Re: [slim] What's your favorite device for remotely controlling your Squeezebox?

ck on the cradle in favour of something with graphic feedback. Moose on a netbook,very nice but now bypassed in favour of Ipeng. I've never really liked the web gui and only ever use it for maintenance. -- nacmacfeegle Custom mini itx server in a 1940s radio case, currently being revamped t

Re: [slim] Tool to search for cover art in my library?

Thanks for the advice on un-embedding guys. I have 3 copies of my library at the moment, HD, NAS (routine backup) and external 'security disc', so am quite prepared to play a little with Bliss in automagic mode. -- nacmacfeegle custom mini itx server in a 1940s radio case>hom

Re: [slim] Tool to search for cover art in my library?

I'm about to try Bliss on my messy artwork, how do I 'un-embed' artwork that is already done? And is it better to do this before I let Bliss loose on my collection? Thanks in advance. -- nacmacfeegle custom mini itx server in a 1940s radio case>homeplug>Netgear router>

Re: [slim] Anyone up for a fun little survey?

I now have stacks of music everywhere in the house, not stacks of CD cases everywhere I have defeated the wee one's urge to post rusks and cookies into disc drives. -- nacmacfeegle custom mini itx server in a 1940s radio case>homeplug>Netgear router> Kitchen --- SB3>Ae

Re: [slim] better windows app to control squeezebox

citizen10bears;584913 Wrote: > Maybe we should lobby the guys behind iPeng to do something? He has already posted on this thread! -- nacmacfeegle custom mini itx server in a 1940s radio case>homeplug>Netgear router> Kitchen --- SB3>Aego M Conservatory --- >SB3>Mus

Re: [slim] How Do You Control Your Squeezebox(es)?

-- nacmacfeegle custom mini itx server in a 1940s radio case>homeplug>Netgear router> Kitchen --- SB3>Aego M Conservatory --- >SB3>Musical Fidelity Tempest>Canon S50 Lounge SB3>yamaha 863>Kef3005SE Bedroom---boom Control---Samsung NC10 running the excellent Moose.

Re: [slim] Napster UK Subscription details

re-ripping, but I don't really know an awful lot about that. -- nacmacfeegle custom mini itx server in a 1940s radio case>homeplug>Netgear router> Kitchen --- SB3>Aego M Conservatory --- >SB3>Musical Fidelity Tempest>Canon S50 Lounge SB3>yamaha 863>Kef3005SE Bedroom-

Re: [slim] Disappointed

and other local stations. Hope you find it, Radio Scotland is probably my most listened to radio service. -- nacmacfeegle custom mini itx server in a 1940s radio case>homeplug>Netgear router> Kitchen --- SB3>Aego M Conservatory --- >SB3>Musical Fidelity Tempest>Canon S50

Re: [slim] How do you slot a new track(s) in the middle of a currently playing playlist

yer hoose. -- nacmacfeegle custom mini itx server in a 1940s radio case>homeplug>Netgear router> Kitchen --- SB3>Aego M Conservatory --- >SB3>Musical Fidelity Tempest>Canon S50 Lounge SB3>yamaha 863>Kef3005SE Bedroom---boom Control---Samsung NC10 running the excellent M

Re: [slim] What's in a name: squeezebox?

"a word with no echoes in current popular music" I can think of a few artists that have used a squeezebox to project their talents... Arcade Fire Tom Waits The Pogues Les Negresses Vertes That said, I'd much rather hear a guitar.. -- nacmacfeegle custom mini itx server i

Re: [slim] Kentucky Fried Squeezebox?

Hi Carl, welcome to the UK. Have a look at this threadit should give you a few pointers to source a new PS. http://forums.slimdevices.com/showthread.php?t=54044&highlight=uk+power -- nacmacfeegle custom mini itx server in a 1940s radio case>homeplug>Netgear router> Kitchen

Re: [slim] What is the origin or meaning of your user name?

