Re: [SlimDevices: Radio] Alarm fade-in not working if connection has dropped before.

2010-04-16 Thread bluegaspode
Loom;535829 Wrote: Didn't help woth this aspect, but generally the connection is much more stable for just playing music. Haven't had a drop since, as with 7.50 it stopped playing usually after one hour maximum. I wouldn't trust on this - the streams are buffered on the Radio, so you won't

Re: [SlimDevices: Radio] newbie question: remote, types of streams, log-in to webpages

2010-04-16 Thread Hans_NL
leafygreens;535930 Wrote: Hi, I'm considering getting the squeezebox radio. I just have a few basic questions: 1. Remote Can you use a universal off-the-shelf IR universal remote in place of the over-priced logitech remote. I assumed you can, but what are some of the technical

Re: [SlimDevices: Radio] newbie question: remote, types of streams, log-in to webpages

2010-04-16 Thread bpa
leafygreens;535930 Wrote: Hi, 3. webpage streams Some sites don't have dedicated streams. They have a flash object on the webpage and you click on the play button and it starts the stream. Are there Squeeze apps you can installed to handle these? For example, many NPR programs, like

Re: [SlimDevices: Radio] The last 2 firmware updates were horrible

2010-04-16 Thread simsboard
I guess to help it would be good to know at least the firmware-version regards simsboard -- simsboard so far only 1x Squeezebox Radio mainly used with mysb.com http://www.lastfm.de/user/weanabazi simsboard's Profile:

Re: [SlimDevices: Radio] newbie question: remote, types of streams, log-in to webpages

2010-04-16 Thread toby10
None of the SB players, including Radio, have the ability to see or respond to web/server screens at public access points. So having to select acceptance of terms or click here to continue cannot be accomplished by the player. You might be able to connect your Radio to a laptop, laptop clicks

Re: [SlimDevices: Radio] Screensavers behaving strange in 7.5

2010-04-16 Thread toby10
gooseduck;535907 Wrote: I will continue looking but would appreciate a link to instructions. Thanks. - uninstall current SBS Server software - install whatever SBS version you wish (Radio requires 7.4.0 or higher) - connect player to SBS server - update (downgrade) FW version --

[SlimDevices: Radio] Happy New Radio Owner + LineIn Question

2010-04-16 Thread Pipedream
Hi, Received my Radio today and impressed very nice package :) I was concerned that it would be low on the sound front compared to buying a Boom but its perfect for casual listening to music while you work etc. running at only about 40% volume level. Installation was pretty simple, seemed to

Re: [SlimDevices: Radio] The last 2 firmware updates were horrible

2010-04-16 Thread Tony T
simsboard;535986 Wrote: I guess to help it would be good to know at least the firmware-version regards simsboard As he references the recent fw update (and problems), he has 7.5.0 -- Tony T Tony T's Profile:

Re: [SlimDevices: Radio] dropping connection after firmware update

2010-04-16 Thread Tony T
egarc;535909 Wrote: I've noticed that my SBR at my office and SBR at home exhibit the exact same behavior. They both drop the connection with mysqueezebox.com but are solid on Squeezebox Server through my laptop. I listened to Slacker all day at the office and all evening at home. Between

Re: [SlimDevices: Radio] The last 2 firmware updates were horrible

2010-04-16 Thread bpa
Tony T;536054 Wrote: As he references the recent fw update (and problems), he has 7.5.0 Not necessarily - there are 7.5.1 updates as well if the OP is running SBS 7.5.1. -- bpa bpa's Profile:

Re: [SlimDevices: Radio] Alarm fade-in not working if connection has dropped before.

2010-04-16 Thread Loom
I noticed that the radio is using the mysqueezebox.com server in Vermont, VA - could this be because I'm using 7.51? Is it supposed to be beta? Because the web-interface is still handled via mysqueezebox.com and not test.mysqueezebox.com as with the betas before. Michael -- Loom

Re: [SlimDevices: Radio] newbie question: remote, types of streams, log-in to webpages

2010-04-16 Thread getprogs
Regarding the remote: You can use a standard remote; the IR codes are the same as JVC DVD players (used to own one, did confuse the missus from time to time ;-). As stated above the SBR can not authenticate to a web page - my only suggestion would also be to use Internet Connection Sharing

Re: [SlimDevices: Radio] dropping connection after firmware update

2010-04-16 Thread shacky4
I have two Squeezebox radios. The first one I bought last November. I bought the second one for work because I was so impressed with how the radios just worked. I mainly use the Rhapsody plug-in and play stations. Since the update, I am lucky to get an hour of play without the radio just

Re: [SlimDevices: Radio] dropping connection after firmware update

2010-04-16 Thread Ikabob
Are you using 7.5.0? -- Ikabob Ikabob's Profile: http://forums.slimdevices.com/member.php?userid=32088 View this thread: http://forums.slimdevices.com/showthread.php?t=76938

Re: [SlimDevices: Radio] 7.5.0 Hell -- when will 7.5.1 be out?

2010-04-16 Thread Chunkywizard
you just install SBS onto your PC/Mac/WHS and when you connect your Radio it will update to the latest firmware revision HTH CW -- Chunkywizard *Squeezebox:* Boom x2 (Lounge and Office), Radio (with battery) *Server:* 7.5.0 for Windows Home Server (HP EX-490 MediaSmart Server) *Plugins:*

Re: [SlimDevices: Radio] 7.5.0 Hell -- when will 7.5.1 be out?

