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Remote controls

2018-07-31T13:48:22Z

Gusdevices: /* Types of remotes */

{{mininav}} {{to do}}
<section begin="intro" />In {{Kodi}} the primary environment was designed for the living room ([[10-foot interface]]) and controlling it only with a remote control. While {{Kodi}} does support mouse, keyboard, and even touch controls, the main method of controlling {{Kodi}} is designed around is the typical remote. This further enhances the appliance feel of the {{Kodi}} and fits next to (or replaces) the other remotes that are likely to be in your entertainment room.<section end="intro" />

== Types of remotes ==
* {{big|'''[[Remote controls/MCE|MCE Remotes]] -'''}} Infrared remote controls made for computers that follow the MCE standard. These remotes should work with {{Kodi}} out-of-the-box on Windows and Linux.

* {{big|'''[[Remote controls/RF|RF Remotes]] -'''}} Radio frequency remote controls, such as 2.4 GHz dongles and Bluetooth remotes. Most of these typically emulate a keyboard interface and/or standard multimedia keys.

* {{big| '''[[CEC]] -'''}} Use your existing TV remote control if you have a CEC (Consumer Electronics Control) compatible television or AV-receiver supporting HDMI-CEC interface.

* {{big|'''[[Game controllers]] -'''}} Game controllers, including game-pads and joysticks, such as Xbox 360, PlayStation 3/4, and Nintendo Wii controllers can all be used to directly control {{Kodi}}'s interface.

* {{big|'''[[Smart phone/tablet]] -'''}} Turn your smart phone or tablet into the ultimate remote control.

* {{big|'''[[Remote controls/Control Systems|Control Systems]] -'''}} Highly Customizable Programmable Control Systems for Home Automation which can control {{Kodi}} as well as Lights, HVAC, A/V Equipment, and much more.

* {{big|'''[[Touch controls]] -'''}} Using {{Kodi}} with a touch screen device.

* {{big|'''[[Web interface]]s -'''}} {{#lst:Web interface|intro}}

* {{big|'''[[Keyboards]] - '''}} Still want to use a keyboard and/or mouse? Check this page.

* {{big|'''[[Apple Remote|Apple Remote]] -'''}} Infrared remote control by Apple, initialy provided with Macs computers.

== Additional topics ==
* [[Keymap]]
* [[HOW-TO:Modify keyboard.xml]]
* [[LIRC]]
* [[:Category:Custom keymaps]]
* [[Add-on:MCERemote]]
* [[Add-on:Keymap Editor]]
* [[HOW-TO:Use SMS-style text entry for remotes]]
* [[HOW-TO:Modify time seeking]]

== Guides ==
* http://nucblog.net/2014/01/mapping-the-buttons-on-the-remote-control/
* http://wiki.openelec.tv/index.php/Guide_to_add_your_own_remote

{{Helix updated}}

[[Category:Index]]
[[Category:Manual]]
[[Category:Remotes|*]]

Remote controls

2018-07-31T13:47:56Z

Gusdevices: /* Types of remotes */

Remote controls

2018-07-31T13:47:41Z

Gusdevices: /* Types of remotes */ /* Apple remote added to point with an already existing article in Kodi Wiki */

Archive:Apple remote

2018-03-07T10:32:49Z

Gusdevices:

{{cleanup}}
<section begin="summary" />
== Apple remote ==
[[File:Apple remote.jpg|First (white) and second (silver) generation Apple remotes.|thumb]]

There are two versions of the Apple remote, the first generation white one with 6 buttons, and the second generation silver one with 7 buttons. These remotes have sometimes come with Mac computers and [[Apple TV]] units, but can also be purchased separately. The white version is no longer made, but can be found on [[w:eBay|eBay]]. Both versions have identical functions and be used interchangeably. Currently the "Play" button on the silver version functions the same as the middle "select" button (with some exceptions; for instance "Play" on a folder in files-view plays all files in the folder). The remotes can also be paired to a specific device to prevent one remote from controlling two devices at once (or vice versa).
<includeonly>{{-}}</includeonly>
<section end="summary" />
__TOC__

=== Using the Apple remote on other computers ===
* Using the Apple remote in Kodi using Windows/Bootcamp: http://forum.kodi.tv/showthread.php?tid=73947&pid=539934#pid539934

* Using the Apple remote in Kodi using Linux: [https://web.archive.org/web/20141009165855/http://teknogeekz.com/blog/?p=422 http://teknogeekz.com/blog/?p=422]

* Adding an Apple IR remote receiver to a computer: [https://web.archive.org/web/20131214023524/http://teknogeekz.com/blog/?p=376 http://teknogeekz.com/blog/?p=376]

* Adding an Apple IR remote receiver to an iMac, MacBook, MacPro (or even a Windows PC) without built-in infrared receiver: [https://gusdevices.wixsite.com/devices-english https://gusdevices.wixsite.com/devices-english]

* [[Flirc]] can also be used to adapt the Apple Remote for just about anything that accepts navigation via a USB keyboard.

=== Mac OS X and Apple TV 1 controls ===
'''Global:'''
* Plus - Up
* Minus - Down
* Previous / Rewind - Left
* Next / Forward - Right
* Play / Pause - Select
* Menu - Previous Menu
* Hold Play - Full Screen
* Hold Menu - Contextual menu

'''Home:'''
* Menu - Favourites
* Hold Menu - Shutdown Menu

'''Browsing videos/Library:'''
* Hold Up/Down - Scroll list
* Hold Play - Movie Information
* Hold Menu - Contextual menu

'''Full Screen Video:'''
* Left - Step back
* Right - Step forward
* Up - Volume Up
* Down - Volume Down
* Hold Left/Right - RW/FF
* Menu - Stop
* Hold Play - OSD

'''Music Playlist:'''
* Hold Left - Move Item Up
* Hold Right - Move Item Down
* Hold Menu - Delete Item
* Hold Pay - Visualisation

'''Screen/GUI Calibration:'''
* Play - Next Calibration

'''Apple Remote Button Translations (for use in keymap.xml):'''

* 1 Up
* 2 Down
* 3 Left
* 4 Right
* 5 Play
* 6 Menu
* 7 Hold Play
* 8 Hold Menu
* 9 Hold Left
* 10 Hold Right
* 11 Hold Left
* 12 Hold Right

Buttons IDs only available on ATV (>2.3) through "Learned Remote" feature

* 70 Play
* 71 Pause
* 72 Stop
* 73 SkipPrevious
* 74 SkipNext
* 75 Rewind
* 76 Forward
* 77 Return
* 78 Enter

'''Extract from keymap.xml:'''

<syntaxhighlight lang="xml" enclose="div">
<joystick name="AppleRemote">
<button id="1">Up</button>
<button id="2">Down</button>
<button id="3">Left</button>
<button id="4">Right</button>
<button id="5">Select</button>
<button id="6">PreviousMenu</button>
<button id="7">Fullscreen</button>
<button id="8">ContextMenu</button>


<button id="9">Left</button>
<button id="10">Right</button>


<button id="70">Play</button>
<button id="71">Pause</button>
<button id="72">Stop</button>
<button id="73">SkipPrevious</button>
<button id="74">SkipNext</button>
<button id="75">Rewind</button>
<button id="76">FastForward</button>
<button id="77">OSD</button>
<button id="78">ShowVideoMenu</button>
</joystick>
</syntaxhighlight>

For details make sure to check the keymapping file in [https://github.com/xbmc/xbmc/blob/master/system/keymaps/joystick.AppleRemote.xml GIT]

=== Apple TV 2 controls ===
:''See also: '''[[Alternative joystick.AppleRemote.xml for ATV2]]'''''
{{incomplete}}

=== (Arch)Linux ===
This is how to install the Apple Remote (A1294) on a Macbook under Archlinux. The IR driver is called macmini if using a different IR device find out the driver name and replace macmini. You will need to run the irrecord step below and won't be able to use the config I posted.

