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| Topic: | Programming MX-3000s This thread has 10 replies. Displaying all posts. |
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| Post 1 made on Wednesday April 27, 2005 at 13:58 |
jjames Long Time Member |
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On average, how long does it take you to program a full MX-3000 remote that includes:
- Macro set up of about 4-5 activities (Watch TV; Watch a Movie, Listen to the Radio, etc.)
- A help feature in all activities similar to that of the Harmony Remote
- Some custom graphics (local radio station logos, custom battery indicator, etc.)
I'm programming my second MX-3000 (about 4 months between programming the two), and it's taking me quite a while. I'm not looking to see who's the fastest, but more to see how long it should take me.
Any feedback would be great!!!
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| Post 2 made on Wednesday April 27, 2005 at 14:09 |
Darnitol Universal Remote Control Inc. |
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Programming time depends largely on how well you've got the templates set up for your use. With a properly designed template, programming a complex system can literally be a 1-hour job. On the other hand, if you're designing a custom UI for each job complete with new graphic design and specific layouts for individual components, then you could easily rack up 50 or more programming hours.
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| OP | Post 3 made on Wednesday April 27, 2005 at 14:16 |
jjames Long Time Member |
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Hmm . . . nothing too fancy here (except for the help feature, which asks you a series of questions about the state of the components, and powers them on, or whatever depending on your "Yes" or "No" response. If anyone really wants to see what I'm talking about, I might be able to send you the file.
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| Post 4 made on Wednesday April 27, 2005 at 19:09 |
tippy-tie Long Time Member |
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I'd be interested in seeing your file. I also tend to spend a lot of time on mx-3000 programs, but I'm playing around alot with custom graphics and variables. 1 hour? that's a good goal for me to shoot for, I guess.
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| OP | Post 5 made on Wednesday April 27, 2005 at 21:11 |
jjames Long Time Member |
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Wow, everyone keeps saying 1 hour. I guess I'm beyond slow then - LOL. So far I've spent nearly 40 hours on this project. I guess making the macros kill me. But like I said - second go-around on an MX-3000.
Plus I hate all this drag and drop stuff, and all the limitations in the software. Like I'd love to have more than one file open at a time, clearing the contents of several buttons in one swipe, etc.
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| Post 6 made on Wednesday April 27, 2005 at 22:51 |
vwpower44 Super Member |
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If I am using one of the MX editors pre-made templates, I can do this in about 1-2 hours with help pages. If you are using a custom template, then more time will be needed. Somtimes can range to 10 hours or more. I am working on a Matrix themed remote contorl right now for a customer, and I will let y'all know how long it takes. Includes a Receiver, CD-player, DVD-player, Hi-8 deck, VCR, DVR, TV, Multi-zone, AM/FM Radio, XM, and Cable Music Channels.
Mike
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| Post 7 made on Wednesday April 27, 2005 at 23:14 |
Dogman Long Time Member |
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I don't even want to think of how much flipping time I have in a few of my remotes. Tried real hard to be creative. Found out function was more important than looks. Now that it is functional i want it nice and pretty again. Then to have it as functional as I want and as pretty as i want it wont fit. Hank, Eric WE NEED MORE ROOM.
Dogman
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| Post 8 made on Tuesday May 3, 2005 at 14:56 |
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| Post 9 made on Tuesday May 3, 2005 at 15:04 |
André du Fresne Founding Member |
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1 hour??? Wow! It took me about 90 hours for the contest entry - and this is a small one ;-)
André
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| Post 10 made on Tuesday May 3, 2005 at 19:03 |
Surf Remote Loyal Member |
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I could work on one for 8 hours and not be up to what I've seen from you or Dale, Andre. Looking forward to seeing all the entries though. ;-)
Mike
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| Post 11 made on Tuesday May 3, 2005 at 20:10 |
André du Fresne Founding Member |
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Yes, me too. Can't wait to see them.
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