The Nacmacfeegle are a set of characters in Terry Pratchett's books. OStensibly Scottish, with definite west coast accents. They are mischevious pictsies thrown out of fairy land for getting drunk and partying too much. They have a fear of their real names being written down and used ag

Re: [slim] Switch SB3 from SC to SN before turning on

Yes, I use it on windows XP, and all the set up is done in the Squeezecentre Plugins interface. Very simple for windows users. Why don't you post the queries on the thread above, I'm sure someone would be able to help you. Good luck, happy listening. -- nacmacfeegle Crusty old De

Re: [slim] Switch SB3 from SC to SN before turning on

nd SC so I can tell at a glance whether the server is off or not. Alternatively you could disable wake on lan at your NAS. -- nacmacfeegle Crusty old Dell>Netgear router>homeplug> Kitchen --- SB3>AEgo M Conservatory --- SB3>Musical Fidelity Tempest>Canon S50 Lounge (work in progr

Re: [slim] Receiver LED too bright

Maybe try inserting a slivver of coloured acetate between the light pipe and the LED. I don't have an SBR so can't check if this is possible I had cause to change the colour of one of my SB3s recently and used some coloured acetate, the effect was quite pleasing. -- nacmacfeeg

Re: [slim] Wireless - yes, Homeplug - No

Woobag, can you get the Squeezebox to connect to Squeezenetwork? This will confirm (or otherwise)the SB>homeplug>router>internet is working. You don't say how your server is connected or what it is etc... -- nacmacfeegle Crusty old Dell>Netgear router>homeplug>

Re: [slim] How do you use your Squeezbox/Receiver/Transporter

I now have three SB3s all on the ground floor and in adjacent (pretty much) rooms. FWIW I seldom synch the set up, mostly due to my listening habits. Plus I don't really like leaving stereos etc switched on if nobody is in the room. -- nacmacfeegle Crusty old Dell>Netgear router

Re: [slim] Swimming pool version of controller...

http://forums.slimdevices.com/search.php?searchid=1030994 Maybe find something useful here -- nacmacfeegle Crusty old Dell>Netgear router>homplug> Kitchen --- SB3>AEgo M Conservatory --- SB3>Musical Fidelity Tempest>Canon S50 More Audiofo

Re: [slim] Desire Advice: SB drops out

I use a couple of Devolo Homeplugs to connect an SB3 to my router, it works fine even though the two ends of the 'wired' network are on separate circuits in the house. This may a solution for the original poster. -- nacmacfeegle Crusty old Dell>Netgear router>homplug> Kit

Re: [slim] How to Purchase IR Blaster in the UK?

makes sense really. I would have played more but Scotland were winning at the rugby for a change! -- nacmacfeegle Crusty old Dell>Netgear router>homplug> Kitchen --- SB3>AEgo M Conservatory --- SB3>Musical Fidelity Temp

Re: [slim] How to Purchase IR Blaster in the UK?

Dunno, its an IR repeater so I guess so... If I get a chance I'll try it over the weekend as I have a couple of spare repeaters, if no-one else chips in between now and then. -- nacmacfeegle Crusty old Dell>Netgear router>homplug> Kitchen --- SB3>AEgo M Conservatory --- SB3

Re: [slim] How to Purchase IR Blaster in the UK?

http://www.letsautomate.com/10063.cfm? Something here may suit your needs. Caveat:- I've never used the blaster via the SB3, but I do have their (Xantech) other stuff controlling gear hidden away and have not had any issues. Good luck. -- nacmacfeegle Crusty old Dell>Netgear router

Re: [slim] Is this possible?

free so what do you have to lose! -- nacmacfeegle Crusty old Dell>Netgear router>homplug> Kitchen --- SB3>AEgo M Conservatory --- SB3>Musical Fidelity Tempest>Canon S50 More Audiofool than Audiophile!