Install lirc using your packagemanager:

pacman -S lirc

edit /etc/conf.d/lircd.conf NOTE: the DEVICE name can differ.

<syntaxhighlight lang="bash" enclose="div">
#
# Parameters for lirc daemon
#

LIRC_DEVICE="/dev/usb/hiddev1"
LIRC_DRIVER="macmini"
LIRC_EXTRAOPTS=""
LIRC_CONFIGFILE="/etc/lirc/lircd.conf"
</syntaxhighlight>

create /etc/lirc/lircd.conf
<syntaxhighlight lang="bash" enclose="div">
begin remote
name Apple_A1294_macmini
bits 8
eps 30
aeps 100
one 0 0
zero 0 0
pre_data_bits 24
pre_data 0x87EE86
gap 111946
toggle_bit_mask 0x0
begin codes
KEY_MENU 0x03
KEY_PLAY 0x5F 0x05
KEY_OK 0x5C 0x05
KEY_RIGHT 0x06
KEY_LEFT 0x09
KEY_UP 0x0A
KEY_DOWN 0x0C
end codes
end remote
</syntaxhighlight>

If you don't have an Apple Remote A1294 (look under the battery for the model number) you must create a file with

sudo irrecord -d /dev/usb/hiddev1 -H macmini /etc/lirc/lircd.conf

OR take a look in /usr/share/lirc/remotes/apple/ OR http://lirc.sourceforge.net/remotes/apple/ if someone else already has.

start the lirc service
sudo /etc/rc.d/lircd start

You can use the '''irw''' command to test if you have done everything right up until now. It will display button presses of the remote.

Now to xbmc:

Create ~/.xbmc/userdata/Lircmap.xml

<syntaxhighlight lang="xml" enclose="div">
<lircmap>
<remote device="Apple_A1294_macmini">
<up>KEY_UP</up>
<down>KEY_DOWN</down>
<left>KEY_LEFT</left>
<right>KEY_RIGHT</right>
<play>KEY_PLAY</play>
<menu>KEY_MENU</menu>
<select>KEY_OK</select>
</remote>
</lircmap>
</syntaxhighlight>

[[Category:Mac OS X]]
[[Category:Apple TV 1]]
[[Category:Apple]]
[[Category:Remotes]]

Archive:Apple remote

2017-03-08T10:15:41Z

Gusdevices: /* Using the Apple remote on other computers */

{{cleanup}}
<section begin="summary" />
== Apple remote ==
[[File:Apple remote.jpg|First (white) and second (silver) generation Apple remotes.|thumb]]

There are two versions of the Apple remote, the first generation white one with 6 buttons, and the second generation silver one with 7 buttons. These remotes have sometimes come with Mac computers and [[Apple TV]] units, but can also be purchased separately. The white version is no longer made, but can be found on [[w:eBay|eBay]]. Both versions have identical functions and be used interchangeably. Currently the "Play" button on the silver version functions the same as the middle "select" button (with some exceptions; for instance "Play" on a folder in files-view plays all files in the folder). The remotes can also be paired to a specific device to prevent one remote from controlling two devices at once (or vice versa).
<includeonly>{{-}}</includeonly>
<section end="summary" />
__TOC__

=== Using the Apple remote on other computers ===
* Using the Apple remote in Kodi using Windows/Bootcamp: http://forum.kodi.tv/showthread.php?tid=73947&pid=539934#pid539934

* Using the Apple remote in Kodi using Linux: [https://web.archive.org/web/20141009165855/http://teknogeekz.com/blog/?p=422 http://teknogeekz.com/blog/?p=422]

* Adding an Apple IR remote receiver to a computer: [https://web.archive.org/web/20131214023524/http://teknogeekz.com/blog/?p=376 http://teknogeekz.com/blog/?p=376]

* Adding an Apple IR remote receiver to an iMac, MacBook, MacPro (or even a Windows PC) without built-in infrared receiver: [http://gusdevices.wixsite.com/smartgus/home-english http://gusdevices.wixsite.com/smartgus/home-english]

* [[Flirc]] can also be used to adapt the Apple Remote for just about anything that accepts navigation via a USB keyboard.

=== Mac OS X and Apple TV 1 controls ===
'''Global:'''
* Plus - Up
* Minus - Down
* Previous / Rewind - Left
* Next / Forward - Right
* Play / Pause - Select
* Menu - Previous Menu
* Hold Play - Full Screen
* Hold Menu - Contextual menu

'''Home:'''
* Menu - Favourites
* Hold Menu - Shutdown Menu

'''Browsing videos/Library:'''
* Hold Up/Down - Scroll list
* Hold Play - Movie Information
* Hold Menu - Contextual menu

'''Full Screen Video:'''
* Left - Step back
* Right - Step forward
* Up - Volume Up
* Down - Volume Down
* Hold Left/Right - RW/FF
* Menu - Stop
* Hold Play - OSD

'''Music Playlist:'''
* Hold Left - Move Item Up
* Hold Right - Move Item Down
* Hold Menu - Delete Item
* Hold Pay - Visualisation

'''Screen/GUI Calibration:'''
* Play - Next Calibration

'''Apple Remote Button Translations (for use in keymap.xml):'''

* 1 Up
* 2 Down
* 3 Left
* 4 Right
* 5 Play
* 6 Menu
* 7 Hold Play
* 8 Hold Menu
* 9 Hold Left
* 10 Hold Right
* 11 Hold Left
* 12 Hold Right

Buttons IDs only available on ATV (>2.3) through "Learned Remote" feature

* 70 Play
* 71 Pause
* 72 Stop
* 73 SkipPrevious
* 74 SkipNext
* 75 Rewind
* 76 Forward
* 77 Return
* 78 Enter

'''Extract from keymap.xml:'''

<syntaxhighlight lang="xml" enclose="div">
<joystick name="AppleRemote">
<button id="1">Up</button>
<button id="2">Down</button>
<button id="3">Left</button>
<button id="4">Right</button>
<button id="5">Select</button>
<button id="6">PreviousMenu</button>
<button id="7">Fullscreen</button>
<button id="8">ContextMenu</button>


<button id="9">Left</button>
<button id="10">Right</button>


<button id="70">Play</button>
<button id="71">Pause</button>
<button id="72">Stop</button>
<button id="73">SkipPrevious</button>
<button id="74">SkipNext</button>
<button id="75">Rewind</button>
<button id="76">FastForward</button>
<button id="77">OSD</button>
<button id="78">ShowVideoMenu</button>
</joystick>
</syntaxhighlight>

For details make sure to check the keymapping file in [https://github.com/xbmc/xbmc/blob/master/system/keymaps/joystick.AppleRemote.xml GIT]

=== Apple TV 2 controls ===
:''See also: '''[[Alternative joystick.AppleRemote.xml for ATV2]]'''''
{{incomplete}}

=== (Arch)Linux ===
This is how to install the Apple Remote (A1294) on a Macbook under Archlinux. The IR driver is called macmini if using a different IR device find out the driver name and replace macmini. You will need to run the irrecord step below and won't be able to use the config I posted.

