Xboxmediacenter - December 10th 2006 Svn Rev7340 Build, compiled by T3CH Options

[XanTium]

XboxMediaCenter SVN rev7340 build of December 10th 2006 compiled by T3CH.

This is a complete snapshot of what is in SVN at the time the build was compiled, with just a few small additions:
+ Killarny & Nuka1195 & Pikes AppleMovieTrailers (AMT) 0.93.5 (scripts: Apple Movie Trailers)
+ BritneysPAIRS's ~110 choosen Milkdrop presets (visualisations: MD - BPs Selection)
+ EnderW's XBMCScripts Installer 1.0 SCRIPT (scripts: XBMCScripts)
+ Rockstar's Snake 1.0 SCRIPT (scripts: Snake)
+ Codecs for mplayer (system\players\mplayer\codecs\:*)


Special Note From T3CH:

* I seem to have picked a bad date last time for my build - sorry about that. Hopefully SVN is more stable this time.
* I'm also including the 'XBMC Win32 PC environment' .exe that is meant for skinners & python developers, read more about the concept here. It was built using Microsoft DirectX Summer 2004 SDK.
* If you want to report bugs, please do it the PROPER way, see http://www.xboxmediacenter.com/wiki/index....oper_Bug_Report

NOTEWORTHY, XML and SCRIPT CHANGES IN THIS BUILD:

* sources.xml:
* keymap.xml:

Here is the FULL changelog since the December 03rd 2006 SVN Rev7295 Build (last one posted on xbins/xbox-scene):

2006-12-10 7340 fixed: crash in settings profile if you played music/videos.
2006-12-10 7339 fixed: xml matching for Videos Manual Add to Database will match on the first file of the stack.
2006-12-10 7338 updated: Swedish language file by Blittan
2006-12-10 7337 changed: DialogSubMenu reference of XBMCScripts installer.py to default.py
2006-12-10 7336 changed: Slowed down the analog scroll speed in panels.
2006-12-10 7335 fixed: Smartplaylists failed if they contained a '
2006-12-10 7334 fixed: Wrapping in large panels (backward compatibility)
2006-12-10 7333 fixed: Focused item after playing a video was incorrect (probably elsewhere as well)
2006-12-09 7332 fixed: Play Part of stack function only played the one part selected, instead of starting playback at that item.
2006-12-09 7331 fixed: Visualisation actions (lock preset, next/prev preset) didn't work.
2006-12-09 7330 changed: disabled non-stop logging when viewing pictures outside of a slideshow
2006-12-09 7329 changed: the Refresh button in the Video Info window is disabled when viewing info from a manually added video title.
2006-12-09 7328 minor typo in log statement
2006-12-09 7327 changed: My Vidoes "Manual Add To Database" function now supports importing info from a matching FILENAME.EXT.xml file in the same folder as the file being imported. The xml file must in the same format as the cached imdb tt######.xml files.
2006-12-09 7326 fixed: List/Panels could free and then realloc (at each render) thumbs/icons while scrolling.
2006-12-08 7325 fixed: multichannel wav files would play with wrong channel order in mplayer. now atleast the standard channel masks will be correct.
2006-12-08 7324 fixed: multichannel wav and wma files would play with wrong channel order in paplayer. now atleast the standard channel masks will be correct.
2006-12-07 7323 added: icon and version info to XBMC PC
2006-12-07 7322 added: the thumb for the dvd-rom source can be set by placing a folder.jpg image in the root of the disc. (others can be added via advancedsettings.xml)
2006-12-06 7321 added: context menu entry to select which part of a stack to start.
2006-12-06 7320 changed: deleted changelog.txt, use tools/changelog.exe!
2006-12-05 7319 PM3 file manager only displays free info for drives you have no more Unavailable
2006-12-05 7318 fixed: [ 1607593 ] IP info is missing from the GUI
2006-12-05 7317 removed old xns files
2006-12-05 7316 fixed: annoying warning
2006-12-05 7315 fixed: langcode lookups would fail if the code was upper or mixed case
2006-12-05 7314 changed: removed unnecessary functions if somebody knows why the use of InterlockedExchangePointer in this case would have helped in any way, please tell me.
2006-12-05 7313 fixed: With less than 1 page of items, pressing up to wrap a thumbpanel could focus missing items.
2006-12-05 7312 fixed: All .cue items were highlighted when one of them was playing.
2006-12-05 7311 fixed: Fast scrolling in panels + you could focus a thumb that didn't exist (empty item on an unfilled row)
2006-12-05 7310 fixed: Focused image didn't display in lists in dialogs, plus the visibility condition wasn't initialized in new lists + panels.
2006-12-05 7309 fixed: fullscreen switching failed if a modal dialog (like progress dialog) was on screen during startup, restored fallback code.
2006-12-05 7308 fixed: after changes to how fullscreen switching was handled, the correct resolution wasn't always selected.
2006-12-04 7307 fixed: mockup with a locked video section and dvd playback
2006-12-04 7306 fixed: [ 1608258 ] Max 99 tracks supported in cue sheets
2006-12-04 7305 updated: swedish translation (thanks to blittan) updated: polish translation (thanks to napek)
2006-12-04 7304 fixed: Duplicate Title detection for Videos "Manual Add to Database" function.
2006-12-04 7303 fixed: Added an assert for the division by zero error
2006-12-04 7302 Changed: Keymap.xml settings changed to <MyVideoLibrary> from <myvideolibrary>
2006-12-04 7301 fixed: Number of items per row in panel wasn't initialized correctly in backward compatible panels.
2006-12-04 7300 fixed: ADPCM codec wasn't added to PC solution file
2006-12-04 7299 changed: List focus item is always the same size, regardless of whether the list is focused. Skinners should use Control.HasFocus(id) to determine when to display focused images vs nonfocused.
2006-12-04 7298 fixed: Added some checks for items per row and items per page turning out to be zero.
2006-12-03 7297 added: xbadpcm codec to paplayer
2006-12-03 7296 fixed: The 10th spincontrol in Settings would display ?0?

