Remote Control Media Player

ActiveHome Pro SDK Sample Project
Project: Remote Control Media Player

Description
Use the ActiveHome SDK to move beyond home automation to home entertainment! The Remote Control Media Player project uses the Lola Remote Control to control Windows Media Player embedded in a web page. Play, pause, stop, volume, and full screen (A/B) remote commands are processed by the ActiveHome Scripting Interface, and then used to control events on the page and in the media player.
Notes
You can add actions for other remote buttons easily by adding cases to the RecvAction section. Windows Media Player has many different functions you can access through the browser, and you can also control DOM and other DHTML functions using remote commands. The sky's the limit!
Requirements
Requires CM15A, X10 device service, and ActiveHome Scripting Interface. This project also use the Lola Remote Control:
Source Package
mediaplayer.zip
Source Contents List
ActiveHome_Starterkit.wmv (sample movie)
mediaplayer.html

This project requires the following X10 hardware. To order any of these items, simply check the appropriate box and click the order button at the bottom of the page. Some packages below include additional hardware and software that is not required for this project but were chosen because they provide better value than purchasing items separately.
Required Hardware

Add	Description	Price
	Lola Remote Control The Lola Remote is a versatile multi-media remote control designed specifically for playing PC media files. It also has the ability to control other entertainment equipment and X10 modules. This package also includes a USB PC interface (CM19A) to receive wireless signals at another PC or to allow you use your ActiveHome Pro PC interface (CM15A) independently for home automation. Also included is a 20ft PC to Stereo/TV Cable Pack and X10's Cruise Control for Windows Media Player Software.. More Info http://www.x10.com/entertainment/mediaremote_kg1.html	$49.99 What's Included
	ActiveHome Pro home automation software, drivers and CM15A USB Computer Includes ActiveHome Pro Computer Interface (CM15) and ActiveHome Pro home automation software with all necessary drivers to support the ActiveHome Pro SDK.	$49.99 What's Included

Ideas to Enhance This Project

Add Wireless Audio/Video Broadcast Capability
Now that you are using a remote to control your Media Player, why not enjoy these files in another room? Choose one of the following 2.4GHz wireless A/V transmitter and receiver options, to enjoy your media on your home entertainment equipment up to 100 feet away. The powerful 2.4GHz technology delivers CD quality audio and crystal clear video.

Add	Description	Price
	Lola Wireless Broadcast Kit - VGA Version Broadcast audio and video up to 100-feet with this 2.4GHz transmitter that connects to your PC's VGA output (pass through for monitor included) and to a standard audio port. Also includes wireless A/V receiver, Lola Remote and X10's Cruise Control for Windows Media Player Software.	$99.99 What's Included
	Lola Wireless Broadcast Kit - RCA/S-Video Version Broadcast your project's audio and video up to 100-feet. Features 2.4GHz audio/video transmitter that broadcasts video from an RCA (composite video out) or S-Video Out port and audio from a sound card. Also includes wireless A/V receiver, Lola Remote and X10's Cruise Control for Windows Media Player Software.	$69.99 What's Included

Audio Only Ideas and Options to Enhance Your Project

Send the sound! Broadcast Audio From Your PC
Add hardware to transmit audio from your PC to your home entertainment equipment up to 100 feet away, through walls and floors. Powerful 2.4GHz technology delivers CD quality audio.

Add	Description	Price
	Self-Amplified Wireless Audio Broadcast System Broadcast your project's audio up to 100-feet to a stereo audio receiver with built-in amplifier. Simply add speakers of your choice. Features 2.4GHz audio transmitter that connects to a computer's sound card. Includes Sound Power remote control that features volume, tone, balance and Also includes X10 Boom software. Note: Lola Remote Control sold separately.	$129.99 What's Included

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