[00:10] hey guys [00:11] how do i get / put videos under the "watch videos"? [00:13] williammanda, you need to put them in the directory that you set MythTV to use for videos, and then once they are there open the video manager to update the DB [00:15] ok ty [00:56] another question.... [00:56] when the master backend gets restarted....the slave backend doesn't reconnect automatically...how can I change that? [00:57] I have to manually restart the slave backend [00:59] williammanda, you could setup a cron job to make sure its connected and restart it if its not [01:00] williammanda, why do you have more than one backend? [01:00] seems like i remember a option in setup to wake the slave [01:00] williammanda, oh correct [01:00] mythtv-seutp i believe it is [01:00] I have four front / backends....one master and three backends [01:01] wow...that seems excessive [01:01] but ok [01:01] what do i type in the field to wake the slave backend? [01:01] williammanda, you will have to look it up..I am not sure, never used it [01:01] ok ty [01:13] has anybody here tried to run mythtv in a chroot before? know of anything special that needs to be done for the database to not crap out? [01:35] hendrixski, I don't know off hand anyone that has [01:36] why are you trying to do that? [01:37] tgm4883, to develop [01:37] ah [01:38] you may want to try over in #mythtv-users or #mythtv (which i think is the mythtv development channel). Or were you planning on developing for mythbuntu directly? [01:42] hmm... just noticed something weird. the PCM volume in alsamixer keeps resetting to the default level every time i commercial skip, change channels, pause tv or do anything that stops/starts playback [01:43] had it turned up cause the volume was kinda low. noticed the volume went down after i skipped a commercial [01:43] tgm ...hey [01:44] when the master backend gets restarted....the slave backend doesn't reconnect automatically...how can I change that? [01:44] I have to manually restart the slave backend [01:44] williammanda, back in a sec [01:44] superm1: around? [01:44] williammanda, doesn't it periodically check? [01:45] not sure [01:45] how would i know? [01:45] superm1: give https://blueprints.launchpad.net/mythbuntu/+spec/mouse-idle-hide a look when you get a chance [01:47] by the way...i ended up buying an LG tv.....works great [01:48] hi i just upgraded to gutsy and I seem to be getting poorer video playback performance with gutsy then I had on fiesty - its kind of choppy now [01:48] i went to best buy and took my computer and tested all the tv's i was interested in [01:48] i tried tweaking some of the playback settings, but nothing really helps [01:48] wow thats dedication [01:50] i got tied of bring home 42" tvs [01:50] tired [01:50] heh good point [01:50] was on the 4th tv [02:04] I'd love to get my Hauppage 350's TV out working [02:05] right now I just use a couple of Xbox's no real complaints there though [02:24] hope this is an easy one to answer, when i view the channel guide i have no station logo's. all i see is the channel number with 'g Chan' below it. how can i get the station logo's to show in the channel guide [02:27] it doesn't come with channel icons by default [02:27] http://www.mythtv.org/wiki/index.php/Channel_icons [02:27] can use that guide to get them [02:27] not sure if the bug is still there [02:28] thank you [02:28] MitoTranin: filed a bug on MCC [03:02] i don't get it... is there anyway to install mythtv using mythbuntu (added to my kubuntu installation) without xfce being installed? [03:04] jtmoney: sudo apt-get install mythbuntu-control-centre [03:05] * Daviey bed [03:05] Daviey: that's what i did, but when i enable primary backend, frontend, and kubuntu, it installs xfce [03:05] hmm.. i really need to go to bed.. maybe someone else can help [03:05] okay [03:05] thanks anyways [03:05] (it's 3am) nn [03:05] gotcha [03:12] hmm, looks like mythbuntu automatically installs xfce [03:12] oh well, i'll give it a shot [03:23] Looking for a Giga nic any suggestions? [03:25] a cheap one with a high QoS rating :) [03:26] * MitoTranin suggests google [03:26] MitoTranin: I have bought two cards and they seem not to be working [03:27] I see them but they will not pull ips [03:27] well then wouldn't THAT be the more apropriate question? [03:27] and, I will point out the topic... that isn't anywhere near what this channel is for [03:28] BUT, if you really do want to know what cards are good/bad/ugly, then google around for a few review sits [03:28] well mythbuntu is going to be using my Giga Nic to server the media [03:28] *sites [03:28] ok [03:28] a quick google search gives: http://www.digit-life.com/articles2/gigeth32bit/gig-eth-32bit-2.html [03:29] as for what type of nic would work best with mythbuntu, you'd be better off asking in #ubuntu rather than here [03:29] ok [03:37] Good evening all [03:38] I am just in the process of installing mythbuntu 7.10 on my mythbox, which is hooked up to a crt television through vga but the display