2010-04-16 Thread aubuti
Chunkywizard;536152 Wrote: you just install SBS onto your PC/Mac/WHS and when you connect your Radio it will update to the latest firmware revision And note that if you are trying to rollback to the firmware that corresponds to SBS 7.4.2 (which on the Radio would be r8423), if you then connect

[SlimDevices: Radio] Lose WiFi after unplugging???

2010-04-16 Thread RedCoat999
An Amazon Reviewer says you lose the WiFi connection settings if you unplug and the plug it back in somewhere else in the house: The Squeezbox loses the wifi access if it loses power. I guess this is a security plus, but its a usefulness minus since it means i cannot simply unplug the device and

Re: [SlimDevices: Radio] Lose WiFi after unplugging???

2010-04-16 Thread Mnyb
RedCoat999;536185 Wrote: An Amazon Reviewer says you lose the WiFi connection settings if you unplug and the plug it back in somewhere else in the house: The Squeezbox loses the wifi access if it loses power. I guess this is a security plus, but its a usefulness minus since it means i

Re: [SlimDevices: Radio] Lose WiFi after unplugging???

2010-04-16 Thread toby10
Mnyb is correct. That reviewer is either a moron or has a very whacky network. I move my Boom Radio all the time, plug them in, they automatically goes through their regular network setup, 30 seconds tops to playing music again. -- toby10

Re: [SlimDevices: Radio] Lose WiFi after unplugging???

2010-04-16 Thread snarlydwarf
Whenever I visit the inlaws, I grab my Radio from work, and take it along with me. It remembers the network name at the inlaws as well as the key and is online as soon as I plug it in. So, um, yeah it drops Wifi when I unplug it and toss it in the car for a couple hours. It comes right back

[SlimDevices: Radio] Squeezebox Radio Accessory Pack

2010-04-16 Thread ldmmlongs
After reading MickeyG's post from the 2nd of March then calling today to inquire about the status of my order for a Squeezebox Radio Accessory Pack I am starting to feel like I have been scammed. MickeyG's post said I can promise to do what I can to make them available as soon as possible on

Re: [SlimDevices: Radio] newbie question: remote, types of streams, log-in to webpages

2010-04-16 Thread leafygreens
getprogs;536119 Wrote: Regarding the remote: You can use a standard remote; the IR codes are the same as JVC DVD players (used to own one, did confuse the missus from time to time ;-). As stated above the SBR can not authenticate to a web page - my only suggestion would also be to use

Re: [SlimDevices: Radio] newbie question: remote, types of streams, log-in to webpages

2010-04-16 Thread toby10
leafygreens;536249 Wrote: I wonder if there is an app for it. Earlier I came across an apps site for SB Radio. Anyone know about it? I was hoping there's a way to use the laptop Squeeze Center to get the SB Radio to click accept. Then for the rest of the session, the SB Radio would be

Re: [SlimDevices: Radio] Squeezebox Radio Accessory Pack

2010-04-16 Thread ldmmlongs
Yes I have. No as long ago as your February order (which is almost unbelieveable for a major corporation like Logitech). I have read some other threads about this since my post it's almost like a 'mom pop' company. No stock, no estimated dates, no idea of when might be a possibility. The

Re: [SlimDevices: Radio] Alarm Reliability -- Obvious Modification

2010-04-16 Thread peterdgreenway
.. you know what I may dust of my programming and have a crack ! The other point I think I should have made is that the selected alarm sound should not be dependent on network connectivity. -- peterdgreenway

[SlimDevices: Radio] Podcasts - Listened To Indicator?

2010-04-16 Thread dydx
Hi! Just suggesting a simple new feature for the SB Radio and Touch and even SBS. It would be nice if there was some visual way of knowing which podcasts you have already listened to, and which were new. A little tick or something maybe on the list...? Would anyone else find this a useful

[SlimDevices: Radio] Presets under button 1 and two dissapearing.

2010-04-16 Thread Valconi
I don't know what it is, but the 1 and 2 button don't want anything under them. 3,4,5 and 6 are more willing. How can I solve this. I hold the 1 button when it plays a radiostation and the display shows an announcement that it's stored under number 1. But it isn't. -- Valconi

Re: [SlimDevices: Radio] dropping connection after firmware update

2010-04-16 Thread Tony T
shacky4;536120 Wrote: I have two Squeezebox radios. The first one I bought last November. I bought the second one for work because I was so impressed with how the radios just worked. I mainly use the Rhapsody plug-in and play stations. Since the update, I am lucky to get an hour of play

Re: [SlimDevices: Radio] Lose WiFi after unplugging???

2010-04-16 Thread danull
RedCoat999;536185 Wrote: An Amazon Reviewer says you lose the WiFi connection settings if you unplug and the plug it back in somewhere else in the house: The Squeezbox loses the wifi access if it loses power. I guess this is a security plus, but its a usefulness minus since it means i

[SlimDevices: Radio] Plug-in update notification on Radio

2010-04-16 Thread vdeknock
I get a notification on the SBS webpage GUI when an updated plug-in is available for my other devices (Boom/SB3). With the radio they are all handled at the radio level and not the server level - apart from checking how else do you know a new version is available? Do you have to keep reading

Re: [SlimDevices: Radio] Plug-in update notification on Radio

2010-04-16 Thread erland
I think you currently have to goto the Settings/Advanced/Applet Installer menu and check if any applet is marked as (Updates). You can register an enhancement request at http://bugs.slimdevices.com that describes that you would like to somehow be notified in similar was as in the web interface.