Re: [slim] Humorous bug of the day

2008-11-05 Thread mikeselectricstuff
All we need now is some work on the appallingly slow 'please wait' time on controller wakeup... -- mikeselectricstuff mikeselectricstuff's Profile: http://forums.slimdevices.com/member.php?userid=16264 View this thread

Re: [slim] 2 suggested enhancements

2008-09-02 Thread mikeselectricstuff
I'm not too bothered by the artwork, but really BIG TEXT for now playing would be good, especially for internet radio, where there won't be any artwork so most of the screen space is wasted, but you _are_ likely to want to look to see some info for an interesting track. -- mikeselectricstuff

Re: [slim] Wait a while after update released

2008-08-31 Thread mikeselectricstuff
Problem with running old versions is that until you update you have to wait for the receiver to up/downgrade firmware every time you switch between Squeezenetwork and the server. -- mikeselectricstuff mikeselectricstuff's

Re: [slim] Let's have a single Now Playing screensaver

2008-08-30 Thread mikeselectricstuff
an interesting track you just heard. Currently most of the screen space is just wasted. -- mikeselectricstuff mikeselectricstuff's Profile: http://forums.slimdevices.com/member.php?userid=16264 View this thread: http

Re: [slim] Non-standard Countries

2008-08-25 Thread mikeselectricstuff
I'm sure you can find a distributor with a more flexible shipping policy. Logitech isn't the only place to buy Logitech stuff... -- mikeselectricstuff mikeselectricstuff's Profile: http://forums.slimdevices.com

Re: [slim] Any Update on Multiple Server Instanaces on Single PC

2008-07-20 Thread mikeselectricstuff
Couldn't you just put each library in its own directory, and point SC at the dir containing these dirs. SC will merge the contents of the dirs when scanning, and you could point itunes at each individual dir? -- mikeselectricstuff

Re: [slim] Lightning killed ethernet port of my 1 year old SB3.....

2008-06-13 Thread mikeselectricstuff
I wouldn't expect lighning damage to be covered by warranty, but it might be covered by your house contents insurance. -- mikeselectricstuff mikeselectricstuff's Profile: http://forums.slimdevices.com/member.php?userid

Re: [slim] Connecting Receiver via Ethernet

2008-06-05 Thread mikeselectricstuff
setup from the controller, and that a factory reset (hold + when inserting battery) is the most reliable way. -- mikeselectricstuff mikeselectricstuff's Profile: http://forums.slimdevices.com/member.php?userid=16264 View

Re: [slim] Controller: Sorting albums (or lack thereof) NOTE BEFORE YOU BUY!

2008-05-18 Thread mikeselectricstuff
-- mikeselectricstuff mikeselectricstuff's Profile: http://forums.slimdevices.com/member.php?userid=16264 View this thread: http://forums.slimdevices.com/showthread.php?t=47800 ___ discuss

Re: [slim] Pixel policy?

2008-05-17 Thread mikeselectricstuff
Mine has a small line of a few pixels that 'twinkle' occasionally. -- mikeselectricstuff mikeselectricstuff's Profile: http://forums.slimdevices.com/member.php?userid=16264 View this thread: http://forums.slimdevices.com

[slim] Pausing Internet radio - room for improvem?ent..

2008-05-12 Thread mikeselectricstuff
? Or at least crossfade to the current stream whne the buffer empties? -- mikeselectricstuff mikeselectricstuff's Profile: http://forums.slimdevices.com/member.php?userid=16264 View this thread: http://forums.slimdevices.com

Re: [slim] Controlling Duet with IR??

2008-04-26 Thread mikeselectricstuff
orrinc;295653 Wrote: Dean, Any ideas how I could connect the IR signal to one of the connectors inside the Duet? Unlikley to be worth trying as I doubt there is any firmware support for it. -- mikeselectricstuff

Re: [slim] How to convert Wireless % to dBm?

2008-04-25 Thread mikeselectricstuff
, and there is almost certainly a not-easily defineable transfer function between the percentage and a nominal dBm figure as the measuring hardware is only designed to provide a rough figure. -- mikeselectricstuff

Re: [slim] How to convert Wireless % to dBm?

2008-04-25 Thread mikeselectricstuff
, unrealistic or just plain nonsensical, especially if the value is derived from secondary signal-quality indicators. -- mikeselectricstuff mikeselectricstuff's Profile: http://forums.slimdevices.com/member.php?userid=16264 View

Re: [slim] Controlling Duet with IR??

2008-04-25 Thread mikeselectricstuff
There does however appear to be provision on the receiver PCB for an IR receiver http://www.electricstuff.co.uk/sbduet.html (bottom of page) -- mikeselectricstuff mikeselectricstuff's Profile: http

Re: [slim] Duet: Hardware Feedback

2008-04-18 Thread mikeselectricstuff
I'd agree - the wheel works generally well when scrolling through lists but is not good at moving single steps - this is definitely something that needs some tweaks. -- mikeselectricstuff mikeselectricstuff's Profile

Re: [slim] Cant play downloads i have bought

2008-04-14 Thread mikeselectricstuff
autopilot;291460 Wrote: A better option than the burn re-rip method (which is a PITA and can murder sound quality) is to remove the DRM with something like QTFairUse6. Maybe someone should make a plugin using the above software... -- mikeselectricstuff

Re: [slim] SB3 Digital only mods - Is it worth the money

2008-04-06 Thread mikeselectricstuff
makes an audible difference, this is due to inadequacies at the receiving (DAC) end, and any efforts in improvement should be spent there. -- mikeselectricstuff mikeselectricstuff's Profile: http://forums.slimdevices.com

[slim] Duet suggestion - larger 'Now Playing text'

2008-04-03 Thread mikeselectricstuff
to wherever the remote happens to be sitting, typically in the cradle. While you're at it, it may also be nice to show the previous track, in case you just missed looking when it was on. -- mikeselectricstuff mikeselectricstuff's

Re: [slim] Non-US Duet Delivery?

2008-03-27 Thread mikeselectricstuff
Mediahome.co.uk have stock - ordered over weekend, received yesterday. -- mikeselectricstuff mikeselectricstuff's Profile: http://forums.slimdevices.com/member.php?userid=16264 View this thread: http