Install lirc using your packagemanager:

pacman -S lirc

edit /etc/conf.d/lircd.conf NOTE: the DEVICE name can differ.

<syntaxhighlight lang="bash" enclose="div">
#
# Parameters for lirc daemon
#

LIRC_DEVICE="/dev/usb/hiddev1"
LIRC_DRIVER="macmini"
LIRC_EXTRAOPTS=""
LIRC_CONFIGFILE="/etc/lirc/lircd.conf"
</syntaxhighlight>

create /etc/lirc/lircd.conf
<syntaxhighlight lang="bash" enclose="div">
begin remote
name Apple_A1294_macmini
bits 8
eps 30
aeps 100
one 0 0
zero 0 0
pre_data_bits 24
pre_data 0x87EE86
gap 111946
toggle_bit_mask 0x0
begin codes
KEY_MENU 0x03
KEY_PLAY 0x5F 0x05
KEY_OK 0x5C 0x05
KEY_RIGHT 0x06
KEY_LEFT 0x09
KEY_UP 0x0A
KEY_DOWN 0x0C
end codes
end remote
</syntaxhighlight>

If you don't have an Apple Remote A1294 (look under the battery for the model number) you must create a file with

sudo irrecord -d /dev/usb/hiddev1 -H macmini /etc/lirc/lircd.conf

OR take a look in /usr/share/lirc/remotes/apple/ OR http://lirc.sourceforge.net/remotes/apple/ if someone else already has.

start the lirc service
sudo /etc/rc.d/lircd start

You can use the '''irw''' command to test if you have done everything right up until now. It will display button presses of the remote.

Now to xbmc:

Create ~/.xbmc/userdata/Lircmap.xml

<syntaxhighlight lang="xml" enclose="div">
<lircmap>
<remote device="Apple_A1294_macmini">
<up>KEY_UP</up>
<down>KEY_DOWN</down>
<left>KEY_LEFT</left>
<right>KEY_RIGHT</right>
<play>KEY_PLAY</play>
<menu>KEY_MENU</menu>
<select>KEY_OK</select>
</remote>
</lircmap>
</syntaxhighlight>

[[Category:Mac OS X]]
[[Category:Apple TV 1]]
[[Category:Apple]]
[[Category:Remotes]]

Remote controls

2016-12-04T17:35:54Z

Gusdevices: typo

{{mininav|[[General topics]]}} {{to do}}
<section begin="intro" />In {{Kodi}} the primary environment was designed for the living room ([[10-foot interface]]) and controlling it only with a remote control. While {{Kodi}} does support mouse, keyboard, and even touch controls, the main method of controlling {{Kodi}} is designed around is the typical remote. This further enhances the appliance feel of the {{Kodi}} and fits next to (or replaces) the other remotes that are likely to be in your entertainment room.<section end="intro" />

== Types of remotes ==
* {{big|'''[[Remote controls/MCE|MCE Remotes]] -'''}} Infrared remote controls made for computers that follow the MCE standard. These remotes should work with {{Kodi}} out-of-the-box on Windows and Linux.

* {{big|'''[[Remote controls/RF|RF Remotes]] -'''}} Radio frequency remote controls, such as 2.4 GHz dongles and bluetooth remotes. Most of these typically emulate a keyboard interface and/or standard multimedia keys.

* {{big| '''[[CEC]] -'''}} Use your existing TV remote control if you have a CEC (Consumer Electronics Control) compatible television or AV-recidver supporting HDMI-CEC interface.

* {{big|'''[[Game controllers]] -'''}} Game controllers, including gamepads and joysticks, such as Xbox 360, PlayStation 3/4, and Nintendo Wii controllers can all be used to directly control {{Kodi}}'s interface.

* {{big|'''[[Smart phone/tablet]] -'''}} Turn your smart phone or tablet into the ultimate remote control.

* {{big|'''[[Remote controls/Control Systems|Control Systems]] -'''}} Highly Customizable Programmable Control Systems for Home Automation which can control {{Kodi}} as well as Lights, HVAC, A/V Equipment, and much more.

* {{big|'''[[Touch controls]] -'''}} Using {{Kodi}} with a touch screen device.

* {{big|'''[[Web interface]]s -'''}} {{#lst:Web interface|intro}}

* {{big|'''[[Keyboards]] - '''}} Still want to use a keyboard and/or mouse? Check this page.

* {{big|'''[[Apple Remote]] -'''}} Using {{Kodi}} with an Apple Remote. This works out of the box with all iMac and MacBook with built-in remote control receiver. For more recent iMac and MacBook (without buil-in infrared receiver, from about 2011/2012) an external remote receiver is needed. With the USB SmartGUS receiver, all the Mac will have IR functionalities back.

== Additional topics ==
* [[Keymap]]
* [[HOW-TO:Modify keyboard.xml]]
* [[LIRC]]
* [[:Category:Custom keymaps]]
* [[Add-on:MCERemote]]
* [[Add-on:Keymap Editor]]
* [[HOW-TO:Use SMS-style text entry for remotes]]
* [[HOW-TO:Modify time seeking]]

== Guides ==
* http://nucblog.net/2014/01/mapping-the-buttons-on-the-remote-control/
* http://wiki.openelec.tv/index.php/Guide_to_add_your_own_remote

{{Helix updated}}

[[Category:Index]]
[[Category:Manual]]
[[Category:Remotes|*]]

Archive:Apple remote

2016-10-21T13:34:17Z

Gusdevices: /* Using the Apple remote on other computers */

{{cleanup}}
<section begin="summary" />
== Apple remote ==
[[File:Apple remote.jpg|First (white) and second (silver) generation Apple remotes.|thumb]]

There are two versions of the Apple remote, the first generation white one with 6 buttons, and the second generation silver one with 7 buttons. These remotes have sometimes come with Mac computers and [[Apple TV]] units, but can also be purchased separately. The white version is no longer made, but can be found on [[w:eBay|eBay]]. Both versions have identical functions and be used interchangeably. Currently the "Play" button on the silver version functions the same as the middle "select" button (with some exceptions; for instance "Play" on a folder in files-view plays all files in the folder). The remotes can also be paired to a specific device to prevent one remote from controlling two devices at once (or vice versa).
<includeonly>{{-}}</includeonly>
<section end="summary" />
__TOC__

=== Using the Apple remote on other computers ===
* Using the Apple remote in Kodi using Windows/Bootcamp: http://forum.kodi.tv/showthread.php?tid=73947&pid=539934#pid539934

* Using the Apple remote in Kodi using Linux: [https://web.archive.org/web/20141009165855/http://teknogeekz.com/blog/?p=422 http://teknogeekz.com/blog/?p=422]

* Adding an Apple IR remote receiver to a computer: [https://web.archive.org/web/20131214023524/http://teknogeekz.com/blog/?p=376 http://teknogeekz.com/blog/?p=376]

* Adding an Apple IR remote receiver to an iMac, MacBook, MacPro (or even a Windows PC) without buil-in infrared receiver: [http://gusdevices.wixsite.com/smartgus/home-english http://gusdevices.wixsite.com/smartgus/home-english]

* [[Flirc]] can also be used to adapt the Apple Remote for just about anything that accepts navigation via a USB keyboard.

