Rudeo MCE Control (for XP Media Center) is a wireless (Wi-Fi or Bluetooth) networking software that allows to use a wireless PocketPC to remotely control your XP Media Center PC. Rudeo MCE Control features:
Browse the complete media library from Pocket PC.
Cue up songs ahead of time and change music at any moment.
Also play Videos or Recorded TV - New in Version 1.7 !!
Save your selections as Playlists
Manage existing Playlists
Play controls: Stop,Play,Pause,Next,Previous
Volume Control
Shuffle mode on/off
Progress Bar with real-time update back to Pocket PC
Seek to any spot on the song or video by dragging progress trackbar.
Stores Media Library locally on Pocket PC for quick start operation
Update Media Library wirelessly.
Will work with multiple Pocket PCs connected to the same computer.
Reliable operation: Music doesn''t stop if Pocket PC turns off or disconnects from computer.
Wakes up MCE if it's in standby or turned off (wake on lan).
Rudeo MCE Control is a finalist of Microsoft's Mobile2Market Contest 2004
Control Media Center PC with standard IR-like panel
Control Media Center just like from IR remote (now you only need a PocketPC with Rudeo MCE Control).
Switch TV channels and access programs Guide
View Pictures (control music from Rudeo while browsing photos)
Watch Videos
Rudeo MCE Control is an XP Media Center version of the Award-winning Rudeo Control for WMP (Handango''s People''s Choice award for Best Use of Wireless on Pocket PC).
Rudeo Control is a must-have in following situations
Situation #1
You have a party, no DJ, but need to multi-task by being a good host, mix drinks, entertain guests. - No Problem. Rudeo Control is just for you: Do whatever you need, be anywhere you want, but take Rudeo Control on Pocket PC with you, and amaze your guests!
Situation #2
Some of your guests would like to request their favorite music, but they don''t know if you have it. Easy solution: hand the Rudeo Control to them and be free to do other things and socialize. The best part is: they don''t have to sit in front of the computer to change music.
Situation #3
You''re at your pad after a long day and would like to relax and enjoy some tunes. Turn on your Pocket PC and select music from any relaxing location at home. (just don''t drop your Pocket PC in the tub).
An example of home network configuration is shown below
Requirements
Pocket PC 2002 or later with Wireless Connectivity (Bluetooth or Wi-Fi 802.11a/b/g)
Pocket PC may require download of .NET Compact Framework (see more info on http://www.rudeo.com)
Rudeo Control is available for a Free Trial or to buy for ONLY $29.95. Registered users receive FREE Upgrades
Version 1.7 Updates
Control playback of Videos and Recorded TV
Control of main MCE Volume
Quick connect, reconnect on power off/on or network status change.
Version 1.6 Updates
Support for MCE2005 and multiple servers
Connecting wont interrupt MCE activity
Fixed compatibility with WMP10
Resolved memory issues that occured on some machines.
Will wake up MCE server if it's turned off
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Supported operating systems:
Pocket PC 2002, Windows Mobile 2003, Windows Mobile 5.0
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