[Q] DHD connection to PS3 via DLNA - Desire HD Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting

Hi
I realise there are a few posts regarding this allready, but I can't find any answering my specific questions, so I'm hoping you can help me.
1st up - how do I connect my DHD to the PS3 through DLNA?
2nd - will the PS3 play videoes and pictures from my device?
3rd - Do i need extra applications installed on my PS3, and which?
I tried connecting to the PS3, the same way as I tried streaming from my DHD to windows mediaplayer. I can't seem to find any settings on the PS3 enabling me to activate this function, so I can control the PS3 from my phone.
Can I control the media on my DHD from my PS3 otherwise?
All help is appreciated, would really like to get to know this DLNA-function.
thanks in advance
/Lars

larsn84 said:
1st up - how do I connect my DHD to the PS3 through DLNA?
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Install "Twonky Mobile" from the MarketPlace
larsn84 said:
2nd - will the PS3 play videoes and pictures from my device?
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Yes
larsn84 said:
3rd - Do i need extra applications installed on my PS3, and which?
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No

thanks a lot
will try Twonky
Is there any difference between "twonky mobile - free" and "twonky mobileserver"?
How come You can't use the standard app on DHD?

is working thanks alot

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Server wifi Nvidia Shield for fpse multiplayer LAN?

Hi all, I would like to ask if you can create a wifi Nvidia Shield server can connect to other devices, in order to use FPSE multiplayer lan and also play with 2 players.
Thank you.
erikop said:
Hi all, I would like to ask if you can create a wifi Nvidia Shield server can connect to other devices, in order to use FPSE multiplayer lan and also play with 2 players.
Thank you.
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I already found the solution just need to sync devices with android wifi direct option. In wifi settings. Thank you.
erikop said:
I already found the solution just need to sync devices with android wifi direct option. In wifi settings. Thank you.
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Care to tell of your experience?
What games did you play? What version of FPSE? What kind of router did you have? Was your partner using another Shield?
SirRudolph said:
Care to tell of your experience?
What games did you play? What version of FPSE? What kind of router did you have? Was your partner using another Shield?
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- Needless router, because the connectivity is done directly by wifi (like bluetooth), I tried it with a tablet and it worked very well.
- The version of FPSE is the last
- I tried to Crash Team Racing
Sorry for the delay in answering, for any further questions I will answer you without problems.
Thank you.

[Q] Possible to stream from PC?

Hey guys,
I feel like there is an answer to this question, but, I promise I did search (followed the cardinal rule for forum posting)! Is it possible to hack/mod the amazon fire tv to stream content from your desktop to your TV over the network? This is the only feature I feel is missing and would be awesome if this little beat could do so.
Thanks for any help guys.
event67 said:
Hey guys,
I feel like there is an answer to this question, but, I promise I did search (followed the cardinal rule for forum posting)! Is ti possible to hack/mod the amazon fire tv to stream content from your desktop to your TV over the network? This is the only feature I feel is missing and would be awesome if this little beat could do so.
Thanks for any help guys.
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I'm not sure but there probably is a casting apk that will work somewhere. Check AllShare, AllCast, etc. for a casting app/receiver that includes desktop capability. You will have to install it with ADB on the Fire TV.
Why would you want to do this? IMO, there are plenty of easier ways to do this. for personal videos, upload to youtube, just set your channel as private. For website based streaming, you could load Firefox browser apk. For movies and TV shows, use xbmc.
Maybe with a little more info on what you want to stream, will help find an answer.
byrdcfmma said:
I'm not sure but there probably is a casting apk that will work somewhere. Check AllShare, AllCast, etc. for a casting app/receiver that includes desktop capability. You will have to install it with ADB on the Fire TV.
Why would you want to do this? IMO, there are plenty of easier ways to do this. for personal videos, upload to youtube, just set your channel as private. For website based streaming, you could load Firefox browser apk. For movies and TV shows, use xbmc.
Maybe with a little more info on what you want to stream, will help find an answer.
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I mainly want to stream VLC files (downloaded TV episodes and movies) from my desktop pc to my TV in my room. I just want an easy way to do this and if you could point me towards a guide that will allow me to do this.
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JJ-KwiK said:
Use plex man.
Go to plex.tv on your PC. Download the plex media server for your PC. On your firetv, download the plex apk. It can also be sideloaded if you already purchased it somewhere else. That's all you need.
I use plex to stream pictures and home videos without a problem.
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Okay sweet ill have to try that when I get home. I don't need to mod the device then, I can just download it in the app store?
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JJ-KwiK said:
Yisir...
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Worked perfectly! Thanks man! I do have one more question for you though as you seem pretty active on these forums. What would be the point to mod your fire TV? As in what do people gain from doing so, free games?
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JJ-KwiK said:
You can already sideload any apk without the need to root the device. Although, this isn't the site to talk about that. Root also isn't available as of yet for this device.
I'm looking forward to root for a few reasons.
- Ability to use apps that require root. Ex. an app that can power off your device, so it's not always in standby.
- Ability to change the launcher without the need for Llama.
- Ability to install apps that are currently confirmed as not incompatible.
- Overclock it, to make it run faster.
- Remove Preinstalled Crapware, that can't be uninstalled otherwise.
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Thanks for everything JJ, truly appreciate it.
JJ-KwiK said:
Use plex man.
Go to plex.tv on your PC. Download the plex media server for your PC. On your firetv, download the plex apk. It can also be sideloaded if you already purchased it somewhere else. That's all you need.
I use plex to stream pictures and home videos without a problem.
Sent from my SGH-I337M using XDA Premium HD app
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I just got my AFT yesterday, I have PlexPass, please explain to this newbie how to add it, please and thank you.
sondray
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I don't think that was the right answer
Why do u need some unknown third party software to just play videos from PC?
Plex?
What da?
Turn on Windowx file sharing on PC.
Connect from any Android using Dice Player or File Manager HD+MX Player.
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bravomail said:
Why do u need some unknown third party software to just play videos from PC?
Plex?
What da?
Turn on Windowx file sharing on PC.
Connect from any Android using Dice Player or File Manager HD+MX Player.
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Plex is far from unknown, and makes playing videos, movies, music, and photos from your PC stupid easy. That's why.