=== Mac OS X and Apple TV 1 controls ===
'''Global:'''
* Plus - Up
* Minus - Down
* Previous / Rewind - Left
* Next / Forward - Right
* Play / Pause - Select
* Menu - Previous Menu
* Hold Play - Full Screen
* Hold Menu - Contextual menu

'''Home:'''
* Menu - Favourites
* Hold Menu - Shutdown Menu

'''Browsing videos/Library:'''
* Hold Up/Down - Scroll list
* Hold Play - Movie Information
* Hold Menu - Contextual menu

'''Full Screen Video:'''
* Left - Step back
* Right - Step forward
* Up - Volume Up
* Down - Volume Down
* Hold Left/Right - RW/FF
* Menu - Stop
* Hold Play - OSD

'''Music Playlist:'''
* Hold Left - Move Item Up
* Hold Right - Move Item Down
* Hold Menu - Delete Item
* Hold Pay - Visualisation

'''Screen/GUI Calibration:'''
* Play - Next Calibration

'''Apple Remote Button Translations (for use in keymap.xml):'''

* 1 Up
* 2 Down
* 3 Left
* 4 Right
* 5 Play
* 6 Menu
* 7 Hold Play
* 8 Hold Menu
* 9 Hold Left
* 10 Hold Right
* 11 Hold Left
* 12 Hold Right

Buttons IDs only available on ATV (>2.3) through "Learned Remote" feature

* 70 Play
* 71 Pause
* 72 Stop
* 73 SkipPrevious
* 74 SkipNext
* 75 Rewind
* 76 Forward
* 77 Return
* 78 Enter

'''Extract from keymap.xml:'''

<syntaxhighlight lang="xml" enclose="div">
<joystick name="AppleRemote">
<button id="1">Up</button>
<button id="2">Down</button>
<button id="3">Left</button>
<button id="4">Right</button>
<button id="5">Select</button>
<button id="6">PreviousMenu</button>
<button id="7">Fullscreen</button>
<button id="8">ContextMenu</button>


<button id="9">Left</button>
<button id="10">Right</button>


<button id="70">Play</button>
<button id="71">Pause</button>
<button id="72">Stop</button>
<button id="73">SkipPrevious</button>
<button id="74">SkipNext</button>
<button id="75">Rewind</button>
<button id="76">FastForward</button>
<button id="77">OSD</button>
<button id="78">ShowVideoMenu</button>
</joystick>
</syntaxhighlight>

For details make sure to check the keymapping file in [https://github.com/xbmc/xbmc/blob/master/system/keymaps/joystick.AppleRemote.xml GIT]

=== Apple TV 2 controls ===
:''See also: '''[[Alternative joystick.AppleRemote.xml for ATV2]]'''''
{{incomplete}}

=== (Arch)Linux ===
This is how to install the Apple Remote (A1294) on a Macbook under Archlinux. The IR driver is called macmini if using a different IR device find out the driver name and replace macmini. You will need to run the irrecord step below and won't be able to use the config I posted.

Install lirc using your packagemanager:

pacman -S lirc

edit /etc/conf.d/lircd.conf NOTE: the DEVICE name can differ.

<syntaxhighlight lang="bash" enclose="div">
#
# Parameters for lirc daemon
#

LIRC_DEVICE="/dev/usb/hiddev1"
LIRC_DRIVER="macmini"
LIRC_EXTRAOPTS=""
LIRC_CONFIGFILE="/etc/lirc/lircd.conf"
</syntaxhighlight>

create /etc/lirc/lircd.conf
<syntaxhighlight lang="bash" enclose="div">
begin remote
name Apple_A1294_macmini
bits 8
eps 30
aeps 100
one 0 0
zero 0 0
pre_data_bits 24
pre_data 0x87EE86
gap 111946
toggle_bit_mask 0x0
begin codes
KEY_MENU 0x03
KEY_PLAY 0x5F 0x05
KEY_OK 0x5C 0x05
KEY_RIGHT 0x06
KEY_LEFT 0x09
KEY_UP 0x0A
KEY_DOWN 0x0C
end codes
end remote
</syntaxhighlight>

If you don't have an Apple Remote A1294 (look under the battery for the model number) you must create a file with

sudo irrecord -d /dev/usb/hiddev1 -H macmini /etc/lirc/lircd.conf

OR take a look in /usr/share/lirc/remotes/apple/ OR http://lirc.sourceforge.net/remotes/apple/ if someone else already has.

start the lirc service
sudo /etc/rc.d/lircd start

You can use the '''irw''' command to test if you have done everything right up until now. It will display button presses of the remote.

Now to xbmc:

Create ~/.xbmc/userdata/Lircmap.xml

<syntaxhighlight lang="xml" enclose="div">
<lircmap>
<remote device="Apple_A1294_macmini">
<up>KEY_UP</up>
<down>KEY_DOWN</down>
<left>KEY_LEFT</left>
<right>KEY_RIGHT</right>
<play>KEY_PLAY</play>
<menu>KEY_MENU</menu>
<select>KEY_OK</select>
</remote>
</lircmap>
</syntaxhighlight>

[[Category:Mac OS X]]
[[Category:Apple TV 1]]
[[Category:Apple]]
[[Category:Remotes]]

Archive:Apple remote

2016-10-21T13:33:11Z

Gusdevices: /* Using the Apple remote on other computers */

{{cleanup}}
<section begin="summary" />
== Apple remote ==
[[File:Apple remote.jpg|First (white) and second (silver) generation Apple remotes.|thumb]]

There are two versions of the Apple remote, the first generation white one with 6 buttons, and the second generation silver one with 7 buttons. These remotes have sometimes come with Mac computers and [[Apple TV]] units, but can also be purchased separately. The white version is no longer made, but can be found on [[w:eBay|eBay]]. Both versions have identical functions and be used interchangeably. Currently the "Play" button on the silver version functions the same as the middle "select" button (with some exceptions; for instance "Play" on a folder in files-view plays all files in the folder). The remotes can also be paired to a specific device to prevent one remote from controlling two devices at once (or vice versa).
<includeonly>{{-}}</includeonly>
<section end="summary" />
__TOC__

=== Using the Apple remote on other computers ===
* Using the Apple remote in Kodi using Windows/Bootcamp: http://forum.kodi.tv/showthread.php?tid=73947&pid=539934#pid539934

* Using the Apple remote in Kodi using Linux: [https://web.archive.org/web/20141009165855/http://teknogeekz.com/blog/?p=422 http://teknogeekz.com/blog/?p=422]

* Adding an Apple IR remote receiver to a computer: [https://web.archive.org/web/20131214023524/http://teknogeekz.com/blog/?p=376 http://teknogeekz.com/blog/?p=376]

* Adding an Apple IR remote receiver to an iMac, MacBook, MacPro (or even a Windows PC) without buil-in infrared receiver: [http://gusdevices.wix.com/smartgus http://gusdevices.wix.com/smartgus ]

* [[Flirc]] can also be used to adapt the Apple Remote for just about anything that accepts navigation via a USB keyboard.