Re: [slim] Best way to make systems more available "to the average Joe"?

on basic terms) the network properly is key to a joyful relationship with the Squeezies. The book I got even had nice pictures, which is always good for the Non Geek... Instead of someone writing a manual, perhaps some recommendations on good books, or sources of guidance.... -- nacmacfee

Re: [slim] SlimServer iTunes plugin...

Aye, sorry guys my bad, I use Itunes but I don't have it integrated with the slimserverNow I know why! -- nacmacfeegle Crusty old Dell>Netgear router>homplug> Kitchen --- SB3>AEgo M Conservatory --- SB3>Musical Fidelity Tempest>Canon S50 More Au

Re: [slim] Digital audio out via USB

What type of DAC/Amp is it, some recent ones have USB and this can be used to plug a memory stick or drive into, others can take an ipod or similar, I've not heard of them taking a stream via usb, but could be mistaken -- nacmacfeegle Crusty old Dell>Netgear router>hompl

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

t. > > I think the Inguz plugin has some EQ functionality, which seems to do the job with my Aego Ms. -- nacmacfeegle Crusty old Dell>Netgear router>homplug> Kitchen --- SB3>AEgo M Conservatory --- SB3>Musical Fidelity Tempest

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

arket is already pretty much catered for, at all budget levels. Given that the new reciever is so small, I'd expect it to be hidden in many installations, I certainly have a few ideas I'd like to try out with it. -- nacmacfeegle Crusty old Dell>Netgear router>homplug> K

Re: [slim] SlimServer iTunes plugin...

"Any changes in music library always require a SlimServer rescan, regardless of the source." I'm pretty sure that if you 'browse music folder' via the SB to your changed music directories, eg a new album etc, then you don't need a rescan. -- nacmacfeegle

Re: [slim] Media monkey with slimserver?

when I browse music folder via the SB3 remote. Obviously Slimserver is told to look here for playlists. I'm not at my home so can't go through the process step by step, but its pretty straightforward, which is just as well really..... -- na

Re: [slim] Is my Squeezebox 3 dead?

27;ll need some TorX screwdrivers to open the case. -- nacmacfeegle nacmacfeegle's Profile: http://forums.slimdevices.com/member.php?userid=4889 View this thread: http://forums.slimdevices.com/showthread.p

Re: [slim] Wow - Squeezebox in Frys

gifts' in the new year..... -- nacmacfeegle nacmacfeegle's Profile: http://forums.slimdevices.com/member.php?userid=4889 View this thread: http://forums.slimdevices.com/showthr

Re: [slim] UK prices up on Amazon

Musketeer, I'm currently on secondment from the UK to Melbourne, this looks like a good deal so where did you get it from, at that price? Thanks -- nacmacfeegle nacmacfeegle's Profile: http://forums.slimd

Re: [slim] Soma FM Groovesalad problem?

Seems to be working fine up here on the North East coast of Scotland. Normally no problems either as this is one of my favourites. -- nacmacfeegle nacmacfeegle's Profile: http://forums.slimdevices.com/member.php?u

[slim] Re: Powered speakers

I got a set of Aego speakers too, and they sound pretty good in my kitchen. -- nacmacfeegle nacmacfeegle's Profile: http://forums.slimdevices.com/member.php?userid=4889 View this thread: http://forums.slimdevice

[slim] Re: Transporter - its even made BBC News this morning!

radish Wrote: > - Slim's sales figures. The article states they have almost 50k > customers, if we assume an average of 2 players per customer we get > 100k players sold. I bought one in the UK and ordered one direct from SD. How do they know who has how many? --

[slim] Re: What's next from Slim? Speculate here.

standardisation or some sort of technical ‘lock down’ as part of the simplification. So for the future, maybe a ‘dumbed down’ Slim base and preconfigured SBs, all talking to each other straight out of the box, just like a Sonos. -- nacmacfeegle

[slim] Re: A Silly Poll

My bairn is almost 4, he loves the squeezebox especially when the 'jumping beans' (equaliser screensaver) dance to his favourite songs. He knows how to cue them up by pressing the favourite button then the play button on the remote. -- na