INSTALL NOTES from T3CH readme/nfo:

* APPLICATION INSTALL
- Fresh Install: Transfer _whole_ XBMC folder to your APPS folder (or where you want it).
- Upgrade: Backup the XBMC\UserData folder. Transfer whole XBMC folder to Xbox. Overwrite UserData folder with your backed up copy.

* DASHBOARD INSTALL (SOFTMODS)
ARE NOT COVERED IN THIS README, SEE http://forums.xbox-scene.com/index.php?showtopic=406656

* DASHBOARD INSTALL
- Option 1. Team XBMC's shortcut tool.
It's included in the _tools folder as <<SHORTCUT by TEAM XBMC.xbe>> + <<SHORTCUT by TEAM XBMC.cfg>>.
Instructions here: http://www.xboxmediacenter.com/wiki/index....=As_a_Dashboard (Option 1).
Rename the <<SHORTCUT by TEAM XBMC.xbe>>+.cfg & also EDIT the .cfg so it matches your config.
See APPLICATION INSTALL above.
- Option 2. Thanks to an app called 'Team UIX's Xbe Shortcut Maker v1.0' by JbOnE, it's now easy...
Transfer contents of XBMC folder (this is VERY important since the tool is hardcoded) TO "E:\APPS\XBMC\". Rename <<SHORTCUT by TEAM UIX.xbe>> to something your bios can boot (see http://www.xboxmediacenter.com/wiki/index....=As_a_Dashboard or read your BIOS README) and transfer to location your mod solution boots. No need to fiddle with HOME tag anymore, and future upgrades you need not to worry about this file (unless you move XBMC).

