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Terry

I second the use of JSON. I use it a good bit in place of XML, a lot less 'fluff' in the data but still human-readable when needed. As an example, here is some JSON from my thermostat (Filtrete WiFi from Home Depot) : {"temp":76.00,"tmode":2,"fmode":0,"override&quo...

Thanks Richard, great link!

Hey Steve, I don't use the Arduino (at least not in Home Auto yet) but I have used a couple of the CAI Web control boards with HB that work really well. They're ethernet based rather than USB which allows me more freedom in their placement. The company link is: http://www.redhillnetworks.com/product...

Nice Work Bob! I've half-heartedly attempted this through the years but always gave up before I made any real progress. At some point it just became easier to use the external connector to do what I wanted. Now that all of my swremotes are HTML5/javascript/CSS3 (using mostly Sencha Touch) I haven't ...

No, don't use it. Just noticed the product and somewhat follow their forums.
Terry

The early versions (before the new tiny black models)of the ATVs run a slimmed down version of Apple's OSX OS - So it's a Unix OS under the skin. To enable SSH (a form of secure telnet) you'll need to unlock (think jailbreak) the OS. Its mostly painless and can be done without opening the box physic...

Steve, I can't help you with the IR part, and I don't have an ATV. I do have a house full of Apples though, and if you want to pursue enabling ssh on the ATV then I can definitely help you sleep and wake it over ethernet.

Terry

Great job Tim! Man, youre really moving on this! Although I doubt you'll need it, please let me know if you need any help.
Terry

This was just a quick example to show how to use iWebKit. To enable automatic updates you'll need to write your own AJAX code.

Good find Osler - have you seen Command Fusion? http://www.commandfusion.com/

Similar app, but more advanced (and more expensive) but you can get a free single-use dev license.
Terry

I was going your way with attempting to re-create a swremote in HTML/javascript but got discouraged and dropped it when I found out that the swremote <-> server communication was all binary. I have thought about writing a plugin that would offer a restful interface to HB but it became easier to just...

Hey all, sorry I'm so late to respond with anything - the new job has been crazy, now we're going through some organisational changes so that's got everyone stressed. The HTML example I posted was merely to show one how to use the iWebkit framework with HB's external control to make a pleasing inter...

Sure, I can post a few things - I'm on the road ATM so it may be a few days but I'll try to get some more examples up.

Terry

Hey Brian, yeah I'm still using it and slowly growing as I can find time between Kids, the job and the wife... :? I find the HTML5 app to be much faster than a using and RDP or logmein session and the iPhone-style controls are a HUGE hit with the wife. She really like that she can create separate ic...