Nathan
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On 2/21/2024 at 1:52 PM, theboomr said:
Considering that this is kinda more of an issue with smart TV OSes being set up to only support separate play/pause buttons, I think a future Skip remote should just include separate buttons. If you're using a device that does properly support a toggle/combined button then you can just use one of them, but otherwise it's better to just have both in case you need them, the way Harmony remotes did.
I can't see a particularly good solution existing for the current Skip remote...if it simply toggles between play and pause codes with each press, that leaves way too much room for sometimes getting out of sync with whatever media is playing...how does the remote know I've started watching something, so the next press should be pause? Etc. Maybe best option is just the idea of assigning a different code to long press. That would be a bit annoying, but would at least work consistently.
(For the record this doesn't necessarily apply to me since I'm using a flirc plugged into a Chromecast with Google TV, and that does support a single code for proper play/pause toggling, but it would be good for this to be worked out on future Skip remote hardware because I'm sure I won't necessarily be sticking with Google TV forever...)I'm guessing the simplest way to deal with this issue is when we add long press functionality (or whatever we end up doing). Make a quick tap play and a long press of the same button pause. Or vice versa.
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On 2/21/2024 at 1:22 PM, theboomr said:
I am also experiencing this issue unfortunately, after starting to attempt to update the firmware to a much newer version, my remote got stuck where all it does is flash red 3 times, whether with batteries in or no batteries and plugged into computer. When plugged into computer (Windows), it is not detected in Device Manager at all, and the usual USB chimes do not happen when plugging/unplugging. It was working fine before this point, albeit having to replace the batteries at least once a week (I was using rechargeables to mitigate this, although I know Jason has mentioned not to use rechargeables).
@jason and/or @Nathan, any chance I can get a replacement unit? I already PM'ed Jason about this but wanted to tag both of you here just for visibility in case Jason is too bogged down dealing with other stuff currently. Honestly I'd be okay with paying for a new Skip remote myself if I have to, since I really like almost everything about it aside from the battery drain, and now it being bricked.Just to double check, can you unplug the remote, remove the batteries, and then plug it back in? If it still does the red light thing, PM me.
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Sorry this was missed the last go around. Will add a ticket so we catch it this time
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On 2/8/2024 at 3:11 AM, Lennard said:
I've retried it to provide a screenshot. I also tried in in a new profile (C), just in case it has something to do with my existing setup, in which I was trying to add a custom remote. Same result there.
Looking forward to beeing able to control my whole system with one remote :-)
Thanks and regards,
LennardLooks to be a Windows bug. Should have a fix in place with the next release.
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On 2/7/2024 at 10:48 AM, revin said:
Yes, I've reprogrammed them all. Issue remains. The majority of the time I have to press a button 2, 4, or 6 or more times before it registers.
What can I do to help debug this? Are there logs I can gather? Runtime traces?
This is really a Flirc issue, it sounds like. Simplest way to debug is to plug the flirc into a computer, open the app, go to File - Device Log, and then in the new window tick Enable IR Debugging. Ideally you'd do this with a laptop in the same environment as where it's sitting normally. Then you'll be able to see whether the codes are showing up in your Flirc as you send them.
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Have you tried relearning the buttons within the Flirc app? While there, you can switch to the Full Keyboard controller and add Pg Up and Pg Down to some pre-programmed dummy keys on the Skip
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31 minutes ago, monkeybrew said:
I suspect quite a few of us have a TV/media player (Android/Apple TV)/receiver, and a handful of game consoles, etc. Rather than every one of us going through the same tedious process of creating the profile with all those devices (and the more tedious process of troubleshooting why some device(s) will not seem to behave), it would seem reasonable to offer pre-built profiles to start from and adjust as needed.
Yep, that's the goal. Ultimately it'd be really nice if we had something like a wikipedia of remote codes. Or at the very least a way to make it where once a code has been recorded by a community member, it never needs to be recorded again. Lot of background work on how to make this happen.
edit: It occurs to me I might have misunderstood what you were asking for. If you mean pre-built activities, probably not. Everyone's setup is unique. We try to make guesses about how people will use the Skip, but they're ultimately just guesses.
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9 hours ago, DavF said:
Thanks Nathan. It is sticky on both sides so must be missing. Is it still okay to use or will it not bond/hold sufficiently?
Nope, should still be fine to use. Thermal pads (and Pi chipsets) are much more forgiving than Intel/AMD CPUs and compound paste. :)
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You kinda answered your own question with regard to learning. The learning function is alpha software, and it's gonna feel like alpha software. It'll continue to improve as we go along.
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The film should just be clear/transparent. You should be able to tell if it's on by touching it. If it's sticky, then the film is off. If it's slick, then the film is still on there.
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On 1/5/2024 at 4:23 AM, TOMillr said:
Is that a feature going to be added in the near future?
The short answer is probably yes. The longer answer is we want to create a way to make buttons do two different things with long press being one possible way. The other way is to use the color button as an alt that changes all buttons, not just the color buttons. I think that might be third on our current feature list behind learning (which we're working on now) and smart activity switching (which is planned next).
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On 1/5/2024 at 4:24 AM, TOMillr said:
Any chance of making the remote available through the Flic_EU storefront on Amazon as well?
That is definitely in the plans. I think for the most part we're just holding off until the Skip can handle remote learning and possibly smart activity switching. Smart learning is definitely the biggest blocker though. We don't expect all Amazon buyers to be as technically savvy as our forum users, so we need to make it as mistake proof as possible before going wide on Amazon.
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On 1/11/2024 at 12:45 PM, koosd said:
Of course, makes sense. I had a look at the case before even opening the pi.