* WIN32 PC ENVIRONMENT INSTRUCTIONS (WIN32 FOLDER)
Good to know, this requires DirectX9 Runtimes to be installed. Also this doesn't work with all graphics cards.
You need to:
- Copy XBMC_PC.exe & 'run_me_first.bat' from win32 to XBMC folder
- Run 'run_me_first.bat'
- Run XBMC_PC.exe

* UPGRADE TIPS
If you're updating from a VERY old/bad build you may get issues. Follow these simple rules:
- Replace (FTP OVERWRITE) all files in your XBMC folder with fresh ones from your new build
- Delete old settings (from UserData/guisettings.xml)
- In some rare cases some of the database files in UserData/Database/*.db may need manual deletion (usually if they are very old). Note: This loses all per file settings you made with the old build!

INFORMATION from T3CH readme/nfo:

XBMC's online manual can be found at http://wiki.xboxmediacenter.com/ .
Any questions or support issues, are best asked in the XBMC support forums, which are located at http://forum.xboxmediacenter.com , or in the official IRC support channel, #XBMC on EFnet. (NOTE folks in #XBMC can't help with info where to find builds)

If you want other skins (make sure they are up-to-date and compatible before installing them), see
- http://www.allxboxskins.com/skins/index.ph...=XBMC&cat=0 or
- http://www.xbox-skins.net/forums/index.php?dlcategory=7

If you want other scripts (extra 3rd party components), see
- http://www.xbmcscripts.com or use the included script installer!

If you want trainers, grab them at
- http://www.xboxtrainers.net (no registration required)

The xbe has been retail patched and was built using v5849 of the XDK.

If you want to remove the startup logo, remove splash.png from the \media folder.
If you want to remove the startup sound, remove start.wav from the \skin\Project Mayhem III\sounds\ folder.

XBMC Changelog is included, see Changelog.txt
Skin Changelog is included, see Changelog_PM.txt

[edwinmcdunlap]

Oh good... The major bugs from the last build have been ironed out

[The Zep Man]

* UPGRADE TIPS
If you're updating from a VERY old/bad build you may get issues. Follow these simple rules:
- Replace (FTP OVERWRITE) all files in your XBMC folder with fresh ones from your new build
- Delete old settings (from UserData/guisettings.xml)
- In some rare cases some of the database files in UserData/Database/*.db may need manual deletion (usually if they are very old). Note: This loses all per file settings you made with the old build!

I don't think that's a good idea. It has been known to give some problems in the past. It also keeps your XBMC folder cluttered with some old, unused files.

My instructions for a full and clean upgrade:

1. Get a new version of XBMC (either a T3CH release or compile it yourself). Do not ask where to get it.
   
2. Start a dashboard on the Xbox which allows FTP file transfers but which is not XBMC. EvoX, UnleashX or Avalaunch will do.
   
3. Copy everything from the UserData folder inside the XBMC folder to your computer. Forget this step when you are upgrading from a very old version (pre-2.0) or when your current XBMC is unstable.
   
4. Delete everything inside the XBMC folder.
   
5. Delete E:\TDATA\0face008 and E:\UDATA\0face008.
   
6. Clean your cache. Delete the contents of E:\CACHE\, X:\, Y:\ and Z:\.
   
7. Copy the new XBMC files to the empty XBMC folder.
   
8. Copy the UserData folder on your computer to the XBMC folder (or the files inside the UserData folder to the UserData folder on the Xbox). Forget this step when you are upgrading from a very old version (pre-2.0) or when your current XBMC is unstable.
   
9. Start XBMC on the Xbox using the dashboard you are currently using.
   
10. If it works and you want to use XBMC as a dashboard, read the stickies. If it does not work, try it again but skip steps 3 and 8. If it still doesn't work, use another version of XBMC and start again from step 1, skipping steps 3 and 8.

[frov]

Thanks, I will pick up this one, since the previous build seemed to be a bit compromised.

Still using xbmc daily...it rules.
Many thanks to all people putting in effort.

CU,
-F

[litium33]

Yeah, I'm also using XBMC on an everyday basis. Ir really rules!
Unfortunately it's getting sooo dificult to find the updates... usual places are always less and new binaries are really impossible sometimes.
I hope T3CH will keep up with his work on XBMC for long time.