=== Mac OS X and Apple TV 1 controls ===
'''Global:'''
* Plus - Up
* Minus - Down
* Previous / Rewind - Left
* Next / Forward - Right
* Play / Pause - Select
* Menu - Previous Menu
* Hold Play - Full Screen
* Hold Menu - Contextual menu

'''Home:'''
* Menu - Favourites
* Hold Menu - Shutdown Menu

'''Browsing videos/Library:'''
* Hold Up/Down - Scroll list
* Hold Play - Movie Information
* Hold Menu - Contextual menu

'''Full Screen Video:'''
* Left - Step back
* Right - Step forward
* Up - Volume Up
* Down - Volume Down
* Hold Left/Right - RW/FF
* Menu - Stop
* Hold Play - OSD

'''Music Playlist:'''
* Hold Left - Move Item Up
* Hold Right - Move Item Down
* Hold Menu - Delete Item
* Hold Pay - Visualisation

'''Screen/GUI Calibration:'''
* Play - Next Calibration

'''Apple Remote Button Translations (for use in keymap.xml):'''

* 1 Up
* 2 Down
* 3 Left
* 4 Right
* 5 Play
* 6 Menu
* 7 Hold Play
* 8 Hold Menu
* 9 Hold Left
* 10 Hold Right
* 11 Hold Left
* 12 Hold Right

Buttons IDs only available on ATV (>2.3) through "Learned Remote" feature

* 70 Play
* 71 Pause
* 72 Stop
* 73 SkipPrevious
* 74 SkipNext
* 75 Rewind
* 76 Forward
* 77 Return
* 78 Enter

'''Extract from keymap.xml:'''

<syntaxhighlight lang="xml" enclose="div">
<joystick name="AppleRemote">
<button id="1">Up</button>
<button id="2">Down</button>
<button id="3">Left</button>
<button id="4">Right</button>
<button id="5">Select</button>
<button id="6">PreviousMenu</button>
<button id="7">Fullscreen</button>
<button id="8">ContextMenu</button>


<button id="9">Left</button>
<button id="10">Right</button>


<button id="70">Play</button>
<button id="71">Pause</button>
<button id="72">Stop</button>
<button id="73">SkipPrevious</button>
<button id="74">SkipNext</button>
<button id="75">Rewind</button>
<button id="76">FastForward</button>
<button id="77">OSD</button>
<button id="78">ShowVideoMenu</button>
</joystick>
</syntaxhighlight>

For details make sure to check the keymapping file in [https://github.com/xbmc/xbmc/blob/master/system/keymaps/joystick.AppleRemote.xml GIT]

=== Apple TV 2 controls ===
:''See also: '''[[Alternative joystick.AppleRemote.xml for ATV2]]'''''
{{incomplete}}

=== (Arch)Linux ===
This is how to install the Apple Remote (A1294) on a Macbook under Archlinux. The IR driver is called macmini if using a different IR device find out the driver name and replace macmini. You will need to run the irrecord step below and won't be able to use the config I posted.

Install lirc using your packagemanager:

pacman -S lirc

edit /etc/conf.d/lircd.conf NOTE: the DEVICE name can differ.

<syntaxhighlight lang="bash" enclose="div">
#
# Parameters for lirc daemon
#

LIRC_DEVICE="/dev/usb/hiddev1"
LIRC_DRIVER="macmini"
LIRC_EXTRAOPTS=""
LIRC_CONFIGFILE="/etc/lirc/lircd.conf"
</syntaxhighlight>

create /etc/lirc/lircd.conf
<syntaxhighlight lang="bash" enclose="div">
begin remote
name Apple_A1294_macmini
bits 8
eps 30
aeps 100
one 0 0
zero 0 0
pre_data_bits 24
pre_data 0x87EE86
gap 111946
toggle_bit_mask 0x0
begin codes
KEY_MENU 0x03
KEY_PLAY 0x5F 0x05
KEY_OK 0x5C 0x05
KEY_RIGHT 0x06
KEY_LEFT 0x09
KEY_UP 0x0A
KEY_DOWN 0x0C
end codes
end remote
</syntaxhighlight>

If you don't have an Apple Remote A1294 (look under the battery for the model number) you must create a file with

sudo irrecord -d /dev/usb/hiddev1 -H macmini /etc/lirc/lircd.conf

OR take a look in /usr/share/lirc/remotes/apple/ OR http://lirc.sourceforge.net/remotes/apple/ if someone else already has.

start the lirc service
sudo /etc/rc.d/lircd start

You can use the '''irw''' command to test if you have done everything right up until now. It will display button presses of the remote.

Now to xbmc:

Create ~/.xbmc/userdata/Lircmap.xml

<syntaxhighlight lang="xml" enclose="div">
<lircmap>
<remote device="Apple_A1294_macmini">
<up>KEY_UP</up>
<down>KEY_DOWN</down>
<left>KEY_LEFT</left>
<right>KEY_RIGHT</right>
<play>KEY_PLAY</play>
<menu>KEY_MENU</menu>
<select>KEY_OK</select>
</remote>
</lircmap>
</syntaxhighlight>

[[Category:Mac OS X]]
[[Category:Apple TV 1]]
[[Category:Apple]]
[[Category:Remotes]]

Archive:Apple remote

2016-10-21T13:31:33Z

Gusdevices: /* Using the Apple remote on other computers */

{{cleanup}}
<section begin="summary" />
== Apple remote ==
[[File:Apple remote.jpg|First (white) and second (silver) generation Apple remotes.|thumb]]

There are two versions of the Apple remote, the first generation white one with 6 buttons, and the second generation silver one with 7 buttons. These remotes have sometimes come with Mac computers and [[Apple TV]] units, but can also be purchased separately. The white version is no longer made, but can be found on [[w:eBay|eBay]]. Both versions have identical functions and be used interchangeably. Currently the "Play" button on the silver version functions the same as the middle "select" button (with some exceptions; for instance "Play" on a folder in files-view plays all files in the folder). The remotes can also be paired to a specific device to prevent one remote from controlling two devices at once (or vice versa).
<includeonly>{{-}}</includeonly>
<section end="summary" />
__TOC__

=== Using the Apple remote on other computers ===
* Using the Apple remote in Kodi using Windows/Bootcamp: http://forum.kodi.tv/showthread.php?tid=73947&pid=539934#pid539934

* Using the Apple remote in Kodi using Linux: [https://web.archive.org/web/20141009165855/http://teknogeekz.com/blog/?p=422 http://teknogeekz.com/blog/?p=422]

* Adding an Apple IR remote receiver to a computer: [https://web.archive.org/web/20131214023524/http://teknogeekz.com/blog/?p=376 http://teknogeekz.com/blog/?p=376]

* Adding an Apple IR remote receiver to a Mac or MacBook (or even a WIndows PC) without buil-in infrared receiver: [https://gusdevices.wix.com/smartgus]

* [[Flirc]] can also be used to adapt the Apple Remote for just about anything that accepts navigation via a USB keyboard.

