HouseBot

Although I don't use HouseBot, the HA program I do use shares a common scripting language, namely VBScript . I've written, or collected, many handy functions that may also be useful to HouseBot users. The attached ZIP file contains two VBScript subroutines that permit you to: Control a monitor's pow...

RE: HB V3.00.01

The Housebot application does not render form controls properly when viewed at 120 DPI. Controls (predominately buttons) overlap one another or are cropped by the form's border. See the attached PNG files for examples of the problem.

Thanks Scott! My initial strategy will be based on the following: 1. Read HBdata.mdb for the sole purpose of translating Theme codes (i.e. "P_ID") into Device, Property, Task, etc. 2. Use the External Control Device for all read/write operations. I can hardly wait to see a Theme rendered a...

In lieu of the External Control plugin, would it not be possible to query HBdata.mdb directly? I noticed "P_ID=36" simply refers to record ID=36 in the Properties table ("Name=Power State"). I realize this technique may break if the schema changes in future versions but it's an e...

Is the structure of a theme's XML file documented? If so, where can I find it?

I'd like to try my hand at building a .NET web application to convert a theme into a web page. I'm no expert but it seems there should be a way of creating an appropriate XSLT to convert the theme's XML into XHTML.

Housebot's ability to create native "remote control" applications sets it apart from other home automation solutions. However, "native" implies a Windows-based operating system. There are many low-cost, Internet Appliances with touch-sensitive screens (3Com Audrey, Nokia 770, etc...

Richard: Could you please provide a brief summary of this script's purpose? I'm considering an ELK M1 for my home and I'm curious to see how you've merged the functionality of the M1 with HouseBot. I tried to understand the script's purpose by reading it but it'd be easier if you could explain how y...

Ditto. Lukewarm community involvement was the reason that caused me to look elsewhere. HouseBot is an amazing product but, given the nature of Home Automation, you need an active community contributing not only its expertise but new functionality. I've moved on to MisterHouse because it is free, ope...

Does the VB SDK (V2.00 ) function correctly with HouseBot V2.32? I used it to create the "VB Sample Device" (included with the VB SDK) and, on first glance, it works properly. It is a fairly simple device and perhaps more complex devices will fail in HB V2.32. Or will they? Does anyone hav...

Where to start?!?

Have you tried the Fast Start Examples described in the Help file? They provide a nice introduction to some of HouseBot's features.

Is there something specific you'd like to try in HouseBot?

Your best bet is to download the trial version of HouseBot and have a look around. HouseBot supports several of your requirements including Ocelot, W800, and Leviton X10 devices. HouseBot can be controlled via a web-browser and it includes an example of how to do this (a few ASP pages to add to IIS)...

The iTunes Script Device permits HouseBot to play Tracks and PlayLists managed by Apple's iTunes application. The device works by specifying an Action followed by running the associated VB Script application (i.e. by clicking the State field to change it from Stopped to Running). The following Actio...

Can you provide an example of the string that is calling the application? As for the WinAmp device, IMHO I think it was designed to provide basic functionality when it was created ages ago. Further enhancement was probably suspended when HouseBot was incorporated with Meedio (Media Center software)....

No reply from anyone so I guess I'll write one!

http://www.housebot.com/phpbb2/viewtopic.php?t=855636

I'm interested in seeing how HouseBot has been applied; I certainly won't be critical of aesthetic choices or programming style! Please feel free to share whatever scripts/screens/devices you have to offer. Richard's screenshots have demonstrated an integration between HouseBot and Meedio that I nev...