A huge "thank you" for this cool app.

L

[The Zep Man]

Yeah, I'm also using XBMC on an everyday basis. Ir really rules!
Unfortunately it's getting sooo dificult to find the updates... usual places are always less and new binaries are really impossible sometimes.
I hope T3CH will keep up with his work on XBMC for long time.

A huge "thank you" for this cool app.

L

Don't worry. Once T3CH quits (if ever), I'm sure someone else will drop a release from time to time. It's not too difficult to compile XBMC, although it ain't legal for most people.

[Patman666]

Resolution setting under Settings -> My Videos -> Player -> Resolution doesn't seem to work.
DVDs are played in NTSC 4:3, setting is 720p.

If I play a DVD and choose Video Calibration in the OSD then resolution is switched to 720p.

Also, DVDs that worked under previous versions are now quitting when entering DVD-menu.

This post has been edited by Patman666: Dec 11 2006, 04:27 PM

[pceptimus]

My splash screen still isnt working is it a known problem?

[0794]

I don't think that's a good idea. It has been known to give some problems in the past. It also keeps your XBMC folder cluttered with some old, unused files.

My instructions for a full and clean upgrade:

1. Get a new version of XBMC (either a T3CH release or compile it yourself). Do not ask where to get it.
   
2. Start a dashboard on the Xbox which allows FTP file transfers but which is not XBMC. EvoX, UnleashX or Avalaunch will do.
   
3. Copy everything from the UserData folder inside the XBMC folder to your computer. Forget this step when you are upgrading from a very old version (pre-2.0) or when your current XBMC is unstable.
   
4. Delete everything inside the XBMC folder.
   
5. Delete E:\TDATA\0face008 and E:\UDATA\0face008.
   
6. Clean your cache. Delete the contents of E:\CACHE\, X:\, Y:\ and Z:\.
   
7. Copy the new XBMC files to the empty XBMC folder.
   
8. Copy the UserData folder on your computer to the XBMC folder (or the files inside the UserData folder to the UserData folder on the Xbox). Forget this step when you are upgrading from a very old version (pre-2.0) or when your current XBMC is unstable.
   
9. Start XBMC on the Xbox using the dashboard you are currently using.
   
10. If it works and you want to use XBMC as a dashboard, read the stickies. If it does not work, try it again but skip steps 3 and 8. If it still doesn't work, use another version of XBMC and start again from step 1, skipping steps 3 and 8.

Great install instructions Zep Man - I agree that the way they have listed could end up a cluttered mess.

All I do with each new release is rename my F:\xbmc folder to F:\xbmc-old and then FTP the contents of the new release to F:\xbmc (I have unleashx point to F:\xbmc).

If there are any problems with the new release for me, it is only a simple rename to get everything back the way it was before.

XBMC is absolutely amazing and wonderful and I use it every day for media.

[stanley87]

Hey, much better build.

If anyone is interested, I have modified M360 and Pm3 both to have a nice little lyrics button in the main Button Menu (when you press right thumb stick) this way u can access lyrics all the time (when music is playing). And I have edited the Lyrics GuiBuilder (came with the FAT build) so no GOOGLE ads pop up. And for M360 I have used that lyrics script created for M360 so that is completely integrated nicely with the M360 skin.

Can I upload these somewhere?

Stan

[spiff]

fixed splash screen.

[phistyle]

any real problem with this build?

[MrPike]

When I try to start the Apple Movie Trailers script, I'm getting an error message saying:

--
There was an error setting up your GUI.
Check your skinfile:
q:\scripts\Apple Movie Trailers\skins\Default\skin_16x9.xml
--

That file exists, maybe it's a problem with the new skin version?

[Sloppy Fat Dump]

I really don't think these updates are newsworthy.

[MrPike]

Something else isn't working...
"Error loading image" with every pic I tried to view.