|
|
| (42 intermediate revisions by 6 users not shown) |
| Line 1: |
Line 1: |
| | [[Category: Documentation]] |
| {| align="right" | | {| align="right" |
| | __TOC__ | | | __TOC__ |
| |} | | |} |
| ==Core==
| |
|
| |
|
| The '''Core''' is the heart and brain of the '''LinuxMCE''' system. The [[Core]] is a single PC acting as a dedicated server and interface for all the sub-components. The Core includes a plug-and-play back-end, so it listens for and auto configures all sorts of devices, like network audio players (e.g. Squeeze Box), IP phones and cameras. The Core automatically provides a network boot for thin-client PC's which can then be used as [[Media Directors]]. Media Directors are hooked up to your TV or stereo and becomes an integrated media player, PVR, video conferencing, intercom, and portal to monitor and control everything in the home. All Media Directors work together seamlessly as a whole-house solution.
| |
|
| |
|
| [[Core|More about the Core.]]
| | This page introduces you to the different components of a LinuxMCE system and what you can do with them. |
| | {{p}} |
|
| |
|
| ==Orbiters== | | == The LinuxMCE system == |
| | See [[User Manual#The LinuxMCE system]] section: {{#lsth:User Manual|The LinuxMCE system}} |
|
| |
|
| '''Orbiters''' are high-tech remote controls. LinuxMCE allows a wide variety of devices to function as Orbiters. Ordinary laptops, wireless tablet PCs, PDAs, mobile phones running Symbian or Microsoft Mobile, or any PC with a web interface that is able to connect to your LinuxMCE LAN can be used as an Orbiter.
| | == [[What_can_I_do_with_LinuxMCE%3F|What can I do with LinuxMCE?]] == |
|
| |
|
| [[Orbiters|More about orbiters.]]
| | {{#lsth:What can I do with LinuxMCE?}} |
|
| |
|
| ==Media Directors==
| | See [[:Category:Tutorials|Tutorials Category]] for more. |
|
| |
|
| A '''Media Director''' is a dedicated PC that streams music and video from the Core to your TV and speakers for an awesome multimedia experience. You can even use it as a Kubuntu PC, right on your TV!
| | {{p}} |
|
| |
|
| [[Media Directors|More about Media Directors]]
| | ==Building a new Home around LinuxMCE== |
| | Linux MCE is the ultimate '''smart home'''. With proper planning, a new construction home can integrate LinuxMCE as the brains of the house. |
|
| |
|
| ==Network Attached Storage==
| | In the past, a Home Entertainment Center would house a Home Theater PC. With LinuxMCE, the Core server and all communications hubs can be kept in a separate area. This makes home construction easier, allows centralization of data services, and allows for updating the home automation and multimedia system without altering the Home Entertainment Center in your living room. |
|
| |
|
| You can extend your Core's storage with a NAS-device. LinuxMCE can recognize it and automatically integrate it into the system. Use the NAS for file storage, including your music and video collection, or for PVR functions.
| | [[Building_a_new_Home_around_LinuxMCE|More about Home Construction using LinuxMCE]] |
|
| |
|
| [[Network Attached Storage|More about NAS]]
| | {{p}} |
| | |
| ==Security==
| |
| | |
| '''Security''' is a big part of '''LinuxMCE'''. Functions include light control, surveillance camera monitoring, and motion detection. Events can be triggered based on detected motion. It can send alerts to your mobile phone. It can set your alarm based on different schedules and scenarios. It can even lock the door when you leave your home.
| |
| | |
| [[Security|More about Security]]
| |
| | |
| ==Telecom==
| |
| | |
| '''Telecom''' brings your family and friends closer. With '''LinuxMCE''' it's just gets better. LinuxMCE offers videocalls and videoconferencing, and personal voicemailboxes for each member of your family. The system can keep track of where you are in your home and route incoming calls to the nearest phone (or to your mobile phone if you're not at home).
| |
| | |
| [[Telecom|More about Telecom]]
| |
| | |
| ==Home Automation==
| |
| | |
| The '''Home Automation''' features of '''LinuxMCE''' are convenient and energy-efficient. With Home Automation you can control lights, climate, and even where music or video is played in your house. Mobile phones can be turned into remote controls that can also control your entire house.
| |
| | |
| [[Home Automation|More about Home Automation]]
| |
| | |
| ==Multimedia==
| |
| '''Multimedia''' in '''LinuxMCE''' is always available to you throughout your house. If you have more than one home, you can even join the homes together into a single multimedia/home automation system. Your media will follow you everywhere you go. It will even show your video files on the device closest to you, even if you walk to another room or home!
| |
| | |
| [[Multimedia|More about Multimedia]]
| |
| | |
| ==Personal Computing==
| |
| '''Personal Computing''' can often also be done in '''LinuxMCE'''. After all, there's an ordinary PC with Kubuntu Linux running in the background, complete with Office-suites and all the programs you need for everyday use.
| |
| | |
| [[Personal Computing|More about Personal Computing]]
| |
This page introduces you to the different components of a LinuxMCE system and what you can do with them.
The LinuxMCE system
See User Manual#The LinuxMCE system section: {{#lsth:User Manual|The LinuxMCE system}}
{{#lsth:What can I do with LinuxMCE?}}
See Tutorials Category for more.
Building a new Home around LinuxMCE
Linux MCE is the ultimate smart home. With proper planning, a new construction home can integrate LinuxMCE as the brains of the house.
In the past, a Home Entertainment Center would house a Home Theater PC. With LinuxMCE, the Core server and all communications hubs can be kept in a separate area. This makes home construction easier, allows centralization of data services, and allows for updating the home automation and multimedia system without altering the Home Entertainment Center in your living room.
More about Home Construction using LinuxMCE