[addon] BTV Podcatcher

[mpp_mpp]

Originally Posted by mpp_mpp

I see the error and I will instigate it and find a fix. I am not sure it is the ' because I have a took care of a issue with that in the last release.
I can say that the error is cause by some character that BTV does not like. I probably will not get to looking into this weekend so if you can wait a couple days before I can get a fix out for this.

Ok found the fix but do to the time tonight i will not publish the next version till this weekend.

it did have to deal with the ' I only took care of the change around in the episode description and not the feed title or the feed description or display title

[seeker_ktf]

I have a request for a new feature in BTV Podcatcher. I would like to be able to run processing on a downloaded file, and have the new processed file replace the original so that all the "show info" stuff is still correct but I have the file I want.

My wife has a couple of good podcasts that she subscribes to that are only available in .mov format. To watch them in BTV, I have run format converter manually. That's not horrible, but then I also have to recreate all of the show info stuff through the admin tool. It's really a lot easier to fire up the quicktime player and view it that way, but it's annoying because we'd both just rather use BTV.

Plus, she's really jealous that shows like Cranky Geeks (my shows) show up as a new show in BTV but all of her stuff has to be viewed <ahem> manually.

I gotta admit, the integration of all the show info is a great feature of the Podcatcher. So... if there was a simple way to fire off a command to a converter it would be a giant step forward.

[mpp_mpp]

Originally Posted by seeker_ktf

I have a request for a new feature in BTV Podcatcher. I would like to be able to run processing on a downloaded file, and have the new processed file replace the original so that all the "show info" stuff is still correct but I have the file I want.

My wife has a couple of good podcasts that she subscribes to that are only available in .mov format. To watch them in BTV, I have run format converter manually. That's not horrible, but then I also have to recreate all of the show info stuff through the admin tool. It's really a lot easier to fire up the quicktime player and view it that way, but it's annoying because we'd both just rather use BTV.

Plus, she's really jealous that shows like Cranky Geeks (my shows) show up as a new show in BTV but all of her stuff has to be viewed <ahem> manually.

I gotta admit, the integration of all the show info is a great feature of the Podcatcher. So... if there was a simple way to fire off a command to a converter it would be a giant step forward.

I will look in to doing something like that but I probably will not get around to doing for some time.

First off what tool are you using to convert the podcast file (this will help me in making sure it works from BTV Podcatcher)

I do have one question that you might be able to help with how will my program know the new converted file name and extension to write the properties. I might have to have this a part of the setup of the the command in BTV Podcatcher but there would be some liminitation mainly if the file that the external tool was converting to already exists before the tool was run (example file a.m4v exist and btv downloads a.mov [that file name does note exists when we started] then the tool runs and tries to convert to a.m4v but since this file exists it goes to a_1.m4v)

Can you post a link to one of her show that way I test it out with a show that it will be used on.

Again do not look for this addition any time soon as it might take a while to develop and implent.




On a side note I posted that I would probably make a release this weekend well do to the holiday there has not been enough new Podcast release for a though testings of the changes to the write BTV Properties so I may wait till middle of this week before I make the release public just want to make sure the changes did not break anything.

[seeker_ktf]

After I read your reply I suddenly realized that I asked for something that I can't use. In fact, the video converter I use doesn't even have a line command mode so the request in a bit bogus. Having said that I'm going to look into finding a converter that has one and after I test it out, I'll definitely respond. Sorry for jumping the gun here. All of my holiday "food" is obviously affecting my brain.

[mpp_mpp]

Attached is the updated version that fixes an issues if ' is in the title of a feed episode

[dgonyier]

All X-play feeds are behaving with the update.. No more strange characters in place of '

Thanks for posting an update to fix this problem. Podcatcher continues to be a very helpful tool to get more cool video content into BeyondTV

[Xiadix]

I use the windows of mplayer and it converts formats for me when I want it to. You could just run a batch file at a set time to convert all the .mov files for that day.

KevG

[BigBill]

Just wanted to say that BTV Podcaster Rocks. It just keeps working! I really love watching Digg Reel on the TV every week! Too Cool!

[tmar89]

Originally Posted by BigBill

Just wanted to say that BTV Podcaster Rocks. It just keeps working! I really love watching Digg Reel on the TV every week! Too Cool!

Not to hijack, but the Digg Reel is really good! Love the weekly roundups

[noodleNT]

Same here. Just wish there was a page on the Web Admin to manage my feeds while on the road.

[mpp_mpp]

Originally Posted by noodleNT

Same here. Just wish there was a page on the Web Admin to manage my feeds while on the road.

I am not plan on adding any web administration to BTV Podcatacher right now.

But you might want to look at installing VNC to be able to remote control your PC while on the road this way you can make any changes to your feeds while you are away. (I use RealVNC Professional which does cost some $$ but does have encrpted connections but you might be able to use TightVNC or UltraVNC which is free if you do not want to pay)

Then if you are on road you can use the viewer to to access you computer RealVNC has a exe file that you can run that does not require insatlling also RealVNC has a java web application if you can not run the EXE. If you are really in a bind and you are using IE then you can use WebVNC which uses activeX to access the server.

