to get your problem solved matters as well. At least to me... But then, what do I know...