=== Mac OS X and Apple TV 1 controls ===
'''Global:'''
* Plus - Up
* Minus - Down
* Previous / Rewind - Left
* Next / Forward - Right
* Play / Pause - Select
* Menu - Previous Menu
* Hold Play - Full Screen
* Hold Menu - Contextual menu

'''Home:'''
* Menu - Favourites
* Hold Menu - Shutdown Menu

'''Browsing videos/Library:'''
* Hold Up/Down - Scroll list
* Hold Play - Movie Information
* Hold Menu - Contextual menu

'''Full Screen Video:'''
* Left - Step back
* Right - Step forward
* Up - Volume Up
* Down - Volume Down
* Hold Left/Right - RW/FF
* Menu - Stop
* Hold Play - OSD

'''Music Playlist:'''
* Hold Left - Move Item Up
* Hold Right - Move Item Down
* Hold Menu - Delete Item
* Hold Pay - Visualisation

'''Screen/GUI Calibration:'''
* Play - Next Calibration

'''Apple Remote Button Translations (for use in keymap.xml):'''

* 1 Up
* 2 Down
* 3 Left
* 4 Right
* 5 Play
* 6 Menu
* 7 Hold Play
* 8 Hold Menu
* 9 Hold Left
* 10 Hold Right
* 11 Hold Left
* 12 Hold Right

Buttons IDs only available on ATV (>2.3) through "Learned Remote" feature

* 70 Play
* 71 Pause
* 72 Stop
* 73 SkipPrevious
* 74 SkipNext
* 75 Rewind
* 76 Forward
* 77 Return
* 78 Enter

'''Extract from keymap.xml:'''

<syntaxhighlight lang="xml" enclose="div">
<joystick name="AppleRemote">
<button id="1">Up</button>
<button id="2">Down</button>
<button id="3">Left</button>
<button id="4">Right</button>
<button id="5">Select</button>
<button id="6">PreviousMenu</button>
<button id="7">Fullscreen</button>
<button id="8">ContextMenu</button>


<button id="9">Left</button>
<button id="10">Right</button>


<button id="70">Play</button>
<button id="71">Pause</button>
<button id="72">Stop</button>
<button id="73">SkipPrevious</button>
<button id="74">SkipNext</button>
<button id="75">Rewind</button>
<button id="76">FastForward</button>
<button id="77">OSD</button>
<button id="78">ShowVideoMenu</button>
</joystick>
</syntaxhighlight>

For details make sure to check the keymapping file in [https://github.com/xbmc/xbmc/blob/master/system/keymaps/joystick.AppleRemote.xml GIT]

=== Apple TV 2 controls ===
:''See also: '''[[Alternative joystick.AppleRemote.xml for ATV2]]'''''
{{incomplete}}

=== (Arch)Linux ===
This is how to install the Apple Remote (A1294) on a Macbook under Archlinux. The IR driver is called macmini if using a different IR device find out the driver name and replace macmini. You will need to run the irrecord step below and won't be able to use the config I posted.

Install lirc using your packagemanager:

pacman -S lirc

edit /etc/conf.d/lircd.conf NOTE: the DEVICE name can differ.

<syntaxhighlight lang="bash" enclose="div">
#
# Parameters for lirc daemon
#

LIRC_DEVICE="/dev/usb/hiddev1"
LIRC_DRIVER="macmini"
LIRC_EXTRAOPTS=""
LIRC_CONFIGFILE="/etc/lirc/lircd.conf"
</syntaxhighlight>

create /etc/lirc/lircd.conf
<syntaxhighlight lang="bash" enclose="div">
begin remote
name Apple_A1294_macmini
bits 8
eps 30
aeps 100
one 0 0
zero 0 0
pre_data_bits 24
pre_data 0x87EE86
gap 111946
toggle_bit_mask 0x0
begin codes
KEY_MENU 0x03
KEY_PLAY 0x5F 0x05
KEY_OK 0x5C 0x05
KEY_RIGHT 0x06
KEY_LEFT 0x09
KEY_UP 0x0A
KEY_DOWN 0x0C
end codes
end remote
</syntaxhighlight>

If you don't have an Apple Remote A1294 (look under the battery for the model number) you must create a file with

sudo irrecord -d /dev/usb/hiddev1 -H macmini /etc/lirc/lircd.conf

OR take a look in /usr/share/lirc/remotes/apple/ OR http://lirc.sourceforge.net/remotes/apple/ if someone else already has.

start the lirc service
sudo /etc/rc.d/lircd start

You can use the '''irw''' command to test if you have done everything right up until now. It will display button presses of the remote.

Now to xbmc:

Create ~/.xbmc/userdata/Lircmap.xml

<syntaxhighlight lang="xml" enclose="div">
<lircmap>
<remote device="Apple_A1294_macmini">
<up>KEY_UP</up>
<down>KEY_DOWN</down>
<left>KEY_LEFT</left>
<right>KEY_RIGHT</right>
<play>KEY_PLAY</play>
<menu>KEY_MENU</menu>
<select>KEY_OK</select>
</remote>
</lircmap>
</syntaxhighlight>

[[Category:Mac OS X]]
[[Category:Apple TV 1]]
[[Category:Apple]]
[[Category:Remotes]]

Remote controls

2016-10-16T17:27:05Z

Gusdevices:

{{mininav|[[General topics]]}} {{to do}}
<section begin="intro" />In {{Kodi}} the primary environment was designed for the living room ([[10-foot interface]]) and controlling it only with a remote control. While {{Kodi}} does support mouse, keyboard, and even touch controls, the main method of controlling {{Kodi}} is designed around is the typical remote. This further enhances the appliance feel of the {{Kodi}} and fits next to (or replaces) the other remotes that are likely to be in your entertainment room.<section end="intro" />

== Types of remotes ==
* {{big|'''[[Remote controls/MCE|MCE Remotes]] -'''}} Infrared remote controls made for computers that follow the MCE standard. These remotes should work with {{Kodi}} out-of-the-box on Windows and Linux.

* {{big|'''[[Remote controls/RF|RF Remotes]] -'''}} Radio frequency remote controls, such as 2.4 GHz dongles and bluetooth remotes. Most of these typically emulate a keyboard interface and/or standard multimedia keys.

* {{big| '''[[CEC]] -'''}} Use your existing TV remote control if you have a CEC (Consumer Electronics Control) compatible television or AV-recidver supporting HDMI-CEC interface.