is all garbled when it tries to install [03:41] anyone here? [03:44] did you try to install using the safe mode graphics? [03:49] yes i did :( [03:50] when I do that, it does the same thing, after about 3 or 4 minutes a blue screen comes up and says that my screen has failed more than 6 times [03:50] then you're going to have to connect it to a standard computer monitor for the initial install and then move it to the TV after the install [03:51] I can ctrl alt f2 into a different login, [03:51] the included drivers can't use all the functions of the graphics cards due to driver issues [03:51] does the mythbuntu installer use the standard xorg.conf file? I could use the settings from the previous installation there [03:52] linux distributions generally refuse, and in some cases are not allowed, to use restricted drivers for nvidia or ati fresh out of the installation [03:52] restricted because nvidia and ati refuse to release their source code to their drivers, or allow the linux community to know how to properly program drivers to work with their hardware [03:52] yeah, I don't need them too, its just an intel integrated chip [03:52] that is the difference between free and Free [03:53] well, intel has the same problems sometimes... [03:54] anyways, the only solution if the safe mode doesn't work is to connect it to a real monitor, install the system using the restricted drivers if available for your hardware, and then move it back to the TV later [03:54] making sure that you configure the xorg properly for your tv before you change it back over [03:54] hmm, I can't remember how I got around this when I installed 7.04 on there [03:55] you probably used the ubuntu alternate cd, but that's not available for mythbuntu [03:55] i just went and skrrewed up the 7.04 version :) [03:55] what is on the alternate cd? [03:55] I think I just used the same cd as I did for this machine [03:55] it allows for a text-based install [03:55] (this being the one I am using now) [03:55] non-livecd installation [03:56] Mito: No, it was a graphical install.... I remember the joy of trying to guess what was beyond the 640x480 display :) [03:57] ... My suggestion is to connect it to a real monitor and go from there... [03:57] if you want to figure out a way to do it otherwise, that's fine... but I cannot help with that [03:57] someone else in here might... [03:58] but not I... (and not because I don't want to, but because I have many other things going on right now, and I really am not familiar enough with your system and/or how to get it to work otherwise) [03:59] :) [03:59] thats fine [03:59] I was just wondering if the installation took its data from the xorg.conf file for the screen types and resolutions [03:59] I figured I could skrew around from there [03:59] I would assume so [04:00] are you trying to upgrade a system or do a fresh install? [04:00] fresh install [04:00] the old version is really skrewed [04:00] I tried to get creative :) [04:02] then I would really suggest moving the pc to a location that can use a real monitor temporarily until you get the system installed and working with the right drivers :) [04:02] but yes, it sounds like the livecd auto-config is not properly configuring the xorg.conf file [04:03] if you were to find a way to configure that properly, it should work [04:04] yeah, I may have to - the problem is the pulling everything apart.... but it would seem I may not have much of a choice.... my concern is doing the install, and then just having this happen as soon as I hook it up to the tv [04:06] is it possible to bring a monitor to the system rather than take the system to a monitor? [04:07] that way you can set it up for dual-display first to make sure it works [04:09] the machine only has one monitor plug [04:09] its not a dual-monitor setup [04:09] the tv has vga in, [04:19] malocite, what kind of tv? [04:29] ok [04:29] well, I've found a bug :) [04:29] neato :) [04:29] ok [04:29] ALright, (its a 32" RCA CRT HDTV) btw [04:29] I took my lcd monitor over to the other side of the room and started up the mythbuntu install [04:30] got it to the graphical portion, then changed the resolution to 800x600 [04:30] then boom, unplugged the lcd, plugged in the ol' tv, and whamo [04:30] it came up no problem [04:30] so something with the installer is not setting the right screen resolution [04:31] are you in the live env or have you already installed? [04:31] the install is going now, does that mean its in the live env? (I assume thats envelope) [04:31] environment [04:31] but yea [04:31] it is [04:31] yes [04:31] its in that [04:32] sounds like the tv is giving crap edid data [04:32] hmm [04:32] impossible [04:32] RCA is flawless in everyway [04:32] well of course [04:32] so is sony [04:32] they even saved a kitten from a tree just last week [04:32] :) [04:32] sony put the kitten there [04:32] lol [04:33] so, you think the tv was sending out funny data to the installer? [04:33] sorta [04:33] cause the old 7.04 installer (not