The pad is perfectly sized for the pi5 heatsink
No worries. Given the somewhat unusual shape of the Pi5 heatsink, it's natural for long time users to be a little perplexed by the fairly different thermal pad. :)
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19 hours ago, Rgratton said:
I'm fairly sure Plex HTPC uses the same controls as Kodi. Have you tried opening the Flirc software, changing the controller to Kodi, and programming using those keys?
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On 1/14/2024 at 4:12 PM, stevo said:
Hi Nathan, I have actually emailed you regarding this, mine snapped in half immediately upon installation, I am afraid the notch gap this fits into is molded incorrectly and is too narrow, or the button itself was too weak. Looking to get this resolved so I can enjoy this little case. Thanks!
We should be able to send you replacements when we get some. We burned through the first round of builds very, very quickly, so we're waiting on more stock from the factory.
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2 hours ago, killthewiseone said:
Should the thermal pad "stick" or adhere to the top case & heatsink?
It's not possible to assess visually if the pad is making contact with the heatsink on my unit, but I have my suspicions and a rather high idle temperature...
I am certain I have everything installed correctly tho, all ports & screws aligned.
It will stick to both if you've removed the plastic film as shown in the video. If you've stuck the pad to the Pi first, it will definitely stick there. Then just remember to remove the other film on the top of the pad.
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Why is the thermal pad so small?
The PI 5 heat sink is a slightly different, rounded design compared to the Pi4 and previous iterations. The pad has been shaped to match up with the rounded bump out of the Pi 5, and thermal tests have been run with that shape in mind. With that said, please see the below video on the suggested method for installing the thermal pad, as proper alignment is required for best thermals.
How do I setup the Pi 5 case?
Because the Pi 5 case is a bit different than past cases, we've made a quick video on how to install the light pipe, button, and thermal pad. Most importantly, unlike past cases, it's important to install the thermal pad directly on the Pi 5 first, because that's the only way to be sure it is correctly centered where the two heat sinks meet.
Does the case support the Raspberry Pi 5?
Yes, designed, proven, and tested only for the Raspberry Pi 5How does the new button work?
The button is a standard software button as you find on most PCs.Can I see the Raspberry Pi's LEDs?
Yes, you can.What does the case come with?
The case comes partially assembled. All you need to do is put your thermal pad on the CPU, drop your Raspberry Pi inside the case, and screw the bottom of the case on with the included screws.Does the case come with a Raspberry Pi?
The case does not come with a Raspberry Pi.Can I access the SD Card?
Yes, the SD card is accessible through a slot on the front of the case.Does this case support the Raspberry Pi 4, 3B+, 3B, or 2?
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The thermal pad should match up closely with the rounded portion of the Pi 5 heat sink, which is what the case makes contact with. Anything beyond that would be pointless
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Hi, we've actually made a small video showing where the adapter goes.
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Hi all, just wanted to advise everyone that if you are based in the UK or Europe, there are now options for purchasing the Skip 1s that don't require shipping from the US and dealing with import fees.
UK
The Pi Hut - https://thepihut.com/products/flirc-skip-1s-universal-remote-control
EU
Raspberry Pi Shop dk - https://raspberrypi.dk/en/product/flirc-the-skip-1s-universal-remote-control/
As more options expand, we'll update this sticky.
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Linux Improvements and New Tooltips
Hello to all of you who subscribed to our Skip updates and features newsletter! The second update brings you only a single changelog, but there are a few nice little quality-of-life improvements.
You can find the full changelog below. Here are the highlights:
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Linux support continues to improve.
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The highlight effect on buttons in compact mode has been fixed
Mouseover Tooltip on Device
Sometimes, it's the little things. Now, when you hover over a device on the Activity and Buttons Panel, you'll see both the manufacturer and model information. This change provides you with helpful data at a glance.
What’s Next
As always, we have multiple upcoming goals. In the near term, we expect to have Linux auto-updates to match Windows and Mac updates.
In the longer term, we are fully delving into remote control learning that takes full advantage of the advances we have made in library database management. If you missed it, check out our library update blogpost!
Changelogs
[0.9.95] - August 25 2023
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New - Mouseover Tooltip on Device
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New - Linux Improvements
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Fixed - Highlight effect on remote buttons in compact version
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Database - Denon - AVR-X6400H
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Database - Denon - DHT-S517
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Database - Emotiva - XMC-2
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Database - LG - OLED48C25LB
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Database - Roku 4 (Additional Channels)
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Database - Sony - STR-DA5500ES
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Database - Yamaha - RX-V4ABL
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On 8/13/2023 at 12:34 PM, thatguyj said:
Firmware 4.12.18, last sync'd with 0.9.9.2 app. I have the power button set up to only turn the TV on/off for all three activities. Every once in a while the remote will just turn off the TV out of nowhere. At the time of the power off the remote is usually sitting on a table and nothing has interacted with it. The TV turns off and I glance over to catch the center LEDs cycling to imply that the remote has done something. On top of that being weird, if I push the power button under normal conditions it doesn't trigger the center LEDs to cycle implying that it's not just being triggered by the power button. The last time it did it I reset the remote and imported my config. It did it again today. Any ideas on what is going on? It's kind of frustrating to be in the middle of a movie and then the TV shuts off which both ruins the mood but also crashes Kodi running on an nvidia shield tv resulting in the loss of the current playback location.
Are you still experiencing this with most recent updates? It certainly should not be happening, but the most recent beta has greatly improved USB communication which might fix sync issues.
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All the buttons change when you switch activities. So if you have a macro on red in Activity A, and switch to Activity B, there will be nothing on red.
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I don't think so. The HUB doesn't have any kind of IR input, does it?
Thermal pad, equal sides?
in Flirc Raspberry Pi 5 Cases
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Hi, nope, both sides of the pad work equally well. Be sure to remove any film before applying.