* {{big|'''[[Game controllers]] -'''}} Game controllers, including gamepads and joysticks, such as Xbox 360, PlayStation 3/4, and Nintendo Wii controllers can all be used to directly control {{Kodi}}'s interface.

* {{big|'''[[Smart phone/tablet]] -'''}} Turn your smart phone or tablet into the ultimate remote control.

* {{big|'''[[Remote controls/Control Systems|Control Systems]] -'''}} Highly Customizable Programmable Control Systems for Home Automation which can control {{Kodi}} as well as Lights, HVAC, A/V Equipment, and much more.

* {{big|'''[[Touch controls]] -'''}} Using {{Kodi}} with a touch screen device.

* {{big|'''[[Web interface]]s -'''}} {{#lst:Web interface|intro}}

* {{big|'''[[Keyboards]] - '''}} Still want to use a keyboard and/or mouse? Check this page.

* {{big|'''[[Apple Remote]] -'''}} Using {{Kodi}} with an Apple Remote. This works out of the box with all iMac and MacBook with built-in remote control receiver. For more recent iMac and MacBook (without buil-in infrared receiver, from about 2011/2012) an external remote receiver is needed. With the USB SmartGUS receiver, the Apple Remote will work out of the box.

== Additional topics ==
* [[Keymap]]
* [[HOW-TO:Modify keyboard.xml]]
* [[LIRC]]
* [[:Category:Custom keymaps]]
* [[Add-on:MCERemote]]
* [[Add-on:Keymap Editor]]
* [[HOW-TO:Use SMS-style text entry for remotes]]
* [[HOW-TO:Modify time seeking]]

== Guides ==
* http://nucblog.net/2014/01/mapping-the-buttons-on-the-remote-control/
* http://wiki.openelec.tv/index.php/Guide_to_add_your_own_remote

{{Helix updated}}

[[Category:Index]]
[[Category:Manual]]
[[Category:Remotes|*]]

Remote controls

2016-10-16T17:26:22Z

Gusdevices:

{{mininav|[[General topics]]}} {{to do}}
<section begin="intro" />In {{Kodi}} the primary environment was designed for the living room ([[10-foot interface]]) and controlling it only with a remote control. While {{Kodi}} does support mouse, keyboard, and even touch controls, the main method of controlling {{Kodi}} is designed around is the typical remote. This further enhances the appliance feel of the {{Kodi}} and fits next to (or replaces) the other remotes that are likely to be in your entertainment room.<section end="intro" />

== Types of remotes ==
* {{big|'''[[Remote controls/MCE|MCE Remotes]] -'''}} Infrared remote controls made for computers that follow the MCE standard. These remotes should work with {{Kodi}} out-of-the-box on Windows and Linux.

* {{big|'''[[Remote controls/RF|RF Remotes]] -'''}} Radio frequency remote controls, such as 2.4 GHz dongles and bluetooth remotes. Most of these typically emulate a keyboard interface and/or standard multimedia keys.

* {{big| '''[[CEC]] -'''}} Use your existing TV remote control if you have a CEC (Consumer Electronics Control) compatible television or AV-recidver supporting HDMI-CEC interface.

* {{big|'''[[Game controllers]] -'''}} Game controllers, including gamepads and joysticks, such as Xbox 360, PlayStation 3/4, and Nintendo Wii controllers can all be used to directly control {{Kodi}}'s interface.

* {{big|'''[[Smart phone/tablet]] -'''}} Turn your smart phone or tablet into the ultimate remote control.

* {{big|'''[[Remote controls/Control Systems|Control Systems]] -'''}} Highly Customizable Programmable Control Systems for Home Automation which can control {{Kodi}} as well as Lights, HVAC, A/V Equipment, and much more.

* {{big|'''[[Touch controls]] -'''}} Using {{Kodi}} with a touch screen device.

* {{big|'''[[Web interface]]s -'''}} {{#lst:Web interface|intro}}

* {{big|'''[[Keyboards]] - '''}} Still want to use a keyboard and/or mouse? Check this page.

* {{big|'''[[Apple Remote]] -'''}} Using {{Kodi}} with an Apple Remote. This works out of the box with all iMac and MacBook with built-in remote control receiver. For more recent iMac and MacBook (without buil-in infrared receiver, from about 2011/2012) an external (USB) remote receiver is needed. With the USB SmartGUS receiver, the Apple Remote will work out of the box.

== Additional topics ==
* [[Keymap]]
* [[HOW-TO:Modify keyboard.xml]]
* [[LIRC]]
* [[:Category:Custom keymaps]]
* [[Add-on:MCERemote]]
* [[Add-on:Keymap Editor]]
* [[HOW-TO:Use SMS-style text entry for remotes]]
* [[HOW-TO:Modify time seeking]]

== Guides ==
* http://nucblog.net/2014/01/mapping-the-buttons-on-the-remote-control/
* http://wiki.openelec.tv/index.php/Guide_to_add_your_own_remote

{{Helix updated}}

[[Category:Index]]
[[Category:Manual]]
[[Category:Remotes|*]]

Remote controls

2016-10-16T17:25:13Z

Gusdevices:

{{mininav|[[General topics]]}} {{to do}}
<section begin="intro" />In {{Kodi}} the primary environment was designed for the living room ([[10-foot interface]]) and controlling it only with a remote control. While {{Kodi}} does support mouse, keyboard, and even touch controls, the main method of controlling {{Kodi}} is designed around is the typical remote. This further enhances the appliance feel of the {{Kodi}} and fits next to (or replaces) the other remotes that are likely to be in your entertainment room.<section end="intro" />

== Types of remotes ==
* {{big|'''[[Remote controls/MCE|MCE Remotes]] -'''}} Infrared remote controls made for computers that follow the MCE standard. These remotes should work with {{Kodi}} out-of-the-box on Windows and Linux.

* {{big|'''[[Remote controls/RF|RF Remotes]] -'''}} Radio frequency remote controls, such as 2.4 GHz dongles and bluetooth remotes. Most of these typically emulate a keyboard interface and/or standard multimedia keys.

* {{big| '''[[CEC]] -'''}} Use your existing TV remote control if you have a CEC (Consumer Electronics Control) compatible television or AV-recidver supporting HDMI-CEC interface.

* {{big|'''[[Game controllers]] -'''}} Game controllers, including gamepads and joysticks, such as Xbox 360, PlayStation 3/4, and Nintendo Wii controllers can all be used to directly control {{Kodi}}'s interface.

* {{big|'''[[Smart phone/tablet]] -'''}} Turn your smart phone or tablet into the ultimate remote control.

* {{big|'''[[Remote controls/Control Systems|Control Systems]] -'''}} Highly Customizable Programmable Control Systems for Home Automation which can control {{Kodi}} as well as Lights, HVAC, A/V Equipment, and much more.

* {{big|'''[[Touch controls]] -'''}} Using {{Kodi}} with a touch screen device.

* {{big|'''[[Web interface]]s -'''}} {{#lst:Web interface|intro}}

* {{big|'''[[Keyboards]] - '''}} Still want to use a keyboard and/or mouse? Check this page.