mythbuntu, just straight ubuntu) didn't have this issue [04:33] I actually think it wasn't sending any data [04:33] the tv? [04:33] yea [04:34] yeah, I don't think it was, but isnt that why you set the resolution in the installer when you start? [04:34] well the installer is pulled from Ubuntu [04:34] and I had heard about some funky stuff happening when theres no data [04:34] hmph [04:34] such as way to high a resolution [04:35] so i'd file a bug if I were you [04:35] well, I am sure there is not a huge rush to fix this problem [04:35] how many people have CRT HDTV's with VGA inputs? :) [04:35] but I will file the bug, [04:35] I support open source [04:35] huge problem or little problem, thats what triage is for [04:35] mostly by using it, and regularly complaining about it :) [04:35] switched from xp ..... back in June [04:36] now I only have an XP partition for video editing for my business, and of course... games :) [04:36] good to hear [04:36] sounds like you need a console :) [04:37] :) [04:37] I do [04:37] but you show me the Xbox that can run Red Alert 2 :) [04:37] question, I am at the myth portion of the setup [04:37] it wants to know the ip address.... it is set to 127.0.0.1 [04:38] but the ip for that machine is 192.168.1.101 - SHould I just leave it as the default? [04:41] isn't there C&C for the 360? [04:41] dunno [04:42] malocite, are you planning on running multiple mythtv machines? [04:42] but I'm poor [04:42] not initially [04:42] (see previous answer) [04:42] eheh [04:42] eh, set it to the actuall ip address (192.168.1.101). Ideally you will want a static IP address, although I prefer static DHCP [04:43] installed mythtv on gutsy, but mythconverg didn't get setup, anyone know why? [04:43] ahhhh balls - guess whos screen resolution just went skrewy [04:44] gotta take this monitor back - brg [04:44] brb [04:44] Pogonip, what do you mean didn't get setup? [04:44] There is no mythconverg database. [04:44] how did you install it? [04:44] mythtv that is [04:45] I used synapic package manager [04:46] well what did you install though? What package? [04:47] give me a second so i can look [04:50] well, - after the install it made resolution 1400x1200 [04:50] changed it to 800x600 - rebooted, and it stuck [04:51] sounds good [04:51] so, I'll be submitting that ol' bug :) [04:51] is that your native tv resolution? [04:55] tgm4883, i installed lib-mythtv-0.20,mythbackend, mythtv-backend-master, [04:57] Nautical,7 [04:58] what about mythtv-database? [05:00] Let me try. [05:01] command not found. [05:03] i meant is it installed [05:03] Sorry, yes it is. [05:05] hmm [05:05] and the database doesn't exist? [05:05] is mysql server installed? [05:06] Yes, SQL server is installed and I can log in as root. [05:06] * superm1 wanders in aimlessly [05:06] superm1, have you seen any issues with the database not being created? [05:07] tgm4883, only if the person set a root password [05:07] I'm starting my laptop now too. I installed it on my laptop and the mythfrontend opens, but I never looked to see if mythconverg existed. [05:08] did you set a password for the mysql server? [05:09] I need to use a password to open sql if that's what you mean. [05:10] then thats why theres no database [05:10] superm1, whats the work around for that? [05:11] Nice catch by the way. That's the difference between the two systems. [05:12] Pogonip, superm1 knows everything [05:13] You narrowed this one down pretty damn fast. I'm impressed. [05:14] well theres certain things that if you know to look for it does that [05:15] yes there is [05:15] dpkg-reconfigure mythtv-database [05:15] and enter your root password [05:15] that you set [05:16] ah [05:16] so that will ask for the root password then [05:16] i was wondering if it would [05:16] yup [05:16] sweet [05:16] Still this was really fast work. [05:17] we aim to please :) [05:17] Works great. Thanks again. [05:19] Let me say one more time. GOOD JOB. That was really impressive. [05:19] thx :) === Mersault_ is now known as Mersault [07:30] Does mythbuntu offer a way to set up my remote control? [07:30] yes [07:30] yes [07:30] Or am I going to have to get friendly with /etc/lircd.conf? [07:30] Oh good. [07:30] Why can't I find it? [07:30] open up mythbuntu control centre [07:31] what remote? [07:31] use the lirc config on the mythbuntu control center [07:31] and on the remote tab see if its listed there [07:31] Hauppauge Gray, PVR 350 [07:31] yeah thats in there [07:31] Closest I could get was Hauppauge TV. [07:31] yeah [07:31] Only 4 buttons work -- the rest are all messed up. [07:31] Up, down, left, right -- those work. :) [07:31] several people have reported similar issues. [07:32] bronson, you can grab a lircrc [07:32] from the web [07:32] and replace ~/.mythtv/lircrc and ~/.lircrc [07:32] for some reason that remote didnt' generate very nicely [07:32] got it. OK, I can do that. [07:32] superm1: thanks. [07:32] bronson, would you mind reporting a bug on that [07:32] against mythbuntu-lirc-generator [07:33] i think