Help with New Install

[glmason]

I am installing Sage on a new HTPC. I will be using a VBOX 150 card to start with and the Firefly remote control. My first question is, do I install the "Beyond Media Basic" software that comes with the Firefly remote even though I am not using the bundled Beyond TV software? It says I need to install the software before connecting the IR receiver.

The PC will be here this week. I already have the other components ready to install.

Any other tips in setting this up would be appreciated. I will be connecting this to an HD antenna and to a Philips 47" HD LCD.

Thanks.

Pentium Dual Core 2.86
Zalman CPU Cooler
2GB RAM
MSI NX7600GT Diamond Plus
VBOX 150 HD Tuner
480GB HD (80+200+200)
XP Home
Firefly remote
SageTV
Microsoft Wireless Laser Desktop 6000 Keyboard and Mouse

[camus]

Yes, you need to install the BTV Basic software. It just takes the remote signals and sends the to your software, in this case Sage.

[flavius]

Search the forum for Sage support for the Firefly remote. It's been a while, but you need a profile (xml file) to make it work.

Let me know if you can't find it. I should still have it somewhere.

[camus]

When I was using a Firefly I just set Sage to "MCE" remote and the Firefly functioned just fine.

[glmason]

Thanks. I can't wait to get the new system up and running. One reason I chose Sage is this user forum. I like being able to get help quickly from other users.