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PowerScheduler++

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11 December 2010

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07 July 2013

Version

1.4.0.1

Status

Stable

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NOTE: PowerScheduler++ is integrated in MediaPortal 1.5 and higher, so you don't need to install it for current MP versions.

The PowerScheduler++ plugin is a replacement for the PowerScheduler plugin that comes as part of MediaPortal up to version 1.4. Compared to the original PowerScheduler plugin it provides easy configuration and lots of new features:

In Plug&Play Mode all you have to do is to choose one of the four system profiles (HTPC, Desktop, Notebook, Server - the one fitting best is preselected) and set the desired sleep timeout. Everything else - including the Windows power options - is set automatically to some reasonable values by PowerScheduler++.
In Expert Mode all options are available for the experienced user. You can use the Expert Mode to see in detail, what the Plug&Play Mode would configure and change it, if required.
All Windows power settings are made automatically
Client settings are automatically matched to server configuration on single-seat scenarios
Integrated scheduler for system reboot
Away mode is individually configurable for each standby handler (EPG, Network, Process, ...)
Reboot, Network, Processes and Active Shares standby / wakeup settings are available also for standalone clients.
For the users experiencing problems with audio mute after wakeup or return from "Away mode" PowerScheduler++ now unmutes audio automatically if necessary.
External commands can be executed on entering and leaving away mode

Beginning with MediaPortal 1.5 PowerScheduler++ is integrated into MediaPortal. The last PowerScheduler++ versions 1.4.0.x are designed for MediaPortal 1.4.

For even older versions of MP you can download the PowerScheduler++ versions 1.3.0.2 (for MP 1.3) and 1.2.3.7 (for MP 1.2.x) from the Archived files.

For more information see the PowerScheduler++ Wiki Page or visit the PowerScheduler++ Forum Thread.

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Changelog

Version 1.4.0.1 - Stable version for MP 1.4
Bugfixes: Shows incompatibility with MP 1.3 now, minor fix with auto size of power settings form

Version 1.4.0.0
- Compatible with legacy PowerScheduler settings
- Designed for MP 1.4

Version 1.3.0.2
Bugfix: corrected version incompability with MP 1.4 pre-release
Version 1.3.0.1
Features: additional standby mode: shutdown
Bugfix: improved unmuting of master volume for HDMI audio
Version 1.3.0.0
Initial version for MP 1.3

Version 1.2.3.7 - Stable version for MP 1.2.x
Features: added legacy settings, more standby troubleshooting info in config tool and logs
Bugfixes: reboot immediately if there is no standby requested
Version 1.2.3.6
Bugfixes: improved code stability in ActiveSharesStandbyHandler, fixed reboot and EPG grabbing time calculation
Version 1.2.3.5
Change: re-added pre-wakeup time configuration
Bugfixes: fixed bug in EPG and reboot time calculation, reworked master volume code
Version 1.2.3.4
Bugfixes: Fixed master volume bug with MP 1.3, fixed hostname bug on remote clients
Change: Playing media is considered as user activity
Version 1.2.3.3
Bugfix: External command will be saved now (client)
Version 1.2.3.2
Bugfixes: Removed workaround for 1.3 alpha compatibilty, improved exception handling for ActiveNetworkStandbyHandler, fixed RemoteClient standby handler and activity signalling
Feature: awaymode/runmode attributes for external command (client only)
Version 1.2.3.1
Compatible with MP 1.3 alpha
Version 1.2.3.0
New stable version based on the beta version 1.2.6.0
Version 1.2.2.1
Bugfix: Updated file versions, fixed bug in uninstall
Version 1.2.2.0
Bugfix: Fixed version check in MPEI for MP 1.2.2
Version 1.2.1.2
Bugfix: Fixed periodic 100% CPU load on Windows XP
Version 1.2.1.1
Bugfix: Changes to NetworkMonitor minimum transfer rate had no effect
Version 1.2.1.0
Initial version for MP 1.2.1 FINAL

Old versions:
Version 1.1.3.0 - Stable version for MP 1.1.x
Version 1.1.8.0 - Test version for MP 1.2.0 RC

Reviews (7)

by bdg

February 17, 2013

media portal 1.3RC,windows 8 power scheduler++

have PowerScheduler++ 1.2.3.7 integrated with 1.3RC on windows 8
all working well, computer waking up and sleeping as required both with media portal and with a windows scheduled epg loading task

well done

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by findftp

November 12, 2012

This plugin really made me happy

I just managed to let this wonderful plugin turn my TV and AMP on and off only when it should, thus at user interaction.
When the singleseat is started by a remote client no TV or AMP has to turn on.
I managed this by using a batchfile which parses the 'suspend' 'resume' 'awaymode' and 'onrun' arguments.
These will trigger a IRSS macro which blasts IR code.

Soon I will post this solution somewhere one the forum, because I think there are more people using a similair setup.

One important question remains:
Do I have to donate to 'team-mediaportal' or is it possible to donate to the author directly? I really like to give a donation for the fact that this made me happy :-)

Owner's reply

I am happpy that you love the PS++ plugin, but I do not want to get money for it. So I would ask you to give your donation to the MediaPortal team.

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by SurferSan

October 27, 2012

Excellent -- But Wish Pre-Wakeup Time Was Restored

Love Powerscheduler++. It's very, very reliable and stable and has never missed a beat in wake ups for recordings or EPG grabbings. But, as eduard94 reports below, the latest version no longer allows a customized pre-wakeup time. Unfortunately, it takes my cable STB more than 60 seconds to initalize, so I had to revert back to 1.2.2.1 to provide the longer pre-wakeup time. Sure wish michael_t would consider restoring this adjustment in updates as it is very useful in situations requiring additional pre-wakeup time.

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by eduard94

June 7, 2012

2 of 2 people found this review helpful

Very good plugin

Very good plugin, but in new version I can't find pre-wake up. It very useful function.

Owner's reply

The function is still there, but no longer configurable - the prewakeup time is fixed to 60 seconds.

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by umlaut

November 9, 2011

Great plugin, excellent support

A must have plugin for all concerned by powerconsumption.
With this plugin my HTPC wakes up and hibernates like clockwork and even stays on during downloads and then hibernates when done.
The first version I tested did not work well, the 100% CPU problem but a day later a new version was out.

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by JDWestoby

August 5, 2011

Reduced my power requirements

I have MP on a dedicated PC, before this I had to leave it on 24/7, very expensive as the PC was quite high spec to cope with HD.

Now when it is not being used it hibernates - so even the background hum of the disks has gone - so quieter too!

I turn it on and it works, leave it on the home screen and ignore it - it will hibernate and wake up for recordings as necessary.

This MAKES MP a much more power and noise friendly piece of living room furniture.

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by data45000

June 29, 2011

1 of 2 people found this review helpful

Abstürze und DB Schaden

Dieses Plugin hat mich viele Nerven gekostet. Zwei HTPCs hatten dies installiert und beide hatten aller zwei Wochen DB Schäden nachdem sie aus dem Standby kamen - das MP hängt sich permanent auf.

Ich habe jetzt beide HTPCs mit der integrierten Lösung laufen - geht besser als vorher. Irgendwie sind beide Lösungen nicht ganz gut.

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