several people have mentioned it, [07:33] but not anyone have reported it [07:33] foxbuntu, ^ [07:33] =) So when are we going to get an autoinstall of lcdproc? :P [07:33] hardy [07:33] superm1, thanks [07:34] superm1: :( [07:42] hi...just wanted to say, that i got my remote working yesterday...the Hauppauge Nova-s Plus one... [07:42] i just took my old hardware.conf and lircd.conf [07:43] but...the wrong device was configured in hardware.conf....changed it to the right input/eventn and everything worx now [07:47] now i will struggle through xorg Konfiguration (which is also broken) but i think i am quite happy now [08:19] hey === cbrunner is now known as CCB0x45 [08:20] hi [08:20] when I try to install mythbuntu [08:20] it loses video [08:20] like goes to the "lirc not configured" [08:20] CCB0x45, are you adj2375 on the forums? [08:20] it has video and then says my video driver [08:20] no... [08:20] im not [08:21] oh ok nvm, someone just posted something similar there [08:21] I just finished building this machine [08:21] and I was looking through the forums [08:21] but couldnt find anything [08:21] CCB0x45, this is when you are booting the live disk? [08:21] its is running on vesa at 800x600 [08:21] that this happens [08:21] yea [08:21] booting from the cd [08:21] so let me see if i understand right [08:21] amd 64 [08:21] you boot the cd in normal graphics mode [08:22] yea [08:22] and then it goes through and does the boot splash [08:22] comes up and does the GUI load? [08:22] yup [08:22] or it sticks at a console [08:22] ok [08:22] it goes to the boot screen [08:22] but I cant use any keys for some weird reason [08:22] so I wait the 25 seconds [08:22] and I assume it is selecting the first one, start or install myth [08:22] then goes through the loading screen [08:23] and gives me a message after flickering a few times [08:23] saying ubuntu is running [08:23] in low graphics mode [08:23] okay [08:23] so here is what you need to do [08:23] do you want to configure, blah blah [08:23] you need to get it to boot into safe graphics mode [08:23] haha [08:23] ok [08:23] I wanted to try that [08:23] but my damn keyboard doesnt work during the boot part [08:23] usb? [08:24] for some weird reason, it works in the bios [08:24] yea [08:24] usb [08:24] in your bios [08:24] and it works in the configure stuff [08:24] is there a legacy usb setting? [08:24] sec let me reboot [08:24] do I want that on or off? [08:24] on [08:25] there is usb keyboard storare support [08:25] which I can enable [08:26] I dont see a legacy one [08:26] storare? [08:26] storage sorry [08:26] keyboard storage? [08:26] usb keyboard/storage support [08:26] how does that make sense? [08:26] oh yes [08:26] that's it [08:26] haha [08:26] ok cool, rebooting [08:27] ah [08:27] now it works [08:27] haha one problem solved, thanks [08:27] I am so stoked, hadnt built a pc in forever and just built the sickest myth tv box [08:28] awesome :) [08:28] and I had forgotten to plug in this second power jack to my motherboard [08:28] and it had this vga error [08:28] and everyone was saying in forums that the bad boards of my kind [08:28] had it [08:28] and I was ready to just rip it apart and send it back [08:28] and saw that little missing jack [08:28] haha [08:28] its always the low tech solutions that work out [08:29] the last time I had built a pc there was only one ATX power jack [08:29] not 2 [08:29] some tiny little one [08:29] ok myth tv is still booting [08:29] oooh [08:29] different colors [08:29] flashin [08:30] nice [08:30] it got to the gui [08:30] I can install, thanks a ton man [08:30] okay have fun! :) [08:30] but does this mean I am only gonna be able to run in 800x600? [08:30] Not at all. [08:30] during install you are offered to do proprietary drivers [08:30] or you can do them post install [08:30] when I tried the nvidia drivers [08:31] in the configure app [08:31] and did test [08:31] it crashed it down to the promp too [08:31] those aren't the proprietary ones [08:31] those are the open source nvidia ones [08:31] that were failing the first time around any way [08:31] oh nice [08:31] sweet [08:32] the other thing was from some reason on my tv [08:32] it like cuts off part of the bottom [08:32] its an HD tv [08:32] but none of the tv like horizontal stuff [08:32] worry about adjusting that after you have proprietary drivers on [08:32] affects it? [08:32] ok [08:32] cool [08:33] this is a really nice install [08:33] they did a great job [08:33] (i'm one of they) :) [08:34] haha nice job [08:34] really well done, havnt used linux in forever [08:34] im a programmer for apple in cupertino [08:35] figured id finally try one of these myth tv boxes [08:35] neat :). [08:35] you think standard is cool for me [08:35] depends on what your goals are for this box [08:35] you can add all the options under advanced later [08:35] if you so decide [08:35] ok cool, I think its a pretty straightforward box [08:36] alright im gonna push through this, thanks so much man im stoked [08:36]