Dpad issues with SmartRemote @davep

Well, I've been going down the path that you are sending in commands via the AndroidTV driver and I've been trying to reproduce an ADB runaway scenario. Only to find today after reading your post more slowly that you are using IR via a GC to the shield. A whole different path to follow. I might know what is going on but I'm going to test before I put my foot in my mouth.
 

The problem with IR on the Shield is that the Shield doesn't have an IR receiver built-in.  Even before I started using the Smart Remote, I tried using a FLIRC, in combination with a URC remote.  I had too many problems with either commands being ignored, or being executed multiple times.  My search for a remote that could control the Shield via IP is what led me to the Smart Remote.

It seems like the only reliable way to control the Shield is with the Bluetooth remote that comes with it.

Now that I have a dedicated box to run Kodi, the Shield is just for streaming only. 

It would be nice if Allonis could improve/rewrite the Shield driver, But rather than purchasing an irUSB, I'd rather put the money towards an Apple TV.

CurlyOscar wrote:

Sorry to hear you’re going. You’re somebody who has helped me and I have learnt a lot from you. The system you had was stunning and you should be very proud of that. Hope you find what you’re looking for
 

Thanks that's very kind! I do really like these remotes a lot, and I enjoy showing them off when we entertain lol

David Li wrote:

We are looking at the Shield to see if a workaround for how ADB works can be implemented. Hold tight! We don't want you to go away!!! you have been very helpful to all.

Not to mention, you won't find a better system
 

No problem I can hold off a bit while you investigate.

I've investigated LOTS of systems. My experience is that it's less about what you need and more about what you can live without. I know there's nothing more capable out there.

davep wrote:

Well, I've been going down the path that you are sending in commands via the AndroidTV driver and I've been trying to reproduce an ADB runaway scenario. Only to find today after reading your post more slowly that you are using IR via a GC to the shield. A whole different path to follow. I might know what is going on but I'm going to test before I put my foot in my mouth.

 

I GREATLY appreciate that! Even if no solution is possible THANK YOU for taking the time to put eyes on this.

Well for what it is worth I was able to replicate the runaway IR condition with the GenericIR driver. The version of the driver I released this afternoon resolves the issue It will now stop sending IR as soon as the button is released.

As for a longer term solution for all android tv devices I'd love to write an apk that would run in the background and listen for commands on some port. Totally bypassing ADB altogether. If it was easy someone probably would have done it already. If anyone out there has apk experience and thinks this can be done email me.

We also have a Generic Bluetooth driver that might be made to impersonate a shield remote. Just not enough hours in a day to do all this experimenting....