Best controller for emulators AND android games?

Can someone recommend me a controller that has good compatibility for both emulators and android games themselves? I'd like something that easily works. I'm noticing some posts around the internet where people aren't having issues with emulators, but are having issues with android games, or the exact opposite. I have a rooted fire tv in case that is needed for some controller compatibility apk.
lolwatpear said:
Can someone recommend me a controller that has good compatibility for both emulators and android games themselves? I'd like something that easily works. I'm noticing some posts around the internet where people aren't having issues with emulators, but are having issues with android games, or the exact opposite. I have a rooted fire tv in case that is needed for some controller compatibility apk.
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I bought the Amazon Fire TV Game Controller, works with anything that supports gamepads. I have a PS3 & Xbox 360 controllers that worked good on somethings and sucked on others. So i've been really happy with the Amazon Game Controller.
I got the Ouya controller. It works well and functions as a mouse as well.
The Amazon controller has worked for me with:
NES
Genesis
SNES
DC
PS 1
I can not get it to figure out N64 commands, and this is an emulator problem. I may have to connect a mouse to map to the controller. If anyone has figured out N64 on Fire TV, please post
Anyone tried the Wiimote?
xm41907 said:
I got the Ouya controller. It works well and functions as a mouse as well.
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Doesn't work with Minecraft Pocket Edition. Or did you get it to work ?
WPeterW said:
Doesn't work with Minecraft Pocket Edition. Or did you get it to work ?
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Which version are you using? I have the Google Play version sideloaded. I would like to get the Fire TV version as it works with the remote, but since I only have the stick, I can't purchase and download it.
Neo3D said:
Anyone tried the Wiimote?
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I'm curious also if anyone uses a wiimote for any emulators/amazon games. Does the classic controller extension work with it? Does it even work in the emulators at all?
I want to get a controller for my FTV but I have so many around my house I don't want another one, so if I can find one that works with what I want to do I'd rather just use it
Also anyone tried using PS3 controller, does it even work?
I've heard it mentioned that it was possible but no instructions- does anyone know if a wireless Xbox 360 can be paired to the FIre TV, and if so, how? Note- I'm asking about the wireless being paired directly via bluetooth- NOT using a USB dongle or adapter.
BirdOPrey5 said:
I've heard it mentioned that it was possible but no instructions- does anyone know if a wireless Xbox 360 can be paired to the FIre TV, and if so, how? Note- I'm asking about the wireless being paired directly via bluetooth- NOT using a USB dongle or adapter.
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Unless there has been some recent development on that, its not possible without the dongle sorry
BirdOPrey5 said:
I've heard it mentioned that it was possible but no instructions- does anyone know if a wireless Xbox 360 can be paired to the FIre TV, and if so, how? Note- I'm asking about the wireless being paired directly via bluetooth- NOT using a USB dongle or adapter.
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No. Xbox controllers use a proprietary wireless standard, not straight Bluetooth. It can only be paired with the adapter.
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Doesn't work with Minecraft Pocket Edition. Or did you get it to work ?
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I updated my Minecraft version and the Ouya controller works well with it.
xm41907 said:
I updated my Minecraft version and the Ouya controller works well with it.
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Nice ! What version are you using ? ps: the touchpad works but I can't use the buttons/stick.
Skater4599 said:
I'm curious also if anyone uses a wiimote for any emulators/amazon games. Does the classic controller extension work with it? Does it even work in the emulators at all?
I want to get a controller for my FTV but I have so many around my house I don't want another one, so if I can find one that works with what I want to do I'd rather just use it
Also anyone tried using PS3 controller, does it even work?
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http://forum.xda-developers.com/fire-tv/general/n64-games-wiimote-root-t3006978
WPeterW said:
Nice ! What version are you using ? ps: the touchpad works but I can't use the buttons/stick.
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Here is the version/filename. com.mojang.minecraftpe_0.9.5_600905000

