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[originally posted on xbmc forums]

i'm making new distribution of ubuntu (along scripts install application on other distributions) of integrate xbmc, mythtv , ubuntu desktop (xfce) in 1 package - onebox far dubbed.

aim of system provide hdtv, videos, music, internet tv, dvd , blu ray media single, quick , lightweight, set-top htpc box. far, going well. (see rest of specification here)

biggest hurdle getting integral. if take peek @ boxee, renowned internet tv box derived xbmc, looks , feels 'all together', , won't confuse users these different applications.
i've pretty got desktop system cracked. pc-mode of system allow every day tasks browse web, check email, , administrate files ease.

there media-mode, allow select tv , blu ray stuff , whatnot on main menu.
getting tv work xbmc pretty simple, using mythbox - possibly best solution - means launching 'scripts' menu. erm... users find complex experience. system needs compete set-top boxes too! means, scripts working on main menu, theming needs done (which next port of call)
you've got fact mythbox uses project mayhem iii theme. that's great , all, think confluence way forward (especially on newest unstable release of xbmc!) needs themed, , i'm not sure start on that.




leaves following issues:
  • finding compatible cards work dvb-s2 or dvb-t2
  • adapting o/s able boot in 15 seconds , pretty ready tv or pc mode - depending on user's option configuration
  • allowing scheduled recordings boot system
  • making sure displays work on cases such antec fusion black
  • displaying information , operation interfaces in friendly, neat , integral way
  • (for me) buying components i'm looking test on real deployment
  • making feel real set top box, more pc orientated approach
this list isn't exhaustive, @ moment, i'm trying find people interested in helping project! i'm going away week starting today, if you're interested in helping make open source media comprehensive, post below or email me directly.

p.s. yes, know similar mythbuntu - tried make use of until realised how more comprehensive xbmc @ centre point.



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