Also you can look for vnc viewers for most operating systems, they even have one for the jailbroken IPhones.

[cmcquistion]

I too use RealVNC (the free version) quite a lot, along with Hamachi (the basic, free version) to create the VPN connection. With this setup, all of my VNC (or Remote Desktop) traffic goes over the encrypted VPN connection. The performance is surpisingly good.

[BigBill]

When I've tried to run VNC on my BTV machine I had some odd issues with playback, I had to uninstall it to make them go away. So I stick with the built in RDP, it just seems to work, the only issue is you have to logon again when playing on the TV again. RDP seems to require a password when logging on. I have also tried the free version of Logmein.com's remote control, it works but is a little slow but does away with the VPN requirement.

[eMpTy3000]

Originally Posted by tmar89

Not to hijack, but the Digg Reel is really good! Love the weekly roundups

Completely agree! Here is my thread hijack:

Anybody have any other awesome video podcasts for me to look at? Are there anymore sites like Revision3? I've been searching some, but I haven't found any other Revision3 like sites.

Thanks!

[bubblehead]

Here a list of RSS I subscribe to using Podcatcher, one the greatest addon for BTV. I would recommend you can stay away from wmv format, this format gave me problems in the past so I switch to PSP or mpeg4 format, Xvid is a great format and Geek Brief is in HD.
I been download RSS for a while but It became much easier when this addon was written.

dl.tv DivX video
http://feeds.ziffdavis.com/ziffdavis...deo?format=xml
Irreverent Dorks. With answers. The DL.TV crew blends your tech questions with product reviews and hands on help that tames technology. Thursdays with Robert Heron, the DL.TV crew and the analysts from the PCMag.com Network.

WebbAlert
http://feeds.feedburner.com/webbalert


GeekBrief.TV
http://www.podshow.com/feeds/gbtv.xml Extra Large Format
Video Podcast with news about tech tools and toys featuring Cali Lewis. The format is fast, fun, fresh and flirty. Most Briefs are fewer than four minutes.

Top 5 from CNET TV
http://topfivepodcast.cnettv.com/
The best and worst of technology counted down by CNET TV's Tom Merritt. From the hottest gadgets, to the worst downloads and more. Find out what's number one.


commandN
http://feeds.feedburner.com/commandN_pod (iPod format)
commandN is a weekly online TV show covering tech news, reviews, and how-to's. commandN is hosted and produced by Amber Mac, Mike Lazazzera, and Jeff MacArthur, with video production by Brian McKechnie.


PixelPerfect
http://revision3.com/pixelperfect/feed/wmv-large/ (Large WMV)
Be amazed and learn as master digital artist Bert Monroy takes a stylus and a digital pad and treats it as Monet and Picasso do with oil and canvas. Learn the tips and tricks you need to whip those digital pictures into shape with Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator


The Digg Reel
http://revision3.com/diggreel/feed/xvid-large/ (Large Xvid)
Every Wednesday the Digg Reel covers the top rated videos from Digg.com, the most popular social news site on the web. That means you've got thousands of Digg contributors scouring the web for you. Then join host Andrew Bancroft as he adds the stories and people behind the videos you can't stop watching.

Systm
http://revision3.com/systm/feed/xvid-large/ (Large Xvid)
Systm is the Do It Yourself show designed for the common geek who wants to quickly and easily learn how to dive into the latest and hottest tech projects. We will help you avoid pitfalls and get your project up and running fast.

http://revision3.com/tekzilla/feed/xvid-large/ Tekzilla (Large Xvid) Embrace digital technology. Join the Tekzilla crew and make your tech work better for you. Or you can go live in the woods with an axe. Every Saturday, Patrick Norton and Veronica Belmont deliver product reviews, computer help, tech tips on everything from iPods to camcorders, HD to the Internet, plus do it yourself projects. GUID

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Insider Secrets
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Loaded
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Tales of Silicon Valley
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Spotlight
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Software
http://www.cnettv.com/9706-1_53-0.xm...title=Software

Today in Tech History http://www.cnettv.com/9706-1_53-0.xm...Tech%20History

Crave
http://cravepodcast.cnettv.com/
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News Videos
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Neo-Fight.tv
http://feeds.feedburner.com/Neo-fight
The Show for the 'Not-So-Geeky' Neo-Fight.tv is the weekly technology show for the 'Not-So-Geeky'. Hosts Ben Freedman and Tiffany Young rarely agree on whether a new gadget is worth the money, or is just so much 'geek-fodder'. Download the video podcast today.

Cranky Geeks
http://feeds.ziffdavis.com/ziffdavis/cgmpeg4video
Cranky Geeks MPEG4 Video
CrankyGeeks, hosted by PC Magazine contributing editor John C. Dvorak. Each week a group of expert panelists discuss the most controversial topics in tech. CrankyGeeks airs on Wednesdays at 3:30pm eastern, and can be downloaded at www.CrankyGeeks.com

Mobuzz TV
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Daily Buzz - PSP