[Q] games controllers for unrooted

What are the best game controller to work with an un-rooted AFTV?
With the new update I'm using my wired Xbox 360 controller plugged into a hub. It works great with KOTOR and Tales from the Borderlands.
Red samurai from GameStop
The official fire tv controller is actually pretty good. Dualshock 4 is great, but the battery only lasts a few hours.
Jsuh0 said:
Red samurai from GameStop
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Thanks everyone. Jsuh0 - just to confirm - does the Red Samurai work without root with the standard keymap?
Has anyone managed to bluetooth pair a DS4?
garethkelly said:
Has anyone managed to bluetooth pair a DS4?
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I read over on http://www.aftvnews.com/alternate-game-controllers-compatible-with-the-fire-tv/ (fifth of sixth comment down) that you need root to edit the keymap for it to work properly.
+1 red samurai works great. And is cheap like $7
digery said:
What are the best game controller to work with an un-rooted AFTV?
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This one works great for me.
http://www.amazon.com/PlayPad-Pro-Amazon-Fire-TV/dp/B00J9P3KBS/ref=dp_ob_title_vg
you can also use your xbox 360 wireless controller with the official wireless controller receiver.
worked on my AFT out of the box. just plug in the receiver and it works.
digery said:
I read over on http://www.aftvnews.com/alternate-game-controllers-compatible-with-the-fire-tv/ (fifth of sixth comment down) that you need root to edit the keymap for it to work properly.
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Amazon fixed the keymap with lastest fire tv update. So it doesnt need to be edited.
Aobeta said:
Amazon fixed the keymap with lastest fire tv update. So it doesnt need to be edited.
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So there are no other issues with using the DS4 on the Fire TV now?
tech3475 said:
So there are no other issues with using the DS4 on the Fire TV now?
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I don't think so. The only thing that sucks is the battery life is so bad, and there is no indicator if it is running low, so it could just die on you in the middle of a game. Besides that, it's the best possible controller you can use in my opinion. I have not used it on an unrooted ftv though, but it shouldn't make any difference.
Aobeta said:
I don't think so. The only thing that sucks is the battery life is so bad, and there is no indicator if it is running low, so it could just die on you in the middle of a game. Besides that, it's the best possible controller you can use in my opinion. I have not used it on an unrooted ftv though, but it shouldn't make any difference.
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Does this also go for the PS3 DS3 controller?
@octra,
Damn that is awesome news! What would be the button layout when using a 360 controller on an AFTV? Does the X button act as the Home button?
digery said:
Does this also go for the PS3 DS3 controller?
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No, DS3 doesn't work without root. You need an app called "sixaxis controller" to use it.
is there something that can be used as an all-in-one device..gamepad, mouse,& keyboared. dont want to have to buy several pieces of hardware to use with this fire tv stick. something like the sony google tv remote . I have one of those but the stick wont recognize it , even with settings.apk
Thanks for the info. I take it sisaxis is a root only app?
gvc803 said:
is there something that can be used as an all-in-one device..gamepad, mouse,& keyboared. dont want to have to buy several pieces of hardware to use with this fire tv stick. something like the sony google tv remote . I have one of those but the stick wont recognize it , even with settings.apk
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I was thinking about the rii i28 game pad/air mouse/keyboard (it is backlit!) with mic:
http://www.amazon.com/Rii-Wireless-Mouse-Keyboard-Laptop/dp/B00FJ09I5O
eastbayarb said:
I was thinking about the rii i28 game pad/air mouse/keyboard (it is backlit!) with mic:
http://www.amazon.com/Rii-Wireless-Mouse-Keyboard-Laptop/dp/B00FJ09I5O
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dont think that is bluetooth. might have a usb dongle to be able to use which makes it impossible to use with the fire stick

Plex help for playlists and video play back

Hey guys. On my Plex for mobile and my PC can create and view playlists. On the fire tv version, I don't see any playlists. Anyway to get them? Also I am not able to play videos. I keep getting "can't play videos". They work on my PC and mobile but not fire tv. Any advice?
thegameksk said:
Hey guys. On my Plex for mobile and my PC can create and view playlists. On the fire tv version, I don't see any playlists. Anyway to get them? Also I am not able to play videos. I keep getting "can't play videos". They work on my PC and mobile but not fire tv. Any advice?
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did you open all the necessary ports on your server? I don't know which ones offhand, but it should be in the installation guide
ldeveraux said:
did you open all the necessary ports on your server? I don't know which ones offhand, but it should be in the installation guide
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Yes. When I run it I have to use kodi to open it. I have no idea why I get no playlists.
Anyone know whats a good external player I can use?
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Yes. When I run it I have to use kodi to open it. I have no idea why I get no playlists.
Anyone know whats a good external player I can use?
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I dont think playlists are supported yet. I think only the roku and generic android app supports lists. An on the generic android app , you have to use mobile view as opposed to tv view. I am not sure why it is taking so long to get list support across the board.

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