* {{big|'''[[Apple Remote]] -'''}} Using {{Kodi}} with an Apple Remote. This works out of the box with all iMac and MacBook with built-in remote control receiver. For more recent iMac and MacBook (without buil-in infrared receiver, from about 2011/2012) an external (USB) remote receiver is needed. With the SMartGUS receiver, the Apple Remote will work out of the box.

== Additional topics ==
* [[Keymap]]
* [[HOW-TO:Modify keyboard.xml]]
* [[LIRC]]
* [[:Category:Custom keymaps]]
* [[Add-on:MCERemote]]
* [[Add-on:Keymap Editor]]
* [[HOW-TO:Use SMS-style text entry for remotes]]
* [[HOW-TO:Modify time seeking]]

== Guides ==
* http://nucblog.net/2014/01/mapping-the-buttons-on-the-remote-control/
* http://wiki.openelec.tv/index.php/Guide_to_add_your_own_remote

{{Helix updated}}

[[Category:Index]]
[[Category:Manual]]
[[Category:Remotes|*]]

Remote controls

2016-10-16T17:24:21Z

Gusdevices:

{{mininav|[[General topics]]}} {{to do}}
<section begin="intro" />In {{Kodi}} the primary environment was designed for the living room ([[10-foot interface]]) and controlling it only with a remote control. While {{Kodi}} does support mouse, keyboard, and even touch controls, the main method of controlling {{Kodi}} is designed around is the typical remote. This further enhances the appliance feel of the {{Kodi}} and fits next to (or replaces) the other remotes that are likely to be in your entertainment room.<section end="intro" />

== Types of remotes ==
* {{big|'''[[Remote controls/MCE|MCE Remotes]] -'''}} Infrared remote controls made for computers that follow the MCE standard. These remotes should work with {{Kodi}} out-of-the-box on Windows and Linux.

* {{big|'''[[Remote controls/RF|RF Remotes]] -'''}} Radio frequency remote controls, such as 2.4 GHz dongles and bluetooth remotes. Most of these typically emulate a keyboard interface and/or standard multimedia keys.

* {{big| '''[[CEC]] -'''}} Use your existing TV remote control if you have a CEC (Consumer Electronics Control) compatible television or AV-recidver supporting HDMI-CEC interface.

* {{big|'''[[Game controllers]] -'''}} Game controllers, including gamepads and joysticks, such as Xbox 360, PlayStation 3/4, and Nintendo Wii controllers can all be used to directly control {{Kodi}}'s interface.

* {{big|'''[[Smart phone/tablet]] -'''}} Turn your smart phone or tablet into the ultimate remote control.

* {{big|'''[[Remote controls/Control Systems|Control Systems]] -'''}} Highly Customizable Programmable Control Systems for Home Automation which can control {{Kodi}} as well as Lights, HVAC, A/V Equipment, and much more.

* {{big|'''[[Touch controls]] -'''}} Using {{Kodi}} with a touch screen device.

* {{big|'''[[Web interface]]s -'''}} {{#lst:Web interface|intro}}

* {{big|'''[[Keyboards]] - '''}} Still want to use a keyboard and/or mouse? Check this page.

* {{big|'''[[Apple Remote]] -'''}} Using {{Kodi}} with an Apple Remote. This works out of the box with all iMac and MacBook with built-in remote control receiver. For more recent iMac and MacBook (from about 2011/2012) an external (USB) remote receiver is needed. With the SMartGUS receiver, the Apple Remote will work out of the box.

== Additional topics ==
* [[Keymap]]
* [[HOW-TO:Modify keyboard.xml]]
* [[LIRC]]
* [[:Category:Custom keymaps]]
* [[Add-on:MCERemote]]
* [[Add-on:Keymap Editor]]
* [[HOW-TO:Use SMS-style text entry for remotes]]
* [[HOW-TO:Modify time seeking]]

== Guides ==
* http://nucblog.net/2014/01/mapping-the-buttons-on-the-remote-control/
* http://wiki.openelec.tv/index.php/Guide_to_add_your_own_remote

{{Helix updated}}

[[Category:Index]]
[[Category:Manual]]
[[Category:Remotes|*]]

Remote controls

2016-10-16T17:23:36Z

Gusdevices:

{{mininav|[[General topics]]}} {{to do}}
<section begin="intro" />In {{Kodi}} the primary environment was designed for the living room ([[10-foot interface]]) and controlling it only with a remote control. While {{Kodi}} does support mouse, keyboard, and even touch controls, the main method of controlling {{Kodi}} is designed around is the typical remote. This further enhances the appliance feel of the {{Kodi}} and fits next to (or replaces) the other remotes that are likely to be in your entertainment room.<section end="intro" />

== Types of remotes ==
* {{big|'''[[Remote controls/MCE|MCE Remotes]] -'''}} Infrared remote controls made for computers that follow the MCE standard. These remotes should work with {{Kodi}} out-of-the-box on Windows and Linux.

* {{big|'''[[Remote controls/RF|RF Remotes]] -'''}} Radio frequency remote controls, such as 2.4 GHz dongles and bluetooth remotes. Most of these typically emulate a keyboard interface and/or standard multimedia keys.

* {{big| '''[[CEC]] -'''}} Use your existing TV remote control if you have a CEC (Consumer Electronics Control) compatible television or AV-recidver supporting HDMI-CEC interface.

* {{big|'''[[Game controllers]] -'''}} Game controllers, including gamepads and joysticks, such as Xbox 360, PlayStation 3/4, and Nintendo Wii controllers can all be used to directly control {{Kodi}}'s interface.

* {{big|'''[[Smart phone/tablet]] -'''}} Turn your smart phone or tablet into the ultimate remote control.

* {{big|'''[[Remote controls/Control Systems|Control Systems]] -'''}} Highly Customizable Programmable Control Systems for Home Automation which can control {{Kodi}} as well as Lights, HVAC, A/V Equipment, and much more.

* {{big|'''[[Touch controls]] -'''}} Using {{Kodi}} with a touch screen device.

* {{big|'''[[Apple Remote]] -'''}} Using {{Kodi}} with an Apple Remote. This works out of the box with all iMac and MacBook with built-in remote control receiver. For more recent iMac and MacBook (from about 2011/2012) an external (USB) remote receiver is needed. With the SMartGUS receiver, the Apple Remote will work out of the box.

* {{big|'''[[Web interface]]s -'''}} {{#lst:Web interface|intro}}

* {{big|'''[[Keyboards]] - '''}} Still want to use a keyboard and/or mouse? Check this page.

== Additional topics ==
* [[Keymap]]
* [[HOW-TO:Modify keyboard.xml]]
* [[LIRC]]
* [[:Category:Custom keymaps]]
* [[Add-on:MCERemote]]
* [[Add-on:Keymap Editor]]
* [[HOW-TO:Use SMS-style text entry for remotes]]
* [[HOW-TO:Modify time seeking]]

== Guides ==
* http://nucblog.net/2014/01/mapping-the-buttons-on-the-remote-control/
* http://wiki.openelec.tv/index.php/Guide_to_add_your_own_remote

{{Helix updated}}

[[Category:Index]]
[[Category:Manual]]
[[Category:Remotes|*]]